Role and Facility Information
Island Health is hiring a temporary full-time Public Health Nurse to join the team at Port Hardy Health Centre.
As the Public Health Nurse (PHN), you will function as an integral member of the Public Health team and provide health promotion, disease prevention, education, assessment, counseling and consultation services to individuals, groups and communities within the framework of population health promotion. Services are offered in communities, homes, schools and outreach locations to individuals, families and communities.
Travel and the use of a personal vehicle are requirements of this position.
This position has an approximate end date of July 18, 2027.
What You'll Need to Apply
- Graduation from a recognized nursing program with community or public health component.
- Two years of recent (within the last three years) related experience working with children, youth and families (or equivalent).
- Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
- Completion of the BCCDC online Immunization Course and Exam and hold a certificate from a College Level Post Baccalaureate course in Breastfeeding that includes both practical and theoretical components from a recognized institution.
- Completion of Cultural Safety Course.
- Valid BC Driver's License.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $41.42 – $59.52 per hour plus applicable shift differentials.
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision.
- Municipal Pension Plan with employer contributions.
- 4 weeks paid vacation (prorated to FTE) plus 13 statutory holidays.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates may be available.
If you’re passionate about high-quality care and excited to begin your next chapter on Vancouver Island, we’d love to hear from you.
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