Fraser Health·New Westminster, British Columbia
The nurse provides assessment, testing, and counseling for clients with or at risk for sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections. Responsibilities include integrated case management for HIV/Hepatitis C patients and conducting community-based health promotion and contact tracing.
The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Job Summary
We are currently looking to fill a Relief Part-Time opportunity for a Sexual Health and Blood Borne Infections Nurse to support Population & Public Health in New Westminster, B.C.
Join a dynamic multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting clients affected by or at risk for sexually transmitted and blood‑borne infections.
In this role, you’ll provide confidential sexual health testing and counseling in both clinic and outreach settings, participate in community based health promotion and prevention initiatives, and support individuals living with HIV through coordinated case management.
You’ll apply harm‑reduction and outreach principles to engage hard‑to‑reach populations, collaborate closely with community partners to ensure culturally sensitive and client‑centered care, and offer education, counseling, and service navigation to those most at risk Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including: Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.
TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes Additional employee discounts and perks available *Eligibility based on employment status
The Sexual Health and Blood Borne Infections (SHBBI) Nurse works as part of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for coordinating and providing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation services for Fraser Health clients who have, or are at risk, for sexually transmitted or blood borne infections such as HIV, Hep C and other associated health conditions. This role supports clients living with HIV through an integrated case management approach, utilizing best practices including outreach and harm reduction principles and practices, to engage and retain clients in care. This role provides sexual health and youth clinical (sexually transmitted infection and contraception) services through established clinics and outreach settings, and provides sexual health promotion and prevention activities in the community. The nurse will also conduct case investigation, follow up and contact tracing for reportable communicable diseases.
Qualifications: Education and Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Graduation from an approved school of nursing including public health nursing component. Certification in Reproductive Health (STIs) with BCCNM, and two (2) years' recent experience in public health/communicable disease management including experience performing HIV testing and certified contraceptive management nursing practices or equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's Licence and possession of a personal vehicle for business use.
Skills and Abilities
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.
People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do.
Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.
We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force.
We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust.
Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.
Together, we are the heart of health care.
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Requires current registration as a Registered Nurse with BCCNM and certification in Reproductive Health (STIs). Candidates must have at least two years of experience in public health/communicable disease management and a valid BC Driver's Licence.
Market context
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.
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