The name Laura is of Latin origin, and it means Laurel .
Duties and Responsibilities of an RN. Here is the list of the duties and responsibilities of a registered nurse. 1  Observing and recording patientsâ behaviour. 2  Coordinating with physicians and other healthcare professionals for creating and evaluating customized care plans.
Professional Responsibilities. A nurse also has a number of ethical responsibilities relating to the profession of nursing and her specialty. One key responsibility is to always strive to improve both health care environments and conditions of employment to maximize the quality of health care delivery. nurse must respect the dignity and value of patients and colleagues, and treat all persons equally regardless of personal attributes or medical condition. Related to this is the responsibility to always respect the patient's right to self-determination in her medical care.