Job summary An opportunity has arisen to be part of a great team providing a comprehensive Occupational Health service to all Trust staff.The role involves providing clinical leadership, management and guidance to less senior staff.To clinically deputise for theOH Clinical Service Lead in their absence. Main duties of the job Assist the Trust in promoting and maintaining the health of staff and lead on particular service development and health promotion activities. To work closely with the senior management team to ensure that the service supports the aims of the Trust. Support the delivery of Occupational Health Services to NHS client and commercial employers within the remit of the contract specified. To advise all Trust staff in regard to their Health, Safety and welfare at work, and assist in promoting and maintaining their health and well-being, within their own area of knowledge and competence. To ensure that all health issues are dealt with in a professional and competent manner. The post holder will ensure compliance with the Trust's Risk Management Policies and Procedures. These describe the Trust's commitment to risk management, the recognition that our aim is to protect patients, staff and visitors from harm, and stress that all our staff have a responsibility to minimise risk. Act as a clinical expert and positive role model for all staff. About us Do you have the ambition and vision to deliver our mission of the Best of Care by the Best of People providing excellent care, every time ? Here at Medway, we pride ourselves on working together as one to ensure that our shared vision is achieved for our patients. As a key partner in the healthcare of our local population, we are keen to deliver this as an outcome of our Trust-wide strategy - Patient First. Using an Operational Excellence approach to align our priorities and operational management structures, we are just over a year and half into our Patient First deployment. We are looking for creative, skilled people to join our Transformation Team and further support us on this journey. Our culture and values define us here at Medway NHS Foundation Trust and are the heartbeat of who we are as an organisation. Our BEST values underpin Patient First and are at the core of the care we give to our patients, the support we offer to our staff and our overall leadership approach: B - Bold E - Every person counts S - Sharing and open T - Together Our Trust is a great choice for people who want to develop their career in an ambitious and dynamic environment; our employees are able to choose the coverage and supplemental benefits that best fit their needs and those of their families. This includes the promotion of flexible working opportunities across the Trust. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 275-0425-SOHA Job locations Residence 12, Medway NHS Foundation Trust Windmill Road Gillingham, Kent ME7 5NY Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: To support and assist the OH team to deliver the workload in an effective manner. Represent the department at Trust and other agency forums in place of the head of Occupational health Actively take part in and support Directorate initiatives and issues. Support and develop junior members of staff through one to ones and appraissals Use clinical skills and knowledge to provide specialist advice and support to peer group staff, clients and service managers. Provide professional advice and guidance to nursing and non-nursing staff, within the nursing environment and foster collaborative partnerships with other disciplines. Lead in the development of clinical standards ensuring these are set, embedded and monitored in accordance with the needs of the service in conjunction with the senior OH team. Monitor agreed quality improvement metrics to support compliance with local and external practice standards e.g. NHS Plus, cold chain monitoring etc. Support the Head of OH/OH Clinical Service Lead / Service Coordinator in ensuring that workload is prioritised and managed effectively. Participate in audit and research programmes appropriate to the advancement of the service as required. Act and lead on designated areas for improvement. With senior staff, identify and minimise clinical and non-clinical risk issues reporting to the senior team. Implementation of action plans to address areas which fall below acceptable standards To always act in a professional manner in accordance with the NMC guidelines. Safe, efficient and effective administration of medicines in accordance with the NMC guidelines. Ensure accurate, legible nursing records are kept for each client in line with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and Access to Medical Records Act 1988 and maintain the security of records within the Department to comply with Data Protection legislation Promote and maintain effective working relationships and communications with Consultants, medical staff, nurse colleagues and other multi-agency professionals. Ensure staff standard of dress and appearance promotes patient and public confidence in Infection Prevention and Control practice for department. To support the Head of OH/ OH Clinical Service Lead / Service Coordinator to achieve a department culture of cleanliness and compliance with best practice in Infection Prevention and Control, promoting zero tolerance to avoidable infection. Plan & initiate appropriate vaccination programmes, including re-call and contact tracing, in line with guidance from the Department of Health to ensure employees are protected against certain infections they may be exposed to in the course of their work Provision of vaccinations in accordance with standing orders and Trust policy, and the DoH Green Book. Initiate appropriate investigations by taking blood samples for immunity to blood borne viruses e.g. hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV after giving appropriate counselling on effects of results. Initiate appropriate investigations by taking blood for immunity to other infectious diseases e.g. Rubella, Varicella Zoster, measles and others