Registered Nurse Travel Nursing in Canada — Flexibility, Growth, and Opportunity
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What RN Travel Nursing Looks Like with Select
Travel nursing as an RN isn't a step sideways — it's a step forward. Select Medical Connections places registered nurses in a wide range of specialties and settings across Canada: acute care, ICU, surgical, medical/surgical, long-term care, community health, and remote nursing stations.
Whether you're an experienced specialist or an adaptable generalist, we'll find an assignment that challenges and rewards you.
Short and long-term contracts to suit your schedule and goals
Specialties including ICU, ER, OR, med/surg, community, LTC, and remote nursing
Assignments in every province and territory — urban, rural, and remote
Licensing and credential coordination to support inter-provincial placements
Competitive compensation packages including travel, housing, and per diem
What Our Nurses Are Saying
"I have been working with Select Medical Connections for 9 years now and would highly recommend them for their professionalism, consistency and reputation among the ever growing community of companies. I have had the pleasure to have Callie Blom as my recruiter since early on in this journey. Any concerns, requests, or even to just lend an ear about work and life, she has been my rock in all my travel nursing experiences. She consistently checks in with me, is quick to reply and advocates for my needs and wants.
For those of you that choose a different way of life; one of adventure, new learning opportunities and freedom, I hope you will be as lucky as I have been to find a company that truly cares about you as a person and treats you will respect." - Amanda G
The Select Medical Connections Difference
What sets Select apart isn't just 25+ years of experience or thousands of successful placements — it's the relationships we build along the way. Your dedicated recruiter learns your clinical background, your personal priorities, and your non-negotiables from day one. When you're on contract, we don't disappear. We stay in touch, advocate for your interests, and help you plan what comes next.
Select nurses return to us contract after contract — and that's not by accident. We listen to feedback, celebrate the wins, and continually improve the experience for every nurse we work with. When you join Select Medical Connections, you join a community of professionals who've discovered that travel nursing, done right, is one of the most rewarding paths in Canadian healthcare.
Your next assignment is out there. Connect with a Select recruiter today and let's build a travel nursing career that works for you.
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Getting Started
How to Land an Travel Nursing Contract in Canada with Select Medical Connections
Frequently Asked Questions — RN Travel Nursing
Here are the questions registered nurses ask us most when they're considering travel nursing with Select Medical Connections. Don't see yours? Connect with a recruiter directly — we're happy to talk specifics.
Can I work as an RN in a province where I'm not currently licensed?
Yes — but you'll need to obtain licensure in that province before your assignment begins. This process varies by province and can take a variable amount of time. Select’s team guides you through the application process and, in many cases, contract packages include reimbursement for provincial licensing fees.
What specialties are in demand for RN travel nurses in Canada?
Demand is strong across a wide range of specialties, including ICU, emergency, surgical/OR, medical-surgical, psychiatry, long-term care, and community health. Remote nursing stations also have ongoing need for experienced generalist RNs. Your recruiter will give you a current picture of what's available in your area of practice.
How is RN travel nursing compensation structured?
Compensation packages vary by contract, location, and specialty, but typically include a competitive hourly or daily rate, a travel or relocation allowance, housing support or a per diem in lieu of housing, and reimbursement for provincial licensing fees. Select is committed to transparency — you'll always know exactly what your package includes before you accept an assignment.
Will I have to find my own housing during a contract?
Not alone. Many Select Medical Connections contracts include a housing allowance or per diem that helps offset accommodation costs. Our team can also point you toward housing resources in the contract location. It's one of the practical details we help you work through so you can focus on the clinical side of the move.
What if I'm mid-contract and something isn't working out?
Your recruiter is your advocate throughout the assignment — not just during the placement process. If issues arise on the job, we're a direct point of contact to help navigate the situation with the facility. We take our support commitment seriously, and that means being available when it matters.
Can I take consecutive contracts, or do I need time between assignments?
Many of our nurses move from one contract to the next with minimal gaps — it's one of the things that makes travel nursing a sustainable career path. Your recruiter will start conversations about your next placement well before your current contract ends, so there's continuity when you want it.
How is Select Medical Connections different from other travel nursing agencies in Canada?
The biggest difference is the relationship. Select has been placing nurses since 1999, and we've built our reputation on genuine one-on-one support — not high-volume transactional placements. Your recruiter knows your file, follows up during your contract, and advocates for you. For many of our nurses, that consistency is why they come back contract after contract.
