Emergency Medical Technician (Nurse)
きゅうきゅうきゅうめいし（かんごし）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialized professional who performs triage of patients, primary life-saving procedures, transportation management, etc., at sites or medical institutions during emergencies, providing prompt and accurate emergency nursing.
Description
Emergency Medical Technicians (Nurses) perform advanced medical procedures such as vital signs measurement, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway securing, and medication administration on patients at the forefront of emergency medical care. They respond immediately to sudden changes in condition, collaborating with emergency squad members, doctors, and other medical staff for triage and patient transport to support high-quality emergency care. In addition to specialized knowledge and skills, quick decision-making ability and high stress tolerance are required.
Future Outlook
With the aging society and increasing needs during disasters, the demand for emergency medical personnel is expected to remain high in the future, and the active role of highly specialized emergency nurses is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Able to make quick situational judgments / Calm and composed / Has good teamwork / Has stress tolerance / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Ambulance duty / Emergency and Critical Care Center / Night shifts / Shift work
Career Path
Emergency Field Nurse → Resuscitation and Emergency Center Nurse → Emergency Certified Nurse → Nurse Manager → Education and Training Staff
Required Skills
Airway Management / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / ECG Monitoring / Medication Administration and Injection / Securing Venous Access / Triage / Vital Signs Measurement
Recommended Skills
Ambulance Driving / Doctor Helicopter Ride Experience / Documentation Skills / Infection Control / Medical English
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond flexibly to diverse environments and situations. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To quickly and logically assess situations on-site and select appropriate treatments. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes in medication administration or equipment operation can directly affect life. |
| Communication Skills | Because accurate and rapid information sharing with doctors, squad members, and patients is essential. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because emergency medical techniques and guidelines are constantly updated. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because high physical strength is required for patient transport and long hours of standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to judge and execute accurate treatments in unforeseen situations. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there are many scenes facing life crises, and mental stress is high. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To perform life-saving procedures in collaboration with the medical team. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | In emergencies, established procedures are often followed, and original ideas are rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Emergency Nurse
- Emergency Medical Technician License
- Nursing License
Aliases
- Ambulance Crew Nurse
- ER Nurse
- Emergency Nurse
Related Jobs
- Certified Emergency Nurse
- Emergency Squad Member
- ICU Nurse
- Intensive Care Unit Nurse