Public Health Nurse

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 

Employees of Public Health are expected to provide high quality programs and services including but not limited to sexual health, harm reduction and immunization clinic services by demonstrating respectful, inclusive, non-judgmental values.

Posting ID:3104
Department:Health
Division:Healthy Schools & Communities
Pay Range:$45.41 - $55.93 per hour (ONA Health)
Vacancies:4

Job Type:Contract < 1 Year & Contract > 1 year
Contract Duration:  

1. Three (3) temporary positions working up to 18 months, or until return of incumbent.
2. One (1) temporary position working up to December 31, 2024. 

Hours of Work:35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Health Department)
Employee Group:ONA HEALTH
Posting Date: April 29, 2024
Application Deadline:May 7, 2024

Applicants within the bargaining unit will receive first consideration. 

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Vaccination Services, within the Immunization Services Division, the Public Health Nurse will be part of a team responsible for the delivery of immunization clinics, and other activities to support administration of publicly funded vaccines (including COVID-19 vaccine). The Public Health Nurse will also provide support for the Immunization Services intake line and activities related to enforcement of the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Works in a specialized program to provide clinical assessment, counseling, health education, and administration of publicly funded vaccines to various age groups.
• Plans, organizes, and operationalizes immunization service delivery in school and community-based clinics.
• Delivers clinical services in a way that ensures quality and safety for clients, staff, and stakeholders (includes adherence to program policies, procedures, and protocols).
• Responds to adverse events following immunization and provides appropriate nursing assessment and interventions.
• Supports and participates in the set-up of immunization clinics and management of safe clinic flow.
• Utilizes an electronic databases and applications (Panorama, m-IMMS, COVaxON, Siebel) as part of vaccine record assessment, to record vaccine administration, and to document the provision of immunization services (providing health education, consultation, and response to stakeholders).
• Plans and delivers programming and activities related to enforcement of the ISPA. 
• Develops, reviews, and implements program-level policies, procedures, medical directives, and job aides.
• Participates in project and program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Develops, reviews, and implements immunization-related educational initiatives and resources for physicians, school boards, other organizations, and the community at large.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with community stakeholders to raise awareness about the importance of immunization.
• Uses standards of promoting health, building individual/community capacity, building relationships, facilitating access and equity, and professional responsibility and accountability.
• Models and upholds professional practice standards and best practices for Registered Nurses in Ontario.
• Provides education, support, and excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders regarding appropriate vaccine storage and handling and cold chain maintenance.
• Assists with the collection and reporting of program statistics and data.
• Participates in activities related to the management of emergencies of public health importance including, but not limited to the management of outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing and current General Class Registration, in good standing, from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Recent experience in the delivery of clinical services, including community and school-based immunization campaigns and programs.
• Recent experience in providing health education about, and administration of, school-based vaccines (Hep B, HPV, and Meningococcal vaccines), ISPA-required vaccines, or COVID-19 vaccines, as well as extensive experience in reviewing/assessing immunization records in Panorama, COVaxON.
• Knowledge of the current Ontario Publicly Funded Immunization Schedule.
• Knowledge and demonstrated skill in the areas of clinical practice, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Broad knowledge and experience in health promotion strategies, project management, evaluation, healthy public policy, and community development in a public health or community health setting.
• Ability to build stakeholder relationships and provide consultation specific to vaccination services.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and strong computer skills.
• Strong customer service and de-escalation skills.
• Current CPR certification.

Preferred

• Recent experience in counseling, educating, program planning, and project management.
• Thorough knowledge related to the provision of immunization services in various settings including schools and the community.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and other databases and software. 

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Flexibility to work outside of core business hours including evenings, weekends and holidays is required.
• Travel will be required, incumbent must provide their own transportation. 
• The incumbent is encouraged to provide a current complete record of immunization according to the Ontario provincial immunization schedule.

Employment Conditions

• The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening by the first day of employment. 

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
• Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at .   
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly. 

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.