Training model and practical effect of nurse specialist in geriatrics in Guangdong Province / 现代临床护理

ABSTRACT

Objective To explore the training model of nurse specialists in geriatric and study its practical effect. Methods Forty-two nurse specialist participating in the training courses in geriatrics were enrolled in the study. The training was divided into 2 stages the first one was for 1 month theoretical study together with 2 months clinical practice; the second was for 9 months clinical research on a specific topic. The examinations were done both at the two stages. They were interviewed on their views on theoretical study and internship at the end of first stage. Results The degree of satisfaction with the theoretical course was 91.6%, and the satisfaction degree of internship was 92.9%. The average scores at the end of the final examination and graduation examination were more than 85 points. Toally they were funded with 4 muncipal scientific research programs and 3 municipal patents, and published 9 academic papers. Conclusions The standardized training model is accessible for the nursing because of the training content and form. This model is feasible and effective, and it is worth applying and popularizing in the training of nurse specialist in the future.