Description

The practice of Medical-Surgical Nursing requires specialized knowledge and clinical skills to manageactual or potential health problems that affect individuals, their significant other(s), and the community. Medical-Surgical Nursing services are provided to clients from adolescence throughout the life span.Medical-Surgical Nursing is the single largest nursing specialty in the United States. Medical-SurgicalNurses practice primarily on hospital units and care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety ofmedical issues or are recovering from surgery. They provide care 24/7 and have more facetime with patientsthan any other professional in the hospital.