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A plan for staff development in gerontologic nursing.

S J Wyble, L F Hanafin, P A Brugge-Wiger

    Journal of Nursing Staff Development : JNSD
    |November 1, 1990
    PubMed
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    Acute-care nurses may lack gerontologic nursing knowledge despite an aging population. This study details a Veterans Administration Hospital

    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Nursing Education
    • Healthcare Workforce Development

    Background:

    • The global population is aging, increasing demand for elder care.
    • Elderly patients utilize health services more frequently.
    • Acute-care nurses may have insufficient knowledge in gerontologic nursing.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the gerontologic learning needs of nursing staff.
    • To develop a plan to address identified knowledge deficits.
    • To provide recommendations for staff development in gerontologic nursing.

    Main Methods:

    • A needs assessment was conducted at an 800-bed Veterans Administration Hospital.
    • The study focused on identifying specific gerontologic learning requirements for nursing staff.

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  • A strategic plan was formulated based on the needs assessment findings.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified specific gerontologic knowledge gaps among nursing staff.
    • Developed a targeted educational plan to enhance gerontologic nursing competency.
    • The approach aimed to improve the quality of care for elderly patients.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing staff development educators are crucial for addressing gerontologic knowledge deficits.
    • A systematic needs assessment is vital for effective staff training.
    • The reported approach offers a model for other healthcare organizations.