Registered nurse case manager vs registered nurse charge nurse

Differences between registered nurse case manager and registered nurse charge nurse duties and responsibilities

Registered nurse case manager example responsibilities.

• Lead CNA med certification class and train staff in CPR certification.
• Direct and manage overall functions of both rehab and sub-acute units.
• Manage a 36 bed memory care unit along with a 15 LTC.
• Manage ICU\ PICU, relate to budget, staffing assignments, and evaluations.
• Coordinate and manage all DME and skil therapy services, establish upon admission.
• Manage post-op peritoneal catheters with prescribe flushes and dressing changes until mature and ready for use.
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Registered nurse charge nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage intravenous therapy via peripheral and central catheters; antibiotic, TPN/lipid, constant cardiac medication infusion and fluid administration.
• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Assess and carefully monitor medically diverse patients who require telemetry and safely administer medications.
• Collaborate with ICU team to provide excellent patient care utilizing critical thinking skills and evidence-base practice.
• Document patient medical history and symptoms, administer treatment and medications, and follow-up with patients during rehabilitation.
• Respond to codes, administering CPR and oxygen, monitoring vitals and preparing medications in anticipation of physician orders.
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