There clinical and charting information is reviewed and signed off by the attending or medical director. Can you think of other professionals besides R.N.'s that are also supervised and then to what capacity?

I think all healthcare professionals are or should be monitored carefully. Although they probably make no more mistakes than anyone else, their errors may have painful or even deadly effects.

Once professionals go beyond any probationary status, monitoring is minimal, since it is redundant and staff resources are not adequate. However, with almost all procedures, checks are built in to the processes. For example, surgery nurses count instruments before and after surgery to minimize the possibility of one being left within the patient.

When there are potential problems, this is why the patients or patient representatives alerting supervisors is so important. This will let them know that monitoring may need to occur.

I hope this helps a little more. Thanks for asking.

Yes, there are several other professionals besides Registered Nurses (R.N.'s) who are supervised and have their clinical and charting information reviewed and signed off by a higher-level authority. Here are a few examples:

1. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's): LPN's work under the supervision of R.N.'s and the medical director. Their clinical and charting information is reviewed and signed off by the R.N.'s or the medical director.

2. Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA's): CNA's provide basic care to patients under the supervision of R.N.'s or LPN's. While they may not have charting responsibilities, their work is overseen and evaluated by the nursing staff.

3. Medical Assistants: Medical assistants work in various healthcare settings, such as clinics or physician offices, and provide both administrative and clinical support. Their clinical work, including charting, is supervised by a licensed healthcare professional, such as a physician or a nurse.

4. Respiratory Therapists: Respiratory therapists are responsible for assessing and treating patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They work under the supervision of physicians or other healthcare professionals. Their clinical assessments and treatment plans are reviewed and signed off by the supervising physician.

5. Physical Therapists: Physical therapists help patients with physical disabilities or injuries to regain mobility and reduce pain. Though they have a higher level of autonomy in their practice, their treatment plans and progress notes are typically reviewed by a supervising physician or other healthcare professionals.

It's important to note that the specific supervisory capacity may vary depending on the healthcare setting, state regulations, and the specific roles and responsibilities of each profession. It is always advisable to consult the regulatory guidelines and employment policies of the specific healthcare institution to better understand the supervisory structure for each profession.