Nova Scotia Health
Jul 13, 2026
Full time
Req ID: 217220 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
How You Make an Impact
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province’s largest provider of health services — we are a team committed to excellence in health, healing and learning across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. We are seeking compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses to join our teams across various programs and locations, providing patient-centred care within a collaborative healthcare environment. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career and enjoying the exceptional lifestyle Nova Scotia has to offer.
Up and down the coast, Nova Scotia Health offers exciting nursing opportunities in communities across the province. Explore site-specific and unit-profiles here:
Central Zone
Eastern Zone
Northern Zone
Western Zone
Compensation
$31.74 - $35.81 hourly ($61,893 - $69,829 annually)
$37.06 with 25 years of LPN experience
What We Offer
Nova Scotia Health offers the following benefits for eligible positions:
Virtual Health Access: Get convenient, on-demand care through Telus Health, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health — giving you and your family peace of mind wherever you are.
Paid Vacation: Start your journey with three weeks of paid vacation each year, so you can relax, recharge, and do more of what you love.
Parental Leave Top-Up: We proudly support growing families with a parental leave top-up, helping you focus on what matters most during life’s biggest moments.
Exclusive Corporate Discounts: Enjoy access to a wide range of corporate discounts, saving you money on products, services, and experiences.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Eligible candidates can take advantage of a robust benefits program through Nova Scotia Health , including:
Health & dental coverage
Travel insurance
Long-term disability protection
Life insurance
A defined benefit pension plan
Your Must-Haves
Licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a Licensed Practical Nurse with Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
Opportunities Available
To learn more about our locations please visit: Nova Scotia Communities - More than Medicine - Healthcare Jobs in Nova Scotia, Canada
At Nova Scotia Health, our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) vacancies are dynamic and subject to change at any time based on operational and organizational needs. Posted openings may be filled or closed without prior notice. The vacancy list is updated every Thursday to ensure the vacancies are accurate and up to date. We encourage all applicants to check back regularly for updates.
Long-assignment refers to temporary positions greater than 9 months Short-assignment refers to temporary positions 2-9 months in length Full-time positions are scheduled 75 hours biweekly
Last Updated: July 9, 2026
Central Zone (Halifax Regional Municipality, Eastern Shore and West Hants)
Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital
Long Term Care - Long assignment full-time
Continuing Care Nursing - Long assignment full-time
Continuing Care Nursing - Casual relief
Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital - Long assignment full-time
QEII
Operating Rooms - Permanent full-time
8.2 General Medicine - Permanent part-time, 37.5 hours biweekly
Eastern Zone (Cape Breton, Antigonish and Guysborough)
Eastern Memorial Hospital
General Medical Unit - Permanent full-time
Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital
Emergency Department – Permanent part-time, 60 hours biweekly
Nursing Unit - Permanent full-time
St. Mary's Memorial Hospital
Continuing Care Nursing - Casual relief
Continuing Care Nursing - Long assignment, full-time
St. Martha's Regional Hospital
Alternative level of care/GARU - Long assignment, full-time
Emergency Department - Permanent part-time, 45 hours biweekly
Taigh Na Mara
Long Term Care - Long assignment part-time, 52.5 hours biweekly
Northern Zone (Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou County)
Aberdeen Hospital
Medical Telemetry - Long assignment full-time
Surgical Unit - Permanent full-time
Transitional Care Unit - Casual relief
Colchester Regional Hospital
Float Pool - Permanent full-time
Float Pool - Permanent part-time, 60 hours biweekly
Acute Medical Unit - Long assignment full-time
Cumberland Regional Healthcare Centre
Day Surgery - Perioperative Services - Long assignment part-time, 30 hours biweekly
Western Zone (Annapolis Valley, South West and South Shore)
Digby General Hospital
Medical Unit - Long assignment full-time
Fishermen's Memorial Hospital
Hospice/Long Term Care (Multi-Unit) - Long assignment full-time
Medical Unit - Permanent part-time, 67.5 hours biweekly
Restorative Care & Alternate Level of Care (Multi-Unit) - Permanent full-time
South Shore Regional Hospital
Acute Medical Unit - Permanent full-time
Medical Surgical Unit - Long assignment full-time
Emergency Department - Permanent full-time
Medical Surgical Unit - Permanent full-time
Valley Regional Hospital
Medical B - Long assignment full-time
Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Acute Care - Permanent part-time (37.5 hours biweekly) & Long assignment full-time
Complex Care - Long assignment part-time, 37.5 hours biweekly
Medical Surgical (Float) - Permanent full-time
Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity. 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 us recruitment.services-nsha@nshealth.ca
