Nurse Practitioner - Seeking Experienced Candidates
Nova Scotia Health and IWK HealthRole Overview
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health is hiring a mid-level Nurse Practitioner - Seeking Experienced Candidates. This is a full-time role in CA. Part of Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health's Nursing hiring, posted 4 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Req ID: 222612
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union: Nursing Bargaining Unit, Constituent Union Based on Location
How You Make an Impact
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province’s largest provider of health services — we are a team committed to excellence in health, healing and learning across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
We are seeking compassionate Nurse Practitioners to join our teams across various programs and locations, providing patient-centred care within a collaborative healthcare environment. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career and enjoying the exceptional lifestyle Nova Scotia has to offer.
Up and down the coast, Nova Scotia Health offers exciting nursing opportunities in communities across the province. Explore site-specific and unit-profiles here:
- Central Zone
- Eastern Zone
- Northern Zone
- Western Zone
Compensation
$59.47 - $69.52 hourly
$71.96 hourly with 25 year's experience
What We Offer
Nova Scotia Health offers the following benefits for eligible positions:
- Virtual Health Access: Get convenient, on-demand care through Telus Health, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health — giving you and your family peace of mind wherever you are.
- Paid Vacation: Start your journey with three weeks of paid vacation each year, so you can relax, recharge, and do more of what you love.
- Parental Leave Top-Up: We proudly support growing families with a parental leave top-up, helping you focus on what matters most during life’s biggest moments.
- Exclusive Corporate Discounts: Enjoy access to a wide range of corporate discounts, saving you money on products, services, and experiences.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Eligible candidates can take advantage of a robust benefits program through Nova Scotia Health, including:
- * Health & dental coverage
- Travel insurance
- Long-term disability protection
- Life insurance
- A defined benefit pension plan
Your Must-Haves
- Licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a Nurse Practitioner with Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
Opportunities Available
To learn more about our locations please visit: Nova Scotia Communities - More than Medicine - Healthcare Jobs in Nova Scotia, Canada
At Nova Scotia Health, our Nurse Practitioner vacancies are dynamic and subject to change at any time based on operational and organizational needs. We invite candidates to apply below and answer a few questions about yourself, including your nursing areas of interest. After you submit, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will contact you directly to discuss your background, skills, and preferences.
We have immediate opportunities in many areas throughout Nova Scotia, including but not limited to:
- Primary Health Care (For consideration as a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner, please apply here)
- Mental Health & Addictions
- Cancer Care
- Emergency
- Urgent Treatment Centre
- Medical/Surgical
- Geriatric Care
- Cardiac Surgery
- Palliative Care
- Stroke Rehabilitation
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.
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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, programs, and communities, please contact us recruitment.services-nsha@nshealth.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Nurse Practitioner - Seeking Experienced Candidates position at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Nurse Practitioner - Seeking Experienced Candidates position at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health located?
This position is based in CA. Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Nurse Practitioner - Seeking Experienced Candidates at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health earn?
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Nurse Practitioner - Seeking Experienced Candidates role at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health posted?
This role was posted on June 11, 2026 (4 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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