The Kirsten’s Foot Care Team
Our team is small, and that is by design!
At Kirsten’s Foot Care, we are independent Foot Care Nurses with the shared goal in providing excellent nursing foot care services in Nova Scotia. We provide patient-focused care, taking the time and attention needed to support each individual. Our approach emphasizes equitable and accessible care in the comfort of their own home.
Independent contractors of Kirsten’s Foot Care are former FCN students trained in Advanced Nursing Foot Care by Kirsten Hansen, LPN herself, in association with Foot Canada Training.
As Nurses, we are accountable to the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. We are required to keep our knowledge and skills up to date. Ongoing professional development ensures we meet established standards in every aspect of care and clinical practice.
Kirsten Hansen, LPN
Sole-proprietor, kirsten’s foot care
advanced foot care nurse & Nurse educator
Kirsten Hansen is a Licensed Practical Nurse and Foot Care Nurse Educator. Residing in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, she has dedicated the last 12 years to the care of the lower limb/foot, and diabetes. She is an advocate for high standards, best practices, and equitable care. Her focus is on the education of both nurses and patients, with emphasis on prevention, management, and evidenced-based patient centred care.
She is the sole-proprietor of Kirsten’s Foot Care, while also working as the Advanced Foot Care Nurse for the North End Community Health Centre & Mobile Outreach Street Health (MOSH). Kirsten is an LEP in association with Foot Canada Training for Nova Scotia, providing one-on-one clinical training and mentoring for nurses across the province and beyond.
She is an executive member of the Nova Scotia Foot Care Nurses Interest Group, and a former executive member of the Canadian Association of Foot Care Nurses. Kirsten is also a contributor to peer reviewed resources and publications, including involvement with best practice development as a member of Wounds Canada, as well as an active member of IPAC Canada.
Joan Bourque, RN
Advanced Foot Care Nurse
Joan Bourque is a Registered Nurse of over 25 years and in nursing foot care by Kirsten. While working bedside in hospital, Joan gained experience in various areas including hematology, geriatrics, oncology, stroke, neurology, ICU and more. Joan has been working alongside Kirsten for over 2 years, providing home visits in Dartmouth and the surrounding area.
Mikayla Ward, LPN
Advanced foot care nurse
Mikayla Ward, LPN has 10+ years of experience working in the health care field. With experience supporting patients in both geriatric and psychiatric settings, she has a hollistic, calming approach while providing Nursing Foot Care. Mikayla was also trained in Advanced & Diabetic Foot Care by Kirsten.
Mikayla believes in providing safe individualized care while building trusting relationships with clients and taking the time to understand their unique needs, concerns and goals..
Our Nurses:
– Have certificates in Advanced Nursing Foot Care
– Are in good standing with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing
– Are registered providers with Blue Cross/Veterans Affairs
– Have individual practice insurance
– Have immunizations up to date