Service Care Solutions are looking for an LC 8 Occupational Health Nurse Advisor on a 3-month contract within the Police Force.
Location: Lancashire
Job Role/Purpose:
- To undertake pre-employment and pre-placement medical assessments on new applicants, as well as undertaking routine and non-routine medical assessments on police officers and police staff in specialist roles, either in the Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services Unit or out in Divisions.
- To undertake assessments of employees' fitness for work and make recommendations and submit written reports to management, always ensuring strict compliance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council's guidelines on medical ethics and confidentiality.
- To offer advice to employees and Line Managers/HR on general physical health issues and general mental health issues, particularly regarding their fitness for work.
- To undertake some of all the Medical Technicians duties in his/her absence
- To assist the Nurse Manager in the efficient running of the Occupational Health & Well Being, including the preparation of Management Reports and statistical information on a regular basis.
- To provide representation at Case Conferences when required
- To demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering high standards of service with an emphasis on quality at all times.
- To promote and comply with our obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and Lancashire Constabulary's policy on health and safety both in the delivery of service and the treatment of others.
- To carry out any other duties which are consistent with the nature, responsibilities and grading of the post
Work Experience:
- Recent experience of working in an occupational health environment
- At least 2 years previous OH nursing experience
- Experience of producing accurate written information and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
- Experience of working to conflicting demands and tight timescale, within a busy environment
- Knowledge of Health & Safety, Data Protection and Equality Act Principles
Desirable Skills
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to working location and hours of work, dependent upon the requirements of the Health Services Unit and the wider business needs of the Constabulary
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a £250 referral scheme in place.
