Occupational Healthcare Practitioner Nurse - Cape Town

Impact HR; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact HR is seeking a qualified Occupational Healthcare Practitioner Nurse to run a busy occupational clinic serving up to 800 employees, delivering comprehensive healthcare within an occupational setting to promote health and a safe, productive workplace.

You will perform health assessments, develop safety-focused programs, provide first aid, and collaborate with management and HR to reduce hazards while maintaining confidential medical records; registration with SANC/SASOHN and a dispensing

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma/Degree required.
• Registered with SANC/SASOHN.
• Spirometry, Audiometry and Visual screening (certificate required).
• HIV/AIDS certificate.
• Knowledge of driver’s medical examinations.
• Dispensing license mandatory.
• Experience with Injuries on Duty preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments and screenings for employees.
• Develop and implement health and safety programs.
• Provide first aid and emergency care.
• Collaborate with management and HR to reduce workplace hazards.
• Educate employees on health promotion and safe work practices.
• Maintain confidential health records per regulations.
• Participate in incident investigations and recommend safety improvements.
• Stay updated on occupational health legislation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Under pressure

Organization

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Execution standards

Education

Nursing Diploma/Degree

SANC/SASOHN registration

PHC qualification/experience

Spirometry/Audiometry/Visual screening

HIV/AIDS certificate

Driver’s medical knowledge

Dispensing license

MS Word/Excel/Outlook proficiency

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Occupational Healthcare Practitioner Nurse to run a busy occupational clinic to 800 employees, focusing on the delivery of comprehensive healthcare services within occupational settings. This role is essential in promoting the health and wellbeing of employees, ensuring a safe and productive workplace environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments and screenings for employees to monitor and promote occupational health.
• Develop and implement health and safety programs tailored to the specific needs of the workplace.
• Provide first aid, emergency care, and referrals to healthcare services as necessary.
• Collaborate with management and HR teams to develop strategies for reducing workplace hazards and improving employee health outcomes.
• Educate employees on health promotion, disease prevention, and safe work practices.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records and documentation in compliance with relevant regulations.
• Participate in incident investigations and provide recommendations to improve safety protocols.
• Stay informed of best practices and relevant legislation related to occupational health nursing.

The sister attends to the following on a daily basis:

• Primary healthcare
• Chronic healthcare
• Occ health pre employments, exit medicals annual medicals
• Dispensary
• IOD’s and emergency situations as they arise

QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE

• Nursing Diploma/Degree
• Occupational Health Nurse qualification recognised by South African Medical Council (South African Nursing council)
• PHC qualification/experience
• Spirometry, Audiometry and Visual screening (certified qualification a must)
• HIV/AIDS certificate
• Knowledge of driver’s medical
• Registration with SANC/SASOHN
• Experience in the treatment of Injuries on Duty
• Dispensing license a must
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Valid Driver’s license and own reliable transport

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure without supervision
• Ability to organise and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Hard working and self-motivated
• Excellent standards in execution