Bilingual Registered Nurse

The Bilingual Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, patient-centered care within acute and community healthcare settings. The RN works collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for diverse patient populations.

Bilingual capability (English + French) is required to support patient communication and service delivery across Nova Scotia.

Clinical Care

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychosocial, cultural)

Develop and implement individualized care plans

Administer medications and treatments safely

Monitor patient progress and respond to changes in condition

Provide bedside care across assigned units (e.g., medical-surgical, ER, long-term care)

Clinical Judgment & Safety

Apply critical thinking in high-acuity and rapidly changing environments

Recognize early signs of patient deterioration and escalate appropriately

Follow infection prevention and control protocols

Ensure compliance with patient safety standards

Work with physicians, allied health professionals, and care teams

Communicate effectively with patients and families in  English and French

Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care coordination

Emergency Department (ER)

Critical Care / ICU

Acute care (medical-surgical with high patient turnover)

Bedside experience preferred

Strong clinical knowledge, patient care, and communication skills

Multi-tasker and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work shift work on a rotating basis

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Have a minimum of 3-5 years nursing experience (acute)

Current Canadian RN license or eligibility for provincial registration

Successfully passed NCLEX Exam

Must be fluently Bilingual (English and French) both written and verbal

Core Competencies

Strong clinical judgment and decision-making

Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

Cultural competence and patient-centered care

Adaptability and teamwork

Time management and prioritization

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