Scientific Sessions

Community Nursing and Home Health Nursing

Community nursing and home health nursing are both essential components of healthcare imed at providing patient-centered care in the comfort of individuals' homes or within their comdelivery amunities. Community nursing focuses on promoting health and preventing illness within a specific geographic area or community. Community nurses work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including public health agencies, community organizations, and healthcare providers, to assess community health needs, develop health promotion programs, and deliver healthcare services. They often engage in activities such as health education, immunizations, disease screenings, and advocacy to improve the overall health and well-being of individuals and communities. Home health nursing, on the other hand, involves providing skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. Home health nurses deliver a wide range of healthcare services, including medication management, wound care, IV therapy, rehabilitation therapy, and chronic disease management. They work closely with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans that address the specific needs of each individual. Home health nurses play a crucial role in supporting patients' recovery, promoting independence, and preventing hospital readmissions by delivering high-quality care in the familiar and supportive environment of the patient's home.