Miramichi Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNA) PCN 1750550

Horizon Health Network; City of Miramichi; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network is seeking a Miramichi Area Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNA) to join a multidisciplinary team in the Miramichi area, NB. The role supports care delivery across day, night, and weekend rotations, with ongoing training and collaboration with physicians and allied staff.

Requirements include ANBLPN registration, BCLS, and a year or less of recent direct experience in relevant settings. The position offers full-time status, competitive hourly wages, and commitment to quality

Qualifications

• Active ANBLPN registration is required.
• Current BCLS certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year recent direct nursing experience is asset depending on department.
• Willing to participate in continuing education during orientation/onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and deliver care within a collaborative setting.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team clearly and professionally.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients while maintaining boundaries.
• Provide holistic patient care and therapeutic measures to meet needs.
• Support the care plan with patients and families, in partnership with the healthcare team.
• Utilize hospital/community resources to meet educational and care needs.
• Mentor new staff and participate in onboarding.
• Participate in quality improvement and risk management activities.

Skills

Assessment skills

Emergent care

Prioritization

Interdisciplinary Communication

Professional boundaries

Education

ANBLPN registration

BCLS certification

Job description

Miramichi Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNA) PCN 1750550

Location: Miramichi area (Horizon), _Licensed Practical Nurse - Miramichi Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 167358 External

Posted: October 19, 2026

Closes: November 1, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: November 6, 2026

Location: 2 West - Medical Unit

Job Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNA)

Job Classification Type: NBNU

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, Night, Weekend, Rotation, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 35.14 to 39.63 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, provides quality patient care within the scope of professional nursing practice.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Active registration with ANBLPN
• Current BCLS certification
• Minimum 1 year recent and direct experience (within last 5 years) would be an asset depending on the department (for example: Mental Health, obstetrical, haemodialysis, medical/surgical, etc.). A combination of relevant work experience and related education training will be considered.
• Willing to participate in continuing education/certification programs (i.e. breastfeeding certification, non-violent crisis intervention, Periop 101, ASIST, cast application/removal, etc.) as outlined during orientation and onboarding within a defined timeframe.
• Demonstrated assessment skills and ability to respond to emergent situations and prioritize care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to relevant legislation.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritizes and delivers care to patients within a collaborative setting, seeking clinical guidance as required.
• Professionally communicates and consults with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients while adhering to professional boundaries.
• Provides holistic patient care and therapeutic measures to meet patient care needs
• Participates in the development of the plan of care in collaboration with the health care team, patients, and family members.
• Utilizes resources within the hospital and community to meet the health care and educational needs of patients and families.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff and provides ongoing mentorship.
• Participates in quality improvement and risk management activities.

COMPETENCIES

Competencies identified by HorizonHealth Network:

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.