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Job Title: Occupational Nurse
Location: Dorchester (Hybrid)
Contract Type: Temporary, Part Time (25 hours)
Salary: £18 per hour
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Nurse to join Dorset Council's team in Dorchester on a temporary, part-time basis. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing employee attendance, promoting well-being, and supporting smooth returns to work after illness or injury. This role requires a blend of strong communication skills, medical knowledge, and the ability to analyse and manage absence data effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily Communication with Sick Employees:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employees reporting sick.
- Conduct daily calls to collect relevant data about the illness or injury.
- Document conversations, including expected return-to-work dates based on medical advice.
- Monitor and analyse absence data to ensure employees return to work as planned.
Long-Term Absence Management:
- Collaborate with advisory teams on complex and long-term absence cases.
- Work with occupational health and well-being teams to facilitate smooth returns to work.
Promotion of Well-Being:
- Partner with the Wellbeing team to provide resources and support for employees.
- Contribute to the Place Directorate Wellbeing Plan.
- Promote a culture of well-being that encourages attendance and supports work-life balance.
- Advocate for mental health support and help implement related initiatives.
Qualifications and Skills:
- General medical training, with relevant qualifications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive conversations.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse absence data effectively.
- Knowledge of absence management best practices.
- Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, including advisory and occupational health teams.
- Strong IT skills
This role is perfect for an experienced Occupational Nurse looking to make a positive impact on employee health and well-being in a supportive, part-time capacity. If you are passionate about promoting health and facilitating smooth returns to work, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.00 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dorchester
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.00 per week
Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
