Posted 2 months ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
@ Shannex
Eskasoni, Nova Scotia
Overview
Shannex is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for Kiknu, a long-term care home in Eskasoni, Nova Scotia. The role assesses and directs resident care, administers medications and applies treatments, and supervises health care staff. The posting asks for flexible shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays. It is a designated Indigenous position open to Indigenous applicants, with preference for L'nue'kati community members.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, implement and document resident care
- Administer medications and apply treatments per physician orders
- Provide leadership to health services staff
- Supervise and evaluate other health care staff
- Promote communication and policy compliance
Requirements summary:
- Practical Nursing registration in Nova Scotia
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Clear criminal record with vulnerable sector check
- Availability for days, nights, weekends and holidays
- Experience with elders in long-term care is an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Practical Nursing registration, CPR, First Aid |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Transit support, Paid training |
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Shannex
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Full company description
Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted Partnerships, Always Improving Quality and Being Accountable, define what Shannex stands for and create the framework for all that we do. Shannex is more than a place to live or work. We are a community of people and friendships where the focus is on living well in the place our clients call home
- LinkedIn followers
- 18,879
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,853
- Reported office locations
- 621 Starboard Dr, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3M 0N5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Shannex Incorporated
- Specialties
- Care at Home
- Retirement Living
- and Nursing Home
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1988 |
| Specialties | Care at HomeRetirement Livingand Nursing Home |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 251 |
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Kiknu, meaning “our home” in Mi’kmaq, is Nova Scotia’s first long term care home on a First Nation community. A residents-first approach to care and service ensures Kiknu is supporting independence, promoting dignity and placing value on the choices for how elders want to live their lives.
Shannex acts as the operating partner alongside the First Nations community of Eskasoni in the operation of Kiknu. Together, we will ensure the community will deliver exceptional service and care while honouring Mi’kmaw culture, values and traditions.
We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Kiknu team based in Eskasoni, Nova Scotia.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who will make Kiknu a great place to live, work and visit. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of elders.
Additional benefits include:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire for all staff with a 0.50 FTE and higher)
- Life, travel, and other insurances
- Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
- Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan (8.7% Kiknu matching)
- Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
- Free onsite parking
- Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
- Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
- This healthcare role may qualify for the Government of Canada’s Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program for professionals working in eligible occupations and eligible rural or remote communities. Please visit the National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC) for details.
About the Opportunity
- Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff
- Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services
- Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures
- Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice
- Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting
- Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy
- Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
- Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body
- Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- A valid CPR & First Aid Certification
- A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire
- Any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset
- Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
- Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care
About Us
A long-term care home for elders located on the Eskasoni First Nation. Kiknu envisions being a trailblazing Indigenous long term care home, fostering cultural revitalization, holistic care, and community empowerment. We strive to create a loving environment where Indigenous elders and residents thrive, embracing their heritage, respected for their wisdom, cared for with dignity and surrounded by love.
Shannex is a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario.
If you’re ready to join our team, apply today!
All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a designated Indigenous position supporting the L'nue'kati community. The position is open to Indigenous applicants only, with preference for L'nue'kati community members. Candidates should identify their connection to L'nue'kati and relevant community or cultural experience in their application
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