Assignment Objective: Identify the nursing role and key elements of Gerontological Nursing Practice
Purpose: Expand knowledge of Gerontological Nursing Practice with enhanced application to clinical practice.
Process: Consider you are a Certified Gerontology Registered Nurse, asked to develop a presentation for graduate registered nurses interested in completing the ANCC Gerontological Nursing board certification examination. Research and develop your professional and personal thoughts on Best Gerontology Practice. Write a narrative describing your presentation proposal, including the following key topics listed below.
Support your narrative with the current literature. 3-4 pages, 3 references minimum, references should not be older than 5 years.
Include the following topics
Desсrіption of Gerontology Nursing and Gerontology practice settings
Gerontology Nursing Roles, including significance of and application of each role – (refer to Chapter 6 for list of 5 nursing roles)
General goals of the Gerontology Nurse
Daily Gerontology client needs: physiological, psychological, emotional and spiritual
Legal aspects of Gerontology Nursing, including ways to minimize/reduce risk (refer to Chapter 8)
Protection of Gerontology patients rights. Include a discussion on Long Term Ombudsman Program
Favorite Element of being a Gerontology Nurse and Favorite Professional Resources (minimum of 3)
The Future of Gerontology Nursing