Foot Care Nurse - RPN/RN

NorWest Community Health Centres • Thunder Bay, ON

20h • CA$53,111 - CA$83,187 • Onsite

About The Position

One of a network provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services. We are currently seeking a 1FTE contract Foot Care Nurse, who as a valuable member of the Community Health Centre team, will provide foot care services and assist in the delivery of care to HART Hub clients, primary care services to the clients we serve with a strong emphasis on disease prevention, health promotion, education and empowerment.

Requirements

• RN/RPN with current College of Nurses of Ontario registration in good standing.
• Minimum one year Foot Care Nurse Experience.
• Certification in Basic and Advanced Foot Care is required to perform clinical activities according to the College of Nurses standards for nursing practice.
• Thorough knowledge and proficiency in current nursing procedures, nursing assessment, physical assessments and treatment measures.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work both independently, and collaboratively, within interprofessional team environment.
• Experience working with electronic medical records
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide foot care services.
• Assist in the delivery of care to HART Hub clients.
• Provide primary care services to clients with a strong emphasis on disease prevention, health promotion, education and empowerment.
• Utilizes professional assessment skills to identify physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of clients.
• Works with populations that are under housed and living with current or past substance use requiring support with complex care.
• Has awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within individuals who face barriers to accessing care (under housed, living with mental health challenges or diagnoses, current or past substance use, complex health histories, 2SLGBTQIA+, newcomers, non-insured).

Benefits

• Health Care of Ontario’s Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Excellent group health benefits package
• Eligible for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) that provides $25,000 in grant funding to eligible nurses in exchange for a 2 year commitment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level