About the Job :
The Public Health Nurse (PHN), as an integral member of the Public Health Services team :
- Provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health / Health Promotion model
- Translate knowledge from the health and social sciences to support health enhancing behaviours to diverse individuals, families, and population groups through universal and targeted interventions, programs and advocacy
- Offers services in communities, schools, homes and outreach locations to individuals, families and communities
Inherent in the role are knowledge, skills and abilities specific to health promotion, epidemiology, community development, primary health care, social determinants of health and illness, and disease and injury prevention
This is a CASUAL OPPORTUNITY. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions.
There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual employment and lead to regular employment.
Days of work may be Monday’s to Friday’s during the hours of 08 : 30- 16 : 30.
This position will be working out of the Boundary Health Centre. Travel is involved in day to day work.
About this location / unit :
Grand Forks : Grand Forks is a community of around 4,000 people, considered to be the hub’ of the Boundary Region and conveniently located within a couple of hours driving of two major centers Spokane and Kelowna.
This beautiful town is surrounded by pristine water from the Granby and Kettle Rivers. With its strong community commitment to healthy living, affordability and great quality of life;
Grand Forks offers four season living with recreational activities to match. Grand Forks’ cultural diversity is reflected in its local cuisine, artistry and many attractions and events.
Please note that travel is a requirement for this position and transportation arrangements must meet the Employer’s requirements.
You are required to hold a valid BC Driver’s License and may be required to drive a personal car on mileage and / or be assigned a fleet vehicle as a condition of employment.
Interior Health is an organization where you have room to grow and where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you.