Public Health Nurse #26-196

(up to April 30, 2027 with a possibility of extension)

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Position summary:

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Public Health Nurse will work specifically within all aspects of the Vaccine Preventable Diseases Program, organizing and administering immunizations at schools, office clinics, and within the community, supporting cold chain maintenance, ISPA legislation, and Panorama immunization data entry.

Responsibilities:

• Provides vaccines in schools, office clinics, and community settings following public health standards.
• Monitors and manages vaccine storage and handling to maintain potency and comply with protocols.
• Accurately enters and updates immunization records in Panorama and maintain confidentiality.
• Provides clear, respectful education and guidance to clients, families, and community partners.
• Addresses issues related to vaccine delivery, documentation, and client concerns promptly.
• Works closely with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to achieve program goals.
• Responds to emerging public health priorities and adjusts clinic operations as required.
• Ensures compliance with documentation standards and program protocols.
• Uses clinical skills to assess the client’s health status to enable joint planning, implementation, and evaluation of appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provides nursing care and counselling on health-related issues.
• Supports the essential duties of other public health nurses in their absence.
• Maintains documentation records according to the standards of the College of Nurses and provides reports.
• In consultation with the manager, works with fellow team members on policy advocacy within the framework of an approved agency plan.

Requirements:

• Recognized Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Bachelor of Nursing Degree.
• Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR level C certification.
• Minimum 3 years public health experience preferred.
• Minimum of one year full-time equivalent experience (within the last three years) in the area of vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Minimum of one year full-time equivalent experience in the area of medication administration (within the last three years) or successful completion of a Medication Administration refresher course (within the last two years).
• Proficiency in administering injections as authorized under the Controlled Acts (Nursing Act 1991).
• Knowledge of the publicly funded vaccine schedule.
• Competency to work under the authority of medical directives.
• Proficiency in clinical assessment.
• Skills relating to public and media relations.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Non-judgmental and client-centered approach to service planning and delivery.
• Ability to work under pressure, to anticipate potential problems/conflicts, and take appropriate actions.
• Demonstrates computer proficiency.
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is required.
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in French is required.
• Satisfactory criminal reference check (vulnerable sector) is a condition of employment.
• Maintains current Ontario driver’s license and has access to a reliable vehicle with agency required insurance.
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

Application deadline

The posting will remain open until September 25, 2026, 4:30 p.m.