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Job ID #31140 : Public Health Nurse
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Job ID #31140 : Public Health Nurse
City Of HamiltonHamilton, ON, Canada- Full-time
- Part-time
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Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason
- Job ID #31140 : Public Health Nurse
- Union : ONA Local 50
- Job Description ID # : 1270
- Duration : This vacancy is for a period of up to 14 months.
- Close date : Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca / city-council / jobs-city by 4 : 00 p.m. on June 11, 2025.
- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Summary Of Duties
Reports to a Program Supervisor or Manager. A Public Health Nurse (PHN) integrates knowledge from public health sciences, primary health care, nursing science, and the social sciences to promote, protect and preserve the health of populations. PHNs use their clinical understanding and knowledge of the health and illness experiences of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations in their public health nursing practice. PHNs work in a wide range of settings with diverse health and inter-sectorial partnerships to address health equity and achieve positive population health outcomes. PHNs are expected to : (1) understand and practice according to the current Canadian Community Health Nursing Standards of Practice and Public Health Nursing Discipline-Specific Competencies; (2) adhere to the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Standards of Practice, (3) carry out activities under the direction of the Medical Officer of Health or designate, in compliance with the Regulated Health Professions Act, Nursing Act, Health Protection and Promotion Act , and other relevant legislation; and (4) comply with City, Department, Division and Program policies and procedures and uphold the corporate cultural pillars of : collective ownership, steadfast integrity, courageous change, sensational service, and engaged and empowered employees.
Public Health Nurses are required to maintain general knowledge and competencies required to implement nursing best practices for minimal contact interventions, connect clients to primary care, and connect clients to care in topic areas aligned with the Ontario Public Health Standards, Hamilton Public Health Services’ public health priority areas, and as identified through nursing community assessment of assets and barriers to health.
Public Health Nurses are required to support the unique role and mandate of public health in the prevention, control, and response to diseases of public health significance as outlined in the Health Protection and Promotion Act and the Ontario Public Health Standards. Responsible to :
JOB ASSIGNMENT
Public Health Nurses in the Harm Reduction Program are expected to provide a full range of services including Outreach clinics, Street Health Clinics, The Van needle syringe outreach program, outreach nursing services to the community, and community development as well as sexual health services for high-risk populations. The position will also support other activities of the harm reduction program, including naloxone and harm reduction supply onboarding of community agencies, support for health promotion initiatives, and delivery of seasonal respiratory vaccine clinics. The PHN must be comfortable working with clients of all age groups and diverse lifestyles. PHNs in the program are required to participate in professional development activities leading to certification for use of medical directives. The PHN will ideally have previous experience working in street health and / or sexual health clinics and / or mobile needle syringe programs. The PHN should also be knowledgeable regarding relevant clinical issues such as sexual and blood borne infections (BBI), STI testing and treatment, STBBI prevention, harm reduction, substance use and treatment options, trauma- and-violence informed care, overdose prevention, naloxone, the Hamilton Opioid Action Table, and the Health Promotion & Protection Act. In addition to regular activities, PHNs are expected to fulfil assigned roles in response to public health threat or emergency situation.
Responsibilities
ASSESSMENT & PLANNING
INTERVENTION
EVALUATION
PROFESSIONAL NURSING PRACTICE
Public Health Nurses are expected to perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.
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Qualifications
Note : If the Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing does not include preparation in public health as part of the curriculum, then the Baccalaureate Degree must be supplemented with a certificate or diploma in public health nursing obtained after no less then one academic year as per the Health Protection and Promotion Ac t.
NOTE : This position(s) currently requires the incumbent(s) to use their personal vehicle(s) 3 or more times per week for City business. In accordance with the City policy, parking is provided at this time. Should the job requirement change, parking will only be provided in accordance with the City policy in force at that time.
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to provide immunization records, which may include TB testing prior to the start of employment to meet the requirements of the Staff Immunization and Surveillance Policy and Procedure.
NOTE : The successful candidate will be required to provide driving coverage for Van Needle Syringe program. A good driving record with a Class G licence is required.
Disclaimer :
Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal / external applicants to ensure / validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.
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The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
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