04 Nov
City of Kingston
Kingston
Job Title:
Registered Nurse, Rideaucrest Home, Temporary Part-Time (up to 6 months)
Job Number:
J1026-0219
Job Code:
ONRGNU
Job Category:
Nursing & Resident Care
Bargaining Unit:
ONA
Job Type:
Temporary Part Time
Employment Type:
Replacement
Number of Positions:
1
Hours of Work:
Up to 75 hrs/2 wks
$35.00 - $50.12/Hour
Date Posted:
October 28, 2026
Closing Date:
November 3, 2026
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Please note this is a temporary assignment, covering part-time hours, for up to 6 months
Reporting to the Director of Care, the Registered Nurse works as part of a team to ensure a better quality of life for residents and their families in keeping with the Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario and Long Term Care Standards.
Rideaucrest Home provides high-quality, compassionate long-term care for Kingston residents. Our team works together to create a safe, supportive environment where residents feel valued and cared for every day.
We deliver personalized health care and daily support to residents. Our team ensures comfort, dignity, and well‑being through medication administration and ongoing monitoring.
Provide professional nursing care to residents and supervise care given by health care staff while ensuring quality resident‑centred health care is provided with a focus on health and safety
Completion of in-depth assessments of resident’s physical, psycho‑social and other needs, determining individualized care needs, developing care plans and implementing and evaluating plans in collaboration with other interdisciplinary team members
Assign,
supervise and mentor the activities of the team to ensure the proper application of skills, knowledge and judgment
Provide coaching and corrective instruction as deemed appropriate to meet high standards of care, reporting any concerns to Director of Nursing for further action as required
Focus on decision making, analysis, critical thinking and leadership within the team
Assume direction of the Home during evening, night and weekend shifts
RN Degree or Diploma and current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN
Six (6) months of general nursing experience
Valid First Aid and CPR C Certificate
Preference will be given to applicants with geriatric and/or leadership experience
Bachelor in Nursing Science (BNSc) preferred
Member of Gerontology Nursing Association (GNA) and/or Certification in Gerontology preferred
Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
Able to perform the essential duties of the job
Interpersonal skills which facilitate effective leadership, interactions and communication with residents, staff, families, visitors, volunteers, outside agencies and service providers
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Superior organizational and time management skills
Strong commitment to continuous learning
Proof of recent screening for Tuberculosis (TB)
Proof of immunity to communicable diseases
Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including vulnerable sector.
Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, creative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.
We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem‑solvers, innovators, and community‑builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well‑being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.
We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long‑term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.
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Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.
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