Public Health Nurse, Clinical Services (Temporary)

WDG Public Health

$102K — $112K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year undergraduate degree in nursing
  • Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • 1-2 years practical nursing experience
  • Knowledge of Ontario Public Health Standards and related protocols
  • Experience working with at-risk populations and providing education in 1:1 and group settings
  • Strong client/community assessment and communication skills
  • Familiarity with relevant computer systems and software including Electronic Medical Records.

Responsibilities

  • Provide nursing interventions that promote health across various demographics
  • Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate health programs and services
  • Educate community members and partners on public health topics
  • Conduct TB skin tests and manage active surveillance
  • Engage in case management and contact tracing for communicable diseases
  • Administer immunizations and handle vaccine storage
  • Conduct inspections and provide training on Infection Prevention and Control in various settings.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Engagement with diverse programs including children’s and infectious disease health
  • Flexible working hours, accommodating various program demands
  • Potential for professional development through various health initiatives
  • Experience in a community health environment with direct client impact.
Full Job Description
Job Number:

J0826-0331

Position Title:

Public Health Nurse, Clinical Services (Temporary)

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Additional Details:

Please upload the following documents in your application: cover letter and resume.

City, Province, Country:

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Job Category:

Healthcare Professionals

Number Of Positions:

1

Date Posted:

August 14, 2026

Closing Date:

August 30, 2026

Reports To:

Manager-Clinical Services

Salary:

$49.01 - $54.19/Hour

Division:

Community Health

Department / Program:

Clinical Services

Position Summary:

The Public Health Nurse is responsible for the provision of nursing interventions that promote and preserve the health of communities, families, and individuals across the lifespan. The Public Health Nurse functions as part of a multi-disciplinary team to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services provided by the Agency. The Public Health Nurse exercises independent judgment, strong critical thinking skills, and decision-making in the context of the position while prioritizing and expediting service delivery.

This is a temporary full-time position for 6 months in the Clinical Services program. This position could also be assigned to any of the following programs: Client and Community Services, Vaccine Preventable Diseases, Children's Health Services, Infectious Diseases, or Infection Control based on program needs. Depending on program assignment, the Public Health Nurse will be required to provide on-call, after-hours services.

The Public Health Nurse will be involved in the provision of Community Health/Health Protection programs to clients and community partners across Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph, including:
• Support and education to community members, clients, and partners regarding all topics of public health concern;
• TB Skin Tests and TB active surveillance;
• Sexual health supports;
• Harm reduction and needle exchange programs;
• Case management and contact tracing for diseases of Public Health Significance;
• Record assessment and immunization provision across a variety of settings;
• Vaccine storage and handling;
• Home visiting program for prenatal to early childhood;
• Mandatory Blood Testing Act and Designated Officer Program;
• Inspections, education, and training related to Infection Prevention and Control in health care facilities, personal service settings, and childcare settings.

Hours of Work:
• Regular office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
• May include evening or weekend work.
• Flexible working hours are required, as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Depending on assignment, will be required to provide on-call, after-hours services.

Position Effective:

September 21, 2026

Requirements:
• 4-year undergraduate degree;
• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• 1 to 2 years practical work experience in nursing;
• Demonstrates core competencies for public health practice;
• Knowledge and experience in case and contact follow-up and public health management of infectious diseases and diseases of public health significance;
• Knowledge of the Ontario Public Health Standards, including relevant Protocols and Guidelines;
• Experience working with at-risk and priority populations, and providing education/support in both 1:1 and group settings;
• Strong skills in client and community assessment and analysis;
• Experience in policy and program planning, implementation, and evaluation;
• Value diversity and inclusiveness;
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written;
• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills;
• Demonstrated ability to engage community partners and implement health promotion initiatives and/or program changes;
• Knowledge and experience/aptitude for computer systems and various software programs including: Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite; Ministry databases such as Panorama, iPHIS, and HCD-ISCIS considered an asset; and Electronic Medical Records (TELUS Collaborative Health Record preferred).

We thank all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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