Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation.  Responsible for directing, coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical nursing practices.  Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse. Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.