Graduate Nurse Practitioner 2024-2025

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking passionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioners to join their diverse team. This role offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates to practice autonomously, diagnosing patients, prescribing medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. With competitive wages among the highest entry-level rates in Canada, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment for ongoing education, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. Embrace the chance to thrive in a vibrant and inclusive workplace while enjoying the beautiful lifestyle that Nova Scotia has to offer.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Competitive Wages

Relocation Expenses

Health and Dental Benefits

Provincial Pension Plan

Shift and Weekend Premiums

Master's Degree Premiums

Ongoing Clinical Education

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• Must complete studies in the next 12 months.
• Adhere to NSCN Standards for Nursing Practice.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and ordering tests within scope.
• Collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams.

Skills

Autonomous Practice

Patient Diagnosis

Medication Prescription

Collaboration with Healthcare Teams

Education

Graduate Nurse Practitioner Program

Job description

Job Opportunity: Nurse Practitioners - Nova Scotia Health

Req ID: #
Locations across Nova Scotia
Various Departments, Services, and Programs
Employment Type: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities
Union: Nursing

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada. Our mission is to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration, reflected in our hospitals, health centres, and community programs. Join our diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and thinkers.

We employ professionals across the province and believe everyone can find a home here, from vibrant cities to quaint towns. Our roles offer a work-life balance, allowing time to explore and enjoy the Atlantic lifestyle. Discover why many are choosing to move here.

About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health is looking to hire graduate Nurse Practitioners, who will complete their studies in the next 12 months. We aim to foster the next generation of nursing professionals. As a Nurse Practitioner (NP), you will practice autonomously, diagnosing, ordering tests, prescribing medications, and performing procedures within your scope, while collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams.

The NP adheres to NSCN Standards for Nursing Practice and the Code of Ethics, maintaining accountability and engaging in quality improvement activities.

What We Offer

• Signing bonus of $10,000 for a two-year return of service, up to $15,000 for three years in rural units
• Competitive wages, among the highest entry-level rates in Canada
• Up to $5000 in relocation expenses
• Extensive health and dental benefits
• Enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan
• Shift and weekend premiums
• Premiums for completing a Master's Degree in Nursing
• Various shift options
• Ongoing clinical education and support
• Opportunities for advancement

Hours and Shifts

Various permanent, temporary, and casual positions available across Nova Scotia. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly rates range from $58.30 to $68.16, with $70.54/hour for 25+ years of experience. Successful candidates may access health, dental, travel, disability, life insurance, and pension benefits.

Next Steps

Thank you for your interest. A recruiter will contact you to discuss your qualifications and potential opportunities.

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and is committed to an inclusive workforce. We encourage applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and others to apply.

For more information, contact us at [e-mail].