Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced occupational health nurse to work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary team, delivering a cutting edge occupational health (OH) and wellbeing service to the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex location, and to our various partners, which includes local businesses who purchase our quality OH services. We are seeking to recruit need a highly motivated and experienced OH nurse with a good understanding of current best practice in occupational health. You will work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. You will possess excellent communication skills, creativity and good problem-solving skills. You will work collaboratively within the OH team and you will be responsible for supporting and developing junior staff. Your ideas and enthusiasm will help us achieve our vision of being a world leading Occupational Health and Wellbeing Centre.
For further information please contact Senior OH advisor:
Telephone number: 0207 830 2509 x 38030
Email: Tara Luckie Tara.lukie@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
To undertake clinical activities as directed by the Lead Occupational Health Advisor or their nominated deputy to include - vaccination clinics, health screening, case management, health surveillance work, environmental visits / risk assessments, attendance management, health promotion activities (and presentations), ergonomic assessments / training as required and become involved in corporate inductions or clinical projects as required.
To act as an autonomous practitioner and provide professional advice on Occupational Health issues.
To ensure the effective delivery of a work protection immunisation programme for RFH NHS staff including partners and other external contracts as required.
To ensure an effective employment screening service is in place which advises management and Human Resources of applicant's fitness and Disability Discrimination Act requirements.
To undertake sickness absence reviews and advise on disability in regards to the Equality Act in line with the Trust's sickness absence policy, promoting equality and valuing diversity.
Act as a specialist resource and advisory service to Royal Free Hospital NHS Trust Staff and managers as well as external contract stakeholders.
About us
Royal Free Hospital, Occupational Health & Wellbeing Centre is dedicated to providing a high quality, efficient and supportive service to the staff of RFH NHS trust and other associated NHS organisations across several sites in North West London.
Be part of an exciting new future for one of the country's premier teaching hospitals by joining our multidisciplinary team.
In return for your skills and depth of experience we offer great support, training and excellent scope to advance your career in Occupational Health.
You will be a qualified occupational health practitioner with a post registration Occupational Health qualification (Special Community Public Health Nurse or equivalent) preferably at least 2 years NHS experience, looking for the next step in your Occupational Health career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide professional mentorship to the junior occupational health staff under the direction of the Lead OHA or Senior OHA.
Clinical responsibility for overseeing junior staff in a on a day to day basis.
To participate in the development of policies, procedures, SOPs and clinical operating guidelines which are in line with evidence based practice.
To ensure agreed standards are met by participating in clinical audit/s.
To ensure active and effective delivery of Occupational Health services to the Trust and external clients.
To work closely with the Occupational Health Consultant Physicians to case manage referrals to the Department as triaged by the Lead OHA.
Support contract management and assistance with SLA development as directed by the Lead OHA and/or senior OHAs be accountable for ordering and auditing clinical supplies and vaccinations as required for the smooth running of the practice nurse clinics as directed by the Lead OHA and senior OHAs.
To ensure that any adverse incidents or complaints are reported to the Manager and recorded in line with Trust and departmental policy.
To ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and be responsible for the implementation of safe working practices within the Department of Occupational Health and Wellbeing, including ensuring training of staff, maintenance and / or replacement of equipment as necessary.
Ensures compliance with the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy, supporting the delivery of the Trusts Race Equality Scheme and the Trusts duty to positively promote race equality and equality of opportunity for disabled people ensuring services are responsive to the needs of equality groups.
Promote and maintain good working relationships with other departments and the wider multi-disciplinary team.
To be actively involved with any plans in relation to service development, service improvement, and the resolution of any on-going problems.
To be aware of wider Trust objectives, regional and national policy and their impact on local service delivery.
To take a leadership role in a crisis situation.
To assist with the ongoing organisation of the department, including contributing positively towards the delivery of a cost-effective service, and assisting the Lead OHA or Senior Occupational Health Advisor to keep within agreed resources.
Liaise with recruitment teams and relevant managers facilitating timely employment clearance.
To actively promote customer care, assisting in resolving local (informal) complaints and supporting the Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor to investigate formal problems.
To assist with the monitoring of stock levels of clinical stores and technical equipment, resolving any shortfall as appropriate.
