Immunization Health & Promotion Nurse - RN

Extendicare•Kitchener, ON

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

In accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Standards of Practice and as an integral member of the Public Health Services team, provides immunization services within the framework of the Population Health & Health Promotion Model. Applies knowledge, skills and abilities specific to Vaccine Preventable Disease, Epidemiology, Community Development and Primary Health Care, Healthy Equity and Public Health Ethics. Translates knowledge from health and social sciences to support immunizations through universal and targeted interventions, programs and advocacy. Plans, organizes, implements and evaluates immunization services for ParaMed employees and homebound ParaMed clients. Works in collaboration with the local Public Health Unit, conducts immunization clinics for eligible staff and clients in a variety of settings by assessing needs, establishing informed consent, preparing and administering injections and observing and responding to reactions. Following the ParaMed Immunization Policy and Medical Directives, the Immunization & Public Health Promotion Registered Nurse advises clients of adverse reactions and contraindications and provides after care instructions and related documentation. Submits Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) reporting form to the local Public Health Unit. Completes immunization records and documents immunization administrations utilizing Public Health Unit online portal and local WW District Tracker. Records statistical immunization data and participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Registration/licensing with provincial regulatory college in good standing
Experience in delivering community care is an asset
Willing to travel to see patients in your community
Access to a vehicle and valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Immunizes staff and adults against vaccine preventable disease
Conducts immunization clinics by assessing immunization needs, transporting vaccines, setting up work stations, establishing informed consent, preparing and administering injections and observing and responding to reactions such as fainting and anaphylaxis to ensure client safety. Ensures cold chain procedures are followed in accordance with policies and procedures.
Maintains related records; documents observations, interventions and outcomes. Collects statistics, prepares reports as required and in accordance with established standards and procedures.
As part of an interdisciplinary/inter-sectoral team, establishes effective working relationships and partnerships with other professions, community members, and agencies.
Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives by providing input into the review and revision of immunization policies and procedures and attending meetings to promote improvements to client care and the efficient and safe operation of the program.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Paid training program
Ability to practice to full scope
Attractive and flexible scheduling
Mileage compensation
Employee discount program
Employee assistance program
One-on-one patient care
Autonomy, independence, and a work-life balance
Supportive team of peer nurses and supervisors
Opportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with patients
Best in class training and development programs, including a comprehensive clinical orientation and hands-on skills labs