Public Health Nurse

Status Casual/On-call Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months Type of Position an Addition to Staff Start Date Immediate Salary Per hour Salary Grade $47.79 - $56.02 Department York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Public Health -> Healthy Living Location Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA
PH - 50 High Tech Road, - Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4N7 CA (Primary)
Job Description (E)

Program Area: Sexual Health Clinics

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Supervisor, Sexual Health Clinics, this position is responsible for working with a high degree of autonomy to prevent illness, promote and protect the health of individuals, families and the community throughout the life span, within the parameters outlined by the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Long-Term Care, Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, Health Protection and Promotion Act (HPPA), Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) and Protocols and other relevant legislation; providing sexual health clinic services; developing, implementing and evaluating health promotion strategies, both individually and in collaboration with community stakeholders; and working with a variety of individuals and groups in the community.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Provides health promotion and protection activities, including assessment, early detection and intervention, clinical services, educational strategies, disease surveillance and investigation, consultation and counselling, and harm reduction strategies, in order to enhance the well-being and prevent the occurrence of illness of individuals, families and communities or to return them to optimal health.
• Provides services and programs in a variety of settings including homes, workplaces, schools, childcare settings, organizations, institutional settings and clinics.
• Provides leadership in promoting community activation strategies in order to increase the community's knowledge of and ability to influence determinants of health.
• Participates in the development of public policy and social marketing strategies to advocate for and promote healthier communities.
• Collaborates with community partners in the development and delivery of health promotion and protection activities.
• Plans, implements and evaluates health promotion programs, services and strategies based on needs assessments and in compliance with legislative requirements.
• Utilizes evidence-informed research and best practices to guide program development, delivery and practice.
• Practices within the scope of the College of Nurses of Ontario, Professional Standards of Practice.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate.
• Performs other duties, as assigned, in accordance with Department, Branch and Divisional objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a Baccalaureate University Degree in nursing, including public health.
• Current Certificate of Registration as a Registered Nurse from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Basic Life Support (CPR BLS) with certification having been completed within the last 12 months.
• Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication, innovation, teamwork and collaboration, and personal ownership.
• Ability to work with a variety of clients through individual interactions, by telephone, within groups and in the clinic setting to conduct assessments, health teaching and provide sexual health clinic and health promotion services.

Council Approval Date Scheduled Weekly Hours varied, as required Scheduled Shifts Operational Hours Close Date # of Hires Needed 2 Union ONA Local 16

Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above.

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