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Parish Nurse Ministry
CUMC has two Parish nurses; Ann Loth and Pat Hrabe who have each
completed an Accredited Parish Nurse preparatory program.
Ann is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Cardiology at Saint Mary's
Hospital.
Pat is a Public Health Nurse with Olmsted County and is a Waivered
Services Case Manger (state/federal programs) for the Elderly and
disabled.
The role of the Parish Nurse in working with the congregation includes:
- Visiting members in their home, the hospital or a nursing care
facility
- Counseling members on health- related issues
- Meeting with members to provide information, referral and
assistance with obtaining health services, to seek alternate living
arrangements or other health care needs
- Health screenings
- Teaching/leading a class on health/wellness topic(s)
- Helping persons understand the relationship between mind, body
and spirit
- Arranging volunteers in coordination with the Congregational
care volunteers
- Referring to the prayer chain and/or for congregational prayers
- Coordinating the Health Fair with support of the health cabinet
members
There is no charge for any service provided by the Parish Nurse.
Home, Hospital and Nursing Home Visits
Pat Hrabe is available on Thursday to make visits to members. While the
Parish Nurse does not provide skilled nursing, discussion of health
concerns, teaching re: health care issues, assessing blood pressures,
home safety and information/referral for services are some of the
supports available. If you have any need please call Christ United
Methodist Church and leave a message for Pat to call or to visit you
(289-4019 ext. 113). If you have concerns about family members you may
also request a visit for information about resources or to explore
options and alternatives.
Sunday Morning Screenings
Each Sunday morning following the 9AM-worship service the Parish Nurse(s)
are available in the Family Room to visit with you about your health
concerns and are resources for information and referral. Blood pressure
screening/monitoring is available.
The Health Cabinet
The Health Cabinet is comprised of professionals who are concerned about
health and who are committed to the Parish nurse ministry at Christ
United Methodist Church. The health cabinet provides support and
direction to the Parish Nurse(s). They are actively involved in health
promotion activities through leadership in planning and participating in
the annual Health Fair.
Members of the Health Cabinet are:
- Kathy Colescott- Registered Nurse (r)
- Ruth Colville -Dental hygienist
- Pastor Nancy Wheeler Handlon – Congregational Care Pastor
- Nora Albert- Retired Teacher (r)
- Barbara Simmons - Nurse (r)
- Lisa kirkland - Physician
- Joanne Wayne - Registered Nurse (r)
- Parish Nurses-Ann Loth and Pat Hrabe
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