50 Jobs Found
Registered Practical Nurse Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
Application Close: 31/10/2024
The Community and Social Services Department is committed to an equitable and inclusive hiring process and supports a workforce that reflects the diverse population of Ottawa. In addition to meeting the operation requirements of the position, valued assets include:
- lived experience and identity as a member of Indigenous, Black and/or People of Colour communities and/or as a Person with Disabilities, or member of other equity groups
- experience working with diverse communities or groups historically facing the greatest systemic and structural barriers
- knowledge of social welfare systems, community demographics and the related social economic realities of diverse groups
- demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- ability to apply an equity and inclusion lens to customer service and to internal decision-making processes
- the ability to communicate in a language other than French or English
JOB SUMMARY
Resident Care is responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of long term care home nursing and personal care activities, programs, services and initiatives to the residents of a municipal long term care facility.
In collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, you provide nursing and personal care to residents, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 2 year community college Registered Practical Nurse diploma
Minimum of 6 months of related experience, preferably in a geriatric-gerontology or long-term care setting
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Basic knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations such as: Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, Nursing Act, Mental Health Act, Professional Misconduct and Controlled Act, professional standards, Code of Ethics, practice expectations
- Infection control guidelines
- Medication administration standards
- Nursing documentation standards
- Principles of verbal and non-verbal communication
- Transfer and positioning techniques for persons requiring long term care
- General knowledge of computer software applications including word processing and mail applications (e.g.: Word, Outlook)
- Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Function as an effective team member
- Provide quality care using the knowledge, skills, judgement and attitudes needed to practice safely
- Administer medications and perform nursing care procedures safely
- Identify and report changes in resident condition or needs through observation of physical and mental condition/behaviour
- Coordinate care activities of Unregulated Health Care Providers (Health Care Aides) in an effective manner that promotes quality resident care
- Organize and prioritize workload
- Maintain confidentiality and its application to resident records
- Manage time effectively
- Strong organization skills
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
- Tact, initiative, good judgement
- Reliable, adaptable, patient, discrete, flexible
- Competence in medication administration
- Demonstrates respect for resident choice, privacy and confidentiality
- Adaptable to change
- Meets the physical demands of the job
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English, French or Bilingual competencies.
French oral, reading required; English oral, reading, writing required. - Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.
- You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Registered Practical Nurse
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
33.88 - 39.65
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OPH - Nurse Practitioner Part-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
Application Close: 16/05/2024
JOB SUMMARY
The mandate of the Health Protection Service is to advance the health of Ottawa residents through the provision and delivery of integrated, client-centric health protection services and programs including: Infection Prevention and Control, Sexual Health, Communicable Diseases, Outbreak Management, Substance Misuse, Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery, Food Safety, Safe Water, Health Hazards Prevention and Management, and Healthy Environments as outlined in Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards, protocols and guidelines.
You provide primary health care (PHC) including clinical, counselling and referral services within the scope of practice and standards of care as outlined in the Regulated Health Professionals Act (RHPA) and the College of Nurses of Ontario for clients seeking services through the Sexual Health Centre clinic(s).
As an autonomous health professional with advanced education, you provide essential health services grounded in professional, ethical, and legal standards. Nurse Practitioner (NP) competencies reflect advanced nursing practice by building and expanding upon the competencies of a registered nurse.
