Occupational nurse vs field nurse

Differences between occupational nurse and field nurse duties and responsibilities

Occupational nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage surveillance testing, vaccinations, CPR classes, and clinic facility.
• Manage all immunization and vaccination programs and ensure compliance to establish program guidelines.
• Spearhead education of patients pertaining to disease disorders and occupational injuries.
• Provide emergency treatment for injure patients.
• Serve as a liaison with ancillary services, including physical therapy, laboratory, research, cardiac rehabilitation and radiology.
• Complete documents for state fund Medicaid programs, admission into community nursing and group home facilities and other community resources available.
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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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