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Patient Assessment: Evaluating a patient's needs and health status to develop an appropriate care plan.
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Care Planning: Creating and implementing individual care plans based on patient needs.
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Direct Patient Care: Providing direct care, such as administering medication, wound care, and personal care.
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Monitoring and Reporting: Observing patients, monitoring vital signs, and documenting changes in their condition.
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Patient Education: Providing education to patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and preventative care.
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Collaboration: Working with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated care.
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Documentation: Maintaining accurate and thorough patient records.
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Supervision: Supervising nursing students or other nursing staff.
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Advocacy: Advocating for patients' rights and needs.
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Emotional Support: Providing emotional and psychological support to patients and families.