1. Provides direct skilled nursing care.

2. Prepares equipment and materials for treatments, practicing aseptic/sterile techniques as required, and assists the client in learning appropriate self-care techniques.

3. Administers medication as prescribed by the Physician and as permitted by Law.

4. Assists in the evaluation of effectiveness of treatments and monitors client/patient’s reactions.

5. Contributes to the coordination of services in conjunction with other members of the health care team.

6. Maintains accurate records.

7. Reports significant findings or changes in the client/patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse and client/patient’s Physician.

8. Performs infection control/universal precautions, safety management, emergency/disaster preparedness, and patient confidentiality.

9. Records clinical/progress notes in client/patient’s clinical record no less often than weekly.

10. Performs related and other duties as required.