Introduction

I was invited by Dr. Mathy Mezey to join a Robert Wood Johnson Teaching Nursing Home event at the University of Pennsylvania in 1985, and there I met the visionary Claire Fagin. To meet Claire is to be touched by something electrifying. I was immediately drawn to her charismatic leadership and passion for nursing, something we deeply share. Little could I have imagined at that time that many years later, I would be president of the John A. Hartford Foundation, a foundation dedicated to improving the care of older adults and continuing her good work. I will always treasure my time spent with Claire, professionally and personally, as scholar, mentor, New York City neighbor, and beloved friend.

—Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN

Claire was a wonderful friend, coach, role model, and spitfire in my life. She saw potential in me that I did not see, challenged me to grow, and was always there to guide and support me. She nominated me for the position of founding dean at the UC Davis Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing, chairing our inaugural National Advisory Council—leaving an indelible mark on our future-facing school. I saw her the week before she died and mentioned that Research in Gerontological Nursing had become the official journal of the NHCGNE [National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence]—she was thrilled with this news. Then I told her that I would not be who I am without her, to which she replied in her inimitable way, “Of course you wouldn't.” She will live on in me and in so many others always.

—Heather M. Young, PhD, RN, FAAN, FGSA

Our gerontological nursing community lost a pioneer in early January, with the death of Claire M. Fagin, PhD, RN (Dean, 2024). Her leadership and influence touched the lives of so many people—students, faculty, administrators, health systems, older adults, and their families. Her vision, energy, and advocacy substantially expanded the field of gerontological nursing and launched or accelerated the careers of many of today's leading gerontological nursing researchers.

Dr. Fagin has many accomplishments, including being the first nurse to serve as president of an Ivy League school—University of Pennsylvania in 1994. Our gerontological nursing research community knows her best through her work with The John A. Hartford Foundation. As a consultant to The John A. Hartford Foundation and then the founding national director of the Building Academic Geriatric Nursing Capacity (BAGNC) program, Dr. Fagin's heartfelt impact will long be felt by the legions of nurses and older adults who have thrived due to her guidance. Dr. Fagin led the BAGNC program for 5 years, ensuring its durability and success. The National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence (NHCGNE) later announced awards for “Claire M. Fagin Fellows,” connoting the respect and gratitude felt by our community. Dr. Fagin also played a major role in the advancement of the Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing at New York University, where she served as board chair of the Institute and drew upon her substantial networks to gain the advice and backing of incredibly influential leaders in higher education and the health care industry. Board meetings were an opportunity to garner support and showcase the essential value of excellence in geriatric nursing for the well-being of older adults. Dr. Fagin and Mathy Mezey, EdD, RN, never missed an opportunity to gain an audience or use a platform as a result of these meetings!

Many of our authors benefited from The John A. Hartford Foundation BAGNC program. As founding director, Dr. Fagin established infrastructure to grow a movement across the nation in her 5 years at the helm. She was followed by Patricia Archbold, DNSc, RN, and J. Taylor Harden, PhD, RN, who each served a 5-year term before transitioning the program to the NHCGNE. It is exciting to reflect on the major accomplishments of the BAGNC program, including elevating the visibility and stature of gerontological nursing research. The program established a national network of centers, researchers, and resources to build capacity and generate new ideas (Fagin et al., 2006). More than 300 early career gerontological nurses benefited from a 2-year scholarship program for pre-doctoral students and a 2-year post-doctoral fellowship. These scholars and fellows had the opportunity to learn together and network with other scientists committed to aging research at annual leadership conferences, organized and led by Angela Barron McBride, PhD, RN. The BAGNC program enhanced collaboration across regions nationally and improved the preparation of nurse faculty to teach gerontology and conduct research (Huba et al., 2006). Importantly, the program helped solidify our identity as a generation of researchers dedicated to improving care for older adults. A legacy of this work is the commitment to leadership and mentoring the next generation of nurse scientists, a value that was developed and nurtured as the community of gerontological nurse scientists thrived (Beverly et al., 2006; Maas et al., 2006). The critical mass of researchers, educators, and clinicians who participated in the BAGNC program are well-positioned to influence the future (Isaacs et al., 2019).

