04 Nov
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Soft Feet Foot Care
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Belleville
04 Nov
Soft Feet Foot Care
Belleville
Job Summary
Soft Feet Foot Care is looking for dedicated, trustworthy, knowledgeable, and skilled nursing professionals to join our growing team as a clinic and visiting advanced & diabetic foot care nurse contractor. This position is a subcontracted position that involves providing foot care services in individual homes throughout Belleville/Quinte, Stirling, Marmora, Madoc, and Tweed and possibly working at our clinic in Foxboro. We are also looking for a visiting nurse for the Prince Edward County area, as well as Northbrook, Flinton, Kaladar, Cloyne and the Tamworth area.
What we offer:
This is a great opportunity for a nurse looking to supplement their existing nursing employment or incorporate foot care into their current work schedule.
We offer scheduling flexibility, allowing you to coordinate your foot care appointments around other employment commitments. You'll also have the chance to build and grow your client base without having to take on all the work involved in advertising, marketing, and finding your own clients.
If you're passionate about nursing, enjoy working independently, and are looking for an opportunity to expand your foot care practice, we'd love to hear from you!
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive foot assessments for diabetic and high-risk patients, identifying early signs of complications.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for foot ulcers, infections, and other foot-related issues.
- Perform a variety of advanced and diabetic foot care skills safely and competently
- Perform wound care procedures including dressings and infection control measures.
- Educate patients and caregivers on proper foot hygiene, footwear selection, and preventive care strategies.
- Administer medications as prescribed,
including topical treatments such as Jublia and pain management interventions.
- Document all patient interactions accurately in medical records and communicate findings effectively to healthcare providers.
- Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and safety protocols while delivering high-quality patient care.
Skills
- Experience in various nursing care settings that can include in-home, hospital, acute care, dementia care, pediatrics, or hospice settings, etc.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, particularly medical foot care terminology
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Point Click Care, Nesda and Cliniko.
- Excellent patient care skills with a focus on advanced and diabetic foot management.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with healthcare teams.
- Compassionate communication skills tailored to working with various individuals that can include children, seniors, and individuals with special needs.
- Knowledge of assisted living environments and senior or hospice care protocols is desirable. This position offers an prospect for experienced nurses dedicated to improving foot health outcomes through expert care delivery in diverse clinical settings.
Pay: $35.00-$60.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 15.0 per week
Benefits:
- Adaptable schedule
Application question(s):
- Have you taken a valid advanced and diabetic nursing foot care course?
- Do you have your own autoclave and/or disposable tools (chemical sterilization is not acceptable)?
- Do you have a valid police record check with vulnerable sector screening (no more than 6 months old)?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse license (required)
Work Location: On the road
📌 Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care Nurse Contractor (Belleville)
🏢 Soft Feet Foot Care
📍 Belleville