Top Benefits
About the role
Looking for consistent scheduling and access to our robust benefits package? A permanent role may be right for you!
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our Immunization team in Penticton, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
The Public Health Immunization Nurse provides predetermined immunization(s) to children and adults in various community settings. Community settings can include schools, non-health unit locations and/or designated on-site clinics. Targeted immunization programs are defined as immunization clinics set up for the purpose of delivering a specific predetermined immunization(s) to a defined group of people.
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
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Employee & Family Assistance Program
-
Employer paid training/education opportunities
-
Generous Vacation Entitlement
-
Employer Paid Health Benefits
-
Municipal Pension Plan
-
Shift Premiums
-
Competitive wages
About the Job
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Assesses client’s eligibility for publicly funded vaccine, screens for contraindications to vaccine and obtains informed consent as per established policies and procedures
-
Administers the required vaccine in accordance with established guidelines
-
Counsels clients with regard to ‘after care” and possible adverse events
-
Completes required documentation including data collection
-
Observes for and assists PHN Coordinator in the management of fainting, anaphylaxis or other immediate reactions
-
Maintains vaccine cold chain and appropriate disposal of sharps
-
Assists with set up and dismantling of clinic
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
Shifts of work will be rotating days from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.
Travel is a requirement for this position and transportation arrangements must meet the Employer’s needs. You are required to hold a valid BC Driver’s License and may be required to drive a personal car on mileage and/or be assigned a fleet vehicle as a condition of employment.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers as well as one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
- Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and some related experience with immunization and community settings.
- Current valid B.C. Driver’s License
Top Benefits
About the role
Looking for consistent scheduling and access to our robust benefits package? A permanent role may be right for you!
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our Immunization team in Penticton, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
The Public Health Immunization Nurse provides predetermined immunization(s) to children and adults in various community settings. Community settings can include schools, non-health unit locations and/or designated on-site clinics. Targeted immunization programs are defined as immunization clinics set up for the purpose of delivering a specific predetermined immunization(s) to a defined group of people.
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
-
Employee & Family Assistance Program
-
Employer paid training/education opportunities
-
Generous Vacation Entitlement
-
Employer Paid Health Benefits
-
Municipal Pension Plan
-
Shift Premiums
-
Competitive wages
About the Job
-
Assesses client’s eligibility for publicly funded vaccine, screens for contraindications to vaccine and obtains informed consent as per established policies and procedures
-
Administers the required vaccine in accordance with established guidelines
-
Counsels clients with regard to ‘after care” and possible adverse events
-
Completes required documentation including data collection
-
Observes for and assists PHN Coordinator in the management of fainting, anaphylaxis or other immediate reactions
-
Maintains vaccine cold chain and appropriate disposal of sharps
-
Assists with set up and dismantling of clinic
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
Shifts of work will be rotating days from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.
Travel is a requirement for this position and transportation arrangements must meet the Employer’s needs. You are required to hold a valid BC Driver’s License and may be required to drive a personal car on mileage and/or be assigned a fleet vehicle as a condition of employment.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers as well as one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
- Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and some related experience with immunization and community settings.
- Current valid B.C. Driver’s License