Licensed Practical Nurse - DePaul Hall

Shannex Incorporated; Bedford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Pension

Free onsite parking

Employee discounts

Education/Training opportunities

Recognition programs

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is opening DePaul Hall Enhanced Care in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in October 2026, and is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to join the opening team. You will provide leadership to health services staff, coordinate care, and ensure high-quality, individualized health services for residents.

The role requires registration with the provincial regulatory body, flexibility in scheduling (days, nights, weekends, holidays), and a commitment to compassionate elder care.

Qualifications

• Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
• A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff;
• 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;
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice;
• Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting;
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy;
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff.

Skills

Flexibility in hours

CPR & First Aid Certification

Criminal record check

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care asset

Elderly care experience asset

Compassionate care

Education

LPN registration (Nova Scotia)

Job description

If compassion, professionalism, and integrity drive you, a rewarding career at Shannex could be your next great move. Our communities are more than places to work — they’re places where Great People connect, care, and Lead the Way to Better Living.

We’re opening DePaul Hall Enhanced Care in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in October 2026, and we’re searching for an experienced and passionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our opening team.

When you join Shannex, you join a community of talented professionals who care deeply about what they do — and about each other. We’re proud to offer meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference.

Here’s What You Can Look Forward To

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (if eligible)
• Vacation accrual begins immediately and travel insurance (if eligible)
• Pension plan for part-time and full-time staff
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• 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

What You’ll Do

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff;
• 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;
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice;
• Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting;
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy;
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff.

What You Bring

• Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
• A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• 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.