Roles and missions of the nurse
Nurses are essential health professionals who play a vital role in patient care and support. Their main duties and tasks are as follows:
Carrying out medical care and interventions, in particular administering treatments, checking vital parameters and monitoring patients.
Supporting patients and their families by providing information and psychological support.
Managing medical records and organising care, in collaboration with other health professionals.
Managing medical stocks and supplies.
Designing care programmes and protocols based on patients' health outcomes.
Developing care plans in collaboration with doctors and other healthcare professionals.
Assessing patients' physical and psychological well-being and monitoring their progress.
Supporting patients and their families during the healing process, particularly in the event of serious illness or death.
Providing preventive health education for patients.
Play an active role in research and teaching.
One thing is certain: nurses play an essential role in improving healthcare and patients' living conditions. Their commitment and dedication to their mission are further proof of the value of this profession.
Salary and career development for nurses
Nurses earn a gross annual salary that varies according to their level of experience. Here is a breakdown of the gross annual salary for a nurse in France by years of experience:
0 to 2 years: between €20,000 and €45,000.
2 to 5 years: between €30,000 and €50,000.
5 to 10 years: between €40,000 and €55,000.
10 to 15 years: between €45,000 and €65,000.
More than 15 years: between €50,000 and €70,000
As a nurse, you can specialise or move on to other professions to further your professional career. Here are 5 possible professions:Health executiveSenior health executivePrevention adviserDirector of nursing care serviceSpecialised educator.
