Public Health Nurse - Vaccine Preventable Disease (1 temporary full-time position until October 2027)

355 Wellington St, London, ON, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 3:59 AM

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity forone temporary, full-time Public Health Nurse until October 2027 to fill an existing vacancy on the Vaccine Preventable Disease Team in the Environmental Health, Infectious Disease & Clinical Services division located at Citi Plaza in London, ON.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Manager and Associate Managers, Vaccine Preventable Disease, the incumbent will:

- Work in school, community and MLHU clinics to provide immunization services to clients (shifts available are Monday to Friday during the day with limited evening and weekend hours)
- Conduct screening and assessment of clients’ immunization needs according to medical directives, the Publicly Funded Immunization Schedule for Ontario and Health Unit policies and procedures;
- Provide education and monitor safe storage, handling and use of vaccines in the community;
- Collaborate with partners to improve the health of priority populations and address health inequities related to immunization;
- Provide public health nursing assessment, education, counselling, consultation, referral, and advocacy;
- Function within the mission, philosophy and policies of both the Health Unit and the division;
- Undertake and participate in any training required as identified by the Manager;
- Maintain client confidentiality and ensure that all information is collected in accordance with Middlesex-London Health Unit policy and privacy legislation.
- Maintain related health records, documentation and statistics;
- Utilize evidence-informed practice;
- Provide health education to clients seeking immunizations;
- Transport, lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 15 lbs.
- Comply with workplace safety policies and procedures including PPE requirements; and




- Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited nursing program (BScN).
- Current certificate of competence from the Ontario College of Nurses.
- Excellent interpersonal, written/oral communication & presentation skills.
- Proficient technical skills in the areas of documentation, Microsoft Office, and other database software.
- Proficiency working in Panorama immunization database is an asset.
- Knowledge of vaccines and experience with vaccine administration and completion of the Immunization Competency Education Program or equivalent certification is preferred.
- Experience working with professional interpretation services is an asset.
- Experience in implementing health equity strategies and working with multicultural populations is an assey.
- The ability to communicate (oral and written) in French and/or any other language(s) is highly desirable.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Valid Ontario Driver’s license and own transportation.

The salary rate for this position ranges from $40.75 to $55.57 hourly based on qualifications and experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Middlesex-London Health Unit is committed to equity in employment. As an equal prospect employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities including Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter, in a transparent manner, as part of the application process. When a candidate voluntarily discloses such information in their application, the information will be kept confidential. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking community will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

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📌 355 Wellington St, London, ON, Canada
🏢 Middlesex-London Health Unit
📍 London