Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Acute Medical Unit 2B, Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Location: Yarmouth Regional Hospital, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia

Shifts: 11.25-hour shifts

Contract Duration: 8 weeks (with potential for extension)

Pay Rate: $60 per hour

Accommodations Provided

Position Overview

Tahir Medix Staffing is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the Acute Medical Unit 2B at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. This role involves providing patient-centered care for individuals with defined health challenges and predictable outcomes, while collaborating closely with RNs and other healthcare team members.

Hospital Overview

- Yarmouth Regional Hospital provides comprehensive acute care services in southwestern Nova Scotia.
- The Acute Medical Unit 2B serves a diverse patient population, including those with complex medical needs and chronic conditions.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide nursing care within the LPN scope of practice for patients with defined health challenges and predictable outcomes.
- Deliver nursing interventions under RN supervision when patient conditions become more complex or unpredictable.
- Administer medications and perform interventions approved for LPNs within the designated practice area.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.




- Comply with documentation processes at Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) sites.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic and patient-centered care.

IV Initiation and Medication Administration

- IV initiation and IV medication administration are now entry-level competencies in the LPN curriculum.
- These skills are not practiced in all units—LPNs must confirm approval with the Charge Nurse before performing these procedures.
- Certain medications may be restricted to RN administration only.

Qualifications

- Active LPN License in Nova Scotia
- Minimum one year of recent experience in an acute medical unit or similar setting
- Mandatory certification: BLS
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work within a team workplace
- Experience in acute care or chronic illness management is an asset

What We Offer

- Competitive pay
- Accommodations provided
- Flexible scheduling and a supportive healthcare team
- Opportunities for career growth in travel nursing

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes tohttps://www.careers-page.com/tahir-medix-staffing-inc

Expected Start Date: March 1, 2025

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Acute Medical (Yarmouth)
🏢 Tahir Medix Staffing
📍 Yarmouth