Faith Community Nursing

 The American Nurses Association recognizes faith community nursing as a specialty in nursing. Foundations of Faith Community Nursing — also known as Parish Nursing — holds the spiritual dimension as central to its practice.  Faith Community Nursing is a specialized field that recognizes the importance of spirituality and faith in the healing process. Nurses who complete this course are equipped to provide holistic care that not only addresses physical health, but also attends to the spiritual and emotional needs of individuals within their faith community and the wider community.
Dynamic online presentations, small group experiences, community interactive work and play, meditation, and creative workshops.
Offered 100% online, this education course is designed to help the faith community nurses learn to model, and promote health and healing.
Access to a computer and internet connection is required.

Where Faith and Nursing Unite for Holistic Healing!

Parish Nurse's hands in prayer

 Discover a higher calling in healthcare with our Faith Community Nursing course. Are you a registered nurse with a strong spiritual faith, seeking to deepen your impact?  Join us on a transformative journey where health and faith converge. Our course empowers you to merge the art of nursing with the essence of spirituality, enabling you to become a beacon of healing within your faith community.  Nurturing both the body and the soul, our program equips you with the knowledge and skills to serve your community’s unique needs.  Embrace a path that is not just about nursing, but about fulfilling a sacred mission.  Enroll today and bridge the gap between health and faith, guiding those in need on their journey to holistic well-being.
Please reach out to ccnl@plu.edu if you need assistance.

Announcements and Additional Information:

Announcements.

The new dates for spring 2025 will be finalized soon.

Additional Information.

Course website: https://sakai.plu.edu/portal

Books:

Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Curriculum: Participant Guide 2019 Revision: Jacob, Susan R

Faith Community Nursing Scope & Standards of Practice | ANA