Online training to become board certified
Gero Nurse Prep is an online training course designed to prepare RNs who care for elders to attain board certification in Gerontological Nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This course equips RNs with a broad array of clinical knowledge, skills and competencies that are tested on the ANCC certification exam and essential for quality gerontological nursing practice and leadership of elder care teams.
Content in the course is mapped to ANCC test outline to ensure success in ANCC certification in Gerontological Nursing.
Gero Nurse Prep Alums have a 96% pass rate on the certification exam.
30 ANCC contact hours by the UNMC CON CiPDI, a Jointly Accredited Provider.
10 online educational modules, complete with content, assigned readings, learning activities, & numerous resources.
Practice test opportunities including a simulated certification exam & test taking strategies & tips.
End of course forum with tips from Gero Nurse Prep Alums who passed the certification exam
User friendly format available 24/7 on any computer with Internet access. Customer support available by phone, email or online
Welcome to superior care for seniors
Why wait?
Watch the video and learn about AHCA/NCAL Gero Nurse Prep course in nutshell. Take the first step and then enroll your registered nurses and invest in your future success today!
Board certified elder care
Gero Nurse Prep prepares RNs to attain board certification in Gerontological Nursing. Board certification is a badge of quality. It signifies the highest standard of clinical and leadership excellence in elder care.
Advanced knowledge and skills
Gero Nurse Prep equips RNs with a broad array of clinical knowledge, skills, and concepts that are essential for quality gerontological nursing practice as tested on the ANCC Certification Exam.
Fewer adverse events
Facilities that employ certified nurses have demonstrated fewer patient complications - such as infections, pressure ulcers, injury from falls, and adverse reaction to medication .
Better care, lower costs
Gero Nurse Prep is a wise investment in the long-term health of your facility. Reap these benefits: better CMS Quality Star ratings, lower RN staff turnover, ongoing dividends related to higher quality of care.
Happier RNs, residents and families
Gero Nurse Prep equips RNs with a broad array of clinical knowledge, skills, and competencies that lead to better quality care and better patient outcomes. Ensuring happier RNs, residents, and families.
Stronger referrals and marketing
Sponsoring RNs in Gero Nurse Prep leads to board certified RNs (RN-BCs) on staff. Referring organizations put more trust in facilities that employ RN-BCs.
Why? What? Who?
Get answers to these questions: Why Gero Nurse Prep? What benefits can Gero Nurse Prep and board certification provide? Who benefits from having a board certified RN on staff?
An Introduction to Gero Nurse Prep
It's all about superior care for seniors. Check out the video to find out more about this special online course created to train RNs for board certification in Gerontological Nursing.
Get a Look at the Course
Find out what the course looks like! Get a glimpse of the online modules, a sample of a few of the interactive learning activities, and special features that you can expect from Gero Nurse Prep.
Those who work most closely with residents are at the core of providing quality care and achieving quality outcomes. Research shows that satisfied and happy staffs provide better quality care and contribute to greater quality of life for the residents in skilled nursing centers. With a more satisfied, well-trained, and committed staff providers see increased retention rates and fewer work-related accidents and injuries, all of which contribute to better overall performance of the center. Gero Nurse Prep can help nurses feel more confident and stabilize turnover. Gero Nurse Prep can help address all four quality initiatives set forth by the AHCA/NCAL, based on CMS quality indicators.
Pathway to Exceptional Board Certified Nursing
Gero Nurse Prep remains steadfast in assisting skilled nursing care centers in continuing to improve the quality of care provided to elders. We strive to promote a culture of quality for the long term and post-acute care sector. The map below displays those locations who have made the commitment to quality and have participated in the Gero Nurse Prep course.
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View allGlad I took the course. Knowing learners have a 96% success rate gave me confidence.
Being more confident in my knowledge base will enable me to practice more confidently.
The main thing the course did was to give me self-confidence in geriatric nursing.
I’m taking back several ideas for improvement and a renewed sense of motivation.
I was extremely pleased with the course itself & how well it prepared me for the ANCC exam.
