Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner

Drdgold Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A health and safety-focused organization in Brakpan seeks an advanced practice registered nurse to promote and maintain workplace health and safety. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, educating employees on safety, and managing workplace injuries. A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and occupational health certification are required, along with 3-5 years of experience and a valid Driver's License.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' relevant experience as an OHNP.
• Registered with South African Nursing Council & SASHON.
• Own transport and a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments and screenings.
• Provide first aid and emergency care.
• Implement health promotion programs.
• Educate employees on workplace safety and health.
• Manage work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Provide guidance on health and safety regulations.

Skills

Health assessments and screenings

First aid and emergency care

Employee education on health and safety

Managing work-related injuries and illnesses

Guidance on health regulations

Audiometry and Spirometry

Computer literacy: MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in General Nursing

Certificate in Occupational Health Nursing

Dispensing Certificate

Job description

Job category : Health, Fitness, Medical and Optometry Location : Brakpan Contract : Permanent Remuneration : Market Related EE position : No Introduction

Ergo Mining requires an occupational health nurse, specifically an advanced practice registered nurse who specializes in promoting and maintaining workplace health and safety for individuals.

The focus will be on preventing workplace injuries and illnesses, providing healthcare services, and educating employees about health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Conducting health assessments and screenings.
• Providing first aid and emergency care.
• Implementing health promotion programs.
• Educating employees on workplace safety and health.
• Managing work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Providing guidance on health and safety regulations.
• Assisting with worker compensation claims.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in General Nursing.
• Certificate in Occupational Health Nursing.
• 3-5 years' relevant experience as an OHNP.
• Registered with South African Nursing Council & SASHON.
• Audiometry, Spirometry and Vision Certificates.
• Computer literacy: MS Office (Word, Excel, Email).
• Manage the administrative activities to ensure compliance and capturing of occupational health data.
• Own transport.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Dispensing Certificate.
• Mining experience would be advantageous.