Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 228902 Location: Flexible within Central Zone or Eastern Zone Department: CC Client Services SMRH Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Management/Non Union P osition Posting Closing Date: 13-Nov-26 About the Opportunity Reporting to the Home Care Nursing Services Manager, the Assistant Manager supports the work of the manager and the Continuing Care Nursing program. Key responsibilities include leadership, problem solving, mentoring, performance and human resource management, as well as ensuring that staff have the skills and education required to provide best practice in the community care environment. Supporting quality, timely and effective clinical nursing care is the key responsibility of this position. This position will be based at one of the Continuing Care Nursing offices in Central Zone (Musquodoboit Valley, Musquodoboit Harbour, Sheet Harbour) or in a Continuing Care Nursing office in Eastern Zone (Sherbrooke, Guysborough, Canso, Port Hawkesbury) - location will be determined based on the successful candidate Travel within the Zone is required. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Licensed or eligible for registration with Nova Scotia Nursing and Midwifery Regulator (NSNMR) required Five (5) years' current clinical experience in community nursing or acute care nursing with a minimum of 3 years management experience preferred Knowledge of Continuing Care programs and services an asset Demonstrated leadership skills in a healthcare environment and ongoing professional development Demonstrated commitment to the Home First philosophy while fostering client independence Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and enhanced customer service Strong human resource management, financial management, interpersonal and communication skills Demonstrated organizational skills and a high degree of initiative and self-motivation are required Flexibility and creativity are required to meet the challenges in a dynamically changing environment Excellent time management, organizational and problem-solving skills Travel to other sites required; valid driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly This position will be based at one of the Continuing Care Nursing offices in Central Zone (Musquodoboit Valley, Musquodoboit Harbour, Sheet Harbour) or in a Continuing Care Nursing office in Eastern Zone (Sherbrooke, Guysborough, Canso, Port Hawkesbury) - location will be determined based on the successful candidate Compensation and Benefits Pay Scale Type: Management Band: 5 Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04 Annual Salary: $89,205.21 - $109,276.38 Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available. What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 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.