Occupational Health Nurse

at  UPMC in Ireland

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Participate in the identification, development, and delivery of induction programmes to health service employees.
Engage in performance review processes including personal development planning as appropriate.

With appropriate functions, develop and implement employee health & well-being programmes.

• Develop and deliver training and awareness programmes appropriate to OHS.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Be registered in the General division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
A minimum of five years of practical experience, three of which are in occupational health.
Post-graduate qualification in occupational health.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and in a multidisciplinary team.
Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development, training, and research.
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:

To support the staff health and safety programme, UPMC Aut Even are looking for a dynamic candidate for the role of Occupational Health Nurse (OHN). The OHN will have day-to-day responsibility for nurse lead pre-employment medicals, health surveillance, immunisations, and health promotion initiatives. They also work collaboratively with Occupational Physicians managing pre-employment healthcare screening and fitness to work reviews. The position holder will also develop and lead a company Wellbeing Programme. This position is part-time, permanent and is based on-site at UPMC Aut Even Hospital.