Herb Pharmacology for Nurses

Evidence-Based Herbal Medicine Training for Holistic Nursing Practice

Herbal medicine is one of the fastest growing areas in healthcare today. Nearly half of patients use herbs or dietary supplements, yet many do not share this information with their healthcare providers. As nurses—the most trusted professionals in healthcare—we are on the frontlines of patient safety. That’s why understanding herbal pharmacology is no longer optional: it is essential.

The Herbal Pharmacology for Nurses course is designed to give you confidence, clarity, and competence in integrating herbs safely and effectively into holistic nursing practice. This program provides education while equipping you with the skills to guide patients, prevent adverse reactions, and support therapeutic outcomes.

What You’ll Learn

This course covers the foundations of herbal safety and the practical application of herbs in nursing care. Through evidence-based training and case study applications, you will:

• Understand rising trends in healthcare and the increased use of herbal and natural supplements.

• Explore the most commonly used herbs and supplements by organ system, including cardiovascular, digestive, nervous, endocrine, and immune support.

• Learn key concepts in herbal pharmacology—absorption, metabolism, dosing, and clinical application.

• Identify potential medication-herb interactions and safety concerns to protect patient health.

• Use the Herbal Safety Flowchart to establish patient use, assess safety and symptoms, document, and integrate herbs using the nursing process.

• Recognize the functional and integrative use of herbal supplements in addressing root causes, not just symptoms.

• Understand professional and ethical considerations for nurses when incorporating herbal medicine into practice.

Course Syllabus

1. Introduction to Herbal Pharmacology and Holistic Nursing

   • Why herbal safety matters in modern healthcare

   • Nurses as leaders in patient education and safety

2. Most Commonly Used Herbs and Organ Systems

   • Cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, immune, and nervous system support

   • Evidence-based indications and contraindications

3. Pharmacology of Herbs

   • Absorption, metabolism, and elimination

   • Dosing, preparation forms, and therapeutic ranges

4. Medication and Herbal Interactions

   • High-risk combinations to avoid

   • Identifying red flags and safety concerns

5. The Herbal Safety Flowchart

   • Establishing patient use

   • Assessing for safety and symptoms

   • Documentation and nursing process application

6. Functional and Integrative Applications

   • Using herbs to address root causes

   • Case studies for holistic patient care

7. Professional Practice, Ethics and the Nursing Process

   • Legal considerations and scope of practice

   • Educating patients with evidence-based recommendations

Why This Course Matters for Holistic Nurses

• Protect patient safety: Herbal supplements are powerful, and without proper guidance patients may experience interactions or side effects.

• Build confidence in practice: Gain the knowledge to answer patient questions with clarity and evidence.

• Expand your holistic toolkit: Add herbal medicine understanding to your skills as a nurse, nurse coach, or integrative practitioner.

• Lead in integrative healthcare: Patients trust nurses first—be prepared to guide them with reliable knowledge.

Who This Course Is For

• Holistic Nurses who want to integrate herbs into safe, evidence-based care.

• Nurse Coaches supporting clients with functional and integrative approaches.

• Nursing Students or RNs seeking continuing education in holistic practice.

• Advanced Practice Nurses wanting to expand their integrative health knowledge.

Benefits of Enrolling

• Learn at your own pace with flexible online modules.

• Gain practical tools like the Herbal Safety Flowchart & Supplement Safety Checklist to use in real practice.

• Enhance yourprofessional development.

• Join a supportive community of nurses committed to integrative health.

Take the Next Step

Herbal medicine is here to stay, and as a nurse, you play a critical role in ensuring patients use herbs safely and effectively. Don’t let gaps in knowledge hold you back.

Enroll today in Herbal Pharmacology for Nurses and gain the skills to confidently integrate herbal medicine into holistic nursing care