Working as a Nurse in Canada

Working as a Nurse in Canada

by Anne
(Philippines)

Hi Sharon

How can I work as a nurse in Canada?

I don't have NCLEX yet but I am a registered nurse both in Philippines and Saudi Arabia.

Is it possible that I can work in Canada while processing my NCLEX exam?

Thanks for your assistance
Anne

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Working as a Nurse in Canada
by: Sharon - Expats Guide

Hi Anne

Thanks for your inquiry. Please note that I am not an immigration officer.

The NCLEX exam is the license exam for nursing in the U.S.A and not in Canada.

As for Canada - Nursing is considered a regulated occupation which means that in order to work as a registered nurse in Canada you usually need to

Take a university or college program.

Complete practical experience under the supervision of licensed workers in occupation.

Pass examinations

Have Canadian work experience before you get your license.

Credential assessment in a regulated occupation is usually completed by a regulatory body.

The regulated body website lists the licensing requirements including information on eligibility requirements, foreign credential recognition, and registration fees.

Information for foreign trained registered nurses who would like to work in Canada can be found in here

To learn more about working and living in Canada you may search the following books:

Good Luck
Sharon

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