Job Inventory - Public Health Nurse Trainee

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Ottawa, ON, CANADA;
Job Category: Nursing
Industry: Government
Date Posted: Dec 21, 2007

Job Inventory: Public Health Nurse Trainee
Community & Protective Services Department, Public Health Branch
Full-Time Temporary Positions (Up to 18 months)
Affiliation: CIPP
Hourly Rate: $27.006 to $32.861 (2008 Salary Rates)
Competition #: CPS2007-00865-LB
Note: Applications / resumes received will be used to staff current and on-going requirements until (June 30, 2008).

Why Ottawa?:
As Canada’s capital, the Ottawa region is a vibrant and growing community that prides itself on its exceptional quality of life. The fourth-largest metropolitan area in Canada, Ottawa is known for its natural treasures, pristine parks and lakes, and one of the longest networks of scenic recreational paths in any North American city. Rich in history and tradition, Ottawa offers superb museums and galleries, two universities, as well as a large range of excellent health care facilities and linkages to Public Health agencies. A safe but lively downtown core with a rich selection of restaurants, theatres and courtyard cafes is located just minutes away from quiet residential neighbourhoods. At the heart of Ottawa’s appeal lies its superb quality of life – the extraordinary standard of living that people enjoy in this inviting region that always puts families first.

Information regarding the City of Ottawa and Ottawa Public Health is located at www.ottawa.ca.

A nursing Career at the City of Ottawa:
The City of Ottawa provides a wide variety of challenging nursing careers. If you are a motivated individual and passionate about promoting the optimal health of groups, families, individuals and the community through the provision of public health nursing services, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The position of Public Health Nurse Trainee, an integral part of the Public Health Branch team, combines specialized nursing and public health science with experiential knowledge of individuals, families, communities and populations when providing nursing services. The Public Health Nurse Trainee contributes to the health of the community through a system of effective population based public health programs and services in the areas of health promotion, health protection, disease and injury prevention and control. As a Public Nurse Trainee, you will be assigned duties and delegated responsibilities that will gradually increase in complexity and scope over the period of training; will assist in promoting the optimal health of groups, families, individuals and the community through the provision of public health nursing services which foster self and collective care and supportive environments, and which maintain health and prevent disease; through collaboration with the community in program development; and through professional education.

After one year of experience as a Public Health Nurse Trainee, you would be eligible to apply for a temporary or permanent Public Health Nurse position.

Responsibilities of the position are mandated under Section 7 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, as described in the Mandatory Health Programs & Services Guidelines

Statement of Qualifications:
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
Current College of Nurses of Ontario Registration
Current CPR certification
Unrestricted class G driver’s license with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated and access to efficient, reliable transportation.
Successful candidate must be able to pass a police record check to the satisfaction of the City of Ottawa. Police Record Check must be provided at time or interview of prior to first day of employment.

No experience required

Immunization Requirements:
Td, Polio , MMR, Hepatitis B, Flu shot, Mantoux test, Serology level for Varicella

Knowledge of:
Principles and practice of Public Health Nursing
Health Promotion concepts
Epidemiology
Developmental ages and stages
Group process and group dynamics
Principles of community mobilization /development
Principles of teaching and learning

Competencies and Skills:
Plan and implement a learning plan towards increased knowledge and skill development;
Learn, seek out mentorship opportunities, synthesize knowledge & skills in order to advance professionally;
Utilize the nursing process.
Communicate effectively with individuals and groups in both oral and written forms.
Assess the health-related needs of individuals, families & groups and be able to apply health counselling techniques from routine to more complex issues over a two year period;
Develop skills in group facilitation/mobilization
Utilize creative decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Set priorities and manage time effectively.
Work both independently and in a team

Language:
Oral fluency, reading and writing ability in English for all positions. Oral fluency, reading and writing ability in English and French required for some positions.
As the City of Ottawa is a culturally and ethnically diverse community; oral fluency, reading and writing ability in other languages may be required for some positions.

If this opportunity matches your interest and profile please apply online by using the "Apply" button at the top of this ad.

If you can not apply on-line, please submit an application and/or resume and covering letter indicating the CPS2007-00865-LB by mail or by Fax:

City of Ottawa
Staffing and Client Relations Division
Employee Services Branch
110 Laurier Ave. West, 5th Floor
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1J1

Fax: 613-580-4762

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa is committed to providing quality services by establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. The City encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Source: City of Ottawa