Squamous Cell Carcinoma. This nonmelanoma skin cancer may appear as a firm red nodule, a scaly growth that bleeds or develops a crust, or a sore that doesn't heal. It most often occurs on the nose, forehead, ears, lower lip, hands, and other sun-exposed areas of the body. Squamous cell carcinoma is curable if caught and treated early.
The hard skills are the hands-on procedural skills that a typical bedside nurse must use to perform the job effectively, while soft skills are the intangible interpersonal skills one needs to facilitate communication and navigate the workplace successfully.
Certified foot care nurses have the right tools for the job. When asked why only certified foot care nurses can provide foot care, Ian explains that they have the proper foot care tools on-hand to do the job of caring for feet (including foot care for seniors). When heâs on the job, Ian has nine sets of foot care tools that he relies on.