Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
The Registered Nurse practices within the Nova Scotia College of Nurses Standards of Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses and the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics, is responsible and accountable for the nursing care of an assigned group of patients and their families; provides guidance and leadership to peers and other staff; works in a collaborative relationship with colleagues, unit staff, students and members of related health disciplines. There is an expectation to complete additional education as an identified need of the practice area. May be required to cover all aspects of the Palliative Care Service, inpatient unit, clinic, community clinic, etc.
Recruitment Incentives
Successful candidates may be eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus with a defined Return of Service contract.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses (NSCN)
Current CPR or BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
Completion of CNA certification in Hospice Palliative Care.
If no applicants demonstrate current CNA certification, applicants eligible to complete CNA certification in Hospice Palliative Care within one (1) year of hire date may be considered.
Minimum of two (2) years recent Palliative Care experience
If no applicants demonstrate 2 years of Palliative Care experience, applicants with three (3) years recent acute care experience may be considered.
Palliative Care related courses from recognized institutions (ie, EPEC-O or LEAP) required
Adult Oncology Nursing Program (from the DeSouza Institute) considered an asset.
Oncology experience considered an asset.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with patients/families living with the stages of advanced illness
Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision, using good organizational skills
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Long Assignment Full-time Position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Approximately 18 months
Compensation and Benefits
$40.55 - $49.99 Hourly
$51.74 Hourly with 25 years RN experience
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Nursing bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. 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.
Apr 15, 2025
Temporary
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
The Registered Nurse practices within the Nova Scotia College of Nurses Standards of Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses and the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics, is responsible and accountable for the nursing care of an assigned group of patients and their families; provides guidance and leadership to peers and other staff; works in a collaborative relationship with colleagues, unit staff, students and members of related health disciplines. There is an expectation to complete additional education as an identified need of the practice area. May be required to cover all aspects of the Palliative Care Service, inpatient unit, clinic, community clinic, etc.
Recruitment Incentives
Successful candidates may be eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus with a defined Return of Service contract.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses (NSCN)
Current CPR or BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
Completion of CNA certification in Hospice Palliative Care.
If no applicants demonstrate current CNA certification, applicants eligible to complete CNA certification in Hospice Palliative Care within one (1) year of hire date may be considered.
Minimum of two (2) years recent Palliative Care experience
If no applicants demonstrate 2 years of Palliative Care experience, applicants with three (3) years recent acute care experience may be considered.
Palliative Care related courses from recognized institutions (ie, EPEC-O or LEAP) required
Adult Oncology Nursing Program (from the DeSouza Institute) considered an asset.
Oncology experience considered an asset.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with patients/families living with the stages of advanced illness
Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision, using good organizational skills
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Long Assignment Full-time Position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Approximately 18 months
Compensation and Benefits
$40.55 - $49.99 Hourly
$51.74 Hourly with 25 years RN experience
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Nursing bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. 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.
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job, you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Bone marrow failure and myelodysplasia program, in the Division of Haematology/Oncology, to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. The Marrow Failure Program at Sick Kids is a dedicated program that includes a multi-disciplinary and multi-specialty team to treat patients with bone marrow failure and their unique medical needs. In addition to bone marrow failure complications, many of these syndromes are associated with complex medical issues, as well as an increased risk of cancer later in life.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership position in the field of multidisciplinary care for complex haematological disorders
Working with a team of physicians, nurses, social work, and a dietician, you will develop clinical expertise and maintain a wide knowledge base related to the clinical manifestations, diagnoses, treatments, and associated therapy-related complications of inherited and acquired bone marrow failure conditions
You will become an expert in the genetics of bone marrow failure conditions, including theoretical knowledge, consenting families for genetic testing, interpretation of results and genetic counselling
In addition to the clinical role, there is an opportunity to contribute to quality improvement within the department, education initiatives via various platforms as well as marrow failure and nursing research
Perform patient assessments and coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for this select patient population
Develop broad clinical skills and experience in Haematology to lend support to this growing and expanding clinical service
Develop care plans with patients/families and the interprofessional team
Monitor patients¿ responses to their care plans
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Integrate research into practice, contribute to advancing the quality of clinical practice
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Partner with children/families to navigate their chronic illness and advocate for their needs
Provide relevant health education to children and families that is based on their needs, learning styles and stage of development
Collaborate with Haematologists in the adult community to seamlessly transition care as patients age out of Sick Kids
Collaborate with community hospitals, schools, and home care to ensure high quality patient care is supported in different settings
Facilitate specialized testing through international labs
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma in Paediatrics or Primary Health Care
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
5 years of clinical nursing experience in paediatrics is required
Previous experience in a leadership role
Excellent communication and relational skills
Flexible and adaptable to work with different care teams within the Haematology Section
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Innovative critical thinking with excellent problem-solving skills
Commitment to life-long learning to grow NP practice
Excellent time management skills
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Ability to work both independently and part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and experience advancing EDI objectives
Assets
Experience working with Haematology patient population
Experience in genetics/cancer genetics
Employment Type
0.6 FTE, 18-month contract position
Apr 09, 2025
Contractor
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job, you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Bone marrow failure and myelodysplasia program, in the Division of Haematology/Oncology, to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. The Marrow Failure Program at Sick Kids is a dedicated program that includes a multi-disciplinary and multi-specialty team to treat patients with bone marrow failure and their unique medical needs. In addition to bone marrow failure complications, many of these syndromes are associated with complex medical issues, as well as an increased risk of cancer later in life.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership position in the field of multidisciplinary care for complex haematological disorders
Working with a team of physicians, nurses, social work, and a dietician, you will develop clinical expertise and maintain a wide knowledge base related to the clinical manifestations, diagnoses, treatments, and associated therapy-related complications of inherited and acquired bone marrow failure conditions
You will become an expert in the genetics of bone marrow failure conditions, including theoretical knowledge, consenting families for genetic testing, interpretation of results and genetic counselling
In addition to the clinical role, there is an opportunity to contribute to quality improvement within the department, education initiatives via various platforms as well as marrow failure and nursing research
