Occupational Health Nurse Mmh250917-1

Momentum; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse in Durban, South Africa. The role involves providing a comprehensive occupational healthcare programme, managing medical surveillance, and adhering to legal requirements. Applicants must hold a relevant degree or diploma, be registered with SANC, and possess a valid driver's license. This is a full-time entry-level position, which also includes managing occupational health safety practices.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's licence and own insured vehicle.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Occupational Health Practitioner.
• Valid registration with the South African Society of Occupational Health Nurses (SASOHN).

Responsibilities

• Implement and evaluate a risk-based medical surveillance programme.
• Manage, administrate, report and follow-up on Injury on Duty cases.
• Promote wellness in the workplace through health education talks.

Skills

Audiometry

Spirometry

Vision Screening

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree / Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing

National Senior Certificate

Job description

Overview Join to apply for the Occupational Health Nurse MMH -1 role at Momentum .

The role of the Occupational Health Nurse is to provide a comprehensive occupational healthcare programme to clients, whilst adhering to all legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement and evaluate a risk-based medical surveillance programme which includes pre-employment, baseline, annual, transfers and exit medical screening.
• Implement, manage and monitor activities relating to occupational safety, health and waste.
• Manage, administrate, report and follow-up of Injury on Duty cases according to the employers' policies and procedures.
• Respond to medical emergencies within scope of practice.
• Assist with worker integration into the workplace after prolonged absence.
• Recognise chronic disease early and manage these conditions to ensure productivity.
• Consultation, counselling and / or referral of employees when needed.
• Provide a consultancy and advisory service to line management and client employees on occupational health matters such as absenteeism management and sick leave follow-ups.
• Compliance with all legislation relating to occupational health.
• Investigate client queries within the agreed service level and escalate to the relevant stakeholder where necessary, and ensure timeous feedback is provided.
• Identify, analyse and monitor trends relating to specific hazard exposures and ensure preventative measures are implemented.
• Promote wellness in the workplace by conducting frequent health education talks with site employees.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Oversee and assist with ordering, housekeeping and maintenance of the occupational health service and occupational health service equipment.
• Various administrative functions such as data capturing, as well as document and record management, to ensure confidentiality, continuity, accessibility and legibility.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A National Senior Certificate is essential.
• Degree / Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing is essential.
• Certificates in Audiology, Spirometry and Vision Screening are essential.
• A valid Dispensing course certificate is essential.
• Must have a valid driver's licence and own insured vehicle.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Occupational Health Practitioner.
• Valid registration with the South African Society of Occupational Health Nurses (SASOHN).
• Previous experience in Occupational Health Nursing is advantageous.
• Good understanding of the Health & Safety Act and relevant legislation.
• MS Office proficiency.

Role Details

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