PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 28, 2026
1 position

$48.15–$52.66 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time, Temporary
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Nov 11, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 35 hours per week

Job summary

The public health nurse will deliver health services, conduct assessments, and provide interventions to families, schools, and communities in the French language. They will also collaborate with community partners, maintain service records, and participate in the development of health promotion programs.

Job details

Job ID: 60235Job Category: Health ServicesDivision & Section: Public Health, Community Health & Wellbeing Work Location: 850 Coxwell Avenue, East York, OntarioJob Type & Duration: Full-time, 1 Temporary vacancy: approximately 18 monthsHourly Rate and Wage Grade: $48.15- $52.66Shift Information: On-Site Only; Monday to Friday, 35 hours a week, 7 hours per dayAffiliation: L79 full-timeNumber of Positions Open: 1Posting Period: 28-Oct-2026 to 10-Nov-2026Major Responsibilities:Reporting to a manager within Community Health and Well-being, the public health nurse (PHN) will deliver appropriate services in the French language to Toronto families, schools and communities in their assigned program area. Provides public health nursing service for individuals, families, groups, schools and the community according to the program specific policies and procedures and program and operational plans of TPH, the Community Health Nursing Standards of Practice and the standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario Conducts relevant screening and health/service assessment at theindividual/family/school/community level and develops appropriate plans to meet those needs, using a consultative approach Assesses and makes referrals to other TPH Services, health professionals / agencies and directs clients to community resources. Liaises with program areas and area office staff to ensure communication of relevant information and issues Delivers appropriate interventions from a health promotion and behaviour change perspective, based on the health needs assessment conducted for the individual/family/school/community Maintains service delivery records and other necessary documentation according to the policies and procedures of TPH as well as the Standards of Practice set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario Collaborates and consults with community groups, coalitions and agencies such as schools, community centres, or workplaces and EarlyON Child and Family Centres to assess health needs, and in partnership with the community group or agency plans/delivers and assists in evaluation of TPH programs and services Facilitates community partnerships, and liaises with other professionals, including other TPH program staff, school /community agency staff and City of Toronto staff to identify health needs and participates in the development of community partnerships and action plans to meet those needs Represents TPH on assigned community networks and committees Mentors and provides training, guidance and support internally to staff and externally to school staff/parents, students and peers Prepares, submits and presents activity reports, data and other reports, e.g., such as documentation, time and activity data collection. Contributes to reports needed for external funding sources for managerial approval Presents and participates in professional conferences and workshops. Makes presentations to other health professionals/colleagues Participates in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, operational plans, work plans and updated resources pertinent to the assigned program area Participates in the planning, development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programs, resources, and special projects as assigned, either independently or with a project team in the community Participates in the co-ordination of projects as determined by program specific operational plans Key Qualifications:Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to: A Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a recognized university and a valid license from the College of Nurses of Ontario. Experience in public health nursing or community nursing and in providing health promotion services to individuals, families, schools, groups and/or communities. Experience in working with priority populations and ability to create safe and inclusive environments when working with diverse populations. Written and verbal fluency in French at a professional level. You must also have: Knowledge of population health approaches, client engagement principles and health promotion theory. Excellent bilingual oral and written communication skills and ability to review and translate program materials. Excellent assessment, consultation, counselling skills and group facilitation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain good public relations. Ability to work using anti-oppressive practices and harm reduction approaches. Ability to provide services appropriate to clients and communities with diverse cultures, health beliefs and practices. Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams/groups and in community partnerships/networks. Ability to work flexible hours - overtime, shift work including evenings and weekends may be required. Ability to travel to and between multiple locations across Toronto, to schools, community sites and individual family homes within reasonable timeframes;including the secure transport of work-related materials (e.g., vaccines, medical supplies). Access to a vehicle and G-class license are an asset. NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity. AccommodationThe City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Baccalaureate degree in nursing and a valid license from the College of Nurses of Ontario. Professional fluency in both written and verbal French is required, along with experience in public health or community nursing.