Position Summary
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Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Public Health Registered Nurse to join our team at Queen Victoria Hospital in Revelstoke, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
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 Relief Part Time (0.73) opportunity until January 29, 2027, or the return of the incumbent.
Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days, Monday through Friday, with shift times that are 08:30 to 16:30 hours.
About this Location
Nestled between the rugged Columbia Mountains and the vast wilderness of British Columbia, Revelstoke is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Known for its world-class ski resort, this vibrant town offers adventure at every turn, with the surrounding forests, rivers, and trails making it a year-round destination for those seeking both action and tranquility.
Revelstoke’s thriving arts scene, family-friendly atmosphere, and strong sense of community make it a welcoming place to call home. With easy access to both nature and amenities, it’s the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-mountain living, where residents enjoy a balanced lifestyle surrounded by incredible scenery.
*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.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
A first in Canada: minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are starting in B.C.! Interior Health, alongside B.C.'s other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.
Qualifications
• Graduation from an approved school of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Six (6) months recent, related experience in public health nursing or an equivalent combination of education, training experience
• Current valid BC Driver’s License
• In certain Public Health Centers and practice areas British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives RN certified practice may be required. (RN Sexually Transmitted Infections, and/or Contraceptive Management).
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.