A Parish Nurse is a Health Educator. The nurse educates in all formats, one on one to group seminars. In her teaching, she encourages the understanding to the connection of attitude, faith and wellbeing. Examples include: Arranging adult forums on various health topics, teaching with Sunday school classrooms and confirmation, giving classes on diet and/or exercise.

A Parish Nurse is a Personal Health Counselor. The nurse discusses health problems with parishioners, giving clarity and support. The nurse makes home, hospital and nursing home visits as needed.

The Parish Nurse is a Referral Agent and Advocate. The nurse assists with the network of the health care system, making referrals when necessary. At times it may mean going with a member to a MD appointment.

And Finally the Parish Nurse is the Trainer of Volunteers and Developer of Small Groups. Health ministry can not be done with one person. Christ called all to be his disciples of His ministry. The volunteer may include a facilitator to small group ministry such as arranging meals to be brought to a parishioner who might be bereaved, recently discharged from the hospital or experiencing the joy of a new baby.