Group
Occupation

441131 Enrolled Nurse

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

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.

Alternative title

  • Nursing Assistant (NZ)

Specialisations

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

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Performs physical exams, including checking patients' pulse, temperature, and blood pressure
  • Records and interprets clinical observations, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and urine, 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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