Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Foot Care Focus (Part-Time flexible schedule)

Mission

Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Foot Care Focus is responsible for providing planned patient-oriented goal-directed nursing care in accordance with provincial standards of practice.

This role maintains all the responsibilities of an RPN while applying specialized training in advanced/diabetic foot care to support resident mobility comfort and overall health.

Key Responsibilities Foot Care Focus

• Conduct comprehensive foot assessments to identify risks such as impaired circulation skin integrity concerns or nail/foot conditions.
• Provide professional foot care including safe trimming filing and treatment of corns calluses and ingrown toenails.
• Develop and implement individualized resident foot care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate residents families and staff on foot health footwear and preventative practices.
• Refer residents to chiropody podiatry or primary care when advanced intervention is required.
• Document all assessments and treatments in accordance with regulatory and organizational policies.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in the applicable Province/State.
• Completion of an Advanced/Diabetic Foot Care Nurse program from a recognized educational provider.
• Experience in a seniors care environment and with unregulated care providers preferred.
• Education/experience in gerontology rehabilitation community complex or long-term care is an asset.
• Strong written and oral communication critical thinking care coordination time management and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated sound clinical knowledge.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and First Aid certification required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS).

What Extendicare Offers

At Extendicare we believe teamwork creates an environment that allows everyone to reach their potential. We value each employee encourage equal opportunities for growth and recognize achievements.

• Continuous mentorship and support for life-long learning and growth opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience enriching both your life and the lives of others.
• Access to the Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. With a network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres and home health care services our team of 23700 dedicated professionals is committed to delivering quality care across the health care continuum to meet the needs of Canadas growing seniors population.

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Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.