Nurses
Registered nurses (RNs), regardless of specialty or work setting, treat patients, educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients’ family members. [1]
Search thousands of nursing jobs in any location in the U.S Browse jobs for nurses in every specialty, state and setting. [2]
Learn how we develop Standards of Practice; see the list of Standards available from Nursesbooks; or take the related CE course. [3]
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Nursing is a healthcare profession focused on the care of individuals, families, and communities so they may attain, maintain, or recover optimal health and quality of life from conception to death. [5]
Nursing Standards describe the responsibilities for which nursing practitioners are accountable. [3]
RNs teach patients and their families how to manage their illnesses or injuries, explaining post-treatment home care needs; diet, nutrition, and exercise programs; and self-administration of medication and physical therapy. [1]
Critical care was only quickly discussed in my nursing program, so I really want to read up on vents, swans, etc. [6]
Some RNs provide direction to licensed practical nurses and nursing aides regarding patient care. [1]
They reflect the values and priorities of the profession, provide direction for professional nursing practice, and define the nursing profession’s accountability to the public. [3]
Sources:
[1] Registered Nurses
[2] Nurse.com | Nursing News, Nursing Jobs, Nurse Continuing Education …
[3] American Nurses Association
[4] Nurses.com - Search Jobs, Find Companies, Post Your Resume
[5] Nursing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[6] Nursing for Nurses: Helping You Be a Better Nurse