Mission Statement
The mission of Parish Nursing is the integration of the practice of faith with the practice of nursing to promote and nurture health, wellness, and healing within the congregation.
Scriptural Basis
For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds, says the Lord. Jeremiah 30:17a He sent them to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. Luke 9:2
Who might need a Parish Nurse?
Would you like a one-on-one consultation such as a blood pressure screening or discussion about a medical condition such as diabetes or a review of your medications? Do you have a question about a diagnosis, lab test, or other medical issue? Would you like a class or service to be provided? Do you have a problem that affects your physical, emotional, or spiritual well-being?
Would you like a visit from a parish nurse? After returning home from the hospital or other situation that we might assess and make a referral (remember we do not replace home health nursing or give hands on care).
Would you like to participate in one of the health screenings? Watch the Sunday bulletins, monthly newsletters, and bulletin board in the Narthex.
Services
- Screenings
- Blood Pressure taken upon request and at OASIS from 11:00 am till noon
- Glaucoma
- Hearing
- Cholesterol and Blood Glucose
- Periodic Health Fairs
- Health Promotion
- Monthly Newsletter Page
- Weekly Bulletin Announcements
- Bulletin Board
- Classes
- One-on one Office Hours
- Contact a Parish Nurse for an appointment.
- Referral
- Community resources
- Health literature and brochures
- Computer search on health topics
Who are We?
The Parish Nurses
Jackie Franklin 706-835-7086
Sharon Willits 706-835-1895
Bambi Wooten 706-745-9402
VOLUNTEERS:
We welcome both professional and lay volunteers! Call a Parish Nurse to volunteer.
The Health Cabinet
The Health Cabinet is a church committee that advises and supports the Parish Nurse Ministry. It consists of both lay and medical professionals, and meets twice a year. If you are interested in serving on this church committee, please contact a Parish Nurse or the current chairperson.
- Chairman: Lee Dunham
- Browning, John
- Franklin, Jackie
- Kolb, Diane
- Lewis, Barry
- Sanford, Nancy
- Sherman, A.G.
- Willits, Sharon
- Wooten, Bambi
- Zimmerman, Kathy
Contact
938 Highway 515
Blairsville GA 30512
706.745.2073
Sunday Worship
8:30 am Casual
9:45 am Contemporary
11:00 am Traditional
Wednesday Nurture
5:00 pm Dinner
6:00 pm Bible Study