About Calian
At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.
We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected.
If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.
Job Type: Full Time
Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.
Position Overview
We’re seeking a Nurse Practitioner to be a vital part of our multidisciplinary primary health care clinical team, delivering top-notch care to Canadian Armed Forces members at our primary care medical clinic on base in Greenwood.
From providing essential primary care and occupational health services to tackling minor traumas and championing health promotion initiatives, your role will be as diverse as it is rewarding. Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our nation’s defenders, offering them the care and support they deserve.
Your role will be diverse and rewarding. If you’re a dedicated healthcare professional ready to make a difference, we want you on our team!
Calian Understands The Importance Of a Healthy Work-life Balance. We Continually Strive To Create a Positive Impact On Our Employees’ Quality Of Life. We Have Unique Opportunities To Work In a Challenging And Rewarding Work Environment With a Strong Focus On Teamwork. This Position Offers
- Generous allotment of time for booked appointments, giving you the opportunity to provide quality care
- A fully functional clinic with access to diagnostic and support services within the clinic or the local community
- Direct access to a robust Mental Health department including psychiatrists, psychologist, Social Workers, and Addictions Counselors
- Regular weekday hours with no evening or weekend work (Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4 pm)
You will find yourself in a truly rewarding turnkey position providing the gold standard of health care to your patient population along with a collaborative team.
Responsibilities
- Performs comprehensive health assessments using sound clinical judgment, diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
- Practices autonomously and is solely accountable for his/her actions while practicing.
- Consults with physicians or other health care professionals when the client’s condition requires care beyond the scope of NP practice.
- Makes appropriate medical employment limitation recommendations in accordance with the Surgeon General’s guidelines.
- Prescribes medications and orders x-rays, ultrasounds, and lab tests in accordance with the Standards of Practice for RNs in the Extended Class
- Implements strategies to promote health and prevent illness with individuals, families or groups.
- Collaborates on the management of Members with stable chronic illnesses (such as diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and asthma) through a predetermined referral process.
- Refers patients to other providers or programs according to the patient’s need.
Qualifications
- Licensed and in good standing within the province of Nova Scotia
- One year of related experience post graduation from Nurse Practitioner program required
- Experience with occupational injuries preferred
- Basic Life Support for Health Providers or CPR/AED Level C
Additional Requirements
Ability to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level
Compensation
$70 – $77 an hour
Vacancy
We have one available position
AI Usage Disclosure
At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.
Security clearances
- A security clearance and/or vulnerable sector screening might be required for this position.
- Our recruiter will walk you through the security clearance requirement and process.
Perks and benefits
- Weekday hours, 7:30am – 4pm - no evenings or weekends
- Generous allotment of time for booked appointments
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Easy access to onsite specialists and support services
- Motivated patient population
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package for applicable full time positions
