Occupational Health Nursing Practitioner

Ohscare; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Durban is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner for an on-site short-term contract. The role focuses on workplace health, including managing injuries, conducting health assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Applicants should have relevant nursing qualifications and 3-5 years of experience in the Occupational Health field. This is a part-time role with clinic hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in the Occupational Health setting.
• Experience with occupational health regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Management of the occupational health clinic.
• Management of the screening equipment.
• Conducting medical examinations.
• IOD management.
• Generating monthly reports.

Skills

Effective client liaison

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Computer literacy

Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation

Ability to work effectively in a team and independently

Education

Qualified in Occupational Health Nursing (Diploma / Degree)

Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)

Qualification / Certificate in Spirometry and Audiometry

Registered with SASOHN

Accredited course in Dispensing

Job description

Role Description

This is an on-site short-term contract role for an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner.

The Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for providing primary health care services, focusing on occupational health.

This includes assessing and managing workplace injuries and illnesses, promoting and maintaining employee health and safety, conducting health surveillance, and working closely with employers to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Site

Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal.

Period

September to February

Clinic Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 07:30 to 16:00 (Hours per Week: 24)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Management of the occupational health clinic
• Management of the screening equipment
• Occupational health risk assessments
• Conducting medical examinations
• IOD management
• Clinic compliance
• Clinic administration
• Generating monthly reports
• Conducting occupational health or primary health care talks as per the year planner or as required
• Primary health care and chronic management
• Incapacity and disability management
• Dispensing medicine

PLEASE NOTE: Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified in Occupational Health Nursing (Diploma / Degree)
• Primary Health or clinical skills qualification will be an advantage
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Qualification / Certificate in Spirometry and Audiometry
• Registered with SASOHN
• Accredited course in Dispensing
• 3-5 years experience in the Occupational Health setting
• Effective client liaison
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills
• Computer literacy
• Professional conduct with good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Experience with occupational health regulations and standards