5 Roles and

Responsibilities of a
Community Health
Nurse
Community health
nurses focus on long-
and short- term care for
disease prevention.
Public health nurses advocate on the
local, state, and federal level to
provide better access to healthcare,
protect funding for public health
programs, and reduce or eliminate
disparities.
Community Health nurses focus on
presenting materials in a clear and
understandable format. They
provide information to individuals,
families, and communities that
create a framework for healthy
living and healthy choices.
Community health nurses use
evidence to implement policy
changes and equality-based
practices.
Community Health Nurses collect
and use evidence to execute positive
changes for better health.
5. Advocate
4. Researcher
3. Leader
2. Community
Educator
1. Disease
Prevention
Specialist