Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 5,280
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%5,251 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (431), Alberta Health Services (417), Brant Community Healthcare System (379).

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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BC
Registered Practical Nurse - Day Surgery
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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SC
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shepherd's Care Foundation
Vanguard, SK
- Full-time
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SC
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shepherd's Care Foundation
Vanguard, SK
- Full-time
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NS
Licensed Practical Nurse - Long Term Care
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Vaughan, NS
- Internship
Under their scope of practice and in collaboration with patients and the health care team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides care for patients with defined health challenges and…
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NS
Licensed Practical Nurse - Float Team - Permanent Resource Nurse (PRN)
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
…across different clinical environments? A Permanent Resource Nurse (PRN) may be the perfect…
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VC
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Transitional Care Unit
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…
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Licensed Practical Nurse Educator, Long Term Care
Fraser Health
BC · Hope / Agassiz / Harrison Hot Springs / Kent, British Columbia
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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual - Medex
Extendicare
Ottawa, ON · LTC - Medex (Baseline Rd.)
- Part-time
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented,
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NY
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Mental Health-Global, PT (J0226-0582)
North York General Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
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NY
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Mental Health-Global, PT (J0426-0020)
North York General Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
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FH
Licensed Practical Nurse Educator, Long Term Care
Fraser Health Authority
Harrison Hot Springs, BC
- $34.2 to $46.4 CAD / hour
- Other
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VS
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) (2026-10964)
Verve Senior Living
Newmarket, ON
- Full-time
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VC
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care
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…
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VC
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
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…
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VC
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medicine
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…
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VC
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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…
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VC
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 5E Medicine
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…
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FH
Community Health Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse, New Westminster
Fraser Health Authority
New Westminster, BC
- $32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
- Full-time
We are currently looking to fill a Casual opportunity for a Community Health Registered Nurse with Home Health located in New Westminster, B.C.
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Registered Practical Nurse - 6G Medicine and Transitional Care
St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), INTERNAL MEDICAL UNIT
Northern Health - BC
Prince George, BC
- Full-time
Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our…
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SM
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Family Practice Unit
St. Michael's Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Temporary
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PH
Registered Practical Nurse Orthopaedic and Amputee Rehab
Providence Healthcare
Toronto, ON
- Temporary
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PH
Registered Practical Nurse Orthopaedic and Amputee Rehab
Providence Healthcare
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
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SH
LPN South West Edmonton
SE Health
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Temporary

Closed listing

Extendicare

Registered Practical Nurse (Part Time) - McGarrell Place

London, ON, Canada
McGarrell Place, Canada

Part-time

This opening has closed.

The original listing is kept below for reference.

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Job type: Part-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 5, 2026

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Original job description

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Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.

Key Responsibilities

To work as a member of the inter professional team as described by Extendicare's Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care;
To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;
To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required;
To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable;
To work closely with DOC/DHW to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers;
To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies and procedures;
To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and procedures;
To facilitate and provide resident/family education;
To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers;
To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents;
To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;
To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;
To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to DOC/DHW/Executive Director and other departments;
To follow and assist the DOC/DHW in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control , Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;
To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
To complete all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State;
Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;
Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;
Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills;
Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required;
Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications.
Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).

Time Type:

Part time

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

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Responsibilities

The Registered Practical Nurse provides patient-oriented nursing care, manages care plans, and administers medications in compliance with regulatory standards. They also coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure efficient service delivery and respond to medical emergencies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse and possess Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification. Experience in a senior's environment and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications are preferred.

Skills

Nursing care
Medication administration
Clinical documentation
Care planning
Gerontology
Critical thinking
Time management
First aid
Basic cardiac life support
Communication
Infection prevention
Health and safety
Patient education
Team coordination
Microsoft office

Benefits

Health support
Financial well-being support
Long-term career growth

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Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
Long-term care
Nursing
Gerontology
Patient care
Medication administration
Clinical assessments
Care plans
Infection prevention
Health and safety
First aid
Basic cardiac life support
Vulnerable sector screening
Microsoft office
Interdisciplinary team
Regulatory compliance
Nursing department
Clinical programs
Quality safety plans
Patient education

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