Join the Coast Family as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!
Are you ready for a flexible and rewarding nursing experience across Nova Scotia? As a LPN with Coast, you’ll have the opportunity to work in various long-term care and retirement home facilities throughout the province, providing compassionate care where it’s needed most. Enjoy an inclusive and welcoming environment, and the chance to broaden your professional horizons.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
- Active registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
- A skilled attitude and neat appearance
- Experience with senior care is an asset
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Sound judgment under pressure and in emergency situations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver care aligned with NSCN scope of practice and facility procedures
- Adapt quickly to new environments and facility-specific protocols
- Accurately document all resident care activities, including charting in PointClickCare
- Administer medications safely and according to care plans
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident, employee, and organizational information
- Build positive rapport with residents, families, coworkers, and management
- Respond promptly to emergency situations and incidents
- Supervise and support facility staff as needed during shift coverage
- Provide clear shift reports and updates
Schedule and Travel Requirements:
- Must be open to travel across multiple facilities in Nova Scotia
- Transportation and accommodation support may be provided when applicable
- Call on need basis – On call roles
- Shifts may include: 8-hour or 12-hour shifts, Days, nights, weekdays, and weekends
Job Types: Casual
Required Certifications:
- LPN/RPN License (NSCN)
- First Aid & CPR Certification