Nurse Practitioner, Transitional Health

Job Description

As a Nurse Practitioner, you have the power to redefine how patients transition from hospital to home. 
This role offers the opportunity to lead innovation, influence system change, and help shape a new model of transitional health — joining a team that’s setting a new standard for care in Nova Scotia through compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

Meaningful Benefits

When you join Shannex, you join a community of Great People who are passionate about making a difference. Our teams are grounded in respect, professionalism, and a shared commitment to safe, person-centered care. You’ll work in a collaborative, modern environment designed to support both patients and the healthcare professionals who serve them.

Here’s what else you can look forward to:

• Competitive annual salary: $115,960 – $140,314 (based on 2080 hours/year) plus a signing bonus
• Portability: NSNU seniority, vacation accrual, experience, and pension plan portability recognized
• Recognition programs, and access to WorkPerks for thousands of exclusive discounts
• Relocation and immigration support available for eligible candidates
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and travel insurance
• 24/7 virtual healthcare access through our group benefit plan — at no cost to employees
• Immediate vacation accrual and paid professional development opportunities through the the Shannex Centre of Excellence
• Free onsite parking and a supportive, values-driven team environment where your expertise is respected and your wellbeing matters

About the Opportunity

The transitional care model bridges hospital and home, supporting patients who need extra time and care to return safely to their communities. Rooted in dignity, safety, and partnership, this model ensures each patient’s journey is guided by evidence-based practice and meaningful human connection.
The Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively to create care plans that help patients achieve their goal of going home safely and confidently. In this role you will also:

• Work autonomously to diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests with a strong commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform procedures within your scope of practice
• Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to support seamless, compassionate transitions from hospital to home
• Build trusted relationships with patients and families, ensuring care plans align with their goals, values, and lived experiences
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and innovation that advance transitional health care across the system

About You

You’re a compassionate, forward-thinking healthcare professional who thrives in collaborative, patient-centered settings. You believe in treating every person with dignity, leading with professionalism, and creating safe spaces for healing and recovery.
You bring:

• A Master’s degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner Certification
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing in good standing
• Experience supporting vulnerable or complex populations through admission, care planning, or discharge (an asset)
• A passion for helping patients safely return home and maintain independence
• Fluency in English

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Contact Information

Xheneta Mehmeti, HR Generalist

xmehmeti@shannex.com

C: 902-237-5860

P: 902-418-8555

Fax: 902-446-3768

Address

21 Hogan Crt, Bedford NS B4B 1H6, Canada

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Apply today to join the Shannex team of Great People!

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.