Canada has nursing opportunities across hospitals, long-term care facilities, community health services, home care, and specialised clinical units. As of 26 October 2026, Canada’s official Job Bank search lists hundreds of registered nurse vacancies, with opportunities across several provinces.
1. Latest nursing job openings in Canada
The following are specific advertised opportunities identified on official employer career pages and Canada’s Job Bank. Check the live advertisement before applying, as vacancies may close or change.
1. Registered Nurse – Home Care
Alberta Health Services | Grande Prairie, Alberta
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Employment: Temporary part-time, 0.84 FTE.
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Salary: CAD $44.56–$60.98 per hour.
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Expected start: 4 January 2027.
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Contract end: 20 February 2028.
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Requirements: Accredited nursing education, registration or eligibility for a practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, current BCLS-HCP certification, and 3–5 years of home-care RN experience.
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Role: Assess clients’ nursing needs, develop care plans and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.
Official vacancy and application
Alberta Health Services Careers
2. Registered Nurse – Long-Term Care
Assisted Living Alberta | Provost Health Centre, Alberta
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Employment: Temporary full-time, with benefits.
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Salary: CAD $44.56–$60.98 per hour.
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Expected start: 8 November 2026.
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Contract end: 28 February 2028.
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Requirements: Accredited nursing education, active or eligible registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, current BCLS-HCP certification, and at least one year of Type A long-term care or acute-care experience.
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Role: Provide nursing care and monitor residents’ health and safety.
Official vacancy and application
Alberta Health Services Careers
3. Emergency Nurse
Nova Scotia Health | Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Salary: CAD $40.55 per hour in the Job Bank listing.
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Employment: Check the current employer advertisement for hours, permanent or temporary status, and the closing date.
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Role: Emergency assessment, prioritisation, monitoring and urgent patient care.
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Requirements: Appropriate nursing registration in Nova Scotia and the clinical qualifications specified by the employer.
Search official Nova Scotia Health careers
Job Bank+1
4. Registered Nurse – Long-Term Care
The Hamlets at Penticton | Penticton, British Columbia
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Advertised salary: CAD $41.42–$55.91 per hour.
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Role: Resident assessment, medication administration, care planning and coordination with the care team.
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Requirements: Appropriate British Columbia nursing registration and employer-specific experience and qualifications.
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Important: Confirm whether this particular advertisement remains open before applying.
Find the listing through Canada’s Job Bank
Job Bank
For additional current opportunities, search these official resources:
2. Eligibility requirements for international nurses
Nurses applying from Nepal, India, or other countries should review the following requirements before applying.
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Recognised nursing qualification: A nursing diploma or degree accepted by the relevant provincial regulator.
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Nursing registration: Registration with the nursing regulatory body in the province where the nurse intends to practise.
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Credential assessment: Internationally educated nurses may need an assessment through the applicable provincial process or National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS), depending on the regulator and pathway.
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Language proficiency: English or French language evidence, where required.
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Clinical experience: Some positions accept new graduates, while others require experience in acute care, emergency nursing, home care, or long-term care.
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Work authorisation: Applicants must have appropriate Canadian work authorisation. A job offer alone does not guarantee a work permit or permanent residence.
Official resources:
3. Salary and benefits
Advertised salaries vary by province, employer, clinical specialty, experience, and collective agreement.
| Position | Advertised salary |
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| Home Care RN, Alberta | CAD $44.56–$60.98/hour |
| Long-Term Care RN, Alberta | CAD $44.56–$60.98/hour |
| Emergency Nurse, Nova Scotia | CAD $40.55/hour |
| Long-Term Care RN, British Columbia | CAD $41.42–$55.91/hour |
These are figures from the specific advertisements above, not a national salary scale.
Depending on the position, benefits may include paid leave, health benefits, pension arrangements, shift differentials and professional development. Verify the individual offer before publishing benefits as guaranteed.
4. How to apply
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Open the official job advertisement.
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Check the closing date, location, work schedule and required qualifications.
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Prepare a professional nursing CV and cover letter.
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Gather qualification certificates, registration documents, references and experience letters.
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Complete the required provincial registration process.
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Apply through the employer’s official career portal.
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If applying from overseas, confirm work-permit eligibility and whether the employer considers international applicants.
Fraud warning: Do not pay an unverified recruiter for a guaranteed job, registration, or visa. Confirm the employer and recruitment agency independently.