You function as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of appropriate sexual health services, and are accountable to the program manager, functionally accountable (for clinical practice issues) to the Medical Director of Health, and to the College of Nurses of Ontario for NP practice issues.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in Nursing (BScN) Completion of a certificate demonstrating “Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner” from an approved University
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public/community health clinic, including in-depth knowledge of sexual health and working with populations at risk
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Advanced nursing practice including, clinical assessment and diagnosis related to contraception and sexually transmitted infections in particular
- Requires knowledge and experience to counsel individuals on any sexual health issues
- Current contraceptive methods and appropriate prescribing of contraceptives
- Current therapeutics and interactions
- The Health Protection and Promotion Act regulations pertaining to sexually transmitted infections and other related guidelines
- Appropriate counselling, re: sexuality, healthy sexual relationships, safer sex practices, contraception, and pregnancy options
- Community health care resources and referral physicians
- Sexual health issues and centre programs
- Planning and evaluation methodologies
- Current principles and practices of public health theory and practice including research principles
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within the stated scope of practice
- Communicate effectively interpersonally, orally and in writing with management, staff and the public
- Multi-task and manage changing priorities and emergency situations
- Counsel clients on a variety of issues including sexuality in general, healthy sexuality relationships, safer sex practices, contraception, pregnancy options
- Conduct advanced assessment, examination and treatment skills
- Analyze data, write reports, prepare briefings, make recommendations
- Mentor, supervise and evaluate students
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Leadership skills for chairing meetings, leading projects, providing functional direction to other nursing professionals
- Use word processing and database software
- Thorough knowledge and comfort dealing with and discussing sexual health issues with clients and other health practitioners
- Able to work with clients from a variety of cultural, socio-economic and sexuality backgrounds
- Open, personable, flexible in approach, non-judgmental, able to establish rapport and maintain confidentiality
- Strong commitment to public health, role model, advocate as required
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Immunization Policy: OPH has an immunization policy requiring all employees to report their COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status annually
- This is considered an essential position, as such, the selected candidate will need to work onsite and will receive protocols to help keep them comfortable and healthy while at work.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
OPH - Nurse Practitioner
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Part-time
52.19 - 63.51
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Nurse Part-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
Posting Closing Date: May 6, 2024
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Manager of Health Services, the Nurse provides on-campus health care and health education to students, staff and faculty in collaboration with the Health Services team. The incumbent provides nursing services in cases of non-emergency, emergency, urgent, episodic illness, health counselling and occupational health issues.
The incumbent facilitates the physicians’ clinics, maintains confidential health records, and maintains the organizational and supply needs of the medical office.
Required Qualifications:
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Four (4) year Bachelor degree of Science in Nursing or equivalent;
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Certificate of Competence from the Ontario College of Nurses;
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Minimum five (5) years of progressive relevant nursing experience with a preference for experience in Family Practice, Adolescent Health, Public Health, Sexual Health, Emergency or Occupational Health setting. Phlebotomy experience;
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CPR, AED training, TB screening training course.
Anticipated weekly schedule:
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Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30AM-4:45PM
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Total of 21.75 hours per week.
* This position is paid at Payband K - Comparator
* Vacancy is for Position P20857
This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College's Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus.
Nurse
Algonquin College
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Part-time
44.60 - 51.73
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Registered practical nurse (R.P.N.) Part-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as Bachelor’s degree
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 7 months
Credentials: Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorized (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to take vital signs, apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensure infection control, monitor nutritional intake and conduct specimen collection
- The candidates should be able to monitor patients’ progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.
Registered practical nurse (R.P.N.)
EXTENDICARE (CANADA) INC.
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Part-time
29.59 - 30.98
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OPH - Associate Medical Officer of Health (AMOH) Part-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
JOB SUMMARY
Ottawa Public Health is responsible for providing public health programs and services that contribute to the physical, mental and emotional health and well-being of the residents of Ottawa, in compliance with Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards, protocols and guidelines and other related public health legislation. In partnership with the people and communities of Ottawa, Ottawa Public Health improves and advocates for health and well-being through prevention, promotion and protection.
Reporting to the Deputy Medical Officer of Health, the Associate Medical Officer of Health's duties and responsibilities include: leading, planning, developing and evaluating Public Health programs and services; advising the Medical Officer of Health in matters affecting the operations of Ottawa Public Health; assessing community health problems; improving public relations and interpreting Public Health policies, objectives and roles to the public; monitoring communicable and chronic disease trends and supervising related health promotion, and disease and injury prevention and control programs relevant to the AMOH’s specific areas of focus. You provide medical consultation for operational and public policy issues, teach learners and health practitioners about public and population health principles and practices, and contribute to health system transformation.