as required by Department of Health guidance. To provide support, guidance and appropriate follow-up after inoculation/contamination incident. Implement follow up procedures for investigating, advising and monitoring staff accidents/incidents when notified by injured party/receipt of DATIX Form. Provide a confidential advisory and support service with referral to appropriate counselling and mental health support agencies. To provide guidance to staff and managers following managerial referral from a medical perspective, in an unbiased and professional manor. Ensure appropriate advice (within the remit of confidentiality) is given following referral. Conduct health surveillance programmes of staff in line with legislation e.g. C.O.S.H.H. in accordance with Health & Safety Department requirements. Organise daily work planning to reflect:- clinical demand, maximise appointment availability. Establish and implement with OH clinical service lead and other OH staff, health education and promotion programmes. Participate in Occupational Health audits and research programmes. Provide Occupational Health services in accordance with agreed contracts to non-NHS organisations. Implement service changes following adverse incidents/root cause analysis. Participate in Outbreak TB tracing meetings as required where staff surveillance and safety is involved. Act as the clients advocate and ensure the advocacy role is understood by all staff. Participate in gaining and responding to client feedback. Ensure Occupational Health services meet the requirements of clinical governance, Health & Safety Executive, CQC, and NICE guidance. Working collaboratively with The Infection Control and Prevention Team, Health & Safety Department (including manual handling), Wellbeing Team, TB specialist Service, Emergency Department (out of office hours Sharp/Splash injuries), HR services. To ensure service delivery meets the department KPIs. To assist in the development of services to reflect known requirements and needs of the Trust. To be aware of current developments in Occupational Health and attend relevant courses, conferences and other training opportunities in consultation with the OH Clinical Service Lead. Ensure you meet NMC revalidation requirements. Ensure an effective learning environment for all staff. Participate in the development and delivery of appropriate training materials / programmes to promote professional development. Contribute to the clinical supervision and support process and facilitate the development of reflective practice. Ensure adherence to the Clinical Governance Framework for nursing by ensuring appropriate policies, protocols and guidelines are in place to support practice Report, investigate and act upon complaints and Adverse Incidents in line with directorate and Trust policies, collating themes and identification of learning points for the department and service users. Undertake workplace assessments, promote health and safety in the work environment. To identify own personal development needs and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform role effectively To participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow personal development plan as agreed with line manager To keep updated of current professional issues and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform your role effectively. Develop and maintain a professional portfolio. Ensure compliance with professional expectations as outlined in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Key Working Relationships: Internal External IT Department Health & Safety Department Employee Relations Human Resources Recruitment Covid swabbing and vaccination service Staff Health and Wellbeing Fire and Safety Advisors Security Managers and Supervisors of all service users Estates Training Department Pathology Pharmacy PCTs General Practitioners Other Local/ Trusts/Providers Voluntary Bodies Other relevant external agencies Civica Occupational Health Consultant Darenth Valley Hospital Microbiology Services Other regional NHS OH services in Kent Physio Med AMAT Demelza Care First Kent University Members of the public Person Specification The person specification sets out the essential qualifications, experience, skills, knowledge, personal attributes and other requirements which the post holder requires to perform the job to a satisfactory level. Without these qualities applicant cannot be appointed to the post. Role: Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor Qualifications Registered General Nurse. Post registration, Occupational Health qualification / NMC specialist registration Application Interview Reference Knowledge On-going professional development. Good knowledge of clinical governance. Quality Improvement tools and audit Risk management Issues Ability to undertake and evaluate Keystone vision screening, spirometry and audiometry tests. Key issues and development in nursing IT skills and the ability to use computer packages Application Interview Reference Values Exhibits behaviours in line with Trust Values: B old We are inspiring and ambitious E very Person Counts We are respectful and supportive S haring and Open We are open and speak up T ogether We are inclusive and responsible Experience Significant post registration experience in a variety of primary and secondary care clinical settings. Significant experience at Band 6 or above in more than one area of practice. Minimum of 5 years post registration experience Minimum of 2 years Occupational Health experience, in similar environment/NHS Application Interview Skills Sound clinical skills and ability to make operational judgements based on risk assessment. Ability to make autonomous decisions. Excellent interpersonal & communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation Influencing/persuading skills Diplomacy and tact Ability to give oral & written presentations/reports Organisational, Prioritisation and time management skills Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Understanding of the need for strictest confidentiality Immunisation