About the role
Division
Clinical Services
About Us
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.
We welcome all applicants! For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Niagara Region, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Niagara Region, Ontarioor email related questions to diversity@niagararegion.ca. To send input on reducing barriers in the current hiring process, please email myhr@niagararegion.ca
For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.
Don’t have every qualification?
You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Public Health Nurse (PHN) works within a multi-disciplinary team to provide services in health promotion, health protection, and disease treatment and prevention for individuals, families, groups and communities, under the direction of the Senior Leadership Team of Niagara Region Public Health and Emergency Services (NRPH & EMS). The PHN combines knowledge from public health, social and nursing sciences to engage in promoting health, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of public health interventions and services. Services are provided virtually and in person through home or office visits, community settings and presentations, agency liaison and collaboration.
The PHN is guided by departmental priorities, the Ontario Public Health Standards, the Canadian Public Health Association competencies, Community Health Nursing standards and the College of Nurses of Ontario standards.
The PHN works according to the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Practice Standards and program specific plans, policies, procedures and guidelines, while adhering to corporate and departmental policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Baccalaureate degree required in Nursing (BScN/BN)
- Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current certificate in CPR(HCP/BLS)
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
- Experience in a community health or public health setting is an asset
- Experience working with client populations as defined under the specific program requirements
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control interventions
SKILLS
- Past accomplishments will demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal and written), group presentation and facilitation skills, counseling skills and the ability to work effectively on a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated knowledge of the social determinants of health and experience working with vulnerable populations
- Demonstrated proficiency in competencies of community health nursing
- Demonstrated ability to participate and contribute to shared health promotion program plans created in multidisciplinary teams
- Skills in vaccine administration
- Computer literacy is required
- Fluency (written and spoken) in French and other languages is considered an asset
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Work flexible hours including weekend, standby (on-call) and/or evening hours
- Vaccinations as outlined in departmental policy
- May be redeployed to nursing work across the Department as required
- Must provide own transportation to be able to travel throughout the Niagara region and must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to the class of vehicle operated
PHN JD Language
Vaccine Preventable Disease Program
- Administers the appropriate immunizations, across the lifespan, through a variety of clinic settings such as school and general immunization clinics across the region.
- Investigates and determines the vaccine status of pre-school, school age children and adults.
- Provides in person and telephone counseling for clients and health care providers.
- Provides educational presentations regarding vaccine preventable diseases to physician offices, community agencies, long term care facilities, and groups upon request.
- Provides consultation, support and resources regarding vaccine preventable diseases, immunizations and policy development to individuals, health professionals, institutions, and long-term care facilities.
- Provides consultation and content for communications and social media channels
- Manages caseload of physician offices, hospitals, pharmacies, long term care facilities and community partners to perform vaccine cold chain monitoring, education, and enforcement of standards
Closing Statement
Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!
Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:
- Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca
- Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
- Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
- In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department
About NIAGARA REGION
Niagara Region is a Regional municipality serving more than 480,000 people who call Niagara home. We provide services essential to your day-to-day life, from clean water, roads and waste collection to public safety, housing and more.
We believe in social, environmental and economic choices that support our diverse community and foster collaboration with our partners in making Niagara a prosperous place for everyone.
As a Regional government, Niagara Region is composed of 32 council members, who represent Niagara's 12 cities, towns and townships. Geographically, our region is as diverse as the municipal services that sustain it. Located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, Niagara encompasses an area of 1,852 km2 and is home to communities rich in both character and history.
About the role
Division
Clinical Services
About Us
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.
We welcome all applicants! For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Niagara Region, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Niagara Region, Ontarioor email related questions to diversity@niagararegion.ca. To send input on reducing barriers in the current hiring process, please email myhr@niagararegion.ca
For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.
Don’t have every qualification?
You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Public Health Nurse (PHN) works within a multi-disciplinary team to provide services in health promotion, health protection, and disease treatment and prevention for individuals, families, groups and communities, under the direction of the Senior Leadership Team of Niagara Region Public Health and Emergency Services (NRPH & EMS). The PHN combines knowledge from public health, social and nursing sciences to engage in promoting health, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of public health interventions and services. Services are provided virtually and in person through home or office visits, community settings and presentations, agency liaison and collaboration.
The PHN is guided by departmental priorities, the Ontario Public Health Standards, the Canadian Public Health Association competencies, Community Health Nursing standards and the College of Nurses of Ontario standards.
The PHN works according to the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Practice Standards and program specific plans, policies, procedures and guidelines, while adhering to corporate and departmental policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Baccalaureate degree required in Nursing (BScN/BN)
- Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current certificate in CPR(HCP/BLS)
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
- Experience in a community health or public health setting is an asset
- Experience working with client populations as defined under the specific program requirements
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control interventions
SKILLS
- Past accomplishments will demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal and written), group presentation and facilitation skills, counseling skills and the ability to work effectively on a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated knowledge of the social determinants of health and experience working with vulnerable populations
- Demonstrated proficiency in competencies of community health nursing
- Demonstrated ability to participate and contribute to shared health promotion program plans created in multidisciplinary teams
- Skills in vaccine administration
- Computer literacy is required
- Fluency (written and spoken) in French and other languages is considered an asset
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Work flexible hours including weekend, standby (on-call) and/or evening hours
- Vaccinations as outlined in departmental policy
- May be redeployed to nursing work across the Department as required
- Must provide own transportation to be able to travel throughout the Niagara region and must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to the class of vehicle operated
PHN JD Language
Vaccine Preventable Disease Program
- Administers the appropriate immunizations, across the lifespan, through a variety of clinic settings such as school and general immunization clinics across the region.
- Investigates and determines the vaccine status of pre-school, school age children and adults.
- Provides in person and telephone counseling for clients and health care providers.
- Provides educational presentations regarding vaccine preventable diseases to physician offices, community agencies, long term care facilities, and groups upon request.
- Provides consultation, support and resources regarding vaccine preventable diseases, immunizations and policy development to individuals, health professionals, institutions, and long-term care facilities.
- Provides consultation and content for communications and social media channels
- Manages caseload of physician offices, hospitals, pharmacies, long term care facilities and community partners to perform vaccine cold chain monitoring, education, and enforcement of standards
Closing Statement
Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!
Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:
- Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca
- Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
- Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
- In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department
About NIAGARA REGION
Niagara Region is a Regional municipality serving more than 480,000 people who call Niagara home. We provide services essential to your day-to-day life, from clean water, roads and waste collection to public safety, housing and more.
We believe in social, environmental and economic choices that support our diverse community and foster collaboration with our partners in making Niagara a prosperous place for everyone.
As a Regional government, Niagara Region is composed of 32 council members, who represent Niagara's 12 cities, towns and townships. Geographically, our region is as diverse as the municipal services that sustain it. Located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, Niagara encompasses an area of 1,852 km2 and is home to communities rich in both character and history.