Immunization & Public Health Promotion Nurse - Registered Practical Nurse

Full-Time

Fixed Term (6 Months) 

Waterloo-Wellington District
Non-unionized 

Overview

In accordance withthe College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Standards of Practice and as an integral member of the Public Health Services team,providesimmunization services within the framework of the Population Health & Health Promotion Model. Applies knowledge,skillsand abilities specific to Vaccine Preventable Disease, Epidemiology, Community Development and Primary Health Care, Healthy Equity and Public Health Ethics. Translates knowledge from health and social sciences to support immunizations through universal and targeted interventions,programsandadvocacy. 

Plans, organizes,implementsand evaluates immunization services forParaMed employees and homebound ParaMed clients. Works in collaboration with the local Public Health Unit, conducts immunization clinics for eligible staffand clients in a variety of settings by assessing needs,establishinginformed consent,preparingand administering injections andobservingand responding to reactions. Following theParaMed Immunization Policyand Medical Directives, the Immunization & Public Health Promotion RegisteredPracticalNurseadvisesclients of adverse reactionsand contraindications and provides after care instructions and related documentation.

Submits Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) reporting form to the local Public Health Unit.Completes immunization recordsanddocumentsimmunization administrationsutilizingPublic Health Unitonline portal and localWW DistrictTracker.Records statistical immunization data andparticipatesin continuous quality improvement initiatives. 

Responsibilities

• Immunizes staff and adults against vaccine preventable disease

• Conducts immunization clinics by assessing immunization needs, transporting vaccines, setting upwork stations,establishinginformed consent,preparingand administering injections andobservingand responding to reactions such as fainting and anaphylaxis to ensure clientsafety.Ensurescold chain procedures are followedin accordance withpolicies and procedures.

• Maintains related records;documentsobservations,interventionsand outcomes. Collects statistics, prepares reports asrequiredandin accordance withestablished standards and procedures.

• As part of an interdisciplinary/inter-sectoral team,establisheseffective working relationships and partnerships with other professions, community members, and agencies. 

• Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives by providing input into the review and revision of immunization policies and procedures and attending meetings to promote improvements to client care and the efficient and safe operation of the program.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Why Join the Nursing Team at ParaMed?

We care deeply about our people and the patients we support. We are dedicated to helping every employee achieve their potential.

• Join the largest and best healthcare company in Canada

• Competitive wages

• Paid training program

• Ability to practice to full scope

• Attractive and flexible scheduling

• Mileage compensation

• Employee discount program

• Employeeassistanceprogram

• One-on-one patient care

• Autonomy, independence, and a work-life balance 

• Supportive team of peer nurses and supervisors  

• Opportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with patients 

• Best in class training and development programs, including a comprehensive clinical orientation and hands-on skills labs 

How do I Qualify to Work as a Nurse at ParaMed?

• Registration/licensing with provincial regulatory college in good standing

• Experience in delivering community care is an asset

• Willing to travel to see patients in your community

• Access to a vehicle and valid driver’s license

ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.  

ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [email protected].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.