We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose. We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity. Netcare invites you to be part of our journey. ROLE SUMMARY The Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner assumes responsibility for the co-ordination, provision and establishment of quality, efficient care and medical surveillances to client employees that leads to the promotion, protection and restoration of the employee’s health within a safe working environment, under administrative direction of the Unit Manager, Clinical Coordinator, Regional Operations Manager and the Occupational Health Medical Practitioner. KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION Participating in the conducting of the Health Risk Assessment annually. Participating in the development of OREPs within the MDT and that there are valid man job specs/OREPs available at the clinic for every job category. Risk Management Performing HRA for pregnant women to ensure proper placing for the duration of the pregnancy. Perform Annual/Periodic and Pre – employment Medical Surveillance and ensure that targets are met. Perform Trigger, Transfer and Follow – up medicals on request. Conduct Risk based medicals as per Medical Surveillance Plan. Administration and Management Contributes to the generation of Month – end – Reports: submission to Regional Operations Manager by the 1st of each month. Provides information about patient care / environment / trends in the unit meetings. Facilitates the capture of employee/patient information onto the NOH information system. Conduct monthly internal clinic audits. Inform Clinical Coordinator timeously of any external audits and provide prompt feedback regarding findings. Completes clinic quality checklists daily and signed – off. Ensure availability of NOH Policies & Procedures File and proof of communication of such to staff. Effective implementation of the NOH standardized processes and practices. Effective & efficient management of medical waste. Financial Management Ensure that all orders placed are within the clinic budget (Monthly medication, and office stationery) as per standard schedule. Order according to approved EDL. Sign off Delivery notes & invoices available on file for each order & All Invoices captured & submitted to Regional Operations Manager for processing timeously. Ensure that the recording of all medication dispensed in the appropriate drug register and that correct stock balances can be accounted for. Keeps the Locum file updated and in place for reference purposes with all locum qualifications. Submit request for quotations to ROM for all services outside the SLA & obtain POs, before services are rendered. Ensure an accurate asset register is in place & backed-up by the invoices. (Separate list for NOH & Client). Update the asset register monthly. Stock Management Participate in stock audits. Management of stock daily Monthly calculation of stock and update minimum and maximum stock control sheet. Equipment Maintenance Prevent loss of stock and equipment by proper control, inventory keeping and execution of a maintenance plan. Ensure safe keeping and maintenance of all equipment. Facilitate calibration of equipment and ensure that it is done in accordance with NOH standards and protocols. An equipment maintenance schedule is in place and adhered to. Inform Unit Manager / Clinical Coordinator at least one month in advance of when clinical equipment requires servicing & calibration. TRANSFORMATION OF OUR SOCIETY Effectively engage with our stakeholders to ensure our long term sustainability Attends meetings with client as and when required & provide accurate reports monthly: o Safety Meeting o SLA Meeting o Project Meeting o Case Management o Incapacity Achieves a 0% non-conformance by adhering to SLA requirements & expectations. Escalate timeously to Regional Operations Manager incidents or alerts as they occur to avoid penalties. Personal and professional development Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development. Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures. Maintain and improve personal skills and knowledge levels. Encourage staff in their professional development. Stay abreast of latest developments/upgrades and statutory requirements that may change. Development of staff Induction & Orientation of locum and permanent staff. Assist in conducting In-service training to staff – and ensure proof available on file and attendance registers. Updated Staff files available at the clinic with qualifications and signed JDs Patient Health Education plan available and executed. NOH communication shared with staff & attendance registers available on file. Attends courses to ensure personal and professional self-development. (online courses) Teamwork Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals. BEST AND SAFEST PRACTICE Increase NOH image to achieve customer retention and growth Be presentable in the correct uniform, wearing distinguishing devices and name badges & promote same for the team. Ensure compliance with NOH Privacy Policy. Support Quality Management System: Performing COVID-19 screening on all Transnet employees and visitors. Ensure confidentiality of data at all times. Wearing of correct PPE to protect employees & to minimize health risks. Participate in Customer Care Survey, submit reports to Regional Operations Managers. Ensure that customer quality comment card process is managed in the clinics and statistical feedback is available so that the service can be evaluated. Achieve above 75% in quarterly quality audit conducted by Regional Operations Managers. Inform Regional Operations Manager timeously of any external audits and provide prompt feedback regarding findings. Ensure valid equipment calibration certificates are available at the clinic. Ensure availability of NOH Policies & Procedures File and proof of communication of such to staff. Ensure safe handling and keeping of medication according to Medicines and Related Substances Act 101 of 1965 as amended. Infection Control Ensure availability of PPE for staff in the clinic and submit weekly PPE checklists to Regional Operations Managers. SKILLS PROFILE EDUCATION Required Diploma / B Tech Degree in General Nursing Diploma in Midwifery Diploma or degree in Occupational Health Registered with the South African Nursing Council as a general nurse and Occupational Health Nurse specialist. Registered Audiometrist Certificate in Spirometry and Vision screening Dispensing qualification Preferred Basic Life support HIV/AIDS counselling Basic computer literacy WORK EXPERIENCE Required 2-5 years in an Occupational Health environment WORKING CONDITIONS Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting daily business operations which may include weekends and night shifts where applicable. Will interact with internal and external customers through several different means. NETCARE VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS Netcare Values At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence. At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our healthcare partners in everything that we do. We care about the truth in all our actions. We listen with empathy and respond with acts of compassion in all interactions with our patients and their families. The Netcare Way The Netcare Way Netcare is committed to providing quality care. Our basic service standard holds us accountable for the below seven behaviours which you will be accountable to uphold: Respect - I always greet everyone to show my respect. Identity - I always wear my name badge to show my identity. Dignity - I always treat others with consideration and humility to uphold dignity Care - I always act in the best interest of Netcare and others to show I care Compassion - I always listen with empathy and respond with kind action to show my compassion Appreciation - I always say thank you to show my appreciation. Diversity- I always embrace diversity to strengthen inclusivity and belonging. Join the team committed to providing the best and safest health and care. We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose. We attract highly skilled, engaged, and performing employees who are passionate about providing quality health and care. By joining Netcare, you will feel a great sense of inclusion and belonging as part of a family that cares about your growth and wellbeing. You will work with the best-in-class technology with high standards of health and safety. We offer competitive remuneration and benefits that are benchmarked against the best market trends. You will enjoy a fulfilling career working in a high performance, values driven organisational culture that values diversity. The Netcare Group offers a wide spectrum of career opportunities within various disciplines including nursing, emergency medical services, pharmaceutical services, information technology, human resources, finance and administration, procurement, technical and maintenance and marketing. Our recruitment process typically follows the following steps: Should you be shortlisted for the position, you will be contacted by the relevant HR Department to arrange an interview. Our selection process may further include employee risk assessments which includes employment references, credit, criminal and qualification checks. Should your application be successful, our human resources department will provide you with a formal letter of appointment and will contact you with information to facilitate your onboarding process. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful. Our story begins with our values and our behaviours. We are motivated by a belief in the sanctity of human life. We see it as a privilege to serve South Africans in their time of greatest need and vulnerability. To this end, we constantly explore new ways to blend compassion with cutting edge capabilities. But while much has been said about our world class facilities, our global benchmarks and clinical best practice, our greatest strength is our people. People who care for other people. Our Netcare people At Netcare, our people are the heartbeat of our organisation. We strive to grow with talented, compassionate people. Our people come from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity. Our values and behaviours reflect our belief in human dignity, and guide how we treat each other. #J-18808-Ljbffr