nurse
n. countable A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈnɝs// UK //nˈɜːs// nurse
n. a person whose job is to care for people who are sick or injured. They usually work in hospitals or clinics alongside doctors.
n. a person trained to provide medical care for the sick or infirm, typically in a clinical or hospital setting. Often used to distinguish healthcare professionals who are not physicians.
The nurse checks my blood pressure every morning.
After the surgery, a dedicated nurse stayed by the patient's side to monitor her recovery and manage her pain.
Modern healthcare systems rely heavily on the expertise of the registered nurse, who often serves as the primary point of contact between the patient and the broader medical team.
Usage
Commonly used with the verbs 'to be' or 'to work as'.