The Parish Nurse is available to discuss individual health concerns and provide emotional encouragement. He or she may also refer the patient to the most appropriate community resource. Confidentiality will always be maintained. Volunteer Recruiter, Mentor, Supporter Volunteers are an important part of any successful health ministry. The Parish Nurse will play a major role in recruiting church members to participate in the program.
Church members look to the nurse to provide the training and support needed for successful programs.
They view the Parish Nurse as a mentor. The Parish Nurse is also looked upon as a support provider. He or she will assess the needs of the congregation, working with the pastoral team, and provide encouragement and support systems based on the assessment. The Parish Nurse is not viewed as a primary hands-on health care giver, but rather as one who facilitates the use of all available church and community resources.