Salary guide
Occupational Health Nurse
- Average salary
- £28,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
Healthcare
- Occupational health nurses support over 30 million UK workers
Other names this job is known by
- Workplace Nurse
- Occupational Health Advisor
Key responsibilities
- Assess and monitor employee health
- Advise on workplace health and safety
- Conduct health screenings and vaccinations
- Support rehabilitation and return to work
- Maintain records and reports
- Liaise with employers and healthcare teams
- Educate staff on health issues
- Stay updated on occupational health
Skills and qualifications required
- Nursing degree and NMC registration
- Experience in occupational health
- Further training in occupational health nursing (advantageous)
- Communication and health & safety knowledge
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Nurse
- OH Manager
- Consultant
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Complete a nursing degree and register with the NMC
- Gain experience in occupational health
- Pursue specialist training
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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