Senior Occupational Health and Wellbeing Nurse - Peterborough

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To provide a professional service on behalf of the Occupational Health & Wellbeing Department. Offer advice and guidance to managers and employees on the services available.

To provide all aspects of nursing care including consultation, advice, education, testing and immunisations where appropriate and in accordance with patient group directives, departmental protocols and current Health and Safety legislation. By joining a friendly and diverse team of Occupational Health & Wellbeing advisors, you will find support in achieving your professional and personal goals.

We are committed to supporting your career in an environment where your skills and initiatives are valued. We respect your wellbeing and we are open to flexibility in your working patterns.

You will be the expert voice in advising and guiding managers and employees. You will have the opportunity to showcase your skills in making continuous improvement to our services.

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registration with NMC Part 1
• A SCHPN Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health (or evidence of currently completing these) or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Sound educational background including a good standard of numeracy and written English

Desirable criteria

• NEBOSH Qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Significant post registration experience working in Occupational Health or Primary Care
• Experience of dealing with distressed and emotional service users
• Quality issues in detail understanding of clinical governance, audit and clinical effectiveness and their application to occupational health
• Knowledge and understanding of occupational diseases and ill health arising from the working environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of all occupational vaccines and vaccine administration
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of professional accountability in the scope of professional practice
• Ability to work effectively independently and also within a team framework. Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with all stakeholders

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge and experience of occupational health in the business Sector and/or NHS
• Venepuncture experience

Skills

Essential criteria

• Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision
• Able to assess, plan and communicate adjustments required in the work place when assessing members of staff who were unable to complete their role due to illness or disability
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage own time, self motivated and capable of working flexibly and to strict deadlines using own initiative
• Confidence, assertiveness, tact, diplomacy and empathy for dealing with all stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a self-motivated and proactive approach to work.
• Presentation Skills
• Forward thinking and planning effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Computer literacy; competent in using Microsoft Office software for storing / Retrieving data

Other

Essential criteria

• Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs
• Hold a full UK drivers' licence and confident to travelling for cross site working
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional standards
• Complete mandatory training as required
• Ability to follow protocols and standard operating procedures
• Good previous attendance record

Disclosure & Barring Check Fee

Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month's salary. Volunteers are exempt.

Our Values - At the heart of all we do
We recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview.

Early closure notice

We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications-please apply without delay.

International Applicants & Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring UK sponsorship are welcome where the role is eligible for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules.

Please note that not all roles will meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship. Eligibility is determined by factors including occupation code, skill level and salary thresholds in line with UKVI guidance.

Most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals require a visa to work in the UK. Candidates are encouraged to review current visa requirements and eligibility before applying: