Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 5,262
Employers: 401

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%5,233 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (431), Alberta Health Services (417), Brant Community Healthcare System (367).

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 - Cardiology/Telemetry
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
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Virtual Psychiatry Unit
Fraser Health Authority
Surrey, BC
- $32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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FH
Licensed Practical Nurse, Outpatient Procedures
Fraser Health Authority
Abbotsford, BC
- $32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
- Other
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Day Surgery
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Operating Room
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Day Surgery
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Operating Room
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Critical Care
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- 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
Cornwall Community Hospital
Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Emergency Department
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Long-term Care
Interior Health Authority
Kamloops, BC
- Internship
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join Long-term Care team at Ponderosa Lodge in Kamloops, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a…
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Perioperative
Interior Health Authority
Trail, BC
- Internship
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Perioperative team at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, BC. If Nursing is your passion…
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MG
Registered Practical Nurse (PeriAnesthesia Care Unit)
Michael Garron Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
Registered Practical Nurses possess a defined body of knowledge, clinical skills, and procedural skills and professional attitudes, which are directed to effective patient and…
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Registered Practical Nurse (PeriAnesthesia Care Unit)
Michael Garron Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Temporary
Registered Practical Nurses possess a defined body of knowledge, clinical skills, and procedural skills and professional attitudes, which are directed to effective patient and…
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MG
Registered Practical Nurse (PeriAnesthesia Care Unit)
Michael Garron Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Registered Practical Nurses possess a defined body of knowledge, clinical skills, and procedural skills and professional attitudes, which are directed to effective patient and…
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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual
COGIR Real Estate
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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School and Community RPN
Extendicare
Windsor, ON · Amherstburg, ON · ParaMed - Windsor (Eugenie St.)
- Part-time
In this role as a School Nurse/Community Visiting Nurse you will care for patients in both school and home settings. You will work with patients within pediatric ages with differing…
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Licensed Practical Nurse-Casual
Trinity Place Foundations
Calgary, AB
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care, Brock Fahrni
Providence Healthcare
Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Care + Covenant Living
Red Deer, AB
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Care + Covenant Living
Beaumont, AB
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Care + Covenant Living
Red Deer, AB
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Prince Albert, SK
- Full-time

Closed listing

Connecting Care (2000) Inc.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Grimshaw, AB, Canada

This opening has closed.

The original listing is kept below for reference.

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Job details

Closing date: Oct 9, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 8, 2026

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Original job description

Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.

At Connecting Care, we proudly embrace The Eden Alternative™ philosophy as a guiding force for every facet of community operations. This revolutionary approach to care prioritizes resident directed principles, fostering an environment that goes beyond meeting physical needs to truly enhance the well-being of our residents. We offer range of services, including senior living community operations. We enrich the lives of older adults through innovative care models and value-based care. Founded in rural Alberta, our commitment to care exceeds expectations – we are dedicated to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and compassionate environment for seniors and our employees. With a mission to build and operate person-directed communities, we value individuality, dignity, knowledge, hospitality.

Role Overview

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), your leadership and priorities set the tone for the Community's environment. Using a collaborative approach with Residents and their entire Care Team including the Resident’s family, external health care professionals and our own employee care partners, you are responsible for coordinating and evaluating all Resident services while ensuring excellent hospitality. You will model a healthy Community culture aligned with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. You will foster a vibrant community that promotes meaningful relationships, individual choice, and a sense of belonging for all.

The Licensed Practical Nurse oversees all aspects of nursing and care for Residents, based on clinical best practices. As key leaders in the Community, LPNs will work closely with service areas, the General Manager, Supervisors, and Health Services partners to promote well-being through a person-directed approach that honors residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Key Accountabilities

