Practical nurse jobs in Canada (6,281 jobs)

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Counted Nov 9, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 6,281
Employers: 441

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.34Across 515 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $61,995Across 16 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%2 listings
Hybrid: 1%33 listings
On-site: 99%6,244 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include Alberta Health Services (519), HealthCareersInSask.ca (512), Brant Community Healthcare System (501).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Registered Practical Nurse
Sienna Senior Living
Barrie, ON
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
- Full-time
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Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
Extendicare
Kenora, ON · Sioux Narrows-Nestor Falls, ON · ParaMed - Kenora (Main St.)
- Full-time
In this community nursing role, you as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will have scheduled visits within the community to care for patients in various settings…
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Care Supervisor (RN/ RPN) - Mississauga
CBI Home Health
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Annapolis Valley First Nation
Cambridge, NS
- Full-time
Jijiktukwej L’nue’kati is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Health Centre team.
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REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE
Southbridge Healthcare LP
Stratford, ON
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Registered Practical Nurse Temp Part Time AgeCare Westbury
AgeCare
Toronto, ON · AgeCare Westbury
- Part-time
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and professional nursing practice. The Registered Practical…
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre (VIRCC), Correctional Health Services - Victoria, BC
Provincial Health Services Authority
Victoria, BC
- Part-time
Are you an Licensed Practical Nurse driven to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals living with mental health challenges, substance use, concurrent disorders, or chronic…
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Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
AgeCare
New Westminster, BC
- $27.2 to $27.79 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Temporary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a regulated member of the inter-professional health care team who utilizes the nursing process, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Alexis Whitecourt 232, AB · Whitecourt, AB
- Part-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Lac la Biche, AB
- Full-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Smoky Lake, AB
- Full-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Smoky Lake, AB
- Part-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Renal Dialysis
Alberta Health Services
Slave Lake, AB
- Part-time
We have an exciting opportunity in our program for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) within the Alberta Kidney Care – North program. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the LPN is…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Operating Room Technician
Alberta Health Services
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Part-time
The Licensed Practical Nurse Operating Room Technician (LPN ORT) assists with assessing, planning, implementing resources and evaluating the perioperative care of the patients in the…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Medicine Hat, AB
- Part-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency
Alberta Health Services
Grande Prairie, AB
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Stony Plain, AB
- Part-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Unit 3G3 Ortho/Spine
Alberta Health Services
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient and family centered care on an acute surgical unit in…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Continuing Care
Alberta Health Services
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Part-time
…Services and Palliative Care. We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Home Living team to provide professional support…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Unit 3G3, Ortho/Spine
Alberta Health Services
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient and family centered care on an acute surgical unit in…

Alberta Health Services

Licensed Practical Nurse

Red Deer, AB, Canada

Part-time

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Job details

Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Nov 19, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 20, 2026

Original job description

Your Opportunity:

Unit 32 is an acute medical unit where holistic palliative care, oncology nursing care, patient and family support, education, and bereavement counseling are central to the delivery of care. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated candidate who demonstrates a genuine passion for working with oncology and palliative care patient populations and is committed to providing person-centered, family-focused care. The successful candidate will possess current acute care nursing experience, along with the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team to support patients and families through complex health journeys. Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to compassionate, evidence-informed care are essential. This environment is ideally suited to candidates with current experience in Acute Care, Palliative Care, and Oncology who are motivated to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones.

Description:

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, and demonstrated skill level, in alignment with applicable legislation, standards of practice, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, high quality, patient and family centred care while reflecting the organization's shared vision and values.

Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Unit 32 Oncology/Palliative Care Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.70 Posting End Date: 29-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 09-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 14 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, to provide quality care to patients, and to report observations. Immediate experience in acute care is required as well as experience in oncology and/or palliative related care. Demonstrated commitment to continuing education is required. Self directed individual with a positive attitude, and demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Must be up to full scope of practice with IV medications, PICC care etc. Must have advanced authorization through CLPNA for Administering medication via CVC, PICC, and IVAD as well as Administrating Parenteral Nutrition. Please Note: All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health, LPN, RN and RPN applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. As resumes are not kept on file, a cover letter and resume are essential to determine candidates selected for interview.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

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Responsibilities

Provide safe, high-quality, person- and family-centered nursing care as part of an interprofessional team, using nursing processes, critical thinking, and sound clinical judgment. Support oncology and palliative care patients and their families through education, communication, observation and reporting, and compassionate care.

Requirements

Applicants must complete an accredited practical nurse education program, hold or be eligible for an Alberta LPN practice permit, and have current BCLS-HCP certification. Immediate acute care experience and oncology and/or palliative care experience are required, along with advanced authorization for IV medications, CVC/PICC/IVAD medication administration, and parenteral nutrition.

Skills

Acute Care Nursing
Oncology Nursing
Palliative Care
Patient- and Family-Centered Care
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Clinical Judgment
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Patient Observation and Reporting
Communication
Organization
Interpersonal Skills
Intravenous Medication Administration
PICC Care
Central Venous Catheter Care

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
Acute Care
Oncology
Palliative Care
Interprofessional Health Care Team
Patient- and Family-Centered Care
Nursing Processes
Clinical Judgment
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Evidence-Informed Care
BCLS-HCP
College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta
CLPNA Advanced Authorization
IV Medication Administration
CVC
PICC
IVAD
Parenteral Nutrition
Bereavement Counseling
Patient and Family Education
Continuing Education

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