Registered Nurse, Rideaucrest Home, Temporary Part-Time

City of Kingston; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government is seeking individuals for temporary nursing positions providing care to residents. Responsibilities include supervising health staff, performing assessments, and ensuring quality care. An RN Degree/Diploma and additional certifications are required. This role emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and a commitment to resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must have current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN.
• Valid First Aid and CPR C Certificate required.
• Preference given to applicants with geriatric and/or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents.
• Supervise care given by health care staff.
• Complete in-depth assessments and develop care plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Time management

Continuous learning

Education

RN Degree or Diploma

Bachelor in Nursing Science (BNSc)

Job description

Opening Statement

The City of Kingston is grateful to experience the traditional territories of Anishinabek (Ah-nish-nah-beg), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen

• dat). Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

At the City of Kingston, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential elements of a thriving workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our team. As we continue to grow, we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. The City of Kingston views diversity as its strength and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.

As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality. Within our highly ethical environment, you'll embrace accountability by consistently going above and beyond, actively listening to our customers, creatively addressing their needs, and maintaining unwavering respect for all individuals you serve. As a result, you'll become an integral part of our qualified and dynamic team, recognized for its compassion, excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and adaptability.

Position Summary

Please note this is a temporary posting for two positions, covering part-time hours, for up to 20 months

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.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

Qualifications, Competencies

• 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

Skills, Abilities, Work Demands

• 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;
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including vulnerable sector;
• Proof of recent screening for Tuberculosis (TB);

Proof of immunity to communicable diseases;