Nurse (Nursing Care Facility)
かんごし（かいごしせつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that provides health management, medical care, and daily living support to residents such as the elderly in nursing care facilities.
Description
Nursing care facility nurses work in facilities such as special nursing homes for the elderly, nursing care health facilities, and day services, handling health management and daily living support for the elderly and disabled. Specifically, they perform vital sign measurements, medication management, wound care, dementia care, and medical care such as tube feeding and suctioning. They collaborate with care staff, physical therapists, and physicians to provide nursing services based on individual care plans. They also handle explanations and consultations for residents and families, documentation and shift handovers, infection control, and emergency responses.
Future Outlook
With the progress of aging society and declining birthrates, demand for nursing care facilities is expected to increase, and demand for nurses will remain stably high. Personnel capable of handling advanced medical care will be even more valued.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Compassionate / Excellent Communication Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Nursing Care Facility Charge Nurse → Facility Nursing Leader → Nursing Administrator (Nursing Director) → Visiting Nurse → Facility Development and Operation Staff
Required Skills
Documentation and Reporting / Medical Care (Tube Feeding, Suctioning) / Medication Management / Pressure Ulcer Care / Vital Signs Measurement
Recommended Skills
Dementia Care / Infection Control / Nursing Care Record System Operation / Palliative Care / Rehabilitation Assistance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To handle changes in residents' conditions and emergency shift changes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent medication errors and mistakes in care procedures. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for collaboration with residents, families, and medical/care staff. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to constantly update knowledge of medical care. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for night shift duties and transfer assistance. |
| Problem Solving | To respond quickly to changes in residents' conditions. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to continue duties under high stress from night shifts and emergencies. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To provide care in collaboration with care staff, physicians, physical therapists, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Due to reliance on standardized care plans. |
Related Qualifications
- Nursing License
Aliases
- Nursing Care Facility Nurse
Related Jobs
- Certified Care Worker
- Hospital Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Public Health Nurse
- Visiting Nurse