What does Carna stand for?
CARNA
Acronym |
Definition |
CARNA |
College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta |
What does Carna do for nurses?
CARNA is the professional and regulatory body for Alberta's more than 37,000 RNs, including nurses in direct care, education, research and administration as well as nurse practitioners. Its mandate is to protect the public by ensuring that Albertans receive effective, safe and ethical care by registered nurses.
How do I get a nursing license in Alberta?
To be eligible to practice as a registered nurse in Alberta, you must obtain a practice permit from the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA). The first step is to apply to the National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS) for document evaluation and verification.
How many registered nurses are in Alberta?
How much do Alberta nurses make?
Other wage sources
Wages* |
Low (5th percentile) |
Average |
Starting |
$35.47 |
$36.48 |
Overall |
$40.00 |
$45.40 |
Top |
$46.30 |
$53.60 |
Do all nurses in Alberta work for AHS?
Registered Nurses work in nearly every corner of AHS.