Public Health Nurse - Temporary Full Time
St. Thomas, ON, Canada20h ago
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- Location
- St. Thomas, ON, Canada
- Work style
- Onsite
- Job type
- Temporary
- Function
- Healthcare
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 20h ago
Skills
harm reduction
About the role
Working within a multi-disciplinary environment, the Public Health Nurse assesses the need for, plans, organizes, develops, delivers, and evaluates health promotion and protection programs and services to enhance the health of the community. Within provincially mandated public health program standards, Health Unit policies and procedures and College of Nurses standards, the Public Health Nurse works independently as well as collaboratively with internal colleagues and external partners to deliver services to individuals, families, groups, communities and stakeholders for The City of St. Thomas, Elgin and Oxford County.
Qualifications:EDUCATION
At a minimum, successful completion of a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree as recognized in the province of Ontario.
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and eligible to practice in the Province of Ontario.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Knowledge of public health sciences and familiarity with legislation governing public health practices, including, but not limited to the Health Protection and Promotion Act, Immunization of School Pupils Act, Smoke Free Ontario Act.
Understanding of social determinants of health (SDOH) and their impact on individual and community health.
Understanding of public health concepts which include population health, epidemiology, health promotion strategies, client-centered care, community engagement, disease and injury prevention, health protection and harm reduction.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with others.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain credibility with client and community partners.
Demonstrated commitment to professionalism and a high level of integrity.
Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with others.
Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including group presentation skills.
Excellent organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
Ability to adapt effectively to changes in workload, policies, procedures and practices of the Health Unit and its governing bodies.
Excellent computer and keyboarding skills as they pertain to documentation systems required for this position.
Ability to apply best practice nursing skills including clinical skills in delivery of programs and services.
Ability to develop and deliver effective public health messages, information, programs and services.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team of public health professionals.
Demonstrated commitment to a safe and healthy work environment for both employees and clients.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable access to an insured working vehicle.
Compliance with all SWPH’s administrative and relevant program related policies and applicable provincial legislation.
Qualifications:EDUCATION
At a minimum, successful completion of a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree as recognized in the province of Ontario.
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and eligible to practice in the Province of Ontario.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Knowledge of public health sciences and familiarity with legislation governing public health practices, including, but not limited to the Health Protection and Promotion Act, Immunization of School Pupils Act, Smoke Free Ontario Act.
Understanding of social determinants of health (SDOH) and their impact on individual and community health.
Understanding of public health concepts which include population health, epidemiology, health promotion strategies, client-centered care, community engagement, disease and injury prevention, health protection and harm reduction.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with others.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain credibility with client and community partners.
Demonstrated commitment to professionalism and a high level of integrity.
Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with others.
Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including group presentation skills.
Excellent organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
Ability to adapt effectively to changes in workload, policies, procedures and practices of the Health Unit and its governing bodies.
Excellent computer and keyboarding skills as they pertain to documentation systems required for this position.
Ability to apply best practice nursing skills including clinical skills in delivery of programs and services.
Ability to develop and deliver effective public health messages, information, programs and services.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team of public health professionals.
Demonstrated commitment to a safe and healthy work environment for both employees and clients.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable access to an insured working vehicle.
Compliance with all SWPH’s administrative and relevant program related policies and applicable provincial legislation.