Expression of Interest - Emergency Nursing Program (ENP)
About The Position
Are you interested in a career in Emergency Nursing? We are seeking nurses interested in receiving specialty training and a permanent position to work in Emergency Nursing at Nova Scotia Health! We have vacancies in a variety of Emergency Departments across Nova Scotia Health and look forward to discussing this opportunity with you. The Emergency Nursing Program (ENP) prepares Registered Nurses for professional practice in the emergency department. This performance-based program supports RNs to advance their clinical judgement, critical thinking, and clinical leadership to work collaboratively with the interprofessional team. Whether you are a new graduate, new hire, or have experience in acute care, this program prepares you to care for patients with low to high acuity emergencies. Programs options include full time (12 weeks) and part time (6 months) aimed at ensuring the nurse achieves the knowledge, skills and abilities required to meet the program competencies. The program will be aligned with a transition to practice approach, with blended clinical and study time, that will support the nurse in transferring program competencies into their Emergency Nursing practice. Employees accepted into the program will also be scheduled for regular periods of orientation in the emergency environment with the purpose of providing further support in transitioning to this specialized area. Information related to the program can be accessed here: Overview of Emergency Nursing Program at the Learning Institute Successful applicants will agree to complete the program and continue working for a minimum of twelve (12) months as a Registered Nurse in the assigned unit and will be required to sign a one (1) year Return of Service Agreement.
Requirements
- Currently working as a Registered Nurse within Nova Scotia Health, or are interested in starting a nursing career at Nova Scotia Health
- Registered Nurse
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of one (1) year acute care experience preferred
- IMCU experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Complete the Emergency Nursing Program (ENP).
- Continue working for a minimum of twelve (12) months as a Registered Nurse in the assigned unit.
- Sign a one (1) year Return of Service Agreement.
Benefits
- Full sponsorship in the Emergency Nursing Program ($20,000+)
- In person simulation/skills labs and clinical training is available in all four zones
- Continuous Clinical Education & Support
- Opportunity for advancement within the organization
- health coverage
- dental coverage
- travel coverage
- long-term disability coverage
- life insurance coverage
- defined benefit pension plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
