This course provides undergraduate students with a specialized focus on geriatric care, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on simulation experiences necessary to improve the quality of care for older adults in diverse clinical settings. Students examine the biological, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of aging, with emphasis on wellness, prevention, and healthy aging across the lifespan. Simulation-based learning, case studies, and interprofessional perspectives prepare students to manage complex geriatric needs with confidence and compassion. The course also fosters advocacy by connecting students with community resources and initiatives, encouraging them to champion the health and well-being of older adults in both clinical practice and broader society.
This writing-enriched course develops students’ knowledge and skills to address clinical questions through critical appraisal and synthesis of evidence, culminating in recommendations for nursing practice. Students engage in structured, scaffolded writing assignments designed to strengthen scholarly communication, argumentation, and integration of sources. The course also connects classroom learning with the broader nursing community: students participate in the Sigma Theta Tau–sponsored Research Day, where undergraduate and graduate students present alongside practicing nurses and community members. This experience highlights the role of evidence-based practice across educational and professional settings and emphasizes the importance of contributing to the nursing discipline through dissemination.