Nova Scotia Health Authority Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

Results based on 122 responses to Indeed's work wellbeing survey.

Work wellbeing score is Average, 69 out of 100

Happiness

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Below average

Purpose

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Average

Stress-free

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Average

Satisfaction

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Average

About the company

CEO
Karen Oldfield
66%
approve of Karen Oldfield's performance

Company size
more than 10,000
Revenue
$640m to $1,3bn (CAD)
Industry
Healthcare
Headquarters
Halifax
Link
Nova Scotia Health Authority website

The Nova Scotia Health Authority is a provincial health authority serving Nova Scotia, Canada. It is the largest employer in the province, with more than 23,000 employees, 2,500 physicians and 7,000 volunteers working from 45 different facilities. Its largest hospital is the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax....

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Rating overview

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Reviews

REGISTERED NURSE in Halifax, NS

on 21 September 2023

Good place to work

Good supportive management Optimal staffing Exceptional infection control measures Friendly work environment Good salary and benefits Fast paced work environment

Facility Supervisor in QE2

on 9 September 2023

Is a good and safe place to work...

Love working at NSH, I feel comfortable, get long with everyone, good leadership. You feel part of the teams, you feel welcome.Managers are very helpful and someone you can lean on and easy to talk too. They treat you well and over all, I miss working there.

Accounting Clerk in Sydney, NS

on 7 September 2023

It is my pleasure to be able to work for this organization.

What is the best part of working at the company?I like the work flexibility and the culture.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?It is obvious to have some stresses in every work and it is not different here. What is the work environment and culture like at the company?I have to appreciate for the excellent work culture and environment that this organization offers t...

Supply Technician in Dartmouth, NS

on 5 September 2023

Best place to have a work-life balance

Nova Scotia Health Authority is a great place to work if you prioritize a healthy work-life balance. The organization offers competitive pay and benefits, which are certainly enticing. However, it's important to note that taxes, benefits, and pension contributions can eat into your take-home pay more than you might anticipate. So, while the compensation package is good, be prepared for a slightly ...

Medical Secretary in Sydney, NS

on 11 August 2023

Terrible. Do not recommend.

What is the best part of working at the company?There is no "best part" of working for NSHA. Lol. What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Everything. Overworked. Underpaid. Expected to do the work load of 10 people. What is the work environment and culture like at the company?Very toxic and stressful lol. What is a typical day like for you at the company?I sit in th...

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