Registered Nurse Occupational Health Special Interest

Registered Nurse Occupational Health Special Interest People & Capability Masterton, New Zealand Reference: 6550442 'Expressions of Interest are sought from current Te Whatu Ora Staff only'Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Upoko o Te Ika Location: Wairarapa HospitalService: Occupational HealthContract: Permanent- Part-time Salary: As per NZNO MECA, & dependant on experienceVacancy Ref # 6550442Korero mo te turanga - About the roleThis is a fantastic opportunity for you to develop the scope of your nursing practice by providing occupational health services to our staff two days per week. Postion will work 0.4 FTE per fortnight.Your responsibilities will include:Support to the Occupational Health Clinical Specialty Nurse with pre-employment screening and vaccination including influenzaProvide appropriate advice, support, information and health monitoring to employees involved in work related accidents and/or exposed to hazardsLiaise with Occupational Health Clinical Specialty Nurse on Occupational Health related mattersCarry out contract tracing of staff following an exposure eventMaintain accurate and confidential health records for employeesKeep up to date knowledge of current best practiceCollaborate with regional and national occupational health colleaguesDevelop an expert knowledge of respiratory protection and provide mask fit testing for staff who may be required to wear a mask during the course of their dutiesProvide training on correct donning and doffing of PPEMou - About youAre you a Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate and a vaccinator's certificate (or willing to get one)?To be considered for this role you will need to have at least 4 years clinical experience, be confident in working independently and have an understanding, awareness and interest in occupational health and well-being.