Public Health Nurse – Tuberculosis Program, TB Prevention Team

Region of Peel

. Investigate and manage reports of Latent TB Infection (LTBI) .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMississauga • CanadaJunior💰 CA$46 - CA$55 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Tuberculosis case management, including administering and reading TB skin tests, and delivering health promotion and physician outreach. Proficient in developing public health strategies and collaborating with diverse communities to address health disparities.

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Tuberculosis Case ManagementHealth Promotion DevelopmentClinical Nursing ExperienceRegistered Nurse LicenseEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Tuberculosis ScreeningAdministering Tuberculin Skin TestsAssessment and Evaluation SkillsEvidence Informed Decision MakingData Analysis and Research Application

Soft Skills

Advocacy SkillsConflict ManagementCollaborationCritical ThinkingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Mobile and Computer SystemsHealth Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

Baccalaureate Degree in NursingRegistered Nurse LicenseCurrent CPR (BLS) CertificationSatisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check

Industry Keywords

Public HealthCommunity HealthHealth EquityMarginalized CommunitiesHealth Determinants

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate and manage reports of Latent TB Infection (LTBI)
Manage cases of new immigrants requiring TB medical assessments, including physician appointments and consultations
Assess and interpret physician reporting forms, drug orders, radiology, and laboratory work to determine nursing interventions
Deliver health promotion, education, advocacy, resource development, group facilitation, and TB presentations
Conduct physician outreach activities
Participate in program planning and evaluation
Develop policies and procedures
Perform TB clinic duties, including administering and reading Tuberculin Skin Tests
Conduct TB skin test clinics at schools and workplaces as needed
Dispense TB medications to physician offices, TB clinics, or clients
Develop and maintain linkages with health professionals and community agencies
Assist the supervisor with program development
Apply population health, health equity, health determinants, and health protection/promotion principles
Use research, evidence, and critical appraisal to inform policies, programs, and practice
Provide client health information, teaching, and counselling in person and electronically
Assess client health status and functional competence using a holistic approach
Establish client goals, outcome indicators, and evaluation measures
Facilitate community engagement and community assessment
Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate public health strategies using Evidence Informed Decision Making
Advocate for healthy public policy
Collaborate with partners to address public health issues and service gaps
Develop inter-sectoral partnerships and networks
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders
Promote Region of Peel and Public Health services
Participate in research, quality assurance, and mentorship opportunities
Adhere to public health and nursing ethical standards
Perform other duties supporting organizational goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

One year of Tuberculosis case management preferred, or 2–3 years of non-COVID communicable disease case management
Experience administering and reading TB skin tests is an asset
Experience developing and delivering health promotion and physician outreach
Clinical nursing experience in acute care or community settings
Experience working with marginalized communities and knowledge of disproportionate health impacts
Tuberculosis screening and N-95 mask fit testing may be required
Regular travel in the community and to clinics across the Region of Peel
G class driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or equivalent recognized by a Canadian University
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the College of Nurses of Ontario
Previous nursing experience, public/community health nursing experience, or public health consolidation placement as part of a BScN degree
Current CPR (BLS) certification
Satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station
Understanding of Peel’s diverse community and associated health impacts
Ability to provide non-stigmatizing, equitable, and inclusive care
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships
Advocacy, negotiation, conflict management, and de-escalation skills
Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and participate in project work
Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills
Experience using health status data, research evidence, and guidelines
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with mobile and computer systems, applications, and relevant databases
Effective written and verbal communication, presentations, public speaking, and group facilitation skills
Ability to adapt to changing work environments and support emergency responses
Effective organization and time management skills
May be required to work flexible hours, weekends, standby/on-call, and evenings
May be redeployed to nursing work across the Public Health Department
May be required to work in and travel to multiple locations and use a personal vehicle for work-related purposes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with a minimum of two days per week and up to five days per week on-site, depending on operational needs
Job-based flexible hours of work
Accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request
Accessible formats and communication supports available
Regular full-time employment with collective agreement coverage (CUPE Local 966)