Tips for Entry
Read the Journal of Gerontological Nursing (http://www.healio.com/nursing/journals/jgn) and Geriatric Nursing (https://www.gapna.org/publications/official-journal-gapna) to learn more about the field.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings: https://www.gapna.org/career and https://careers.healio.com.
Join the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA) and other organizations to access training and networking resources, industry publications, and employment opportunities.
Attend the GAPNA’s annual conference to network and take continuing education classes and workshops.
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