To assist in maintain standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the department and report any problems to the Lead OHA or senior OHAs.
To attend and contribute to departmental meetings as ensure that all duties as a service provider and employee are carried out with due regard to RFH NHS Trust Equal Opportunities policy.
To actively support the process of wellbeing, risk management and health & safety upholding relevant policies to promote this and ensuring incidents are reported appropriately (in writing) and helping identify ways of preventing incidents errors and accidents to both patients and staff
Person Specification Education Essential
- First level Registered General Nurse ( RGN/ RN)
- Occupational Health qualification (SCPHN essential)
Knowledge / Experience Essential
- Significant experience in Occupational Health practice
- Nursing Standard setting, audit and use of evidence based practice
- Sickness absence / return to work assessments
- Case management
- Vaccination / Immunisation clinics service working
Desirable
2 years NHS OH experience
Skills / Abilities Essential
- Computer literacy
- Ability to organise and manage day to day caseload
- Excellent interpersonal / communication skills
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide professional mentorship to the junior occupational health staff under the direction of the Lead OHA or Senior OHA.
Clinical responsibility for overseeing junior staff in a on a day to day basis.
To participate in the development of policies, procedures, SOPs and clinical operating guidelines which are in line with evidence based practice.
To ensure agreed standards are met by participating in clinical audit/s.
To ensure active and effective delivery of Occupational Health services to the Trust and external clients.
To work closely with the Occupational Health Consultant Physicians to case manage referrals to the Department as triaged by the Lead OHA.
Support contract management and assistance with SLA development as directed by the Lead OHA and/or senior OHAs be accountable for ordering and auditing clinical supplies and vaccinations as required for the smooth running of the practice nurse clinics as directed by the Lead OHA and senior OHAs.
To ensure that any adverse incidents or complaints are reported to the Manager and recorded in line with Trust and departmental policy.
To ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and be responsible for the implementation of safe working practices within the Department of Occupational Health and Wellbeing, including ensuring training of staff, maintenance and / or replacement of equipment as necessary.
Ensures compliance with the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy, supporting the delivery of the Trusts Race Equality Scheme and the Trusts duty to positively promote race equality and equality of opportunity for disabled people ensuring services are responsive to the needs of equality groups.
Promote and maintain good working relationships with other departments and the wider multi-disciplinary team.
To be actively involved with any plans in relation to service development, service improvement, and the resolution of any on-going problems.
To be aware of wider Trust objectives, regional and national policy and their impact on local service delivery.
To take a leadership role in a crisis situation.
To assist with the ongoing organisation of the department, including contributing positively towards the delivery of a cost-effective service, and assisting the Lead OHA or Senior Occupational Health Advisor to keep within agreed resources.
Liaise with recruitment teams and relevant managers facilitating timely employment clearance.
To actively promote customer care, assisting in resolving local (informal) complaints and supporting the Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor to investigate formal problems.
To assist with the monitoring of stock levels of clinical stores and technical equipment, resolving any shortfall as appropriate.
To assist in maintain standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the department and report any problems to the Lead OHA or senior OHAs.
To attend and contribute to departmental meetings as ensure that all duties as a service provider and employee are carried out with due regard to RFH NHS Trust Equal Opportunities policy.
To actively support the process of wellbeing, risk management and health & safety upholding relevant policies to promote this and ensuring incidents are reported appropriately (in writing) and helping identify ways of preventing incidents errors and accidents to both patients and staff
Person Specification Education Essential
- First level Registered General Nurse ( RGN/ RN)
- Occupational Health qualification (SCPHN essential)
Knowledge / Experience Essential
- Significant experience in Occupational Health practice
- Nursing Standard setting, audit and use of evidence based practice
- Sickness absence / return to work assessments
- Case management
- Vaccination / Immunisation clinics service working
Desirable
2 years NHS OH experience
Skills / Abilities Essential
- Computer literacy
- Ability to organise and manage day to day caseload
- Excellent interpersonal / communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills
Essential
- Occupational Health qualification
- Registered Nurse Qualification
- 2 years Occupational Health clinical experience
Desirable
- Case management experience
Person Specification
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills
Essential
- Occupational Health qualification
- Registered Nurse Qualification
- 2 years Occupational Health clinical experience
Desirable
- Case management experience
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).