and vaccination Venepuncture Application Interview Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: To support and assist the OH team to deliver the workload in an effective manner. Represent the department at Trust and other agency forums in place of the head of Occupational health Actively take part in and support Directorate initiatives and issues. Support and develop junior members of staff through one to ones and appraissals Use clinical skills and knowledge to provide specialist advice and support to peer group staff, clients and service managers. Provide professional advice and guidance to nursing and non-nursing staff, within the nursing environment and foster collaborative partnerships with other disciplines. Lead in the development of clinical standards ensuring these are set, embedded and monitored in accordance with the needs of the service in conjunction with the senior OH team. Monitor agreed quality improvement metrics to support compliance with local and external practice standards e.g. NHS Plus, cold chain monitoring etc. Support the Head of OH/OH Clinical Service Lead / Service Coordinator in ensuring that workload is prioritised and managed effectively. Participate in audit and research programmes appropriate to the advancement of the service as required. Act and lead on designated areas for improvement. With senior staff, identify and minimise clinical and non-clinical risk issues reporting to the senior team. Implementation of action plans to address areas which fall below acceptable standards To always act in a professional manner in accordance with the NMC guidelines. Safe, efficient and effective administration of medicines in accordance with the NMC guidelines. Ensure accurate, legible nursing records are kept for each client in line with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and Access to Medical Records Act 1988 and maintain the security of records within the Department to comply with Data Protection legislation Promote and maintain effective working relationships and communications with Consultants, medical staff, nurse colleagues and other multi-agency professionals. Ensure staff standard of dress and appearance promotes patient and public confidence in Infection Prevention and Control practice for department. To support the Head of OH/ OH Clinical Service Lead / Service Coordinator to achieve a department culture of cleanliness and compliance with best practice in Infection Prevention and Control, promoting zero tolerance to avoidable infection. Plan & initiate appropriate vaccination programmes, including re-call and contact tracing, in line with guidance from the Department of Health to ensure employees are protected against certain infections they may be exposed to in the course of their work Provision of vaccinations in accordance with standing orders and Trust policy, and the DoH Green Book. Initiate appropriate investigations by taking blood samples for immunity to blood borne viruses e.g. hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV after giving appropriate counselling on effects of results. Initiate appropriate investigations by taking blood for immunity to other infectious diseases e.g. Rubella, Varicella Zoster, measles and others as required by Department of Health guidance. To provide support, guidance and appropriate follow-up after inoculation/contamination incident. Implement follow up procedures for investigating, advising and monitoring staff accidents/incidents when notified by injured party/receipt of DATIX Form. Provide a confidential advisory and support service with referral to appropriate counselling and mental health support agencies. To provide guidance to staff and managers following managerial referral from a medical perspective, in an unbiased and professional manor. Ensure appropriate advice (within the remit of confidentiality) is given following referral. Conduct health surveillance programmes of staff in line with legislation e.g. C.O.S.H.H. in accordance with Health & Safety Department requirements. Organise daily work planning to reflect:- clinical demand, maximise appointment availability. Establish and implement with OH clinical service lead and other OH staff, health education and promotion programmes. Participate in Occupational Health audits and research programmes. Provide Occupational Health services in accordance with agreed contracts to non-NHS organisations. Implement service changes following adverse incidents/root cause analysis. Participate in Outbreak TB tracing meetings as required where staff surveillance and safety is involved. Act as the clients advocate and ensure the advocacy role is understood by all staff. Participate in gaining and responding to client feedback. Ensure Occupational Health services meet the requirements of clinical governance, Health & Safety Executive, CQC, and NICE guidance. Working collaboratively with The Infection Control and Prevention Team, Health & Safety Department (including manual handling), Wellbeing Team, TB specialist Service, Emergency Department (out of office hours Sharp/Splash injuries), HR services. To ensure service delivery meets the department KPIs. To assist in the development of services to reflect known requirements and needs of the Trust. To be aware of current developments in Occupational Health and attend relevant courses, conferences and other training opportunities in consultation with the OH Clinical Service Lead. Ensure you meet NMC revalidation requirements. Ensure an effective learning environment for all staff. Participate in the development and delivery of appropriate training materials / programmes to promote professional development. Contribute to the clinical supervision and support process and facilitate the development of reflective practice. Ensure adherence to the Clinical Governance Framework for nursing by ensuring appropriate policies, protocols and guidelines are in place to support practice Report, investigate and act upon complaints and Adverse Incidents in line with directorate and Trust policies, collating themes and identification of