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Enhancements to the Registration & Licensure Application Process

As Nova Scotia’s nursing regulator, we are committed to the ongoing review of our registration requirements to streamline processes and reduce the length of time it takes for qualified applicants to obtain a licence to practice.

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Important Information on Board Elections, Enhancements to the Registration and Licensure Process and More

Our 39th newsletter was released on January 28th, 2022.

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NSCN Annual Meeting

We are preparing for our 3rd NSCN Annual Meeting and are calling for resolutions.

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The roles and responsibilities of Canadian health care professionals are always evolving to meet the needs of clients. Effective January 1, 2021, RN Prescribing will be implemented to help improve access to health care services for Nova Scotians.

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Emergency Conditional Licenses

All Emergency Conditional Licenses (ECLs) set to expire on December 31 2021 have been extended to April 30, 2022 at the request of the Department of Health and Wellness.

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New LPN Entry-Level Competencies and Standards of Practice

On January 1, 2022, new Standards of Practice and Entry-Level Competencies (ELCs) for Licenced Practical Nurses (LPNs) in Canada will come into effect in Nova Scotia.

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