Nursing Skills Mastery: 33 Procedures with Step-by-Step Instructions

This comprehensive digital checklist is a must-have resource for nursing professionals and students alike. It features 33 key nursing procedures that are essential in the field of healthcare.

1. Neurological History & Physical Assessment
2. Obtaining A Stool Specimen
3. Removing Sutures and Staples
4. Snellen Chart and Ishihara Colorblind Chart Assessment Guide
5. 12 Lead ECG
6. Donning and Doffing PPE: Applying and Removing (Under Isolation Precautions)
7. Sterile Gloving
8. No-Touch Wound Dressing
9. Vital Signs Blood Pressure
10. Vital Signs Pulse
11. Vital Signs Respirations
12. Vital Signs Temperature
13. Vital Signs Combined Skills Sheet
14. Foley Catheter Insertion
15. Medication Administration Oral and Topical Medication
16. Medication Administration Subcutaneous Injection
17. Medication Administration Intramuscular Injection
18. Blood Glucose Testing - Stat Strip
19. Blood Glucose Testing Surestep
20. Enteral Feedings Via Pump Continuous Drip
21. Enteral Feedings Via Bolus
22. Central Line Dressing Change (CVAD)
23. IV Pump IV Solution Administration Via Alaris Pump
24. Medication Administration Nasogastric Tube - Decompression with Venting and Flushing
25. Inserting a Nasogastric Tube - Inserting and Removing
26. Changing an Ostomy Pouch
27. Obtaining Urine Specimen for Indwelling Catheter
28. Trach Care
29. Trach Suctioning
30. Chest Tube Assessment and Care
31. Oxygen Set-Up and Application
32. Transfer - Sara Stedy
33. Transfer - HoverMatt

The checklist includes a wide range of skills, from basic tasks such as Obtaining a Stool Specimen and Removing Sutures and Staples, to more specialized procedures like using the Snellen Chart and Ishihara Colorblind Chart for vision assessments.

For those involved in cardiac care, our checklist includes a guide for a 12 Lead ECG. This will help you understand and interpret electrocardiograms with confidence, a crucial skill in many nursing settings.

In the era of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is more important than ever. That’s why we’ve included a detailed guide on Donning and Doffing PPE, specifically tailored for those working under isolation precautions.

Each procedure in the checklist is explained in a clear, concise manner, making it easy to understand and follow. Whether you’re a seasoned nurse looking to refresh your skills, or a nursing student preparing for practical exams, this checklist can be a valuable tool in your arsenal.

Equip yourself with the knowledge you need to provide the best possible care to your patients. Master these 33 key procedures with our Nursing Skills Checklist! 😊