⚕️ Clinical Skills Library
Step-by-step procedure guides for essential nursing clinical skills — each with equipment lists, detailed steps, safety tips, and clinical pearls.
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Blood Glucose Monitoring
Safe capillary blood glucose measurement using a point-of-care glucometer.
12-Lead ECG Placement
Correct electrode placement for a diagnostic-quality 12-lead ECG.
Urinary Catheter (Foley) Removal
Safe technique for removing an indwelling urinary catheter while preventing trauma and complications.
Wound Irrigation
Technique for irrigating wounds to remove debris, reduce bacterial load, and promote healing.
Tracheostomy Care & Suctioning
Routine and emergency care of patients with tracheostomies — stoma care, inner cannula cleaning, and suctioning.
Blood Transfusion Administration
Safe administration of blood products with vigilant monitoring for transfusion reactions.
Physical Restraint Application & Monitoring
Evidence-based application, monitoring, and documentation of physical restraints as a last resort intervention.
Range of Motion (ROM) Exercises
Active and passive range of motion exercises to prevent contractures and maintain joint mobility.
Enteral Feeding Tube Management
Management of enteral feeding tubes for patients requiring nutritional support.
PEG Tube Care
Routine care and maintenance of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes.
Colostomy Care
Management of colostomies including pouching, skin care, and patient education.
Urinary Catheter Irrigation
Irrigation of a urinary catheter to maintain patency and remove obstruction.
Venipuncture and Blood Cultures
Collection of blood cultures to detect bloodstream infections.
Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring
Measurement of capillary blood glucose using a point-of-care glucometer.
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate Measurement
Measurement of peak expiratory flow rate to assess airway obstruction and asthma control.
Continuous Passive Motion Machine
Application and management of a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine for postoperative joint rehabilitation.
Therapeutic Positioning
Therapeutic positioning to prevent complications and promote comfort in immobile patients.
Transfer Techniques and Body Mechanics
Safe patient transfer techniques to prevent injury to patients and nurses.
Restraint Application
Application of physical restraints as a last resort for patient safety.
Eye Irrigation
Irrigation of the eye to remove chemicals, foreign bodies, or secretions.
Ear Irrigation (Cerumen Removal)
Irrigation of the ear canal to remove cerumen impaction or foreign bodies.
Nasogastric Tube Insertion
Insertion of a nasogastric tube for gastric decompression, feeding, or medication administration.
Oxygen Therapy Administration
Administration of supplemental oxygen to patients with hypoxemia or respiratory distress.
Post-Mortem Care
Care of the patient and family after death.
Subcutaneous Injection
Administration of medication into the subcutaneous tissue for systemic absorption.
Intramuscular Injection
Administration of medication into the muscle for systemic absorption.
Central Line Blood Draw
Drawing blood from a central venous catheter for laboratory testing.
Bladder Scan (Ultrasound)
Use of portable ultrasound to estimate bladder volume.
NPWT Dressing Change
Changing the dressing on an NPWT system.
Colostomy Irrigation
Irrigation of a colostomy to regulate bowel function.
Tracheostomy Stoma Care
Cleaning and care of the tracheostomy stoma.
Peripheral IV Removal
Removal of a peripheral IV catheter.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Application and management of a CGM system.
Ostomy Peristomal Skin Care
Prevention and treatment of peristomal skin complications.
Traction Care
Nursing care of patients in traction to maintain alignment.
Cast Skin Assessment
Assessment of skin and neurovascular status in patients with casts.
Incentive Spirometry Teaching
Teaching patients to use an incentive spirometer.
Foley Catheter Removal
Removal of an indwelling urinary catheter.
Code Blue Response
Nursing response to a code blue.
Hand Hygiene
The single most effective intervention to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
PPE: Donning & Doffing
Correct sequence for putting on and removing personal protective equipment to protect both nurse and patient.
Sterile Technique & Sterile Field
Maintaining a pathogen-free environment during invasive procedures to prevent surgical site and catheter-associated infections.
Vital Signs: Complete Assessment
Systematic measurement and documentation of temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
Head-to-Toe Physical Assessment
Systematic physical assessment from neurological status through integumentary, covering all major body systems.
Neurological Assessment
Systematic evaluation of level of consciousness, pupils, motor/sensory function, and cranial nerve integrity.
Pain Assessment
Evidence-based, patient-centered pain assessment using validated tools across all patient populations.
Oral Medication Administration
Safe preparation and administration of oral medications using the 10 Rights framework.
Subcutaneous Injection
Safe preparation and administration of subcutaneous injections including insulin and heparin.
Intramuscular (IM) Injection
Proper technique for administering IM injections using Z-track method for minimal tissue irritation.
Wound Dressing Change
Evidence-based wound assessment and dressing change using appropriate technique for wound type.
Pressure Injury Prevention
Evidence-based interventions to assess risk and prevent pressure injuries in hospitalized patients.
Oxygen Therapy Delivery Systems
Selection and safe management of oxygen delivery devices from nasal cannula to non-rebreather mask.
Oropharyngeal & Nasopharyngeal Suctioning
Safe technique for clearing the upper airway of secretions in patients unable to effectively cough.
Peripheral IV Catheter Insertion
Evidence-based technique for safe peripheral intravenous catheter placement.
Central Line Dressing Change & Care
Sterile technique for central venous catheter dressing changes to prevent CLABSI.
Urinary Catheter (Foley) Insertion
Sterile technique for indwelling urinary catheter insertion and ongoing CAUTI prevention.
Nasogastric (NG) Tube Insertion
Safe technique for NG tube insertion and evidence-based placement verification.
Safe Patient Transfers & Repositioning
Evidence-based safe patient handling techniques to prevent nurse injury and patient falls.
Fall Prevention Protocol
Systematic fall risk assessment and evidence-based prevention protocol implementation.
