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Licensed Practical Nurse

@ Spark Lifecare

Halifax, Nova Scotia

$40/hr
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Overview

Spark Lifecare is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses in Halifax, Nova Scotia, as independent contractors to provide individualized nursing support to children, adults, seniors and families at home and in the community. The posting states a rate of $40/hour, flexible client-dependent scheduling, and autonomy over schedule and availability. A short video-based interview is required to apply.

Pay:

$40 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Provide individualized nursing support in client homes and communities
  • Deliver holistic, person-centered care to children, adults and seniors
  • Support clients with complex medical, mental health and recovery needs
  • Collaborate with clients and their networks to meet care goals

Requirements summary:

  • LPN licence and registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing
  • Valid BLS/CPR Level C certification
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Smartphone with a data plan
  • Experience on a multi-disciplinary team (asset)
  • G-class driver's licence with vehicle access (asset)

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Employer posting date
2026-08-20
First seen by our source
2026-10-10
Source record updated
2026-10-30

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Job details

DepartmentNursing & personal care
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingClient sites, Home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsNova Scotia College of Nursing registration, BLS/CPR Level C, Professional Liability Insurance
Driver’s licencepreferred
Perks mentionedFlexible hours

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Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond surviving with their needs, and help them thrive with: * Respite Care * Companion & Attendant Care * Depression & Anxiety Support * Developmental & Disability Support * Rehabilitation Support * Gerontology & Senior Care * Therapeutic Mentoring * Special Needs Tutoring * Acquired Brain Injury Support * Occupational Therapy * Physiotherapy * Psychotherapy * Yoga Therapy * Massage Therapy * Case Management * Nursing * Social Work * Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) A spark is something that ignites, catalyzes, inspires. We are your spark. Come and ignite your life.

LinkedIn followers
1,292
People associated on LinkedIn
110
Reported office locations
  • 10 Florence St, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0W7, CA
  • Cornwall, Ontario, CA
  • Kingston, Ontario, CA
  • Brockville, Ontario, CA
  • Toronto, Ontario, CA
  • Quinte West, Ontario, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Wellness
  • Nursing and Residential Care
Other recorded names
  • Spark Lifecare
Specialties
  • Therapeutic & Traditional Respite Services
  • Disability Support Services
  • Senior Support Services
  • Rehabilitation Support Services
  • Motor Vehicle Accident Services
  • and Personal Care Services
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No
Reported total investment
0

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond…

FieldValue
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2012
SpecialtiesTherapeutic & Traditional Respite ServicesDisability Support ServicesSenior Support ServicesRehabilitation Support ServicesMotor Vehicle Accident Servicesand Personal Care Services
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Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse

Independent Contractor

Apply here to complete a short video-based interview & upload your resume: https://www.jobma.com/pre-recorded-job/NDUzMjE=/halifax-caregiver

At Spark Lifecare, we do healthcare differently. Spark Lifecare is coming to Halifax, Nova Scotia in Summer of 2026, and we're looking to recruit the best healthcare workers to provide superior care to our clients. Join our network of talented healthcare providers and be the first to hear about new client referrals!


Our Purpose
At Spark, we're on a mission to make a difference in the way community healthcare is done. As a leading healthcare organization, we are dedicated to supporting our clients with the autonomy to steer their healthcare journey and equipping them with the necessary resources to take control of their health.

Spark is an innovative, award-winning, inclusive and equity focused organization that matches diverse clients to the best one to one care in the community. If you have a passion for helping people and wish to collaborate with a group of like-minded individuals who are committed, hardworking and dedicated, we invite you to become part of our network of healthcare providers!

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Our clients are incredible children, adults, seniors, and families across Halifax and the broader Halifax Regional Municipality seeking high-quality, compassionate nursing support in their homes and communities. At Spark, we provide holistic, person-centered care for individuals navigating complex pediatric needs, adult and senior care, respite support, mental health challenges, motor vehicle accident recovery, surgeries, trauma, and other complex medical conditions.

We are looking for Nurses who are compassionate, reliable, team-oriented, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives. In this role, you will provide individualized nursing support tailored to each client's unique needs — combining clinical excellence with genuine human connection to help clients thrive at home and in their communities.

HOURS:

Flexible and client dependent scheduling options are available.

Our nurses have full autonomy in organizing and managing their schedule and availability based on client matches.

RATE OF PAY

$40/hour

Requirements:

  • Valid BLS/CPR Level C certification
  • Smartphone with a data plan
  • LPN License and registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing
  • Professional Liability Insurance

Assets:

  • Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
  • Drivers License G class with access to a vehicle

Why Join Spark Lifecare?

Flexible caseload and schedule: Whatever our clients age, background, or circumstances, we help them choose the perfect fit from our handpicked team of passionate, skilled and committed caregivers. As a caregiver with Spark, you have a voice in the matching process. We believe that your input will foster the best long-term relationships with your clients. At Spark, you'll have flexibility, autonomy and a team who truly cares about you.

Access to mentorship and resources: At Spark, we value community, work life balance and career development. To help foster your personal and professional growth, we partner with Spark University, a non-profit focused on connecting, educating, and empowering caregivers. Spark U provides you with learning opportunities to make sure you are providing quality care for your clients. You can check them out at: www.sparku.ca

Reward programs: Earn rewards for referring new team members and helping us grow our talented team.

Inclusivity:Whatever your age, ability, orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, religion or gender identity - you are welcome. Our community is stronger and more vibrant when it is more diverse and inclusive. We are committed to a fair, equitable, inclusive, and accessible application and selection process.

Accommodations: Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at [email protected]

Our recruitment process may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in reviewing applications while supporting efficiency and consistency. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure fair and equitable consideration.

Check us out: www.sparkcares.ca

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