FOOTCARE NURSE - RPN

Southbridge Care Homes; Toronto; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Southbridge Care Homes is looking for a Casual Foot Care Practitioner‑RPN in Toronto to provide exceptional foot care nursing services to residents. Key responsibilities include monitoring health conditions, performing foot care procedures, and ensuring compliance with nursing standards. The role demands an Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care Certification and a Registered Practical Nurse registration. Ideal candidates will be effective communicators, able to work independently while showing a commitment to senior care. Interested applicants can apply by sending their resume to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care Certification is required.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Access to reliable transportation and a 'G' class license.
• Willingness to travel between work sites if required.
• Knowledge of nursing and health care practices, including Infection Control Practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident care is provided with established nursing standards and principles.
• Assess residents and contribute to resident care plans.
• Perform foot care procedures and document client conditions.

Skills

Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care Certification

Effective communication skills

Effective human relation skills

Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices

Education

Registration or eligibility for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario

Job description

Foot Care Practitioner‑RPN

Status: Casual Vacancy * Please note this is not a contracted position.

Location: Humber Valley Terrace, Etobicoke

Position: Foot Care Practitioner‑RPN

Salary Range – Starting $33.467

Southbridge Care Homes provides exceptional acquisition, management, and redevelopment services for long‑term care homes and retirement communities across Ontario. Our mission is to maintain a best‑in‑class portfolio that consistently delivers excellence in care and services while ensuring economic sustainability.

Reports to

Operations Manager

The AFCN RPN plays a pivotal role in enriching the lives of residents by supporting the LTC Home in the administration of treatments and assessments. The Foot Care Practitioner will have the opportunity to provide routine foot care nursing services to residents and clients within the portfolio.

Multidisciplinary Meetings

• College of Nurses of Ontario Standards
• Long‑Term Care Standards
• Southbridge Care Homes Standards

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians’ orders, and administrative policies, observe and report symptoms and conditions of residents, and initiate remedial health measures where appropriate. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing care.
• Assess residents and contribute to resident care plans. Monitor residents’ health, note changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors.
• Perform foot care procedures for which recognized training and current competency can be demonstrated. Observe and document client conditions and changes following proper standards and in accordance with professional standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care Certification is required.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Access to reliable transportation and a “G” class license.
• Willingness to travel between work sites if required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as knowledge in Infection Control Practices.
• Effective human relation skills and demonstrated commitment to working with seniors.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.

Additional Requirements

• A negative vulnerable sector check completed within 6 months of start date.
• Completion of a 2‑step TB skin test within the last 12 months of start date.

Southbridge welcomes applicants with disability‑related needs and those who require accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.

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Interested applicants should apply through this post or send their resume to [e-mail].