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Health Ministry and Parish Nurse
What is Parish Nursing?
- Is a ministry to bring wellness and improved health to congregations and communities;
- Is based on the belief that health is growth toward the well-being of the body, mind and spirit;
- Is available to all ages in the congregation; Helps individuals stay well and creates a feeling of deeper caring throughout the congregation;
- Is congregation-based and tailors health-related activities to meet the desires, priorities and needs of each individual congregation.
What does a Parish Nurse do?
- A parish nurse (PN) provides surveillance for members and refers to physicians for diagnosis and treatment
- A PN teaches families about medications but does not dispense them
- A PN understands the spiritual dimension and need of clients and makes referrals to clergy, spiritual leaders, or other leaders in faith communities
- A PN assists faith leaders with the physical / health-related issues of members
- A PN works with volunteers to provide assistance to members of the faith community
- A PN helps improve the health of both the faith community and its leaders
- In the Christian faith, a PN follows the biblical mandate to preach, teach, and heal
© 2010 Deaconess Parish Nurse Ministries, LLC.
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