A leading Canadian healthcare organization is expanding its team of Nurse Practitioners at a transitional care facility in Bedford Nova Scotia. This facility specializes in short-term care for adults (18) transitioning from acute hospital settings back to independent livingnot a hospital or long-term care setting.
This role offers Nurse Practitioners the opportunity to serve as the primary healthcare provider working autonomously while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team. Youll have the chance to shape a patient-focused model of care in a modern facility all while living in a vibrant community near Halifax.
Tasks
Key Responsibilities
- Function as the primary healthcare provider for patients receiving transitional care.
- Independently diagnose order and interpret diagnostic tests prescribe medications and perform procedures.
- Provide on-site clinical leadership including supervision of staff during shifts.
- Collaborate closely with restorative health professionals allied health staff and nursing teams to deliver comprehensive care.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Education: Masters Degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner Certification.
- Licensing: Eligibility for licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing.
- Experience: Minimum 23 years of Nurse Practitioner experience (acute care or rehabilitative care preferred but not required).
- Work Style: Comfortable in a hands-on role (not virtual-only).
- Exclusions: Pediatric NP backgrounds cannot be considered due to licensing restrictions.
Required Skill Sets
- Clinical autonomy in advanced practice nursing.
- Leadership and supervisory abilities.
- Collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive unionized wage scale based on experience (to be discussed with recruiter).
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $5000 CAD (reimbursement with receipts).
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage plus access to virtual healthcare and mental health services.
- Pension: Participation in a robust healthcare pension plan.
- Perks: Employee Assistance Program WorkPerks discount program and tuition reimbursement opportunities.