Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Temporary, Part-time 0.9

VON Canada; Town of Digby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses to provide essential medical care in various community settings. This role offers the chance to work autonomously while making a significant impact on the lives of individuals across Nova Scotia. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. You will be responsible for managing health conditions, administering medications, and providing compassionate care. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and travel compensation, this position is perfect for those looking to make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career in healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Vacation time

Health and dental benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Travel compensation

Comprehensive orientation program

SMART phone provided

Qualifications

• Must be Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the province of practice.
• Experience in community health is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to children, youth, adults, and seniors in their homes.
• Manage diabetes, medications, and palliative care.

Skills

Diabetes management

Medication management

Palliative care

Phlebotomy

Wound care

Community health experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse License

Tools

SMART phone

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Temporary, Part-time (0.9 FTE)
Program Name: Visiting Nursing
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Biweekly Hours: 67.5
Anticipated End Date: November 2025
Union/Bargaining Unit: NSNU
On-Call: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

The power to change lives!

With VON you get to hit the open road, where the scenery and work are different every day. We offer a workplace free from the repetitive and boring, where you can work to your full scope, have clinical autonomy, continuous learning, and meet some great people along the way.

Come for the job, stay for the learning, and the chance to make a difference.

What we can offer you:

1. Opportunity to work to full scope and expand your knowledge
2. Competitive salaries and vacation time
3. Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program
4. Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
5. Travel compensation
6. Comprehensive orientation program
7. SMART phone provided to keep you connected during work time
8. The opportunity to make a difference in your community
9. Portability of Seniority as per NSNU Agreement

What you’ll be doing:

Our LPNs provide medical care to children, youth, adults, and seniors in their homes and other settings in communities across Nova Scotia.

1. Diabetes management
2. Dialysis
3. Medication management
4. Palliative care
5. Phlebotomy
6. Wound care; incl. negative pressure wound therapy and complex wounds
7. …and much more!

What we need from you:

1. Must be Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the province of practice
2. Experience in community health an asset
3. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
4. A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required and a Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
5. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.