Suzanne Purvis
DNP, APRN, GCNS-BC, FCNS
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Our Goal
To utilize experts in health & aging to assist people, businesses, and communities in applying the science of aging to maintain health and prevent physical decline
about us
20+ years helping large healthcare systems improve care for older adults provided the impetus for Confidence in Aging.
The primary mission is to help individuals and businesses understand and manage aging and the changes that come with it. Suzanne Purvis has a doctorate in nursing along with certification as a Geriatric Clinical Nurse Specialist. She has won awards in clinical excellence and heathcare education, and is published on a variety of healthcare topics. She is passionate about improving everyone’s knowledge of aging!
Services:
Education & Consultation
Education
A. A Journey Through Aging: A 4 part educational series on aging:
1. Basic Concepts, History, Ageism
2. Aging Changes/Case Studies
3. Cognition
4. Interventions & Assessment Tools
B. Critical Geriatric Concepts for Graduate-level Nursing Students*
*includes 8 hours lecture, reference lists, and handouts
C. For older adults, families, & communities: What Everyone Needs to Know About Aging & Health
Contact: Suzanne@confidencein aging.com
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Consultation
1. Staff & Employee education on Ageism Theory, Prevention.
2. Education for nursing staff on Geriatric Best Practices, including assessment, high risk medications for older adults, identifying delirium, managing behaviors.
3.Safety Protocols for older adults at risk for falls, delirium.