This document discusses the role of community mental health nurses. It provides context on the history of deinstitutionalization and principles of community mental health care. The roles of community mental health nurses include assessment, planning, linking clients to services, monitoring, advocacy, and evaluation. Nurses aim to establish therapeutic relationships with clients and work as part of a multidisciplinary team. The presentation also covers models of community mental health care, such as recovery, strengths, and psychosocial rehabilitation approaches.