MissionHires

Nurse Practitioner - Halifax, Canada

Published

Location: On Site in Halifax, Canada, Canada

Employment type: Full-time

Salary: CAD115,000 - CAD140,000 per year

Posted: 3 months ago

Why This Role Matters

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.

How You'll Contribute

  • 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

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • 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 capabilities
  • Proven 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

Perks & 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

Who We Are, What We Stand For

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Frequently Asked Questions

Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00, with no on-call at this time.

It’s fully on-site at a modern transitional care facility in West Bedford, Nova Scotia.

Adult patients needing short-term transitional care as they move from acute care back to home or community.

Approximately 22–23 patients per Nurse Practitioner.

A Master’s Degree in Nursing with NP Certification and eligibility for NSCN registration; 2–3 years NP experience preferred.

No. Candidates with Pediatric NP backgrounds cannot be considered due to licensing limitations.

Unionized wage scale aligned with NS Health, full medical/dental/vision/mental health benefits, NSHEPP pension, and paid overtime per NSNU agreement.

Yes, reimbursement up to $5,000 CAD with receipts.