Occupational Health Nurse

Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse
Location: Limerick
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexible hours)
Start Date: Immediate start available

A leading organisation is currently seeking a qualified and proactive Occupational Health Nurse to join their team. This role is key to promoting employee health and wellbeing through collaboration with HR and the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team to foster a safe, productive workplace.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-employment medicals and fitness-for-work assessments

• Manage and coordinate return-to-work programmes after illness/injury

• Liaise with HR and management on absence management and workplace adjustments

• Monitor and report on absence trends to identify improvement opportunities

• Provide proactive case management and support rehabilitation plans

• Deliver health surveillance in line with legislative risk assessments

• Maintain accurate, confidential health records (GDPR compliant)

• Organise and manage vaccination programmes (e.g., annual flu clinics)

• Ensure medical equipment is calibrated and supplies are stocked

• Develop and promote workplace health and wellbeing initiatives

• Provide first aid and emergency care as required

• Support and advise employees on general and work-related health matters

• Ensure compliance with professional standards and current legislation

• Liaise regularly with the Occupational Health Physician

• Participate in clinical audits (e.g., SEQOHS)

• Engage in continuous professional development and annual performance reviews

• Maintain NMBI registration and submit annual certification

• Comply with all organisational policies and procedures

Working Hours Flexibility:

• Core requirement is 5 days per week, Monday to Friday, totalling 37.5 hours

• Daily working hours can be flexible, depending on candidate preference and workload

• Occasional weekend work may be available, but only if the candidate chooses to opt in for additional hours

Skills and Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)

• Postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health or equivalent

• Experience in general nursing and occupational health

• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• Strong organisational, time management, and interpersonal skills

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office suite)

• Clean driving licence and access to a vehicle

• High level of confidentiality, empathy, and professional conduct

• Awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace

• Ability to analyse and report health and absence data

Application Process:

To apply for this role, please email your CV and a brief cover letter to:
Shane Prendergast
📧 [email protected]