space for the centers, and through a collaborative
agreement with the health-care district, many of
our clients without health insurance can be en-
rolled in a safety-net program of health services.
Physicians are consultants for medical questions
and referrals. School nurse education is also pro-
vided for nurses in the local county and in sur-
rounding areas of this state.
Like the other circles, the third circle depicts the
breadth of relationships developed at meetings, and
through publications and presentations at local,
regional, national, and international conferences.
Administration and faculty have been recognized
for the contribution made to the health and well-
being of children and families. Faculty, staff, and
students participate on panels, sharing their experi-
ences in caring for underinsured and uninsured
persons.
The fundamental beliefs and commitment to
the discipline and unique practice of nursing
provided for both creating and sustaining
this Community Nursing Practice Model.
This model provides the environment in
which nursing is practiced from the core be-
liefs of respect, caring, and wholeness. The
centers, developed and managed by nurses,
have demonstrated the integration of the
mission and philosophy of the College of
Nursing. Members of the faculty and center
staff are encouraged to practice from these
beliefs and to reach out and through the con-
centric circles, strengthening and widening
the web of relationships with colleagues,
clients, and community members. Through
use of this model, the ideals of the discipline
are brought into reality of care for wholeness
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