The PHN Branch of the Defense Centers for Public Health - Aberdeen (DCPH-A) provides strategic leadership to the PHN enterprise. The PHN Branch also provides subject matter expertise and consultation regarding all aspects of the PHN mission, capabilities, and PHN roles and responsibilities to the Department of Defense (DoD), sister Services, partners, and leaders.
In addition to supporting the operational and professional needs of PHNs throughout the DoD, the PHN Branch develops and coordinates evidence-based products, addresses regulatory and policy requirements, and ensures dissemination of information to PHNs and other DoD customers for standardization of services delivered.
More details about Army Public Health Nurses and how to become one are in this trifold.
If you are an Public Health Nurse, you can request a copy of an approved presentation to help inform your local installation leaders of the PHN capabilities and roles.
We are seeking nurses who possess strengths in effective communication and critical thinking to protect and promote the health of our Force. Have you considered a career in Army Public Health Nursing? If you are interested in learning more, please contact your local installation Chief, Army Public Health Nurse for more information.
The PHN Branch encourages those seeking guidance to check out the following public webpages:
Other Useful PHN Resources:
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Last updated: July 27, 2023
