Registered community nurses

This vital nursing role provides comprehensive healthcare to individuals and families within their homes or community settings. They are crucial for promoting health, preventing illness, and managing chronic conditions outside of traditional hospital environments.

Key responsibilities involve conducting patient assessments, administering medications and treatments, and delivering wound care or other clinical procedures. They provide health education, monitor patient progress, and develop individualized care plans. A core function is coordinating care with other healthcare providers and social services, ensuring continuity of care and empowering patients to manage their own health.

They also collaborate closely with general practitioners, social workers, families, and caregivers to offer holistic support adapted to the patient's living situation. Ultimately, they are accountable for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within the community, directly contributing to improved health outcomes and reduced hospital admissions.