Occupational Nurse

Occupational health and safety is not only a legal obligation in today's business world but also a corporate responsibility. Employing professional health personnel is crucial to protect employees' health and to respond quickly to potential health issues in the workplace. As Damla Consulting, with over 25 years of experience, we provide workplace nurses to organizations, supporting your occupational safety processes and helping you ensure the health of your employees.

What is a Workplace Nurse?

A workplace nurse is a professional health personnel who works in a company's health unit, monitors employees' health, manages first aid applications, and supports occupational health services. They typically work alongside the workplace physician and are responsible for emergency interventions in their absence.

Identifying potential health risks in the workplace, maintaining health records regularly, and providing health education to employees are also among the duties of a workplace nurse.

Responsibilities and Duties of a Workplace Nurse

Workplace nurses operate in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Law No. 6331. Their main areas of responsibility include:

Conducting periodic health checks in collaboration with the workplace physician
Creating and maintaining health files for employees
Performing daily examinations, blood pressure, and blood sugar measurements
Intervening in cases of injury, fainting, headaches, nausea, etc.
Providing first aid in workplace accidents and ensuring necessary referrals
Monitoring hygiene conditions in the workplace environment
Following up on employees with chronic illnesses
Providing special health support for pregnant or special condition employees
Organizing informative health training and seminars
Contributing to infection prevention and epidemic management practices

Damla Consulting connects your organization with qualified workplace nurses who can successfully fulfill these duties.

Why is a Workplace Nurse Necessary?

Many workplaces prefer to employ a workplace nurse not only due to legal requirements but also because they care about employee health. Here are some reasons for this:

Immediate intervention in emergencies
Monitoring the medical process of workplace accidents
Observing employees with health problems
Increasing employee attendance
Managing isolation and health measures in situations like pandemics
Regular maintenance of workplace health records
Completing legal obligations thoroughly

In short, a workplace nurse protects not only the health of employees but also the integrity and continuity of the organization.

Process of Providing Workplace Nurse with Damla Consulting

Damla Consulting, which offers corporate solutions, provides experienced workplace nurses tailored to your needs as quickly as possible. Our process works as follows:

Needs Analysis
The necessary service profile is determined by evaluating factors such as company size, number of employees, and the risk group of the sector.
Candidate Selection and Preliminary Interview
Suitable candidates are identified from the experienced and referenced workplace nurses in our CV portfolio.
Competency Assessment
Emergency experience, communication skills, health record-keeping habits, and knowledge of regulations are evaluated.
Guidance and Follow-up
The candidate is directed to your organization in a short time. Performance tracking and feedback are obtained throughout the process.
Legal Compliance Consultancy
Guidance is also provided for the necessary legal processes to ensure nurse provision in accordance with occupational health regulations.

In Which Sectors is a Workplace Nurse Needed?

Workplace nurses are needed not only in production facilities but also in many sectors from offices to hospitals, educational institutions to shopping malls. We particularly serve in the following sectors:

Industrial and production facilities
Construction sector and construction sites
Healthcare institutions
Logistics and transportation
Banking and financial institutions
Retail and shopping mall management
Educational institutions
Food production and packaging facilities
Hospitality and tourism businesses

As Damla Consulting, we analyze the specific needs of your sector and provide the most suitable workplace nurse.

Qualifications We Look for in a Workplace Nurse

We consider the following criteria for a workplace nurse who will adapt to your corporate structure:

Graduated from a health vocational high school, nursing college, or related departments
Possesses basic first aid knowledge and certification
Experienced in occupational health and safety
Can communicate effectively with employees
Proficient in health reporting
Values hygiene, confidentiality, and ethical rules
Has a reliable background with references
Flexible to work in shifts when necessary

Each of our carefully selected candidates works with professionalism that can adapt to your corporate culture.

Full-Time, Part-Time, and Temporary Nurse Provision

We provide workplace nurses at different time intervals according to the size of your company and work schedule:

Full-time nurse: Manages all health processes by being present at the workplace throughout the day.
Part-time nurse: Provides services on certain days or hours.
Temporary nurse: Assigned for project-based or annual periodic health screenings.
Remote health consultant: Provides remote support in certain processes and tracks records digitally.

We can plan together for the most suitable model according to your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a workplace nurse a legal obligation?
Yes. According to the Occupational Health and Safety Law No. 6331, it is mandatory to employ a workplace physician and nurse in workplaces exceeding a certain number of employees. The duration and scope may vary depending on the risk group.

Are the nurses you provide experienced?
Absolutely. We direct nurses who have references, emergency intervention experience, strong communication skills, and a corporate background.

Do you offer solutions for companies without their own health cabin or infirmary?
Yes. We can provide guidance for mobile health cabin setup and health area arrangement.

Can a workplace nurse work without a workplace physician?
In some cases, yes, but ideally they should work in coordination with the workplace physician. It is possible for health personnel to operate independently in situations required by regulations.

What kind of support do you provide in emergencies?
We respond quickly for emergency referrals. Thanks to our existing portfolio, we also have the capability to direct personnel within the same day.

Your Professional Solution Partner in Occupational Health

Investment in employee health is an investment in the future of your business. A workplace nurse is not only a professional who intervenes in health issues but also ensures the continuity and safety of your workforce. As Damla Consulting, we are honored to offer you tailored solutions in health personnel provision with over 25 years of experience.

If you also care about the health of your employees in your company and want to fulfill your legal obligations thoroughly, contact us. Let us connect you with a qualified and reliable workplace nurse that suits your needs as soon as possible.

The workplace nurse conducts health checks for employees, provides first aid in emergencies, supports occupational health and safety procedures, and informs employees about health issues.

A workplace nurse is needed in many sectors such as healthcare, industry, production, construction, logistics, and corporate office environments. Job descriptions may vary depending on the working environment.

Experience, professional qualification certificates, first aid knowledge, crisis management skills, and communication competence should be evaluated. Additionally, it is important for them to be knowledgeable about occupational health and safety.

They organize periodic health screenings, blood pressure measurements, blood tests, etc. By monitoring employees' health conditions, they make necessary referrals.

Yes, Damla Consulting provides experienced and professional workplace nurses tailored to the needs of companies, contributing to occupational health and safety processes.

They provide first aid interventions, coordinate with emergency services, and manage crisis situations by taking necessary health precautions.

Working hours can be determined as full-time or part-time according to the needs of the company. Shift systems can also be preferred.

They must have a nursing diploma, occupational health and safety certificates, and valid first aid documents. It is mandatory for them to possess the necessary competencies.

Yes, they provide training to employees on occupational health, hygiene, ergonomics, and first aid. They contribute to preventing workplace accidents by raising health awareness.

Yes, a contract should be made that includes working hours, salary, job description, and responsibilities. This ensures that the work is carried out officially and reliably.