Fredericton Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1150257

Job Description

Job title: Fredericton Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1150257

Company: Horizon Health Network

Job description: Location:Immunization Clinic
Public Health – Fredericton & Surrounding Areas ~ Fredericton ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health NetworkLanguage requirement:English EssentialSchedule:8:30 – 4:30, Statutory Holidays, Subject to change due to operational requirementsJob Classification:Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA)Job Classification Type:NBNUJOB PURPOSEReporting through the Public Health Administrative structure, you will work in a multidisciplinary team setting where you will provide a variety of public health nursing services and/or counsel to individuals and groups, as well as build partnerships and collaborate with community partners, services, schools and/or government agencies to promote health, protect citizens and prevent the spread of communicable disease. Work assignment may be within the any of the following Public Health programs: Healthy Families – Healthy Babies (including Child Protection Services), Immunization, Health Promotion, Sexual Health, School Health and Communicable Disease.QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Active registration with NANB.
• Minimum of 1-year (1950-hours) of recent and direct (within 5-years) Public Health experience or Minimum of 3-years of recent and relevant (within 5 years) community health nursing experience combined with continuing education pertinent to Public Health practice (for example, but not limited to: OnCore, Core skills for Public Health Practice, Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Skills Enhancement Modules; post-secondary education in Public Health sciences.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and can articulate how core Public Health competencies for practice are met.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and experience in, the application of population health promotion and primary prevention strategies with individuals, groups and communities.
• Experience in individual, family and community assessment, as well as program planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Experience in applying epidemiology principles to promote health and prevent disease and injury in the population served.
• Possesses leadership abilities and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated exceptional customer orientation with the tact, diplomacy and cultural awareness needed to work with a diverse client base.
• Demonstrated organization and time management skills with the ability to be self-directed in a community environment.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must possess up to date BCLS Certification.
• Immunization Certification considered an asset.
• Staff working in the Communicable Disease Program must complete the Outbreak Investigation and the Management & Introduction to Surveillance modules within the first 3 years of employment.
• Travel within the region will be required and you must be prepared to deliver some services during evening and weekend hours. Ability to travel to different sites for client appointments and meetings, as required. Must provide own transportation.
• Candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance prior to appointment.
• Applicants must demonstrate on their application how they have acquired the skills and qualifications for this position.
• High regard for confidentiality.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

**A Resume (C.V.) is required as part of the application** Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides caseload management, involving scheduling and prioritizing according to established standards, practices and mandates.
• Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates a timely, effective and safe service plan, in collaboration with the identified client, family/caregiver and interdisciplinary team when applicable.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintains documentation as per established standards.
• Participates in orientation and staff development programs as required.
• Respects the rights, responsibilities and dignity of client, family, caregivers and team.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships, communication linkages and partnerships with the referral sources, team members, colleagues, managers and support staff; with external/community partners.
• Applies the Population Health Approach to improve the health of an entire population. Identifies from data, community health needs and opportunities for improvement and participates in project planning and execution.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking
• Communication
• Community Orientation
• Information Gathering
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Decision-making
• Conducting meetings
• Group facilitation

If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral).Interested? Apply Today?Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.About Horizon’s Recruitment ProcessWe thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.Diversity StatementHorizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Location: Oromocto, NB – Fredericton, NB

Job date: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 03:25:00 GMT