Nurse Practitioner - Halifax, Canada

MissionHires; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

WorkPerks discount program

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking full-time Nurse Practitioners in Halifax County to provide evidence-based care in a modern transitional care facility. The role involves assessing and treating patients as the Most Responsible Health Care Provider, collaborating with clinical teams, and developing safe transition care plans.

Ideal candidates will have a Master’s Degree in Nursing and Nurse Practitioner Certification, with a strong preference for experience in acute or rehabilitative care.

The position offers competitive salary, relocation support, comprehensive benefits, and other perks.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.
• Comfort and proficiency in on-site patient care.
• Able to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Responsible Health Care Provider for adult patients.
• Lead clinical teams and provide direct supervision.
• Develop and implement patient-centered care plans.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner Certification

Advanced clinical decision-making

Leadership skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

MissionHires is partnering with a modern transitional care facility in West Bedford, Nova Scotia to hire full-time Nurse Practitioners (MRP role). In this on-site, weekday position, you’ll independently assess, diagnose, prescribe, and lead interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care for adults transitioning from acute care back to home or community. Competitive unionized compensation, strong benefits, pension, relocation support, and a brand-new facility with free parking.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Most Responsible Health Care Provider (MRP) for adult patients in a transitional care setting
• Independently assess, diagnose, prescribe, and treat within legislated NP scope of practice
• Lead on-site clinical teams and provide direct supervision and clinical expertise
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams (restorative care professionals, nurses, allied health)
• Develop and implement evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care plans focused on safe transition home or to community
• Manage a patient panel of approximately 22–23 patients per NP
• Contribute to a supportive, collaborative, and outcomes-driven care environment
• Uphold regulatory, documentation, and quality standards aligned with organizational and union guidelines

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner Certification
• Eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
• 2–3 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred (acute or rehabilitative care ideal)
• Comfort and proficiency providing hands-on, on-site patient care
• Advanced clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills
• Demonstrated leadership and shift supervisory capabilitiesProven ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment
• Availability to work Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00; no current on-call requirement
• Note: Pediatric NP backgrounds cannot be considered due to licensing limitations

Benefits

• Salary: Unionized wage scale aligned with NS Health (exact rate discussed during interview)

• Relocation: Reimbursement up to $5,000 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 transferrable from NS Health)

• Perks:

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Access to the WorkPerks discount program