Philile Mkhize
Senior Specialist Occupational Health And Wellness
Bellair
Summary
Senior specialist occupational health and wellness focused on medical surveillance programme, health education, workplace wellness support and primary health care in a busy hospital setting. Brings practical strength in HIV and AIDS care, injury-on-duty response, health risk assessments, report writing, policy review, and multidisciplinary coordination to help maintain safe service delivery and stronger quality controls.
Overview
2
2
Languages
7
7
Certifications
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner
Life Healthcare and Workforce Healthcare
- Delivered occupational health assessments and documented findings in line with workplace requirements.
- Provided health education to employees on injury prevention, wellness practices, and follow-up care.
- Coordinated workplace hazard reporting and escalated concerns for timely review and action.
- Supported injury on duty management by collecting case details and arranging appropriate occupational health follow-up.
- Assisted with vaccination program management by organizing employee participation and maintaining supporting documentation.
- Performed audiometry screening and spirometry testing within occupational health monitoring programs.
- Maintained employee health records and organized confidential documentation for ongoing occupational reviews.
- Collaborated with supervisors and employees to support safe work practices and follow-up care plans.
- Contributed to policy development by updating occupational health procedures and supporting implementation efforts.
- Supported quality improvement planning by reviewing service processes and identifying documentation gaps.
- Used Microsoft Office tools to prepare reports, update records, and organize routine occupational health workflows.
- Offered primary health care support for minor concerns and directed employees to appropriate follow-up when needed.
Occupational Health Nurse
King Edward VIII Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Delivered occupational health consultations and documented findings in accordance with hospital procedures.
- Conducted workplace hazard reporting and escalated concerns to appropriate supervisors for follow-up action.
- Administered employee health education sessions on prevention, hygiene, and early symptom reporting.
- Maintained injury on duty records and supported case follow-up through timely documentation and communication.
- Coordinated vaccination clinics and tracked employee immunization follow-up with nursing staff.
- Performed audiometry screening and spirometry testing as part of routine occupational surveillance.
- Recorded occupational exposure details and kept employee health files organized for review.
- Provided primary health care support for minor illnesses and routine employee concerns.
- Assisted with employee assistance referrals and maintained confidentiality during sensitive discussions.
- Updated occupational health policies and shared changes with staff during routine briefings.
- Used Microsoft Office to prepare reports, letters, and tracking documents for department use.
- Worked with supervisors and clinic staff to coordinate employee follow-up appointments and referrals.
- Contributed to quality improvement planning by reviewing recurring occupational health process issues.
Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner
Life Healthcare
03.2016 - 07.2018
- Conducted employee health assessments and reviewed findings to guide appropriate occupational health actions.
- Documented injury on duty cases and maintained clear records for ongoing follow-up and reporting.
- Delivered health education sessions on workplace risks, wellness practices, and preventive care.
- Coordinated return-to-work cases by liaising with employees, supervisors, and treating providers.
- Maintained occupational exposure records and updated confidential files according to workplace requirements.
- Supported medical surveillance activities, including scheduling, follow-up, and results review.
- Reviewed workplace hazards and escalated concerns through established reporting channels.
- Assisted with vaccination program coordination, including record updates and employee communication.
Professional Nurse
Department of Health
01.2010 - 02.2016
- Provided primary health care support for employees presenting with minor injuries and illness during clinic visits.
- Conducted health risk assessments and referred employees for appropriate follow-up care when concerns arose.
- Maintained occupational health records and updated employee files in line with documentation requirements.
- Delivered health education sessions on injury prevention, hygiene practices, and safe return to work.
- Coordinated vaccination activities and tracked employee participation through routine clinic scheduling.
- Supported return to work planning by reviewing restrictions and communicating care recommendations to supervisors.
- Assisted with occupational exposure monitoring and escalated concerns according to health protocols.
- Used Microsoft Office to prepare nursing reports, schedules, and patient tracking documents.
- Performed audiometry screening and spirometry testing within occupational health service workflows.
- Participated in incident investigations by gathering employee statements and compiling supporting notes.
- Coordinated employee assistance referrals and followed up on attendance where required.
- Contributed to policy development by reviewing occupational health procedures and recommending practical updates.
- Supported quality improvement planning by identifying recurring issues in clinic processes and documentation flow.
- Communicated with supervisors and safety staff to relay health findings and workplace concerns.
Occupational Health Nurse
McCord Provincial Eye Hospital
09.2020
- Completed [number] monthly wellness checks to track employee health trends and identify follow-up needs.
- Delivered primary health care for minor ailments and medical emergencies, while providing practical health education to staff.
- Handled injuries on duty and occupational illnesses, coordinated return-to-work follow-up, and documented occupational health records accurately.
- Liaised with stakeholders on workplace hazards, participated in facility committees and audits, and supported policy reviews and quality improvement planning.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Occupational Health - Nursing Science
Durban University of Technology
01.2015 - 11.2016
Diploma in Nursing (General, Community & Psychiatry) And Midwifery - Nursing Science
KwaZulu Natal College of Nursing (Addington Campus)
01.2006 - 12.2009
National Diploma in Human Resources Management - Management Science
Durban University of Technology
01.2000 - 12.2002
Matric Certificate - undefined
Phambili High School
12-1999
Skills
Microsoft Office
Occupational health documentation
Medical surveillance
Health education
Primary health care
Return to work coordination
Occupational health assessments
Health risk assessment
Workplace hazard reporting
Injury on duty management
Incident investigation
Policy development
Quality improvement planning
Stakeholder liaison
Vaccination program management
Audiometry screening
Spirometry testing
Health promotion programs
Employee assistance program coordination
Occupational exposure recordkeeping
Occupational health legislation
Certification
Dispensing certificate
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 10
- ID Type: Identity Number
- ID Number: 8206040726080
Timeline
Occupational Health Nurse
McCord Provincial Eye Hospital
09.2020
Occupational Health Nurse
King Edward VIII Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2020
Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner
Life Healthcare
03.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Occupational Health - Nursing Science
Durban University of Technology
01.2015 - 11.2016
Professional Nurse
Department of Health
01.2010 - 02.2016
Diploma in Nursing (General, Community & Psychiatry) And Midwifery - Nursing Science
KwaZulu Natal College of Nursing (Addington Campus)
01.2006 - 12.2009
National Diploma in Human Resources Management - Management Science
Durban University of Technology
01.2000 - 12.2002
Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner
Life Healthcare and Workforce Healthcare
Matric Certificate - undefined
Phambili High School