learning points for the department and service users. Undertake workplace assessments, promote health and safety in the work environment. To identify own personal development needs and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform role effectively To participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow personal development plan as agreed with line manager To keep updated of current professional issues and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform your role effectively. Develop and maintain a professional portfolio. Ensure compliance with professional expectations as outlined in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Key Working Relationships: Internal External IT Department Health & Safety Department Employee Relations Human Resources Recruitment Covid swabbing and vaccination service Staff Health and Wellbeing Fire and Safety Advisors Security Managers and Supervisors of all service users Estates Training Department Pathology Pharmacy PCTs General Practitioners Other Local/ Trusts/Providers Voluntary Bodies Other relevant external agencies Civica Occupational Health Consultant Darenth Valley Hospital Microbiology Services Other regional NHS OH services in Kent Physio Med AMAT Demelza Care First Kent University Members of the public Person Specification The person specification sets out the essential qualifications, experience, skills, knowledge, personal attributes and other requirements which the post holder requires to perform the job to a satisfactory level. Without these qualities applicant cannot be appointed to the post. Role: Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor Qualifications Registered General Nurse. Post registration, Occupational Health qualification / NMC specialist registration Application Interview Reference Knowledge On-going professional development. Good knowledge of clinical governance. Quality Improvement tools and audit Risk management Issues Ability to undertake and evaluate Keystone vision screening, spirometry and audiometry tests. Key issues and development in nursing IT skills and the ability to use computer packages Application Interview Reference Values Exhibits behaviours in line with Trust Values: B old We are inspiring and ambitious E very Person Counts We are respectful and supportive S haring and Open We are open and speak up T ogether We are inclusive and responsible Experience Significant post registration experience in a variety of primary and secondary care clinical settings. Significant experience at Band 6 or above in more than one area of practice. Minimum of 5 years post registration experience Minimum of 2 years Occupational Health experience, in similar environment/NHS Application Interview Skills Sound clinical skills and ability to make operational judgements based on risk assessment. Ability to make autonomous decisions. Excellent interpersonal & communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation Influencing/persuading skills Diplomacy and tact Ability to give oral & written presentations/reports Organisational, Prioritisation and time management skills Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Understanding of the need for strictest confidentiality Immunisation and vaccination Venepuncture Application Interview Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC registration - registered general nurse Post registration, Occupational Health qualification / NMC specialist registration Knowledge Essential On-going professional development Good knowledge of clinical governance Quality Improvement tools and audit Risk management Issues Ability to undertake and evaluate Keystone vision screening, spirometry and audiometry tests Key issues and development in nursing Experience Essential Significant post registration experience in a variety of primary and secondary care clinical settings Significant experience at Band 6 or above in more than one area of practice Minimum of 5 years post registration experience Minimum of 2 years Occupational Health experience, in similar environment/NHS skills Essential Sound clinical skills and ability to make operational judgements based on risk assessment Ability to make autonomous decisions Excellent interpersonal & communication skills Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation Influencing/persuading skills Ability to give oral & written presentations/reports Organisational, Prioritisation and time management skills Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Understanding of the need for strictest confidentiality Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC registration - registered general nurse Post registration, Occupational Health qualification / NMC specialist registration Knowledge Essential On-going professional development Good knowledge of clinical governance Quality Improvement tools and audit Risk management Issues Ability to undertake and evaluate Keystone vision screening, spirometry and audiometry tests Key issues and development in nursing Experience Essential Significant post registration experience in a variety of primary and secondary care clinical settings Significant experience at Band 6 or above in more than one area of practice Minimum of 5 years post registration experience Minimum of 2 years Occupational Health experience, in similar environment/NHS skills Essential Sound clinical skills and ability to make operational judgements based on risk assessment Ability to make autonomous decisions Excellent interpersonal & communication skills Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation Influencing/persuading skills Ability to give oral & written presentations/reports Organisational, Prioritisation and time management skills Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Understanding of the need for strictest confidentiality Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Medway NHS Foundation Trust Address Residence 12, Medway NHS Foundation Trust Windmill Road Gillingham, Kent ME7 5NY Employer's website https://www.medway.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)