Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner - Zwelitsha

Department:
Clinic

Requirements

• Registered Professional Nurse with Occupational Health Nursing (Diploma or Degree).
• Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner.
• Certificate in Dispensing, Audiometry, Spirometry & Vision. Dispensing Licence for the site is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an occupational health environment, preferably within the
  manufacturing industry.
• Sound knowledge of occupational health legislation, COIDA, and medical surveillance standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary & occupational health care services to employees in line with legislative & industry
  requirements.
• Conduct & manage medical surveillance programmes (pre-employment, periodic, exit & special
  examinations).
• Manage medicine control in accordance with treatment protocols and ensure effective stock control.
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations.
• Maintain accurate medical records, reports, and statistics.
• Advise management on occupational health risks, trends, and preventative measures.
• Participate in health risk assessments, wellness programmes, and health education initiatives.
• Liaise with external service providers, medical practitioners, and regulatory bodies where required.
• Manage first aid compliance.
• Monitor sick notes and maintain sick leave records.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

• Good communication skills in English both verbal and written.
• Strong administrative, reporting, and communication skills.
• Detail orientated and possess great interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage an on-site clinic.

Should you wish to apply please send your CV to Stacey Green at

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.