Public Health Nurse BC

Join the Comox Valley Public Health Unit as a Public Health Nurse in Courtenay, BC, offering community health promotion and disease prevention services. This casual role may require travel to various sites for outreach.

As a Public Health Nurse, you will play a vital role in promoting health and preventing disease among individuals, families, and communities. You'll provide assessment, counseling, and consultation in schools, homes, and community settings. This position emphasizes patient safety, quality improvement, and culturally safe care practices while supporting Vancouver Island Health Authority directives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide health education and disease prevention services

• Conduct assessments and offer counseling to communities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on community health initiatives

• Travel to multiple sites as required for patient care

• Employ cultural safety principles in nursing practice

Requirements:

• Recognized nursing program graduation with public health experience

• Two years working with children, youth, and families

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

• Valid BC Driver's License for travel

• Completion of required public health courses

Elevate community well-being by delivering comprehensive public health nursing services in Courtenay, BC.
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