Secondary School Nurse Teacher
ちゅうとうきょういくがっこうようごきょうゆ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Secondary Education School Teachers
Summary
A professional who manages students' health and ensures safety in secondary education schools (junior and senior high schools) through health consultations, medical checkups, first aid, health guidance, etc., in the school infirmary.
Description
Secondary school nurse teachers are specialists based in school infirmaries at junior and senior high schools, conducting student health checkups and physical measurements, providing first aid for injuries and illnesses, health guidance, support for students with illnesses or disabilities, mental health consultations, etc. They also handle overall school hygiene management, infection control measures, health education for parents and faculty, and coordination with local medical institutions and education boards. They are required to have multifaceted knowledge and practical skills to comprehensively support students' physical and mental health and maintain a safe and reassuring school life.
Future Outlook
Although affected by declining birthrates and school consolidations, the role of school nurse teachers is increasingly important due to growing needs for student health management and mental health. Expansion of duties is expected, such as the introduction of ICT-based health management systems.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Day Shift / Private School Employment / Public School Employment / Semester System / Two Days Off per Week
Career Path
New School Nurse Teacher → Mid-level School Nurse Teacher → Chief School Nurse Teacher (Health Chief) → Education Board Health Officer → School Health Coordinator
Required Skills
Conducting Health Checkups / Consultation Support / First Aid / Hygiene Guidance / Record Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills Training / Infection Control Knowledge / Medical Team Collaboration / Mental Health Care
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is important to not overlook minor changes in physical condition or hygiene management deficiencies. |
| Communication Skills | The ability to build trusting relationships with students, parents, and faculty and to communicate information appropriately is necessary. |
| Problem Solving | Quick response capabilities are required for sudden injuries, illnesses, or troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Strength to endure emergency responses such as sudden student illnesses or parent interactions is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical tasks are few, so expertise is not particularly high. |
Related Qualifications
- School Nurse Teacher License
Aliases
- School Nurse
- School Nurse Teacher
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- Elementary School Nurse Teacher
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