Description
Book SynopsisâœOn every page the work of the community nurse shines through. Exercises, a reflective commentary and case studies provide an integral link between the âreal worldâ of practice and the underpinning knowledge and critical thinking necessary to become an effective and evidence-based community nurse. This is an excellent, practical and informative book that is already poised to become the leading resource in its field.âJohn Keady, Professor of Older Peopleâs Mental Health Nursing, The University of Manchester/Greater Manchester West Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, UK
This new textbook is perfect for understanding how community nursing works, and how to work effectively in community settings. The skills required to work with the challenges of community nurse activities are clearly introduced, from working in peopleâs homes, working with carers, developing assessment skills to working with other professionals.
By drawing on vivid case studies set in the fictional
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: An Introduction to Community Nurse Practice
Chapter 2: The Community Landscape
Chapter 3: The Practicalities of Working as a Community Nurse
Chapter 4: Working with Vulnerable Groups
Chapter 5: Working with Others in Community Settings
Chapter 6: Working with Carers and their Families
Chapter 7: Assessing for Care
Chapter 8: Care Planning
Chapter 9: The Impact of Nursing Care
Chapter 10: Health Protection
Chapter 11: Community Nursing Practice – Becoming a registered nurse
