Occupational Health Nurse
Location: Grays
Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to join a team at the Lower Thames Crossing, supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of employees working on a major construction project.
This is a varied, hands-on role combining occupational health services, onsite treatment, emergency response and health promotion. Working alongside the Nurse Manager, you will help deliver high-quality clinical care, respond to onsite emergencies and support initiatives that promote a healthier, safer workforce.
The role would suit a confident, proactive nurse with occupational health experience who is comfortable working independently in a dynamic construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide onsite emergency response to pre-hospital emergencies and trauma, including participation in relevant rescue and evacuation training.
- Support the day-to-day running of an onsite nurse-led treatment centre, assessing and treating workplace injuries and illnesses.
- Conduct pre-placement health assessments, safety-critical medicals and fitness-for-work screening.
- Carry out health surveillance, including skin, hand-arm vibration (HAVS), lung function and noise-related assessments.
- Undertake clinical screening, including spirometry, audiometry, drug and alcohol testing, and night worker assessments.
- Work closely with the Nurse Manager, Occupational Health Physician and Occupational Hygienist to support effective occupational health provision.
- Contribute to site-wide wellbeing programmes, delivering health campaigns, toolbox talks, presentations and educational materials.
- Provide lifestyle screening, personalised health advice and appropriate follow-up care.
- Manage clinical administration, appointments, medical records, screening documentation and employee enquiries.
Essential Requirements
- Registered Adult Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
- Previous Occupational Health experience is desirable.
- First Person On Scene (FPOS) or First Response Emergency Care (FREC) training.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and defibrillator training.
- Ability to work autonomously and confidently as a lone worker.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication and organisational skills.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- A proactive, adaptable approach with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Pre-hospital nursing or emergency response experience.
- Experience working within the construction industry.
- ECG interpretation.
- Experience using Patient Group Directions (PGDs).
- IV cannulation and suturing skills.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) and trauma training.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to take on a varied clinical role where occupational health, emergency care and employee wellbeing come together on a major construction project. You will play an important part in supporting the workforce, promoting good health and ensuring employees receive timely, professional clinical care.
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