Nurse (Visiting Bathing Operations)
かんごし（ほうもんにゅうよくぎょうむ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who visits clients' homes to perform health management and hygiene care in bathing services.
Description
Nurses (Visiting Bathing Operations) visit the homes of elderly or disabled individuals and, as members of a team providing bathing services using specialized bathtubs and equipment, handle nursing duties. They perform medical care such as vital signs measurement before and after bathing, skin condition checks, assistance with wipe baths, full body baths, or partial baths, support for position changes and transfers, infection prevention measures, and emergency responses, followed by recording and reporting. They collaborate with clients, families, and care staff to ensure physical and mental safety while supporting a comfortable bathing experience.
Future Outlook
With the progress of population aging, demand for home care is on an upward trend, and job openings for visiting bathing nurses are expected to expand steadily. There is also potential for work efficiency improvements through ICT and multi-professional collaboration.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Calm judgment / Compassionate / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shifts only / Direct to/from work site / Full-time / Part-time / Shift work
Career Path
General Ward Nurse → Visiting Bathing Nurse → Visiting Nurse → Visiting Nursing Station Manager → Nursing Management Position
Required Skills
Hygiene Care / Infection Control and Hygiene Management / Record and Report Creation / Transfer Assistance / Vital Signs Measurement
Recommended Skills
BLS / Communication Skills / Elderly Care Knowledge / Home Healthcare Knowledge / Long-term Care Insurance System
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because adaptation to the environment of the client's home is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is required to not miss slight changes in condition or skin abnormalities. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with clients, families, and team staff is necessary. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is needed for transfers, position changes, etc. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick responses to emergencies or unexpected changes in condition are essential. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because able to withstand sudden incidents at visit sites and stress from time management. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because work is performed in collaboration with drivers and care staff. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, so high creativity is not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic measurements are required, no advanced mathematical analysis needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Nursing License
- Standard Driver's License
Aliases
- Visiting Bathing Nurse
Related Jobs
- Certified Care Worker
- Home Helper
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