jururawat

Jururawat is the Malay term for a nurse, a health professional who provides direct patient care and supports the medical team across various care settings. Jururawat work in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health programs, serving patients of all ages and conditions. They may specialize in areas such as medical-surgical, pediatric, obstetric, psychiatric, or community health care.

Core duties include assessing patients, recording medical histories, monitoring vital signs, administering medications and non-pharmacological therapies as prescribed, wound care, assisting with procedures, and coordinating care with doctors, therapists, and other staff. Jururawat also educate patients and families about health conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, and advocate for patient safety and comfort.

Entry into the profession typically requires completion of a nursing program (such as a diploma or bachelor’s degree) and registration with the relevant nursing regulatory body or council. Ongoing professional development and adherence to ethical standards, infection control, and patient confidentiality are part of the practice.

Jururawat are essential to healthcare systems, bridging clinical expertise and patient-centered care. The role emphasizes clinical competence, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and cultural sensitivity to meet diverse patient needs. In many contexts, nurses may pursue advanced practice roles or specialty certifications to expand their scope of practice and responsibilities.