Job Description Grade D Nurse - NHS Health at Work
JOB DESCRIPTION
|Post: |Grade: BAND 5 |
|Occupational Health Clinic Nurse | |
|Salary Band |Department/Location: |
|Responsible to: |Accountable to: |
1) Job Summary
As a member of the occupational health team you will be required to provide an occupational health surveillance, screening and immunisation service under the direction of the nurse specialist / nurse manager, having freedom to act within the policies and practices of the service. You will provide a service of excellence, which is primarily responsible for meeting the needs of Trust employees, but also external contracts from both the private and public sector.
You will apply limited specialist knowledge and skills to undertake a clinical service and other varied responsibilities of the post.
You will maintain confidentiality at all times.
2) Main Responsibilities
• To assist in the updating and maintenance of the occupational health recording system including the recording of clinical outcomes and observations, tests or research results.
• To demonstrate IT skills to enable access to relevant information. i.e. management, clinical, and external.
• To be responsible for the safe use and maintenance of equipment.
• To work independently and as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
• To maintain effective communication with colleagues in the multi-disciplinary team, managers, clients and external agencies to ensure seamless service delivery.
• To be responsible for the ordering and maintaining of stock supplies to ensure safe storage, preparation and administration of vaccines in accordance with department processes, Trust policies and national guidance.
• To undertake the entering and updating of hepatitis ‘b’ information onto the Department of Health “Smartcard” system.
• To practice high standards of client care in a variety of clinical and non clinical settings as business/client needs require.
• To comply with the registration requirements of the NMC
• To act in accordance with local policies and procedures laid down by the department, local Trust and external clients.
• To work to meet the objectives of the department, local Trust and external clients.
• To work within the scope of the NMC Professional Practice and Code of Conduct.
• To attend study days, courses and conferences as agreed by the department.
• To maintain client confidentiality and work within the framework of the Data Protection Act.
• To act as a representative of the department as business and/or professional needs require
3) Patient/Client Care Responsibilities
To carry out the following using the skills and knowledge gained after appropriate training, assessment and experience and abiding by occupational health processes, Trust policies, patient group directives and service level agreements: -
Venepuncture
To undertake venepuncture after appropriate training, assessment and experience in relation to a variety of clinical/client needs:
• Contact tracing for communicable diseases
• Pre employment screening for EPP workers
• Exposure to potentially toxic substances
• In conjunction with appropriate vaccine programs
Occupational immunisation programmes
The maintenance and promotion of occupational and seasonal (influenza) immunisation programmes to healthcare employees.
To provide an ongoing immunisation programme for all personnel who are at risk of exposure to pathogens during the course of their work.
To maintain the highly developed skills of vaccine administration, including BCG’s and mantoux testing.
To apply nursing process to the needs of each individual.
Management of Contaminated Sharps Injuries, Bodily Fluid Exposure and PEP
To advise employees following contaminated sharps injury or bodily fluid exposure, undertaking a risk assessment and advising on the appropriate action in line with department protocols. To liaise with the Occupational Physician if PEP is required.
To assess employee in a sensitive and reassuring manner following needlestick/ contamination incidents, providing support during potentially emotionally distressing circumstances.
To give ongoing support and information to clients throughout their follow up period.
Health surveillance programmes
To participate in health surveillance programmes after appropriate training and experience, for both NHS and external contracts, in line with HSE regulation and guidance, Trust Policy and department processes:
• Spirometry
• Audiometry
• Latex allergy and dermatitis
To report health surveillance findings to appropriate personnel, i.e. OH Nurse Specialist, Clinical Nurse Manager or Consultant Occupational Physician.
Screening programmes
To participate in screening programs for both NHS and external contracts, in line with department processes, Trust policies and other related legislation and guidance after appropriate training has been given
• Drivers’ medicals
• Contact tracing for communicable diseases, e.g. tuberculosis, varicella
• Exposure to potentially toxic substances i.e. lead, mercury
• Drug and alcohol abuse
• Keystone vision screening
• Corporate induction programs
To liaise with and/or report findings to the appropriate personnel, i.e. OH Nurse Specialist, Clinical Nurse Manager or Consultant Occupational Physician.
Employment Health Assessment
To undertake limited employment health assessment in line with department policies, under the supervision of an OH Nurse Specialist, Clinical Nurse Manager or Consultant Occupational Physician
• Catering medicals
• EPP workers ie medical staff
As an opportunity to develop the relevant skills prior to undertaking occupational health nurse training - to assess the health of prospective employees using telephone skills and associated interview techniques, but always under the supervision of a OH Nurse Specialist, Clinical Nurse Manager or Consultant Occupational Physician.
4) Financial Responsibilities
All staff will support their managers to make efficient and effective use of resources. All staff are responsible for identifying any actual or potential deviations from budgets and work with the budget holder or manager to find effective ways of handling it.
All staff must ensure they use resources in a manner consistent with organisational objectives and policies. Ensure resources are realistic, justified and of clear benefit to the organization
5) Responsibilities for People, or Training
• To take personal responsibility for own professional development.
