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Occupational Health Nurse

Staffline Recruitment Ireland
Permanent
Medical and Nursing
Limerick
Ref: J2477_1746795864
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Job description

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]

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