Job Description
Public Health Nurse - Communicable Diseases, Sexually Transmitted and Blood Borne Infections Program, Health Services, Public Health
Status:(1) Regular Full Time
Work mode: *Hybrid - Up to 5 days/week on site * see below for more details about this work mode.Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, along with various Peel Region clinicsSalary Range: $46.00 to $54.59 per hour as per the collective agreementCUPE Local 966 - Health Services
Calling all Public Health Nurses and Baccalaureate prepared Registered Nurses …
The STBBI Program requires a self-directed and enthusiastic individual to work within a collaborative team environment to deliver services in accordance with the Ontario Public Health Standards – Sexual Health and Sexually Transmitted/Blood-Borne Infections (STBBI) Prevention and Control Protocol, 2019.
Team Specific Responsibilities:
- Investigate reports and complete case and contact management of sexually transmitted and blood borne infections
- Work in a fast paced, multi-disciplinary, sexual health clinic setting using critical thinking and exceptional team work to deliver excellent, inclusive customer service
- Provide counselling and education on health promotion, disease prevention and public health interventions including STBBI prevention, birth control and pregnancy options, sexuality, immunization and harm reduction
- Interventions practicing under the authority of medical directives such as performing venipuncture and specimen collection for the purpose of STI testing, provision and dispensing of medication for birth control, Plan B emergency contraception and STI treatment including the provision of injections
- Work collaboratively with team members, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, problem solving, effective communication and continuous quality improvement, to meet the operational needs of the program and our clients
- Work collaboratively with other health professionals and agencies (e.g. physicians, local hospitals and community health agencies) to facilitate the provision of counselling and appropriate treatment for sexually transmitted infections
- Work competently and compassionately with individuals that may be vulnerable or marginalized including but not limited to youth, members of 2SLGBTI+ communities, individuals that are street involved or homeless, racialized individuals, Indigenous peoples, people with lived experience with substances, people who are engaged in sex work or have been victims of human trafficking
- Documentation and data entry in electronic medical records and SharePoint documentation system and reporting to the MOHLTC through iPHIS
What you will do in this role:
- Applies knowledge regarding concepts of population health status, inequities in health, determinants of health, and strategies for health protection and promotion to guide practice
- Applies public health and nursing sciences to practice and synthesize knowledge from a broad range of theories, models and frameworks
- Provides health information, teaching and counselling to individuals, groups, families, and communities.
- Uses a holistic approach to assess the health status of clients, recognizes that a health issue or concern exists, and considers the impact of the determinants of health.
- Recognizes patterns and trends in epidemiological data and service delivery.
- Identifies and analyzes how clients' culture, attitudes, beliefs and feelings about health influences health behaviours and interventions.
- Establishes mutually determined goals with clients, including outcome indicators and evaluative measures.
- Supports clients to identify risks to health and make informed choices about protective, preventative and health promoting measures.
- Facilitates client engagement in identifying and defining health issues using community development and community assessment skills.
- Participates in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of community wide and site-specific public health strategies using an Evidence Informed Decision-Making process and the identified health needs of the client.
- Advocates for and contributes to the development of healthy public policy.
- Collaborates with partners to identify and address public health issues and service gaps to achieve improved health outcomes.
- Develops, fosters and facilitates intersectoral partnerships and networks using team building, negotiation, conflict management and group facilitation.
- Acts as a change agent to impact the determinants of health and improve health outcomes.
- Engages clients to identify assets, strengths and available resources, to take action to address health inequities, needs, deficits and gaps.
- Promotes equitable access to health and related services and collaborates with communities on social justice related issues.
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through opportunities for learning, modeling inclusive behaviours and proactively managing bias.
- Communicates clearly and effectively using non-stigmatizing, equitable and inclusive language in verbal, written and inter-personal interactions to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, internal and external partners.
- Demonstrates the ability to navigate challenging interactions using empathy, active listening and conflict resolution skills.
- Communicates knowledgably about Peel Region services, public health programs and other community resources.
- Utilizes tools to reduce barriers to communication.
- Mentors and orients students, new staff and colleagues.
- Participates in workgroups, research and quality assurance initiatives to improve program or service delivery.
- Builds capacity by sharing knowledge, tools, expertise and experience.
- Supports change management and workplace culture initiatives.
- Engages in reflective practice and demonstrates self-direction in learning.
- Identifies and participates in professional practice development activities.
- Demonstrates professionalism in multiple practice settings.
- Adheres to public health and nursing ethical standards and principles.
- Fulfills legal and professional obligations and responsibilities in accordance with relevant legislation and employer policies, procedures and medical directives.
- Acts as an ambassador for The Region of Peel, Public Health Services and Public Health Nursing.
- Performs other duties as assigned which support the organizational goals.
- Participates in emergency preparedness, planning and training for assigned roles within the Region of Peel or direction from the Province of Ontario.
- Responds to public health emergencies, significant events and incidents as required by the Health Protection and Promotion Act and Emergency Standards.
What the role requires:
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or equivalent as recognized by a Canadian University
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Previous nursing experience, or public /community health nursing experience, or public health consolidation placement as part of a BScN degree is required.
- Current certification in CPR (BLS)
Preferred Divisional Specific Experience & Skills
- 1 year of (program specific) case management or 2-3 years of other communicable disease case management experience
- Clinical nursing experience in acute care or community settings
- Experience working with marginalized communities and knowledge of the impacts to health that disproportionately affect these individuals
- Tuberculosis screening and N-95 mask fit testing may be required in certain program areas
Skills/Abilities:
- Understanding of Peel’s diverse community and associated health impacts
- Ability to provide non-stigmatizing, equitable and inclusive care
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with ability to act appropriately in situations requiring diplomacy and confidentiality
- Ability to work effectively independently, as part of a team and participate in project work
- Demonstrated skills related to assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation (individual and Program level)
- Experience with use of various forms of evidence to guide work (e.g. use of health status data, critical appraisal of research evidence, analysis of guidelines)
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to apply appropriate theory and learning principles to practice
- Proficient with mobile and computer systems, applications, and relevant databases
- Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentations, public speaking, and group facilitation (in-person and virtual environments)
- Ability to adapt to changing work environments and contexts, including supporting emergency responses
- Effective organization and time management skills
Work Mode & Job Location: at 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, along with the ability to work remotely. *Please note: some positions do require the ability to travel to various sites within the Peel Region (Mississauga, Brampton & Caledon) for home visits, Peel Region clinics and other community partners.
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30AM - 8:30PM availability is required (as per the Collective Agreement)
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed via an in-person interview at 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga.
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
