Journal of Gerontological Nursing

Print ISSN: 0098-9134

Online ISSN: 1938-243X

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Geriatric nursing’s most trusted clinical journal for over 40 years

The Journal of Gerontological Nursing is a monthly, peer-reviewed journal publishing clinically relevant original articles on the practice of gerontological nursing across the continuum of care in a variety of health care settings, for more than 40 years. Begin to explore the Journal and all of its great benefits such as::

• Sections including “Geropharmacology,” “Person-Centered Care,” “Public Policy,” and “Technology Innovations”
• Evidence-based practice guidelines published three times per year
• Access to current articles, as well as several years of archived content
• Manuscripts posted online just 2 months after acceptance

Journal Impact Factor
2017 Impact Factor 0.752

Current Issue

March 2019
Volume 45 · Issue 3

Editorial

Free

Using Wisely: A Reminder on How to Properly Use the American Geriatrics Society Beers Criteria®

Michael A. Steinman, MD; Donna M. Fick, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN

Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 2019;45(3):3-6 https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20190211-01

Public Policy

Are We Ready for the CARE Act?: Family Caregiving Education for Health Care Providers

Lisa M. Badovinac, MAEd; Lori Nicolaysen, MEd; Theresa A. Harvath, PhD, RN, FAAN, FGSA

Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 2019;45(3):7-11 https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20190211-02

Research Brief

Feasibility of an Integrative Activity Program for Older Adults With Low Education and Mild Dementia

Sunghee Hong Tak, PhD, MPH, RN; Ji-yeon Kim, MSN, RN; Hana Ko, PhD, GNP, RN; Yeung Min Yoo, RN

Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 2019;45(3):13-20 https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20190124-01

Feature Article

Partnership to Enhance Resident Outcomes for Community Living Center Residents With Dementia: Description of the Protocol and Preliminary Findings

Joan Carpenter, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN; Susan C. Miller, PhD; Ann M. Kolanowski, PhD, RN, FAAN; Michele J. Karel, PhD, ABPP; Vyjeyanthi S. Periyakoil, MD; Jill Lowery, PsyD; Cari Levy, MD, PhD; Anne E. Sales, PhD, RN; Mary Ersek, PhD, RN

Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 2019;45(3):21-30 https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20190211-03

Hypercholesterolemia Management in Older Adults: A Scoping Review of Recent Evidence

Harleah G. Buck, PhD, RN, FPCN, FAHA, FAAN; Stephen Mcghee, DNP, MSc, PGCE, RNT, RN, VR; Randall L. Polo, JD, MA; Cheryl Zambroski, PhD, RN

Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 2019;45(3):31-42 https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20190211-04

Type 2 Diabetes Self-Management Barriers in Older Adults: An Integrative Review of the Qualitative Literature

Tina Saunders, MSN, RN, CNE, GCNS-BC

Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 2019;45(3):43-54 https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20190211-05

AGS Update

Leadership in the Clinic, Classroom, and on the Hill: AGS Making Public Policy Strides for 2019

Laurie G. Jacobs, MD, AGSF

Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 2019;45(3):55-56 https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20190211-06