Public Health Nurse (School)
ほけんし（がっこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Public Health Nurses and Midwives
- Minor : Public Health Nurses
Summary
A professional who provides health consultations, guidance, and management for children and students at school, and promotes school health activities.
Description
School Public Health Nurses handle the creation and implementation of school health plans, management of health checkup results, health guidance and consultations, infection control measures, first aid, operation of health committees, and more. While collaborating with children, students, school staff, and parents, they aim to maintain and promote physical and mental health through health education and lifestyle guidance. Collaboration with local health centers and medical institutions, emergency responses, and the collection and analysis of health information are also important roles.
Future Outlook
With declining birthrates and increasing diverse health challenges, the importance of school health continues to grow. Needs for mental health support and health management utilizing ICT are expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has empathy / Has keen observation skills / Has strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Daytime Work / Off on Weekends and Holidays / Regional Health Guidance / School Employment
Career Path
School Public Health Nurse (Newly Appointed) → Veteran School Public Health Nurse → Vice Principal / Chief School Nurse Teacher → Board of Education Health Staff → Public Health Administration Position
Required Skills
Basic Life Support / Health Checkup Implementation and Judgment / Health Consultation / Health Record Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Mental Health / Interprofessional Collaboration Skills / Knowledge of School Health Law / Planning and Operation of Health Education Programs
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate management of health checkup results and health records is essential. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to smoothly share information with children, students, school staff, and parents to build trust. |
| Planning & Organization | Because the ability to formulate and execute health management plans for the entire school is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is simple aggregation of statistical data, but little advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Public Health Nurse License
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