[ref. g62918700] Company Nurse

A company nurse, also known as occupational health and safety officer, or occupational health nurse, is a qualified nurse who is employed by a company. They provide general first aid to employees when required, assess employee health risks, and promote employee health.

Ø Develop and implement health and safety programs.

Ø Provide emergency treatment in the workplace.

Ø Administer over-the-counter medication to employees.

Ø Create a clean, and comfortable working area.

Ø Promote healthy eating and wellness programs.

Ø Document all employee injury and illness and keep this information confidential.

Ø Improve the health of employees through on-going programs and health checks.

Ø Develop strategies to ensure maximum employee work input.

Ø Communicate with management on a regular basis.

Ø Attend seminar workshops on HIV/AIDS, Gender Sensitivity, Family planning, and Stress Management.

Ø Any task delegated from time to time by the immediate head.