A Major Step Forward for Community Health Nursing
The National Uniform Claim Committee (NUCC) has approved a nationally recognized definition of Community Health Nursing—an important milestone for Faith Community Nursing and community-based nursing practice.
The new definition recognizes registered nurses who provide health promotion, disease prevention, and whole-person care across diverse community settings. Because Faith Community Nursing is part of community health nursing, this national recognition helps strengthen the visibility, credibility, and professional recognition of FCNs and supports ongoing efforts toward legislative recognition and sustainable reimbursement for community-based nursing.
Approved unanimously on August 13, 2026, the definition will be published January 1, 2027, and available for use April 1, 2027.
This is an important step forward for the future of Faith Community Nursing.