# Occupational Health Nurse > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/occupational-health-nurse/42c98881-01c0-4e80-b9a0-5bbedb3f605b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/occupational-health-nurse/42c98881-01c0-4e80-b9a0-5bbedb3f605b.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Royal Lancaster Infirmary - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Nurse (adult and children) - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Fixed term: 8 weeks (1st October 2026- 30th November 2026) - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, Flexible working, 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-09-15T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-01T14:42:34.725Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Cumbria/Lancaster/University_Hospitals_Morecambe_Bay_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Occupational_Health/Occupational_Health-v8159929 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8159929?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Occupational Health and Wellbeing Nurse – 8-Week Fixed-Term Contract An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Team on an 8-week fixed-term contract. This role will support the delivery of the annual Flu Vaccination Campaign, helping to provide flu vaccinations to colleagues across the organisation. Flexible working opportunities are available, with a variety of shifts and working days as the campaign will operate as a seven-day service. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience within Occupational Health while working as part of a supportive and experienced team. The successful applicant will receive the necessary training to develop the required knowledge and competencies, enabling them to undertake the role confidently and work with increasing autonomy. The post can be based at either the Royal Lancaster Infirmary or Furness General Hospital ### Main duties of the job Main Duties of the Job - Work as part of the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Team to deliver a high-quality, professional service to colleagues across University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust. - Provide a comprehensive Occupational Health nursing service in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, working within agreed standard operating procedures and supporting the maintenance of SEQOHS-accredited standards while upholding Trust values. - Support delivery of the NHS People Plan and NHS People Promise by promoting colleague health, wellbeing, engagement, and positive workplace culture. - Support the annual Flu Vaccination Programme, including the safe storage, handling, transportation, and administration of vaccines in accordance with national and local guidance. - Act as a visible and approachable Occupational Health presence across Trust sites, providing advice, guidance, and support to colleagues and managers. - Contribute to proactive wellbeing strategies that focus on prevention, early intervention, health promotion, and positive vaccination uptake. - Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records in accordance with professional standards, information governance requirements, and Trust policies. - Promote a positive experience for colleagues accessing Occupational Health and Wellbeing services, ensuring care is delivered with professionalism, compassion, and respect. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Experience of working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team - Experience of delivering care in line with policies, procedures, and protocols **Desirable** - Previous experience within Occupational Health - Experience of immunisations and vaccinations - Experience supporting health and wellbeing initiatives ### Education & Qualifications **Essential** - 1st level Registered Nurse **Desirable** - immunisation and vaccination training - Evidence of training in health promotion or wellbeing interventions ### Skills, Ability and Knowledge **Essential** - Able to carry out Immunisations and Vaccinations - Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively - Good communication skills, both verbal and written - Ability to assess health needs and provide appropriate advice and support - Compliant in BLS and anaphylaxis training **Desirable** - Knowledge of Occupational Health principles and practice - Awareness of SEQOHS standards ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 324.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10460631) - [people strategy (pdf, 109.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2942) - [lgbt network leaflet (pdf, 226.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1741) - [person specification (pdf, 155.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10460632) - [access to work information sheet (pdf, 172.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2427) - [furness general hospital accessibility plan (pdf, 174.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1024) - [royal lancaster infirmary accessibility plan 2017 (pdf, 170.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1025) - [westmorland general hospital hospital accessibility plan (docx, 112.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1026) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.