You also support the strategic planning process and operations of the work unit, including community engagement, and human and financial resources strategies. You contribute to fostering an environment of employee engagement, cultural humility, and continuous quality improvement, including client and community engagement and evidence-informed decision-making.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) in Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible public health and preventative medicine experience in the public health field with emphasis on program planning, assessing and leading community health problems, and providing medical direction to public health professionals (including experience as a physician within the public health sector)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Relevant legislation
- Up-to-date scientific/technical public health and preventive medicine (PHPM) skills including epidemiology, statistics
- Community resources and services
- Health planning and program development
- Research design
- Government organizations and funding, accounting and budgeting techniques
- Up-to-date medical expertise, particularly concerning communicable diseases, environmental health, health policy, and chronic disease and injury prevention
- Project management principles
- Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
- Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Core Behaviours
Core behaviours define the City’s expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work. They are reflective of the City’s culture and values and guide all our present and future activities. Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody, and demonstrate these core behaviours.
Leadership Competencies
The City has defined key competencies that leaders are expected to embody and demonstrate to successfully move the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives and create an organizational culture that supports and empowers employees to excel, grow and reach their full potential. These leadership competencies and associated behaviours are expected to be demonstrated by leaders at all levels of the organization.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.
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Immunization Policy: OPH has an immunization policy requiring all employees to report their COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status annually
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
OPH - Associate Medical Officer of Health (AMOH)
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
The Community and Social Services Department is committed to an equitable and inclusive hiring process and supports a workforce that reflects the diverse population of Ottawa. In addition to meeting the operation requirements of the position, valued assets include:
- lived experience and identity as a member of Indigenous, Black and/or People of Colour communities and/or as a Person with Disabilities, or member of other equity groups
- experience working with diverse communities or groups historically facing the greatest systemic and structural barriers
- knowledge of social welfare systems, community demographics and the related social economic realities of diverse groups
- demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- ability to apply an equity and inclusion lens to customer service and to internal decision-making processes
- the ability to communicate in a language other than French or English
JOB SUMMARY
Resident Care is responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of long term care home nursing and personal care activities, programs, services and initiatives to the residents of a municipal long term care facility.
In collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, you provide nursing and personal care to residents, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 2 year community college Registered Practical Nurse diploma
Minimum of 6 months of related experience, preferably in a geriatric-gerontology or long-term care setting
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Basic knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations such as: Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, Nursing Act, Mental Health Act, Professional Misconduct and Controlled Act, professional standards, Code of Ethics, practice expectations
- Infection control guidelines
- Medication administration standards
- Nursing documentation standards
- Principles of verbal and non-verbal communication
- Transfer and positioning techniques for persons requiring long term care
- General knowledge of computer software applications including word processing and mail applications (e.g.: Word, Outlook)
- Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Function as an effective team member
- Provide quality care using the knowledge, skills, judgement and attitudes needed to practice safely
- Administer medications and perform nursing care procedures safely
- Identify and report changes in resident condition or needs through observation of physical and mental condition/behaviour
- Coordinate care activities of Unregulated Health Care Providers (Health Care Aides) in an effective manner that promotes quality resident care
- Organize and prioritize workload
- Maintain confidentiality and its application to resident records
- Manage time effectively
- Strong organization skills
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
- Tact, initiative, good judgement
- Reliable, adaptable, patient, discrete, flexible
- Competence in medication administration
- Demonstrates respect for resident choice, privacy and confidentiality
- Adaptable to change
- Meets the physical demands of the job
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English, French or Bilingual competencies.
French oral, reading required; English oral, reading, writing required. - Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.
- You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Registered Practical Nurse
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
33.88 - 39.65
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OPH - Nurse Practitioner Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
JOB SUMMARY
The mandate of the Health Protection Service is to advance the health of Ottawa residents through the provision and delivery of integrated, client-centric health protection services and programs including: Infection Prevention and Control, Sexual Health, Communicable Diseases, Outbreak Management, Substance Misuse, Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery, Food Safety, Safe Water, Health Hazards Prevention and Management, and Healthy Environments as outlined in Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards, protocols and guidelines.
You provide primary health care (PHC) including clinical, counselling and referral services within the scope of practice and standards of care as outlined in the Regulated Health Professionals Act (RHPA) and the College of Nurses of Ontario for clients seeking services through the Sexual Health Centre clinic(s).
