Occupational Health Clinical Nurse

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

To work proactively to support the Nurse Manager in the delivery of a high quality Occupational Health service. by working autonomously to provide a comprehensive range of clinical services required under the six NHS OH core services of prevention, timely intervention, rehabilitation, health assessments for work, promotion of health & well-being and teaching & training to staff of Kettering General Hospital NHS Trust (KGH) and external businesses.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join the existing clinical team in Occupational Health. The role will encompass pre-placement health screening, venepuncture, the administration of vaccinations, health surveillance following contamination incidents, industrial health surveillance such as audiometry and spirometry etc. as required.

You will be an NMC Registered Nurse, with experience in NHS Occupational Health setting . An interest in the specialty and knowledge of Health, Safety and Wellbeing would be desirable.

You will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, have excellent communication and team working skills and have the ability to manage your own workload.

You must have demonstrable experience and proven knowledge in the use of Microsoft office (Word, Excel and Outlook) - full training will be given regarding our specialist Occupational Health IT system. We are now a paper light environment and therefore the role will have a substantial amount of computer-based work.

You may be required to travel to other locations and transport equipment off-site therefore own transport and independent mobility is essential.

As part of your application we would like the first paragraph of your supporting statement to answer the question. "Why the Occupational Health Nurse role is important?"

Failure to answer this question may result in you application not being shortlisted as attention to detail is required for the role.

About us

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable

Date posted

03 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

264-6532868-COR

Job locations

Occupational Health Department, 1st Floor, Balance Health Club

Thurston Drive

Kettering

NN15 6PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Education, Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
  • Registered General Nurse

Desirable

  • NEBOSH certificate
  • Recognised OH nursing qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • NHS experience
  • Evidence of continuing personal development
  • Knowledge of IT programmes ie; Word, Excel, Office 365
  • Excellent planning and organisation skills

Desirable

  • Experience in an Occupational Health setting
  • Skills in performing specific health surveillance relevant to OH
  • Working within a Health and Safety environment

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to drive
  • Able to deal with multiple tasks
  • To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication in relation to own work
  • Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the principles of Data Protection
  • Demonstrates ability to interact with patients and staff in a courteous and sensitive manner, which takes into account their individual needs, in line with the Core Values of the Trust.
Person Specification

Education, Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
  • Registered General Nurse

Desirable

  • NEBOSH certificate
  • Recognised OH nursing qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • NHS experience
  • Evidence of continuing personal development
  • Knowledge of IT programmes ie; Word, Excel, Office 365
  • Excellent planning and organisation skills

Desirable

  • Experience in an Occupational Health setting
  • Skills in performing specific health surveillance relevant to OH
  • Working within a Health and Safety environment

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to drive
  • Able to deal with multiple tasks
  • To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication in relation to own work
  • Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the principles of Data Protection
  • Demonstrates ability to interact with patients and staff in a courteous and sensitive manner, which takes into account their individual needs, in line with the Core Values of the Trust.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Occupational Health Department, 1st Floor, Balance Health Club

Thurston Drive

Kettering

NN15 6PB


Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Occupational Health Department, 1st Floor, Balance Health Club

Thurston Drive

Kettering

NN15 6PB


Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Occupational Health Nurse Manager

Helen Potts

helen.potts10@nhs.net

01536492234

Date posted

03 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

264-6532868-COR

Job locations

Occupational Health Department, 1st Floor, Balance Health Club

Thurston Drive

Kettering

NN15 6PB


Supporting documents

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