Occupational Health Nurse

Job title : Occupational Health Nurse

Responsibilities

• Providing general nursing care to Clients and patients in the clinic.
• Administering prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Performing initial assessment and vitals of clients and patients
• Operating and ensuring all Occupational Health, medical equipment are properly maintained
• Ensuring optimal levels of OH supplies and implements restocking as necessary
• Ensuring that emergency drug kits are well stocked and managed to prevent expiry.
• Managing inventory for consumables in OH /General Nursing department with the supervision of the Clinic Manager.
• Keeping a daily log of equipment and ensure they are in good condition at all times by following stipulated organisation guidelines for each equipment
• Managing the database, exit and entry for all clinic equipment, and track location at all times
• Planning and coordinating care including routine monitoring and follow up of patients with care plans
• Coordinating Preventive health checks including cervical screening and immunization
• Providing advice, information and instruction on safety issues to patients and clients.
• Supporting in the application of safety procedures, reporting and investigating incidents, suturing, injuries and hazards.
• Providing provision of emergency procedures, first-aid facilities, safety signs, relevant protective clothing and equipment, and incident reporting.
• Ensuring the work place satisfies health and safety requirements for ventilation, temperature, lighting, sanitary, washing and rest facility
• Other duties as assigned.