Staff Education To Improve Clinical Staff Knowledge Of The Social Determinants Of Health In A Public Health Setting,
2025
Walden University
Staff Education To Improve Clinical Staff Knowledge Of The Social Determinants Of Health In A Public Health Setting, Alba Gisel Ayala
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project addressed a critical knowledge gap among clinical staff regarding the application of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) within a local health department. Although SDOH screening tools and the statewide NCCARE 360 referral system were in place, inconsistent use hindered integration into patient care and limited efforts to advance health equity. Guided by the Johns Hopkins Evidence-Based Practice model and the ADDIE instructional framework, an educational intervention was developed and implemented to enhance staff knowledge, confidence, and integration of SDOH principles into workflow. Thirty-five clinical staff members participated in pre- and post-intervention assessments. Data …
Educating Staff On Hourly Rounding Toward Fall Prevention In A Long-Term Care Facility,
2025
Walden University
Educating Staff On Hourly Rounding Toward Fall Prevention In A Long-Term Care Facility, Princess Aminata Kanu
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The identified problem at the project site facility was rising incidences of patient falls, which was attributed to insufficient staff knowledge of evidence-based strategies for preventing falls, including purposeful hourly rounding (PHR). Research has demonstrated that PHR effectively reduces the risk of falls among patients by allowing clinicians to proactively address patient needs. The purpose of this staff education project was to enhance healthcare providers’ knowledge of PHR and its role in fall prevention. The practice-focused question that guided this project was: For staff in a long-term care facility, will training on hourly rounding increase knowledge toward the goal of …
Quality Improvement Project: Improving Patient Appointment Adherence Through Staff Education On Health Literacy,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project: Improving Patient Appointment Adherence Through Staff Education On Health Literacy, Christine A. Johnson- Nganbou Kamkeu
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Non-adherence to appointments remains an impediment to health continuity. It has been especially pervasive in rural settings. Numerous scholarly articles in the healthcare literature support enhancing health literacy in organizations and training in effective communication to promote patient appointment compliance. Hence, the purpose of the quality improvement (QI) project was not only to encourage appointment compliance but also to enhance the application of the Teach-Back Method through health literacy education. The theoretical perspective and practice application, according to Lewin’s Change Theory and the PDSA approach, included a four-week intervention period, during which the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) …
Quality Improvement Project: Responding Effectively With The Use Of A Defibrillator And Crash Cart: An Educational Intervention For Medical-Surgical Nurses,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project: Responding Effectively With The Use Of A Defibrillator And Crash Cart: An Educational Intervention For Medical-Surgical Nurses, Josilyn Lusk
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Appropriate and timely use of a defibrillator and crash cart is essential for patient survival during cardiac arrest, yet many medical-surgical nurses report limited preparedness due to inconsistent, non-standardized training. The purpose of this DNP project is to evaluate the impact of a structured didactic and simulation-based educational intervention on nurses’ self-assessed preparedness to respond to life-threatening events and their perceptions of educational best practices. The aim of the project is to demonstrate measurable improvements in nurses’ self-reported preparedness in responding to emergent events and their perceptions of effective teaching and learning strategies. Guided by Tanner’s Model of Clinical Judgment …
Enhancing Emergency Department Staff Competency In Ultrasound-Guided Venous Access At A Rural Critical Access Hospital: A Quality Improvement Project,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Enhancing Emergency Department Staff Competency In Ultrasound-Guided Venous Access At A Rural Critical Access Hospital: A Quality Improvement Project, Ryan M. Sand
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Patients meeting difficult intravenous access (DIVA) criteria often experience multiple failed intravenous (IV) access attempts, delayed diagnostics, and treatment initiation, particularly in rural emergency departments with limited resources. This quality improvement (QI) project evaluated whether targeted ultrasound-guided peripheral venous access training would improve staff self-efficacy, confidence, and self-reported procedural execution at a rural critical access hospital. Guided by Lewin’s Change Theory and Benner’s Novice to Expert Theory, a quasi-experimental pre-/post-intervention design was implemented. Nurses and paramedics completed the validated Peripheral Intravenous Insertion Confidence Assessment before and after a didactic and psychomotor training program. Statistical analysis included an independent samples t-test …
