Registered Nurse

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides and coordinates patient and family care in an ambulatory setting by assessing, diagnosing, planning, intervening, and evaluating responses to care. The role includes patient and family education, health maintenance strategies, and requires knowledge of human growth and development across the lifespan. The RN functions as a member of a designated health care team, collaborating and guiding team members to plan and achieve patient care goals.