Foot Care Nurse (RN/RPN)

Spectrum Health Care; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health Care is seeking full-time and part-time Foot Care Nurses (RN/RPN) in Hamilton. In this role, you will provide specialized nursing care for patients with foot-related health issues, focusing on assessment, treatment, and patient education. Join a leading company recognized for its commitment to quality care and diversity.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Paid sick days

Pension options

Weekend premiums

Qualifications

• Currently registered and in good standing with CNO.
• Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care certificate required.
• Prior experience in foot care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough foot assessments and develop care plans.
• Provide preventive care and treatment for foot conditions.
• Educate patients on daily foot care and hygiene.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care certificate

Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Your happiness and well-being are top priorities at Spectrum! We offer the most competitive wages, flexible hours, paid sick days, pension options, weekend premiums and more!

Spectrum Health Care is hiring for full time and part-time Foot Care Nurses (RN/RPN) in Hamilton. The Foot Care Nurse provides specialized nursing care to patients with foot-related health issues in clinic settings, retirement homes, Long Term Care homes, and/or clients’ private homes. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of foot conditions, with an emphasis on preventing complications and improving patient outcomes.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional health care and are committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team today!

Job Description

• Perform thorough foot assessments, identify risk factors, and develop individualised care plans according to evidence-based practices.
• Provide preventive care and treatment for foot conditions, including managing skin issues, trimming nails, addressing calluses, and treating ulcers and wounds.
• Implement strategies for pressure relief and offloading, particularly for high-risk patients.
• Educate patients on daily foot care, proper hygiene, and appropriate footwear, offering counselling and support to promote overall foot health.
• Follow strict infection control protocols and adhere to best practices for infection prevention, particularly when managing high-risk populations.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care and maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records.

Qualifications

• Currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care certificate is required
• Prior experience in foot care is an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid G driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to effectively manage time and priorities
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Computer knowledge and has the ability to learn proprietary software. Proficiency in Microsoft Word preferred
• Fluency in a second language is an asset

Additional Information

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ([emailprotected] ) for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.