Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 2, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 5,326
Employers: 406

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.20Across 454 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $62,783Across 13 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%2 listings
Hybrid: <1%25 listings
On-site: 99%5,297 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (434), Alberta Health Services (417), Brant Community Healthcare System (391).

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

Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Registered Practical Nurse- Casual
Sienna Senior Living
Keswick, ON
- Part-time
The Registered Practical Nurse is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.
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Registered Practical Nurse - Permanent Part Time Evenings - 30hrs
Sienna Senior Living
Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON · Bradford, ON
- Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Hemodialysis
William Osler Health System
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
- Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Hemodialysis
William Osler Health System
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
- Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Hemodialysis
William Osler Health System
Brampton, ON
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse Sunnyhill
Provincial Health Services Authority
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
…safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Licensed Practical Nurse, Sunnyhill, in collaboration with a registered nurse (RN), provides care to patients with known health…
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Registered Practical Nurse / Personnel infirmier auxiliaire autorise
National Commission on Correctional Health Care
Milton, ON
- Internship
We are seeking caring and compassionate Registered Practical Nur
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Full Time Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Withdrawal Management & Treatment Services
SOAR Community Services
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
SOAR Community Services is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our Withdrawal Management & Treatment Services (WMTS) team. I
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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Part Time - Haliburton
Extendicare
ON · LTC - Haliburton (Park St.)
- Part-time
Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient‑oriented, goal‑directed…
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Registered Practical Nurse - Telemetry (Temporary Part-Time)
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
Bracebridge, ON
- Part-time
As a Registered Practical Nurse working within MAHC’s Critical Care Unit (ICU) you will help support various teams that are in need you’re your skills and expertise.
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Drayton Valley, AB
- Temporary
Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care to emergency patients and acute care medical inpatients on a 30 bed…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Drayton Valley, AB
- Temporary
Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care to emergency patients and acute care medical inpatients on a 30 bed…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Drayton Valley, AB
- Temporary
Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care to emergency patients and acute care medical inpatients on a 30 bed…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Drayton Valley, AB
- Temporary
Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care to emergency patients and acute care medical inpatients on a 30 bed…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Drumheller, AB
- Part-time
…Drumheller Health Centre is seeking a confident and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our rural hospital team. In this unique role, you'll be a vital member of both…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Red Deer, AB
- Part-time
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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 - Operating Room Technician
Alberta Health Services
Stettler, AB
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Operating Room Technician
Alberta Health Services
Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Operating Room Technician
Alberta Health Services
Stettler, AB
- Temporary
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Tofield, AB
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Leduc, AB
- Part-time
…Health Services (AHS), we are currently looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Family Medicine Unit at the Leduc…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Part-time
Located at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women, working with postpartum patients, the Licensed Practical Nurse performs a variety of nursing duties by administering safe and effective nursing…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Temporary
We are seeking adaptable and motivated Licensed Practical Nurses with recent inpatient surgical experience who thrive in fast-paced acute care environments. As part of an interprofessional…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Leduc, AB
- Temporary
…Health Services (AHS), we are currently looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Family Medicine Unit at the Leduc…

Alberta Health Services

Licensed Practical Nurse

AB, Canada
Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area, Canada

Part-time

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Job details

Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Nov 26, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Your Opportunity:

Located at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women, working with postpartum patients, the Licensed Practical Nurse performs a variety of nursing duties by administering safe and effective nursing care according to hospital policies and nursing care standards. As the successful candidate, you demonstrate a professional attitude while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, have a thorough understanding of the postpartum period, and possess extensive knowledge of newborn assessment and breastfeeding. The incumbent will also consider the Essential Habits as set forth by the Royal Alex Way in daily interactions with colleagues, patients and visitors.

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: Women's Health Float Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 05-NOV-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 15-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 07-NOV-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 10 Shifts per cycle: 30 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, 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:

NRP certification, recent experience in Women's Health, successful completion and passing of medication math examination at time of interview. This position requires the ability to meet the physical demands associated with nursing duties in an acute hospital unit setting. These include but are not limited to: Frequent pushing and pulling of equipment or patients Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the shift Regular bending, kneeling, twisting and reaching Ability to lift, move, or assist patients and equipment weighing up to 40–50 pounds Ability to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Recent experience in an acute care setting - maternal/child health preferred.

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Responsibilities

Provide safe and effective nursing care to postpartum patients in accordance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and applicable legislation. Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team to deliver high-quality, patient- and family-centred care, including newborn assessment and breastfeeding support.

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 and NRP certifications. Recent Women's Health experience and passing a medication mathematics examination are required; recent acute-care experience, preferably in maternal/child health, is preferred.

Skills

Postpartum Care
Newborn Assessment
Breastfeeding Support
Nursing Care
Patient Assessment
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Clinical Decision Making
Medication Mathematics
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Neonatal Resuscitation
Interprofessional Collaboration
Patient- and Family-Centred Care
Emergency Response

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
Postpartum Care
Women's Health
Maternal And Child Health
Newborn Assessment
Breastfeeding
Nursing Process
Patient Assessment
Acute Care
Interprofessional Health Care Team
Patient- And Family-Centred Care
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Clinical Decision Making
Medication Mathematics Examination
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS-HCP)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
College Of LPNs And HCAs Of Alberta
Nursing Standards Of Practice
Emergency Response

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