Quality Improvement Project: Debriefing In Simulation With Improved Knowledge And Confidence,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project: Debriefing In Simulation With Improved Knowledge And Confidence, Rebecca Walker
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Debriefing is a vital part of simulation and is critical to the students' learning in the simulation environment. It is essential for faculty that debriefers receive training in simulation concepts and in structuring debriefings. The purpose is to improve the simulation program at the project site by implementing a training course, and the project aims to enhance the faculty's confidence and address any knowledge gaps. The project design is a quasi-experimental study that features pre- and post-intervention surveys. Fifteen full-time nursing educators were surveyed, excluding faculty who do not teach in simulation. The intervention includes launching a SBL course and …
Quality Improvement Project Assessment Of Emergency Department Staff Knowledge On Use Of Emergency Severity Index In A Critical Access Hospital: Implementation Of Emergency Department-Based Education Program.,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Assessment Of Emergency Department Staff Knowledge On Use Of Emergency Severity Index In A Critical Access Hospital: Implementation Of Emergency Department-Based Education Program., Amanda Taylor
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
In rural emergency departments, accurate triage is vital to ensuring patient safety and maximizing limited resources. This quality improvement project aimed to strengthen triage practices by enhancing nurses’ understanding and confidence in using the Emergency Severity Index (ESI), a standardized tool for assessing patient acuity. Ten registered nurses at a seven-bed critical access hospital participated in a structured educational program, guided by Lewin’s Change Theory and Benner’s Novice to Expert Theory. The intervention included hands-on training, real-world scenarios, and self-assessment surveys. After the program, nurses showed significant gains in both knowledge (mean scores rose from 70.0 to 88.9, p < .001) and confidence (from 13.5 to 23.2 out of 25). While the small sample size and short timeline were limitations, the results highlight the value of ongoing education in improving triage accuracy and patient care. This project offers a practical model for rural hospitals seeking to enhance emergency nursing practice and promote consistent, evidence-based decision-making.
Policy Project: Creating An Animal Assisted Therapy Policy For A College Of Nursing,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Policy Project: Creating An Animal Assisted Therapy Policy For A College Of Nursing, Brooke Peyton
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Nursing students experience high levels of academic stress, anxiety, and burnout, which can negatively impact learning, professional development, and overall health. Evidence indicates that Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) has the potential to impact stress levels, improve community connection, and enhance overall well-being among nursing students. Many academic institutions lack structured policies to guide AAT programs into educational settings. The purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice project was to develop a formal AAT policy for the College of Nursing with standardized procedures to implement an AAT program. Rogers’ Diffusion of Innovations theoretical framework was used to guide the development of the …
Simulation Education Program For Medical Emergencies: Improving Facilitator Simulation Proficiency,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Simulation Education Program For Medical Emergencies: Improving Facilitator Simulation Proficiency, Cari Kent
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project, Simulation Education Program for Medical Emergencies: Improving Facilitator Simulation Proficiency, addressed a critical gap in outpatient emergency preparedness among nursing leaders and facilitators. Despite established policies, many ambulatory care staff reported feeling unprepared to respond effectively to medical emergencies. Guided by the PICOT question, among nursing leaders and facilitators (P), how does a simulation education program in emergency care scenarios (I), compared to current education practices (C), impact simulation proficiency and effectiveness (O)? This quality improvement project evaluated the impact of structured simulation-based education on the competence of facilitators. Using a pre- and …
Quality Improvement Project Step Into Serenity: How Walking Can Ease Stress For Nursing Faculty,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Step Into Serenity: How Walking Can Ease Stress For Nursing Faculty, Stefanie Martinez
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
