2025-38 Public Health Nurse

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health organization in Sioux Lookout is seeking a Public Health Nurse to support health programs aimed at protecting and promoting health within the community. Ideal candidates will have a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, and possess strong teamwork skills. Benefits include health and dental coverage, a pension plan, and generous vacation time.

Benefits

Health and Dental benefits

Life insurance

Employee and Family Assistance Program

OMERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Starting 4 weeks vacation

13 paid Statutory Holidays

Personal and family sick leave coverage

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing.
• Ability to collaborate with community partners on Public Health programs.
• International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support various Public Health programs.
• Implement and evaluate Public Health initiatives.
• Collaborate with community members and partners.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of health education principles

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Tools

Current CPR certification

Job description

The successful candidate will support various Public Health programs that protect and promote health. As a local and regional team member contributing to the successful implementation of NWHU’s strategic plan. The Public Health Nurse works within a team(s) to provide services and collaborate with community members and within community partners for planning, implementing, and evaluating Public Health programs.

Benefits

• Health and Dental benefits
• Life insurance, LTD coverage
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• OMERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Starting 4 weeks vacation per year
• 13 paid Statutory Holidays per year
• Personal and family sick leave coverage
• CCPN eligible position

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing, or eligible to register within the Province
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, BScN
• Current cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation certification
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, principles of adult and child education, social determinants of health, and population health promotion an asset
• International Board‑Certified Lactation Consultant would be an asset
• Travel required with position

Salary:$40.18 – $56.79 per hour, in accordance with the Ontario Nurses’ Association Contract (ONA).

Applications only accepted at: [e-mail]

Applicants must reference posting #2025-38

Applicants who do not receive an auto generated receipt response should contact Human Resources at 807-468-3147 Ext: 301359