Development in the field of nursingHealth care expenditure consumes a significant proportion of the national budget. Accordingly, good management practices should help provide cost-effective care to the community. Nursing is effective in providing primary care to the community. Although the practice dates back to the 19th century, its importance emerged over the previous decade due to changing demographics and the global environment. It complements health care policies through comprehensive nursing assessment, progress monitoring and early intervention. Additionally, it facilitates referrals and social support services such as education to promote independence for those at risk. It combines biophysical, psychological and social knowledge and experiences to develop capabilities in health care delivery. Therefore, the role of public health nursing is evolving from contemporary generalist services to specialized and advanced roles to address changes in demographic, sociological, and cultural factors that affect community health. Principles of Public Health Practice Public health nursing focuses on the entire community. with similar health characteristics. It is therefore a population-based intervention program involving all people at risk. Second, it guides the assessment of community health status through an elaborate process (Truglio-Londrigan and Lewenson 10). For example, the firm develops and prioritizes plans in accordance with research and analysis of risk factors, assets and health status of the community. In addition, the practice also takes into account external determinants of health. Determinants are a series of factors that affect health other than a person's health risk or...... middle of article ......ns on a global scale (New Public Health Nursing 2). In conclusion, the public health nursing profession is an effective tool for providing primary care to the community. The practice had existed since the 19th century; however, its importance has emerged in the 21st century due to changing demographics and the global environment. It complements health care policies with comprehensive nursing assessment, monitoring, and intervention through referrals and social support services such as education to promote autonomy for those at risk. As a result, it is a community intervention program that involves everyone at risk. It guides the assessment of the health status of the community through an elaborate process. For example, the practice develops and prioritizes plans in accordance with research and analysis of health status, such as risk factors and assets within the community..