Occupational Health Nurses

SD Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Occupational Health Nurses for positions in Cape Town and Gauteng. The role involves developing health and safety programs, monitoring employees' health, and providing necessary medical support. Candidates must hold relevant nursing qualifications and be registered with the South African Nursing Council. This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified individuals to make a difference in workplace health.

Qualifications

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council as a general nurse and Occupational health nurse specialist.
• Licensed to dispense medication per legislation.
• Registered with SASOHN as an audiologist.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing health and safety programs.
• Documenting employee injuries and observing the work environment for hazards.
• Counseling employees on health issues and guiding to resources.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Presentation skills

Education

General Nursing degree/diploma

Diploma in Midwifery

Occupational Health degree/diploma

HIV/AIDS counseling certificate

Job description

We are looking for Occupational Health Nurses for Both Cape Town and Gauteng

• Developing and implementing health and safety programs
• Documenting all employee injuries and illnesses within the workplace
• Observing and assessing the work environment for potential dangers and hazards
• Treating injuries and illnesses for employees, including follow-ups and referrals
• Overseeing and implementing emergency and disaster preparedness programs and planning
• Serving as a gatekeeper for healthcare services, including rehabilitation and disability matters
• Counselling employees on physical and mental health issues and guiding them toward community resources and/or employee assistance programs
• Monitoring the health status of employees
• Conducting research on the effects of hazardous work conditions or workplace exposures, which may include gathering data and reporting findings to the employer
• A degree /diploma in General Nursing.
• A diploma in Midwifery.
• Licensed to dispense medication as per legislation.
• A degree or diploma in Occupational Health.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council as a general nurse and Occupational health nurse specialist.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Presentation skills
• Registered with SASOHN (as an audiologist)
• Basic Life Support course for Healthcare Providers.
• HIV/AIDS counseling certificate

Please email your updated and detailed cv + copies of SANC Receipt + copies of all qualifications to

JHB Office: [e-mail]

CPT Office: [e-mail]