Registered Nurse Healthcare Taxonomy Code 163WG0600X
HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Gerontology Registered Nurses.
As of today, the following are the total number of Gerontology Registered Nurses nationally, in your state, and near your location.
Medicare
The following are the total number of Gerontology Registered Nurses who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
Select the State name above or from the HealthProviders DB App filter panel to show the list of Gerontology Registered Nurses by State. In addition, you can also narrow the list by City and more from the filter panel.
You can download the Gerontology Registered Nurses dataset using HealthProviders DB Export.
What do Gerontology Registered Nurses do?
Gerontology Registered Nurses (RNs), also called geriatric nurses, specialize in providing holistic, age-specific care to older adults, managing their complex health needs, promoting healthy aging, and advocating for their quality of life.
They perform tasks such as assessing conditions, managing medications, providing pain relief, creating care plans, educating patients and families, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
These nurses work in various settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home care.
What they do
Holistic Care: They address the physical, mental, and social needs of older adults, viewing them as unique individuals with specific needs related to the aging process.
Preventative Care: They focus on preventing illnesses and maintaining the highest possible quality of life through screenings, checkups, and lifestyle education.
Chronic Disease Management: They manage common age-related conditions, including heart disease, dementia, mobility issues, and sensory impairments.
Patient and Family Education: They educate patients and their families about the aging process, treatment options for chronic conditions, and preventive measures to enhance health.
Advocacy: They serve as patient advocates, ensuring dignified and respectful treatment and helping them navigate the healthcare system.
Medication and Pain Management: They administer medications and implement strategies to manage pain effectively.
Rehabilitation and Daily Living: They may assist with rehabilitation after injuries and help with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Collaboration: They work closely with physicians, other nurses, and various healthcare teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Recognizing Elder Abuse: They are trained to recognize signs of elder abuse and neglect, taking appropriate action.
Environment
Gerontological RNs work in a wide range of settings that cater to the needs of older adults, including:
- Government facilities and educational services
- Hospitals (geriatric units)
- Nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities
- Continuing care and assisted living communities
- Hospice care
- Physicians’ offices and outpatient care centers
- Private practices and home care