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Gerontological nursing competencies: A scoping review
Kaitlyn Tate1, Seda Guney2, Claudia Lai3
1Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton Clinic Health Academy 11405-87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 1C9, Canada.
Nurse Education Today
|November 21, 2023
Summary
Nurses need better gerontological training. This review found limited global progress in developing entry-level competencies for nursing students, highlighting the need for international collaboration to improve elder care.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Competencies
Background:
- Baccalaureate nursing programs often fail to adequately prepare nurses for elder care.
- Gerontological competencies are proposed to enhance graduating nurses' skills in working with older adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the global status of gerontological entry-to-practice competencies and standards for nurses educated at the baccalaureate level.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive scoping review was conducted using the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) framework and PRISMA-ScR guidelines.
- Extensive literature searches were performed across multiple databases (Medline, EMBASE, CINAHL, Scopus, Cochrane Library) and grey literature sources.
- Inclusion criteria focused on baccalaureate nursing programs, gerontological competencies/standards, and the care of older adults.
Main Results:
- Eight sources were identified, including academic papers and national nursing association documents on gerontological competencies.
- Key competencies emphasize person-centered care, relational and cultural competence, professional values, and elder abuse screening.
- Some progress exists in integrating these competencies into curricula, with studies examining student nurses' competency levels.
Conclusions:
- While there is growing interest and some development of gerontological competencies globally, progress remains insufficient.
- A coordinated international effort is essential for sharing knowledge and expertise to establish unified gerontological competencies.
- Improved international standards are crucial for enhancing the quality of nursing care provided to older adults worldwide.
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