Patient care: Providing direct care to patients, including bathing, feeding, and personal hygiene
Medication administration: Administering medications, injections, and other treatments based on a patient's condition and symptoms
Medical procedures: Assisting with medical procedures, such as intravenous infusions, chemical tests, and preparing for and clearing up after procedures
Patient records: Maintaining patient records, including recording vital signs and drugs administered
Patient care coordination: Coordinating patient care with other health care professionals
Patient education: Providing health promotion, counseling, and education to patients and their families
Emotional support: Addressing the emotional needs of patients and their families
Supervisory duties: Supervising nursing assistants and aides
Unit management: Managing units such as the labor room, ICU, or burns units
Staff orientation: Helping to orient new staff and students