title: Great strides for gero nurses.
abstract: Many important initiatives reveal the hard work and dedication of nurse leaders and clinicians who advocate on behalf of older adults, their caregiver families, and the nursing staff who care for them. 2004 has been a good year. We look forward to 2005.
authors.forename: Marilyn M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Pattillo
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002321:Career Choice; D002568:Certification / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007857:Leadership; D024802:Nurse's Role; D017009:Professional Autonomy