NICHE GRN / GPCA Champion Agreement

Department of Nursing – NICHE GRN / GPCA Champion Committee
NICHE GRN/GPCA Champion Agreement

The Geriatric Resource Nurse (GRN) has increased knowledge and skills in care for the geriatric patient. The GRN serves as a clinical resource on geriatric issues to staff on their unit and practices in the role dimensions of: patient care, peer consultant, educator, and change agent.

Qualifications to be a GRN / GPCA Champion:

1. Minimum one year of employment at UCLA Health
2. Current employment status of 50% or more
3. Demonstrate interest and commitment to providing excellence in geriatric nursing care
4. Support by the UD and CNS/Educator that the staff meets qualifications

Expectations of the GRN / GPCA Champion:

1. Completion of the online GRN / GPCA training program
2. Attend quarterly NICHE champion committee meetings
3. Schedule yourself for the meeting and include in note timesheet
4. Serve a clinical resource on geriatric issues to staff on the unit
5. Participate in unit quality improvement projects
6. Disseminate information to unit leadership and staff