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Shannex Incorporated

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Approximate hourly wage: $32.89 - $38.41 · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Approximate hourly wage: $32.89 - $38.41
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 2, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Parkland At The Lakes 2 team based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.

Additional Benefits Include

Approximate hourly wage: $32.89 - $38.41
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
Life, travel, and other insurances
Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
RRSP program (5% employer matching)
Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
NSNU seniority
Shannex provides relocation support and immigration assistance for qualified candidates who meet program requirements.
Free onsite parking
Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
This healthcare role may qualify for the Government of Canada’s Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program for professionals working in eligible occupations and eligible rural or remote communities. Please visit the National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC) for details.

About The Opportunity

Total nursing care and functions in accordance with the resident-directed approach to care, through the established philosophy of service.
Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff
Competence in numerous care areas including, but not limited to:
- Palliative Care Management
- Medication Administration
- Venipuncture
- Butterfly Insertion Set
- Catheter/Subprapubic Catheter Insertion
- Head to Toe Assessment
Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services
Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures
Maintains knowledge of current legislation and program requirements that govern long-term care
Maintain knowledge of issues and priorities within health care with a focus on continuing care
Follows the process in place for safekeeping of medications
Administers and records prescribed medications in accordance with facility policy
Provides consultation regarding resident issues and standards of care to interdisciplinary team
Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, positioning in bed, and transferring to and from bed to chair
Assists with resident’s special needs, e.g. eye care, colostomy, and catheter
Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and facility policy
Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans
Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice
Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting
Required to act as a work area leader or mentor in providing training, advice to peers doing similar work or filling in for vacation of people leader.
Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

Graduate from an approved Practical Nursing Program
Approved Pharmacology and Physical Assessment course (if not completed during diploma)
Current registration with provincial regulatory body
Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
A valid CPR & First Aid Certification (required)
A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset
Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

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Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate resident-directed nursing care, including assessment, care planning, medication administration, treatments, documentation, and support with daily living activities. Guide and mentor health services staff, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure care complies with facility policies and applicable legislation.

Requirements

Applicants must graduate from an approved Practical Nursing Program, complete approved pharmacology and physical assessment courses if not included in the diploma, hold current provincial registration, and have valid CPR and First Aid certification. Flexible availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays, a clear vulnerable-sector criminal record check, and Microsoft Office proficiency are required; long-term care experience and Alzheimer’s or dementia training are assets.

Skills

Resident Assessment
Care Planning
Medication Administration
Venipuncture
Catheter Insertion
Palliative Care
Physical Assessment
Documentation
Leadership
Staff Mentoring
Long-Term Care
Dementia Care
Microsoft Office
Communication
First Aid
CPR

Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee And Family Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Travel Insurance
Virtual Healthcare
RRSP With 5% Employer Matching
Vacation Accrual
Relocation Support
Immigration Assistance For Qualified Candidates
Free Onsite Parking
Employee Discounts
Continuing Education And Training
Recognition And Rewards

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
Practical Nursing Program
Provincial Registration
Pharmacology
Physical Assessment
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
Vulnerable Sector Screening
Microsoft Office Suite
Long-Term Care
Senior Living
Resident-Directed Care
Palliative Care
Medication Administration
Venipuncture
Butterfly Insertion Set
Catheter Insertion
Subprapubic Catheter
Care Planning
Resident Assessment
Health Services Leadership
Interdisciplinary Team
Alzheimer’s Care
Dementia Care
Documentation
Continuing Care
Infection And Medication Safety
Activities Of Daily Living

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