Job summary
Do you enjoy the challenge of working in a busy service where no two days are the same? We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team within the SEQOHS accredited Workplace Health & Well-Being Centre here at Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust. This post will be attractive to candidates already qualified in, or in the process of completing Specialist training in Occupational Health, as it provides the opportunity to gain a variety of experience whilst consolidating your specialist training in a supportive learning environment.
Main duties of the job
The role involves providing health advice and care to staff in Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust and to external clients in local small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who works well in a team and can deliver a range of Occupational Health and Well-Being services. You will be required to advise on work adaptions in relation to physical and mental health needs of employees and implement appropriate Occupational Health policies and procedures whilst contributing to the continuous quality improvement of the service.
In return we will invest in and support your on-going professional development. Flexibility regarding working hours will be considered. There is also opportunity to work some hours remotely as well as undertaking clinics at the Trust and on occasion other client locations as the demands of the service require.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous Occupational Health Experience
- Management referrals for work related ill health
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Communication skills
- General Nursing Skills including Health Promotion
- Health needs assessment
- Mentoring and supporting team member development
- Information technology skills
- Occupational Health database systems
Desirable
- Health Surveillance Techniques: audiometry, spirometry, HAVS, interpretation and onward action
- Change management
- Phlebotomy & Immunisations
- Presentation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Risk management application in practice
- Awareness of National OH strategies
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN level 1
- Specialist Practitioner SCPHN(OH) or completing training within 12 months
Desirable
- Teaching/Assessing, Mentoring qualification or equivalent
other
Essential
- Confident, motivated, innovative, reliable, ability to function as a team member.
- Able to travel to external clients, and other Trust locations and to transport equipment (reasonable adjustments will be considered).
Desirable
- Keen to become a Practice Teacher
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous Occupational Health Experience
- Management referrals for work related ill health
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Communication skills
- General Nursing Skills including Health Promotion
- Health needs assessment
- Mentoring and supporting team member development
- Information technology skills
- Occupational Health database systems
Desirable
- Health Surveillance Techniques: audiometry, spirometry, HAVS, interpretation and onward action
- Change management
- Phlebotomy & Immunisations
- Presentation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Risk management application in practice
- Awareness of National OH strategies
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN level 1
- Specialist Practitioner SCPHN(OH) or completing training within 12 months
Desirable
- Teaching/Assessing, Mentoring qualification or equivalent
other
Essential
- Confident, motivated, innovative, reliable, ability to function as a team member.
- Able to travel to external clients, and other Trust locations and to transport equipment (reasonable adjustments will be considered).
Desirable
- Keen to become a Practice Teacher
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).
