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Nurse Practitioner

@ Spark Lifecare

Halifax, Nova Scotia

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Overview

Spark Lifecare is hiring independent contractor Nurse Practitioners in Halifax and across Nova Scotia to provide in-home assessments and follow-ups for clients recovering from illness, injury, trauma, complex diagnoses or surgery. The role is part-time with flexible scheduling, paid at 70% of the billable rate, with administrative support and an autonomous caseload.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform in-home physical exams and assessments
  • Diagnose conditions and order diagnostic tests
  • Advise clients and families on health promotion and prevention
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members
  • Advocate for client-centred care

Requirements summary:

  • NP registration with Nova Scotia College of Nursing
  • Valid BLS/CPR Level C certification
  • Proof of professional liability insurance
  • Smartphone with a data plan
  • Experience in community-based settings

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Employer posting date
2026-08-20
First seen by our source
2026-10-10
Source record updated
2026-10-30

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Job details

DepartmentPhysicians & advanced practice
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingClient sites, Home
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsNurse Practitioner registration, BLS/CPR Level C, Professional Liability Insurance
Driver’s licencepreferred
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Signing bonus, Performance bonus

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Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond surviving with their needs, and help them thrive with: * Respite Care * Companion & Attendant Care * Depression & Anxiety Support * Developmental & Disability Support * Rehabilitation Support * Gerontology & Senior Care * Therapeutic Mentoring * Special Needs Tutoring * Acquired Brain Injury Support * Occupational Therapy * Physiotherapy * Psychotherapy * Yoga Therapy * Massage Therapy * Case Management * Nursing * Social Work * Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) A spark is something that ignites, catalyzes, inspires. We are your spark. Come and ignite your life.

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
110
Reported office locations
  • 10 Florence St, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0W7, CA
  • Cornwall, Ontario, CA
  • Kingston, Ontario, CA
  • Brockville, Ontario, CA
  • Toronto, Ontario, CA
  • Quinte West, Ontario, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Wellness
  • Nursing and Residential Care
Other recorded names
  • Spark Lifecare
Specialties
  • Therapeutic & Traditional Respite Services
  • Disability Support Services
  • Senior Support Services
  • Rehabilitation Support Services
  • Motor Vehicle Accident Services
  • and Personal Care Services
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Reported total investment
0

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Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond…

FieldValue
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2012
SpecialtiesTherapeutic & Traditional Respite ServicesDisability Support ServicesSenior Support ServicesRehabilitation Support ServicesMotor Vehicle Accident Servicesand Personal Care Services
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Job description

Nurse Practitioner

Independent Contractor

Apply here to complete a short video-based questionnaire & upload your resume: https://www.jobma.com/pre-recorded-job/NDUzMjI=/halifax-therapy

At Spark Lifecare, we do healthcare differently. Spark Lifecare is coming to Halifax, Nova Scotia in Summer of 2026, and we're looking to recruit the best healthcare workers to provide superior care to our clients. Join our network of talented healthcare providers and be the first to hear about new client referrals!

Our Purpose


At Spark, we're on a mission to make a difference in the way community healthcare is done. As a leading healthcare organization, we are dedicated to supporting our clients with the autonomy to steer their healthcare journey and equipping them with the necessary resources to take control of their health.

Spark is an innovative, award-winning, inclusive and equity focused organization that matches diverse clients to the best one to one care in the community. If you have a passion for helping people and wish to collaborate with a group of like-minded individuals who are committed, hardworking and dedicated, we invite you to become part of our network of healthcare providers!

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Spark is seeking clinically strong, driven, and business minded Nurse Practitioners for providing services across Nova Scotia. Our clients are lovely individuals seeking nurse practitioner support in the form of in-home assessments and follow-ups. After experiences such as acute illness/injury, trauma, complex medical diagnoses, or surgeries, clients are looking for support to help guide their recovery. This may include physical exams, provision of diagnoses, and requisitions for diagnostics as appropriate in an environment in which they may not be readily able to access these supports outside of the hospital setting.

You would be the ideal candidate to work with us if you are passionate about helping people, are reliable, love working in a team, are registered as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing, and have experience working with individuals in the community.

We are excited to work with you because:

  • You have experience working in a community-based setting.
  • You have experience in advising patients and their families on health care needs including health promotion, disease, illness and accident prevention.
  • You are an advocate for client-centered care.

  • You can collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team such as therapists, caregivers, case managers to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate patient care in consultation with patients and their families.

Hours:
Part-Time: Flexible scheduling options are available

Rate of Pay:

70% of the billable rate

Requirements:

  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing
  • Valid BLS/CPR Level C certification
  • Smartphone with a data plan

  • Proof of Professional Liability Insurance

Assets:

  • Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team

  • Drivers License G class with access to a vehicle

Why Join Spark Lifecare?

Competitive compensation: Here at Spark, our compensation is designed to be competitive and recognize each individual's unique skills and experience, with signing bonuses available upon joining our network.

Administrative support: While you focus on what you do best, you will have a full administrative team to assist in supporting paperwork, billing and other demands, so you can concentrate on client care.

Flexible caseload and schedule: As an independent contractor, you'll have flexibility, autonomy to build up your own caseload around your schedule and timeline. At Spark you have a voice in the matching process to help foster a strong therapeutic relationship among therapist & client.

Software Essentials: Access to our management softwares, online booking systems, and digital charting to help you do your job as seamlessly as possible.

Access to mentorship and resources to support your practice: At Spark, we value community, work life balance and career development. To help foster your personal and professional growth, we partner with Spark University, a non-profit focused on connecting, educating, and empowering caregivers. Spark U provides you with learning opportunities to make sure you are providing quality care for your clients. You can check them out at: www.sparku.ca

Reward programs: Earn rewards for referring new team members and helping us grow our talented team.

Join our Team:

You will be part of a highly collaborative and supportive team of diverse healthcare providers including OTs, case managers, social workers and many others. While providing client-centric care is what we do best, here at Spark we are equally committed to the well-being of our team. Fostering a positive and meaningful work culture built on collaboration & meaningful work.
Here at Spark, therapy is tailored to each unique person and whatever the circumstances, we are looking for individuals who are committed to client-centred care and who are passionate about creating a difference in peoples lives. Apply now to join the team: https://www.jobma.com/pre-recorded-job/NDUzMjI=/halifax-therapy

Inclusivity: Whatever your age, ability, orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, religion or gender identity - you are welcome. Our community is stronger and more vibrant when it is more diverse and inclusive. We are committed to a fair, equitable, inclusive, and accessible application and selection process.

Accommodations: Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at [email protected]

Our recruitment process may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in reviewing applications while supporting efficiency and consistency. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure fair and equitable consideration.

Check us out: www.sparkcares.ca

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