Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Occupational Health Nurse to work as part of our multi-disciplinary team supporting the health and wellbeing of employees working within City Health Care Partnership CIC and its subsidiary companies. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, registered nurse who is enthusiastic, adaptable and keen to learn.
Main duties of the job
We would be delighted to hear from you if you have a keen interest in public health, promoting healthy work environment and a desire to work in Occupational Health Nursing. The successful applicant will have a varied role and will be involved in all aspects of Occupational Health Nursing including infectious disease outbreak support. You will be supported and encouraged to develop in your role maintaining continuous professional development. The ideal candidate will be innovative, confident, have excellent communication skills, proficient IT skills and a flexible pro-active approach to be able to manage a varied and demanding workload. We very much look forward to hearing from candidates with skills and enthusiasm for this exciting post.
For further details, please contact Belinda Jamieson, Clinical Team Lead on 01482 236969 or email belinda.jamieson1@nhs.net
About us
At CHCP, we're passionate about people, we recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected, and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.
Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders, and their thoughts and opinions are always heard;at CHCP you have a real voice.
Compassion is at the heart of our business; our colleagues work together to deliver first class healthcareto thousands of people. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.
CHCP CIC employees have access to an excellent range of benefits; for further information, please click on the 'CHCP Perks and Rewards' link.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Occupational Health Degree/Diploma SCPHN part 3 of NMC Register or willingness to work towards
Desirable
- Health Promotion Qualification
- Mentorship qualification/Teaching Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of up to date knowledge base of professional and specialist issues
- Quality issues, understanding of clinical governance, audit and clinical effectiveness and their application to occupational health
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of professional accountability in the scope of professional practice
- Ongoing training and development in professional practice
- Knowledge of the NHS and current health and social care landscape
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of occupational diseases and ill health arising from the working environment
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Able to plan care utilising holistic assessments to staff and customers
Desirable
- Experience in occupational health nursing
- Current immunisation training
- Experience of undertaking audit or nurse research
- Occupational Health nursing experience
- Contributing to SEQOSH accreditation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Occupational Health Degree/Diploma SCPHN part 3 of NMC Register or willingness to work towards
Desirable
- Health Promotion Qualification
- Mentorship qualification/Teaching Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of up to date knowledge base of professional and specialist issues
- Quality issues, understanding of clinical governance, audit and clinical effectiveness and their application to occupational health
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of professional accountability in the scope of professional practice
- Ongoing training and development in professional practice
- Knowledge of the NHS and current health and social care landscape
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of occupational diseases and ill health arising from the working environment
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Able to plan care utilising holistic assessments to staff and customers
Desirable
- Experience in occupational health nursing
- Current immunisation training
- Experience of undertaking audit or nurse research
- Occupational Health nursing experience
- Contributing to SEQOSH accreditation
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).