This research suggests that the NICHE program
is effective at improving geriatric nursing
knowledge, institutional values of geriatric care,
and the use of evidence-based practice in geriatric
care.The reports available support the goals
of NICHE to promote nursing culture. It is important
to look beyond the promotion of nursing culture
when evaluating NICHE. Research needs to
evaluate how the implementation of NICHE affects
patient outcomes, such as functional status,
ADL performance, and overall well-being.