Registered Nurse
Provides direct patient care in hospitals, clinics, and community settings.
DegreeApprenticeship
Also known as
Staff NurseClinical NurseGeneral NurseRN
Essential Skills
Patient assessment and vital signs monitoringMedication administration and managementWound care and clinical proceduresPatient and family educationMultidisciplinary team collaborationElectronic health record documentation
Good to Have
Specialist clinical skills (oncology, ICU)Nursing leadership and mentorship
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