Introduction The short hospital stay following enterostomy placement limits nursing contact and complicates preparation for altered life situation. In the early postoperative phase, patients report reduced quality of life, marked by bodily estrangement, and lack of self-care knowledge. Person-centred nursing is a promising approach to address these challenges, yet implementation concepts are lacking. This study aims to develop practical nursing approaches for person-centred care of individuals with newly placed enterostomies, based on person-reported experiences. Methodology Guided by scoping-review methodology, literature was systematically searched in Cochrane, CINAHL and PubMed. Included were qualitative studies published between 2015 and 2025, written in German or English. Studies focused on person experiences in the early postoperative phase following enterostomy placement. The analysis was guided by the principles of person-centred care as defined by McCormack, providing a structured lens for synthesis. Results Thirteen qualitative studies were included. Being in relation: Family members offer emotional and practical support, but communication barriers persist. Trusting nurse-patient relationships are hindered by time constraints and lack of continuity. Being in a social world: Stoma-related sounds and odours cause shame and social withdrawal. Lack of peer contact intensifies isolation. Being in place: Home and hospital are perceived as safe spaces, though access to care and resources varies across countries. Being with self: The enterostoma deeply affects body image. Patients report alienation, fear of complications, sleep disturbances, and high care demands. Simultaneously, the stoma is seen as life-saving. Discussion Each dimension reveals burdens and coping resources. Person-centred care requires consistent nurse-patient relationships, outpatient care-centers, early peer-contact, and integration of personal life stories to foster empathetic care. Conclusion Person-centred care for individuals with an enterostomy must begin by seeing the person behind the patient and considering their individual life circumstances. Initial approaches for clinical implementation have been identified, promoting care that supports patient needs.