As an autonomous health professional with advanced education, you provide essential health services grounded in professional, ethical, and legal standards. Nurse Practitioner (NP) competencies reflect advanced nursing practice by building and expanding upon the competencies of a registered nurse.
You function as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of appropriate sexual health services, and are accountable to the program manager, functionally accountable (for clinical practice issues) to the Medical Director of Health, and to the College of Nurses of Ontario for NP practice issues.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in Nursing (BScN) Completion of a certificate demonstrating “Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner” from an approved University
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public/community health clinic, including in-depth knowledge of sexual health and working with populations at risk
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Advanced nursing practice including, clinical assessment and diagnosis related to contraception and sexually transmitted infections in particular
- Requires knowledge and experience to counsel individuals on any sexual health issues
- Current contraceptive methods and appropriate prescribing of contraceptives
- Current therapeutics and interactions
- The Health Protection and Promotion Act regulations pertaining to sexually transmitted infections and other related guidelines
- Appropriate counselling, re: sexuality, healthy sexual relationships, safer sex practices, contraception, and pregnancy options
- Community health care resources and referral physicians
- Sexual health issues and centre programs
- Planning and evaluation methodologies
- Current principles and practices of public health theory and practice including research principles
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within the stated scope of practice
- Communicate effectively interpersonally, orally and in writing with management, staff and the public
- Multi-task and manage changing priorities and emergency situations
- Counsel clients on a variety of issues including sexuality in general, healthy sexuality relationships, safer sex practices, contraception, pregnancy options
- Conduct advanced assessment, examination and treatment skills
- Analyze data, write reports, prepare briefings, make recommendations
- Mentor, supervise and evaluate students
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Leadership skills for chairing meetings, leading projects, providing functional direction to other nursing professionals
- Use word processing and database software
- Thorough knowledge and comfort dealing with and discussing sexual health issues with clients and other health practitioners
- Able to work with clients from a variety of cultural, socio-economic and sexuality backgrounds
- Open, personable, flexible in approach, non-judgmental, able to establish rapport and maintain confidentiality
- Strong commitment to public health, role model, advocate as required
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.
- This is considered an essential position, as such, the selected candidate will need to work onsite and will receive protocols to help keep them comfortable and healthy while at work
- Immunization Policy: OPH has an immunization policy requiring all employees to report their COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status annually
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
OPH - Nurse Practitioner
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
The Community and Social Services Department is committed to an equitable and inclusive hiring process and supports a workforce that reflects the diverse population of Ottawa. In addition to meeting the operation requirements of the position, valued assets include:
- lived experience and identity as a member of Indigenous, Black and/or People of Colour communities and/or as a Person with Disabilities, or member of other equity groups
- experience working with diverse communities or groups historically facing the greatest systemic and structural barriers
- knowledge of social welfare systems, community demographics and the related social economic realities of diverse groups
- demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- ability to apply an equity and inclusion lens to customer service and to internal decision-making processes
- the ability to communicate in a language other than French or English
JOB SUMMARY
Resident Care is responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of long term care home nursing and personal care activities, programs, services and initiatives to the residents of a municipal long term care facility.
In collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, you provide nursing and personal care to residents, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 2 year community college Registered Practical Nurse diploma
Minimum of 6 months of related experience, preferably in a geriatric-gerontology or long-term care setting
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Basic knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations such as: Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, Nursing Act, Mental Health Act, Professional Misconduct and Controlled Act, professional standards, Code of Ethics, practice expectations
- Infection control guidelines
- Medication administration standards
- Nursing documentation standards
- Principles of verbal and non-verbal communication
- Transfer and positioning techniques for persons requiring long term care
- General knowledge of computer software applications including word processing and mail applications (e.g.: Word, Outlook)
- Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Function as an effective team member
- Provide quality care using the knowledge, skills, judgement and attitudes needed to practice safely
- Administer medications and perform nursing care procedures safely
- Identify and report changes in resident condition or needs through observation of physical and mental condition/behaviour
- Coordinate care activities of Unregulated Health Care Providers (Health Care Aides) in an effective manner that promotes quality resident care
- Organize and prioritize workload
- Maintain confidentiality and its application to resident records
- Manage time effectively
- Strong organization skills
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
- Tact, initiative, good judgement
- Reliable, adaptable, patient, discrete, flexible
- Competence in medication administration
- Demonstrates respect for resident choice, privacy and confidentiality
- Adaptable to change
- Meets the physical demands of the job
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English, French or Bilingual competencies.
