Population Health Program Specialist

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health authority as a Population Health Program Specialist, where your expertise in immunizations and public health nursing will make a significant impact. In this dynamic role, you will provide clinical guidance, develop innovative health programs, and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance community health outcomes. With opportunities for career growth and a commitment to employee support, this position offers a fulfilling career path in one of Canada's most beautiful regions. Embrace the chance to contribute to meaningful health initiatives and thrive in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Shift Premiums

Employer-Paid Training

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong background in immunizations and public health nursing required.
• Leadership in developing and implementing health programs across various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical consultations related to immunization practices.
• Develop and deliver education and training related to population health programs.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement health initiatives.

Skills

Immunization Expertise

Public Health Nursing

Critical Thinking

Leadership Skills

Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse License

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Data Analysis Software

Health Information Systems

Job description

Kelowna Community Health and Services Centre is hiring a casual Population Health Program Specialist! This position is with the Regional Immunization program. As a clinical expert in immunizations, this position provides clinical consultations related to immunization practice to immunizers, both internal to Internal Health as well as community vaccine providers. A very strong background in immunizations and public health nursing is required.

Shift Type – Days, Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 16:30.

Days off: Sun, Sat, STAT

How will we help you grow?

Join our team as a casual employee, where you’ll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way.

About The Role

The Program Specialist will practice in accordance with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) professional practice and scope of practice standards as well as within a client and family-centered care model.

The Program Specialist uses advanced and comprehensive knowledge and skills, critical thinking, and judgment in the program area to provide leadership through collaboration in the development, implementation, and delivery of Population Health Services programs across Interior Health (IH).

The Program Specialist applies nursing theory, knowledge transfer through evidence-informed best practice, and leadership concepts in providing clinical guidance, education, and resource support to front-line healthcare providers, Medical Health Officers, and a range of health, social services, education personnel, and organizations.

The Program Specialist engages and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement programs, guidelines, and protocols, monitor for best practices, participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives (e.g., Healthy Start and Healthy Schools), and ensure a timely response to emerging situations (e.g., immunization response to communicable disease outbreaks).

What you will be doing?

• Promotes the attainment of the Population Health Strategic Plan goals including but not limited to:
• Leads and/or participates in creation and ongoing review and revision of consistent practice guidelines, including consultation with appropriate stakeholders;
• Works collaboratively with epidemiologists/surveillance staff to use surveillance data for action;
• Participates in cross-program initiatives within the Population Health portfolio;
• Identifies, develops, and disseminates resource materials to support program delivery.
• Supports the delivery of Population Health programs for clients and populations according to established standards and competencies including but not limited to:
• Providing expertise and leadership in program projects, clinical situation reviews, responses, and initiatives (e.g., providing health promotion resources for use by school staff and Public Health Nurses);
• Uses specialized population and program knowledge to provide clinical guidance and support to frontline healthcare providers, including developing and ensuring the application of practice standards;
• Collaborates with frontline managers, other leaders, and members of organizational and provincial networks to ensure that systems of continuous learning are in place so that staff have the opportunity to remain current in best practices in accordance with applicable standards;
• Coaches to assist frontline staff in resolving challenging clinical situations;
• Supports frontline staff by developing and maintaining program-specific orientation pathways.
• Acts as a change agent for evidence-informed practice by advising stakeholders on emerging nursing and healthcare issues related to the program to support informed decision-making and enhance health outcomes.
• Develops and delivers education and training related to the program area for frontline staff, physicians, other health professionals, social services, teachers, and other school staff, organizations, and the public as required.
• Prepares and/or provides information, evidence, data, and statistics related to program activity, quality assurance, and workload management on a scheduled or as-requested basis.
• Assists in the development of public communications and responds to media inquiries in conjunction with IH Communications and Public Engagement portfolio.
• Initiates and sustains collaborative working relationships with internal departments and programs (e.g., Prevention and Promotion staff, Infection Control, Environmental Public Health) and external partners (e.g., BC Centre for Disease Control, physicians).
• Forms, leads, and/or participates in related working groups, committees, and quality improvement processes at the health authority, provincial, and national levels to meet organizational goals and strategic directives, as required by the Program Manager.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!