Practical nurse jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 5,840
Employers: 429

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.31Across 492 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%32 listings
On-site: 99%5,804 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (479), Alberta Health Services (454), Brant Community Healthcare System (449).

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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SWAN RPN
Bayshore
Kitchener, ON
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Associate Director of Care RN/RPN - Evenings
Sienna Senior Living
Old Stittsville, ON · Stittsville, ON
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse Unscheduled Part time
Sienna Senior Living
Barrie, ON
- Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse / Temporary Full-time Days - 75 hours
Sienna Senior Living
Minden Hills, ON · Bobcaygeon, ON
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Part Time
Optima Living
Medicine Hat, AB
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Registered Practical Nurse, Family Birthing Centre
St. Michael's Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Temporary
The Registered Practical Nurse will provide exemplary patient and family centred care in partnership with a variety of obstetrical, gynecological and surgical patients within an…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Athabasca, AB
- Full-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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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Athabasca, AB
- Full-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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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Athabasca, 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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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Peace River, AB
- Temporary
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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Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute Care
Alberta Health Services
Vermilion, 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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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Hanna, 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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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Part-time
…then this position will be of interest to you. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Home Care works as a member of an interprofessional health care team utilizing the nursing process to…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Lacombe, AB
- Part-time
…personal care to residents under the direction of a registered nurse in accordance with established care plans, and provides encouragement, emotional support, and will ensure the dignity of…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Sundre, AB
- Full-time
…Duties and responsibilities are within the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) scope of practice and in collaboration with the interpersonal team. Rural nursing…
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Type A Continuing Care Home
Alberta Health Services
Grande Prairie, AB
- Temporary
Assisted Living Alberta (ALA) has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who will have opportunity to work within a dynamic environment that is designed to meet the…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Red Deer, AB
- Temporary
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Lacombe, AB
- Part-time
…personal care to residents under the direction of a registered nurse in accordance with established care plans, and provides encouragement, emotional support, and will ensure the dignity of…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Sundre, AB
- Part-time
…Duties and responsibilities are within the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) scope of practice and in collaboration with the interpersonal team. Rural nursing…
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Lacombe, AB
- Part-time
…personal care to residents under the direction of a registered nurse in accordance with established care plans, and provides encouragement, emotional support, and will ensure the dignity of…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Assessment Unit
Alberta Health Services
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Temporary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a regulated member of the inter-professional health care team who utilizes the nursing process, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making…
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time

University Health Network

Registered Practical Nurse - Brain Program, Stroke

Toronto, ON, Canada

Wage range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (Start rate in accordance with collective agreement) · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Wage range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (Start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 5, 2026
Working hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Positions available: 1
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Original job description

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

www.uhn.ca

Job Description

Union: CUPE

Number of vacancies: 1

Replacement or New Position: Replacement

Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – University Centre

Department: Brain Program - Stroke 9 South

Reports to: Manager, Program Services

Wage range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (Start rate in accordance with collective agreement)

Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Shifts: 12hrs Days/Nights/Weekdays/Weekends - 8 hrs Days/Nights

Status: Temporary Full Time (approx. 6 months)

Closing Date: November 5, 2026

Position Summary

As a member of a multi-disciplinary Team, the Registered Practical Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.

Duties

Provide education to patients and families regarding relevant deficits and related health promotion interventions
Works effectively independently as well as collaboratively with inter-professional team
Contributes to the care planning process and follows a designed plan of care
Provides safe, competent care within Scope of Practice
Actively participates in education/mentorship of RPN students and new staff
Actively participates in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives
Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications

Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Certificate) and member in good standing, required
Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred
Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) required
Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills
Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program) required
Medical asepsis (if not included in diploma program) preferred
Recent experience in rehabilitation nursing care of neurological patient populations required
Experience providing care to patients who require trach care, suctioning, tube feeding and bowel and bladder management required
Familiarity with principles of rehabilitation and practice implications required
Ability to assess and care for patients with multiple medical needs
Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and monitor clinical status and intervene appropriately with changes in clinical status, required
Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe behavioural dysfunction, including engagement and re-direction, required
Ability to recognize changes in behaviour and follow prescribed behavioural management strategies required
Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe cognitive and physical impairment required
Knowledge of standards of practice and applicable health care legislation
Computer proficiency required or willing to pursue appropriate computer training

Additional Information

Why Join UHN:

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Competitive offer packages
Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

Provide safe, competent nursing care to stroke and neurological rehabilitation patients, following individualized care plans and applicable professional standards. Educate patients and families, monitor clinical and behavioural changes, collaborate with the interprofessional team, and contribute to staff and student education and program initiatives.

Requirements

Requires a current General Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario, Basic Cardiac Life Support certification, and recent experience in neurological rehabilitation nursing. Candidates must be able to provide complex care, including tracheostomy care, suctioning, tube feeding, bowel and bladder management, and support for patients with severe behavioural, cognitive, or physical impairments; an RPN diploma is preferred.

Skills

Neurological Rehabilitation Nursing
Health Assessment
Patient Education
Care Planning
Clinical Status Monitoring
Clinical Intervention
Tracheostomy Care
Suctioning
Tube Feeding
Bowel and Bladder Management
Behavioural Management
Cognitive and Physical Impairment Care
Medical Asepsis
Medication Administration
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Interprofessional Collaboration

Benefits

Healthcare Pension Plan
Transit Access
Shuttle Service
Flexible Work Environment
Professional Development Opportunities
Promotion Opportunities
Corporate Discounts
On-Site Gyms

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Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
Stroke
Brain Program
Neurological Rehabilitation
College of Nurses of Ontario
General Certificate of Competence
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Heart Saver Plus
RPN Diploma
Health Assessment
Medication Certificate
Medical Asepsis
Tracheostomy Care
Suctioning
Tube Feeding
Bowel and Bladder Management
Rehabilitation Principles
Clinical Status Monitoring
Behavioural Management
Patient Safety
Care Planning
Patient and Family Education
Interprofessional Team
Scope of Practice
Computer Proficiency

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