Public Health Nurse

Csod; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakelands Public Health in Lindsay is seeking an experienced Public Health Nurse to join the Vaccine Preventable Diseases team. You will implement OPHS 2021 standards and related protocols in school, child care and community settings.

The role requires independent work within a multidisciplinary team, travel as needed, and ongoing competency in immunization. Must hold University degree in Nursing and current College of Nurses of Ontario registration.

Qualifications

• Education requirements per Regulation 566 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
• Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Proficiency in knowledge, skills and attitudes required for public health nursing.
• Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Current CPR and First Aid or willingness to be certified.

Responsibilities

• Implement OPHS 2021 standards and related protocols for immunization and school health.
• Maintain regular records and reports reflecting program implementation.
• Work independently within a multidisciplinary team and travel as needed.
• Provide consultation on infection prevention and control programs.

Education

University degree in Nursing

Job description

We are searching for an experienced Public Health Nurse at our Lindsay office at Lakelands Public Health.

Position Title: Public Health Nurse
Position Category: Temporary - Full-Time (Up to February 2027)
Department: Clinical Services
Reports to: Manager, Clinical Services
Union: ONA
Wage: Hourly Wage 47.41 - 52.06
Vacancy Type: Existing
Home Office: Lindsay

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Duties

As a member of the Vaccine Preventable Diseases department (VPD) of the Clinical Services Division, the VPD Nurse is accountable to Clinical Services Management for the implementation of the assigned Requirements of the Infectious and Communicable Diseases Prevention & Control Program Standard, Immunization Standard, and/or School Health Standard of the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) 2021 and related protocols and guidelines including but not limited to the:
Infection Prevention and Control Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Complaint Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Disclosure Protocol
Infectious Diseases Protocol
Institutional/Facility Outbreak Management Protocol
Sexual Health and Sexually Transmitted/Bloodborne Infections Prevention and Control Protocol
Tuberculosis Prevention and Control Protocol
Vaccine Storage and Handling Protocol
Immunization for Children in School and Child Care Settings Protocol
Substance Use Prevention and Harm Reduction Guideline
Ontario Public Health Standards and Protocols and other duties as assigned by CDPC Management.
All Registered Nurses employed by Lakelands Public Health (LPH) are required to maintain competency in immunization and participate in clinics as required.
The VPD Nurse is expected to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to apply, adapt, choose and/or recommend changes to established methods, procedures or policies and/or to develop new procedures for approval to complete assigned work. The VPD Nurse will seek direction when solutions to problems are not apparent and/or are not within the intent of established practices including scope of practice.
The position involves travel and variations of the working day.

Responsibilities

Administration and Human Resources

• Maintains knowledge of and complies with Health Unit and divisional policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
• Maintains knowledge of and complies with the current collective agreement with the local bargaining unit of ONA.
• Participates in performance management.
• Advises Director/Manager of issues, requirements, and accomplishments.
• Generates regular, timely, complete and accurate records and reports to adequately reflect the implementation of the assigned program areas, and reports as required by Clinical Services Management and/or the MOH.
• In consultation with Clinical Services members and Management, may assist in the planning, preceptorship and evaluation of appropriate field placements for students in the health sciences/studies/promotion or nursing fields.
• Works in accordance with the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace.
• Consults with the Chief Nursing Officer on matters related to professional practice.

Professional

• Provides information and advice to Clinical Services Management, Health Unit staff, community partners and the public regarding assigned program areas.
• Maintains competency by attending appropriate continuing education workshops, conferences and seminars, through private study and/or participation in networks as approved by Clinical Services Management, and in accordance with Regulated Health Professionals Legislation.
• Maintains effective working relationships with Health Unit staff, and personnel of other community agencies and volunteers.
• Liaises with Ministry Consultants, elected and appointed Officials, other health units, provincial organizations, and other agencies in consultation with Clinical Services Management and/or the MOH.
• Represents the Health Unit, division and/or assigned program areas on committees, boards and task forces as appropriate and as approved by Clinical Services Management.
• Acts as a resource person for the Health Unit and community in planning Infection Prevention and Control programs, activities and resources.
• Provides consultation for the development of surveillance systems for generating baseline infection rates to detect outbreaks.
• Provides consultation to daycares, schools, private businesses, industry, and Health Unit divisions on the development of policies and procedures concerning infection prevention and control.

Financial

• May recommend to Clinical Services members and Management the purchase of equipment, supplies and materials necessary for the assigned programs.
• In consultation with Clinical Services Management, may prepare budget for assigned projects, obtaining community partner input (and approval, if necessary) as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications and Position Requirements

Education
Requirements for employment as a Public Health Nurse as per Regulation 566 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act
University degree in Nursing

Experience

Nurses in the following assignments: Infectious Disease Prevention and Control, Sexual Health Services, Vaccine Preventable Diseases and/or Harm Reduction Services:
Community/public health and/or health promotion experience is an asset

Other

• Proof of current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
• Proficiency in the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for the role of Public Health, Front Line Provider as defined by the Core Competencies for Public Health in Canada
• Working knowledge of the OPHS
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Proof of immunizations required LPH
• Satisfactory completion of probationary period (3 months ONA)
• Current CPR and First Aid (HCP level) or willingness to be certified at this level within two months of hire
• Clinical Services Nurses in the following assignments: Vaccine Preventable Diseases Nurse
  Successful completion of Infection Control Certification is an asset

Lakelands Public Health is committed to meeting the needsofpersons with disabilities under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) Standards. Accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process at the request of the applicant.

Please note that only applicants to be given furtherconsideration will be contacted for an interview.

Applications to be received no later than: October 14, 2026