Group
Occupation

441131 Enrolled Nurse

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

441131 Enrolled Nurse

Provides nursing care to patients in a variety of health, aged care, mental health, welfare and community settings under the supervision of Registered Nurses.

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations

  • Enrolled Nurse (Acute Care)
  • Enrolled Nurse (Aged Care)
  • Enrolled Nurse (Mental Health)
  • Enrolled Nurse (Primary Health Care)

Skill level: 2

Main tasks

  • Performs physical exams, including checking patients' pulse, temperature, and blood pressure
  • Records and interprets clinical observations, including temperature, pulse and blood pressure, urine tests, blood glucose and other tests used in specific areas of practice
  • Provides basic wound care in line with an agreed patient care plan
  • Assists with the administration of medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
  • Provides patients with personal care activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating
  • Provides first aid in medical emergencies
  • Works with Registered Nurses, doctors and other Health Professionals to create patient care plans
  • Participates in health promotion activities and community education
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