Bayshore HealthCare·Halifax, Nova Scotia
Provide primary and emergency care to residents in remote northern communities through nursing stations and health centers. Perform expanded scope of practice including assessments, health teaching, and implementation of care plans.
Are you seeking an exciting career experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Canada's remote northern communities of Nunavut?
Bayshore HealthCare’s Northern Staffing program has provided high-quality community health care solutions to Canada's North since 1997.
Our Healthcare Professionals work closely with diverse Indigenous communities (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), providing care to community members.
We hire passionate team-members from all over Canada who travel on assignments to remote northern communities of British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
We provide a unique way to experience an expanded clinical scope of practice while enjoying an adventure at the same time!
Average assignment durations are 4 weeks and can be extended if desired.
Work in a team atmosphere performing an expanded scope of practice in communities, providing primary and emergency care to all residents –from newborn to elders –through a nursing station / Health Center in a clinic atmosphere
Utilize the skills of observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, and health teaching according to care plan
Health Promotion, Assessments, planning and implementing care using Best Practice Clinical Practice Guidelines; primary care and emergency care; travel nursing; experience creating care plans; IPAC and communicable disease control, immunizations
Ensure that, on an ongoing basis, the emotional, spiritual, physical comfort and safety of clients are met to the greatest possible extent within the scope of practice
We appreciate and thank all applicants. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.
Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
“At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.”
Bayshore operates in accordance with the applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.
Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a valid nursing license in good standing. Candidates must be willing to obtain licensure in the specific provinces or territories of assignment.
Market context
Nursing support roles in Nova Scotia are often in steady demand because care settings need reliable coverage across shifts and locations. These roles are competitive when employers look for a Canadian PSW, DSW, or Health Care Aid certificate, or a nursing student or graduate, plus current Vulnerable Sector Police check, BLS/CPR, and up-to-date vaccinations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your documents and certifications before applying.