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Overnight Rn Jobs in Hamilton, ON (NOW HIRING)

Overnight Weekdays: 10:00pm to 6:00am, 11:00pm to 7:00am No On-Call or rotations required. We work with your availability. What You'll Do As a Shift Registered Nurse, you'll play a hands-on role in ...

Pediatric Nurse - RN

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$36.16 - CA$41.57/hr

This is a Casual overnight shift, a minimum of 4 shifts per month, including one weekend. 10pm-6am ... Registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse in good standing * Valid driver's license and ...

Pediatric Nurse - RPN

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$26.16 - CA$30.20/hr

This is a Casual Overnight role from 11pm to 7am. Why you'll love working here: * Autonomy ... Registration with the CNO as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing * Valid driver's license ...

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How much do overnight rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight rn in Hamilton, ON is $33.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.32 and $37.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Overnight RNs?

Overnight Registered Nurses (RNs) are licensed nursing professionals who work night shifts in healthcare settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, or clinics. Their responsibilities include monitoring patient health, administering medications, responding to emergencies, and collaborating with other staff to provide continuous care during overnight hours. Working overnight requires strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to work independently. These nurses play a critical role in ensuring patient safety and care throughout the night when staffing is often reduced.

What unique challenges do Overnight RNs face compared to day-shift nurses?

Overnight RNs often encounter unique challenges such as managing fatigue and adapting to disrupted sleep patterns, which can impact alertness and decision-making. They typically work with reduced staffing levels and fewer support resources, requiring a higher degree of autonomy and strong critical thinking skills. Additionally, overnight RNs may perform more independent assessments and handle emergencies until daytime teams arrive, making adaptability and effective communication with both patients and incoming staff essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Overnight RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight RN, you need a solid background in clinical nursing, acute care skills, and an active RN license, often accompanied by experience in night shift or critical care environments. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), medication administration systems, and bedside monitoring technology is essential. Strong organization, resilience, and effective communication are vital soft skills for handling high-pressure situations and working with patients and limited overnight staff. These competencies ensure safe, high-quality patient care and efficient operations during overnight hours when resources and support may be reduced.
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Registered Nurse, Palliative Overnight

Spectrum Health Care

Mississauga, ON

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Company Description

We are currently hiring casual Registered Nurses (RN), Overnight to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model for the Mississauga community.

With over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Health Care is a leading provider of innovative home health care including specialized and compassionate palliative care. Working in lockstep with health system partners, our skilled team supports people and their families throughout their palliative care journey.

We offer the most competitive wages, paid sick days, pension, weekend premiums and the opportunity to make a real impact.

If you want to be part of bringing integrated palliative care to Mississauga and are passionate about caring for patients in their palliative journey, we want you on our team!   

Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team from across the health sector that will deliver the next generation of palliative care in Mississauga, providing holistic proactive, seamless care and support to patients, families and caregivers – enhancing quality of life, comfort, dignity and security in patients’ end of life journey. As an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team, the Nurse, Palliative Care provides holistic, patient-centered care that includes symptom management, coordination of care, patient, family and caregiver education, emotional support, and advocacy for assigned patient(s) and/or caseload of patients.

  • Works under the supervision of the Neighbourhood Home Care Specialist.
  • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans based on the patient’s unique needs and goals of care.
  • Participates in clinical huddles and case conferences with team members such as physicians and allied health.
  • Practices in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the Regulated Health Professions Act and Spectrum Health Care standards, policies and procedures.
  • Travels within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities
Qualifications
  • Currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Minimum 5 years nursing experience
  • Must be able to work overnight shifts 
  • Must have experience working with palliative care patients
  • Successful completion of any of the following is required:
    • Canadian Nursing Association (CNA) certification in Palliative Care Nursing or enrollment in CNA certification program in Palliative Care Nursing; or
    • Learning Essentials Approaches to Palliative and End of Life Care (LEAP); or
    • Fundamentals of Palliative Care
    • The Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE)
  • Current police check suitable for working with vulnerable sector
  • Valid Ontario driver's license and reliable vehicle with willingness to travel
  • Proficiency in English both written and verbal

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Additional Information

This position is a current vacancy

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.  

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at (corphr@spectrumhealthcare.com) for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.