Duties;

¦ Assist where necessary in providing and coordinating Occupational Health Service
¦ Provide health education by informing staff of potential workplace hazards to protect themselves against occupationally acquired diseases.
¦ Assist in coordinating workplace Risk Assessments by a multidisciplinary Occupational Health team to determine preventative and/or corrective strategies and ensure a healthy and safe working environment.
¦ Assist and co-ordinate routine Medical Surveillance Program for NIOH staff to establish baseline health data profiles for staff health monitoring.
¦ Perform all requirements for case management and documentation in order to comply with Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases (COID) legislation.
¦ Implement and manage the organizations Occupational Health Services for all the organizations Client institutions (Public & Private companies).
¦ Perform, co-ordinate and facilitate patient's consultations.
¦ Liaise with companies and employees on information needed.
¦ Participate in and support Research Projects for the NIOH within Occupational Health Nurse Scope of Practice.

Education and Skills:
¦ 4 year Nursing diploma
¦ Diploma in Occupational health nursing (specialisation)
¦ Registration with SANC
¦ Valid driver’s licence
¦ Practical nursing experience (3 years) Short course / certificate in required counselling discipline [e.g. HIV/Aids, TB, etc. (desirable)]
¦ Proficiency in MS Office.
¦ Knowledge of Occupational Health principles and relevant legislation
¦ Strong written and verbal communication skills
¦ Excellent interpersonal skills
¦Computer literacy
¦ Ability to maintain confidentiality
¦ Administrative skills
¦ Analytical skills.
¦ Report writing skills.
¦ Presentation skills.
¦ Attention to detail
¦ Ability to work under pressure.