Certified Nurse Administrator (Clinic)
にんていかんごかんりしゃ（くりにっく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist responsible for the operation and management of the nursing department in clinics, including staff guidance, business improvements, and safety management.
Description
Certified Nurse Administrators (Clinic) serve as the head of the nursing department in clinics, responsible for formulating nursing plans, educating and guiding staff, budget management, safety and quality management, and risk management. They collaborate with physicians and other professions to establish a smooth medical care system and improve patient satisfaction and staff work environment. Experienced nurses who have completed the required training and certification programs are required to possess managerial abilities.
Future Outlook
With the progress of declining birthrates and aging population, the role and demand for clinics are expanding, and the need for nursing administrators is increasing. Managerial abilities for ICT utilization, multidisciplinary collaboration, and providing high-quality care will become even more important.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Calm judgment / Good teamwork / Proactive / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Hospital/ Clinic Nurse → Charge Nurse → Certified Nurse Administrator → Director of Nursing → Healthcare Facility Operations Manager
Required Skills
Basic Nursing Skills / Communication Skills / Healthcare Facility Operations Knowledge / Quality Management / Staff Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Counseling) / Financial Budget Management / Healthcare Safety Management / ICT Utilization / Training Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible responses to changes in team or organizational situations are necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because thorough checks are necessary to prevent medical errors. |
| Communication Skills | Because they collaborate with multiple professions to coordinate instructions and reports. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because they proactively make improvement proposals and demonstrate leadership. |
| Planning & Organization | Because they formulate departmental operation plans and staffing arrangements. |
| Problem Solving | Because business efficiency improvements and prompt responses to issues are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because calm responses are necessary even in emergencies or busy periods. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because they advance work while collaborating in multidisciplinary teams. |
Related Qualifications
- Japanese Nursing Association Certified Nurse Administrator Certification
- Nurse License
Aliases
- Clinic Nursing Administrator
- Nursing Administrator
Related Jobs
- Charge Nurse
- Clinic Manager
- Director of Nursing
- Nurse