New Nursing Grad Incentives

At DRHC, we pride ourselves on supporting the next generation of nurses, and helping new grads to put their skills and knowledge into practice as they start their careers.

We offer financial incentives, relocation assistance, and a comprehensive mentorship program for new RN graduates with a 2-year return of service agreement.

If you're currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science (Nursing) program, we would love to hear from you!

Whether you're in first year, or heading into your final semester, we offer a variety of supports and incentives up to $60,000 to help you transition and thrive into your new career as a Registered Nurse:

DRHC's New Graduate Bursary Program: up to $15,000 with a 2-year Return of Service agreement.
Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) incentives for eligible RNs up to $25,000; PLUS
- Northern Top-Up Grant ($10,000)
- Northern Relocation Grant ($10,000)
Relocation Assistance and reimbursement for moving expenses.
Short-Term Accommodations are available to help you settle during your relocation.

In addition to financial incentives, new grad RNs also get the opportunity to participate in our New Graduate Mentorship Program, a three-month structured mentorship with experienced nurses to build confidence, clinical skills, and a smooth transition to practice.

Why Choose DRHC?

Small hospital = big experience.

You will have to opportunity to work and meaningfully participate in patient care across multiple areas, and explore a wide array of specialties:

Maternity / Obstetrics: labour support, post-partum, and newborn care
Emergency Department: acute and urgent presentations, and triage of patients
Operating Room / Perioperative Care: pre- and post-op care, sterile field fundamentals, plus a foundation of medical, surgical, and inpatient experience.

If you would like to hear more about all that DRHC to offer, we want to hear from you! Email careers@drhc.on.ca to connect with our Human Resources about how to apply. You can secure your first RN position before you even cross the graduation stage!

Still not sure if DRHC is right for you? If you are in your first, second or third year, consider applying to work with us as a summer student! Develop your skills, build relationships, and see for yourself why DRHC is a Workplace of Choice.