Licensed Practical Nurse - Long Term Care

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Travel coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for long-term care at Hants Community Hospital. The Casual Hourly PT long-assignment (60%) supports care for patients with defined health challenges under RN supervision.

Requirements include LPN credential, NSCN registration, CPR, and flexibility for a 45-hour bi-weekly schedule. Competitive hourly compensation is offered along with eligibility for benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing Program
• Current registration (or eligibility) with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing required
• Current CPR Certification
• Experience with Alzheimer's and other related Dementias an asset
• Demonstrated clinical skills
• The ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within scope of practice and collaborate with the health care team
• Support patients with defined health challenges and predictable outcomes
• Under supervision of RN, perform nursing interventions and maintain accountability for actions
• Contribute to a positive work environment and patient-centred care

Skills

LPN

Team collaboration

Independent work

CPR certification

French language (asset)

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Long Term Care

Req ID: 228171
Location: CentralZone,Hants Community Hospital
Department: OPCZ LTC Halliburton Place HCH
Type of Employment: CasualHourly PT long-assignment(60%) x 1
Union: NSNU NursingPosition
Posting Closing Date: 9-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Under their scope of practice and in collaboration with patients and the health care team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides care for patients with defined health challenges and predictable outcomes. As the acuity or complexity increases and/or outcomes are not predictable, the LPN, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides nursing interventions, within their scope of practice. The RN retains accountability for the assignment and/or delegation of patient care activities to the LPN, but the LPN is accountable for individual actions or practices.

About You

• Graduate of a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing Program
• Current registration (or eligibility) with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing required
• Current CPR Certification
• Experience with Alzheimer's and other related Dementias an asset
• Demonstrated clinical skills
• The ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment part-time position; 45 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$31.73 - $35.81 Hourly

$37.06 Hourly with 25 years of experience

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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