Role of the Parish Nurse

 



Creating a Caring Community

• Parish Nursing is a unique blend of nursing and ministry. Parish Nurses engage in
  spiritual nurturing. They help people access what is meaningful in their life.
• Parish Nurses serve as health educators and provide a variety of educational
  activities for individuals of all ages with emphasis on disease prevention and wellness.
• Parish Nurses serve as personal health counselors discussing health issues and problems
  with individuals and making home, hospital and nursing home visits as needed.
• Parish Nurses are health advocates helping individuals make decisions about their health
  care.
• Parish Nurses function as a referral agent within the faith community and the local
  community. Parish Nurses help individuals and families gain access to needed services.

 


• Parish Nurses may use volunteers to help with the parish nurse ministry.
• Parish Nurses identify when support groups are needed. They may initiate a faith-based
  support group, refer to an existing support group or participate in a self-help group.
• Parish Nurses function as part of a ministerial team within their faith community.