This quality improvement project explored whether incorporating scheduled walk breaks could help reduce perceived stress among accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) faculty. High levels of stress and burnout continue to affect nursing educators and contribute to faculty turnover and workforce shortages. The goal of this project was to promote physical activity as a simple and accessible approach to supporting well-being and fostering a healthier work environment. Grounded in George Engel’s Biopsychosocial Model of Health, this project introduced an educational session on faculty stress, burnout, and the benefits of walking. Participants completed the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) before and …
Quality Improvement Project: Creation Of An Ebp Healthy Lifestyle Program: An Evidence-Based Development Program,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project: Creation Of An Ebp Healthy Lifestyle Program: An Evidence-Based Development Program, Devanee Ray
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Nursing education is the foundation of healthcare itself. However, several things influence nursing students’ academic success. A lack of overall health habits is a significant contributor. Generally, this lack is due to a lack of education. The goal of this quality improvement Doctor of Nurse Practice (DNP) project was to develop an educational program that addresses the identified knowledge gaps. The aim was to develop the program to promote student success and pilot-test the program to determine its impact among masters-level nursing faculty. Using Lewin’s Change Theory and Orem’s theory of self-care, the educational program was piloted over a seven-week …
Staff Education For Nurses To Increase Nursing Staff Knowledge On Hospital-Acquired Infection Prevention,
2025
Walden University
Staff Education For Nurses To Increase Nursing Staff Knowledge On Hospital-Acquired Infection Prevention, Mimi M. Farride
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project focused on a staff education initiative aimed at reducing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) in healthcare settings. HAIs contribute to patient morbidity, extended hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. Despite established infection control policies, inconsistencies in adherence had highlighted the need for targeted education. The central practice question guiding this project, conducted in a hospital setting, was, “How did implementing a comprehensive infection prevention education program for healthcare staff influence their knowledge?” The primary goal was to educate staff with the skills needed to minimize infection risks and enhance patient outcomes through effective prevention techniques. …
Staff Education For Catheter-Related Urinary Tract Infection Prevention In Intensive Care,
2025
Walden University
Staff Education For Catheter-Related Urinary Tract Infection Prevention In Intensive Care, Ascar Boinett
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
This doctor of nursing practice (DNP) staff education project was conducted to address inconsistent adherence to catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) prevention bundles in an adult intensive care unit (ICU). CAUTIs remain a leading cause of morbidity, extended hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. The project aimed to improve nurses’ knowledge and attitudes regarding CAUTI prevention through structured education and the integration of daily catheter reassessment checklists into practice. A quantitative pretest–posttest design was used to measure changes in participants’ knowledge and attitudes following two 45-minute educational sessions. Forty-two ICU nurses participated in the intervention. Data were analyzed using descriptive …
Increasing Teammate Engagement For Float Pool Teammates,
2025
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Increasing Teammate Engagement For Float Pool Teammates, Jennifer Keiser
MSN Student Capstones
No abstract provided.
Social Determinants Of Health,
2025
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Social Determinants Of Health, Jennifer Simoes
MSN Student Capstones
No abstract provided.
Enhancing Hypertension Management: Ambulatory Nurse-Led Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Initiative,
2025
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Enhancing Hypertension Management: Ambulatory Nurse-Led Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Initiative, Kristen Hanks
MSN Student Capstones
No abstract provided.
New Graduate Nurse Retention: Stay Interviews,
2025
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
New Graduate Nurse Retention: Stay Interviews, Amanda Hill
MSN Student Capstones
No abstract provided.
Implementation Of A Standardized Diabetic Guide For Rn Outpatient Care Managers,
2025
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Implementation Of A Standardized Diabetic Guide For Rn Outpatient Care Managers, Ceateetra Goard
MSN Student Capstones
No abstract provided.
Improving Employee Satisfaction Through The Implementation Of Unit Based Council,
2025
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Improving Employee Satisfaction Through The Implementation Of Unit Based Council, Colleen A. Claffey
MSN Student Capstones
No abstract provided.
Improving Oral Chemotherapy Adherence,
2025
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Improving Oral Chemotherapy Adherence, Jessica Bynum
MSN Student Capstones
No abstract provided.
