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Contents

Section

Section 1: Introduction to Appointment

Section 2: Person Specification

Section 3: Job Description

Section 4: NHS Lothian Values

Section 5: General Information for Candidates

Section 6: Working in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Section 7: Workplace Equality Monitoring

Section 8: Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

Section 9: Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers

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Section 1: Introduction to Appointment

Reference Number: NHSL/2018/0368

Job Title: Occupational Health Clinic Nurse

Grade: Band 5

Location: Across NHS Lothian

Contract Duration: 1 Post – Permanent 1 Post – Fixed Term for 6 Months

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Closing Date: 19 April 2018

Salary Scale: £22,440 - £29,034 per annum

Apply on-line www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk

Please note – the e-mail address you provide on the application form will be used to communicate any further correspondence relating to this vacancy therefore please check your TRASH and SPAM folders

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.

**Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.**

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NHS LOTHIAN

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CLINIC NURSE - band 5

PERSON SPECIFICATION

In order to be shortlisted you must demonstrate you meet all the essential criteria and as much of the desirable as possible. When a large volume of applications are received for a vacancy and most applicants meet the essential criteria then the desirable criteria is used to produce the shortlist.

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

How assessed

Personal Traits

Demonstrate ability to deal with difficult situations. Well developed inter personal skills. Communicates enthusiasm. Team Player Self Motivated and able to work independently. Polite Adaptable/ approachable Uses initiative

I I I + R I + R I + R I I I I

Qualifications and Training

Registered General Nurse Registered with NMC Member of nursing union

Aspiration to undertake further studies relating to Occupational Health Nursing

A + C

Experience and Knowledge

Good communication in verbal and writing skills Able to work under pressure Knowledge of Equality Act Knowledge of Health and Safety

I A + I A + I I

Skills and/or Abilities

Competent in venepuncture Immunisation training undertaken and competent to undertake vaccination clinics. Able, and extremely confident with IT Systems Ability to interpret data Well organised

I I I I I

Specific Job Requirements

Car Owner / Driver Requirement to travel to various sites within Lothian Flexible

I I I

Key– how assessed

A = Application form I = Interview

C = Copies of certificates T= Test or exercise

P = Presentation R = References

Section 2: Person Specification

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1. JOB IDENTIFICATION

Job Title: Occupational Health Clinic Nurse Band 5 Responsible to: Lead Occupational Advisor Department: Lothian Occupational Health and Safety Services. Directorate: Human Resources Job Reference: NHSL/2018/0368 No of Job Holders: 4 Last Update: Nov 2017

2. JOB PURPOSE

Responsibility for the provision of Occupational Health Service Immunisation Clinics to NHS Lothian employees. As part of a multi disciplinary team will provide pro active services to all members of NHS Lothian Staff disciplines, and to NHS Lothian Management at all levels.

The post holder will provide specific advice on the effects of work on health and health on work, including individual health assessments, immunisation, health surveillance, and screening. The Clinical Occupational Health element also has a role in the provision of Health Education and Training.

3. DIMENSIONS

Lothian Occupational Health Services provides Occupational Health and Safety services for all NHS Lothian employees and a variety of outside agencies.

4. ORGANISATIONAL POSITION

Organisational chart attached

5. ROLE OF DEPARTMENT

This is a specialist, advisory and clinical service with the emphasis on preventative measures. Services include Clinical Occupational Health provide by Physician and Nurses, Health and Safety,

Section 3: Job Description

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Manual Handling, Physiotherapy and Counselling. These are provided to employees of NHS Lothian, GP Practices, University students and a variety of external organisations.

6. KEY RESULT AREAS

The post holder is required to:

Provide a range of clinical services driven by Service Level agreements, Health and Safety Legislation and NHS Lothian Occupational Health Services Policies.

Provide occupational health advice to health care workers to maintain the highest level of health and well being. Ensure that occupational health practices provided are based on current policies and procedures, guidelines, and legislation.

