Enhancing geriatric nursing competencies for RNs in nursing homes.

Res Gerontol Nurs

Center for Practice Excellence, Rhode Island Hospital, 593 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA.

Published: July 2008

The purpose of this review was to determine the best method to deliver education that strengthens geriatric nursing competencies in RNs working in nursing homes to achieve excellent outcomes for a complex population. On the basis of the evidence reviewed, recommendations are made related to the kind of learning activities, structure of educational sessions, and instructor qualifications and consultation activities.

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