Lambton Public Health160 Exmouth StPoint Edward, ON N7T, CANDivision:Public Health ServicesJob Status:Temporary Full TimeNumber of Positions:1Hours of Work:8:30am - 4:30pmWage Rate:$38.18 - $54.31 per hourPosting Date:Monday, June 22, 2026Closing Date:Sunday, July 5, 2026Please Note:This position will work primarily on the Immunization Team in Health ProtectionAbout the RoleThe Public Health Nurse applies public health knowledge, techniques, and skills to promote health and wellness and prevent disease in accordance with the Ontario Public Health Standards and associated Protocols and Guidelines; and the Health Protection and Promotion Act and associated Regulations.The Public Health Nurse promotes public health through activities including surveillance of data and trends over time; case management; contact identification, tracing and notification; contact management; investigation of sources; teaching, counselling, and education; working with stakeholders on initiatives that support public health; and continuously monitoring the indicators of community health.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesInvestigation and Case ManagementSet scheduled priorities where appropriate, ensuring mandated and department requirements are metApply in practice key knowledge, critical thinking skills, and aptitudes related to nursing and public health sciencesProvide public health management duties in program area including case management; contact identification,tracking and notification; contact management; investigation of sources; ministry notification; surveillanceRegularly report to the ministry using applicable databases or any other method specified by the MinistryParticipate in ongoing professional development opportunities and maintain current skilled knowledge of practices, trends, regulations, techniques, procedures, equipment, sampling and documentationAssessment and AnalysisUse equipment, techniques, and procedures to conduct program servicesCollect, store, and submit appropriate samplesInterpret results and take necessary action including consulting with critical decisions with the Supervisor, Manager, and/or Medical Officer of HealthAssess, analyze, and evaluate information (investigations, data, facts, sample results, surveillance data and disease trends, concepts and theories) to make evidence informed decisions, prepare reports, conduct investigations,



and make recommendations for risk management and/or policy and program developmentProgram Planning and EvaluationAssist in analyzing and evaluating policies, programs and lessons learned to assess program effectiveness and assist in developing plans to ensure continuing quality assuranceAssist in developing programs, protocols, and strategiesAssist in the formulation and review of departmental policies, procedures, goals and objectivesCommunication, Collaboration, and AdvocacyDevelop and conduct education/training sessions to the community as per the public health standards. Develop educational/promotional resources and materialsAssess the needs of learners; teach public health concepts to all ages, genders, cultures, and backgrounds in various settings with available resourcesUse teaching to explain concepts of public health practice, including possible consequences and resolutions using both written and oral communication skillsLiaise with stakeholders (Ministry, community, agencies, individuals, media) to establish partnerships, and create collaborative approaches to promote common education or advocacy initiatives through shared resources and responsibilitiesCollaborate and co-ordinate services for individuals or families with appropriate community agenciesCollaborate with other health care providersAssist in the training and orientation of students and other personnel as assignedExplain and share knowledge, tools, expertise, and experience to build capacity, improve performance and enhance the quality of the working environmentAssist in preparing media releases and press packages and respond to media requests for program information at the discretion of the SupervisorEthics and ProfessionalismAdhere to the Ontario College of Nurses Standards of Practice and codes of conduct established through organizational policies and applicable legislationAdministrative DutiesMaintain accurate and up-to-date charting and records of daily activitiesRecord and produce regular reports related to program areaOn-Call DutiesProvide on-call coverage as per the Ontario Public Health Standards and in accordance with Collective Agreement and applicable department policies and proceduresGeneralIncumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribedIncumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands AnalysisThese describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification. Other duties may be assigned.Supervision RequirementsDirect Supervision: NoneIndirect Supervision: NoneFunctional Authority: NoneWhat We Are Looking ForMinimum Formal EducationBachelor's Degree in Nursing from a recognized University; a current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of OntarioExperienceKnowledge of Ontario Public Health StandardsAbility to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary teamStrong assessment, communication and report writing skillsTechnological nursing skills knowledge and skills specific to the program e.G. immunization, infection control, communicable diseases, infant care and feeding, Healthy Babies Healthy Children, parenting, breastfeeding, sexually transmitted infections, sexual health and AIDSKnowledge of community resources and advocacy skills to intervene on client's behalf with other agenciesA valid Ontario driver’s license and use of a vehicle.Personal information required by County of Lambton job postings is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 1990, CHAPTER M.56, as amended. The treatment, storage and handling of personal information is governed by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER M.56, as amended and will be used in reviewing applications. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Corporate Manager, Human Resources, County of Lambton, 789 Broadway Street, Box 3000, Wyoming, Ontario N0N 1T0. Phone (phone hidden) or Toll-free at 1-(phone hidden).#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Public Health Nurse - $38.2 - $54.3 An Hour (Enniskillen)
🏢 Lambton Public Health
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