Halton Region·Halton, Ontario
The Public Health Nurse is responsible for delivering immunization clinics, administering publicly funded vaccines, and providing health education to various age groups. They also support the enforcement of the Immunization of School Pupils Act and collaborate with community stakeholders to promote public health.
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
Employees of Public Health are expected to provide high quality programs and services including but not limited to sexual health, harm reduction and immunization clinic services by demonstrating respectful, inclusive, non-judgmental values.
As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees.
This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.
Posting ID: 5416Department: HealthDivision: Community Health ServicesPay Range: $46.77 - $57.61 Job Type: Permanent Vacancies: 3Hours of Work: 35 hours per weekWork Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, OakvilleEmployee Group: ONA HEALTH Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.Posting Date: August 6, 2026Application Deadline: August 14, 2026 Applicants within the bargaining unit will be provided first consideration.
Job Summary Reporting to the Supervisor, Immunization Services, within the Community Health Services Division, the Public Health Nurse will be part of a team responsible for the delivery of immunization clinics, and other activities to support administration of publicly funded vaccines.
The Public Health Nurse will also provide support for activities related to enforcement of the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA).Duties & Responsibilities
Work in a specialized program to provide clinical assessment, counseling, health education, and administration of publicly funded vaccines to various age groups.
Plan, organize, and operationalize immunization service delivery in school and community-based clinics.
Deliver clinical services in a way that ensures quality and safety for clients, staff, and stakeholders (includes adherence to program policies, procedures, and protocols).
Respond to adverse events following immunization and provides appropriate nursing assessment and interventions.
Support and participates in the set-up of immunization clinics and management of safe clinic flow.
Utilize an electronic databases and applications (Panorama, m-IMMS, EMR, Siebel) as part of vaccine record assessment, to record vaccine administration, and to document the provision of immunization services (providing health education, consultation, and response to stakeholders).
Plan and deliver programming and activities related to enforcement of the ISPA.
Develop, review, and implement program-level policies, procedures, medical directives, and job aides.
Participate in project and program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
Develop, review, and implement immunization-related educational initiatives and resources for physicians, school boards, other organizations, and the community at large.
Additional
Flexibility to work outside of core business hours including evenings, weekends and holidays is required. Travel will be required, incumbent must provide their own transportation. The incumbent must be able to provide a current complete record of immunization according to the Ontario provincial immunization schedule.
The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check by the first day of employment. Important information about your application:
In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
Please submit your application online.
We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online.
If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
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Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville.
We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work.
We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.
At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions.
As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and current General Class Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Recent experience in clinical service delivery, immunization programs, and proficiency with electronic health databases are required.
Market context
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