Jobs in Nova Scotia

Jobs across Nova Scotia, Canada. Choose a city or town to search nearby.

13,152 listings · 2,104 employers Counted Oct 28, 2026. How we count

About these jobs

Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (583 listings), Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health (486 listings), Walmart Canada (358 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Cashier, Cook.

1,571 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	20.00	1,164
CAD / year	71,000.00	317
USD / hour	17.75	32

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.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 10% hybrid, 90% on-site, 1% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

Jobs in Nova Scotia

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Customer Service Broker, Home & Auto (Higgins Insurance, part of Orbit Insurance Services)
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Dartmouth, NS
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Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
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Project Specialist, Cost Management
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Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
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Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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NS
- Full-time
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Oxbow Orchards
Centreville, NS
- From $17 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Temporary
- On-site
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J.D. Irving, Limited
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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J.D. Irving, Limited
Liverpool, NS
- Full-time
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J.D. Irving, Limited
Mount Uniacke, NS
- Full-time
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NS · Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
- Full-time
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(PT) OMNI Customer Fulfillment Associate
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Greenwood, NS
- Part-time
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Deli Clerk Part Time Evening
Loblaw Companies Limited
Porters Lake, NS
- Part-time
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Customer Service Department Manager
Loblaw Companies Limited
Yarmouth Indian Reserve No. 33, NS
- Full-time
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HR Administrator - Term
Avenir Energy
Dartmouth, NS
- Temporary
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Seasonal Technician Helper
Irving Oil
Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
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Short Order Cook
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Canso, NS
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Clinical Nurse Educator - Community Site
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Liverpool, NS
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Short Order Cook
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Truro, NS
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Service Video Advisor
Steele Auto Group
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Machinist
R.P. HAWBOLDT MACHINING & HYDRAULICS
Trenton, NS
- $29 to $35 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Farm worker, fruit
Canard Orchards Ltd
Centreville, NS
- From $17 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Temporary
- On-site
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Cook
The Mercantile Social
Halifax, NS
- $17 to $19 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Continuing care assistant
Villa Acadienne
Meteghan, NS
- $38,956 to $50,121 CAD / year
- Part-time
- On-site
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Microeconomics Tutor (Wolfville, NS)
Westbrook Tutoring
Wolfville, NS
- Part-time
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Front Office Administrative Assistant
Annapolis Valley First Nation
Cambridge, NS
- Full-time

Annapolis Valley First Nation

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cambridge, NS, B0P 1R0, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Working hours: 30 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Original job description

Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m for a total of 30 hours per week Department: Health Centre Reports To: Community Health Nurse (CHN)

About the Opportunity

Jijiktukwej L’nue’kati is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Health Centre team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a healthcare professional who is passionate about community-based nursing and making a meaningful difference in the health and well-being of individuals and families.

Working under the direction of the Community Health Nurse (CHN), the successful candidate will provide a variety of nursing services, health promotion initiatives, and preventative care programs that support the physical, emotional, mental, cultural, and spiritual well-being of our community members.

We are looking for an individual who is dependable, organized, adaptable, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse will work under the direction of the Community Health Nurse to provide nursing services and support community health programs, including:

Provide home and community care nursing services, including assisting with home support coordination under the direction of the CHN.
Assist with prenatal and postpartum care programs, well-baby clinics, and maternal and child health initiatives.
Provide immunization services in accordance with applicable certification requirements and professional standards.
Perform Children's Oral Health Initiative (COHI) Aide duties in accordance with First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) guidelines.
Support harm reduction initiatives, health education, disease prevention, and community wellness programming.
Provide holistic, culturally respectful, and client-centred nursing care to individuals and families.
Work collaboratively with the Community Health Nurse, Health Director, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate services and ensure continuity of care.
Assist with health assessments, monitoring, documentation, and follow-up care within the LPN's authorized scope of practice.
Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely client records in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies.
Participate in community health promotion activities, educational initiatives, and wellness events.
Promote a safe, supportive, respectful, and culturally inclusive healthcare environment.
Perform other related nursing duties as assigned, consistent with the LPN's professional scope of practice.

Qualifications and Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

Current registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN).
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Immunization certification or willingness to complete the required education and certification, including the EPIC course.
Knowledge of community health nursing, preventative healthcare, and health promotion practices.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
General computer proficiency and the ability to maintain accurate electronic documentation.
Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, reliability, and sound judgment.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, ethical nursing practices, and client safety.
Willingness to practise to the full authorized scope of an LPN.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Assets:

Previous experience working in a First Nation community or Indigenous healthcare setting.
Knowledge and understanding of First Nations health priorities, cultural practices, and community-based healthcare delivery.
Experience in home and community care, maternal and child health, or public health programming.

Our compensation and benefits package includes:

Permanent, full-time employment.
Four-day workweek (Monday to Thursday).
Extended health and dental benefits.
Employer pension plan.
Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
The opportunity to contribute directly to the health and well-being of our community.

Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer, however,Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants in accordance with the Indigenous Employment Preferences Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission.

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Responsibilities

Provide community-based nursing services, including home and community care, maternal and child health support, immunizations, health assessments, and follow-up care under the direction of the Community Health Nurse. Support health promotion and prevention programs, maintain accurate confidential records, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver culturally respectful, coordinated care.

Requirements

Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing and hold current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification. They need community health knowledge, strong communication and organizational skills, computer proficiency, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively; immunization certification is required or must be completed, including the EPIC course.

Skills

Community Health Nursing
Home And Community Care
Prenatal And Postpartum Care
Maternal And Child Health
Immunization Services
Health Promotion
Disease Prevention
Harm Reduction
Client-Centred Care
Health Assessments
Clinical Documentation
Confidentiality
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Time Management
Electronic Documentation

Benefits

Extended Health And Dental Benefits
Employer Pension Plan
Professional Development And Continued Learning

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
Nova Scotia College Of Nursing
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Immunization Certification
EPIC Course
Community Health Nursing
Home And Community Care
Prenatal Care
Postpartum Care
Well-Baby Clinics
Maternal And Child Health
Children's Oral Health Initiative
First Nations And Inuit Health Branch
Harm Reduction
Health Promotion
Disease Prevention
Health Assessments
Client Records
Electronic Documentation
Culturally Respectful Care
Multidisciplinary Healthcare Team

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