Nursing Jobs In Canada

Nursing is one of the most respected professions in Canada. Nursing jobs in Canada started spreading to the world employment market in 1960s. Gradually, it grew to become a specialized and registered profession. In order to become a registered nurse one has to enroll into one of the many certification programs offered by nursing institutes located in all provinces of Canada. A nursing practitioner can be employed at various positions, based on the subject of specialization or work experience. The following details will give you a clear idea of the types of nursing jobs available in Canada.
Posts offered: The following posts are usually offered for nursing jobs in Canada-
  • Acute Care Nurse
  • Anesthetic Nurse
  • Obstetrical Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse
  • Community Health Nurse
  • Pediatric-Neonatal Nurse
  • Oncology Nurse
  • Orthopedic Nurse
  • Geriatric Nurse
  • Gastrointestinal Nurse
  • Nurse Educators
  • Nurse Managers
  • Emergency room Nurse
  • Float pool Nurse
  • Case Manager Nurse

Qualifications: A Graduate Degree in nursing/ health/ social sciences, registration from a certified college for nursing, a special course for emergency or critical care services.

Work Experience: 1 to 3 years or current/recent experience in medical/ orthopedic/ surgical/ emergency or critical care nursing.

Other skills: Interpersonal skills, excellent verbal communication in English, maintaining regular attendance at work, good teamwork skills, decision taking ability, commitment to service.


Working hours: Working hours for a nursing job in Canada is generally flexible. Working hours are divided between shifts ranging for a period of 7 to 8 hours a day. Number of shifts in a day is around 2 or 3.

Pay Scale: Pay scale for nursing jobs in Canada is structured on the basis of hourly wage.

The hourly wage ranges around $25.00 to $ 50.00 (approx.).

Latest Jobs

Critical Care Float Nurse

Company Name

Interior Health

`Title:

Critical Care Float Nurse

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

18/05/12

 

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Perinatal & Medical/Surgical Nurse

Company Name

Interior Health

`Title:

Perinatal & Medical/Surgical Nurse

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

18/05/12

 

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Registered Nurse

Company Name

North York General Hospital

`Title:

Registered Nurse

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

18/05/12

 

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Registered Nurse / Registered Psychiatric Nurse

Company Name

Alberta Health Services

Job Title:

Registered Nurse / Registered Psychiatric Nurse

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

11/05/12

 

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Registered Nurse

Company Name

Alberta Health Services

Job Title:

Registered Nurse

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

11/05/12

 

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Patient Care Coordinator - Burlington

Company Name;

Patient Care Coordinator - Burlington

Job Title:

Occupational Nurse - Nightshift

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

03/05/12

 

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Occupational Nurse - Nightshift

Company Name;

Design Group Staffing Inc

Job Title:

Occupational Nurse - Nightshift

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

03/05/12

 

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Manager Health Security and Emergency Services

Company Name;

Canadian Natural Resources

Job Title:

Manager Health Security and Emergency Services

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

03/05/12

 

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LABORATORY SUPERVISOR

Company Name;

The Employment Solution (TES)

Job Title:

LABORATORY SUPERVISOR

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

03/05/12

 

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Licensed Practical Nurse - TUDOR MANOR

Company Name;

The Brenda Strafford Foundation

Job Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse - TUDOR MANOR

Job Location:

Canada

Employment Category

Nursing Job

Posted:

03/05/12

 

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