Nursing Unit
A Mycetoma Research Center Nurse Is…
Every day, dedicated MRC nurses go above and beyond to provide outstanding, compassionate care to our patients and their families.
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What does professional nursing look like at MRC?
- Patient- and family-centered care
- Inquiry and inter professional collaboration
- Autonomy and mutual accountability
- Practice excellence
MRC nurse works closely with the patient, their family, and the Clinical team to ensure clear client education, a smooth recovery, and minimal complications. Furthermore, they deal with a wide range of procedures from dressing of wound to assist the surgeon in sample collections.
These nurses also spend time educating their patients about adverse event of mycetoma treatment, mycetoma prevention, and care for the patient.
MRC nurses educate patients and their family regarding how to care for their specific condition when they arrive home. Our nurses are knowledgeable about all skin conditions that may mimic mycetoma clinically and are able to counsel patients on the risks and complications of different mycetoma treatments modalities.
Our nurse basic duties include:
- Perform a Vital sign assessment on each patient, paying special attention to the skin.
- Assist the physician in the performance of clinical exams, monitor and record a patient’s medical history, and be aware of relevant test results.
- Provide pre- and post-operative care for clients who are undergoing treatment for mycetoma.
- Perform wound care and be familiar with many types of dressings, topical medications, and would care routines.
- Educate each patient on how to protect their lesions and care for mycetoma lesion at home.