Nurse Practitioner - Nova Scotia Brotherhood & Sisterhood - Primary Health Care
Req ID: 225135Location: Central Zone, Dr Maria Angwin Memorial ClinicDepartment: PHC CZ DSE Sisterhood InitiativeType of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1Union: NSNU Nursing. . .
Req ID: 225135Location: Central Zone, Dr Maria Angwin Memorial ClinicDepartment: PHC CZ DSE Sisterhood InitiativeType of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1Union: NSNU Nursing PositionPosting Closing Date: 18-Aug-26About the OpportunityThe Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive clinical care to patients in a designated service or program areas. The Nurse Practitioner partners with and complements other members of the health care team for the achievement of person and family-centered care. The Nurse Practitioner as the most responsible healthcare provider (MRHCP), works autonomously to diagnose, order, and interpret laboratory tests, order and interpret reports of diagnostic imaging investigations, prescribe pharmaceuticals, and perform procedures. The Nurse Practitioner works to admit, transfer, accept transfer of and discharge within the legislated scope of practice. The Nurse Practitioner provides direct care (including inpatient care) and partners with other members of the health care team for the achievement of the most appropriate and timely care for patients. Working autonomously or in collaboration with other members of the team, the Nurse Practitioner provides care for and monitors the physical/biologic, psychologic, spiritual needs of patients and integrates these into holistic care plans engaging as appropriate with family, community, and other agencies/services. Nurse Practitioners are accountable to and ensure their practice is consistent with, both the Nova Scotia Nursing & Midwifery Regulator Nursing Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners, as well as the Canadian Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses. Nurse Practitioners are accountable for providing safe, competent, compassionate, and ethical care within their legislated scope of practice, educational preparation, and individual competence, and to engage in professional development and educational activities to develop and maintain competence meeting role requirements and care needs. Nurse Practitioners are responsible and accountable for their own practice consistent with relevant legislation, and professional, and ethical standards. The Nurse Practitioner ensures that the principles and practices that guide Nova Scotia Health such as the vision, mission, values, expected behaviors, leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships, and interdisciplinary collaboration are integrated within the work that they do and through the messages they deliver. The successful candidate for this role must have lived experience as a person of African descent. About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:Masters of Nursing – Advanced Nursing Practice streamCurrent registration (or eligibility) to register as a Nurse PractitionerRegistered with the Nova Scotia Nursing & Midwifery Regulator (NSNMR) with active-practicing status, with a license to practice as an NP in Nova ScotiaSuccessful in the NP examinationLived experience as an African Canadian within the black community is a key requirementCNA Certification in a relevant field would be an assetAbility to work collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary teamExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills and aptitude for progressive, innovative, and creative thinkingAdaptable to changing situations and environmentsPossesses strong leadership and organizational skills and a high degree of judgment and initiativeCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredCurrent certification in BCLSCourse certification as applicable to program area (ACLS, TNCC) an assetMust have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle. Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. HoursLong assignment full-time position; 75 hours bi-weeklyApproximately 12 monthsShifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidaysCompensation and Benefits$59. 47 - $69. 52 hourly$71. 95 with 25 years of NP experienceSuccessful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. What You'll Love About Nova Scotia HealthNova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.