Public Health Nurse

Employment Solutions - Sault College; Elliot Lake; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Health Nurse role is a permanent full-time position in Blind River and Elliot Lake, working within public health program teams to deliver Ontario standards.

Responsibilities include home/school visits, immunizations, community health promotion, and collaboration with partners to improve population health. Requires NH nursing credentials and ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a recognized university.
• Current certificate of registration from College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR certificate.

Responsibilities

• Activities may include home visits, school and child care visits, clinical services and community assessments.
• Plan health promotion and prevention initiatives with program teams.
• Collaborate with diverse partners to deliver Ontario Public Health standards.

Skills

Immunization administration

Population health

Health promotion

Community engagement

Program planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario

Current CPR certificate

Post graduate education in public health nursing (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Public Health Nurse

• 1 Permanent Full-Time Public Health Nurse - Blind River
• 1 Permanent Full-Time Public Health Nurse - Elliot Lake

Blind River and Elliot Lake

Healthcare

Job Description

The Public Health Nurse (PHN) is a member of multiple public health program teams responsible for the delivery of the requirements mandated by the Ontario Public Health Program Standards.

The PHN works in collaboration with internal and external partners to improve the health and well-being of the population (i.e. children, families, youth, and adults) in our communities. The PHN and the teams use knowledge of healthy growth and development, school health, healthy behaviours, community wellness, infectious diseases, evidence informed practice and the assessment of the community to plan health promotion and prevention initiatives. Programs and services will be delivered using relevant guidelines and protocols and the PHN will work in their full scope of practice.

Activities may include home visits, school and child care visits, clinical services, population health approach, community assessment, collaboration and meaningful community engagement.

Vacancies

• 1 Permanent Full-Time Public Health Nurse - Blind River
• 1 Permanent Full-Time Public Health Nurse - Elliot Lake

Required Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a recognized university.
• Current certificate of registration from College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Post graduate education or certificate in public health nursing considered an asset.
• Ability to apply health promotion, disease and injury prevention and health protection strategies.
• Ability to facilitate planned change through the application of the Population Health Model.
• Experience with program planning, development, implementation and evaluation based on health equity and effective public health practice including public policy, community mobilization, health education and skill building.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals, families, groups and communities.
• Ability to effectively work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to administer immunizations and manage any post immunization adverse effects safely, effectively, and efficiently to a high volume of clients in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Proficient at administering intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections to clients of all ages in an empathetic and caring manner.
• Maintain client confidentiality and ensure that all information is collected in accordance with APH policy and privacy legislation.
• Utilize evidence-informed practice.
• Transport, lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 20 lbs.
• Comply with workplace safety policies and procedures including PPE requirements.
• Ability to navigate and promote linkages to community programs and services.
• Ability to build effective relationships with community partners, agencies and/or regional/provincial committees.
• Ability to use reflective practice to continually assess and improve practice.
• Excellent interviewing, counselling and teaching/facilitating skills.
• Ability to work in a self-directed, and highly responsive manner, to establish priorities and balance multiple projects.
• Experience with electronic health records and electronic data systems would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must be reliable and have a good attendance record.
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential. Proficiency in both official languages, as well as knowledge of additional languages relevant to our diverse communities, will be considered an asset.
• As a condition of employment, employees must meet immunization requirements in accordance with the APH Immunization policy.
• Requires a valid "G" Ontario Driver's License and use of a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to travel to various locations throughout Algoma to deliver services.
• Ability to work daytime, evenings and weekends, as required for service delivery.
• A current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) with satisfactory clearance is a condition of employment, at own expense.

Salary

$72,035.60 - $94,003.00

Contract Type

Full Time

Closing Date

December 04, 2026