Effective care provision by Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse via tele-nursing service in a regional setting

COVID-19 pandemic has been the catalyst for significant changes in healthcare delivery, including the widespread adoption of telehealth services. Evidence suggests telehealth has been successfully implemented in providing care for prostate cancer patients during and after COVID-19. Telehealth has become a vital tool in meeting the evolving needs of patients, particularly in the regional setting, providing convenience and accessibility to healthcare services. It has enabled patients to receive medical consultations remotely, ensuring continuity of care while minimising risk of virus transmission.

Improved information technology has also allowed increased access to quality care for Prostate Cancer patients in a regional setting. Telenursing provides prostate cancer patients a sense of security as they receive information on a timely manner despite living in the remote area, thus enhancing feeling of self-efficacy.

This case study outlines how effective provision of care, increased patient outcomes, and patient satisfaction can be achieved via Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse (PCSN) tele-health service.