Occupational Health Nurse

We are currently looking for an Occupational Health Nurse to join our forward-thinking Nurse led team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering an Occupational Health and Wellbeing service for the employees of Neath Port Talbot Council. You will work with and support the Occupational Health Nurse Manager in providing a nurse-led Occupational Health and Wellbeing service throughout the Authority. You will provide clinical expertise within the Occupational Health Unit, working as part of a team in the coordination, provision, and delivery of an effective, high-quality Occupational Health service, by monitoring the health of the workforce through statutory health surveillance, sickness absence, and fitness for work advice. You will also provide advice and guidance to staff to manage their health and wellbeing and that of others.

The main duties of the post:

• Assist the Occupational Health Nurse Manager in developing and providing a competent, efficient, effective, and professional health and wellbeing service across the council.
• Organise and carry out statutory health surveillance assessments.
• Conduct safety-critical medical assessments.
• Participate in the triage of Occupational Health referrals.
• Undertake first step sickness absence consultations.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and provide advice and health information to employees of the council.
• Assist in the provision of health programmes that support the physical and mental health and wellbeing of employees.
• Ensure the management of occupational health records and health surveillance records are kept in compliance with statutory legislation.
• Provide advice and guidance on all aspects of work relating to ill health and contribute to the development of occupational health policies.
• Maintain all aspects of professional development in accordance with the requirements of Nursing and Midwifery Council Revalidation.

You will have experience in:

• 3 years post qualification experience in Occupational Health or relevant specialist field of nursing.
• Competent in implementing and undertaking health surveillance/medical assessment programmes.
• Knowledge of the role of the Occupational Health Nurse.
• Knowledge of work-related health issues.
• Knowledge of legal aspects of Occupational Health.
• Knowledge and drive to improve health and wellbeing for employees.
• Experience of working with colleagues outside the nursing team.
• Strong team player with good communication skills.
• Able to work autonomously.
• Experience in providing guidance in relation to sickness absence.
• Well-developed oral, written, and IT skills.
• Commitment to clinical excellence.
• A demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Ideally, you will have:

• Registered General Nurse qualification.
• Occupational Health qualification or willingness to work towards achieving one.

At Neath Port Talbot Council, we work collaboratively with our citizens and partners because together we can achieve more. We are optimistic and confident about the future, and we care about you, your life, and the future of our county borough. What matters to you matters to us.

If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.

About us:
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.

Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 15.3% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.

For more information and to apply please visit www.npt.gon.uk/jobs

DBS requirements: This post is not subject to a DBS check.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people/vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language Requirements: Welsh Language skills are not required.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify for this. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.

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