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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

@ Ocean View Continuing Care Centre

Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia

$29.75–$34.75/hr
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Overview

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for full-time (1.0 FTE) and part-time (0.5 FTE) positions in Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia. The LPN provides direct nursing care to residents as part of an interdisciplinary team under the direction of the RN and Team Leader. The role requires rotating 24-hour shifts across all program areas, and pay follows the Nova Scotia Nurses' Union collective agreement.

Pay:

$29.75–$34.75 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct nursing care to residents
  • Carry out duties as directed by the RN and Clinical Leader
  • Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team
  • Administer medications

Requirements summary:

  • Current registration with the Nova Scotia Nursing and Midwifery Regulator
  • Recognized pharmacology course and medication administration experience
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Ability to work 24-hour shift rotations on any program area
  • Heavy lifting with proper body mechanics

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Retirement planEmployee assistance
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Employer posting date
2026-09-13
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-11-04

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentNursing & personal care
Scheduleday, evening, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingCare home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsNova Scotia Nursing and Midwifery Regulator registration, Pharmacology course
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Transit support

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Job description

Join us as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre in Eastern Passage, NS, Canada

Facility: Ocean View Continuing Care Centre
Location: Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Nursing, Healthcare
Position Available: Regular Full Time (1.0 FTE) and Regular Part-Time (0.5 FTE)

Facility Description:

Since 1967, Ocean View has been dedicated to our mission to provide person-directed care with compassion and grace. We work to enhance the lives of those we serve, ensuring a supportive environment for our 171 residents.

At Ocean View we are committed to our employee’s well-being as well as providing a healthy work-life balance through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), Personalized Assistance to Health (PATH), ongoing Guarding Minds Initiatives, and promoting opportunities for education and professional development.

Your work at Ocean View will be meaningful as a part of our diverse team, including professionals from nursing, clinical dietetics, physiotherapy, recreation therapy, social work, spiritual care, occupational therapy, long-term care assistants, and an active volunteer program.

Job Summary:

The LPN functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team under the direction of the RN & Team Leader to provide direct nursing care to residents. The LPN carries out duties as directed by the RN and Clinical Leader.

Qualifications:

· Current registration with the Nova Scotia Nursing and Midwifery Regulator.

· Recognized Pharmacology course and experience in the administration of medicines.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with residents, families, visitors, and co-workers.

· Ability to work a 24-hour shift rotation on any program area.

· Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis.

· Heavy lifting required; demonstrated use of proper body mechanics.

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre Offers:

· Free Parking & on Bus Route

· Comprehensive Orientation

· Benefits and Perks Package

· Defined Benefit Pension Plan

· A Supportive Work Environment Focused on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

· Continuing Education and Development for All Staff (Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA), PIECES, etc)

Salary Range: In accordance with the Collective Agreement between Ocean View Manor and Ocean View Manor Local of the Nova Scotia Nurse's Union.

Rotation: Days/Evenings/Nights: All Shift Hours

Please be aware that OVCCC is a pet friendly environment.

Please note: if the full application form is not completed with all applicable information, your application will not be reviewed.

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