Registered Nurse
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What does a Registered Nurse (RN) do?
RNs assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.
Typical Education
RN’s are required to complete a two year nursing program with a state test for licensing.
Required Skills
The skills of an RN include responsibility of patient care under a doctor, and followng the nursing process: assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Typical Tasks
Tasks of an RN include all medication passes, administration of IV and IV medication, interpretation of EKG’s, wound dressing changes, and assessment of vital signs.
Average Salary
In New York State, the average hourly wage of an RN is $40.12 and the annual salary is $83,450.
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Meet Caitlin, RN
Caitlin is an Registered Nurse at Pathfinder Village in Edmeston, NY. Learn more about her nursing career journey.
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