Registered nurse charge nurse vs oncology registered nurse

Differences between registered nurse charge nurse and oncology registered nurse duties and responsibilities

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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Oncology registered nurse example responsibilities.

• Develop and manage outpatient chemotherapy infusion area in a private Gyn and Gyn-Onc practice.
• Display expert clinical skills in managing the progressive care of all categories of patients including bedside surgical procedures and chemotherapy administration.
• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Administer medications and treatment for patients monitor by telemetry.
• Monitor stable and chronically ill patients using telemetry and mechanical ventilation methods.
• Maintain an environment of compassion by providing psychological and emotional support to patients and families.
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