Job summary
1 full time post - 37.5 hours
- The post holder will work closely with the team of Occupational Health Advisors and medical staff, providing a comprehensive service to all staff. To provide a high standard of occupational healthcare to the multidisciplinary personnel of King's NHSFT and other purchasers of the occupational health service. The Practice/Clinic Nurse will be expected to participate/undertake training/education development and maintain a competent level of practice at all times
- The Practice/Clinic Nurse will provide vaccination and phlebotomy services within pre-booked clinics, screen pre-employment health questionnaires, take part in walk in clinics, and will provide a comprehensive occupational services to Trust staff and external customers and provide general advice to clients as required.
- To be a safe and effective practitioner able to provide patients and relatives with high quality nursing care.
Main duties of the job
- To adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and adhere to Trust Policies & Procedures.
- To participate as a member of the Multi-professional team, in providing occupational health services to Kings College Hospital Staff and other businesses as required
- Willingness to work on multiple sites on a rotational basis.
- To assess, plan and evaluate the needs of clients in the department following accidents and injuries.
- To undertake clinical activities (e.g. vaccinations, phlebotomy, health interviews, pre-employment health screening) as required and where necessary training will be provided.
- To assist in the provision of Occupational Health screening and surveillance programmes in accordance with current Occupational Health policy, e.g. lung function test and driver's medical.
- To undertake advice to managers and individuals, with supervision, on Occupational Health related issues.
- Advise managers and healthcare workers on the correct procedures when in contact with infectious diseases under supervision. or independently once competency has been established
- To ensure that clinical stocks and supplies are ordered. To process orders and receive goods under supervision.
- To participate in health and wellbeing programmes.
- To appropriately and in a timely manner refer clients to occupational health policy or a Senior Occupational Advisor as appropriate.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Occupational Advisor as appropriate. To assist in undertaking workplace visits with the Senior Occupational Health Advisor. To be aware of the need to adhere to the Trusts policy on valuing equality and diversity in theworkplace. To ensure contemporaneous record keeping at all times and in line with the Trust policy ondocumentation. To maintain up to date and comprehensive records, observing confidentiality of the clientsinformation at all times and in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations and Accessto Health Records Act. To follow local safety and occupational health policies and to report all accidents, adverse incidentsand complaints as required by these policies. To ensure that all duties as a service provider and employee are carried out with due regard toKings College Hospitals Equal Opportunities policy. Participate in Trust and Division initiatives to develop nursing practice and support change.Education and Research To be aware of current research and the possible implications to practice in the delivery of occupationalhealth services both on Kings College Hospitals sites and private business sites To update knowledge in the light of current research and practice. To liaise with appropriate members of teaching staff, link lecturer practitioner. To contribute to and participate in multi-disciplinary educational events.Leadership To act as a role model at all times. To exercise leadership where appropriate. To anticipate day to day staffing problems and take appropriate action in conjunction with the Practice/ClinicNurse and Senior Occupational Health Advisor to ensure good standards of care for the client are maintainedat all times. To keep Senior Occupational Health Advisor informed of significant changes in the day to day situation inthe department. To observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of self, work colleagues, visitors andclients within the Occupational Health Department, in addition to any specific risk management associatedwith this post.Personal professional development To keep up to date with NMC, Trust and Care Group policies and guidelines and adhere to these at alltimes. To be a fully active and committed member of the multidisciplinary team operating within the Divisions. To demonstrate an insight into own professional development, contributing to the process of identifying owneducational and clinical needs in conjunction with the Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor. Participate in own Individual Performance Review. To ensure own educational commitment is at least sufficient to maintain revalidation requirements and toensure own mandatory training certificates are current, in liaison with the Senior Occupational Health NurseAdvisor.. To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence and ensureclinical competency as new technologies are introduced.General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of workcolleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinicalgovernance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trusttogether with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care andfeels like their contribution is valuable and valued. At Kings we are a kind, respectful team:Kind. We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our workRespectful. We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when neededTeam. We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contributeto the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitiveor restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subjectto review in consultation with the post holder. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for emailcommunication. Everyone is responsible for promoting inclusion no matter their role or team. At Kings, we want to createan environment where everyone feels valued, respected and welcomed
Job description
Job responsibilities
Occupational Advisor as appropriate. To assist in undertaking workplace visits with the Senior Occupational Health Advisor. To be aware of the need to adhere to the Trusts policy on valuing equality and diversity in theworkplace. To ensure contemporaneous record keeping at all times and in line with the Trust policy ondocumentation. To maintain up to date and comprehensive records, observing confidentiality of the clientsinformation at all times and in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations and Accessto Health Records Act. To follow local safety and occupational health policies and to report all accidents, adverse incidentsand complaints as required by these policies. To ensure that all duties as a service provider and employee are carried out with due regard toKings College Hospitals Equal Opportunities policy. Participate in Trust and Division initiatives to develop nursing practice and support change.Education and Research To be aware of current research and the possible implications to practice in the delivery of occupationalhealth services both on Kings College Hospitals sites and private business sites To update knowledge in the light of current research and practice. To liaise with appropriate members of teaching staff, link lecturer practitioner. To contribute to and participate in multi-disciplinary educational events.Leadership To act as a role model at all times. To exercise leadership where appropriate. To anticipate day to day staffing problems and take appropriate action in conjunction with the Practice/ClinicNurse and Senior Occupational Health Advisor to ensure good standards of care for the client are maintainedat all times. To keep Senior Occupational Health Advisor informed of significant changes in the day to day situation inthe department. To observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of self, work colleagues, visitors andclients within the Occupational Health Department, in addition to any specific risk management associatedwith this post.Personal professional development To keep up to date with NMC, Trust and Care Group policies and guidelines and adhere to these at alltimes. To be a fully active and committed member of the multidisciplinary team operating within the Divisions. To demonstrate an insight into own professional development, contributing to the process of identifying owneducational and clinical needs in conjunction with the Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor. Participate in own Individual Performance Review. To ensure own educational commitment is at least sufficient to maintain revalidation requirements and toensure own mandatory training certificates are current, in liaison with the Senior Occupational Health NurseAdvisor.. To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence and ensureclinical competency as new technologies are introduced.General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of workcolleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinicalgovernance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trusttogether with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care andfeels like their contribution is valuable and valued. At Kings we are a kind, respectful team:Kind. We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our workRespectful. We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when neededTeam. We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contributeto the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitiveor restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subjectto review in consultation with the post holder. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for emailcommunication. Everyone is responsible for promoting inclusion no matter their role or team. At Kings, we want to createan environment where everyone feels valued, respected and welcomed
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse with some post registration experience.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a practice nurse setting
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- A commitment and interest to develop knowledge of the clinical speciality and own practice
- To be able to manage and prioritise workload
- Awareness and understanding of current Occupational Health issues
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse with some post registration experience.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a practice nurse setting
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- A commitment and interest to develop knowledge of the clinical speciality and own practice
- To be able to manage and prioritise workload
- Awareness and understanding of current Occupational Health issues
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kings College Hospital, 3rd Floor Jennie Lee House
Love Walk
london
SE5 8AD
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
