Position #: 201460

Expected Start Date: To Be Determined, posted until filled.

Union: SUN

Facility: Weyburn Community Health Services Building

City/Town: Weyburn

Department: Public Health Nursing

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: August 17, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: Yes

: The Communicable Disease Control Coordinator works under the direction of the designated Manager and is accountable for direct supervision of communicable disease public health nurses. They are responsible for the coordination of the public health activities to control and prevent communicable diseases, including surveillance and reporting responsibilities, as outlined in The Public Health Act, The Disease Control Regulations, Saskatchewan Health directives and policies, and other applicable federal legislation. They will coordinate the prevention, planning, implementation and evaluation of Communicable Disease Control (CDC) programs within the Saskatchewan Health Authority and their designated areas.

The CDC Coordinator’s scope of practice requires a broad knowledge base and autonomous decision-making skills, with a specialized focus on implementation of provincial standards related to Communicable Disease Control. The coordinator role provides program orientation, ongoing in-servicing and support to designated CDC response staff, including Public Health Nurses within an interdisciplinary service delivery model.



This position is also responsible for auditing program standards for staff adherence, as well as CDC reporting required by the Ministry.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

- Three (3) years experience as a Public Health Nurse

Education

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Competencies

- Leadership skills
- Intermediate - Computer skills

Knowledge and Abilities

- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of agents, patterns, control issues & the epidemiology of disease
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge in community health nursing theory and principles
- Knowledge in population health promotion approaches and community development
- Knowledge of communicable disease control practices and procedures
- Knowledge of legislation and acts pertinent to employee health & safety
- Ability to prioritize and be flexible
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at various stages according to priorities.
- Competent critical thinking/judgement/autonomous decision making capabilities
- Knowledge of research and statistical collection concepts

Other Information

- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives




- Ability to travel when required
- For more information on the city of Weyburn please visit https://weyburn.ca/
- Experience in communicable disease is considered an asset

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, protected and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

> We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

> We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

> We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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