Registered Nurse skills and qualifications

An RN needs to have a number of skills to be a great RN. Necessary skills include the following:

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• RNs need to be organized as they often care for a number of patients at the same time
• A kind and compassionate RN will be considerate, sympathetic, non-judgemental and can comfort the patient.
• A vital skill for an RNs is to be able to interact well with patients, coworkers and doctors. Communication skills are essential for good interaction.
• Patience will help an RN to cope with anxiety, misunderstandings and help to make good decisions.
• Dedication will help an RN to keep improving their skills and be committed to the patients.
• An RN spends long hours on their feet, requiring stamina. The job also requires physical strength when lifting and helping patients.
• An RN must be able to analyze, review and judge different situations they face and take the right actions according to the situation.