Nursing Careers in Durham Region: Why PICN is Different


Community nursing. Real support. Real career growth.

Nursing Jobs That Fit Real Life in Durham Region

PICN has been bringing expert community nursing to Durham Region homes since 1998. From Pickering to Oshawa to Beaverton and Newtonville, our nurses deliver care where it matters most—right at home.

Unlike hospital roles with mandatory overtime and back-to-back 12-hour shifts, PICN offers flexibility and career growth built into the job.

What PICN Offers Nurses in Durham Region

Here’s what sets PICN careers apart:

  • Paid Orientation – Up to three weeks of training with experienced nurses before you take on your own patients.

  • Visiting Nurse Program – Deliver wound care, IV therapy, and palliative services in patients’ homes while building clinical expertise.

  • Shift Nursing Program – Provide one-on-one care for children and adults at home, in school, and in community settings.

  • Flexible Scheduling – Shifts range from 3–12 hours so you can build a schedule that works for your life.

  • Career Growth in Durham Region – At PICN, good work is recognized. Nurses move up quickly without waiting years in a hospital system.


Why Nurses Choose PICN Over Hospitals

“Our sweet spot is parents with younger kids or new grads tired of hospital shift work. We offer more flexibility in hours.” – Sarah, Visiting Nurse

Community nursing at PICN means:

  • Building deeper relationships with patients and families.

  • Working in homes and schools across Durham Region.

  • Being recognized for your contributions instead of getting lost in the system.

The Impact of Local Nursing Careers

With Ontario facing a nursing shortage and turnover rates around 18–20%, PICN provides stability and growth for nurses in Durham. Our nurse-led model, founded by frontline community nurses, keeps the focus on what matters: quality care for families and meaningful careers for nurses.


Ready to Work in Community Nursing Across Durham Region?

Call us: 905-665-1711
Visit us: 1001 Burns Street E, Whitby
Apply online: picn.ca/careers

Whether you’re in Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, or beyond, PICN offers nursing jobs in Durham Region with flexibility, training, and career growth that actually last.

Your career deserves PICN.

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