Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses (RNs) work toward:

• Promoting health.
• Preventing disease.
• Helping patients cope with illness.

RNs provide care to patients, and to do so, they must:

• Observe, assess and record patients' symptoms, reactions and progress.
• Help physicians perform examinations and administer treatments.
• Administer medications.
• Assist physicians and therapists with convalescence and rehabilitation.

Being an RN requires more than patient care. RNs assume a leadership role with other nurses, medical assistants and other medical staff. They may also:

• Develop and manage nursing care plans.
• Instruct patients and their families in proper care.
• Help individuals and groups improve or maintain their health.
• Educate the community about health conditions or issues.
• Supervise and train other nurses and medical assistants.
• Perform basic lab or office duties.

RN Programs at Seminole State

A.S. Degree Nursing Program:

• Generic Track
• RN Career Transition Track (for LPNs, Paramedics and Respiratory Therapists)

Each state has its own laws regarding the tasks an RN can perform; however, the work environment and chosen specialization often help determine their day-to-day responsibilities. Some of the work environments include:

• Hospitals
• Physician practices and offices
• Nursing homes
• Hospices
• Individual patient homes
• Community settings (clinics, schools, private agencies, etc.)
• Work sites

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