CareProSolutions matches you with licensed nurses or trained PSWs based on your exact need — home, facility, or hospital. For example, if a parent needs daily bathing and medication reminders after surgery, we can place a PSW or nurse within 24–48 hours.
What’s the Difference Between a Nurse and a PSW?
A nurse (RN/RPN) is licensed to give medication, wound care, and clinical treatment. A PSW helps with daily living — bathing, dressing, meals, mobility.
For example, someone recovering from a hip replacement may need a nurse for wound checks and a PSW for daily hygiene support.
Nurse vs. PSW: Which One Do You Need?
If your loved one needs medication management or wound care, choose a nurse. If they need help with bathing, dressing, or meals, a PSW is the right fit.
For example, a diabetic parent needing insulin injections requires a nurse, while daily hygiene help only needs a PSW.
Need | Nurse (RN/RPN) | PSW |
Medication administration | ✅ | ❌ |
Wound care / injections | ✅ | ❌ |
Bathing, dressing, hygiene help | Sometimes | ✅ |
Meal prep & light housekeeping | ❌ | ✅ |
Mobility & transfer assistance | ✅ | ✅ |
Companionship & supervision | ✅ | ✅ |
Regulated by a professional college | ✅ (CNO) | ❌ |
Services Available Near You
CareProSolutions provides care across three settings: private homes, care facilities, and hospitals. Whether you need ongoing home support or shift coverage for a facility, we match the right professional to your setting.
For example, a retirement home short on weekend staff can request PSW or RN coverage on short notice.
Home Care (Private Duty)
Home care brings a nurse or PSW directly to your loved one’s residence. Services include live-in care, 24-hour care, palliative support, pediatric care, and post-surgical recovery help.
For example, a family caring for an aging parent with dementia can arrange daily PSW visits plus periodic nurse check-ins.
Facility Staffing (LTC & Retirement Homes)
Facility staffing fills shift gaps at long-term care and retirement homes with qualified nurses and PSWs. We offer both per diem coverage and longer contract placements.
For example, a retirement home facing unexpected staff shortages during flu season can request rapid PSW and RN coverage to maintain resident care standards.
Hospital & Clinic Staffing
Hospital and clinic staffing provides licensed nurses for units facing coverage gaps, including emergency and short-notice placements. We work with staffing coordinators to fill shifts quickly.
For example, a clinic short-staffed due to sudden illness can request an RN placement to maintain patient care without disruption.
How Much Does a Nurse or PSW Cost in Ontario?
Costs vary based on care type, hours needed, and whether you require a nurse or PSW. Nurses typically cost more than PSWs due to their clinical training and licensing.
For example, a family needing daily PSW visits will pay less than one requiring 24-hour nursing care with medication management.
Funding options include Ontario Health atHome, private insurance, and private pay — ask us for a personalized estimate.
How to Book a Nurse or PSW — Step by Step
Booking takes five simple steps, starting with a free consultation and ending with ongoing support. Most placements begin within 24–48 hours.
- Free consultation — share your care needs
- Assessment & matching — get paired with a nurse or PSW
- Care plan confirmation — review schedule and cost
- Placement begins — caregiver starts care
- Ongoing support — we adjust as needs change
For example, a family needing weekend PSW support can complete steps 1–4 within two days.
How We Vet Our Nurses & PSWs
Every nurse and PSW goes through background checks, license verification, and reference checks before placement. Nurses are confirmed through the College of Nurses of Ontario.
For example, before matching a nurse to your family, we verify their CNO registration is active and in good standing.
Areas We Serve
CareProSolutions provides nursing and PSW services across Ontario, including major cities and surrounding regions. Coverage includes homes, facilities, and hospitals throughout each area.
For example, a family in Mississauga can request the same-day consultation and staffing process available to clients in Ottawa or Hamilton.
Serving: Toronto, Mississauga, Hamilton, Ottawa, London, Kitchener, and surrounding areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a nursing agency and a PSW agency?
A nursing agency provides licensed RNs/RPNs for medical care like medication and wound treatment. A PSW agency provides support for daily living tasks. For example, post-surgical patients often need both — a nurse for recovery care and a PSW for daily hygiene support.
How fast can I get a nurse or PSW?
Most placements happen within 24–48 hours after your consultation. For urgent needs, call directly. For example, a family needing weekend coverage can often have a caregiver confirmed within one business day.
Is home nursing care covered by OHIP?
Some home care is funded through Ontario Health atHome, but private agencies typically operate outside this system. For example, a family paying privately may also use extended health benefits to offset costs. Ask us about your specific funding options.
Are agency nurses and PSWs background-checked?
Yes — all caregivers undergo background checks, reference checks, and license verification where applicable. For example, every nurse’s CNO registration is confirmed active before placement, giving families confidence in who enters their home.
Can I request the same nurse or PSW every visit?
Many clients receive a consistent caregiver for continuity of care. For example, a family managing long-term dementia care often keeps the same PSW for months, building trust and routine familiarity.
Do agencies serve facilities and hospitals, not just homes?
Yes — we staff long-term care homes, retirement residences, and hospitals in addition to private homes. For example, a retirement home can request weekend PSW coverage the same way a family would for home care.
Get Matched with a Nurse or PSW Today
Getting matched starts with a free, no-obligation consultation. Tell us your situation and we’ll connect you with the right nurse or PSW.
For example, a family needing urgent weekend support can reach out today and have a caregiver confirmed within 24–48 hours.
Contact us to get started — there’s no pressure, just answers.