Nurse Clinician (Noun)
Meaning
A registered nurse who has received special training and can perform many of the duties of a physician.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The nurse clinician assessed the patient's condition and ordered additional tests before the physician arrived.
- As a nurse clinician, she was able to prescribe medication and provide ongoing care to her patients.
- The nurse clinician spent several hours educating the patient about their new diagnosis and treatment plan.
- The nurse clinician worked closely with the physician to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan.
- In some cases, a nurse clinician can work independently, seeing patients and managing their care without physician supervision.