Foot Care RN (Casual 0.0 FTE)
Position Information
| Posting Number: | BMHC25-110E |
| Title: | Foot Care RN (Casual 0.0 FTE) |
| Position Status: | Casual |
| FTE: | 0 |
| Job Schedule: | Days |
| Department: | Laboratory & Diagnostic Services |
| Union: | ONA Local 74 (Brockville) |
| Site: | Brockville Mental Health Centre |
| Number of Vacancies: | 1 |
About The Royal
As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.
Program Description:
The Foot Care Nurse provides high-quality foot care to clients of the BMHC, including comprehensive assessments, interventions and education. By focusing on individuals with foot-related concerns, particularly those with diabetes and other chronic conditions, this role will contribute to improving their overall health and quality of life.
Position Duties:
- Perform thorough foot assessments of patients' feet to identify potential issues such as infections, ulcers, deformities, or circulation problems, particularly in patients with diabetes or other chronic conditions.
- Develop individualized care plans. Provide a wide range of foot care services, including nail care, callus removal and the treatment of foot conditions, ensuring a holistic approach to their overall health.
- Administer wound care for foot ulcers, injuries, and infections, including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring healing progress.
- Monitor high-risk patients, especially those with diabetes or circulatory conditions, to prevent foot complications like infections, ulcers, and amputations.
- Educate clients, health care professionals and caregivers on proper foot care techniques and preventive measures, including daily foot inspection, hygiene, nail care, and the importance of early intervention for foot problems.
- Work closely with other health care professionals to ensure coordinated care for clients with foot-related concerns.
- Educate patients on how to prevent infections by following good foot hygiene and wound care practices
- Adhere to infection control and safety protocols. Ensure an adequate supply of all suitable disposable materials required to maintain continuity of service.
- Ensure adequate supply of materials, by checking and managing the stock of necessary disposable items to keep services running smoothly.
- Maintain clean treatment areas, regularly clean and disinfect treatment areas to prevent infections.
- Dispose of used materials like dressings and gloves in a safe and hygienic manner.
- Ensure all patient records are up-to-date, accurate, and securely stored in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies.
- Review and update patient documentation regularly, ensuring all relevant medical information, treatment plans, and progress notes are properly recorded and maintained for future reference.
Qualifications:
- BScN.
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Professional Foot Care Certificate from a recognized institution.
- At least 2 years of clinical experience as a registered nurse, with a focus on wound care or diabetes management.
- Strong knowledge of foot care procedures, including wound care, debridement, and nail care.
- Knowledge of infection control processes.
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and safety standards.
- Proficient in using relevant medical equipment and supplies for foot assessments and treatments.
- Able to meet the standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses.
- CPR certification within the last 12 months (BCLS at a minimum).
- Excellent communication skills to educate patients and collaborate with healthcare teams.
- English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading comprehension and written expression. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
| Salary Range: | 40.24 to 57.68 per hour |
Additional Information
- All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
- Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
- The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
- All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
- The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.