Public Health Nurse - Vaccine… at Middlesex-Lond… · London

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for one temporary, full-time Public Health Nurse until October 2027 to fill an existing vacancy on the Vaccine Preventable Disease Team in the Environmental Health, Infectious Disease & Clinical Services division located at Citi Plaza in London, ON.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Manager and Associate Managers, Vaccine Preventable Disease, the incumbent will:

• Work in school, community and MLHU clinics to provide immunization services to clients (shifts available are Monday to Friday during the day with limited evening and weekend hours)
• Conduct screening and assessment of clients’ immunization needs according to medical directives, the Publicly Funded Immunization Schedule for Ontario and Health Unit policies and procedures;
• Provide education and monitor safe storage, handling and use of vaccines in the community;
• Collaborate with partners to improve the health of priority populations and address health inequities related to immunization;
• Provide public health nursing assessment, education, counselling, consultation, referral, and advocacy;
• Function within the mission, philosophy and policies of both the Health Unit and the division;
• Undertake and participate in any training required as identified by the Manager;
• Maintain client confidentiality and ensure that all information is collected in accordance with Middlesex-London Health Unit policy and privacy legislation.
• Maintain related health records, documentation and statistics;
• Utilize evidence-informed practice;
• Provide health education to clients seeking immunizations;
• Transport, lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 15 lbs.
• Comply with workplace safety policies and procedures including PPE requirements; and
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited nursing program (BScN).
• Current certificate of competence from the Ontario College of Nurses.
• Excellent interpersonal, written/oral communication & presentation skills.
• Proficient technical skills in the areas of documentation, Microsoft Office, and other database software.
• Proficiency working in Panorama immunization database is an asset.
• Knowledge of vaccines and experience with vaccine administration and completion of the Immunization Competency Education Program or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Experience working with professional interpretation services is an asset.
• Experience in implementing health equity strategies and working with multicultural populations is an assey.
• The ability to communicate (oral and written) in French and/or any other language(s) is highly desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Valid Ontario Driver’s license and own transportation.

The salary rate for this position ranges from $40.75 to $55.57 hourly based on qualifications and experience.

To apply to this position, please go to www.healthunit.com and select “Apply Now” and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by September 7, 2026. Please note: new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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.