Arrange and undertake appropriate health surveillance as required by legislation and maintain up to date records in a confidential manner.

Participate in the Occupational Health ‘Out Of Hours On Call Service’ for needlestick or contamination incidents, to provide expert occupational health advice to employees exposed to sharps or blood and body fluids, 24 hours per day and 365 days per year.

Give advice and administer vaccine against Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, MMR and BCG to client groups requiring to be immunised, ensuring blood results are interpreted correctly to provide ongoing protection of at risk groups or staff.

Advise on fitness for employment and arrange any further intervention required e.g. referral to Occupational Health Physicians, obtain reports relating to health concerns from Specialists and General Practitioners.

Undertake other additional duties deemed reasonable as directed by Lead Occupational Health Advisor

7a. EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY

Sphygmomanometer (manual and electronic): specialist equipment used to measure blood pressure.

Syringes and needles: used for administration of vaccines and venepuncture.

Personal computer: used to communicate by e-mail, to carry out internet research and to

access policies and procedures on the intranet.

7b. SYSTEMS

COHORT

Description of System

Database System. This is an Occupational Health IT System which holds all the Occupational Health clinical data, including immunisation information. A range of reports can be generated for planning workload and audit purposes. The system updates the Occupational Health Service with information on

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new employees and those who have left, on a monthly basis. Individual Occupational Health information and records of interventions are stored confidentially. The system is integral to the running of the Occupational Health Service. It also operates as a complete electronic diary system.

8. ASSIGNMENT AND REVIEW OF WORK

Supervision is undertaken by Lead Occupational Health Advisor and more formally at annual PDP and appraisal meetings.

9. DECISIONS AND JUDGEMENTS

Decision relating to clients fitness for employment are made on an individual basis within the parameters of local guidance. Advice regarding individual work related health concerns is given using acquired knowledge and skills. The post holder will be in receipt of highly confidential information regarding employees at every level and must make correct assessments and judgements to ensure that each employee is fit in every way to deliver a high standard of patient care which is free from risk to both employee and patients.

10. MOST CHALLENGING/DIFFICULT PARTS OF THE JOB

To provide a dynamic and proactive Occupational Health Service with constraints in time, and busy workload. To meet the Occupational Health needs of a diverse and complicated organisation often with significant and competing demands. To balance and prioritise workload within an environment with constantly changing needs and constant interruptions. To balance the needs of both employee and employer without bias to either. To communicate efficiently and respond correctly when called during the night when carrying the Out of hours on call pager for needle sticks and contamination injuries after a busy day at work. To function efficiently and safely at work after being on call during the night.

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11. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

Employees – regarding all issues affecting their health and well being at work (on a daily basis)

Moving and Handling co-ordinator – regarding injuries to staff or staff concerns with regards to moving and handling; arrange joint workplace visits where appropriate.

General Practitioners – concerns regarding employees, to expedite appointments, chase up medical reports requested by post holder or Occupational Health.

Virologists – regarding blood results and urgent Exposure Prone Procedure clearance.

Microbiologists – regarding infection control issues, which may impact on the employee or patient safety as issues arise.

Infection Control team – regarding infection control issues, screening staff for hospital acquired infections, policies and procedures.

Genito-Urinary Consultants – regarding high risk needlestick or contamination injuries to ensure prompt commencement of post exposure prophylaxis if appropriate.

12. PHYSICAL, MENTAL, EMOTIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

Physical:

Travel to all areas within Lothian as required

. Mental:

Constant interruption by other team members, telephone

Multi tasking and constant changing of work priorities

Emotional:

Dealing with employees who may be extremely distressed with either work or domestic problems.

Dealing with employees who may be facing a health issue

Dealing with managers and employees who may see the advice given by Occupational Health as biased

towards one or the other.

Dealing with difficult situation as they arise in a calm and efficient manner.

Dealing with lack of sleep due to on – call duties.

Environmental:

Exposure to blood.

Exposure to verbal aggression on occasions.

13. KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO DO THE JOB

Registered General nurse with current registration with the nursing and midwifery council Evidence of ongoing training and professional development relating to discipline. Evidence of experience and training in the giving of vaccines and potential side effects Evidence of experience and training in venepuncture

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Evidence of training in anaphylaxis management Evidence of experience in basic computer skills Well developed communication skills Self motivation skills and ability to work without supervision whilst continuing to relate to the multidisciplinary occupational health team Evidence of a risk assessment based approach to Occupational Health issues and issues affecting the health and well being of all employees

A separate job description will need to be signed off by each jobholder to whom the job description applies.

Job Holder’s Signature: Date: Head of Department Signature: Date:

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Dr Alastair LeckieDirector

Occupational Health & Safety Services

Alison McClintickChief Nurse

Occupational Health

ConsultantOccupational Health

Speciality Registrars

Site Lead OH NursesBand 7

Business Admin ManagerBand 6

OH NursesBand 6

OHS NursesBand 5 NHS Admin

ManagerBand 5

Admin AssistantsBand 3

PABand 4

Admin Assistant IGBand 3

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Section 4: NHS Lothian Values into Action

NHS Lothian is determined to improve the way their staff works so they have developed a set of common values and ways of working which they now need to turn into everyday reality - to the benefit of everyone working in the organisation and, most importantly, to the benefit of their patients. Our Values are:

Quality

Dignity and Respect

Care and Compassion

Openness, Honesty and Responsibility

Teamwork Throughout the recruitment process candidates will need to demonstrate they meet all of Our Values. More information on Our Values can be found by clicking on the link at the bottom of our Careers website front page: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk

Section 5: General Information for Candidates

Data Protection Legislation Please note that any personal information obtained from you throughout the recruitment process will be collected, stored and used in line with Data Protection Legislation. Information will be available to the recruiting manager and to the Human Resource staff. Counter Fraud NHS Lothian is under a duty to protect the public funds it administers, and to this end will use the information you have provided on your application form for the prevention and detection of fraud. It will also share this information with other bodies responsible for auditing or administering public funds for these purposes. More detail on this responsibility is on NHS Lothian’s intranet (Counter-Fraud and Theft page) and further information is available on the Audit Scotland website: www.audit-scotland.gov.uk/ References All jobs are only offered following receipt of two satisfactory written references. At least one reference must be from your current/most recent employer, or your course tutor if you are currently a student. If you have not been employed or have been out of employment for a considerable period of time, you may give the name of someone who knows you well enough to confirm information given and to comment on your ability to do the job. Changes to Disclosure and Rehabilitation Regime In September 2015 the Scottish Government made changes about what conviction information needs to be disclosed. The rules are complicated, so it is important you read the guidance below as part of making your application. NHS Scotland is exempt from the 1974 Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exclusions & Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2003. As part of any offer of employment candidates will be subject to one of the following:

For posts in regulated work – Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme membership

For all other posts which are subject to a criminal conviction record check – A Police Act check

For posts not subject to a criminal conviction record check – A self-declaration

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For further information please visit our careers site: http://careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/HelpAndAdvice/Recruitmentofexoffenders/FAQsdisclosurescotlandandselfassessmentform/Pages/default.aspx

Disclosure Scotland Where a Police Act Disclosure or Protection of Vulnerable Groups Check is deemed necessary for a post, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an appropriate check. Further details on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders are available on our careers webpage: http://careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/HelpAndAdvice/Recruitmentofexoffenders/Pages/default.aspx

