Skilled assessment of all physiologic systems (heart, lungs, skin, urinary, bowel, endocrine, etc.)
Assessment and treatment of wounds, decubitus ulcers, diabetic ulcers, or burns.
Teaching of self-administration of gastrostomy feedings
IM/SQ injections (i.e., Vitamin B-12, Lovenox, Calcimar, pain medication)
Drawing and monitoring of lab values
IV Therapy
Wound care, dressing changes
Education for...
New or exacerbated diagnoses
Teaching on new or changed medications
Safety measures
Prescribed diets
Care of any indwelling catheter
Self-catheterization
Bowel/bladder training
New procedures such as mobilization treatments, oxygen therapy, tracheostomy care, colostomy care, bladder irrigations, enteral feedings, etc.
A new diagnosis or changes in a previous diagnosis, treatments or medication can require the care and education provided by a skilled nurse.