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Occupational Health Nurse Advisor, Eastbourne
Client:
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Location:
Eastbourne, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
43bebc091abe Job Views:
6 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary The Occupational Health department at East Sussex Healthcare is an in-house service providing care to the organisations and is a SEQOHS accredited service, proud of providing safe, effective and quality care. We are a modern and dynamic OH service, responsive to the changing demands of the NHS workforce, including national agenda items such as 'Growing OH'. The service continually evolves and improves to meet the requirements of our ESHT people. Main duties of the job We are looking for an experienced Nurse to support the service in its delivery of core OH activities such as absence management within our Case Management function, pre-employment health screening, and provision of Occupational Health-related advice and guidance. Applicants should ideally hold an Occupational Health qualification; however, consideration may be given to candidates with transferable skills, as the service offers local in-house training and nationally accredited training. We provide a supportive learning environment and encourage completion of specialist community public health nursing if not already completed. The ethos of the team is centered on support, compassion, and respect, providing the highest quality of service. All staff are expected to demonstrate these values to those accessing the service and to their colleagues. This has fostered a strong team culture where everyone feels safe to contribute ideas and challenge constructively for service improvement. Everyone's voice is heard and respected. We look forward to hearing from you. About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex and the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by over 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye, and Uckfield, over 100 community sites, and in people's homes. In 2020, the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding', while Eastbourne DGH is rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme, aiming to repair, redevelop, and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached when considering if this role is right for you. Use your personal statement to evidence how you meet the requirements for this job role. If you have any questions about this position, please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification
Qualifications Essential Current registered Nurse qualification and registration with the NMC Evidence of post-registration qualification/training in Occupational Health or a relevant specialist field, or proven equivalent experience Evidence of continued professional development to diploma level or equivalent knowledge and experience Desirable Counselling qualification or relevant talking therapy qualification Leadership qualification Recognised qualification in health surveillance Experience Essential Post-registration experience of working as an RN in Occupational Health or related field. Experience of delivering immunisations and performing phlebotomy (applicable to certain applicants only) Experience of working in Occupational Health or related area supporting clients with health needs within the work arena Experience of carrying a caseload of clients experiencing health issues within the work arena, planning, implementing, and delivering their care Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and reports Evidence of effective report writing and conducting workplace risk assessments Competent in using Microsoft Office software for storing/retrieving data Experience of working independently and as part of a team Desirable Previous experience in Health Promotion/Education, Health & Safety, Sight Testing, Audiometry, Lung Function Testing & Evaluation, or health surveillance Experience of working with groups in a therapeutic or health-promoting role. Experience of working within the NHS Experience and knowledge of Health & Safety Law and its application to Occupational Health A broad range of general nursing/AHP experience. Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and engage with clients, colleagues, and members of the multidisciplinary team Proven ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people Excellent listening and basic first-line counselling skills Desirable Knowledge of legislation and guidelines pertaining to Occupational Health, including the Health & Safety Executive and Department of Health
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Client:
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Location:
Eastbourne, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
43bebc091abe Job Views:
6 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary The Occupational Health department at East Sussex Healthcare is an in-house service providing care to the organisations and is a SEQOHS accredited service, proud of providing safe, effective and quality care. We are a modern and dynamic OH service, responsive to the changing demands of the NHS workforce, including national agenda items such as 'Growing OH'. The service continually evolves and improves to meet the requirements of our ESHT people. Main duties of the job We are looking for an experienced Nurse to support the service in its delivery of core OH activities such as absence management within our Case Management function, pre-employment health screening, and provision of Occupational Health-related advice and guidance. Applicants should ideally hold an Occupational Health qualification; however, consideration may be given to candidates with transferable skills, as the service offers local in-house training and nationally accredited training. We provide a supportive learning environment and encourage completion of specialist community public health nursing if not already completed. The ethos of the team is centered on support, compassion, and respect, providing the highest quality of service. All staff are expected to demonstrate these values to those accessing the service and to their colleagues. This has fostered a strong team culture where everyone feels safe to contribute ideas and challenge constructively for service improvement. Everyone's voice is heard and respected. We look forward to hearing from you. About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex and the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by over 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye, and Uckfield, over 100 community sites, and in people's homes. In 2020, the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding', while Eastbourne DGH is rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme, aiming to repair, redevelop, and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached when considering if this role is right for you. Use your personal statement to evidence how you meet the requirements for this job role. If you have any questions about this position, please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification
Qualifications Essential Current registered Nurse qualification and registration with the NMC Evidence of post-registration qualification/training in Occupational Health or a relevant specialist field, or proven equivalent experience Evidence of continued professional development to diploma level or equivalent knowledge and experience Desirable Counselling qualification or relevant talking therapy qualification Leadership qualification Recognised qualification in health surveillance Experience Essential Post-registration experience of working as an RN in Occupational Health or related field. Experience of delivering immunisations and performing phlebotomy (applicable to certain applicants only) Experience of working in Occupational Health or related area supporting clients with health needs within the work arena Experience of carrying a caseload of clients experiencing health issues within the work arena, planning, implementing, and delivering their care Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and reports Evidence of effective report writing and conducting workplace risk assessments Competent in using Microsoft Office software for storing/retrieving data Experience of working independently and as part of a team Desirable Previous experience in Health Promotion/Education, Health & Safety, Sight Testing, Audiometry, Lung Function Testing & Evaluation, or health surveillance Experience of working with groups in a therapeutic or health-promoting role. Experience of working within the NHS Experience and knowledge of Health & Safety Law and its application to Occupational Health A broad range of general nursing/AHP experience. Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and engage with clients, colleagues, and members of the multidisciplinary team Proven ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people Excellent listening and basic first-line counselling skills Desirable Knowledge of legislation and guidelines pertaining to Occupational Health, including the Health & Safety Executive and Department of Health
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