APRN gerontology certification

Given the increasing number of older Americans who will require health care in the coming years, the role of the gerontological advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is more crucial than ever before. In response, the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA), an organization dedicated to promoting professional development and providing top quality education for advanced practice nurses, is developing a new APRN gerontology certification. “The purpose of the certification is to better identify APRNs who are most qualified and experienced in managing patient care,” according to GAPNA President Katherine Abraham Evans, DNP, FNP-C, GNP-BC, ACHPN, FAANP.
Source: Geriatric Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: GAPNA Section Source Type: research