Clinical Research Midwife

Job overview

To support the Department of Occupational Health and Wellbeing in the delivery of occupational health services to Kings College Hospital NHS Trust and associated external clients. The post holder will ensure that a proactive comprehensive Occupational Health Service is provided and is delivered to the highest standard.

The post holder is also required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, to implement and monitor policies, standards and guidelines within the King’s College Hospital NHS Trust Department of Occupational Health and Wellbeing and act as a leader with in the department in terms of supporting and developing the team with a focus on continuous learning and development.

Main duties of the job

· To undertake clinical activities as directed by the Service Manager, Principal Nurse Advisor or their nominated deputy to include – vaccination clinics, health screening, case management, health surveillance work, environmental visits/risk assessments, attendance management, health promotion activities (and presentations), ergonomic assessments/training as required and become involved in corporate inductions or clinical projects as required.

· To use the Occupational Health database for the entering of clinical activity, ensuring that information is updated in a timely and accurate manner, to include EPP and non-EPP clinical activity and daily immunisation activity.

· To act as an autonomous practitioner and provide professional advice on Occupational Health issues.

· To ensure the effective delivery of a work protection immunisation programme for King’s College Hospital staff and other external contracts as required.

· To ensure an effective employment screening service is in place, which advises management and Human Resources of applicant’s fitness and Disability Discrimination Act requirements.

· To undertake sickness absence reviews, and advise on disability in regards to the Equality Act in line with the Trust’s sickness absence policy, promoting equality and valuing diversity.

Working for our organisation

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To provide professional mentorship to the junior occupational health staff under the direction of the Service Manager or Principal Nurse Advisor
• Clinical responsibility for overseeing junior staff in a on a day to day basis
• To participate in the development of policies, procedures, SOPs and clinical operating guidelines, which are in line with, evidence based practice
• To ensure agreed standards are met by participating in clinical audit
• To ensure active and effective delivery of Occupational Health services to the Trust and external clients
• To work closely with the Occupational Health Consultant Physicians to case manage referrals to the Department as triaged by the Head of Nursing
• Support contract management and assistance with SLA development as directed by the Service Manager or senior nursing staff
• To be accountable for ordering and auditing clinical supplies and vaccinations as required for the smooth running of the practice nurse clinics as directed by the Senior Specialist Nurse Advisors and Service Manage

Person specification

Essential and Desirable

Essential criteria

• Registered General Nurse/Registered Nurse Adult
• Occupational Health qualification (SCPHN preferred)
• Demonstrable clinical expertise in and commitment to the professional development of others

Desirable criteria

• Awareness and understanding of issues surrounding risk management and Health and Safety management
• Management qualification

IMPORTANT

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• To enquire about your application or inform us of any changes in your circumstances, please contact the named person on this advert
• Please provide email addresses for referees where possible
• Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust’s criminal records checking policy
• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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