As the BAGNC program concluded after 15 years, the gerontological nursing community wanted to continue the momentum and connection. In an important and exciting next phase, leaders paved the way to creating a new entity, the NHCGNE (Beverly & Harden, 2020). Since its transition to a non-profit organization, the NHCGNE has remained committed to fostering and recognizing excellence in gerontological nursing. With approximately 50 member schools and organizations, the NHCGNE serves as a hub for resource-sharing, collaboration, and leadership development within the field. Upholding its mission to lead and advance gerontological nursing excellence, the NHCGNE (2024) introduced the Certificate of Recognition for Excellence as a Distinguished Educator in Gerontological Nursing, aimed at recognizing educators who have made significant contributions to the field. Moreover, the NHCGNE's international reach is facilitated through the International Research Interest Group, which acts as a conduit for connecting gerontological nurses and research around the world, enabling collaborative efforts to evaluate and disseminate research of global significance. The NHCGNE remains dedicated to advocating for policies that strengthen and support the gerontological workforce. As an active member of the Nursing Community Coalition, the NHCGNE actively participates in influencing policy and legislation in Washington, D.C., alongside other esteemed organizations. Finally, the NHCGNE has facilitated access to educational courses aimed at enhancing clinical and leadership skills in gerontological nursing by collaborating with online platforms, thereby making valuable resources accessible to gerontological nurses.

It is fitting that as we remember Dr. Fagin, we announce an exciting new affiliation for Research in Gerontological Nursing (RGN) as the official journal of the NHCGNE. This partnership brings benefits to members of the NHCGNE and amplifies the voice of gerontological nursing research. We look forward to the contributions that NHCGNE members will make to RGN.

In closing, Dr. Fagin touched many lives and careers through her vision, leadership, mentorship, and activism. In her autobiographical reflection, Dr. Fagin stated that there were four constants that influenced her work across her life: (1) believing in democratic participation and shared decision-making; (2) having empathy and seeing issues from another person's perspective; (3) enjoying peer relationships and relishing being with people smarter or better to learn from them; and (4) being an activist fighting against unfairness (Schorr & Zimmerman, 1988). We leave you with these vital lessons as you pursue your important work in gerontological nursing research. Consider how you can be more inclusive, appreciate the perspectives of others, cultivate meaningful professional relationships, and advocate for the changes you want to see in our world. Together, we can honor Dr. Fagin's legacy by improving the lives of older adults and their families.

Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN

President, The John A. Hartford Foundation

New York, New York

Glenna S. Brewster Glasgow, PhD, RN, FNP-BC

Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing

National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence

Outreach and Community Engagement, St. Vincent and the

Grenadines Association of Georgia

Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia

Heather M. Young, PhD, RN, FAAN, FGSA

Editor, RGN

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中文翻译：

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纪念克莱尔·M·费金

介绍

1985 年，我受 Mathy Mezey 博士邀请参加宾夕法尼亚大学 Robert Wood Johnson 教学疗养院举办的活动，在那里我遇到了富有远见的克莱尔·费金 (Claire Fagin)。遇见克莱尔就会被某种令人振奋的东西所感动。我立即被她富有魅力的领导才能和对护理的热情所吸引，这是我们深深分享的。当时我几乎没有想到，多年后，我会成为约翰·A·哈特福德基金会的主席，该基金会致力于改善老年人的护理并继续她的良好工作。作为学者、导师、纽约邻居和挚友，我将永远珍惜与克莱尔一起度过的专业和个人时光。

—Terry Fulmer，博士、注册护士、FAAN

克莱尔是我生命中一位很棒的朋友、教练、榜样和喷火者。她看到了我看不到的潜力，挑战我成长，并总是在那里指导和支持我。她提名我担任加州大学戴维斯分校贝蒂·艾琳·摩尔护理学院的创始院长，并担任我们首届国家咨询委员会的主席，这为我们面向未来的学校留下了不可磨灭的印记。在她去世前一周，我见到了她，并提到《老年护理研究》已成为 NHCGNE（哈特福德国家老年护理卓越中心）的官方期刊——她对这个消息感到非常兴奋。然后我告诉她，如果没有她，我就不会成为现在的我，她以她独特的方式回答说：“你当然不会。”她将永远活在我和许多其他人的心中。

—Heather M. Young，博士、注册护士、FAAN、FGSA

随着 Claire M. Fagin 博士、注册护士的去世（院长，2024 年），我们的老年护理界在一月初失去了一位先驱。她的领导力和影响力影响了许多人的生活——学生、教师、管理人员、卫生系统、老年人及其家人。她的远见、精力和倡导极大地扩展了老年学护理领域，并启动或加速了当今许多领先的老年学护理研究人员的职业生涯。

Fagin 博士取得了许多成就，包括 1994 年成为第一位担任常春藤盟校宾夕法尼亚大学校长的护士。我们的老年护理研究界通过她与约翰·A·哈特福德基金会的合作最了解她。作为约翰·A·哈特福德基金会的顾问，以及老年护理学术能力建设 (BAGNC) 项目的创始国家主任，费金博士的衷心影响将长期被众多护士和老年人所感受到，他们因以下原因而蓬勃发展：她的指导。 Fagin 博士领导了 BAGNC 项目 5 年，确保了其持久性和成功。国家哈特福德老年护理卓越中心 (NHCGNE) 随后宣布为“克莱尔·费金研究员”颁奖，以表达我们社区的尊重和感激之情。费金博士还在纽约大学哈特福德老年护理研究所的发展中发挥了重要作用，她担任该研究所的董事会主席，并利用她庞大的网络来获得高等教育界极具影响力的领导人的建议和支持。教育和医疗保健行业。董事会会议是获得支持和展示卓越老年护理对老年人福祉的基本价值的机会。 Fagin 博士和 Mathy Mezey（教育博士、注册护士）从未错过通过这些会议获得观众或使用平台的机会！

