Japanese nurse practitioner practice and outcomes in a nursing home

Area of Science:

• Nursing Practice
• Healthcare Management
• Geriatric Care

Background:

• The study details the role development of one of Japan's first nurse practitioners.
• The intervention occurred in a nursing home during a government-sanctioned trial period for nurse practitioner practice.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the practice of a Japanese nurse practitioner.
• To analyze role development and patient outcomes before and after the intervention.

Main Methods:

• Descriptive case study methodology.
• Observation and analysis of nurse practitioner's practice in a nursing home setting.

Main Results:

• Improved daily health status management for all residents.
• Reduced instances of health deterioration requiring ambulance transfer and hospitalization.

Conclusions:

• Collaborative care between the nurse practitioner, physician, and staff enhanced resident well-being.
• The nurse practitioner's meticulous observation and timely interventions were key to positive outcomes.