French oral, reading required; English oral, reading, writing required. - Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.
- You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Registered Practical Nurse
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
33.88 - 39.65
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Coordinator, Health and Safety Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
JOB SUMMARY
The Health and Safety unit delivers a comprehensive health and safety program for the Public Works department by conducting safety inspections, audits and investigations, assessing and mitigating departmental health and safety risks/hazards, implementing management strategies including monitoring and promoting compliance to legislated and corporate requirements, developing or enhancing health and safety programs, and delivering health and safety training to staff.
You are responsible for providing an overall coordination function for all Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) related programs, services, and initiatives within the department. You support management and staff by providing advice and guidance, developing programs and procedures, coordinating special projects, conducting risk assessments, monitoring compliance through inspections and audits, conducting incident investigations, and making recommendations for improvement.
You also liaise with Health and Safety in Human Resources Services and the operating branches within the Public Works department.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 3 year university degree in Science, Human Resources, Business Administration, or other related field, with coursework related to OH&S administration
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible OH&S experience working in a large unionized industrial organization, implementing initiatives, performing project management, and/or conducting research and analysis
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations
- Workplace Safety Insurance Act and applicable regulations
- Applicable federal, provincial and municipal legislation related to OH&S
- Key safety issues involved in operating an industrial operation
- Theoretical and practical knowledge of a range of OH&S work procedures and practices
- Hazard Recognition, assessment and control
- Inspection and audit planning and procedures
- Incident investigation methodology
- Risk assessment methodology
- Research methods, data collection and interpretation
- Planning and performance measurement
- Policy and procedure development and documentation practices
- Project management principles and techniques
- Training and development approaches and evaluation methodology
- Strategic and operational planning
- Human resources practices and principles, collective agreements
- Computer applications relating to the work, including MS Office Suite, SAP, PowerPoint
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Able to interpret and apply legislation
- Able to work independently, with minimum support/direction
- Able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all staff and as part of a team
- Able to plan, initiate, organize, and prioritize work, and to balance the stress of multiple demands, conflicting priorities, and pressures, while maintaining a keen sense of quality and deadlines
- Able to plan, lead, coordinate, implement, and manage projects to completion
- Able to conduct research, compile/analyze issues/data, make judgments on the interpretation of issues/data, identify and compare a range of options, and make recommendations
- Possess strong problem solving skills and the ability to make decisions where precedent is not usually available
- Able to communicate complex information and influence and convince others to adopt courses of actions they might not otherwise wish to take
- Able to initiate and facilitate change
- Able to exercise discretion in dealing with sensitive issues
- Able to conduct interviews and obtain relevant information
- Possess excellent consultative, collaboration and interpersonal skills; able to direct, advise and guide
- Able to negotiate and persuade others and to bring conflicting points of view to consensus
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills; able to write reports and deliver presentations; able to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
- Possess strong existing computer skills, with ability to use Microsoft Office suite applications and SAP
- Able to think analytically, and focus on accuracy and detail
- Able to demonstrate leadership and initiative
- Patient, flexible and adaptable
- Able to display tact and diplomacy
- Innovative, creative, and resourceful
- Customer service oriented
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Coordinator, Health and Safety
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
74,590.88 - 90,759.76
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Ottawa Public Health - Outreach Worker Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare OttawaJob Details
JOB SUMMARY
The Community Health, Wellness and Chronic Disease Prevention Service Area in Ottawa Public Health is responsible for developing policies and public health interventions that support individuals to achieve optimal health, as well as working with organizations and partners to create supportive social and physical environments and build community capacity. You will provide front-line services for clients of the Harm Reduction program, including Needle & Syringe Program and Overdose Prevention Services for populations at increased risk (including individuals who use substances and or work in the sex industry). You are responsible for distributing supplies (such as needles) for safer drug use, teaching about safer drug use and overdose prevention, and referring people to other health and social services. This includes establishing a supportive environment for clients to access wrap-around services, the provision of practical assistance, crisis support, ongoing assessment of needs, and connection to community supports and services.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 3 year university degree in humanities, social sciences, sociology, human sciences, or a related field
Minimum of 1 year of experience in outreach work
KNOWLEDGE
- Harm reduction approach
- HIV and Hepatitis C etiology and epidemiology
- HIV and Hepatitis C risk reduction strategies and street outreach.
