Registered Nurse
Registered nurses provide nursing care and medical information to patients in a wide range of capacities, including in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes and offices, community organizations and other care facilities.
JOB DUTIES
Assess patients to identify appropriate nursing interventions
Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate patient care in consultation with patients and their families
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician or according to established policies and protocols
Monitor, assess, address, document and report symptoms and changes in patients' conditions
Operate or monitor medical apparatus or equipment
Assist in surgery and other medical procedures
May supervise licensed practical nurses and other nursing staff
May develop and implement discharge planning process on admission of patients
May teach and counsel patients and their families on health-related issues in collaboration with other health care providers.
May also be needed to perform other specialized duties depending on the context.
REQUIRMENTS
Completion of a university, college or other approved registered nursing program.
Registration with a regulatory body is required in all provinces and territories.
Some additional training or general or specialized experience may be required.