Occupational Health Nurse Advisor
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
23/03/2017
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 14/04/2017 12:00
Salary:
£28,203 - £29,854
Employment Location:
Service Headquaters Nissan Way Barmston Mere Sunderland SR5 3QY
Further Information
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic Occupational Health Nurse Advisor with the confidence and ambition to deliver excellent Occupational Health Services. If you can meet the challenge of working in a fast paced, dynamic organisation during a period of organisational change, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
This role is essential to enable the Service to achieve and maintain the health and wellbeing of our employees through the promotion and delivery of a proactive health and wellness strategy. Reporting to the Occupational Health Manager, you will work with other members of the team to deliver a quality service to help us achieve our strategic vision. You will actively assist in providing comprehensive occupational health services to maximise the health and wellbeing of the Service’s employees.
Required Skills/Experience:
RN qualification Level 1 of the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)
Occupational Health Training (Certificate / Diploma / Degree) (desirable)
Previous experience of working within an occupational health setting
Experience of health surveillance (including Spirometry, Audiometry)
Experience of vaccinations and phlebotomy
Demonstrate a good understanding of a range of occupational health issues
Demonstrate a proactive approach to health
Good interpersonal, listening and communication skills
Good standards of record keeping
Ability to work as an autonomously and as part of a team
Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
Excellent IT skills
What we can offer you
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters are based in a purpose build office in Washington, with ample free parking and easy access from the A1 and A19. On site facilities include catering facilities and an onsite gym. The role also benefits from an attractive benefits package, including up to 41 days’ holiday, Local Government Pension Scheme, and access to a range of social and volunteering opportunities.
Closing Date: 14 April 2017 12.00 Noon
Interviews: Anticipated to take place week commencing 17 April
Please visit https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk to apply for this role
We positively welcome applications from all individuals within the community particularly those who are from under-represented groups.
Working towards equality and diversity for the community we serve
Please note
This job is closed for applications.