Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 25, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,328
Employers: 386

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.08Across 399 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $62,598Across 12 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%2 listings
Hybrid: <1%20 listings
On-site: 99%4,304 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (350), Alberta Health Services (332), Brant Community Healthcare System (211).

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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WC
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
West Coast Seniors Housing Management Limited Partnership
Chilliwack, BC
- $32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
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AH
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Hinton, AB
- Part-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…
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PH
Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
ParaMed Home Health Care
Bedford, NS
- $29 to $33 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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PC
Registered Practical Nurse
peoplecare communities
Delhi, ON
- Up to $32.12 CAD / hour
- Part-time
As a member of the peopleCare nursing team, this position works under the direction of the Registered Nurse and reports to the Director of Care while providing nursing and personal care to…
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Edgewood Health Network Inc
Nanaimo, BC
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SH
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Health-Santé Sud
Carman, MB
- Full-time
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PP
Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
PEARSON PLACE
Hythe, AB
- From $37.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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AC
Registered practical nurse (R.P.N.)
Accent Clinical Wellness & Spa
Walkerton, ON
- From $31 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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GH
Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Galaxy Human Resources Inc
Vernon, BC
- $33 to $45 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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CH
Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
Castor, AB
- Part-time
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CH
Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
Castor, AB
- Part-time
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BH
Registered Practical Nurse
Bariza Health
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Union: SEIU New or Replacement: Replacement Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Emergency Department Reports to: Nurse Manager Wage Range: $37.33 - $38.16 per hour (start rate is…
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CH
Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
The IV Therapy Clinic nurse performs assessment, intervention, and follow up care for ambulatory patients requiring a variety of intravenous therapies, such as, antimicrobial therapy, blood…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Leader, SK
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Melville, SK
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
La Ronge, SK
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saltcoats, SK
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CM
Licensed Practical Nurse
Coast Mental Health
Maple Ridge, BC
- Part-time
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NP
Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Naz's Pharmacy #1
Surrey, BC
- From $29 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Part-time
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NH
Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Northern Health Authority
Prince Rupert, BC
- $32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
- Part-time
- On-site
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Melville, SK
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
La Ronge, SK
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Kyle, SK
- Full-time
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AH
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Claresholm, AB
- Part-time
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AH
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Smoky Lake, AB
- Part-time
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You…

Retirement Concepts

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Parksville, BC, Canada

$32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 14, 2026

Original job description

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

We are pleased to offer a $10,000 signing bonus and up to $3300 in relocation assistance for this full-time permanent role at this community. Certain conditions apply – only available for new hires or returning employees who have not worked at any Retirement Concepts communities in the past 6 months.

Position: Full-Time Permanent

Location: Stanford Seniors Village (Parksville, BC)

About Us

At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About The Role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reports to the Director of Care and/or designate. This position is the role model and team leader to an assigned comunity, and responsible for coordinating care delivery of the persons served. The LPN performs duties and monitors departmental activities in accordance with their scope of practice, established standards, regulations, policies and procedures to maximize individualized and resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to:

Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
Assesses residents’ needs; implements and evaluates individualized resident-centered care plans.
Ensures residents rights are observed and adheres to a holistic philosophy of wellness.
Liaises with physicians, community agency representatives, families, visitors, volunteers, other disciplines and departments to ensure quality resident-centred care is delivered.
Assesses and treats all wounds on the unit and acts as a resource to care staff for strategies to prevent skin breakdown. Consult with RN or designate for changes in treatment strategies as needed.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments within the limitations of the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Monitors and reports changes in physical and psychological conditions of residents. Document changes on the resident health record, notifies family and physician of changes in condition.
Active participant in Interdisciplinary Care Conferences.
Participates in care plan reviews to ensure current and individualized care plans.
Supports the administrative requirements at the community in accordance with established standards, including but not limited to; admissions, discharge and ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times.
Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
Provides coaching and direction to care staff as needed and uses in the moment education to improve resident care which includes completing all Point of Care (POC) documentation. Seeks assistance/support from RN or designate as needed.
Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of community policies and procedures, particularly those concerning emergency procedures including equipment management, guidance and assistance on safe work practices.
Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications And Skills

Graduate of an approved program for Practical Nursing and holds a current license with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as an LPN.
Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 certification.
Successful annual Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) competency testing.
Previous experience in a long term care facility an asset.
All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines (see BCCNM license).
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
Computer skills including the ability to navigate basic computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook.
Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management

is an equal opportunity employer.

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Responsibilities

The LPN coordinates the delivery of individualized resident-centered care and monitors departmental activities according to professional standards. Key duties include assessing resident needs, treating wounds, administering medications, and providing coaching to care staff.

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program with a current BCCNM license and Occupational First Aid Level 1 certification. Proficiency in English, basic computer skills, and the ability to pass a vulnerable sector criminal record check are required.

Skills

Resident-Centered Care
Wound Care
Medication Administration
Care Plan Implementation
Patient Assessment
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Point Of Care Documentation
Staff Coaching
Emergency Procedures
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook

Benefits

Signing Bonus
Relocation Assistance

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
LPN
BCCNM
Long Term Care
Resident Assessment Instrument
RAI
Occupational First Aid
Vulnerable Sector Check
Holistic Wellness
Healthcare
Patient Care
Clinical Documentation
Wound Management
Interdisciplinary Care

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