Assessing, observing, and speaking to patientsRecording details and symptoms of patient medical history and current healthPreparing patients for exams and treatmentAdministering medications and treatments, then monitoring patients for side effects and reactionsCreating, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans with the medical teamPerforming wound care, such as cleaning and bandaging themAssisting in medical procedures as neededOperating and monitoring medical equipmentDrawing blood, urine samples, and other body fluids for lab workEducating patients and family members on treatment and care plans, as well as answering their questionsSupervising licensed practical and vocational nurses, nursing assistants, and nursing students