Nova Scotia · NOC 31301
Registered Nurse Jobs in Nova Scotia — 2026
No registered nurse postings in Nova Scotia in the last four weeks. The salary benchmark, licensing notes and NOC code below still apply — and the other provinces are one click away.
- Jobs available
- 0
- Median salary
- $89,971
- NOC code
- 31301
About registered nurse work in Nova Scotia
Salary range
Postings for registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses in Nova Scotia run from about $88,213 at the 25th percentile to $95,982 at the 75th, with a median of $89,971 per year (2026-05, 13 postings).
NOC code
31301 — Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.
Licensing and qualifications
Yes. Registered nurses must be registered with the nursing regulator in the province where they practise. Internationally educated nurses apply through the NNAS first.
What employers ask for: A bachelor of science in nursing (or an approved equivalent), a passing NCLEX-RN, and current registration with the provincial college of nurses.
LMIA and immigration
None of the current registered nurse postings in Nova Scotia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the LMIA employer list.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a registered nurse in Nova Scotia?
- The median salary for registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses in Nova Scotia is $89,971 per year, with most postings between $88,213 and $95,982 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a registered nurse in Nova Scotia?
- Yes. Yes. Registered nurses must be registered with the nursing regulator in the province where they practise. Internationally educated nurses apply through the NNAS first.
- What is the NOC code for registered nurse?
- The NOC 2021 code for registered nurse is 31301 (Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.