- Addiction and mental health issues and crisis intervention
- Community services and resources
- Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team
- Communicate effectively with high-risk individual/injection drug users and their partners.
- Health counseling and assessment techniques
- Set priorities and manage time effectively
- Work both independently and in a team.
- Identify and seek pertinent continuous education opportunities.
- Work in non-conventional settings.
- Assist in program development
- Appropriately assess and respond to situations based on available information and past experience
- Prepare and write reports/records and maintain same
- De-escalate interpersonal conflicts in an effective manner through crisis intervention techniques
- Demonstrate problem solving ability
- Organize time and workload effectively
- Flexible
- Understanding of the differing beliefs and value systems of others and respectful of all individuals.
- Self-directed
- Comfortable with sexuality topics, such as sexual orientation, sexually transmitted diseases, birth control and pregnancy options. Due to the nature of the work, this job requires flexible working hours that includes evening and weekends.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
- Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
- Immunization Policy: OPH has an immunization policy requiring all employees to report their COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status annually
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Ottawa Public Health - Outreach Worker
City Of Ottawa
Ottawa - 7.78kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
40.98 - 49.86
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OPH - Director, Health Promotion and Chief Nursing Officer Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare NepeanJob Details
Application Close: 19/06/2024
JOB SUMMARY
The mandate of the Community Health, Wellness and Chronic Disease Prevention Service Area of Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is to promote safe, supportive, healthy community environments through the development of healthy public policy and the delivery of programs associated with Healthy Growth and Development, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention, School Health, Immunization, Dental Health, OPH Contact Centre, Supportive Healthy Environments and Mental Health and Substance use Health, including clinical services and harm reduction programs. You are accountable for providing vision, leadership and strategic direction to the Service, and planning, organizing, directing, controlling, evaluating, and improving the development and delivery of its priorities, services, programs and operations.
You will focus on program integration to work with and best support priority populations. You will advance service delivery models that not only ensure quality, seamless services, but also deliver on OPH strategic priorities including diversity, equity and inclusion, employee well-being and development and measuring our impact.
You are responsible for establishing and maintaining positive, meaningful client relationships with diverse internal and external management, partners and interest-holders; serving as a spokesperson and liaison to key community and provincial partners related to Ottawa Public Health programs and services, to interpret public health policies, objectives and roles to the public; and working to enhance community and funder awareness and appreciation of how Ottawa Public Health is advancing prevention, equity and achieving results, to best position OPH to effect system-wide change that improves the population’s health while addressing inequities in the health of subpopulations in Ottawa.
As Chief Nursing Officer, you act as the principal lead and resource for nursing practice and professional issues and represent public health nursing at the community, provincial and national levels.
You are also accountable for applicable public health legislative requirements, and for managing the Service’s human and financial resources (including contracted services if applicable).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing
Graduate degree with a focus on public health or nursing, or relevant academic equivalent, is desirable.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible management experience in the public health field with emphasis on program planning, assessing, and managing community health problems, and providing clinical direction to public health professionals, including 5 years in a local public health organization; and experience in the management of human resources and external contract resources, and management of operating and capital budgets.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, laws and regulations pertaining to the Service’s functions, programs, services and operations
- Ottawa Public Health and City of Ottawa operations and corporate governance structure
- Relevant Ottawa Public Health and City codes, policies and procedures
- Trends and developments in the public health environment
- Policy and program analysis, development, implementation and evaluation techniques
- Performance measurement and management practices
- Public private partnerships and other alternate service delivery models
- Principles and methods of economic, financial, social and political risk analysis
- Principles and practices of public policy and business administration
- Ottawa Public Health and City of Ottawa’s current social, political, business and economic climates
- Project management principles and practices
- Human resource management practices in a unionized work environment
- Must be familiar with applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation, Ottawa Public Health and City policies and procedures
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Core Behaviours
Core behaviours define the City's expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work. They are reflective of the City's culture and values and guide all our present and future activities. Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody, and demonstrate these core behaviours.
