Registered Nurse; RN – Transition Pool

• Job Number: J
• Union: ONA
• Salary: $40.24 – $57.68/Hour
• Job Title:
  
  Registered Nurse (RN) – Transition Pool
• Job Status:
  Temporary Full Time
• From Date: 02/03/2026
• To Date: 01/06/2026
• Department: TRANSITION POOL
• Site:
  Multi-site
• Home Site:
  Belleville General Hospital
• Secondary Site:
  Trenton Memorial Hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital
• Job Category:
  Nursing Careers
• Number of Positions: 1
• Hours:
  
  Shifts are up to 12 hours long and may be scheduled on days, evenings, nights, weekends and statutory holidays. Hours and shifts are subject to change with notice based on the needs of the organization.

Discover Your Nursing Potential with Quinte Health’s Transition Pool!
Ready to take your nursing career to the next level? Quinte Health’s Transition Pool offers a unique opportunity to explore diverse clinical areas, build skills, and find where you truly thrive—all while making a difference in patient care.

Start with an 8-week orientation program designed for your success:
First 4 weeks:
Medicine/Surgical unit with a consistent mentor to build your foundation.
Next 10 shifts:
Rotate through specialized units including Sills 3 (Acute Stroke/Rehab), Sills 4 (Complex Continuing Care), BSTU (Behavioral Support), TCU (Transitional Care Unit), Trenton In-Patient Unit, and Picton In-Patient Unit.

After a few months, once confident and comfortable, you’ll complete Emerge orientation—2 weeks in Belleville’s Emergency Department and 2 weeks in Trenton’s Emergency Department.
This role is ideal for nurses who love variety, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to broaden their horizons.

• Current certificate of registration in good standing, or eligible for registration, from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current ACLS, or a minimum of CPR or BLS certificate, or proof of enrolment in a recertification course. You will be asked to provide a copy of your valid certificate at the time of hire/transfer.
• Completion of Coronary Care 1 or equivalent (ex. previous Cardio Concepts QHC) or willing to register to an eligible course within 60 days and completion within 6 months of commencement of position (or mutually agreed upon dates).
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis available to review).

• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, interpersonal and communication skills – to assume in‑charge responsibility to function independently.
• Provision of care for patients within an interprofessional environment, including assessment, treatment, teaching and education.
• Performs acts requiring specialized knowledge, skills and judgement necessary for care of acute medical patients.
• Teaching and coaching to patients and families.
• Maintains nursing records in accordance with College of Nurses Standards.
• Practicing in compliance with provincial legislation, hospital policy and procedures, professional regulatory standards and best practices within the nursing profession.
• Maintaining professional competence by completing regular professional development including annul training and education as indicated.
• Participates in unit/dept. and hospital quality improvement initiatives.
• Adheres to a safe and healthy workplace and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established mechanisms for injuries and hazards and adheres to health and safety related policy and procedures.
• Adapts and adheres to the values of Quinte Health while promoting and advocating for an enhanced patient experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high‑quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.

Quinte Health’s four hospitals are the heart of our communities, delivering exceptional care close to home. As one unified team, we’re passionate about improving lives and expanding access to high‑quality healthcare. Our staff, physicians, and volunteers don’t just work here—we live, grow, and thrive here. If you’re compassionate and…