What is a PARISH NURSE? A parish nurse is a registered nurse
with specialized knowledge who is called to ministry and
affirmed by a faith community to promote health, healing and
wholeness. THE ROLE OF THE PARISH NURSE The role of the parish
nurse is to promote the integration of faith and health in a
variety of ways that reflect the context of the faith community.
Specific examples include: - health advocacy - health
counselling - health education - resource referral The above
definition of the parish nurse was developed by the Canadian
Association for Parish Nursing Ministry. Although it is short,
it was debated and thoughtfully and prayerfully considered for
many months. Each word is important. Registered Nurse: A parish
nurse must be registered in the province in which the nurse
practises. The nurse’s license or certificate of competence must
be valid and current. This ensures that the public is receiving
safe and competent care. Specialized knowledge: The parish nurse
must have specialized knowledge whic