Special duty nurse vs field nurse

Differences between special duty nurse and field nurse duties and responsibilities

Special duty nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Educate patients on chemotherapy and relate treatments including growth factors and radiation.
• Take vitals and history of patients and enter into EMR (NexGen).
• Operate the EMR system with proficiency to assist in the proper care of patients.
• Interact closely with family members and patients in evaluating treatment plans and administer prescribed medications/treatments.
• Perform and participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
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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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