Nurse practitioner jobs in Canada (856 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 856
Employers: 231

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $65.77Across 87 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $113,567Across 24 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 3%28 listings
Hybrid: 3%28 listings
On-site: 93%798 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (102), Cornwall Community Hospital (45), Alberta Health Services (32).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Nurse practitioner jobs in Canada

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Nurse Practitioner – Internal Medicine – Residency Opportunity
Fraser Health
Chilliwack, BC
- Full-time
Bring your clinical expertise and passion for providing high-quality, patient-centred care to an exciting new Nurse Practitioner role within the Internal Medicine program at Chilliwack…
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Nurse Practitioner
Alberta Health Services
St. Albert, AB
- Full-time
Alberta Health Services (AHS), Edmonton Zone Medical Affairs, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join the dedicated critical care team at the Sturgeon…
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Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Diabetes-Endocrine
Hamilton Health Sciences
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) for the Diabetes and Endocrine service of McMaster Children’s Hospital will provide leadership and promote excellence in pediatric family centered nursing care…
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Nurse Practitioner
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
- Part-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
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Nurse Practitioner
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
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Nurse Practitioner
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
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Locum Nurse Practitioner, PEPP
CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
St. Thomas, ON
- $70.8 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Nurse Practitioner (Locum) – PEPP (Prevention and Early Intervention Program for Psychosis)
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Nurse Practitioner
Covenant Health Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a self-directed practitioner who functions in an extended role in the area of Hospital Medicine on Inpatient units and within ER department. Are you looking…
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Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Halifax, NS
Department/Program: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Women's & Newborn Health
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Nurse Practitioner
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Halifax, NS
- $59.46 to $71.96 CAD / hour
- Other
Nurse Practitioner - Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Program
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Nurse Practitioner
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Kipling, SK
- Full-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
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Nurse Practitioner
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Hafford, SK
- Full-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
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Nurse Practitioner
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Hafford, SK
- Full-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
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Nurse Practitioner -(Temporary Full Time) CVH Cardiac Health (DART Clinic/Cardiology)
Trillium Health Partners
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Nurse Practitioner, Substance Use Disorder Service (SUDS)
CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
London, ON
- $65.69 to $70.87 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Nurse Practitioner
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
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Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Full-Time | Wellbrook Place West
Partners Community Health
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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SUH Nurse Practitioner
Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre
Hamilton, ON
- $57.33 to $60.1 CAD / hour
- Part-time
The Nurse Practitioner - Substance Use Health is a key member of the Mental Health and Addictions Treatment (MHAT) Hub, providing client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally safe…
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Clinical Nurse Practitioner – Hematology, Oncology, Medical Day Unit - Temporary Full Time (1.0) (until September 2027)
CHEO
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Nurse Practitioner (Casual) - M TDB Virt Care
Trillium Health Partners
ON · ON, Canada
- Part-time
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Nurse Practitioner (NP)
RhynoCare
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
- $128,000 CAD / year
- Contract
RhynoCare is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to work in Long Term Care facilities in Etobicoke, ON.
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Nurse Practitioner (MRP) - Mental Health Program
Quinte Health
Belleville, ON
- Full-time
The NP (Nurse Practitioner) is an advanced practice nurse leader functioning in an expanded nursing role as Most Responsible Provider (MRP) for our post-acute outpatients. The NP-MRP…
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Nurse Practitioner (Emergency Department)
The West Nipissing General Hospital - Hôpital général de Nipissing Ouest
Sturgeon Falls, ON
- Full-time
Join Our Team as a Nurse Practitioner at West Nipissing General Hospital!
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Nurse Practitioner, Trans Specialty Care Program
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $76.34 to $83.98 CAD / hour
- Temporary
Come work as a Nurse Practitioner with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
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Nurse Practitioner, Trans Specialty Care Program
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Come work as a Nurse Practitioner with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Solicitor General | Solliciteur général

Nurse Practitioner

Sarnia, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Working hours: 36.25 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 5, 2026

Original job description

Provide compassionate care in an unconventional setting

Make a difference in the lives of individuals in custody and in keeping our communities safe by delivering comprehensive health care in corrections and leading the development of the Nurse Practitioner role.

