A Parish Nurse is a:

Health Counselor

• assessing and responding to the needs of the congregation;
• visiting the sick in the hospital, at home and in long-term care settings;
• assisting with individual health concerns.

Health Educator

• providing education on topics related to health promotion and healthy lifestyles;
• offering health screening;
• conducting health fairs;
• distributing educational materials.

Community Resource Liaison

• providing a link between services available in the community and the congregation;
• sharing knowledge about resources and agencies, support groups and home care services.

Facilitator

• encouraging persons to take responsibility for their health;
• helping them find assistance;
• supporting volunteers and groups in the congregation with health-and-faith issues.

All services provided are confidential and without charge.

Why Would I Want to See The Parish Nurse?

• Gain information about and assist with life-style change and disease prevention.
• Get assistance in understanding medical procedures, drug actions and interactions & home testing procedures.
• Better understand my doctor's orders for medication, exercise, and diet.
• Get help in explaining ways in which to implement my doctor's orders to obtain optimal effects.

The Parish Nurse Does NOT:

• Provide invasive treatment
• Duplicate other available community services
• Replace your doctor