Factory Nurse at Golden Oil Industries Limited

Golden Oil Industries Limited was incorporated in Nigeria on 8th September, 1988, and has grown into a household name in Nigeria's edible oil's industry. The company's focus is to provide healthy oil as a cooking medium to its customers. The company is Nigeria's trusted name for supply of refined palm oil, palm kernel oil, olein, soybean Oil, stearin, soybean meal, soy lecithin, and palm kernel de-oiled cake. Our oils are used as healthy cooking medium. Soybean meal and palm kernel de-oiled cake are used in premier poultry / animal feed.

The company's products have been duly certified by the appropriate regulatory agencies Such as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON) and National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA). Golden Oil has modern processing technology and plants, which can be compared to worldwide standards. The company has highly trained seasoned oil experts, who's commitment is to delivering healthy oil to Nigerian consumers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Factory Nurse

Location: Anambra
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The factory nurse is responsible for providing medical care and health support to employees in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• This role involves handling workplace injuries and illnesses, promoting health and safety practices, and ensuring compliance with occupational health regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Health and Safety: Monitor and maintain a safe working environment by conducting regular health and safety assessments. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and recommend improvements.
• Medical Care: Provide first aid and emergency medical treatment for workplace injuries and illnesses. Maintain accurate medical records and report incidents as required.
• Health Education: Educate employees about health, wellness, and safety practices. Conduct workshops or training sessions on topics such as ergonomics, stress management, and hygiene.
• Occupational Health: Conduct pre-employment health screenings and regular health assessments. Manage and monitor work-related health issues such as exposure to hazardous substances.
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed and confidential medical records for all employees. Track and report on health trends and incidents.
• Coordination: Work closely with management and safety officers to develop and implement health and safety policies. Coordinate with external healthcare providers and emergency services when necessary.
• Employee Support: Offer support and counselling to employees dealing with health-related issues. Provide guidance on return-to-work plans and modifications as needed.
• Compliance: Ensure that all medical and health practices comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Stay updated on changes in health and safety laws and regulations.
• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergencies promptly, including managing and coordinating evacuations if needed.

Qualifications

• Education: A Nursing Degree (RN or LPN) and a valid nursing license. Additional certifications in occupational health nursing or first aid may be required or preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role or within a manufacturing environment is advantageous. Experience with occupational health and safety regulations is beneficial.
• Skills: Strong clinical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to handle high-pressure situations, and proficiency in medical record-keeping.
• Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, empathetic, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Working Conditions

• The role may require working in various conditions, including exposure to industrial environments, noise, and potentially hazardous materials.
• The nurse may need to be on-call or work non-standard hours, depending on the factory’s operating schedule.

Application Closing Date
30th August, 2024.