Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)  - Permanent Full Time

Position Summary:  The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will perform a wide range of nursing competencies including administering medications, and completing healthcare assessments.  The LPN provides nursing services for a variety of clients in diverse settings, including acute care, long term care, and continuing care.   The LPN is an essential part of the discipline of nursing, and the healthcare delivery system.  The LPN will work in collaboration with other health care professionals and are accountable and responsible for their own actions and decisions.  The LPN will continue to build on their education and practical experience to ensure they practice according to their professions' Scope of Practice, Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

Qualifications:  

• Graduate of an approved practical nurse program or equivalent 
• Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Nova Scotia 
• Current CPR certification required 
• Nursing experience is required 
• Demonstrated clinical and technical skills 
• Excellent oral and written communications skills 
• Ability to organize, prioritize and supervise patient care 
• Ability to demonstrate sound decision making skills and be accountable for decisions 
• Basic computer skills

Hours of Work: Permanent full time – 75 hours bi-weekly

Salary: $21.50 per hour

Email: brenda.arnold@adecco.ca

Comp #: HS00102LPN

HealthStaff is a non-unionized company that offers a competitive salary and full benefit package for permanent employees.  We also reimburse for annual license fees.  Our permanent staff enjoy the ability to self schedule, and to float within different units. 

To support efforts in attracting and retaining the best qualified nurses, eligible LPNs receive relocation allowance when moving to Nova Scotia for permanent full time employment, as per the Nova Scotia Nursing Strategy Relocation Allowance Program.