Occupational Health Nurse
さんぎょうかんごし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Nurses and Associate Nurses
- Minor : Other Nurses and Associate Nurses
Summary
A specialist who conducts health checkups, mental health care, and hygiene management at workplaces such as companies and factories to maintain and promote workers' health.
Description
Occupational health nurses are stationed at companies and factories, conducting workers' health checkups, health guidance, and mental health care. They support risk assessments of work environments and the development of hygiene management plans, and collaborate with occupational physicians and public health nurses to plan and implement health education programs. In the event of accidents or sudden illnesses, they handle first aid and emergency responses, and support workers' return to work. They also promote mental health measures in the workplace through stress checks and analysis of results.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of work-style reforms and health management in companies, the demand for employee health management is increasing, and the need for occupational health nurses is on the rise. Involvement in mental health measures and preventive medicine is expected to expand.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Caring / Excellent Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Day Shift System / Flexitime / On-Site Stationed / Team Collaboration with Medical Experts
Career Path
Occupational Health Nurse → Occupational Health Room Leader → Hygiene Manager → Occupational Health Consultant → HR and Labor Management Position
Required Skills
First Aid / Health Checkup / Hygiene Management / Mental Health Care / Record and Report Preparation
Recommended Skills
Health Education Program Planning and Operation / Occupational Health Nursing Practice / Occupational Hygiene Knowledge / Stress Check Implementation and Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate recording and evaluation of test data and symptoms are required, without missing any abnormalities. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with workers, occupational physicians, and management departments is necessary to build trusting relationships. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because occupational hygiene standards and medical knowledge are frequently updated, requiring continuous learning. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to accurately plan and implement health checkups and education programs. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because high mental endurance is required for emergency responses and mental health care tasks. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because tasks are carried out in collaboration with occupational physicians, hygiene managers, and other departments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because tasks are mostly based on standardized procedures, and high-level creativity is not essential. |
Related Qualifications
- Nurse License
Aliases
- Corporate Nurse
- Industrial Health Nurse
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- Public Health Nurse
- School Nurse
- Visiting Nurse