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Geriatric Nurse: Expert Insights and Career Guidance

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Because the needs of older patients vary from person to person, geriatric nurse responsibilities cover a broad range of tasks that may go beyond traditional nursing duties. Role specialties include Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Nurse Executive.

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Hospice Nurses Take a Holistic Approach to Dementia Care

Nurse.com

Because dementia is a terminal condition, hospice nurses can help guide interdisciplinary care teams to start the process of advance care planning. The process helps primary care professionals identify a person’s care goals and document and communicate their medical and personal preferences. “If