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Area of Science:

Gerontological Nursing
Dementia Care Practice

Background:

The Admiral nurses and Royal College of Nursing Gerontological Nursing Programme competencies project was initiated in August 2000.
This 20-month, part-time project received funding from the Dementia Relief Trust, a charity supporting specialist dementia care nurses.
Admiral nurses provide crucial casework support for community-dwelling individuals with dementia and their caregivers.

Purpose of the Study:

To define and develop core competencies for Admiral nurses.
To promote and enhance best practices in dementia care through consultancy and education.
To support the specialized role of Admiral nurses in various care settings.

Main Methods:

A 20-month part-time project involving the development of nursing competencies.
Collaboration between Admiral nurses and the Royal College of Nursing Gerontological Nursing Programme.
Funding and support provided by the Dementia Relief Trust.

Main Results:

Established a framework for Admiral nurse competencies.
Strengthened the role of Admiral nurses in promoting good dementia care practices.
Supported 12 Admiral nurse services across different care settings.

Conclusions:

The project successfully defined competencies for specialist dementia care nurses (Admiral nurses).
Enhanced the quality of dementia care provided to community-dwelling individuals.
Affirmed the vital role of Admiral nurses in consultancy, teaching, and direct care.