What do nurses on the a day to basis?
A typical day for a nurse may include the following tasks:
* Checking patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure
* Administering medications and treatments
* Monitoring patient progress and observing for any changes in condition
* Educating patients and their families about their conditions and treatments
* Providing emotional support to patients and their families
* Working collaboratively with other healthcare team members to provide coordinated care to patients
* Documenting all assessments, interventions, and patient responses
* Attending team meetings and participating in interdisciplinary rounds
* Performing safety checks and adhering to infection control protocols
* Updating electronic health records
* Responding to calls and alarms, prioritizing care delivery based on urgency
* Maintaining sterile fields during procedures or wound care, ensuring optimal sanitation