Does technical skills of medications, IV's, insertion of NG, etc. Student may do all that role allows with documented classroom education. Daily discharge planning meeting with staff registered nurses, social service, Director of Long Term Care, Director of Community Nursing, and Utilization Review Coordinator that students can participate in. Student will talk with physicians at least daily about patients. RT, PT, OT, Social Service and Speech very involved with patients.
Student can interact as appropriate.
Students may also participate in inservice education, unit meetings, committee meetings and observe management role. LTC 61 bed unit serving those limited in ADL's and medically-complex residents.