JOB POSTING #2026/021
POSITION:
Public Health Nurse – Communicable Disease Control Program – ONA
HOURS OF WORK:
Temporary Full-Time – 35 Hours Per Week (1.00 FTE)
EFFECTIVE:
As Soon As Possible to August 16, 2027 (subject to change)
LOCATION:
Main Office – North Bay
ADDITIONAL INFO:
Leave of Absence
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Communicable Disease Control (CDC) program manager, the Public Health Nurse (PHN) applies nursing knowledge, social science, and public health principles to improve population health and reduce health inequities. Within the CDC program, PHNs contribute to planning and delivering initiatives that align with the Ontario Public Health Standards and the Health Protection and Promotion Act, with a focus on increasing access to prevention resources in high-risk communities and settings. The PHN is responsible for case and outbreak management for Diseases of Public Health Significance (DOPHS) in community and congregate settings. This includes conducting surveillance, contact tracing, and clinical follow-up for enteric, respiratory, and other infectious diseases (e.g., tuberculosis). All work is aligned with the mission, vision, values, strategic priorities, policies and standards of the Board of Health.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
BScN
Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
Current certification in Basic Life Support (HCP)
Certificate in Infection Control or willingness to become certified within 2 years
Two years of recent experience as a registered nurse in an acute care, community and/or public health setting with experience in case management and outbreak management of clients with communicable disease
Experience in program planning and evaluation, inventory monitoring and control, as well as statistical data management
Experience in preparing and facilitating interest holder group collaboration
Have initiated or completed a HB vaccination series or proof of immunity
Knowledge of infectious disease epidemiology
Knowledge and skills related to infection prevention and control
Knowledge of health equity, health promotion, population health assessment, illness and injury prevention, emergency preparedness as well as community mobilization and capacity building strategies
Knowledge of Federal, Provincial and Municipal legislation and regulations such as the Health Protection and Promotion Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Health Care Consent Act
Knowledge and experience working with databases and/or electronic medical records (e.g., iPHIS, ISCIS, COVaxOn, Panorama, PS Suites)
Knowledge in providing nursing practice via telecommunication technologies
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written skills
Excellent facilitation and negotiation skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Proficient use of computer technology including the use of Microsoft Office 365 programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), SharePoint, and applicable database applications
Strong clinical documentation skills (including using an Electronic Medical Record)
Self- motivated and able to complete assigned duties with minimal direction
Ability to research and prepare proposals, literature reviews, program plans, briefs and annual reports
Ability to foster a positive work environment and contribute to a healthy organizational culture
Ability to work within a self-directed team and collaborate on a multidisciplinary team as well as with other health unit teams and community partners in program delivery
Demonstrated analytical ability in order to research and prepare proposals, briefs and annual reports
Shows discretion and appropriately handles confidential information
Committed to providing exceptional client service
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement
Ability to work flex hours, on-call and evenings as required
Requires a valid “G” or “G2” Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Required to be available for redeployment to another location in Ontario, potentially on short notice and for extended time periods in the event of an outbreak
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Reference Check including the Vulnerable Sector Check: recent, within four (4) months at their expense and will be required to comply with the Health Unit’s immunization policies. Please refer to the individual policies for specific requirements and processes. Applicants requiring accessibility accommodation for the interview are asked to make such requests only when contacted for an interview.
HOURLY RATE:
BScN/PHN - Minimum $46.78 to Maximum $52.63
When on-call, compensated $800 per week
CLOSING DATE:
Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
If you wish to be considered for this position, please forward your resume, cover letter, proof of education and a copy of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario required for this position to:
Austen Filiatrault, Human Resources Coordinator – Talent Management Attention:
Job Posting #2026/021
North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit, 345 Oak Street West, North Bay, ON P1B 2T2 or Email: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please Note: If you did not receive a confirmation email that your resume/application has been received, please contact Austen Filiatrault at [email protected] for confirmation. Once posting is closed, please refer to website for status of job posting.
The Health Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $46.78-$52.63 per hour
Work Location: In person
