Germany is undergoing far-reaching demographic change.In light of demographic change, the demand for skilled geriatric nurses is rapidly increasing.As a consequence, hospitals, nursing homes and other care providers are finding it harder and harder to recruit and retain skilled nursing professionals.Depending on their specialisation and qualifications, some nursing professionals may also be responsible for documenting and evaluating care procedures, following doctors' orders and assisting doctors in their work.Working in nursing Nurses and geriatric nurses are responsible for monitoring, providing advice to and caring for patients, whether in hospitals, care homes or at the patients' own homes.