Nurse Practitioner Transitional Health
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17 hours ago
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Job Summary
Title: Nurse Practitioner - Transitional Health
Status: Full-Time
Location: West Bedford Nova Scotia Canada
Relocation: Assistance Available
Salary: Salary to be discussed with a Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter.
Visa Support: TN1 visa support available
Position Overview:
Join an innovative healthcare organization as a Nurse Practitioner in a cutting-edge transitional care facility located in West Bedford Nova Scotia. This modern purpose-built center provides short-term care to adult patients transitioning from acute care settings back to their homes or communities. It is not a hospital or long-term care facility.
This full-time role places Nurse Practitioners in a leadership position as the Most Responsible Health Care Provider (MRP) offering a rare opportunity to deliver evidence-based patient-centered care in a highly collaborative and supportive environment.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Act as the primary healthcare provider for patients in transitional care.
- Independently assess diagnose prescribe and treat within your legislated scope.
- Lead clinical teams on-site providing direct supervision and clinical expertise.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including restorative care professionals nurses and allied health staff.
- Create care plans aligned with patient and family goals to help patients return home or to their communities.
Qualifications:
- Education: Masters Degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner Certification.
- Licensure: Eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing.
- Experience: 2-3 years as a Nurse Practitioner preferred (acute or rehabilitative care ideal).
- Practice Setting: Must be comfortable with hands-on care in an on-site setting.
- Note: Candidates with Pediatric NP backgrounds cannot be considered due to licensing limitations.
Key Skills Required:
- Advanced clinical decision-making and diagnostic ability.
- Leadership and shift supervisory capabilities.
- Strong teamwork within an interdisciplinary care environment.
Work Schedule & Setting:
- Schedule: Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00
- Patient Load: Approximately 22-23 patients per NP
- Team: 3 NPs currently on staff 4 new roles being added
- On-Call: No on-call requirement at this time
- Overtime: Paid as per the NSNU Collective Agreement
- Other Premiums: Shift premiums and other benefits outlined in the NSNU Collective Agreement
- Facility Perks:
- Brand-new purpose-built care center
- No traffic congestion in West Bedford
- Free on-site parking
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: Unionized wage scale aligned with NS Health (exact rate discussed during interview)
- Relocation: Reimbursement up to $5000 CAD with receipts
- Benefits: Full coverage for medical dental vision mental health services and virtual healthcare access
- Pension: Participation in the NSHEPP pension plan (fully transferable from NS Health)
- Perks:
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Access to the WorkPerks discount program
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Pain Management
- Acute Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Vital Signs Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pediatrics Experience
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Medicare
