LTC Nursing Foot Care Services: Providing Quality Care With a Caring Approach

LTC Nursing Foot Care Services: Providing Quality Care With a Caring Approach

Our Facility Foot Care Program for Long-Term Care Homes

You’ve been on your feet all day as a nurse in a long-term care facility. Your dogs are barking something fierce and your heels look like they lost a fight with a cheese grater. What you need is some quality foot care from pros who understand the daily grind of working in the healthcare field. That’s where Advanced Foot Care Nurse and Wellness Centre comes in. Their team of foot care nurses are eager to pamper your pups and get them feeling fine in no time. With their caring approach, you’ll get the foot rubs and treatments you need to stay comfortable during those long shifts. So take a load off, put your feet up, and let the foot care pros show you some TLC. Your feet will thank you!

Why Quality Nursing Foot Care Is Essential in LTC Facilities

Our foot care nurses provide assessments and treatments right at long-term care facilities. Comprehensive Care

We offer a full range of foot care services for residents. Our nurses will inspect feet for any concerns like corns, calluses, ingrown toenails or other issues. We provide treatments like trimming nails, smoothing calluses and corns, and addressing any infections or wounds.

Professional Staff

Our foot care nurses are highly trained and experienced in providing care for seniors and those with mobility issues or diabetes. They take the time to properly assess each resident’s needs and provide the necessary treatment and education on proper foot care.

Regular Visits

We work with facilities to establish a schedule of regular visits so we can provide ongoing foot care for residents. Our frequent visits allow us to closely monitor residents’ foot health, catch any issues early and ensure the best outcomes.

Peace of Mind

Our program provides facilities and families with the peace of mind that comes from knowing residents’ foot care needs are being properly addressed by medical professionals. With our experience and expertise, you can feel confident your loved ones’ feet are in good hands.

Education

An important part of our services is providing foot care education for residents, families and facility staff. We teach things like the importance of daily foot inspections, proper nail trimming techniques and hygiene. Educating people on key aspects of foot health and care helps to promote wellness and prevent issues.

By taking care of residents’ foot care needs and educating on proper foot health, our program aims to help improve quality of life and well-being. Healthy, pain-free feet mean greater mobility, independence and happiness for seniors.

Our Caring and Compassionate Approach

When a resident enters a long-term care facility, their foot care needs often become more complex and require specialized nursing care. As people age, conditions like diabetes, arthritis, and circulation problems become more common and can lead to foot ulcers or infections if left untreated.

Prevention and Assessment

The key to quality foot care is prevention and early assessment. Skilled nursing foot care nurses regularly examine residents’ feet to check for any signs of injury, infection, or changes in skin integrity. They also educate residents and staff on proper foot care to prevent issues from developing in the first place.

Treatment and Management

If a foot issue does arise, nursing foot care nurses are trained to provide treatment. They can properly clean and bandage wounds, prescribe special shoes or orthotics, and monitor conditions to ensure they are healing properly. For severe cases, they will consult with physicians regarding further treatment.

Providing Education

Education is an important part of quality nursing foot care. Nurses teach both residents and staff best practices for foot health like keeping feet clean and dry, filing toenails straight across, moisturizing feet daily, and wearing comfortable, well-fitting shoes. They also train staff how to properly examine and care for residents’ feet on a daily basis to extend the benefits of foot care in between scheduled visits.

By providing prevention, assessment, treatment, and education, quality nursing foot care helps reduce complications from foot issues in long-term care residents and promotes better health and well-being overall. After all, if you can’t stand or walk comfortably, it significantly impacts quality of life, so foot care should be a top priority.

Providing Assessments and Treatments in-Home or on-Site

At Advanced Foot Care Nurse and Wellness Centre Inc., we believe that providing quality care means more than just treating medical issues. It’s about showing compassion for our clients and understanding what they need to live comfortably and happily.

Building Trusting Relationships

Our nurses take the time to get to know each client personally and build a trusting relationship. We understand that receiving foot care can make some people feel vulnerable, so our staff are trained to be sensitive, discrete and help put clients at ease. By listening to our clients’ concerns and taking a genuine interest in their well-being, we aim to make each interaction as positive an experience as possible.

Customized Care Plans

We don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Our nurses evaluate each client’s unique situation and needs to develop a comprehensive, individualized care plan. Whether providing care in a long-term care facility or in a client’s own home, we make sure to understand their daily habits, challenges, and what is most important for their health, mobility, and quality of life. Care plans are then tailored to address issues that matter most to each client.

Ongoing Support

Caring for our clients means providing ongoing education and resources for them to properly maintain foot health and mobility between visits. We take time to show clients and care partners any necessary techniques or exercises and provide useful educational materials on proper foot care. Clients can also call us anytime they have questions or concerns.

Our compassionate and customized approach to care aims to empower clients by giving them the knowledge and tools they need to live happily and comfortably. By focusing on each client’s unique needs and situation, we build trusting relationships and provide the supportive care they deserve.

Partnering for Better Outcomes Through Our LTC Nursing Foot Care Services

Providing foot care services directly where clients need them most is a top priority. Whether in a long-term care home, hospital or in the comfort of a client’s own home, our foot care nurses come equipped with all the necessary tools and training to properly assess and treat a variety of lower limb conditions. In-Home Visits Convenience and comfort are key. For those unable to easily leave their home, our nurses provide foot care services on-site. After an initial assessment to evaluate the client’s foot health and mobility needs, a customized treatment plan is developed to address any issues like nail trimming, callus removal, or wound care. Follow-up appointments are then scheduled to monitor progress and make any changes to the treatment plan.

On-Site Clinic Days Many long-term care homes and retirement facilities benefit from regular on-site foot care clinic days. Residents can easily access our services right within their building, allowing for frequent monitoring and preventative care. Our nurses set up a clinic space, assess each resident’s needs, and provide treatments like nail trimming, filing corns and calluses, or addressing any wounds or infections. Clinic days provide an easy way for many residents to receive quality foot care, especially those with limited mobility.

Hospital Visits

For those in the hospital, foot care and assessments are still an important part of health and well-being. Our nurses can visit hospital patients, assess their lower limbs, and provide necessary treatments, especially for those unable to properly care for their own feet due to decreased mobility or cognition. Hospital visits aim to prevent issues like pressure injuries or wounds and promote good foot health during a patient’s stay.

Through in-home visits, on-site clinic days and hospital visits, Advanced Foot Care Nurse and Wellness Centre is committed to bringing quality foot care directly to clients. Our caring team of nurses strive to provide the best care possible no matter the location or circumstances. Healthy, happy feet start with us.