The influence of nursing education and sociodemographic variables on gerontogeriatric competencies among newly graduated nurses

Key Points

• Newly graduated nurses demonstrate varying levels of gerontogeriatric competencies, influenced by education and sociodemographic variables.
• Significant differences exist in competency levels based on education types, with hands-on training showing greater impact.
• This observational analysis utilized competency assessments across multiple nursing programs to identify impact factors.
• Findings suggest that enhancing nursing education could lead to improved care for older adults; further intervention studies are warranted.