Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 5,548
Employers: 412

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.17Across 464 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%5,519 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (451), Alberta Health Services (440), Brant Community Healthcare System (427).

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 - Integrated Stroke Unit (ISU)
Southlake Health Community
Newmarket, ON · Southlake Health
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke
Thrive Group Canada
Hamilton, ON
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Government of Nunavut Recruitment
Pangnirtung, NU
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Full-Time
The Care Group
Qualicum Beach, BC
- $32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Clinical Supervisor - RPN
ParaMed Home Health Care
Huntsville, ON
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) (2026-10983)
Verve Senior Living
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Repost
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Steinbach, MB
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Registered Practical Nurse Hemodialysis
St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Research Nurse
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Government of Nunavut Recruitment
Kugluktuk, NU
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
ON · Regional Municipality of Halton, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) who wants
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Infirmier(ère) auxiliaire autorisé(e) bilingue - Bilingual Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/RPN)
Calian IT & Cyber Solutions
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse, Temporary Part Time, Rehabilitation - Parkside 1
Providence Care
Kingston, ON
- Part-time
As a member of an inter-professional team and working under full scope of practice, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at Providence Care is to deliver safe, effective,…
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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual
Cogir Senior Living
Thornhill, ON · Glynnwood
- Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Withdrawal Management Program
Stonehenge Therapeutic Community
Guelph, ON
- Full-time
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321-26 RPN, Inpatient Unit & Emergency Department, Regular Part-Time, St Marys, Seaforth & Clinton
Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance
Clinton, ON · Seaforth, ON · St. Marys, ON
- Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse- Permanent Part Time Days, Closing internally on Nov 02,2026 @ 5pm
Sienna Senior Living
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
- Part-time
Registered Practical Nurse - Permanent Part Time Days
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Stoughton, SK
- Part-time
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Clinical Supervisor - RPN
Extendicare
Gravenhurst, ON · Huntsville, ON · ParaMed Admin Office - NSM (Bayview Dr.)
- Full-time
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Emergency Department
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Pre-Admission
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Cardiology/Telemetry
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time

Alberta Health Services

Licensed Practical Nurse

AB, Canada
Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area, Canada

Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Unit 28, Medicine Program Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 60 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable · Full-time

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Pay: Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Unit 28, Medicine Program Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 60 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 27, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Original job description

Your Opportunity:

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 skills to provide care to individuals across the life span. The LPN provides care in alignment with Alberta Health Services mission to provide patient focused quality health services and the AHS values of respect, accountability, transparency, engagement, safety, learning, and performance. The LPN collaborates and participates in the provision of health care to patients and families in a variety of settings. The LPN’s practice encompasses the application of nursing knowledge, skills and judgment to assess patient needs and provides nursing care, which is reflective of their level of education and knowledge. The LPN performs restricted activities and provides care according to the needs of the patient population and the design of work. The LPN practice is based on legal authorization and competency as defined by Schedule 10 of the Health Professions act, Schedule 7.1 of the Government Organization Act, the Licenses Practical Nurses Profession Regulation and the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). The LPN accepts responsibility for continuing competence through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality activities. The LPN adheres to CLPNA Professional Practice Standards and Code of Ethics, and the Alberta Health Services (AHS) Code of Conduct and applicable AHS governance documents and policies. The LPN is responsible for his/her nursing practices as defined by CLPNA and for ensuring that his/her registration is current and valid within his/her scope of practice.

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 28, Medicine Program Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 60 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:

BCLS issued from Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (HSFC) only. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job. Duties that involve periods of physical activity such as standing, bending, walking and lifting. Qualified candidates will be invited to interview and if successful, may be required to complete a 4-week Elsevier Shadow Health e-SIM course with a minimum score of 80% as part of the final assessment process. Candidates who successfully complete both the interview and e-SIM assessment will be required to attend a 3-week centralized orientation in Edmonton prior to starting the unit/program-specific orientation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Depth & breadth of nursing knowledge & complex reasoning reflective of level of education. Strong communication skills with effective negotiation & conflict resolution skills to improve inter-professional patient/community-centered care. Compassionate & caring attitude; conveying respect & dignity of all persons. Related Experience in Collaborated Practices and Medicine Preferred.

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Responsibilities

Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients across the lifespan, assessing needs and applying nursing knowledge and judgment within the LPN's authorized scope of practice. Collaborate with patients, families, and the interprofessional team while maintaining professional standards, current registration, and ongoing competence.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program, active or eligible registration and a practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta, and current BCLS-HCP certification issued by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada are required. Candidates must meet the role's physical demands and may need to pass a four-week e-SIM assessment with a score of at least 80%, followed by centralized orientation; related medicine and collaborative-practice experience is preferred.

Skills

Nursing Care
Patient Assessment
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Clinical Decision-Making
Interprofessional Collaboration
Patient- and Family-Centered Care
Communication
Negotiation
Conflict Resolution
Compassion
Physical Stamina
Continuing Professional Development
Quality Improvement

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
Practical Nurse Education
Nursing Process
Patient Assessment
Nursing Care
Restricted Activities
Scope Of Practice
Interprofessional Health Care
Patient- And Family-Centered Care
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Clinical Decision-Making
BCLS-HCP
Heart And Stroke Foundation Of Canada
CLHA Registration
CLPNA Professional Practice Standards
Code Of Ethics
Alberta Health Services
Continuing Professional Development
Elsevier Shadow Health E-SIM
Medicine
Patient Safety
Conflict Resolution
Physical Demands

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