Program evaluation of a new interprofessional geriatrics curriculum for advanced practice nursing and master of social work learners

The Indiana Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) implemented a new longitudinal geriatrics curriculum for advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) and master of social work (MSW) learners to prepare them for interprofessional collaborative practice in the care of older adults. This paper...

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Published in:Journal of interprofessional care 2023-09, Vol.37 (5), p.743-753
Main Authors: Pfeifle, Andrea, Glassburn, Susan, Frank, Kathryn, Fulton, Janet S., Garrison, Emilie, Bo, Na, Tong, Yan, Litzelman, Debra
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Advanced practice nurses
Advanced Practice Nursing - education
Aged
Behavior change
Behavior modification
Curricula
Curriculum
Geriatrics
Geriatrics - education
Graduate students
Humans
Interdisciplinary aspects
Interprofessional curriculum
Interprofessional Relations
Nurses
Older people
Professional practice
Program Evaluation
Social Work
Teams
Workforce
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Summary:The Indiana Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) implemented a new longitudinal geriatrics curriculum for advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) and master of social work (MSW) learners to prepare them for interprofessional collaborative practice in the care of older adults. This paper reports program outcomes of a novel longitudinal interprofessional geriatrics curriculum involving immersive learning for these learners. Outcomes are described in terms of learner reaction, modification of attitudes/perceptions, acquisition of knowledge/skills, behavior change, impact on the organization, and impact on the patient or client using the Freeth/Kirkpatrick evaluation model. Program participation influenced graduates' knowledge of and their perceived ability to participate in team care and job selection in geriatric-focused positions.
ISSN:1356-1820
1469-9567
DOI:10.1080/13561820.2022.2158182