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1College of Nursing, New York University, New York, USA.
Geriatric Nursing (New York, N.Y.)
|February 13, 2007
Summary
Registered nurses conduct autonomous admission assessments for nursing home residents, predicting well-being and illness exacerbation. This review covers standards for assisted living nursing practice and the role of licensed practical nurses.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Nursing
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Admission assessment in nursing homes is typically performed by a registered nurse (RN) autonomously.
- Assessments must predict resident well-being trajectory and chronic illness exacerbation, especially for those receiving end-of-life care.
- RNs must evaluate staff competencies and identify training needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review assessment standards of practice for assisted living nursing.
- To support the American Assisted Living Nurses Association's application for specialty nursing recognition.
- To discuss the role of Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses in resident assessment.
Main Methods:
- Review of assessment standards of practice from the American Assisted Living Nurses Association.
- Discussion of the role of Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses in resident assessment.
Main Results:
- The article outlines current assessment standards for assisted living nursing.
- It highlights the need for RNs to predict resident outcomes and assess staff competencies.
- The role of LPNs/LVNs in resident assessment is examined.
Conclusions:
- Standardized assessment practices are crucial for effective nursing home care.
- RNs require comprehensive skills to predict resident trajectories and manage care.
- The scope of practice for LPNs/LVNs in resident assessment warrants further clarification.
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