When a nurse first arrives at work, one of their first responsibilities is to either speak with the previous night nurse or review outpatient records to get an idea of which and how many patients they'll be dealing with. read more
This is just some highlights and by no means a complete list of the things nurses do on a typical day. On an exceptional day the nurse has time to pet. On a more exceptional day the nurse has time to eat. It is not unusual for a nurse to work twelve or more hours without taking a break or eating. read more
Successful nurses must possess qualities that support efficiency on the job, such as the ability to catch details regarding a patient's health status and a capacity for figuring out complex situations, notes NursingLink. read more