• To be familiar with all department processes, procedures, policies and standards and to ensure correct implementation.
• To facilitate and update appropriate advice/information for clients.
• To attend appropriate mandatory and statutory training.
• To promote awareness of national and local health related campaigns and to promote health on a one-to-one basis.
• To attend relevant meetings and participate in department working groups, as and when required.
• To actively participate in the orientation and dissemination of current clinical practice to new members of the nursing staff at equivalent level and others as required.
• To attend study days, courses and conferences as agreed by the department.
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the jobholder may be required to perform other duties assigned by the supervisor/manager from time to time.
Health and Safety Risk & Infection Prevention & Control
• Report accidents involving staff and patients according to established procedures and in compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act.
• To report immediately any incidents, accidents, complaints or other occurrences involving patients, visitors or staff, resolve wherever possible, complete accurate statements and report to the appropriate manager as soon as possible.
• Report defects in equipment and the general fabric of the unit to the appropriate officer of the Trust.
• Take action to assess the management of risk to reduce where possible the impact on patients, visitors, staff and NHS Property.
• To consistently observe Trust Infection Prevention & Control policies, procedures and best practice guidance in order to maintain high standards of Infection Prevention & Control.
Rehabilitation of Offenders
Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, the post is exempt for the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions Order) 1975. Applicants are therefore not entitled to withhold information about cautions and convictions and, in the event of employment, any failure to disclose such cautions or convictions could result in disciplinary action or dismissal by the Trust. Any information given will be completely confidential and will be considered only in relation to an application for positions to which the order is applied.
6) Data Quality
Good quality data is a fundamental requirement for the speedy and effective treatment of patients. In addition management information produced from patient data is essential for the efficient running of the organisation and to maximise utilisation of resources for the benefit of patients and staff.
Responsibility for good data quality lies with all who record patient information, whether clinical, technical or clerical.
All staff who record patient information, whether by electronic means or on paper, have a responsibility to ensure that the data is accurate, timely, and as complete as possible.
Confidentiality
Any information gained concerning patients in the hospital, which is confidential i.e. information, which is gained by virtue of employment, must not be divulged to those not directly involved with those patients. A breach of confidentiality would result in disciplinary action. Each employee is personally responsible for ensuring that no breaches of information security result from their actions. Staff should be aware that all information kept on computer is subject to the Data Protection Act 1998.
No Smoking Policy
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7) Policies
You are bound by all Trust Policies and Procedures. These can be found on the Trust intranet site.
Corporate Values
Safeguarding
The Trust is a safeguarding employer committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
What the patients can expect from Staff
Patients can expect to be treated with courtesy and respect when they meet Trust staff. They can expect confidential information about them not to be disclosed to those who have no need to know. Patient’s can also expect staff to respond constructively to concerns, comments and criticism.
What the Trust expects of individuals
The Trust expects individuals will act with honesty and integrity and openness towards others. Individuals will show respect for patients, staff and others. Individuals are expected to learn and adapt the use of information technology where relevant, in order to transform the way we respond to patients. Staff should be helpful to patients and their visitors at all times and respond constructively to criticism and praise and to work to foster teamwork both within the immediate team and across the Trust.
What individuals can expect from the Trust
Individuals can expect to be trained for the job they are employed to do. Individuals can expect to be given feedback on their performance and to be encouraged and supported in their personal and professional development. Individuals can also expect to be treated with respect by others including those who manage them. Individuals can expect that issues of cultural diversity are treated tactfully and with respect by all who work within the organisation.
Policy Statement
It is the policy of the Trust that neither a member of the public, nor any member of staff, will be discriminated against by reason of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, disability, ethnic origin, religion, creed or colour. Individuals can expect to have their views listened to, particularly when they are raising legitimate concerns about the quality of the service provided. The Trust is committed to the spirit of as well as the letter of the law, and also to promotion of equality and opportunity in all fields.
This job description is a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the person and is not exhaustive. Subject to the needs of the service, the content of the job description for this post is subject to continuous review.
Date: Review Date:
PERSON SPECIFICATION
| |Essential |Desirable |
|Qualifications & |Registered General Nurse |NEBOSH certificate |
|Training | | |
| | |Recognised OH Nursing qualification |
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|Experience |Experience in working in GP practice /Occupational health |Experience in Working in industry in |
| |setting |an OH/Screening nurse role |
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| |Experience of working independently. | |
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| |NHS experience | |
|Skills |Excellent planning and organisation skills |Skills in performing specific health |
| | |surveillance relevant to OH |
| |Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team | |
| | |Working within a Health & Safety |
| |Evidence of continuing professional development |environment |
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| |Excellent communication skills | |
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| |Knowledge of IT programs, i.e. Word, Excel, outlook. | |
|Other factors |ability to drive | |
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| |Driven to achieve | |
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| |Self motivated | |
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| |Good time management | |
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| |Demonstrate interest and commitment to Occupational Health | |
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| |Flexible and adaptable to change | |
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| |Assertiveness | |
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| |Ability to motivate self and others | |
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| |Sensitive to clients needs | |
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