Occupational Health Department
Occupational health and safety is a cross disciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety, health and welfare of people engaged in work or employment in Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital.
Summary of Services Provided
- Pre-employment medicals
- MRSA screening and follow up in liaison with infection control
- Workplace risk assessment in liaison with General Services and Occupational Therapy
- Pregnancy risk assessment
- Personal protective equipment training
- Flu and Hepatitis B vaccination and record keeping
- We also work closely with Nursing Administration and Human Resources following workplace injuries and needlestick injuries.
All services are confidential.
Hours of Service
Dr. Siobhan Forman, Medical Specialist Registrar: Monday – Friday: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Ms Jane O’Hora, Occupational Health Nurse: Tuesday and Thursday: 9.30am – 2.00pm
Contact Information
Ms Jane O’Hora
Occupational Health Nurse
Phone: +353 (1) 8140 453
Email: jane [dot] ohora [at] cappagh [dot] ie
Mission Statement
We are inspired by the love of Catherine McAuley and the Sisters of Mercy.
We strive to Care for all patients with excellence, Cherish the uniqueness of each person and Treat them with compassion, love and integrity.
We are constantly challenged to meet the needs of our times in all aspects of care, through ongoing education and research.
