Caring/Nursing

What sort of things do Caring/Nursing workers do?

• Measure and document accurate and appropriate nursing assessments of a patient
• Prepare equipment for specific routines
• Administer medication and treatments
• Operate with strict legal and ethical responsibilities
• Provide care and rehabilitation to patients
• Support growth and development of patients through rehabilitation and recovery
• Ensure control of infections and illnesses
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation first aid steps
• Measure feedback from patients and individuals to determine effectiveness of care

Where do Caring/Nursing workers work?

• Hospitals, Clinics and Rehabilitation centres
• Aged care and nursing home centres
• Drug administrations
• Mental health facilities
• Dentists
• Home health care

You may enjoy being an Caring/Nursing worker if you…

• Have a genuine interest in the health and wellbeing of others
• Can perform manual handling activities
• Are able to communicate effectively in complicated situations
• Have the ability to work under pressure
• Understand Occupational Health and Safety standards
• Are able to comply with health regulations, policies and standards of procedures