Who is referred to as an RN?

The term RN stands for Registered Nurse. This designation is given to individuals who have completed the necessary education and passed a licensing exam to provide nursing care to patients. Registered Nurses play a critical role in the healthcare system, offering a range of services including patient assessment, care planning, administering medications, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

While the other options may describe various healthcare roles, they do not have the same recognition and scope of practice as a Registered Nurse does. For example, a Registered Nutritionist focuses specifically on dietary advice and nutrition management, a Resident Nurse generally refers to a nurse working in a specific healthcare facility or area (possibly in training), and a Registered Naturopath is focused on alternative medicine practices. None of these titles carry the same regulatory and educational requirements associated with the title of RN.