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Gerontological nurse practitioners: implications for the future.

May Futrell1, Karen Devereaux Melillo

  • 1Department of Nursing, School of Health and Environment, University of Massachusetts Lowell, 01854-5126, USA.

Journal of Gerontological Nursing
|April 21, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Advanced practice nurses require training focused on patient needs, not just location. Gerontological nursing faces enrollment challenges, necessitating proactive education across all nursing specialties to meet the demands of an aging population.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontological Nursing
  • Advanced Practice Nursing
  • Healthcare Education

Background:

  • The critical role of gerontological nursing in the 21st century is hindered by persistent obstacles.
  • A significant challenge is the declining number of nursing graduates selecting gerontological nursing as a specialty.
  • The healthcare needs of a rapidly growing elderly population require immediate attention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To advocate for a shift in advanced practice nurse preparation, emphasizing a person-centered approach over a place-centered one.
  • To address the critical need for increased gerontological nursing expertise within the broader nursing field.
  • To propose strategies for integrating gerontological nursing education across various specialties.

Main Methods:

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  • Discussion and synthesis of existing challenges in gerontological nursing education.
  • Analysis of the implications of decreased enrollment in gerontological nursing programs.
  • Proposal of an active, cross-specialty educational strategy.

    • Main Results:

    • Current educational models for advanced practice nurses may not adequately prepare them for the complexities of geriatric care.
    • The declining interest in gerontological nursing poses a significant risk to addressing the healthcare needs of older adults.
    • A proactive approach involving "infiltrating and teaching gerontological nursing in other specialties" is essential.

    Conclusions:

    • Advanced practice nurse education must prioritize holistic, person-centered care for the elderly.
    • Immediate and innovative strategies are required to bolster the gerontological nursing workforce.
    • Integrating gerontological nursing content across all nursing specialties is a viable solution to meet future healthcare demands.