441131 Enrolled Nurse

Role overview

Provides nursing care to patients in a variety of health, aged care, mental health, welfare and community settings under the supervision of Registered Nurses.

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Tasks

• Performs physical exams, including checking patients' pulse, temperature, and blood pressure
• Records and interprets clinical observations, including temperature, pulse and blood pressure, urine tests, blood glucose and other tests used in specific areas of practice
• Provides basic wound care in line with an agreed patient care plan
• Assists with the administration of medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Provides patients with personal care activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating
• Provides first aid in medical emergencies
• Works with Registered Nurses, doctors and other Health Professionals to create patient care plans
• Participates in health promotion activities and community education

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