Public Health Nurse - Best Beginnings - Healthy Babies Healthy Children

The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) has an exciting opportunity for a temporary full-time Public Health Nurse until November 2022, on the Best Beginnings team in the Healthy Start (HS) division at the Citi Plaza location, London, Ontario. 

Under the direction of the Manager, Best Beginnings, the incumbent will:

·       Deliver home visiting services as outlined in the Healthy Babies Healthy Children (HBHC) Program Protocol, 2018 and Guidance Document (2015)

·       Conduct relevant screening and assessments with families

·       Work collaboratively with Family Home Visitors within the HBHC blended home visiting model

·       Provide evidence-based information and public health nursing interventions

·       Refer families to health, social service, and other community partners as needed

·       Work collaboratively with community agencies to ensure families receive the support and services needed, adhere to service coordination agreements with partner agencies, and provide service coordination for families as needed

·       Provide breastfeeding support to families, including those experiencing significant breastfeeding challenges, and follow the Baby Friendly Initiative guidelines

·       Complete accurate and timely documentation as per agency guidelines utilizing the Ministry ISCIS database and MLHU’s electronic client record

·       Participate in inter-team/interdisciplinary work within the Healthy Start Division

·       Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:                      

·       Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited nursing program (BScN)

·       Current certificate of competence from the Ontario College of Nurses (CNO)

·       Proficient technical skills in the areas of documentation, Microsoft Office, and database software

·       Ability to work flexible hours

·       Valid Ontario Driver’s license and own transportation

·       Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills

·       Demonstrated experience and expertise in critical thinking, problem-solving, and relationship-building

·       Ability to work autonomously in a variety of home and community settings

·       Demonstrated skills and experience in evidence-informed decision-making and leadership

·       Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience with home visiting pregnant individuals and/or families who are at risk and/or experiencing challenges

·       Knowledge and experience in providing breastfeeding support, as well as assessing newborns and postpartum mothers

·       Experience and expertise in working with priority populations and demonstrated ability to create safe and inclusive environments when working with diverse populations

·       Demonstrated understanding of health equity and experience in taking action to address health inequities

·       Training in NCAST, BFI and PIPE is considered an asset

·       Communication proficiency (written and verbal) in Arabic, French, Spanish and/or any other language(s) is highly desirable.  

To apply to this position, please select “Apply Now” and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by August 4, 2021. Please note: new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.

The Middlesex-London Health Unit is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities including Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter, in a transparent manner, as part of the application process. When a candidate voluntarily discloses such information in their application, the information will be kept confidential. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking community will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

 Please see www.healthunit.com for further information about our programs and services. To apply to this position, please submit all applications electronically via our Career Opportunities page.  Posting will remain open until filled.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  The Health Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Accommodations are available, upon request, to support potential applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  Should you require accommodation, please indicate in your cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.