Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner

Profile Personnel; Qonce; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Registered Professional Nurse for a clinic role in Qonce, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The ideal candidate will provide occupational health care services and manage medical surveillance in compliance with health legislation. Candidates should hold a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health Nursing and possess relevant certifications. Strong communication and administrative skills are essential, as well as 3-5 years of experience in occupational health.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Nurse with Occupational Health Nursing qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an occupational health environment.
• Registration with South African Nursing Council as Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and occupational health care services to employees.
• Conduct and manage medical surveillance programmes.
• Manage medicine control and ensure effective stock control.

Skills

Good communication skills in English

Strong administrative skills

Detail oriented

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health Nursing

Certificate in Dispensing, Audiometry, Spirometry & Vision

Job description

Department: Clinic

Requirements

• Registered Professional Nurse with Occupational Health Nursing (Diploma or Degree).
• Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner.
• Certificate in Dispensing, Audiometry, Spirometry & Vision. Dispensing Licence for the site is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an occupational health environment, preferably within the
  manufacturing industry.
• Sound knowledge of occupational health legislation, COIDA, and medical surveillance standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary & occupational health care services to employees in line with legislative & industry
  requirements.
• Conduct & manage medical surveillance programmes (pre-employment, periodic, exit & special
  examinations).
• Manage medicine control in accordance with treatment protocols and ensure effective stock control.
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations.
• Maintain accurate medical records, reports, and statistics.
• Advise management on occupational health risks, trends, and preventative measures.
• Participate in health risk assessments, wellness programmes, and health education initiatives.
• Liaise with external service providers, medical practitioners, and regulatory bodies where required.
• Manage first aid compliance.
• Monitor sick notes and maintain sick leave records.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

• Good communication skills in English both verbal and written.
• Strong administrative, reporting, and communication skills.
• Detail orientated and possess great interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage an on-site clinic.

Should you wish to apply please send your CV to Stacey Green at [e-mail].

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.