Foot Care Nurse
$78,000–$94,120 year
On-siteOttawa, Ontario, Canada
EXPIREDOttawa, Ontario, CanadaOn-sitePart Time$78,000–$94,120 yearLicense Or CertificationMedium
Part TimeLicense Or CertificationMedium
Job Summary
Conduct footcare assessments, nail and skin care, and preventative client education as part of an interdisciplinary team. Manage infection control and sterilization protocols to enhance client quality of life through evidence-based nursing interventions. Collaborate with chiropodists and practitioners to address lower limb health within a primary health care setting. This role supports SWCHC's commitment to removing barriers for vulnerable communities while adhering to anti-oppressive frameworks.
Required Qualifications
- Two- three years' of foot care nursing experience
- Current license with the College of Nurses of Ontario (RPN)
- Proof of footcare certification
- Fluency in English
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices and reprocessing of instruments
- Knowledge of primary health care and the social determinants of health
- Able to work effectively in an inter-professional environment
- Knowledge and awareness related to cultural competence
- Experience working with disadvantaged communities
- Knowledge of footcare related to Primary Care, Community Health, Chronic Disease Management
Desired Qualifications
- Previous clinic experience
- Previous experience using an EMR, preferably Practice Solutions Suite (PSS)
- Current CPR Training
- Working knowledge of French or other languages
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