Perform patient assessments and coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for this select patient population
Develop broad clinical skills and experience in Haematology to lend support to this growing and expanding clinical service
Develop care plans with patients/families and the interprofessional team
Monitor patients¿ responses to their care plans
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Integrate research into practice, contribute to advancing the quality of clinical practice
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Partner with children/families to navigate their chronic illness and advocate for their needs
Provide relevant health education to children and families that is based on their needs, learning styles and stage of development
Collaborate with Haematologists in the adult community to seamlessly transition care as patients age out of Sick Kids
Collaborate with community hospitals, schools, and home care to ensure high quality patient care is supported in different settings
Facilitate specialized testing through international labs
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma in Paediatrics or Primary Health Care
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
5 years of clinical nursing experience in paediatrics is required
Previous experience in a leadership role
Excellent communication and relational skills
Flexible and adaptable to work with different care teams within the Haematology Section
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Innovative critical thinking with excellent problem-solving skills
Commitment to life-long learning to grow NP practice
Excellent time management skills
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Ability to work both independently and part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and experience advancing EDI objectives
Assets
Experience working with Haematology patient population
Experience in genetics/cancer genetics
Employment Type
0.6 FTE, 18-month contract position
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job - you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Division of Haematology/Oncology to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. This role will support the Leukemia & Lymphoma patient population, across the inpatient and outpatient setting.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Provides comprehensive health care to specific patient populations cared for by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Section in the Division of Haematology/Oncology
Is a member of the health care team, and serves as the key contact person for patients and families
Coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for select patient populations
Integrate research into practice
Create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge
Conduct environmental assessments and help guide child/family through the treatment program
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Provide assistance with acquiring specialized equipment for children in the program
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
3 - 5 years of clinical nursing experience in pediatrics
Previous experience in a leadership role
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus
Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication, public speaking and problem-solving skills
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives
Assets
Experience in Haematology/Oncology, chemotherapy administration and palliative care
Employment Type
1.0 FTE, 13 month contract
Inpatient and Outpatient program support, variety of shifts with different lengths
Apr 09, 2025
Contractor
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job - you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Division of Haematology/Oncology to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. This role will support the Leukemia & Lymphoma patient population, across the inpatient and outpatient setting.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Provides comprehensive health care to specific patient populations cared for by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Section in the Division of Haematology/Oncology
Is a member of the health care team, and serves as the key contact person for patients and families
Coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for select patient populations
Integrate research into practice
Create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge
Conduct environmental assessments and help guide child/family through the treatment program
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Provide assistance with acquiring specialized equipment for children in the program
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
3 - 5 years of clinical nursing experience in pediatrics
Previous experience in a leadership role
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus
Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication, public speaking and problem-solving skills
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives
Assets
Experience in Haematology/Oncology, chemotherapy administration and palliative care
Employment Type
1.0 FTE, 13 month contract
Inpatient and Outpatient program support, variety of shifts with different lengths
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job, you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible.
Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Division of Haematology
Oncology, BMT Program to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centered nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Provides comprehensive health care and coordination for patients who are being considered and planned for blood or marrow transplant or cellular therapy
Is a member of the health care team, and serves as the key contact person for patient and families followed by the BMT/CT team
Coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for transplant recipients, donors
Integrate research into practice; opportunity to participate in leading and cutting edge research in the field of cellular and gene therapies ¿ contributing to precision child health
Create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge
Conduct environmental assessments (home, community, school) and help guide child/family through the treatment program; provide anticipatory guidance on pre- and post-transplant/cellular therapy care
Identify and link to services and resources in community, collaborate with referral centres from across Ontario and other provinces
Here's What You'll Need
Essential Requirements
Completion of a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner program
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
3 - 5 years of clinical nursing experience in paediatrics
Previous experience in a leadership role
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus
Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication, public speaking and problem solving skills
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Commitment to Patient and Staff Safety
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and experience advancing EDI objectives
Assets
Experience in Hematology/Oncology, BMT, chemotherapy administration and palliative care
Employment Type
Full Time (37.5 hours per week) 18-month contract
8B inpatient unit and BMT/CT Clinic outpatient program rotation as needed
Apr 09, 2025
Contractor
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job, you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible.
Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Division of Haematology
Oncology, BMT Program to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centered nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Provides comprehensive health care and coordination for patients who are being considered and planned for blood or marrow transplant or cellular therapy
Is a member of the health care team, and serves as the key contact person for patient and families followed by the BMT/CT team
Coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for transplant recipients, donors
Integrate research into practice; opportunity to participate in leading and cutting edge research in the field of cellular and gene therapies ¿ contributing to precision child health
Create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge
Conduct environmental assessments (home, community, school) and help guide child/family through the treatment program; provide anticipatory guidance on pre- and post-transplant/cellular therapy care
Identify and link to services and resources in community, collaborate with referral centres from across Ontario and other provinces
Here's What You'll Need
Essential Requirements
Completion of a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner program
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
3 - 5 years of clinical nursing experience in paediatrics
Previous experience in a leadership role
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus
Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication, public speaking and problem solving skills
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Commitment to Patient and Staff Safety
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and experience advancing EDI objectives
Assets
Experience in Hematology/Oncology, BMT, chemotherapy administration and palliative care
Employment Type
Full Time (37.5 hours per week) 18-month contract
8B inpatient unit and BMT/CT Clinic outpatient program rotation as needed