Table 1 Expert for Person-Centred Care for Older People (EPA) specification

Preconditions:

 ➢ Registered nurse or related profession (occupational therapy, social care)

 ➢ At least a 75% part-time position in the nursing home

Tasks and responsibilities of the EPA:

 ➢ Identifying organisational needs for change within the institution and opportunities for developing specific aspects of care

 ➢ Planning and supporting the implementation of person-centred care in the nursing facility (promotion of person-centred activities and interactions)

 ➢ Initiating discussions with colleagues about person-centred care activities for specific residents

 ➢ Discussion with colleagues about the medication review or contacting the prescribing physician

 ➢ Advice, guidance and support of colleagues as facilitator and mentor, and primary contact person for colleagues, relatives, and physicians