Licensed Practical Nurse - Seeking Experienced Candidates

Req ID

• 173333
• Location: Various
• Sites and
• Community-based
• Locations
• Throughout
• Nova
• Scotia
• Department:
• Services and
• Programs
• Throughout
• Nova
• Scotia
• Health
• Type of
• Employment:
• Permanent,
• Assignments, and
• Casual
• Relief
• Opportunities
• Available
• Union: Nursing Bargaining Unit, Constituent Union Based on Location

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centers, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

This posting serves as the primary application for all Licensed Practical Nurse positions with Nova Scotia Health at any of our locations—whether you're interested in working in a city or a rural community, on any unit. Learn more about Nova Scotia Health, our facilities: Transform lives and grow your career in rural Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia Health Career Opportunities - More Than Medicine

What We Offer

Competitive compensation, signing bonuses, relocation support, health and dental benefits, pension plan and immigration support Up to $15,000 in recruitment incentives for hard-to-fill positions

• Compensation and Benefits Package$31.74 - $35.81 hourly ($61,893 - $69,829 annually) $37.06 with 25 years of LPN 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.
• About the OpportunityAre you interested in a Nursing career with Nova Scotia Health?
• We would love to hear from you!
• We are currently accepting Licensed Practical Nurse applications through this advertisement, and a recruiter will be in touch shortly after you apply to discuss your background and preferences and connect you to opportunities within our organization.
• Licensed Practical Nurses are a vital resource in our healthcare system.
• We are seeking LPN's from all backgrounds and skill levels to join our growing organization.
• You will work with a team of medical professionals under a collaborative care model, who strive to improve patient care throughout Nova Scotia.
• We have immediate opportunities in many areas throughout Nova Scotia, including but not limited to:

Medical/Surgical Critical Care Emergency Operating Room Alternate Level of Care Transitional Care Long Term Care Mental Health & Addictions Palliative Care Rehabilitation Public Health

About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following

Licensed, or eligible for licensure, with Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)

• Please ensure your resume includes all relevant education, experience, training and certifications.
• Hours and LocationsVarious permanent, temporary assignments, and casual relief (no guarantee of hours) are available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.
• Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the application.
• Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in joining Nova Scotia Health! Once you submit your application, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will contact you directly. They will assist you through each step of the process, offering personalized support to match your skills, experience, and career goals with the best opportunities available. We are excited to connect with you and explore the diverse career paths at Nova Scotia Health.

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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, programs, and communities, please contact: recruitment.services-nsha@nshealth.ca.

Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program

If you are a Licensed Practical Nurse and you qualify, you could also receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness over a maximum of five years. Apply for Student Loan Forgiveness here.