What is a Parish Nurse?

The Parish Nurse is a registered professional nurse who serves the congregation by offering preventive information and education, with a focus on health promotion and physical, emotional, & spiritual well-beingThe parish nurses have been to special training sessions and have become certified. 

The Parish Nurse serves as Educator, Health Counselor, Referral Source, and Health Advocate.

...does not provide hands-on-care other than blood pressure screening & minor first aid.

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does not replace the care of : a physician or other health care providers, home health agency, hospice, therapists, social workers, or pastors.
First United Methodist Church of Union County Parish Nurses
859 Highway 515     Blairsville, GA  30512
Phone 706-745-8370