Director of Nursing and Personal Care, Temporary Full Time, Nursing Administration

Job Code: 26151

Status: Temporary Full Time (up to 1 year)

Location: Providence Manor Long Term Care Home

Union: Non-Union

Wage: $61.50 - $72.38/hr

Posting Period: July 28, 2026 - August 3, 2026

Reporting to the Administrator, the Director of Nursing and Personal Care (DOC) provides clinical and operational leadership for all nursing and personal care services at Providence Manor. The DOC is accountable for professional nursing practice, resident care outcomes, clinical quality, and compliance with applicable long-term care legislation and standards.

Education & Experience

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario


• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) required


• Master's degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Business Administration, Leadership, or related field preferred


• Minimum five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in long-term care, seniors' care, or complex continuing care


• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a Director of Care, Assistant Director of Care, or equivalent clinical leadership role preferred


• Demonstrated experience leading interdisciplinary teams within a unionized environment


• Experience managing Ministry inspections, quality improvement initiatives, accreditation activities, and regulatory compliance processes

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the highest standards of resident care and quality of life being provided to the residents through the development and maintenance of appropriate care plans, effective supervision of the performance of nursing staff, provision of the required equipment and supplies and appropriate staffing pattern, nursing services, policies and procedures


• Responsible for achieving and sustaining key clinical outcomes, quality indicators, and resident satisfaction targets


• Assumes responsibility for the operation of the facility in the absence of the Administrator


• Leads the delivery of evidence-based nursing and personal care services aligned with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, and organizational standards


• Oversees safe medication management practices, including the administration, storage, and control of narcotics and other medications


• Directs nursing and personal care operations, ensuring appropriate staffing models, skill mix, and resource allocation to meet resident needs


• Directs the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of resident care plans, care approaches, treatment modalities, application of best practice, research-based evidence in care delivery systems through Comprehensive Instruments Assessment (InteRAI)


• Oversees the clinical aspects of contracted services, such as, Pharmacy, Laboratory, Dental and Foot Care providers


• Works collaboratively with the members of the interdisciplinary care team to enhance client-centered care


• Ensures nursing and personal care services comply with applicable legislation, professional standards, organizational policies, and Ministry requirements


• Leads preparation for inspections related to clinical care and nursing services in collaboration with the Administrator


• Develops, implements, and evaluates nursing policies, procedures, and care standards consistent with legislative and professional requirements, while supporting organizational policy implementation


• Leads clinical quality improvement, resident safety, and nursing performance initiatives and supports organizational quality and performance objectives established by the Administrator


• Oversees recruitment of regulated nursing personnel working with support from Human Resources to coordinate recruitment, interviewing, hiring and orientation, as needed


• Guides the professional development of direct reports including developing and implementing individualized orientation and learning plans and ensuring effective learning conversations with staff members


• Manages performance of direct reports including, ongoing coaching, mentoring, counseling and/or disciplinary action, involving other relevant stakeholders as appropriate (e.g. Human Resources, Director, Professional Practice, Quality & Risk Management)


• Collaborates with the Administrator and Human Resources to resolve conflict and other labour relations issues, including grievance resolution, working through formal complaint/dispute resolution processes and administering the provisions of the applicable Collective Agreements


• Manages portfolio expenditures within budget and submits budget reports as required


• Approves operating and capital expenditures within authorized limits


• Performs variance analysis, recommending actions and recovery plans as required


• Follows, and ensures all staff members follow all health and safety policies, procedures and legislation


• Performs and documents workplace inspections and incident investigations and corrects substandard acts or conditions

Why Work At Providence Manor

• A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans


• Committed to a person and family-centred approach


• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation


• Group Retirement Pension Plan


• Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires


• Focus of Healthy Workplaceand 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 in 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.

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