Assessing, observing, and speaking to patients
Recording details and symptoms of patient medical history and current health
Preparing patients for exams and treatment
Administering medications and treatments, and then monitoring patients for side effects and reactions
Creating, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans with the medical team
Performing wound care, such as cleaning and bandaging them
Assisting in medical procedures as needed
Operating and monitoring medical equipment
Drawing blood, urine samples, and other body fluids for lab work
Educating patients and family members on treatment and care plans, as well as answering their questions
Supervising licensed practical and vocational nurses, nursing assistants, and nursing students