Review the Core Behaviours.
Leadership Competencies
The City has defined key competencies that leaders are expected to embody and demonstrate to successfully move the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives and create an organizational culture that supports and empowers employees to excel, grow and reach their full potential. These leadership competencies and associated behaviours are expected to be demonstrated by leaders at all levels of the organization.
Review the Leadership Competencies.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing, French language reading and speaking desirable
- Be a member of the RNAO
- Immunization Policy: OPH has an immunization policy requiring all employees to report their COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status annually
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
OPH - Director, Health Promotion and Chief Nursing Officer
City Of Ottawa
Nepean - 15.65kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
153,992.02 - 194,745.46
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OPH - Public Health, Program and Project Management Officer Full-time Job
Medical & Healthcare NepeanJob Details
Application Close: 20/05/2024
JOB SUMMARY
Public health works to prevent illnesses, injuries and poor health. Ottawa Public Health delivers a range of mandated core programs and services that are outlined in the Ontario Public Health Standards. The programs and services are designed to meet the health needs of the communities in Ottawa. We work with local communities and partners to create equitable opportunities for all residents to be healthy and thrive, regardless of any social or economic reasons.
The Legislative Affairs and Strategic Engagement Team engages with elected officials and public policy makers at all levels of government to identify opportunities for collaboration on shared priorities. This team engages with external partners by establishing and strengthening meaningful relationships with a variety of health, social-services, community and business organizations. Our goal is to establish trust and community support, so that public-health priorities, as outlined under the Ontario Public Health Standards, can be advanced.
In this role, you are responsible for working with internal and external partners to develop and implement engagement strategies to advance OPH priorities, aligned with the OPH Strategic Plan. This work involves conducting research and analysis, and developing and evaluating policy, and strategic and operational plans. This role requires the ability to build relationships and to navigate complex issues, involving balancing interests and competing viewpoints. This role is an opportunity for you to hone your public relations and political acuity, while working with partners to advance the health and wellbeing of our community.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in Business or Public Administration, Health Sciences, Communications or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in research, policy and program development and analysis, project management and evaluation
KNOWLEDGE
- General knowledge of corporate and departmental policies and procedures
- Legislation, policies, regulations, guidelines and operational procedures relevant to the operational area
- Communications, planning and project management techniques and processes
- Research, statistical analysis and report writing techniques and processes
- Program and project evaluation and performance measurement processes
- Business process flow modeling
- Working within a complex, unionized environment
- Computer applications, including Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Communicate effectively in writing and orally; to write comprehensive, clear, concise and accurate reports, and to present a variety of data in various formats
- Possess sound skills in dealing with controversial and sensitive issues, which involve balancing interests of numerous parties with divergent viewpoints
- Plan, develop, organize and implement short and long term projects, operational procedures and strategies within an environment of frequently changing priorities
- Develop and implement a research plan, collect, analyse and validate quantitative and qualitative data/reports from various sources, develop clear and realistic recommendations that ensue from the research analysis
- Support and promote the corporate vision
- Client-centred approach to service delivery by acting on client feedback and taking responsibility for quality of service and on-going process improvement
- Organize and facilitate public consultation processes
- Obtain feedback on policy, project and research proposals by collaborating with coordinators, managers, the director, the public, elected officials and representatives of external agencies towards consensual solutions and outputs
- Exercise sound judgement
- Set and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Innovative, goal and results-oriented approach to process change and problem-solving
- Ability to work both in a team environment and independently
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Designated Bilingual – specific level of language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates who do not meet language requirements will be required to participate in training.
- Immunization Policy: OPH has an immunization policy requiring all employees to report their COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status annually
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
OPH - Public Health, Program and Project Management Officer
City Of Ottawa
Nepean - 15.65kmMedical & Healthcare Full-time
79,810.64 - 97,111.56
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