Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health Nurse

The closing date is 19 May 2026

This is an exciting career opportunity for a motivated registered nurse to join our occupational health team. The role is open to nurses new to the specialty and experienced occupational health nurses.

Main duties of the job

• Assessment of pre employment health questionnaires and decide on whether the applicant can receive medical clearance to work.
• Undertake pre employment health assessments and provide the recruiting manager with written advice on fitness to work or recommend modifications to working conditions, hours, or environment.
• Provide a listening ear for staff who refer themselves to the department, offering advice and signposting to internal or external support agencies.
• Advise and offer appropriate vaccinations and immunity tests for staff working in clinical areas and actively participate in the flu vaccination campaign.
• Assess and manage sharps injuries sustained by staff and discuss with senior nursing colleagues/Occupational Health Physician when appropriate and in line with department protocols.
• Ensure the individual's privacy and dignity are respected at all times.
• Influence and implement change in clinical OH practice.
• Update and maintain staff health records, ensuring confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act, Access to Medical Reports Act, and professional guidance.
• Maintain stock levels and ordering of pharmacy, pathology, and NHS supplies.
• Liaise with other specialists and refer staff when required as indicated in the department policies and guidelines.
• Ensure equipment is regularly calibrated, maintained, and in working order.

Person Specification Education / Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council.
• Portfolio of a wide range of CPD activities related to the specialist area including venepuncture, CPR / anaphylaxis treatment.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.

Knowledge, Training & Experience

• Experienced in health promotion activities.
• Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of working in the NHS.
• Occupational Health / Public Health experience.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• IT literate and competent in using Microsoft Office programmes.
• Confident to chair or coordinate meetings or groups.

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.

All new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

Equality and Diversity

We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.