Registered Nurse, Full Time, Float Pool - MHS

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

On-site parking

On-site café

Education bursaries

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Providence Care Hospital in Kingston, ON is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct professional nursing care for patients with complex mental health needs. Working with patients, families and the clinical team, you will apply the nursing process to promote positive outcomes and coordinate each patient’s journey toward independence and well-being.

Applicants must have current, unrestricted RN registration in Ontario and CPR certification, with recent acute psychiatric experience; BScN is

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Must have recent experience in an acute psychiatric setting.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• BSc.N. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completing a nursing history based on information from patient, family and other sources.
• Developing and recording a comprehensive, goal-oriented nursing care plan with the patient based on assessed needs and prescribed medical regime.
• Developing therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Accurately following the prescribed medical regime.
• Recognizes, analyzes, interprets and manages deviations from the predicted client response.
• Revising nursing care plans based on evaluation using professional judgment and autonomous decision‑making.

Skills

RN licensure Ontario

CPR certification

Psychiatric nursing experience

Nursing assessment

Education

BSc.N. preferred

Job description

Job Code: 28097

Status: Full Time

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: ONA - PCH

Wage: $41.15 - $58.98

Posting Period: October 24, 2026 - October 30, 2026

Position Summary

To provide direct professional nursing care for patients requiring complex mental health services. Utilizing the principles of the nursing process, the RN will implement autonomous nursing actions to ensure that services provided promote positive patient outcomes. The RN, in partnership with the patients and their families and in collaboration with the clinical team, will coordinate and support the patient’s journey toward maximum independence and wellness.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Current, unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BSc.N. preferred.
• Must have recent experience in an acute psychiatric setting.
• Must have current CPR certification.

Position Responsibilities

• Completing a nursing history based on information received from the patient, family and other sources.
• Developing and recording a comprehensive goal oriented nursing care plan in collaboration with the patient based on assessed needs and prescribed medical regime.
• Developing therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Accurately following the prescribed medical regime.
• Recognizes, analyzes, interprets and manages deviations from the predicted client response.
• Revising nursing care plans based on evaluation using professional judgment and autonomous decision-making.

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with excellent full-time benefits
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails

Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.