Registered Nurse duties and responsibilities

The duties of an RN may vary depending on the work environment, but they generally include the following:

• Observe and record patient behavior

• Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests

• Collect patient health history

• Counsel and educate patients and their families on treatment plans

• Administer medication, change wound dressings and care for other treatment options

• Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriate

• Consult with supervisors and doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients

• Direct and supervise nurses, nurse assistants and nurse aides

• Research ways to improve healthcare processes and improve patient outcomes

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