Careers

Practice Consultant

(12 month Contract Position)

Full-time, 35 Hours/Week

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 Nova Scotia College of Nursing is seeking the services of a Practice Consultant for a 12 month term to join our dynamic team and contribute to our organization’s vision, mission and strategic plan. 

The Practice Consultant:

• provides individual and group consultation and education services to nurses and stakeholders;
• analyzes evolving trends and developments in nursing and the health system;
• gathers, interprets and uses best evidence to develop, implement and evaluate policy,
• develops documents tools, programs, guidelines or recommendations to provide guidance and support for professional nursing practice;
• utilizes project and change management methods to develop resources that support quality and effective nursing practice;
• builds strong networks within the profession and linkages across the health sector to support the practice of nursing in the public interest
• contributes to the achievements of the Standards and Guidance and Customer Experience Team to meet NSCN’s Purpose, Mission, Vision and Values.

Education and Licensure 

• Undergraduate (degree required) Master’s in Nursing or Education is an asset.
• Our Standards and Guidance team is comprised of a combination of LPNs and RNs. This contract position is for a candidate that holds either a LPN, RN, RPN or NP nursing licence in good standing or is eligible to register with NSCN.

Job Specific Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work in teams.
• Experience managing a high workload in a fast-paced environment
• Is both trauma informed and culturally sensitive in their approach
• Superior analytical and writing skills
• Project management skills .
• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) skills.
• Technical proficiency in the use of computers and programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the health system.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Work independently with little supervision
• Air and car travel may be  required. The successful candidate must hold a current Nova Scotia driver’s license and can operate a motor vehicle.

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 will be received until 4:00 PM (ADT) on Friday, March 6, 2026.  Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. 

The Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Qualified individuals from underrepresented groups who would contribute to the diversification and shared vision of our organization are encouraged to apply. 

NSCN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is representative of the communities we support. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at hr@nscn.ca.

Communications Coordinator

Permanent 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 the public’s 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. 

As part of the NSCN team, you will contribute to our purpose of leading to inspire excellence to uphold public confidence. Excellence is at the core of all we do. Together, we will support our nurses to provide safe, competent and compassionate care in the communities we live and work. Our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB) ensures we inspire excellence both publicly and within our organization. We are looking for an individual who will settle for nothing less than excellence in their role. 

Job Summary:

The Communications Coordinator will work as part of the Communications team, reporting to the Communications Director, and contribute to the planning, development, and execution of communications initiatives that advance NSCN’s organizational priorities. The Communications Coordinator also supports and executes communications plans, strategies, tactics and materials in support of NSCN’s equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB) objectives that further NSCN’s vision, mission, values and strategic objectives. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Play a key role in the planning, organizing, executing and monitoring of internal and external communications plans, strategies and related activities.
• Participate collaboratively in internal, cross functional committees, teams and/or projects as a communications representative.
• Contribute to and implement digital communications design and content for the organization’s multi-channel platforms, including the e-newsletter, organizational emails, online advertisements, social media, organizational reports, and video content.
• Serve as writer and editor for day-to-day communications, using plain language principles, developing and applying standard document formats, and engaging key audiences through a clear and inclusive consultation process.
• Contribute to and implement NSCN’s social media strategy, including but not limited to: developing content and graphics, reporting analytics, creating and managing the organization’s overall online social media presence.
• Contribute to the development of support documents and resources for nurses
• Co-lead the communications work on the NSCN website, with accessibility and the user experience in mind. This includes:
  • Developing content for new or existing pages as needed
  • Proofreading new or revised content
  • Building new pages and revising out of date pages
  • Refresh current web pages by reviewing pages, adding new contact information and updating layout
  • Creating webforms to support NSCN events and programs
  • Implement new strategies based on website analytics and feedback and finding new ways to engage key audiences through the website.
• Contribute to NSCN’s EDIB journey as an inclusive communicator and apply an EDIB lens to all internal and external communications work to meet the diverse communication needs of our audiences.
• Assist in implementing the organization’s media strategy, including: media relations, media monitoring, and providing other support as required.

About You: 

Your experience includes developing communications plans and contributing strategic communications expertise to advance an organization’s goals. You demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills and can adapt messages for diverse audiences using inclusive and accessible language. You bring design skills to the role, with experience applying brand in designed materials and creating basic video content. You are adept at managing multiple organization-wide projects, understand how to prioritize workload effectively, and are highly organized, dependable, and adaptable in a changing environment. As a collaborative team player, you build strong relationships with colleagues, NSCN key audiences and media representatives with ease. You believe in the value of the communications function and remain committed to staying informed of best practices, bringing forward thoughtful ideas and solutions in the best interest of NSCN.

Education & Experience: 

• Undergraduate degree in public relations or communications or diploma in public relations/communications with relevant experience.
• Minimum 4-5 years of communication experience.
• Knowledge and practical experience managing digital communications platforms such as: website management systems, email marketing platforms, social media management platforms, and social media sites.
• Experience with digital and graphic design, video creation, and podcasting tools considered an asset (i.e., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, PowerPoint, etc.).

Compensation and Benefits:

• We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package, including excellent vacation, paid sick leave, flex time, hybrid work options; cost shared pension, medical, dental, life and disability insurance and healthy living allowance.
• NSCN prides itself on being a positive, collaborative work environment.

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 will be received until April 3, 2026. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

At NSCN, we are deeply committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. Qualified individuals from underrepresented groups who would contribute to the diversification and shared vision of our organization are encouraged to apply. 

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 fostering a workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@nscn.ca.