Communicable Disease Nurse

2 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada Island Health Full time

Join to apply for the Communicable Disease Nurse role at Island Health. Overview In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority. This position requires continuous improvement of quality and safety. Reporting The CD Nurse reports to the Communicable Disease Coordinator and works under the direction of the local Medical Health Officer (MHO). The role is part of the public health team responsible for implementing epidemiological methods for investigation of reportable communicable diseases. Key Responsibilities Deliver preventive clinical services and CD education, consultation, and counseling in accordance with established policies and procedures, based on a Population Health, Wellness, and Harm Reduction philosophy. Investigate individual cases, clusters, and outbreaks, including reportable blood-borne disease, vaccine‑preventable disease, sexually transmitted infections (STI), HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and enteric/zoonotic diseases. Travel may be required; transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements and may involve a personal vehicle. Qualifications Education, Training, and Experience Graduation from a recognized nursing program with community or public health component and 2 years of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practising RN(C) registrant. Current BC College of Nurses and Midwives certification for STI management. Current BCCDC Immunization Certification. A minimum of two years recent public health nursing experience with a CD component or evidence of an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience. Valid BC Driver's Licence. Skills and Abilities Knowledge of reportable communicable diseases, including vaccine‑preventable disease, blood‑borne disease, STI, TB, enteric, and zoonotic diseases. Knowledge of immunisation related to reportable diseases. Knowledge of philosophies of practice in Population Health, Wellness, and Harm Reduction. Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, keeping the CD Coordinator and MHO informed on a case‑by‑case basis. Ability to coordinate tasks, multitask, and work under stress and deadline pressures. Demonstrates appropriate and timely decision‑making, including prioritisation in emergency situations. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear, concise manner. Strong interpersonal skills, both face‑to‑face and by telephone, when dealing with clients under stress. Ability to convey a non‑judgemental attitude while interviewing, educating, and counselling clients from diverse cultures and lifestyle choices on confidential, personal, and sensitive issues. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to foster good public relations and adhere to VIHA Communications policy. Effective interviewing, education, and counselling skills. Demonstrated clinical competence congruent with the CD Nurse role. Additional Information Travel may be required; transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements and may require use of a personal vehicle. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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