Associate chief nurse vs field nurse

Differences between associate chief nurse and field nurse duties and responsibilities

Associate chief nurse example responsibilities.

• Demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies.
• Perform EKG's to assess cardio activity of patient.
• Plan and prepare for the pre-operative nursing care of the patient.
• Assist nursing staff by providing daily patient care, EKG's and phlebotomy.
• Require that all staff be BLS certify, this include EVS and dietary.
• Perform all aspects of nursing care relate to an ICU step-down unit setting.
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Field nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Screen prospective clients for need immunizations, implementing after evaluating patients' medical history and obtaining sign release.
• Promote health literacy by educating patients and caregivers on disease management, diagnosis, medical interventions, and pharmaceuticals.
• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Prepare and give injections and enemas, monitor catheters, apply dressings, treat bedsores and give alcohol rubs and massages.
• Document patient care in a manner that complies with JCAHO standards.
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