Challenges associated with implementing an education program in a residential aged care setting

Abstract

Abstract

Recommendations for staff education and training for older people with mental illness in long-term aged care

“…Given the challenges of recruitment and retention in long-term care (Edwards et al, 2003), this study offers promise as a strategy to enhance not only staff learning but also sustainability by building a critical mass of trained staff through the use of a PRP. Furthermore, such a program appears to be cost effective, although an economic evaluation would help to ensure this, and it offers the opportunity to improve resident care and to reduce behavioral disturbance.…”

Caring for older people with dementia in residential care: nursing students’ experiences

“…In general students on clinical placements experience a relative absence of supervision for significant periods of the time (Twinn & Davies 1996, Green & Holloway 1997 while in Australia supervision during elder care placements is impacted by the declining number of Registered Nurses (RNs) being employed in the sector (AIHW 2003), their diminished role in the provision of direct care to residents, and a concurrent increase in care provision by personal care assistants (PCAs), who are unregulated and have limited training (Hogan 2004). Not surprisingly, there are concerns that these changes not only work to devalue both residents and the process of care provision, but also undermine the quality of care which the residents receive (Edwards et al 2003). Given the association between a high standard of clinical supervision by RNs and students having a positive experience during clinical placements, the changes also potentially compromise the quality of students' clinical placement experience (Happell 2002, p. 535).…”

Exploring the facets of continence care: a continence survey of care homes for older people in Birmingham

“…This often leaves carers feeling stressed, frustrated and discouraged that they cannot provide the appropriate care (Nazarko 1997). Edwards et al. (2003) also note that for training to be successful nursing staff had to perceive the need for education, be willing to change as well as receive support and engage in collaboration.…”

“…This often leaves carers feeling stressed, frustrated and discouraged that they cannot provide the appropriate care (Nazarko 1997). Edwards et al (2003) also note that for training to be successful nursing staff had to perceive the need for education, be willing to change as well as receive support and engage in collaboration. Through gaining appropriate knowledge and identifying the skills of other supporting services care staff and nurses can maximize their own potential (Ford & Waddington 2004).…”