Support Health care aides and care aides including but not limited to supporting with resident care needs, assisting with mechanical lifts and transfers, overseeing, observing and document medication assistance, for health care aids and care aides for the MAP competency program. Focus on building trust and a sense of teamwork to ensure exceptional care.
Assist with non-clinical tasks such as laundry, garbage removal, attending resident events, serving meals to ensure excellence in Resident experience. Contribute to a home environment where residents feel comfortable and valued.
Delegate and allocate health care aide and care aide tasks and work assignments as required.
Support urgent relief scheduling of LPNs, health care aides and care aids as required
Leads the response to all emergency codes, medical and nonmedical incidents within the community.
Provide documentation of all incidents, safety concerns, audit results, resident and family concerns, care partner concerns and other regulatory reporting requirements.
Professional documentation of residents’ individualized priorities, target dates, strategies, outcomes, interventions, assessments, follow ups, communication to ensure the best possible outcomes for each resident. Ensure that documentation reflects residents’ life stories in addition to clinical details.
Complete required audits of charts, wound care binders, medication drawer audits, and bath temperature sheets and others as assigned, to ensure quality and compliance.
Ensures the supply, control, and safekeeping of medications and narcotics, following our wellness strategies and LPN best practices.
Ensures resident supply levels are consistently tracked and requested timely from family or appropriate provider to ensure availability and no disruption to the resident.
Provides medication assistance to the Residents, according to current Wellness Strategies and following regulatory body practices (CLHA). Include residents in discussions about their medications when appropriate.
Identifies health, safety or maintenance issues, actions and reports issues as required
Ensures appropriate implementation of Infection Prevention and Control practices as per Environmental Public Health.
Ongoing monitoring of the workplace environment and adherence to safe work practices
Provide impartial support, education and excellent relationship building skills to nurture, understand, and respect residents, families, visitors, and care partners. Foster connections that promote a sense of community and joy.
Provide clear and concise feedback and information to Wellness Manager/ Supervisor of observed opportunities for improvement.
On time completion of all annual mandatory education required by provincial regulations and the organization.

Required Education

Grade 12 Diploma or recognized equivalent is required. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
Graduate of a recognized LPN program
Registered and in good standing with the related Licensing Body College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA)
Valid Certification in First Aid and CPR.
Current clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check

Required Skills

Strong organizational, problem solving and time management skills
Ability to give direction and lead teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to Person Directed Care
Ability to remain calm and professional under stress, pressure or escalated circumstances
Being a patient team player – flexible, positive motivator, and professional role model
Competent in using the following programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic health records and the Internet.
Demonstrates an awareness/knowledge of accident and injury prevention; adheres to safe work practices and procedures
Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted, and able to walk and stand for extended periods of time

Additional Education and Skills

Completion of applicable courses (e.g. Preventing Resident Abuse, Customer Service, Infection Control, Back Care, Dementia, WHMIS)
Current familiarity with the Eden Alternative Philosophy and the Domains of Well-Being is preferred

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Why Join Our Team?

Competitive compensation package
Opportunity for personal and professional growth
We provide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, that upholds their right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility. (Read more about our philosophy https://www.edenalt.org/)
Life, Health & Dental benefits*
Health Spending Account *
RRSP program with employer maximum percentage matching*
Looking for a happy corporate culture! The term staff is not used here, we are Employee Care Partners!

*Entitlements may differ per community

Thank you for applying, only successful candidates will be contacted

About employer

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Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse coordinates and evaluates resident services while modeling a person-directed care culture. They are responsible for medication administration, clinical documentation, and leading the care team during emergency incidents.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Grade 12 diploma and be a graduate of a recognized LPN program with active registration in Alberta. A valid First Aid and CPR certification, along with a clear criminal record check, is mandatory.

Skills

Nursing
Clinical documentation
Medication administration
Leadership
Teamwork
Problem solving
Time management
Communication
Person-directed care
Infection prevention and control
Emergency response
Wound care
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Electronic health records

Benefits

Life insurance
Health insurance
Dental benefits
Health spending account
RRSP program with employer matching

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
LPN
Eden Alternative
Person-directed care
CLHA
Medication assistance
Infection control
Resident care
Health care aide
Clinical best practices
Documentation
Emergency response
Wellness strategies
First Aid
CPR
Vulnerable sector check
Senior living
MAP competency program
WHMIS
Dementia care

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