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Instruments for assessing geriatric nursing competence among nursing personnel: protocol for a COSMIN-based
Huiqiong Chen1,2, Xiuwen Chen1, Lu Lin3
1Teaching and Research Section of Clinical Nursing, Xiangya Hospital Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
BMJ Open
|August 5, 2026
Summary
This systematic review will evaluate instruments measuring geriatric nursing competence (GNC) in nursing personnel. It aims to assess the measurement properties of existing tools to improve care quality for older adults.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Quality
Background:
- Global population aging presents complex care needs for older adults, challenging healthcare systems.
- Geriatric nursing competence (GNC) is crucial for quality care, patient outcomes, and quality of life in older individuals.
- Accurate GNC assessment is vital for nursing education, workforce development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and evaluate the measurement properties of instruments designed to assess geriatric nursing competence (GNC).
- To identify reliable and valid tools for assessing GNC among nursing personnel.
- To inform the development and selection of appropriate assessment instruments in nursing education and practice.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review protocol adhering to PRISMA-P 2015 guidelines.
- Comprehensive literature search across seven English and two Chinese databases (October-December 2026).
- Independent study selection, data extraction, and quality appraisal by two reviewers, with disagreements resolved by a third reviewer.
- Evaluation of measurement properties using the COSMIN methodology.
Main Results:
- This section will present the findings of the systematic review once data collection and analysis are complete.
- Results will detail the identified instruments for GNC assessment and their evaluated measurement properties.
Conclusions:
- The review will provide a comprehensive evaluation of GNC assessment instruments, highlighting their strengths and limitations.
- Findings will guide the selection of validated instruments to enhance geriatric nursing education and practice.
- This work aims to contribute to improving the quality of care for the growing older adult population.
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