Parish nursing has been practiced for many years. It is the art of caring for the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. Parish nursing continues to grow as a vital component of community health. This article describes the role of the parish nurse and provides a case example of the impact the nurse can make in the parishioner's lives. The individual's practice, which is a ministry, is discussed within the scope of parish nursing.
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