我们的许多作者都受益于约翰·哈特福德基金会 BAGNC 计划。作为创始董事，费金博士在掌舵的 5 年里建立了基础设施，以在全国范围内开展一项运动。紧随其后的是 Patricia Archbold（DNSc、RN）和 J. Taylor Harden（博士、RN），他们在将该项目转移到 NHCGNE 之前均任职了 5 年。回顾 BAGNC 项目的主要成就是令人兴奋的，包括提高老年护理研究的知名度和地位。该计划建立了一个由中心、研究人员和资源组成的全国网络，以建设能力并产生新想法（Fagin 等，2006）。超过 300 名早期职业老年护士受益于为期 2 年的博士前奖学金计划和 2 年的博士后奖学金。这些学者和研究员有机会在安吉拉·巴伦·麦克布莱德博士、注册护士组织和领导的年度领导力会议上与其他致力于衰老研究的科学家一起学习和建立联系。 BAGNC 计划加强了全国各地区的合作，并改善了护士教师教授老年学和开展研究的准备（Huba 等，2006）。重要的是，该计划帮助巩固了我们作为致力于改善老年人护理的一代研究人员的身份。这项工作的遗产是致力于领导和指导下一代护士科学家，这一价值观是随着老年学护士科学家社区的蓬勃发展而发展和培育的（Beverly 等人，2006 年；Maas 等人，2006 年）。参与 BAGNC 计划的大量研究人员、教育工作者和临床医生有能力影响未来（Isaacs 等，2019）。

随着 BAGNC 项目在 15 年后结束，老年护理界希望继续保持这种势头和联系。在重要且令人兴奋的下一阶段，领导者为创建新实体 NHCGNE 铺平了道路（Beverly & Harden，2020）。自转型为非营利组织以来，NHCGNE 始终致力于培养和认可老年护理领域的卓越表现。 NHCGNE 拥有约 50 所成员学校和组织，是该领域内资源共享、协作和领导力发展的中心。秉承引领和推进老年学护理卓越的使命，NHCGNE (2024) 推出了老年学护理杰出教育工作者卓越认可证书，旨在表彰对该领域做出重大贡献的教育工作者。此外，NHCGNE 的国际影响力通过国际研究兴趣小组得到促进，该小组作为连接世界各地老年学护士和研究的渠道，促进合作评估和传播具有全球意义的研究。 NHCGNE 仍然致力于倡导加强和支持老年劳动力的政策。作为护理社区联盟的积极成员，NHCGNE 与其他受人尊敬的组织一起积极参与影响华盛顿特区的政策和立法。最后，NHCGNE 通过与在线平台合作，促进了旨在提高老年护理临床和领导技能的教育课程的获取，从而为老年护士提供了宝贵的资源。

当我们缅怀费金博士时，我们宣布成立一个令人兴奋的新附属机构——老年护理研究( RGN )，作为 NHCGNE 的官方期刊。这种伙伴关系给 NHCGNE 的成员带来了好处，并扩大了老年护理研究的声音。我们期待NHCGNE成员为RGN做出贡献。

最后，费金博士通过她的远见、领导力、指导和行动主义影响了许多人的生活和职业。费金博士在自传反思中指出，有四个因素影响了她一生的工作：（1）相信民主参与和共同决策； (2)具有同理心，站在他人的角度看问题； (3) 享受同伴关系，享受与更聪明或更优秀的人在一起并向他们学习； (4) 成为反对不公平的积极分子（Schorr & Zimmerman，1988）。当您从事老年护理研究的重要工作时，我们会给您留下这些重要的教训。考虑如何才能更具包容性，欣赏他人的观点，培养有意义的职业关系，并倡导您希望在我们的世界中看到的变化。我们可以共同改善老年人及其家人的生活，以纪念费金博士的遗产。

特里·富尔默（Terry Fulmer），博士，注册护士，FAAN

约翰·哈特福德基金会主席

纽约，纽约

Glenna S. Brewster 格拉斯哥，博士，注册护士，FNP-BC

内尔·霍奇森·伍德拉夫护理学院

哈特福德国家老年护理卓越中心

外展和社区参与，圣文森特和

格鲁吉亚格林纳丁斯协会

埃默里大学

美国佐治亚州亚特兰大

Heather M. Young，博士，注册护士，FAAN，FGSA

编辑， RGN

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