Role Purpose

• The role of the part-time Occupational Health Nurse is to provide a comprehensive occupational healthcare programme to clients, whilst adhering to all legal requirements. This is a 4-day work week position.

Requirements

• A National Senior Certificate is essential
• Degree / Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing is essential
• Certificates in Audiology, Spirometry and Vision Screening are essential
• A valid Dispensing certificate is essential
• A valid driver’s licence is essential
• Own insured vehicle is essential
• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) with additional qualification in Occupational Health Nursing
• Valid registration with the South African Society of Occupational Health Nurses (SASOHN)
• Previous working experience in Occupational Health Nursing
• Have a good understanding of the Health & Safety Act and relevant legislation
• MS Office / Office 365 proficiency

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement and evaluate a risk-based medical surveillance programme which includes pre-employment, baseline, annual, transfers and exit medical screening.
• Implement, manage and monitor activities relating to occupational safety, health and waste.
• Treat and assist with administration, reporting and follow-up of Injury on Duty cases according to the employers’ policies and procedures during clinic hours.
• Record and track employee sick notes to monitor and identify trends.
• Capture and maintain accurate employee records on spreadsheets and relevant systems.
• Respond to medical emergencies within scope of practice during clinic hours.
• Assist with return-to-work assessment after prolonged absence.
• Recognise chronic disease early and manage these conditions to ensure productivity.
• Consultation, counselling and/or referral of employees when needed.
• Provide a consultancy and advisory service to line management and client employees on occupational health matters such as absenteeism management and sick leave follow-ups.
• Compliance with all legislation relating to nursing and occupational health.
• Investigate client queries within the agreed service level and escalate to the relevant stakeholder where necessary, and ensure timeous feedback is provided.
• Identify, analyse and monitor trends relating to specific hazard exposures and recommend preventative measures.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Oversee and assist with the ordering, collection, housekeeping and maintenance of occupational health services and equipment.
• Various administrative functions such as data capturing, as well as document and record management, to ensure confidentiality, continuity, accessibility, legibility and legal compliance.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build good rapport
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to work independently
• Empathetic and compassionate nature
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to plan, organise and coordinate