About the job

As a Nurse Practitioner with the Sarnia Jail, you will work collaboratively as a member of the inter-professional health care team and apply your specialized knowledge to provide patient-centred primary care. You can expect the typical day to include activities such as:

Assessing, diagnosing, and prescribing treatment focused health promotion and disease prevention

Communicating diagnosis and treatment plan options

Collaborate with an inter-professional team in the development of the patient plan of care

Supporting the principles of self-care by involving offenders in their own plan of care

Responding to emergency situations and implementing appropriate interventions

Practising in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario practice standards, ministry expectations, and the security requirements of the institution

What you bring to the team

Mandatory Requirements

You are registered as a Registered Nurse Extended Class (Nurse Practitioner) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

You have a Nurse Practitioner specialty certificate in primary health care or adult care

Clinical Assessment, Critical Reasoning and Analytical Skills

You can:

collect, interpret and utilize information from patients and other sources

respond to emergency situations and implement appropriate interventions

evaluate responses to treatment and modify the treatment plan to achieve established goals

Leadership Skills

You can:

coordinate and deliver primary health care services

embed quality improvement into health care practices

lead consultation and engagement with healthcare staff and partners

Specialized Knowledge

You have knowledge of:

illness/disease theory, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic and laboratory testing, evidence-based practice and current treatment modalities

mental health and addiction treatment options

You can interpret and apply legislation to practice (i.e., Health Care Consent Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, etc.)

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

You can:

communicate effectively and present information clearly and concisely

document care and progress by preparing notes, plans and summaries

adapt your communication skills to provide information and health teaching to a diverse population

advocate for and encourage patient participation in their plan of care

support patients in the implementation and modification of their treatment plan

Hours of Work

The hours of work are 36.25 hours per week. You are expected to work rotating shifts in a health care unit that provides 7 days per week service, up to 24 hours a day.

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

Working as a nurse practitioner in a correctional facility can be highly rewarding for several reasons:

You will participate as a leader in the continued development of the Nurse Practitioner role, delivering comprehensive health care for people in corrections.

You will play a crucial role in the rehabilitation process, helping patients in custody achieve independence and self-care, which increases their chances of successfully re-entering the community

The unconventional setting challenges you to adapt and grow professionally, enhancing resilience and problem-solving abilities

By improving the health and well-being of patients in custody, you will contribute significantly to public health and safety

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for various ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:

a career that can grow across ministries and job functions

flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs

many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

This role comes with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:

a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)

group health, dental, life and disability benefits

a range of vacation and leave options

an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services

Inclusive Counselling Services, which provides confidential mental health support from professionals belonging to diverse communities

Additional information

Address:

1 English Permanent - Full Time, 700 Christina St N, Sarnia, West Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Understanding the job ad - definitions

Schedule:

3-7

Category:

Health and Social Services

Posted on:

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Note:

About security checks:
A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
T-CL-248279/26

How to apply:

You must apply online.
Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember:

The deadline to apply is Thursday, December 3, 2026 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.

Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Provide patient-centred primary care to people in custody, including assessment, diagnosis, prescribing, emergency interventions, and ongoing evaluation of treatment. Collaborate with the interprofessional team, support patient self-care, and help lead the development and quality improvement of the Nurse Practitioner role in the correctional setting.

Requirements

Must be registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse Extended Class (Nurse Practitioner) and hold a Nurse Practitioner specialty certificate in primary health care or adult care. Requires clinical assessment and critical reasoning, leadership and coordination skills, knowledge of treatment modalities and relevant legislation, and strong communication and documentation abilities.

Skills

Primary Health Care
Patient Assessment
Diagnosis and Treatment
Prescribing
Clinical Reasoning
Emergency Response
Care Planning
Disease Prevention
Health Promotion
Quality Improvement
Leadership
Interprofessional Collaboration
Mental Health and Addiction Care
Patient Education
Clinical Documentation
Legislation Interpretation

Benefits

Group Health Benefits
Dental Benefits
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Vacation and Leave Options
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Inclusive Counselling Services
Learning and Development Opportunities
Education and Mentorship Programs

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Registered Nurse Extended Class
Nurse Practitioner
College of Nurses of Ontario
Primary Health Care
Adult Care
Correctional Health Care
Patient-Centred Care
Clinical Assessment
Diagnosis
Prescribing
Disease Prevention
Health Promotion
Emergency Interventions
Interprofessional Health Care Team
Care Planning
Self-Care
Quality Improvement
Mental Health
Addiction Treatment
Pharmaceuticals
Diagnostic Testing
Laboratory Testing
Evidence-Based Practice
Health Care Consent Act
Personal Health Information Protection Act
Regulated Health Professions Act
Clinical Documentation
Patient Education
Corrections

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