Job Description

Utilizes nursing knowledge and expertise of communicable disease control as it applies to vaccine-preventable diseases and targets vaccine preventable diseases to promote and protect the optimal health, well-being and safety of relevant populations. The Nurse prepares and conducts clinics, provides related nursing care such as screening, health teaching, and immunization for recommended and required vaccinations. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, educational resources and other health care professionals/providers to achieve excellence in health services and education.Practices within the context of a client and family centered care model, and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and Code of Ethics for registered nurses/registered psychiatric nurses, the Canadian Community Health Nursing Standards of Practice and the CHNC Public Health Nursing Discipline specific competencies and the scope of practice as set by the organization’s policies, guidelines and clinical practice documents and within own competence. Practice is aligned with the vision, mission, goals and values of the organization as well as within the context of a public health care approach and the concept of a client and family centered care model. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Recent related experience working in public health, communicable disease control, vaccine preventable diseases or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License and access to a vehicle for local area travel may be required.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesWorking knowledge of public health and population health approaches.Comprehensive knowledge of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) Professional and Practice standards for nursing. Knowledge of principles of health education, health promotion, and social determinants of health.Demonstrated ability to practice autonomously in accordance with BCCNM and VCH policies and procedures.Ability to work within autonomous scope of practice and Nurse Independent Activity (NIA) practice standards.Ability to successfully complete relevant VCH required education.Ability to successfully complete provincial Immunization Competency Certificate (BCCDC) as required. Demonstrated knowledge of immunization protocols and communicable disease.Demonstrated competence in organizing and implementing immunization campaigns.Broad knowledge of harm reduction approaches and Indigenous Cultural Safety to client care.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to adjust to changing priorities within a fast paced clinic setting.Ability to update current knowledge and self-directed learning on vaccine preventable disease control Demonstrated knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques, and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment.Demonstrated ability to document timely and appropriate patient information and effectively use related computerized client care information systems, applications, and devices.Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach clients and their families.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership through initiative and independence.Demonstrated ability to model and mentor new staff and students.Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.