Req ID: 222791Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova ScotiaDepartment: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia HealthType of Employment: Casual ReliefUnion: NursingHow You Make an Impact  

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province’s largest provider of health services — we are a team committed to excellence in health, healing and learning across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.We are seeking compassionate nursing students interested in the Undergraduate Student Nurse (USN) role to join our teams across various programs and locations, providing patient-centred care within a collaborative healthcare environment. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career and enjoying the exceptional lifestyle Nova Scotia has to offer. About the Opportunity The Undergraduate Student Nurse (USN) is an unregulated direct care provider who works as a member of the healthcare team providing safe patient/client/resident care while utilizing the nursing process.The USN works in a collaborative practice environment, with various healthcare providers and is accountable to provide competent, safe, and ethical professional practice to individuals, families, and groups. Collaboration with other systems and external partners may be required. Positions are open for new students who meet the 440 clinical hour requirement, have not already secured a role as an Undergraduate Student Nurse, and are not graduating until after October 2026. The start dates for this position will be in September 2026.   Hiring will be made based on current operational needs across the organization. While we encourage applicants to indicate their preferred location, placement will depend on active needs at the time of application. Opportunities and availability may change at any time due to shifting organizational needs. Once an offer has been made, there will not be an opportunity to decline for another offer.    Please note:We do our best to take your preferred location into account during the hiring process. However, final placement is based on where the organization has the greatest need at the time of hire, and available opportunities may shift. Once an offer is accepted, the placement is final, and we're not able to make changes to the assigned location.About You We want to hear from you if you have the following:

Active enrollment in an accredited education program including:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Bachelor of Nursing (BN)

Completed a minimum of 440 clinical hours as part of your education program Completed Physical Assessment and Pharmacology courses

Please ensure your resume includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours

Casual relief (no guarantee of hours) opportunities are available in various Medical, Surgical, Mental Health & Addictions, and Long-Term Care areas throughout Nova Scotia Health.   Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.  You will be asked to specify your work location preferences in the screening questions that follow once you apply. Compensation and Benefits $27.90 hourly Did you know that Nova Scotia Health has a New Nurse Mentorship Program that aims to create a supportive environment where undergraduate student nurses, newly-licensed registered nurses, practical nurses, and Internationally Educated Nurses can process their experiences as they transition to practice. It provides counsel, camaraderie, and inclusion. Our group of Mentors are a dynamic group with years of nursing experience.Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.    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. If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, programs, and communities, please contact us studentrecruitment@nshealth.ca.