Special duty nurse vs practical nurse

Differences between special duty nurse and practical 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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Practical nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage surgical recovery patients including vascular, ENT, GI urological and neurological cases, coronary bypass surgery patients.
• Treat patients with dignity, respect, and compassion while maintaining there safety.
• Maintain safety and quality standards of care while facilitating early discharge of mother and baby.
• Maintain HIPPA and OSHA guidelines.
• Receive and implementing Dr orders.
• Train in lactation and NRP certify.
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