Home Health Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse duties and responsibilities The duties of an RN may vary depending on the work environment, but they generally include the following:
Observe and record patient behavior Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests Collect patient health history Counsel and educate patients and their families on treatment plans Administer medication, change wound dressings and care for other treatment options Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriate Consult with supervisors and doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients Direct and supervise nurses, nurse assistants and nurse aides Research ways to improve healthcare processes and improve patient outcomes