Welfare Facility Nurse
ふくししせつかんごし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Welfare facility nurses are professionals who manage the health of welfare facility users such as the elderly and disabled, and provide daily nursing care.
Description
Welfare facility nurses provide daily nursing care such as health observation, vital sign measurements, medication management, pressure ulcer care, and oral care at special nursing homes for the elderly or disability support facilities. They perform first aid, report to and coordinate with physicians in response to changes in users' physical and mental conditions, and develop and implement nursing plans based on care plans. They also collaborate with life support staff, care managers, rehabilitation staff, and other multidisciplinary teams to contribute to creating an environment where users can live safely and comfortably.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to increase steadily with the progress of an aging society. Expansion of roles for highly specialized welfare facility nurses is anticipated due to strengthened integration of welfare and medical care and shifts toward home care.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Patient / Sharp Observation Skills / Team Player
Work Style
Career Path
Welfare Facility Nurse → Chief/Leader → Nursing Section Chief → Facility Care Manager → Facility Director → Visiting Nurse
Required Skills
First Aid / Infection Prevention Measures / Medication Management / Nursing Records / Vital Sign Measurement
Recommended Skills
Dementia Care / Multidisciplinary Collaboration / Oral Care / Rehabilitation Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to changes in users' conditions and facility operations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid medication errors and overlook changes in health conditions. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for smooth collaboration with users, families, and other professions. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To adapt to changes in medical and welfare technologies and systems. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength required for long hours of standing work and user transfer assistance. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for planning and adjusting care plans and work schedules. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to endure emergency responses and high mental stress. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Required for collaborative care in multidisciplinary teams. |
Related Qualifications
- Nursing License
Aliases
- Elderly Facility Nurse
- Facility Nurse
Related Jobs
- Care Manager
- Certified Care Worker
- Hospital Nurse
- Visiting Nurse