Staff Nurse
Job Description
A staff nurse in a hospital is responsible for providing direct patient care, administering treatments, and coordinating daily medical activities with the healthcare team.Check vitals: Measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure regularly.Track condition: Watch for early signs of improvement or worsening health.Assess needs: Perform physical checks to plan individual patient care.Give medicine: Administer oral drugs, injections, and intravenous (IV) infusions as ordered by doctors.Perform procedures: Change dressings, manage oxygen therapy, and assist with catheter care.Support emergencies: Act quickly during medical crises or codes.Admit and discharge: Guide patients through admission, transfer, and discharge processes.Teamwork: Share patient updates with doctors and other specialists.Support families: Answer questions and provide emotional comfort to patients and their loved ones.
