Practical nurse jobs in Canada (6,305 jobs)

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Counted Nov 9, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 6,305
Employers: 441

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.33Across 519 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $61,995Across 16 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%2 listings
Hybrid: 1%34 listings
On-site: 99%6,267 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include Alberta Health Services (519), HealthCareersInSask.ca (512), Brant Community Healthcare System (507).

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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Licensed Practical Nurse - Regular PT 021B26
Providence Living
Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
CLASSIFICATION: Licensed Practical Nurse I – Direct Care (26001)
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Registered Practical Nurse (PDH) #2026-238
Wellington Health Care Alliance
ON · Palmerston, Ontario
- Part-time
- Temporary
One (1) temporary part time Registered Practical Nurse opportunity is available at the Palmerston & District Hospital, site of North Wellington Health Care.
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Cardiology/Telemetry
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Integrated Stroke Unit
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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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Emergency Department
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 - Cardiology/Telemetry
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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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Emergency Department
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Pre-Admission
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 - Critical Care
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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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Temp FT
EHN Canada
Toronto, ON
- $29.87 to $34.14 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Registered Practical Nurse – Ardelt Medical Clinic
HealthCaringKW
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse - Temp Part Time Nights
Sienna Senior Living
ON · Brampton, ON
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Fisher Branch, MB
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Fisher Branch, MB
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RPN/LPN
Bayshore
Bathurst, NB
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RPN/LPN
Bayshore
Miramichi, NB
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Licensed Practical Nurse BCCA
Provincial Health Services Authority
Abbotsford, BC
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health Services
Provincial Health Services Authority
Maple Ridge, BC
- Full-time
…safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works collaboratively with the interprofessional team to provide health care services to patients…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
Camrose, AB
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
Camrose, AB
- Full-time

EHN Canada

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Temp FT

Toronto, ON, Canada

$29.87 to $34.14 CAD / hour · Temporary

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Job details

Pay: $29.87 to $34.14 CAD / hour
Job type: Temporary
Apply by: May 2, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 3, 2026

Original job description

EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are. EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians.

Learn more at ehncanada.com

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, come join us!

Overview:

Bellwood Health Services is a nationally recognized, accredited Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Centre, with over 35-year history of serving Canadians from across the country. This is an exciting opportunity to join a seasoned, multi-disciplinary team that is focused on quality care, by using best practice treatment, teamwork and respect.

Reporting to the Nursing Manager, the Registered Practical Nurse position will be responsible of coordinating and delivering nursing care associated within a clinic or hospital setting. They will provide support and education to clients, families and others during all phases of treatment and recovery. This role will also be responsible for providing crisis intervention (clients and public), client behaviour management and supportive counselling skills. This role will be required to work all shifts, which includes days, evenings, nights (must) and weekends and will also be available to work 8 or 12 hours shifts.

Please note that this is a Temp FT position for 2 months.

Job Function and Duties:

Delivering client care according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice in an inter-professional shared care case management model
Reporting to the Nursing Manager, providing ongoing client care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning implementation and evaluation.
Formulating and implementing client care plans.
Safely implementing physician’s orders.
Administering medications to clients.
Maintaining current progress records on clients according to legal and ethical standards.
Orientating, facilitating and reinforcing client’s involvement in addiction treatment.
Decide and initiate on course of action in case of medical emergencies
Providing supportive counselling to clients, families and/or significant others on typical recovery issues.
Maintain a therapeutic environment on the unit conducive to the client learning productive patterns of living.
Providing ongoing health teaching to clients in relation to common health problems and the clients maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Co-ordinate individual client appointments and referrals.
Actively participate with team members in the assessment, planning and evaluation of the client and his care.
Assisting the public with crisis intervention and information on addiction.
Perform other duties as outlined on shift duty lists and as assigned by the Manager of Nursing and Patient Care.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Registered Practical Nurse with current registration and good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Mental Health Certificate an asset
Medication Administration Certificate required
RNAO membership recommended
BCLS required
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Addiction experience preferred
Must be able to work independently as well as supervise others
Computer literate

Employee Benefits and Perks:

Comprehensive benefits package including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, plus $600 for various paramedical services (e.g., massage, physiotherapy)
24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
Competitive paid time off, with an extra paid day off for your birthday, offered to eligible employees
Float Days and Recognized Statutory Holidays, providing additional flexibility and time off for eligible employees
Access to in-house fitness facilities or discounted gym memberships
Exclusive discounts through Perkopolis on entertainment, insurance, and more
Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Education Support Assistance program
Supportive relocation opportunities due to our nationwide presence
Defined Benefit pension plan with up to a 4% employer contribution
Maternity and parental leave top-up
Discounts available at Kids & Co. Daycare.

IAM Disclaimer:

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position by analyzing application materials and generating recommendations to support human decision-making.

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

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Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate nursing care, including assessment, care planning, medication administration, progress documentation, and implementation of physician orders. Support clients and families through addiction treatment and recovery with education, counselling, crisis intervention, referrals, and collaboration with the care team.

Requirements

Applicants must be a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, hold a Medication Administration Certificate, and have BCLS certification. Strong communication and organizational skills, computer literacy, and the ability to work independently and supervise others are required; addiction experience is preferred, and a Mental Health Certificate is an asset.

Skills

Nursing Care
Client Assessment
Care Planning
Medication Administration
Crisis Intervention
Client Behaviour Management
Supportive Counselling
Addiction Treatment
Health Teaching
Client And Family Education
Medical Emergency Response
Interprofessional Teamwork
Case Management
Communication
Organization
Computer Literacy

Benefits

Mental Health And Addiction Services Allowance
Paramedical Services Allowance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Birthday Day Off
Float Days
Recognized Statutory Holidays
Fitness Facilities Or Discounted Gym Memberships
Education Support Assistance
Relocation Support
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Maternity And Parental Leave Top-Up
Childcare Discounts
Perkopolis Discounts

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Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
College Of Nurses Of Ontario
Nursing Standards
Mental Health
Addiction Treatment
Trauma Treatment
Nursing Process
Client Assessment
Care Planning
Medication Administration
BCLS
Crisis Intervention
Behaviour Management
Supportive Counselling
Health Teaching
Client Education
Family Support
Medical Emergencies
Progress Records
Case Management
Interprofessional Care
Referrals
Therapeutic Environment
Recovery
RNAO Membership

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