Reed are proud to be working with a manufacturer in Wantage in their search for an Occupational Health Nurse. You will be able to work independently and closely with other clinicians such as the company doctor/OHP, the Health & Safety Advisor, and other external key stakeholders (physiotherapist). The role entails delivery of the full OH remint including complex case management, Health Surveillance, Health Promotion and Education, completion of workplace visits and attendance of absence meetings. In addition, you will be required to deliver the Annual Influenza Immunisation programme, some first aid/walk-ins, phlebotomy, ECGs and DSE assessments.
Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 - Negotiable depending on experience
Hours: 22.5hrs per week (flexible to suit)
Main clinical responsibilities
- To provide professional leadership, advice, support and guidance to managers, employees and wider multidisciplinary team.
- To complete pre-placement assessments and exit medicals.
- To assess employees presenting to OH whether in-person (self-referral) or by written referral (management referral) and initiate management of case.
- To write letters to GP/Specialists in line with the Access to Medical reports Act and Data Protection Act.
- To assess individual risk for employees presenting with perceived mental health issues and taking appropriate action.
- To advise on fitness to work and any adjustments required.
- To respond to employee/managers' requests for support/information on the working environment.
- To provide support to employees through potentially difficult or distressing situations.
- To maintain appropriate records in line with departmental protocols on record keeping and GDPR & Data protection guidelines.
- To provide health surveillance (including audio, vision, HAVS, and lung function screening) in accordance with current legislation as well as to attend appropriate training.
- To deliver toolbox talks, education, and wellbeing sessions to the business.
- To deliver the annual Influenza programme and Wellness Medicals.
- To advice and co-ordinate return to work/rehabilitation of absent employees.
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC pin.
- Experience in occupational health nursing.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in using electronic health records.
Benefits:
- 25 days of annual leave per year (Full time equivalent)
- Flexi-time (possibly to accrue another 12 days off as flexi leave)
- Pension – up to 9% employer contribution
- Salary exchange
- Life Assurance
- BUPA Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group Income Protection
- Onsite Gym & free classes (pilates, spin, strength conditioning etc)
- Onsite Canteen, subsidised food and drink options
- On site treatments (reflexology/massages)
- Social and Well-being committee
- Social Club onsite organising social events – also includes Allotment club, Local Football and cricket team.
- Support with training (subsidised training support).
How to Apply: If you are passionate about occupational health and want to make a difference in the workplace, we would love to hear from you. Please click apply now or call for a confidential discussion.