Revista de enfermería comunitaria y de salud pública

Abstracto

Community-Based Nursing: Empowering Healthcare at the Grassroots

Dr. Lisa Stanley

Community-based nursing is a vital and evolving healthcare approach that places emphasis on providing comprehensive, patient-centered care within the context of a community setting. This nursing practice model focuses on promoting health, preventing disease, and managing chronic conditions by addressing the unique needs and challenges of individuals and populations in their own communities. This abstract provides an overview of the key principles, roles, and benefits of community-based nursing, highlighting its role in enhancing healthcare access, reducing healthcare disparities, and improving overall community well-being.

Community-based nursing is a vital component of modern healthcare delivery, emphasizing the provision of comprehensive and patient-centered care within the community setting. This approach to nursing involves a diverse range of healthcare professionals who work collaboratively to address the unique healthcare needs of individuals, families, and communities. This paper explores the principles and significance of community-based nursing, highlighting its role in promoting health equity, preventing illness, and improving overall population health. By examining the historical evolution, core concepts, and essential competencies of