DUTIES/ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PEADIATRIC WARD NURSE Observe,assess and report the condition of the patient. Provide basic paediatric nursing care like vaccination, dressing wounds and sample collection . Maintain proper patient airways-provide tracheal,nasal and oral suctions if required . Prepare the patient for various tests and procedures . Calculation of medicine dosages and administrate the medicines properly. Administer Intravenous fluids and therapies . Monitor and report fluid and electrolyte balance . Maintain good communication between patient's family and other medical team members. Educate parents about Preventive and Chronic disease management . Attend Health care team meetings and Conferences .