Occupational Health Nurse MMH241114-8

Role Purpose

The role of the Occupational Health Nurse is to provide a comprehensive occupational healthcare programme to clients, whilst adhering to all legal requirements.

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 course certificate is essential
• It is essential to be in possession of a valid driver's licence and own insured vehicle
• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Occupational Health Practitioner
• Valid registration with the South African Society of Occupational Health Nurses (SASOHN)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Occupational Health Nursing
• Have a good understanding of the Health & Safety Act and relevant legislation
• Must be willing to be on standby for after hour injuries on duty
• MS Office 365 proficiency

Duties and 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.
• Manage, administrate, report and follow-up of Injury on Duty cases according to the employers’ policies and procedures – includes being on standby.
• Respond to medical emergencies within scope of practice.
• Assist with worker integration into the workplace 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 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 ensure preventative measures are implemented.
• Promote wellness in the workplace by conducting frequent health education talks with site employees.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Oversee and assist with ordering, housekeeping and maintenance of the occupational health service and occupational health service equipment.
• Various administrative functions such as data capturing, as well as document and record management, to ensure confidentiality, continuity, accessibility and legibility.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.