Inservice education needs in geronotological nursing

This study in the field of gerontological nursing, identified perceived geronotological learning needs of RNs employed in long term care (LTC) facilities in Alberta to obtain a data base upon which the planning and development of inservice education in gerontological nursing could be based. Several conclusions were reached. Many highly perceived gerontological learning needs exist among RNs working in LTC in Alberta. Perceived learning needs remained high throughout the stages of resident flow. Priorities for program development in gerontological nursing were established. Although inservice education attendance over the previous two years was low, programs that address these needs should be available on a regular basis. Time to attend inservice programming is a problem that needs to be addressed. This study has provided useful information upon which inservice programming in gerontological nursing in LTC may be based.