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The Nova Scotia College of Nursing is seeking the services of a Registration Consultant for an 18-month term to join our dynamic team and contribute to our organization’s vision, mission and strategic plan. 

Full-time, 35 Hours/Week

Hybrid (minimum two-days per week onsite)

About NSCN:

The Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) is the safeguard that ensures the public that all nurses in Nova Scotia have the education and skills they need to care for people safely, competently, ethically, and compassionately. The public trusts us to regulate the nursing profession in their interest and our staff are empowered to ensure public protection is our top priority. As an organization built on trust, we offer a supportive, professional and collaborative workplace for you to learn and lead. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures we inspire excellence both publicly and within our organization.

The Registration Consultant:

• Ensures fair, equitable, and consistent application of regulatory requirements and policies for applicants seeking registration and licensure.
• Determining eligibility to write, and ensures appropriate administration of, all registration examination(s);
• Determining eligibility for all forms of registration and licensure with NSCN and communicating these decisions, with reasons, in writing
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of all registration decisions in the registration database.
• Provides guidance and interpretation of registration requirements, policies, and legislation to applicants, members, and stakeholders across the health sector.
• Ensures registration and licensure forms, processes, and website content are current, accurate, and aligned with best practices.
• Participates in the development of legislation, policies, guidelines, recommendations that support effective regulatory function
• Prepares reports and shares insights on trends, data, and issues impacting registration services, and supports committees and stakeholders as needed.

Education and experience:

• Undergraduate degree required.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience working with databases and/or regulatory registration processes considered an asset.
• Current nursing license to practice or eligible to register with NSCN would be considered an asset.

Job specific competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work in teams.
• Experience managing a high workload in a fast-paced environment
• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) skills.
• Technical proficiency in the use of computers and programs.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Work independently with little supervision

About You:

You bring experience working in a regulatory, administrative, or health-related environment and are comfortable applying policies and legislation in a fair and consistent way. 

You’re highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy in your work, especially when working with databases and systems. You’re comfortable using technology and take pride in keeping information complete and up to date.

Visit us at www.nscn.ca to learn more about the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, we invite you to apply with your cover letter and resume via email to: hr@nscn.ca. 

Applications:

Applications will be received until 4:00 PM (ADT) on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

NSCN is proud to be an inclusive employer that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We are committed to equitable hiring practices and to fostering a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Qualified individuals from underrepresented groups who would contribute to the diversity and shared vision of our organization are encouraged to apply. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@nscn.ca.