Village Hotel Changi, Singapore
5th Edition of World Nursing Research Conference (WNRC) 2026
Speakers - WNRC2025
Gülbu Tanrıverdi
- Designation: Department of Public Health Nursing at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
- Country: Turkey
- Title: Rural Nursing in Turkey: Critical Approach
Abstract
This study addresses nursing shortages in rural healthcare globally and particularly examines the situation in Turkey. It underscores the challenges of accessing healthcare services in rural areas worldwide, the uncertain roles of nurses, and the adverse impacts of these deficiencies on health outcomes. In Turkey, it explores the healthcare needs of rural populations alongside the historical development of health policies and practices. Despite rural nursing not being defined as a specialty in Turkey, the article emphasizes the importance of establishing clear job descriptions and responsibilities for nurses to strengthen their role in healthcare delivery in these regions.
Keywords: rural nursing, nursing, rural, village, health equity
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