Classification codes for a dermatology medical practice

Nursing professionals provide treatment, support and care services for people who are in need of nursing care due to the effects of ageing, injury, illness or other physical or mental impairment, or potential risks to health. They assume responsibility for the planning and management of the care of patients, including the supervision of other health care workers, working autonomously or in teams with medical doctors and others in the practical application of preventive and curative measures. Tasks include - (a) planning, providing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to the practice and standards of modern nursing; (b) coordinating the care of patients in consultation with other health professionals and members of health teams; (c) developing and implementing care plans for the biological, social and psychological treatment of patients in collaboration with other health professionals; (d) planning and providing personal care, treatments and therapies including administering medications, and monitoring responses to treatment or care plan; (e) cleaning wounds and applying surgical dressings and bandages; (f) monitoring pain and discomfort experienced by patients and alleviating pain using a variety of therapies, including the use of painkilling drugs; (g) planning and participating in health education programmes, health promotion and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings; (h) answering questions from patients and families and providing information about prevention of ill-health, treatment and care; (i) supervising and coordinating the work of other nursing, health and personal care workers; (j) conducting research on nursing practices and procedures and disseminating findings such as through scientific papers and reports. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Clinical nurse consultant - District nurse - Nurse anaesthetist - Nurse educator - Nurse practitioner - Operating theatre nurse - Professional nurse - Public health nurse - Specialist nurse Some related occupations classified elsewhere: - Professional midwife - 2222 - Paramedical practitioners - 2240 - University lecturer - 2310 - Vocational education teacher - 2320 - Associate professional nurse - 3221 - Associate professional midwife - 3222 - Nursing aide (clinic or hospital) - 5321 Notes The distinction between professional and associate professional nurses should be made on the basis of the nature of the work performed in relation to the tasks specified in this definition. The qualifications held by individuals or that predominate in the country are not the main factor in making this distinction, as training arrangements for nurses vary widely between countries and have varied over time within countries. Nurses who combine nursing education or research with clinical nursing practice are classified in Unit Group 2221: Nursing Professionals. Nursing researchers who participate in biomedical research using living organisms and do not undertake clinical nursing practice are classified in Unit Group 2131: Biologists, Botanists, Zoologists and Related Professionals.

Specialist medical practitioners (medical doctors) diagnose, treat and prevent illness, disease, injury and other physical and mental impairments in humans, using specialized testing, diagnostic, medical, surgical, physical and psychiatric techniques through application of the principles and procedures of modern medicine. They specialize in certain disease categories, types of patient or methods of treatment and may conduct medical education and research in their chosen areas of specialization. Tasks include - (a) conducting physical examinations of patients and interviewing them and their families to determine their health status; (b) considering medical information provided by a referring doctor or other health care provider, (c) ordering specialized diagnostic tests to determine the nature of disorders or illnesses; (d) prescribing, administering and monitoring patients’ responses to treatments, medications, anaesthetics, psychotherapies, physical rehabilitation programmes and other preventive and curative measures; (e) performing surgery of a general or specialized nature; (f) managing complications before, during and after childbirth; (g) recording patients’ medical information and exchanging information with other health professionals to ensure the provision of comprehensive care; (h) reporting births, deaths and notifiable diseases to government authorities to meet legal and professional requirements; (i) providing information to patients and families and communities about preventive measures, treatment and care for specific ailments; (j) performing autopsies to determine cause of death; (k) conducting research into specific human disorders and illnesses and preventive or curative methods and disseminating the findings such as through scientific reports; (l) planning and participating in programmes designed to prevent the occurrence and spread of specific diseases. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Anaesthetist - Cardiologist - Emergency medicine specialist - Gynaecologist - Obstetrician - Ophthalmologist - Paediatrician - Pathologist - Preventive medicine specialist - Psychiatrist - Radiation oncologist - Radiologist - Resident medical officer in specialist training - Specialist medical practitioner (public health) - Specialist physician (internal medicine) - Specialist physician (nuclear medicine) - Surgeon Some related occupations classified elsewhere: - Biomedical researcher - 2131 - General practitioner - 2211 - Resident medical officer specializing in general practice - 2211 - Dental practitioner - 2261 - Dental surgeon - 2261 - Oral and maxillofacial surgeon - 2261 - Clinical psychologist - 2634 Notes Occupations included in this unit group require completion of a university-level degree in basic medical education plus postgraduate clinical training in a medical specialization (except general practice) or equivalent. Resident medical officers and interns training as specialist practitioners (except general practice) are included here. Although in some countries 'stomatology' may be considered as a medical specialization, stomatologists should be included in Unit group -2261, Dentists. Medical research professionals who participate in biomedical research using living organisms and do not undertake clinical practice are classified in Unit Group 2131: Biologists, Botanists, Zoologists and Related Professionals.

Religious professionals function as perpetuators of sacred traditions, practices and beliefs. They conduct religious services, celebrate or administer the rites of a religious faith or denomination, provide spiritual and moral guidance and perform other functions associated with the practice of a religion. Tasks include - (a) perpetuating sacred traditions, practices and beliefs; (b) conducting religious services, rites and ceremonies; (c) undertaking various administrative and social duties, including participating in committees and meetings of religious organizations; (d) providing spiritual and moral guidance in accordance with the religion professed; (e) propagating religious doctrines in own country or abroad; (f) preparing and presenting religious sermons; (g) developing and directing study courses and religious education programmes; (h) counselling individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial and religious problems; (i) scheduling and participating in special events such as camps, conferences, seminars and retreats. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Bonze - Imam - Minister of religion - Poojari - Priest - Rabbi Some related occupations classified elsewhere: - Lay preacher - 3413 - Monk - 3413 - Nun - 3413 Note Members of religious orders whose work involves performing the tasks of other occupations, for example as teachers, nurses or welfare support workers, should be classified according to the main tasks and duties performed in the job.