Nova Scotia College of Nursing

The Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) protects the public by regulating the practice of approximately 23,000 licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, and nurse practitioners who work in the province.
Our work ensures that Nova Scotians can have confidence in the nurses who care for them, their families, and their communities.
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The Annual Licence Renewal Period is Open!

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Our core values

This is what guides all of our work

Our values guide, unify and lay a foundation for success that is reflective of our stakeholders and goals as Nova Scotia’s nursing regulator.

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Accountability

  • Being courageous and committed to making evidence-informed decisions.
  • Being accountable and responsible for the decisions we make.
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Transparency

  • Engaging in a participatory, collaborative and respectful way.
  • Disseminating clear, relevant and useful information and guidelines.
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Integrity

  • Being truthful, honest and engaging in respectful dialogue.
  • Performing all activities in a fair and consistent way, precluding bias against anyone.
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Agility

  • Anticipating and responding with an open mind.
  • Fostering a mindset of collaboration, openness, and innovation.
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Relational

  • Cultivating and sustaining relationships by being respectful, inclusive, genuine and consistent.
  • Behaving in a manner that encompasses diversity and reflects professionalism.
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Submit a Complaint about a Nurse

If you are concerned about the care provided by a nurse, one way to address this concern is by submitting a complaint. 

Learn about our complaint process
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Get Involved with NSCN

Involvement from profession and public members sits at the heart of self-regulation and what we do here at NSCN.

Learn how to get involved