Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Visiting Nursing - Temporary, Part-time 0.8

CareerArc; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Nova Scotia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a temporary, part-time position. The role involves diabetes management, medication administration, and wound care. Candidates must be licensed and have community health experience. Competitive salaries, benefits, travel compensation, and an opportunity to make a difference in the community are offered. This role may include working during days, evenings, and weekends, with on-call duties required. The anticipated end date of the position is January 2027.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and vacation time

Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD)

Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution

Travel compensation

SMART phone provided for work

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the province of practice.
• Experience in community health is an asset.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle for transportation.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Providing diabetes management to clients.
• Administering medication and managing palliative care.
• Conducting wound care including complex wounds.
• Performing physical tasks requiring good body mechanics.

Skills

Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Experience in community health

Valid driver's license

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Job description

Requisition Details

Employment Status: Temporary, Part‑time (0.8 FTE)

Program Name: Visiting Nursing

Number of Bi‑Weekly Hours: 60

Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Union/Bargaining Unit: NSNU

Anticipated End Date: January 2027

On Call: Yes

Location: Digby County

Existing Vacancy: Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position Portability of Seniority as per NSNU Agreement

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

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

What you’ll be doing

• Diabetes management
• Medication management
• Palliative care
• Wound care; incl. negative pressure wound therapy and complex wounds
• …and much more!

What we need from you

• Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the province of practice
• Experience in community health an asset
• A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• 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
• 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.

Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its' discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.

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