Operating Room (OR) Travel Nursing Jobs in Canada

Perioperative Nursing is one of the most in-demand specialties across Canada. From rural surgical centres to large urban hospitals, Operating Room Nurses are vital to safe and successful patient care. Are you looking to take your skills on the road and learn different surgical procedures? Travel Nursing is calling your name!

From windswept cliffs to cozy coastal villages, Newfoundland offers travel nurses a unique mix of scenic adventure and meaningful healthcare opportunities.


Discover diverse clinical settings, warm community vibes, and generous compensation packages—explore Travel Nursing Jobs in Newfoundland with Select Medical Connections.

From windswept cliffs to cozy coastal villages, Newfoundland offers travel nurses a unique mix of scenic adventure and meaningful healthcare opportunities.


Discover diverse clinical settings, warm community vibes, and generous compensation packages—explore Travel Nursing Jobs in Newfoundland with Select Medical Connections.

Why OR Travel Nursing in Canada?

Why Choose Canada for Perioperative Travel Nursing?

Canada is the ideal destination for Perioperative nurses ready to make a difference in communities where their skills are needed most.

Canada is the ideal destination for Perioperative nurses ready to make a difference in communities where their skills are needed most.

  • Nationwide Nursing Shortages: Especially in rural and remote OR departments—your expertise saves lives.


  • Urban to Remote Settings: Gain exposure to different surgical procedures and specialties

  • Flexible Contract & Competitive Pay: Take on short-term or longer assignments tailored to your schedule.


  • Unmatched Scenery: Live and work near mountains, oceans, lakes, and wide-open prairie skies.

Top OR Contracts Across Canada

Top OR Contracts Across Canada

Perioperative nursing is one of the most in-demand specialties nationwide, with varied roles to match your expertise:


  • Rural outpost surgical centres – providing essential surgical services to underserved populations

  • Community hospitals – supporting general surgery and specialty procedures

  • Post-Anesthetic Care Units (PACU) – delivering immediate, critical recovery care after surgery

  • Major urban ORs – working with advanced surgical teams and technologies

Newfoundland is a breathtaking island province where natural wonders meet tight-knit communities and a growing demand for skilled nurses. It’s home to Canada’s oldest city—St. John’s—offering a vibrant mix of history, culture, and some of the best seafood in the country.


Whether you’re looking for work in a buzzing city hospital or a peaceful rural clinic, Newfoundland’s healthcare landscape has something for everyone.

Perioperative nursing is one of the most in-demand specialties nationwide, with varied roles to match your expertise:


  • Rural outpost surgical centres – providing essential surgical services to underserved populations

  • Community hospitals – supporting general surgery and specialty procedures

  • Post-Anesthetic Care Units (PACU) – delivering immediate, critical recovery care after surgery

  • Major urban ORs – working with advanced surgical teams and technologies

Apply Now

How to Practice as an OR Travel Nurse in Canada

How to Practice as an OR Travel Nurse in Canada

Before taking a travel contract, ensure you’re licensed to practice in your destination province:


  • RNs & LPNs: Must hold an active license in good standing in a Canadian province or territory.

  • Inter-Provincial Practice: Work with your recruiter to arrange license transfers or dual registration as needed.

  • Support Tools: Visit our Licensing Resource Hub for province-by-province guidance.

Before taking a travel contract, ensure you’re licensed to practice in your destination province:


  • RNs & LPNs: Must hold an active license in good standing in a Canadian province or territory.

  • Inter-Provincial Practice: Work with your recruiter to arrange license transfers or dual registration as needed.

  • Support Tools: Visit our Licensing Resource Hub for province-by-province guidance.

Apply Now

Required Certifications & Experience

Perioperative Nurse Qualifications

Perioperative Nurse Qualifications

Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS - depending on the facility)


Experience: 2-3 years in a Perioperative Department setting preferred.


Skills Checklists:

  • Perioperative skills checklist

  • Related skills checklists (based on your nursing experience)


These help us match your experience with the right role

Life Beyond the OR

Life Beyond the OR

Perioperative nurses experience Canada in a way few others do—immersed in diverse communities and driven by purpose.


  • World-Class Surgical Hubs
    Work in Canada’s leading surgical centres, from Toronto General’s transplant program to Vancouver General’s thoracic surgery unit. Each contract offers the chance to sharpen your perioperative expertise alongside some of the country’s top surgical teams.


