Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. They collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patients and visitors while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. They provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions encountered, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions.

Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. Additionally, they must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Critical Care Registered Nurses specifically provide care for adolescent and adult patients with life-threatening critical illnesses and injuries.

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