About this role
Job summary
We are recruiting an Occupational Health Clinic Nurse (Band 5) or Associate Nurse (Band 4) to join our friendly, highly skilled Occupational Health team. This is a fixed term or secondment opportunity.
Occupational Health is a varied and rewarding specialty, offering the opportunity to make a real difference to staff health, wellbeing and safety. In this role you will deliver a range of clinical activities including fitness for work assessments, vaccinations, venepuncture, contact tracing and support following exposure to blood or bodily fluids. You will also provide timely and compassionate advice to staff and managers, using sound clinical judgement and the ability to prioritise effectively, particularly when supporting the nurse duty line.
You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team alongside Occupational Health Advisors, Physicians, Physiotherapists and administrative colleagues, with close links across the wider Trust.
This role would suit someone who is clinically confident, adaptable and people focused, enjoys problem solving and is motivated by improving staff wellbeing. Whether you are new to Occupational Health or looking to further develop your skills in the specialty, you will be fully supported through induction, mentorship and ongoing supervision.
If you are looking for a role offering meaningful work, flexibility, development and a positive team culture, we would love to hear from you.
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Main duties of the job
The post holder will deliver a high quality Occupational Health service to Trust staff and external clients, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities include:
Assessing new starters' fitness for work, reviewing health questionnaires and advising on reasonable workplace adjustments
Delivering vaccination programmes and phlebotomy services, including followup where required
Providing assessment, advice and support following contamination and exposure incidents, including sharps and bodily fluid exposures
Managing, ordering and monitoring medications, vaccines and consumables
Providing advice and support during infectious disease incidents and outbreaks, including liaison with IPC
Making onward referrals to specialist services where indicated
Supporting the Nurse Duty line, responding to queries using sound clinical judgement and effective prioritisation
Undertaking risk assessments in line with Health & Safety legislation, the Equality Act and Trust policies
Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and participating in audit and quality activities, including SEQOHS standards
We are looking for someone who is clinically competent, organised and adaptable, with strong communication skills, the ability to work autonomously, and a compassionate, professional approach to supporting staff wellbeing.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Job description Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc Nursing, RN currently registered with NMC or Associate Nurse
Desirable
Post registration, specialist training relevant to the speciality.
Experience Essential
We are looking for someone who is clinically competent, organised and adaptable, with strong communication skills, the ability to work autonomously, and a compassionate, professional approach to supporting staff wellbeing. We welcome applications from nurses with experience in clinical practice, vaccination services or advisory roles. Experience in Occupational Health is desirable but not essential, as full training, mentoring and support will be provided. Applicants should demonstrate: Experience of using reflective practice to inform clinical judgement and decision making Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Understanding of the health needs of working populations and those in your care Awareness of research and evidence based practice relevant to Occupational Health Knowledge of clinical governance, confidentiality, data protection and informed consent Skills and Abilities Strong problem solving skills and the ability to apply sound clinical judgement when assessing risk or progress Competence in the use of IT systems and electronic health records Effective organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands Self motivated, with a proactive and flexible approach to workload and service delivery Qualifications and Training Theoretical knowledge and practical application of nursing skills, assessments and interventions relevant to the role
Desirable
Experience in delivering occupational or clinical health assessments and procedures, including: Venepuncture Immunisations New starter / preplacement health questionnaire assessment An understanding of Occupational Health and its role in delivering preventative, proactive and responsive services to staff and organisations Experience in health promotion and health education, including providing clear, supportive advice to staff Experience of working within an advisory or preventative health service would be an advantage
Additional Criteria Essential
Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient consultation and care Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond calmly and professionally in emergency or timepressured situations Ability to use clinical judgement and problemsolving skills to assess risk and make informed decisions Confident working independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Well organised, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands Professional, ethical approach with a strong understanding of confidentiality, consent and data protection Willingness to engage in training, reflective practice and ongoing professional development
Desirable
Understanding of the health needs of people at work and those in your care Awareness of research and evidencebased practice relevant to the clinical area Insight into the role of Occupational Health in preventing ill health and supporting safe return to work Experience of working within a multidisciplinary or advisory service, liaising with other professionals Familiarity with clinical governance, audit or quality improvement activity Previous experience using electronic clinical record systems
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Woolston Clinic
Woodley Road
Southampton
Hampshire
SO19 9DW
Employer's website https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)