Nurses assess patients, provide nursing care and work with healthcare teams.
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Healthcare and Medicine
Registered Nurse
Provide professional care and support to patients.
About This Career
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Daily Responsibilities
Typical activities in this profession.
- Monitor patients
- provide prescribed care
- document treatment and educate patients.
Qualifications & Education
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A recognised nursing qualification and registration with the South African Nursing Council as applicable.
School Subjects
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- Life Sciences
- English and Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy where accepted.
Subject requirements vary by qualification and institution. Always confirm the official admission requirements before choosing your subjects.
Skills Required
Skills that may help you succeed.
- Communication
- patient care
- teamwork and clinical judgement.
Where Can You Work?
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Hospitals, clinics and community healthcare services.
Career Progression
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Professional Nurse, Specialist Nurse, Nursing Manager.
Further Information
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