Work Visa If you require a Work Visa, please seek further guidance on current immigration rules which can be found on the Home Office website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration or visit our Careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/pathwaysintoemployment/OverseasWorkers/Pages/default.aspx Overseas Registration and Qualifications NHS Lothian will check you have the necessary professional registration, where appropriate. If you require a qualification for this role but are not regulated by a professional body (e.g. NMC, GMC, HCPC etc), you will need to provide an official translation, notarised by a solicitor, of your overseas qualifications to be checked by the recruiting manager. Please ensure that this is available before applying for this post. Job Interview Guarantee Scheme As a Disability Symbol user we recognise the contribution that all individuals can make to the organisation regardless of their abilities. As part of our ongoing commitment to extending employment opportunities, all applicants who are disabled and who meet the minimum criteria expressed in the job description will be guaranteed an interview. Terms and Conditions For an overview of our Agenda for Change terms and conditions please click on this link: www.msg.scot.nhs.uk/pay/agenda-for-change

Travel Expenses Travel expenses are not normally reimbursed for interviews, if you are selected for interview and wish to enquire about the possibility of being reimbursed then the request should be directed to the recruiting manager or interview panel chair. Application Form Completion The purpose of an application form is to help evidence that the applicant has all the requirements applicable to carry out the job applied for. (7500 is the character limit for statement in support of application.) Once in receipt of the application pack it is essential to read both the job description and person specification to gain a full understanding of what the job entails and the minimum criteria required. Please note for equal opportunity purposes NHS Lothian do not accept CV’s as a form of application. For general help and advice on how to complete an application form please visit our careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/HelpAndAdvice/ApplyingForPosts/Pages/default.aspx

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NHS Lothian offers excellent career prospects and a wide range of job opportunities for potential employees. It employs approximately 24,000 staff and offers training and development opportunities as well as excellent staff benefits. The information provided below aims to help support and guide both prospective applicants and new employees unfamiliar with Edinburgh and the Lothians. Edinburgh and the Lothians Edinburgh and the Lothians are on the eastern side of Scotland’s central belt in the heart of the country. Four main areas make up Edinburgh and the Lothians – Edinburgh, East, Mid and West Lothian. NHS Lothian serves a population of approximately 850,000 people living in and around Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital city. The geographical area known as Lothian region covers 700 square miles, comprising the City of Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian and West Lothian. It is a region of exceptional beauty and contrast, from the splendour of Edinburgh to the beauty and variety of the hills, countryside and coastline. The nearest major town outside of Edinburgh is Livingston, a thriving location in the heart of West Lothian. As well as many sites of historic interest, the region boasts a host of recreational activities for all ages. For further information on relocating to Edinburgh please visit our careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/AboutNHSLothian/Location/RelocatingToLothian/Pages/default.aspx

Section 7: Workplace Equality Monitoring

NHS Lothian is committed to supporting and promoting dignity at work by creating an inclusive working environment. We believe that all staff should be able to fulfil their potential in a workplace free from discrimination and harassment where diverse skills, perspectives and backgrounds are valued. In order to measure and monitor our performance as an equal opportunities employer, it is important that we collect, store and analyse data about staff. Personal, confidential information will be collected and used to help us to understand the make-up of our workforce which will enable us to make comparisons locally, regionally and nationally.

NHS Lothian considers that it has an important role to play as a major employer and provider of services in Lothian and accepts its obligations both legal and moral by stating commitment to the promotion of equal opportunities and elimination of discrimination.

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Section 8: Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

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The objectives of its policy are that no person or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, disability, marital status, age, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), creed, sexuality, responsibility for dependants, political party or trade union membership or activity, HIV/AIDS status or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our Equal Opportunities in Employment policy can be viewed on our careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/AboutNHSLothian/EqualOpportunities/Pages/default.aspx

If this post is a healthcare support worker position the post holder will need to follow the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers. A Healthcare Support Worker is defined as any healthcare worker working within NHS Scotland who is not currently statutorily regulated or in a role that has been recommended for statutory regulation by the Government. The Code of Conduct sets the standard of conduct expected of healthcare support workers and adult social care workers. It outlines the behaviour and attitudes that you should expect to experience from those workers signed up to the code. It helps them to provide safe, compassionate care and support. For more information on the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers please read the guidance: www.gov.scot/resource/doc/288853/0088360.pdf

Section 9: Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers