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Effectiveness Of Motivational Interviewing In Improving Medication Adherence In Patients With Severe Mental Illness, Jill Hudson Nov 2025

Effectiveness Of Motivational Interviewing In Improving Medication Adherence In Patients With Severe Mental Illness, Jill Hudson

Nursing Research and EBP Day 2025

No abstract provided.


Improving Emergency Care Through Standardized Post Event Debriefing, Kiersten Ash, Madison Boyce, Katie Dolan, Jessica Mccann, Jessica Morones, Katherine Yaworsky Nov 2025

Improving Emergency Care Through Standardized Post Event Debriefing, Kiersten Ash, Madison Boyce, Katie Dolan, Jessica Mccann, Jessica Morones, Katherine Yaworsky

Nursing Research and EBP Day 2025

No abstract provided.


Bedside Report: The Way To Go?, Taylor Augello, Jenelle Lapiana, Marsha Murphy, Jackie Nocita, Emma Raines, Olivia Spark, Katrina Uy Nov 2025

Bedside Report: The Way To Go?, Taylor Augello, Jenelle Lapiana, Marsha Murphy, Jackie Nocita, Emma Raines, Olivia Spark, Katrina Uy

Nursing Research and EBP Day 2025

No abstract provided.


The Impact Of Structured Education On Medication Adherence/Education In Hypertensive Patients In Emergency Medicine, Marie Alexander, Leah Calcango, Charlessa Christiano, Frank Fullone Nov 2025

The Impact Of Structured Education On Medication Adherence/Education In Hypertensive Patients In Emergency Medicine, Marie Alexander, Leah Calcango, Charlessa Christiano, Frank Fullone

Nursing Research and EBP Day 2025

No abstract provided.


Just Culture In The Operating Room, Jaidin Degraw, Brooke Gisel Nov 2025

Just Culture In The Operating Room, Jaidin Degraw, Brooke Gisel

Nursing Research and EBP Day 2025

No abstract provided.


Development Of An Ambulatory Care Complex Patient Management Process, Rebecca Dellafave, Elizabeth Carreira Nov 2025

Development Of An Ambulatory Care Complex Patient Management Process, Rebecca Dellafave, Elizabeth Carreira

Nursing Research and EBP Day 2025

No abstract provided.


Improving Staff Knowledge And Competency In Saint Louis University Mental Status Dementia Screening, Arteece Noel Crum Nov 2025

Improving Staff Knowledge And Competency In Saint Louis University Mental Status Dementia Screening, Arteece Noel Crum

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Summary Early recognition of cognitive decline is vital to improving outcomes and maintaining patient safety across healthcare settings. The Saint Louis University Mental Status (SLUMS) screening tool assists nurses in detecting early cognitive changes; however, inconsistent administration and interpretation of the screening tool can reduce its effectiveness. A gap in staff knowledge regarding scoring, education-level adjustments, and documentation accuracy was identified at the practice site. To address this gap in practice, I developed and implemented a staff education program focusing on SLUMS administration and evidence-based clinical response to abnormal scores. The practice-focused question guiding this Doctor of Nursing Practice project …


Comparison Of Two Clinical Education Models On Confidence, Resilience, Organizational Commitment, And Stress And Burnout Of New Graduate Registered Nurses, Lenore Reilly Nov 2025

Comparison Of Two Clinical Education Models On Confidence, Resilience, Organizational Commitment, And Stress And Burnout Of New Graduate Registered Nurses, Lenore Reilly

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The transition to independent clinical practice is a stressful experience that may lead many new graduate RNs (NGRNs) to leave their first role within a year. Effective clinical education can help prepare NGRNs for the dynamic environment of the acute care setting. The purposes of this study, guided by Meleis’s transitions theory, were to determine if there was (a) a difference in confidence in NGRNs who experienced a dedicated education unit (DEU) and NGRNs who experienced a traditional clinical education model (TCEM), (b) a difference in resilience in NGRNs who experienced a DEU and NGRNs who experienced a TCEM, (c) …


Enhancing Ptsd Diagnostic Accuracy Among Immigrant Patients Through Staff Education On The Harvard Trauma Questionnaire, Elijah Machogu Mabururu Nov 2025

Enhancing Ptsd Diagnostic Accuracy Among Immigrant Patients Through Staff Education On The Harvard Trauma Questionnaire, Elijah Machogu Mabururu

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This doctor of nursing practice (DNP) project is a staff education initiative addressing the underdiagnoses of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among immigrant patients. The project was developed in response to inconsistent screening practices, lack of standardized tools, and limited provider confidence in assessing PTSD in culturally diverse populations. The purpose is to equip clinical staff with the knowledge and skills to apply the HTQ appropriately and consistently, thereby improving diagnostic accuracy and supporting equitable access to mental healthcare. The practice-focused question guiding this project was: Can an educational intervention using the HTQ improve staff’s ability to identify PTSD symptoms among …


Bridging The Knowledge Gap Of Nursing Staff Understanding Patient Medication Discharge Instructions, Tracy L. Outlaw Nov 2025

Bridging The Knowledge Gap Of Nursing Staff Understanding Patient Medication Discharge Instructions, Tracy L. Outlaw

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The project, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) staff education project, addresses a gap in nursing practice by focusing on the need for comprehensive knowledge and effective communication skills among nursing staff regarding antidepressant discharge instructions. The practice-focused question is as follows: How does a structured educational program on antidepressant pharmacology and communication strategies impact staff knowledge and satisfaction compared to standard discharge practices? The primary purpose of the project is to improve nursing staff knowledge and communication through a systematic, phased approach that aligns with project management principles through the lens of project management theory, thereby increasing and sustaining …


Impact Of Staff Education On Cultural Competency Knowledge And Skills, Okechukwu Cyril Akunwafor Nov 2025

Impact Of Staff Education On Cultural Competency Knowledge And Skills, Okechukwu Cyril Akunwafor

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Summary The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project involved implementing a cultural competency staff education program at an outpatient mental health clinic. The identified practice problem was poor cultural competence practices knowledge among staff, resulting in poor patient engagement and a low patient satisfaction rate. Improving cultural competency in nursing practice was necessary to facilitate therapeutic trust, increase patient treatment adherence, and enhance staff compliance with Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS). The practice-focused question guiding the DNP project was: Does implementing staff education impact their knowledge of cultural competence and confidence in adhering to CLAS? Data were collected through …


Staff Education To Improve Cultural Competence In Mental Health Care, Mariam Farah Nov 2025

Staff Education To Improve Cultural Competence In Mental Health Care, Mariam Farah

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This doctoral project addressed a gap in staff cultural competence at a mental health and addiction services center in the Midwest. I conducted this project to design, implement, and evaluate a staff educational program to improve staff knowledge, cultural awareness, and communication skills. The guiding practice-focused question was: Among staff at the Midwest mental health and addiction services center, how does a structured cultural competence education program compare to current practices in improving staff knowledge of cultural awareness? A 2-day educational session was held to accommodate participation within regular work schedules without interfering with the project site organization’s services. Arrangements …


Enhancing Patient Follow-Up: Creating And Evaluating Clinical Practice Guidelines On Appointment Reminders Using The Agree Ii Tool, Goretti Numfor Nov 2025

Enhancing Patient Follow-Up: Creating And Evaluating Clinical Practice Guidelines On Appointment Reminders Using The Agree Ii Tool, Goretti Numfor

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This report presents the outcomes of a quality improvement (QI) DNP practicum project situated at an outpatient facility. The preparation for the practicum project included a situational assessment to determine feasible changes and an appropriate strategy of change leadership. The target practice problem is missed appointments. Keeping appointments is a defining element of plans for care for medical services that require regular assessments and updates. In psychiatric nursing, reminders dictate schedules for the nurse practitioners because they indicate expected encounters and commitments. At the same time, unplanned changes could demand a change of the appointments or rescheduling. Best practice guidelines …


Bridging The Gap: Improving Medication Communication Through The Teach-Back Method At Discharge, Sangeeta Biju Varghese Nov 2025

Bridging The Gap: Improving Medication Communication Through The Teach-Back Method At Discharge, Sangeeta Biju Varghese

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Patient experience and hospital readmission rates are both key performance indicators in value-based reimbursement, as defined by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Both these indicators have a negative impact not only on patients but also on hospital profitability, and they are closely tied to discharge education. Lack of proper discharge instructions, especially about medication regimen, can result in adverse effects in patients post-discharge, which could have been prevented had they gotten adequate discharge instructions. Research has shown that almost 20% of patients leaving the hospital have an adverse drug event after discharge. Nurses have a key role in …


The Lived Psychosocial Experiences Of Nursing Students Transitioning From In-Person Learning To Virtual Learning: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Lesley I. Gerald-Koram Nov 2025

The Lived Psychosocial Experiences Of Nursing Students Transitioning From In-Person Learning To Virtual Learning: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Lesley I. Gerald-Koram

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to explore and understand the lived psychosocial experiences of nursing students who transitioned from in-person learning to virtual learning at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the northeast region. The study comprised of 15 participants who were enrolled in accredited nursing programs across New York, who experienced the abrupt shift in learning platforms during a global crisis. The abrupt shift significantly affected the emotional, academic, and professional development of the nursing students. This research was rooted in the growing concern of nursing student mental health, academic engagement, and preparation for clinical …


Cv: Christina Jeslis (Nursing), Christina Jeslis Nov 2025

Cv: Christina Jeslis (Nursing), Christina Jeslis

Nursing Department Faculty Curricula Vitae

No abstract provided.


Integrating Psychotherapy And Medication Management In A Primary Care Clinic, Patricia Nkhono Nov 2025

Integrating Psychotherapy And Medication Management In A Primary Care Clinic, Patricia Nkhono

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

A knowledge deficit in integrating supportive psychotherapy with medication management to treat patients’ psychiatric challenges was identified in a primary care clinical setting. I developed a staff education project to close the knowledge gaps of nurses and nurse practitioners related to an evidence-based protocol that incorporated supportive therapy in individualized treatment plans. The project’s aim was to develop, implement, and evaluate the staff education program. The focused project question centered on whether staff education would increase staff knowledge and drive increased supportive therapy orders at admission of patients. Clinical staff registered nurses and nurse practitioners (N = 5) participated in …


Development Of A Clinical Practice Guideline For The Prevention Of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (Cautis) In A Skilled Nursing Facility, Marford Okoye Nov 2025

Development Of A Clinical Practice Guideline For The Prevention Of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (Cautis) In A Skilled Nursing Facility, Marford Okoye

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Abstract (as displayed in your dissertation/thesis): This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project focused on developing a clinical practice guideline (CPG) and accompanying checklist to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) in adult inpatients within a skilled nursing facility. CAUTIs represent the most prevalent healthcare-associated infections in both acute and long-term care environments, contributing to increased patient morbidity, prolonged hospitalization, and elevated healthcare costs. A key issue identified was inconsistent adherence to evidence-based practices related to catheter insertion, maintenance, and timely removal—posing a significant threat to patient safety. The guiding practice question for this project was: Will a clinical practice …


Advancing Palliative Care Competency Through An Evidence-Based Educational Intervention For Healthcare Providers, Lauren Elizabeth Griffin Nov 2025

Advancing Palliative Care Competency Through An Evidence-Based Educational Intervention For Healthcare Providers, Lauren Elizabeth Griffin

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

A major gap in acute care is the delayed initiation of palliative consultations. Although over 58 million people worldwide could benefit, only 14% receive such care. Despite evidence that early involvement improves outcomes, providers often overlook their value, leading to late referrals, typically after repeated hospitalizations or near end-of-life, when hospice may be more appropriate. This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) educational intervention addressed a critical practice-focused question to enhance healthcare providers’ understanding of palliative care improve hospital-based patient outcomes. The intervention aimed to demonstrate a ≥20% knowledge gain from pretest to posttest scores related to distinguishing palliative care from …


Medication Adherence Educational Module For Outpatient Nurses, Catherine Omidiwura Nov 2025

Medication Adherence Educational Module For Outpatient Nurses, Catherine Omidiwura

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Medication nonadherence remains a key deterrent to high-quality care in the outpatient environment, resulting in ineffective disease control, preventable hospitalization, and rising healthcare costs. Nearly half of patients with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and mental disorders, do not take medication as prescribed. Outpatient nurses, who are at the core of mandating compliance, are often not provided with much formalized education to effectively promote compliance. This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project addressed this knowledge gap through the development and implementation of an educational module to enhance nurses’ knowledge about measures for medication adherence. The practice question …


Staff Education: Teaching Patients To Manage Their Hypertension, Andrea Arroyo Nov 2025

Staff Education: Teaching Patients To Manage Their Hypertension, Andrea Arroyo

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project on staff education addresses the practice problem of staff knowledge deficits in educating patients on hypertensive management. The project question was: Will evidence-based hypertension management education increase staff knowledge? The project evaluated the effectiveness of a structured educational program in training personnel on how to educate patients on optimal hypertension management techniques. The project used evidence-based literature to bridge a clinical practice gap, educate staff, and empower healthcare professionals to improve patient care. Ten participants were a part of the project. A pre-survey was administered, followed by a PowerPoint presentation on how to …


Mitigation Strategies For Burnout Prevention, Judith Nm Lamarre Nov 2025

Mitigation Strategies For Burnout Prevention, Judith Nm Lamarre

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This doctoral project is a staff education initiative aimed at increasing staff knowledge on burnout mitigation strategies. The project describes the practice challenge and why staff practice must address it. Psychiatric burnout leads to emotional exhaustion, professional dissatisfaction, and patient safety concerns. The work aims to answer the practice-focused question and the purpose of the doctoral project, specifically asking: Will a structured educational session on evidence-based burnout mitigation strategies increase staff knowledge? Staff knowledge was measured using pre- and post-education surveys. The pre-survey results showed mean score of 60%, while the post-survey results showed a mean score of 80%, reflecting …


Staff Education On Cancer-Related Fatigue Assessments, Tamira Walker Nov 2025

Staff Education On Cancer-Related Fatigue Assessments, Tamira Walker

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

A staff education DNP project was designed and implemented with a focus on the analysis, synthesis, and application of best practices to enhance staff knowledge and performance through targeted education on fatigue assessments in cancer care. The project sought to answer the question: Does oncology nurse staff education increase knowledge of fatigue assessments in patients with cancer as compared pre to post education? The purpose of this project was to address a knowledge deficit by increasing staff knowledge on fatigue assessment in an ambulatory care setting by recognizing that cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a complex, multifactorial symptom that often goes …


Staff Education On Fall Prevention In The Emergency Department, Linda Odoh Nov 2025

Staff Education On Fall Prevention In The Emergency Department, Linda Odoh

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This DNP staff education project was an initiative focused on improving fall-related knowledge among faculty members. The practice problem identified at the local project site was the frequent rate of patient falls. Analysis established the role of staff in the inefficient implementation of best practices and to the staff’s limited knowledge regarding the application of existing fall prevention strategies. The practice-focused question for this project was, In the emergency department setting, how does a fall prevention education program compared to pre-implementation practices, affect staff knowledge of fall prevention strategies within three months? The purpose of the project was to improve …


Improving Staff Knowledge And Confidence In Hypertension Patient Education Through Health Literacy Training, Blessing Ukomadu Nov 2025

Improving Staff Knowledge And Confidence In Hypertension Patient Education Through Health Literacy Training, Blessing Ukomadu

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Summary This DNP staff education project focuses on providing health literacy training. The practice problem identified at the local project site was inadequate patient education it may have resulted from a number of factors,. poor blood pressure control. The practice-focused question for this project was as follows: “Will staff education on health literacy and patient education improve staff knowledge and confidence in providing HTN patient education?” The purpose of this doctoral project was to enhance healthcare providers' capacity to deliver effective, evidence-based hypertension education. Eventually, providers would acquire effective communication that would improve patient understanding and self-management. Awareness of this …


Monitoring And Managing Side Effects Of Hydroxyurea: Mucositis, Cytopenia And Fatigue, Sharon Mattox Nov 2025

Monitoring And Managing Side Effects Of Hydroxyurea: Mucositis, Cytopenia And Fatigue, Sharon Mattox

APRN Week 2025

No abstract provided.


Staff Education To Reduce Relapse Rates Among Individuals With Substance Use Disorders, Joyce Chioma Nwakor Nov 2025

Staff Education To Reduce Relapse Rates Among Individuals With Substance Use Disorders, Joyce Chioma Nwakor

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The program created a more encouraging recovery environment by greatly increasing staff competency in relapse prevention. Staff reported having more conversations with patients about preventing relapses. These enhancements might result in lower relapse rates and better long-term recovery outcomes.


Telepsychiatry For Veterans Who Are Homeless, Vivian J. White Nov 2025

Telepsychiatry For Veterans Who Are Homeless, Vivian J. White

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This project was a clinical practice guideline (CPG) for mental health providers to expand telepsychiatry services to veterans who are homeless in a day treatment center. The practice problem was the lack of a standardized approach to increase access to mental health care. This CPG supports nurses in implementing evidence-based interventions to reduce mental health disparities and promote equitable care delivery for veterans who are homeless. The guideline was aimed to ensure safe, effective, and coordinated mental health care through integration with interprofessional teams. The project question was: Does the evidence support development of a CPG for provision of telepsychiatry …


Staff Education To Improve Primary Care Providers’ Knowledge And Confidence In Utilizing The Phq-9 For Routine Mental Health Screenings, Debra Ann Stewart-Delancy Nov 2025

Staff Education To Improve Primary Care Providers’ Knowledge And Confidence In Utilizing The Phq-9 For Routine Mental Health Screenings, Debra Ann Stewart-Delancy

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Summary The ineffective use of the PHQ-9 tool to assess depression during primary care was the problem that this quality improvement project aimed to resolve, which is a hindrance to timely diagnosis and equitable behavioral health care. Inconsistent use of screening of depression was tackled in the project. The treatment and detection of it at its early stages were constrained by gaps in provider knowledge and confidence. The project assessed the effect of a formal staff educational intervention to increase knowledge, confidence, and the probability of incorporating the PHQ-9 depression screening tool into the workflow of a primary care clinic. …


Patient Safety In Ambulatory Hysteroscopy, Myko Lanier Nov 2025

Patient Safety In Ambulatory Hysteroscopy, Myko Lanier

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

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