Compulsory Education School Nurse
ぎむきょういくがっこうようごきょうゆ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Compulsory Education School Teachers
Summary
A specialist at compulsory education schools who manages students' health, provides health guidance, first aid, health consultations, etc., and promotes school health.
Description
Compulsory education school nurses are responsible for students' health management, first aid for illnesses and injuries, conducting regular health checkups, health education and consultations, and formulating and operating school health plans at compulsory education schools such as elementary and junior high schools. They also collaborate with parents and faculty staff to manage overall school hygiene and environment, and contribute to building health crisis management systems. Furthermore, they provide mental health support for students, infection control measures, and other timely health activities to support safe and healthy school life.
Future Outlook
Although there is some impact from school consolidations due to declining birthrates, the importance of school health, such as mental health for students and infection control measures, is increasing, and the role of school nurses will remain stable in the future. Enhancing expertise in ICT-based health management and mental health support will increase career value.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Empathetic / Excellent observation skills / Polite and courteous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Part-time Lecturer / Private School Employment / Public School Employment
Career Path
School Nurse (Full-time) → Head School Nurse → Education Board Health Staff → School Counselor → Health Room Support Coordinator
Required Skills
Consultation and Assistance Skills / First Aid / Health Checkup Management / Health Guidance and Health Education / Record Management
Recommended Skills
Counseling / ICT Health Management / Infection Prevention Measures / Mental Health Care / Nutrition Guidance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible response to situations is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in health checkup results and records is required. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with students, parents, and faculty staff is essential. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary for planning and implementing regular health checkups and health events. |
| Problem Solving | Quick judgment is needed in responding to sudden illnesses or injuries. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex numerical analysis is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Nurse License
- Public Health Nurse License
- School Nurse License
Aliases
- School Nurse
Related Jobs
- Elementary School Teacher
- Junior High School Teacher
- Nurse
- Public Health Nurse
- School Counselor