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Roles of the Parish Nurse
Who's dedicated work keeps the congregation healthy
by leading us in ways to achieve our healthy goals.
Health Educator
Promotes an atmosphere where individuals of all ages,
through a variety of educational activities, explore the relationship between values, attitudes,
lifestyle, faith and health.
Personal Health Counselor
Discusses health issues and problems with individuals;
makes home, hospital and nursing home visits as needed.
Referral Agent
Referrals are provided to other congregational resources
as well as those found in the community at large.
Facilitator of Volunteers
Recruits volunteers and coordinates resources within the
congregation to serve in various health ministries.
Developer of Support Groups
Facilitates the development of support groups for members
of the faith community and people from the external community.
Health Advocate
The parish nurse works with the client, faith community
and primary health resources to provide what is in the best interest of the client from a whole
person perspective.
Integrator of Faith and Health
In all activities and contacts, the parish nurse seeks
to promote the understanding of the relationship between faith and health.
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