Nursing Assistant
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Healthcare Assistants
- Minor : Nursing Assistants
Summary
Under the direction of nurses, this occupation provides daily living support and personal care to patients, assisting medical staff with their duties.
Description
Nursing assistants provide living support such as patient transfer assistance, bathing assistance, toileting assistance, and meal assistance under the instructions of nurses. They maintain the ward environment, make beds, manage supplies, assist with vital signs measurement, and support the smooth operation of the nursing team. By detecting patient abnormalities early through daily communication and reporting them to nurses, they contribute to safe and secure medical care provision. Shift work including night shifts is common, requiring physical stamina and mental stability.
Future Outlook
Demand is steadily increasing due to the aging population. As the role of nursing assistants expands to address shortages in medical settings, those with qualifications have broadening opportunities for career advancement.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility / Team player
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time/Part-time / Hospital Employment / Part-time / Shift Work
Career Path
Completion of Care Worker Initial Training → Certified Care Worker → Licensed Practical Nurse → Registered Nurse
Required Skills
Bed Making / Hygiene Care / Infection Prevention Measures / Patient Transfer / Vital Signs Measurement
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills / Dementia Care / Initial Emergency Response / Medical Terminology Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to various situations such as shift work and emergency responses. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to not miss subtle changes. |
| Communication Skills | Because they constantly communicate with patients and medical staff. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and patient transfer assistance. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because mental stress occurs from patient care and emergency responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination with nurses and other staff is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because they perform tasks according to prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced calculations are few. |
Related Qualifications
- Care Worker Initial Training
Aliases
- Nurse Assistant
- Nursing Aide
Related Jobs
- Certified Care Worker
- Home Helper
- Medical Clerk
- Nurse