Staff opening
Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
Provide specialized patient care as an experienced RN or LPN in SLMA's growing podiatry clinic.
Position overview
South Louisiana Medical Associates is seeking an experienced and adaptable RN or LPN to provide exceptional patient care in our growing podiatry clinic. In this role, you will work closely with our podiatrists to deliver specialized preventative care, routine maintenance, and education for patients managing diabetes and chronic lower-extremity conditions. Your primary goal is to help patients preserve mobility, prevent severe complications, and maintain optimal foot and nail health.
Responsibilities
- Diabetic Foot Assessments: Conduct thorough lower-extremity skin, nail, and circulation evaluations for patients with diabetes and vascular conditions.
- Perform safe nail debridement, callus/corn reduction, and basic wound dressing under the direction of the podiatrist.
- Identify early signs of diabetic foot ulcers, skin breakdown, or infections and report changes immediately to the medical provider.
- Instruct patients and family members on daily foot hygiene, proper footwear, self-inspection techniques, and long-term complication prevention.
- Maintain accurate, timely electronic medical records (EMR) documentation in compliance with clinical and insurance guidelines.
Preferred experience
- Foot Care Certification (CFCN or equivalent) or a strong willingness to complete specialized foot care training is preferred.
License requirements
- Active Louisiana RN or LPN license, and current BLS/CPR certification.