GAPNA Members and healthcare professionals caring for older adults are welcome to register for GAPNA's Virtual Journal Club. The primary objective of the Virtual Journal Club is to foster deeper connections within our community, promote collaboration, and advance our understanding of the latest developments in gerontological nursing.

The primary objective of Virtual Journal Club is to foster deeper connections within our community, promote collaboration, and advance our understanding of the latest developments in gerontological nursing.

Here's what you can expect from our Virtual Journal Club:

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Selection of Articles:

The Research Committee will choose article of interest from recent publications in our field.

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Discussion Format:

Our Virtual Journal Club meetings will be structured to facilitate dynamic exchanges of ideas. Each session will include a critique of the article followed by an opportunity for discussion. Select articles may include a Q&A with the author in order to gain valuable insights and explore potential applications of their findings.

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The Goals:

The Virtual Journal Club will not only enrich our understanding of current practice and research, but will also strengthen our connections within the nursing community. It presents an excellent opportunity for networking, learning, and advancing our collective knowledge.  By directly involving authors in our discussions, we aim to gain valuable insights and explore potential applications of their findings.

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Nursing Continuing Education Development Contact Hours:

Individuals who participate in the meeting will be eligible to receive NCPD contact hours.  Members in attendance will receive a code to access the contact hour evaluation at no cost. Non-members will have the option to purchase contact hours.