Practical nurse jobs in Canada

Find practical nurse jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Sep 28, 2026

Hiring at a glance

View jobs

Open jobs: 2,845
Employers: 332

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.10Across 310 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%5 listings
Hybrid: <1%11 listings
On-site: 99%2,829 listings

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (210), Alberta Health Services (176), AgeCare (122).

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

Email me new jobs Save this search

Added 7 days ago
License Practical Nurse(LPN) Fulltime(FT)
Extendicare
Winnipeg, MB · LTC - Vista Park Lodge (Nova Vista Dr.)
Full-time
Mission: Reporting to the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing…
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Long-term Care
Interior Health Authority
Kimberley, BC
Internship
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join Long-term Care team at Kimberley Special Care Home in Kimberley, BC. If Nursing is your passion and…
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
Part-time
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
Full-time
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
La Ronge, SK
Full-time
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shannex Incorporated
Halifax, NS
Temporary
We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Parkland Clayton Park team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shannex Incorporated
Halifax, NS
Full-time
We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Parkland at the Common team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shannex Incorporated
NS · Nova Scotia, Canada
Full-time
We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Opal Ridge Hall Enhanced Care team based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shannex Incorporated
Dartmouth, NS
Temporary
We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Parkland At The Lakes 2 team based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Added 7 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - DePaul Hall
Shannex Incorporated
Bedford, NS
Full-time
We’re opening DePaul Hall Enhanced Care in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in October 2026, and we’re searching for an experienced and passionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our opening team.
Added 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - AgeCare Glenwarren
AgeCare
Victoria, BC · AgeCare Glenwarren
Full-time
AgeCare is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Care, this role presents a remarkable opportunity for YOU to make…
Added 8 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse in Interventional Psychiatry Services - Medical Clinic (Temporary Full- Time 12 month contract)
Homewood Health Centre
Guelph, ON
Full-time
As a Registered Practical Nurse in Med Clinic Services, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our…
Added 8 days ago
RPN Primary Care Float
Group Health Centre
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
$28.96 to $31.32 CAD / hour
Full-time · Temporary
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Primary Care Float plays a key role in delivering patient-centred care within a dynamic, collaborative environment at Group Health Centre, supporting…
Added 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Kelvington, SK
Added 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Leader, SK
Part-time
Added 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Leader, SK
Added 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Acute Float Pool
Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Part-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Added 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Île-à-la-Crosse, SK
Full-time
Added 8 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
Bayshore
Belleville, ON
The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse, under the direction of the Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager, delivers and…
Added 8 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Clinical Specialist
Carecor Health Services Ltd.
Sarnia, ON
Part-time
Carecor Health Services is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to support specialty medical clinics in long‑term care homes across Edmonton Alberta. This role focuses on…
Added 1 month ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - Losier Hall
Shannex Incorporated
Miramichi, NB
Part-time
We are searching for a Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Losier Hall team based in Miramichi, New Brunswick.
Added 1 month ago
Future Talent Pipeline -Licensed Practical Nurse
Shannex Incorporated
Miramichi, NB
Full-time
We are building a pipeline of qualified and passionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who are interested in future opportunities at our Losier Hall OR Bridgeview Hall community in…
Added 2 months ago
Registered Nurse / Registered Practical Nurse
Calian in Space & Technology
Edmundston, NB
Temporary
Added 10 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayshore Medical Personnel
Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, QC
Full-time
Bayshore Medical Personnel is excited to announce a full-time contract opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team in Valcartier, QC! We're looking for dedicated…
Added 13 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - Arbutus Care Centre
AgeCare
Vancouver, BC · Arbutus Care Centre
Part-time
Join Our Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Bayshore

Registered Practical Nurse

Belleville, ON, Canada

Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 19, 2026

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Original job description

JOB SUMMARY
The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse, under the direction of the Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager, delivers and monitors specialized infusion, injectable or oral pharmacological treatments in the home or clinic setting. The infusion nurse is responsible for monitoring the patient for infusion related reactions (intervening as required), accurately documenting the procedure, and submitting reporting in a timely manner. The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse is expected to maintain effective communication with the Specialty Nursing Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager to ensure patient safety and satisfaction. Specialized pharmacological training will be provided.

This career will allow you to develop a specialty in infusion services (inapplicable in Quebec) with opportunities to attend conferences and participate in clinical trials. Bayshore has a focus on nursing education and provides many opportunities for nurses to advance their professional growth.

Role Type: Casual
Range: $27 - $40 per hour, with premium if applicable
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Develop and review nursing care plans that are individualized to each patient.
•    Conducts patient health assessments and medication administration teaching.
•    Obtain IV access through peripheral IV initiation or central line access (PICC, IVAD, etc.). This component is inapplicable in Quebec.
•    Prepares and administers a variety of specialized intravenous or injectable pharmacological treatments, where applicable, excluding Quebec.
•    Provide patient care by utilizing the skills of observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, health teaching, and reporting any adverse events to immediate supervisor or required stakeholders.
•    Perform routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and provincial body standards.
•    Provide patient centered care according to the established care plan or medical directive.
•    Perform specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and current competency have been demonstrated and updated per standards.
•    Maintain role related, medication and pharmacovigilance training as required.
•    Report and document Adverse Events as per Pharmacovigilance requirements.
•    Observe and document patient conditions.
•    Complete all other tasks as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
•    Graduated from an accredited nursing education program with a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) degree or equivalent.
•    Current registration and in good standing with provincial nursing regulatory body.
•    Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification.

Experience
•    Experience in acute care and/or with administering specialty pharmaceuticals.
•    Experience with home care is an asset.
•    Exceptional peripheral IV initiation skills are required, where applicable, except in Quebec.

Other Skills and Abilities
•    Exceptional patient assessment skills.
•    Strong communication skills.
•    Able to manage relationships with exceptional customer service.
•    Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations.
•    Able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
•    Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks.
•    Able to read and interpret technical instructions related to patient care.
•    Able to transcribe physician’s orders.
•    Valid driver's license.

Apply About employer

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Registered Practical Nurse delivers specialized infusion and injectable pharmacological treatments in home or clinic settings. They are responsible for monitoring patient reactions, documenting procedures, and maintaining effective communication with the nursing management team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited nursing program and maintain current registration with a provincial regulatory body. Experience in acute care or specialty pharmaceuticals and current BLS certification are required.

Skills

Infusion therapy
Patient assessment
Medication administration
IV initiation
Central line access
Pharmacovigilance
Nursing care planning
Patient counseling
Health teaching
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Documentation
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Customer service
Interpersonal skills
Time management

Benefits

Nursing education opportunities
Professional growth opportunities
Clinical trial participation

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
Infusion
Injectable
Pharmacological treatments
Home care
Clinic
PICC
IVAD
Patient safety
Nursing care plans
Health assessments
Medication administration
Adverse events
Pharmacovigilance
BLS
Acute care
Interdisciplinary team
Clinical trials
Nursing education

Report this job