Foot Care Nurse (RN/RPN)
Core
Specialized nursing care for patients with foot-related health issues, focusing on assessment, treatment, and prevention of complications.
Role type
Clinical nurse (foot care)
Builds
Preventive care plans and wound management protocols
Domain
Healthcare / Diabetic foot care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Foot assessment, wound management, infection control protocols, patient education, care plan development, pressure relief strategies
Preferred skills
Diabetic foot care certification, prior foot care experience, second language fluency
Technologies
Proprietary clinical software, Microsoft Word
Responsibilities
Perform foot assessments and identify risk factors, treat ulcers and wounds, educate patients on foot hygiene and footwear, collaborate with healthcare professionals, maintain patient records
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on clinical role
