University Hospital Nurse
だいがくびょういんかんごし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
University hospital nurses are medical professionals who provide specialized nursing care and clinical research support in advanced medical environments at university hospitals.
Description
University hospital nurses provide nursing care to inpatients and outpatients in highly specialized medical settings. They handle care in intensive care units (ICUs), operating rooms, and wards of various departments, participate in and support clinical research, and are responsible for education, training, and mentoring juniors. They assess complex patient conditions, develop and implement care plans, provide explanations and guidance to patients and families, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support safe and high-quality medical care.
Future Outlook
Due to the progression of population aging and the advancement of advanced medicine, the demand for highly specialized nurses is expected to increase further. New roles such as clinical research support and ICT utilization are also expanding.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Compassionate / Excellent Communication Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
In-Hospital Training / Mixed Wards / Night Shifts / Shift Work / Team Nursing
Career Path
新人看護師（卒後臨床研修） → スタッフナース → 認定看護師／専門看護師（CNS） → 看護師長 → 看護部長
Required Skills
Care Plan Development / Electronic Medical Records Operation / Injection and IV Techniques / Vital Signs Measurement / Wound Care
Recommended Skills
Advanced Medical Equipment Operation / BLS/ACLS Certification / Communication Skills (Medical English) / Critical Care Knowledge / Palliative Care
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because situations change moment by moment in acute care, and flexible response is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes in medication dosages or equipment settings can lead to serious consequences. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to communicate appropriately with patients and medical staff and build trusting relationships. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire the latest medical knowledge, techniques, and clinical research insights. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and nighttime responses. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to plan and coordinate care plans for each patient and organize work based on treatment schedules. |
| Problem Solving | Because rapid and accurate judgment and response are required during emergencies or troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because the work involves emergencies and night shifts with high mental and physical stress. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To achieve optimal patient care through collaboration in multidisciplinary teams. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Cancer Chemotherapy Nurse
- Certified Infection Control Nurse
- Certified Nurse Specialist (CNS)
- Nursing License
Aliases
- Clinical Nurse
- Hospital Nurse
- University Affiliated Hospital Nurse
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