  • Cultural Diversity in Every City
    Step out of the OR and into vibrant communities. Whether you’re exploring Richmond’s authentic Asian food scene, attending Punjabi festivals in Surrey, or celebrating powwows on the Prairies, every region offers a chance to connect with new cultures.


  • Outdoor Exploration
    Take advantage of contracts near Canada’s natural wonders: hike the Rockies after a shift in Calgary, surf in Tofino while on contract in Victoria, or skate the Rideau Canal during a placement in Ottawa.


  • Festivals & Local Life
    Plan your assignments around iconic events like the Calgary Stampede, Toronto International Film Festival, or the Montreal Jazz Festival. Even smaller cities with surgical centres—like Saskatoon or Halifax—host lively local fairs, farmers’ markets, and music festivals.

Newfoundland is a breathtaking island province where natural wonders meet tight-knit communities and a growing demand for skilled nurses. It’s home to Canada’s oldest city—St. John’s—offering a vibrant mix of history, culture, and some of the best seafood in the country.


Whether you’re looking for work in a buzzing city hospital or a peaceful rural clinic, Newfoundland’s healthcare landscape has something for everyone.

Perioperative nurses experience Canada in a way few others do—immersed in diverse communities and driven by purpose.


  • World-Class Surgical Hubs
    Work in Canada’s leading surgical centres, from Toronto General’s transplant program to Vancouver General’s thoracic surgery unit. Each contract offers the chance to sharpen your perioperative expertise alongside some of the country’s top surgical teams.


  • Cultural Diversity in Every City
    Step out of the OR and into vibrant communities. Whether you’re exploring Richmond’s authentic Asian food scene, attending Punjabi festivals in Surrey, or celebrating powwows on the Prairies, every region offers a chance to connect with new cultures.


  • Outdoor Exploration
    Take advantage of contracts near Canada’s natural wonders: hike the Rockies after a shift in Calgary, surf in Tofino while on contract in Victoria, or skate the Rideau Canal during a placement in Ottawa.


  • Festivals & Local Life
    Plan your assignments around iconic events like the Calgary Stampede, Toronto International Film Festival, or the Montreal Jazz Festival. Even smaller cities with surgical centres—like Saskatoon or Halifax—host lively local fairs, farmers’ markets, and music festivals.

Apply Now

Why Choose Select Medical Connections?

Why Choose Select Medical Connections?

Select Medical Connections is dedicated to helping Perioperative travel nurses find the best assignments across Canada. We provide:


  • Benefits and Comprehensive Insurance: You receive extended benefits and insurance from day 1 of your contract (Minimum contract length: 8 weeks).

  • Pay Day Friday - That's right - Select Medical has paid every Friday for over 20 years!

  • Personalized Job Matching – We find contracts that suit your specialty and lifestyle.

  • Credentialing & Licensing Assistance – Support with provincial licensing requirements.

  • Competitive Pay & Perks – Earn top wages (including a tax-free per diem), rental cars, and free travel and housing!

  • 24/7 Emergency Hotline - Available for all after-hours needs!

Getting Started

How to Land a Perioperative Travel Nursing Contract in Canada with Select Medical Connections

1) Apply Online – Submit your application with Select Medical Connections through our online portal.


2) Chat with a Recruiter – Discuss your experience, preferences, and availability with your dedicated recruiter.


3) Explore Opportunities – Once your recruiter has analyzed your profile, it’s time to consider your options! Find the best contracts across the country!

1) Apply Online – Submit your application with Select Medical Connections through our online portal.


2) Chat with a Recruiter – Discuss your experience, preferences, and availability with your dedicated recruiter.


3) Explore Opportunities – Once your recruiter has analyzed your profile, it’s time to consider your options! Find the best contracts in BC, from urban hospitals to remote assignments.


Start Your Perioperative Travel Nursing
Adventure Today!

Discover rewarding clinical opportunities, generous pay, and adventurous opportunities as a travel OR nurse.

Apply Now

Start Your Perioperative Travel Nursing
Adventure Today!

Discover rewarding clinical opportunities, generous pay, and adventurous opportunities as a travel OR nurse.

Apply Now