Role overview

Description

Position #: 9007833

Expected Start Date:October 01, 2026

Union:SUN

Facility:Public Health Office - East Regina

City/Town:Regina

Department:Immunization

Type:Casual (No guaranteed hours)

FTE:0

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Stats

Relief:No

Float:No

Hours of Work:Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse A $38.580 to $50.070

Travel Required:Yes

Job Description:The Public Health Nurse (PHN), as an integral member of the Public Health Services team, provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care. The Public Health Nurse translates knowledge from the health and social sciences to support health-enhancing behaviors of individuals, families and population groups through targeted interventions, programs, and advocacy. Inherent in this role are knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to health promotion, prevention, and protection. This employee works relatively independently and is expected to make decisions based on sound assessments in accordance with The Public Health Act, the policies of the Public Health Nursing program, the SRNA Standards of Practice, the Canadian Community Health Nursing Standards of Practice, and other relevant legislation. This employee liaises with, and refers to, other health personnel, and other sectors and community groups. The Public Health Nurse works within guidelines established by policy to plan, organize, implement and evaluate nursing programs in an assigned area.

Human Resources Exemption:No

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year Public Health Nursing experience is an asset.

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to analyze health issues in the context of political & social climate
Ability to collaborate in team meetings to support client needs.
Demonstrates flexibility by adjusting workload to accommodate client needs.
Proven conflict resolution skills
Uses knowledge of determinants of health in interactions with clients.
Ability and flexibility in adapting to changing situations and environments
Demonstrates skill in group education, individual counselling and advocacy
High level accuracy/attention to detail required in all aspects of this position
Uses independent judgment based on Public Health principles.
Ability to exercise independent nursing judgement
Knowledge of prevention used in promotion, prevention and protection of health.
High level of accuracy in health assessment, nursing diagnosis and treatment.
Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently
Demonstrates application of the nursing process
Ability to work collaboratively with team members and the community at large.
Demonstrated knowledge in media communication and social marketing.
Demonstrates knowledge in community development/assessment.
Uses independent judgment based on evidence-based practice.
Ability to utilize evidence-based practice
Demonstrates knowledge of multiple health promotion strategies
Willingness to adhere to established Public Health policies and procedures.
Applies understanding of child development.
High level of accuracy in immunization, and handling specialized equipment.
Demonstrated knowledge in educational resource development.
Knowledge in negotiation techniques
Uses critical analysis, reflective practice and assessment.
Ability to demonstrate appropriate level of professional conduct and judgement.

Other Education and Training

Current CPR Level C
Public Health Nursing courses
Basic Life Support Level C Certificate (BLS-C)

Other Information

Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
Community based position provides services in clinic/home settings in PHC Regina
Possession of a personal vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties
Must possess a valid driver's license and have a vehicle available for work.
Travel allowance is provided.
Travel required to various community sites within Regina PHC Networks