Program evaluation of a new interprofessional geriatrics curriculum for advanced practice nursing and master of social work learners.
Andrea L PfeifleSusan L GlassburnKathryn I FrankJanet FultonEmilie GarrisonNa BoYan TongDebra K LitzelmanPublished in: Journal of interprofessional care (2023)
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.
Keyphrases
- quality improvement
- patient safety
- healthcare
- mental health
- primary care
- physical activity
- social support
- depressive symptoms
- public health
- adipose tissue
- palliative care
- type diabetes
- risk assessment
- chronic pain
- medical students
- nursing students
- heavy metals
- adverse drug
- weight loss
- health insurance
- electronic health record
- drug induced
- municipal solid waste