Trainee Occupational Health Nurse Adviser

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Main area: Occupational Health

Grade: Band 5

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm)

Job ref: 279-7240187-JUN25

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Site: The Art Block, St Mary’s Site, Royal Sussex County Hospital

Town: Brighton

Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 progressing to band 6 on completion of training

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 06/07/2025 23:59

About our Trust: At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

Job overview: We are seeking a UK NMC Registered Nurse with post qualification experience who is seeking a career in Occupational Health. The post holder will receive training on the job, and will also have the opportunity to gain their diploma/degree in Occupational Health Practice. Once competencies and training is complete, the post holder will progress to band 6.

Main duties of the job:

• The post holder will be trained to undertake a wide range of OH Services including:
• Health clearance assessments based on Department of Health guidance and local policy
• Provision of fitness for work advice to Trust managers and staff
• Assessment of sharps injuries
• Undertaking clinical audits

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

• To work as a specialist autonomous practitioner, managing own caseload.
• Responsible and accountable for specialist advice given to managers and staff.
• To assess fitness to work and provide recommendations including adjustments and advice, taking into account disability under the Equality Act 2010.
• Recognise where further advice is required and take appropriate action as needed.
• Request medical reports where identified additional information is required.
• Maintain accurate written/typed records.
• Produce accurate typed reports following OH assessments.
• Participate in health surveillance if required.
• Undertake and participate in clinical audits.
• Undertake assessments for staff exposure to blood and body fluids, arranging follow up care where indicated.
• Carry out blood taking and vaccination clinics as required.

Person specification:

• NMC registration with post qualification experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in Occupational Health as a Speciality
• Able to demonstrate a genuine interest in the speciality of Occupational Health
• Occupational Health experience
• Experience of working in an autonomous role
• Venepuncture
• Administration of vaccinations
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Ability to produce high quality typed reports
• Can demonstrate good organisational, planning and time management skills

Important information for applicants:

• A Note on AI Use in Applications: We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
• Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified. Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached.
• Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
• DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.
• Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria.

Further Information: For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nursingteam@nhs.net. For help with the application process for Non-Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nonnursingteam@nhs.net.