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Implementing a gerontological nursing competencies programme in aged care: Participant experiences
Victoria Traynor1, Nicole Britten1, Diane Gibson2
1University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.
International Nursing Review
|July 30, 2024
Summary
Registered nurses in aged care gained confidence and competence through a Gerontological Nursing Competencies program with mentoring. This initiative supports nurse development and improves aged-care quality.
Area of Science:
- Gerontological nursing
- Nursing education
- Healthcare workforce development
Background:
- The global population is aging, increasing the demand for a skilled aged-care nursing workforce.
- There is a need to investigate educational and mentorship opportunities for aged-care nurses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore registered nurses' and mentors' experiences with implementing Gerontological Nursing Competencies in long-term aged care.
- To assess the program's effectiveness and suitability for supporting nurse development.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative evaluation using semi-structured focus groups.
- Involved five not-for-profit long-term aged-care organizations.
- Analysis using a reflexive qualitative thematic approach, adhering to COREQ criteria.
Main Results:
- 21 nurses (7 mentors, 14 mentees) participated.
- Nurses reported increased confidence and competence.
- Mentoring activities and approaches were crucial for success.
- The program elevated gerontology as a recognized nursing specialty.
- Identified barriers, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
Conclusions:
- The Gerontological Nursing Competency model, integrating adaptive mentoring and reflective practice, enhanced nurse confidence and competence.
- The competencies are effective for gerontological nurse development.
- Program expansion can aid aged-care reform, specialty recognition, recruitment, retention, and quality improvement.
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