Sexual Health and Blood Borne Infections Nurse
Fraser Health
Sexual Health and Blood Borne Infections Nurse
Fraser Health
Public health authority operating hospitals
We are currently looking to fill a Relief Part-Time opportunity for a Sexual Health and Blood Borne Infections Nurse to support Population & Public Health in New Westminster, B.C.
Join a dynamic multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting clients affected by or at risk for sexually transmitted and blood‑borne infections. In this role, you’ll provide confidential sexual health testing and counseling in both clinic and outreach settings, participate in community based health promotion and prevention initiatives, and support individuals living with HIV through coordinated case management. You’ll apply harm‑reduction and outreach principles to engage hard‑to‑reach populations, collaborate closely with community partners to ensure culturally sensitive and client‑centered care, and offer education, counseling, and service navigation to those most at risk
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The Sexual Health and Blood Borne Infections (SHBBI) Nurse works as part of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for coordinating and providing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation services for Fraser Health clients who have, or are at risk, for sexually transmitted or blood borne infections such as HIV, Hep C and other associated health conditions. This role supports clients living with HIV through an integrated case management approach, utilizing best practices including outreach and harm reduction principles and practices, to engage and retain clients in care. This role provides sexual health and youth clinical (sexually transmitted infection and contraception) services through established clinics and outreach settings, and provides sexual health promotion and prevention activities in the community. The nurse will also conduct case investigation, follow up and contact tracing for reportable communicable diseases.
Education and Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Graduation from an approved school of nursing including public health nursing component.
Certification in Reproductive Health (STIs) with BCCNM, and two (2) years' recent experience in public health/communicable disease management including experience performing HIV testing and certified contraceptive management nursing practices or equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver's Licence and possession of a personal vehicle for business use.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to interact professionally and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with various stakeholders with tact and diplomacy.
Broad knowledge of HIV, STI and Communicable Disease management.
Broad knowledge of immunization and related reactions and contraindications.
Demonstrated ability to administer injections and recognize adverse reactions.
Knowledge and skill in applying the principles of health promotion, community development, and population health (including planning collaborative initiatives, building partnerships, group facilitation, health education, social marketing, use of local media and communication systems, and assessment and evaluation).
Knowledge and skill in working with culturally diverse and/or vulnerable populations, including LGBT2SQQ+ persons, persons who use substances, and individuals with mental health concerns.
Knowledge and skill in working with Trauma Informed practice.
Comprehensive knowledge of Indigenous cultural safety, community resources and agencies as required.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, internet and email software.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.
People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.
We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.
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Public health authority operating hospitals
Fraser Health is a Canadian health authority that provides health services to about 1.8 million people in British Columbia. It operates 12 hospitals, including major trauma centers, as well as outpatient care and surgery centers, and offers services in residential care, public health, home health, and mental health. It employs more than 40,000 staff, medical staff, and volunteers who coordinate care across hospitals, clinics, and community settings to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time. Its goal is to keep communities healthy by delivering accessible, high-quality care and by creating good workplaces for its employees and volunteers.
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