Responsibilities
MedSurg RNs provide bedside care for a variety of patients and conduct individualized assessments to develop personalized care plans. They prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations and treatments. Key duties include:
- Preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications
- Monitoring patients and initiating alternative actions when adverse symptoms occur
- Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs as needed
Qualifications & Skills
Essential skills include strong clinical assessment, patient care, and technical proficiency in procedures such as dressing changes, catheter insertions, and IV starts. Ability to respond promptly to patient needs and collaborate with healthcare teams is vital.