Job summary
Avon Partnership Occupational Service (APOHS) are delighted to offer a full or part time flexible opportunity for an Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (OHNS), as recorded on part 3 of the Register, to work in our large, professional multidisciplinary team. The role is during office hours Monday to Friday and the post holder will be offered the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely for up to 60% of their working week, with the remainder of the week based at our offices in Whitefriars, which is in central Bristol easily accessible from the bus and train station. There may be an element of cross-site working at our other NHS sites, as well as at other non-NHS customer premises.
The post-holder will provide a full range of occupational health services including the case management of 6 cases per full-day clinic as well as time allocated to managing any line reports, professional development, and service delivery. APOHS is based at Whitefriars, next to the main hospital buildings, where staff can enjoy high quality office space, a heavily subsidised gymnasium, a cafe, and City Centre parking.
A full driving licence with use of a car for travelling and working between sites and at clients' premises is desirable for this role. We would welcome enquiries and informal visits to the department. Please contact Gail Portingale or Liz Bunce 011793423400 for more information. We reserve the right to close the advert, sooner, should we achieve the required number of applicants.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will have lead responsibility for a specific project and/or contract
- To support and contribute to the effective provision of a high-quality Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service to Partners and external customers.
- The post-holder will provide clinical expertise to maintain and develop high quality, evidence based occupational health services to Partners and external customers.
- To work autonomously and as part of the multi-disciplinary team
- To provide line management and support to a small number of band 5 and 6 nurses
- To undertake audit and research related to the professional development of OH nursing.
- To maintain confidentiality in line with professional guidelines.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RGN, Diploma in Nursing
- OHNC/Diploma/Degree
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Recordable OH Specialist Practitioner Status
Desirable
- NEBOSH Certificate Training Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- 3 years experience in Occupational Health Nursing
- Experience of researching and drafting new policies and procedures
- Experience of report writing
- Experience of contributing and attending OH Meetings
- Experience of contributing to and leading projects
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving balance between clinical work and other aspects of the post
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the health needs of clients within an OH setting
- Ability to keep abreast of changes both within the profession and the workplace
- Mobile for travel to support Partners and External Customers. The use of public transport will not be practical
- Clear and effective presentation skills both orally and in writing
- Ability to produce own reports
Desirable
- Ability to use OH Computer Software
- Ability to confidently use computer packages i.e. excel, word, powerpoint
Aptitudes
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people
- Demonstrate good leadership skills and a flexible, adaptable approach
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Ability to negotiate with and influence the work of colleagues and clients
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RGN, Diploma in Nursing
- OHNC/Diploma/Degree
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Recordable OH Specialist Practitioner Status
Desirable
- NEBOSH Certificate Training Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- 3 years experience in Occupational Health Nursing
- Experience of researching and drafting new policies and procedures
- Experience of report writing
- Experience of contributing and attending OH Meetings
- Experience of contributing to and leading projects
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving balance between clinical work and other aspects of the post
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the health needs of clients within an OH setting
- Ability to keep abreast of changes both within the profession and the workplace
- Mobile for travel to support Partners and External Customers. The use of public transport will not be practical
- Clear and effective presentation skills both orally and in writing
- Ability to produce own reports
Desirable
- Ability to use OH Computer Software
- Ability to confidently use computer packages i.e. excel, word, powerpoint
Aptitudes
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people
- Demonstrate good leadership skills and a flexible, adaptable approach
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Ability to negotiate with and influence the work of colleagues and clients
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
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Whitefriars, Bristol Royal Infirmary
Lewins Mead
Bristol
BS1 2NT
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
