Public Health Nurse - Communicable Diseases, Sexually Transmitted and Blood Borne Infections Program

Public Health Nurse - Communicable Diseases, Sexually Transmitted and Blood Borne Infections Program, Health Services, Public Health

Status:

• (1) Contract Full Time - Up to 14-months
• (1) Contract Full Time – Up to 18-months

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 clinics
Salary Range: $46.00 to $54.59 per hour as per the collective agreement
CUPE 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 (Telus CHR) and SharePoint documentation system and reporting to the MOHLTC through iPHIS 

Team Specific Requirements:  

• Minimum one year of STBBI case and contact management (preferred) or 2-3 years of non-COVID communicable disease case management
• Clinical nursing experience in a sexual health clinic for a minimum of 6 months (preferred)
• Lived or worked experience with 2SLGBTQ+ communities and an understanding of the impacts on health that disproportionately effect these individuals would be an asset 
• Experience working with victims and survivors of human sex trafficking and/or sexual assault 
• Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills 
• Effective written and oral communication skills; bilingual preferred
• Current BLS is a requirement for Public Health Nurses in the Communicable Diseases Division 
• Candidate will be required to regularly travel in the community and to clinics across the Region of Peel. Candidate is required to have a G class driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

 What you will do in this role:

• Apply knowledge regarding concepts of population health status, inequities in health, determinants of health, and strategies for health protection and promotion to guide practice
• Utilize research and evidence and apply critical appraisal skills to inform policies, programs and practice 
• Provide health information, teaching and counselling to clients 
• Use a holistic approach to assess the health status and functional competence of clients with consideration of the impact of the determinants of health 
• Identify and analyze how clients' culture, attitudes, beliefs and feelings about health influence interventions
• Establish mutually determined goals with client, including outcome indicators and evaluative measures 
• Facilitate client engagement in identifying and defining health issues using community development and community assessment skills 
• Participate in the planning, developing, implementation and evaluation of community wide and site-specific public health strategies using Evidence Informed Decision Making (EIDM) 
• Advocate for and contribute to the development of healthy public policy 
• Collaborate with partners to identify and address public health issues and service gaps in order to achieve improved health outcomes 
• Develop, foster and facilitate inter-sectoral partnerships and networks using team building, negotiation, conflict management and group facilitation 
• Demonstrate culturally sensitive approaches and strategies with diverse populations 
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders 
• Promote awareness of the Region of Peel and Public Health services 
• Participate in research, quality assurance initiatives, and mentor-ship opportunities as appropriate 
• Adhere to public health and nursing ethical standards and principles 
• Fulfill legal and professional obligations and responsibilities in accordance with relevant legislation and departmental policies, procedures and medical directives/acts as an ambassador for the Region of Peel, Public Health Services and Public Health Nursing 
• Perform other duties as assigned which support the organizational goals 
• Respond to public health emergencies, significant events and incidents as required by the Health Protection and Promotion Act and Emergency Standards

What the role requires:

• A Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or equivalent recognized by a Canadian University 
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the College of Nurses of Ontario 
• Current certification in BLS is required for all PHNs in the CD Division
• Experience in public health or community health nursing preferred

Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team 
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Advocacy, negotiation and conflict management skills 
• Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills 
• Relevant computer skills (MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, iPHIS, Telus Client Health Record and SharePoint) and the ability to work with databases 
• Effective public relations, presentation, public speaking, group facilitation and diplomacy skills 
• Effective organizational and time management skills 
• Ability to apply appropriate theory and learning principles to practice 
• Knowledge of Peel’s diverse community and associated health impacts
• Travel in the community and to clinics across the Region of Peel 
• Work in office and within the Regional Healthy Sexuality Clinics. Staff can anticipate being on site up to 5 days/week as needed to fulfill duties such as case management, medication preparation, home visits, and working in the Healthy Sexuality Clinics  

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 in the Region of Peel (Mississauga, Brampton & Caledon) for home visits, ROP 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. 

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.

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.