The name Laura is of Latin origin, and it means Laurel .
Duties and Responsibilities of an RN. Here is the list of the duties and responsibilities of a registered nurse. 1  Observing and recording patientsâ behaviour. 2  Coordinating with physicians and other healthcare professionals for creating and evaluating customized care plans.
1 The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, or community.  The nurse promotes, advocates for, and strives to protect the health, safety, and rights of the patient.