Registered Practical Nurse, Full Time, Transitional Care Centre

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HO

Job summary

Providence Care is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at Providence Transitional Care Centre in Kingston to deliver safe, patient-centred care in a non-acute setting under the Standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.

This full-time role requires an active Ontario license, current CPR, and relevant certificates; you will support patients and caregivers, collaborate with an inter‑professional team, and contribute to quality of life during transitions while

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR certificate.
• College certificate required, diploma preferred.
• Medication Certificate dated after 1985 which meets the requirements of the Ontario College of Nurses.
• Nurses, if graduated before 1985.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competencies and skills essential for safe and effective patient care.
• Assists in evaluating health status of patients with complex care needs and provides direct care.
• Shares in establishing priorities for care including preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative aspects.
• Advocates for patients and their caregivers, recognizing them as major decision makers.
• Seeks assistance when knowledge or skill is insufficient or beyond scope of practice.
• Evaluates outcomes of patient care plan and modifies the plan based on patient responses.

Skills

CPR certificate

Education

Licensed to practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario

College certificate or diploma in nursing

Medication Certificate (Ontario standards)

Nurses, if graduated before 1985

Job description

Job Code: 25975

Status: Full Time

Location: Providence Transitional Care Centre

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $38.47 - $39.81

Posting Period: August 15, 2026 - August 24, 2026

As a member of an inter-professional team and working under full scope of practice, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at Providence Care is to deliver safe, effective, patient centred care to assigned patients in a non-acute setting as outlined by hospital policies and procedures and the Standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario. The RPN will assist patients and their caregivers to manage clinical conditions and transitions and enhance quality of life by meeting the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of each person.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current CPR certificate
• College certificate required, diploma preferred
• Medication Certificate dated after 1985 which meets the requirements of the Ontario College of
• Nurses, if graduated before 1985

Position Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competencies and skills that are essential for the delivery of safe and effective patient care
• Assists in evaluating the health status of patients with complexity of care needs that are well defined and established, with predictable outcomes and manageable responses and provides direct care
• Shares in establishing priorities for care including preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative aspects
• Advocates for patients and their caregivers, recognizing them as major decision makers
• Seeks assistance when knowledge, judgment or skill are insufficient or beyond the scope of practice for a Registered Practical Nurse, or when patient or environmental factors prohibit the delivery of safe and effective care
• Evaluates the outcome of patient care plan and modifies the plan based on patient responses using professional judgment and reports information with key stakeholders as needed

Why Work At Providence Transitional Care Centre

• Specializing in Transitional care including restorative care, cognitive behavioural support, short-stay respite and convalescent care
• A centre 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)
• A fully renovated building with on-site cafeteria and parking
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located near Lake Ontario, Queen’s and Downtown Kingston

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.