Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 22, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,775
Employers: 328

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.09Across 297 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%5 listings
Hybrid: <1%7 listings
On-site: >99%2,763 listings

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (223), Alberta Health Services (131), Vancouver Coastal Health (114).

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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Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Withdrawal Management & Treatment Services
SOAR Community Services
Brantford, ON
Full-time
SOAR Community Services is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our Withdrawal Management & Treatment Services (WMTS) team. In this bed-based setting, you will provide direct…
Added 20 days ago
Full-Time Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - 11 PM to 7 AM
COGIR Real Estate
Ottawa, ON
Full-time
Added 17 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell
Burlington, ON
Part-time
…meaningful relationships with older adults? As a Registered Practical Nurse at Chartwell, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of our residents. Your clinical…
Added 18 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse Lead
Optima Living
AB · Red Deer County, AB
Added 18 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (2026-0901)
Carewest Innovative Healthcare
Calgary, AB
Part-time
Added 21 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Lodge 7 - CC - Repost
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winnipeg, MB
Full-time
Added 20 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - CD2 Personal Care - Repost
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winnipeg, MB
Full-time
Added 20 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – ER | Hospital Setting
Russell Tobin
BC · British Columbia, Canada
$40 to $50 CAD / hour
Contract
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Emergency Room (ER)
Added 20 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Russell Tobin
BC · British Columbia, Canada
$39 to $50 CAD / hour
Contract
Join a leading healthcare staffing partner connecting experienced Licensed Practical Nurses with rewarding travel contract opportunities across British Columbia. Enjoy competitive c
Added 20 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - Casual
Touchmark
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Added 18 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Broadview, SK
Full-time
Added 17 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Orthopedic Surgery
Vancouver Coastal Health
North 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…
Added 17 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
Sienna Senior Living
Kingston, ON
Full-time
Registered Practical Nurse (Temp Full-time | 12 Hour Shifts 7:00am-7:00pm)
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Toronto, ON
Full-time
We are hiring Part-time Shift Days and Overnight Registered Nurses (RN) and Practical Nurses (RPN) to work in the Toronto Lakeshore West area
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Richmond Hill, ON
Part-time
We are hiring Registered Nurses (RN) and Practical Nurses (RPN) to work in the community of Richmond Hill
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
Part-time
We are hiring Registered Nurses (RN) and Practical Nurses (RPN) to work in the community of North York and surrounding areas
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
Part-time
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
Full-time
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Minden, ON
Full-time
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Alliston, ON
Part-time
We are hiring Registered Nurses (RN) and Practical Nurses (RPN) to work in the community of Alliston and surrounding areas
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
Burlington, ON
Part-time
Added 20 days ago
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), SHORT STAY
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…
Added 18 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Extendicare
Dryden, ON · Sioux Lookout, ON · ParaMed - Dryden (Government St.)
Part-time
In this community nursing role, you as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will have scheduled visits within the community to care for patients in various settings with the support of RNs…
Added 10 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - Repost
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winkler, MB
Added 20 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse
ParaMed Home Health Care
Burlington, ON
Full-time
In this community RPN Visiting Nursing role, as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) you will have scheduled visits to care for patients in various settings. You will work with patients of…

Extendicare

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Dryden, ON, Canada
Sioux Lookout, ON, Canada
ParaMed - Dryden (Government St.), Canada

Pay: $26.63 - $30.61
Job type: Part-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 4, 2026

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Job Description

*$5,000 Signing Bonus*

These vacancies are located in Dryden, Ontario and Sioux Lookout, Ontario.

In this community nursing role, you as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will have scheduled visits within the community to care for patients in various settings with the support of RNs for more complex patients. You will work with patients of all ages with differing complexity of care needs and play a key role in helping patients remain comfortable in their homes for as long as possible. If you are looking for a career that offers you autonomy, independence and a work-life balance, this position is for you!

Why you’ll love working here:

Be a part of a great supportive team of fellow nurses and supervisors
Attractive scheduling including every other weekend off
Opportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with patients
Opportunity to practice and develop complex clinical skills
Best in class training and development programs, including a comprehensive clinical orientation and hands-on skills labs
Celebration and Recognition programs
Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options
Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans
Company paid mobile devices
Mileage compensation
Education allowance for employees and family
Opportunities for career advancement
Employee Assistance Program
Employee perks and exclusive offers

What you’ll do:

Participate in scheduled visits in the community to look after patient needs within your scope of practice
Provide ethical and safe nursing care
Use appropriate assessment tools/techniques to assess patients’ individual needs
Execute and continuously monitor care plans and adjust as required
Engage patients using a collaborative approach by building rapport and trust
Maintain and update professional patient records related to patient encounters and plans

What you bring:

Registration with the CNO as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required
Experience in delivering community care is an asset
Reliability and flexibility
Willingness to travel to and from patient residences within a designated area
Experience working with the vulnerable population
Passion for making a difference in your community
Required on-call coverage, including after hours to ensure patient safety and to meet patient care needs

This is a newly added position.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$26.63 - $30.61

ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

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.

ParaMed 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.

ParaMed 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 [email protected].

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 will conduct scheduled community visits to provide ethical and safe nursing care to patients of all ages. They are responsible for assessing patient needs, executing care plans, and maintaining accurate professional records.

Requirements

Candidates must be registered with the CNO as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required to travel to patient residences.

Skills

Nursing
Patient assessment
Care planning
Community nursing
Clinical documentation
Patient care
Therapeutic relationships
Clinical skills

Benefits

Signing bonus
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Mileage compensation
Education allowance
Employee assistance program
Mobile devices

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
RPN
Community nursing
Patient care
CNO registration
Home health care
Clinical orientation
Nursing assessment
Care plans
Vulnerable population
On-call coverage
Healthcare
Nursing

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