Burning Questions: All About Fevers,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
Burning Questions: All About Fevers, Lauren Bowen, Julia Dyer, Janeth Castillo Hernandez, Coral Lucas
2024
No abstract provided.
The Effects Of Bedside Handoff In The Pediatric Emergency Department,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
The Effects Of Bedside Handoff In The Pediatric Emergency Department, Kristina Aryee, Haleigh Hogan, Ainsley Knight, Kelsey Matas, Garrett Matlock
2024
No abstract provided.
Rolling With The Bss: Standardizing Stool Assessments In Pediatric Care,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
Rolling With The Bss: Standardizing Stool Assessments In Pediatric Care, Herlinda Cardenas Arce, Allison Hoffman, Hannah Holmes, Sierrah Martinez, Cinthya Mondragon
2024
No abstract provided.
Implementation Of I-Shaped Nursing Hand-Off To Improve Nurse Hand-Off Satisfaction,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
Implementation Of I-Shaped Nursing Hand-Off To Improve Nurse Hand-Off Satisfaction, Layla Awad, Denise Hood, Octavia Sandifer
2024
No abstract provided.
Preventing Nurse Burnout And Improving Retention Rates,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
Preventing Nurse Burnout And Improving Retention Rates, Abigail Rannow, Kayla Bernius, Camellia Le, Stephanie Cardenas Parra, Cesar Lopez
2024
No abstract provided.
No More Line Mix-Ups: The Label Solution,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
No More Line Mix-Ups: The Label Solution, Alexis Spain, Holly Mckeethan, Lindsey Garvey, Molly Andersen, Natalie Romei, Catherine Fritz, Abigail Munoz, Kc Chamberlain
2024
No abstract provided.
Improving Ambulation And Safety Related To Complex Medical Equipment In Inpatient Settings,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
Improving Ambulation And Safety Related To Complex Medical Equipment In Inpatient Settings, Kellie Chin, Allie Fox, Destiny Gaines, Luke Hernandez, Natalie Kauppila, Taylor Potraza
2024
No abstract provided.
From Bed To Better: An Interdisciplinary Approach To Establish Early Mobility & Routine Among Pediatric Hematology Oncology Patients,
2025
Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
From Bed To Better: An Interdisciplinary Approach To Establish Early Mobility & Routine Among Pediatric Hematology Oncology Patients, Emerson Emerson, Kayla Boxer, Kennedi Mcclain, Kylie Hollander, Mckenna Landon, Shannon Wheeler
2024
No abstract provided.
Quality Improvement Project Impact Of Weekly Mentorship On Compassion Fatigue In Critical Care Nurses,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Impact Of Weekly Mentorship On Compassion Fatigue In Critical Care Nurses, Susan Livengood
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Compassion fatigue is defined as the physical and mental exhaustion and emotional withdrawal experienced by those who care for sick or traumatized people over an extended period. Without proactive intervention, compassion fatigue will continue to affect healthcare workers, leading to dissatisfaction in the workplace. Mentorship is an intervention that has been identified for improving the incidence of compassion fatigue. This quality improvement project implemented and evaluated a mentorship program for critical care nurses in a 227-bed acute care facility that has a 36-bed intensive care unit. The project evaluated the impact of weekly mentoring sessions on compassion fatigue in critical …
Staff Education Project On Genetic Testing In A Psychiatric Facility,
2025
Walden University
Staff Education Project On Genetic Testing In A Psychiatric Facility, Chinenye Vivian Akpuaka
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The project was an educational DNP project that aimed to improve staff knowledge on genetic testing. The practice focused question was “Will an education module on best practices for genetic testing increase self-reported knowledge among health care professionals in a mental health clinic?” The purposes of genetic testing in psychiatry are to improve pharmacological therapy through better prescription of the right medications (Pinzón-Espinosa et al., 2022). The implementation of genetic testing at the project site is limited due to gaps in knowledge and attitudes as well as efficacy of this intervention. The leaders at the practicum site supported the potential …
Quality Improvement Project Educating Family Of Patients Dealing With Substance Use Disorder,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Educating Family Of Patients Dealing With Substance Use Disorder, Emmanuella Edekobi
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) creates significant hardships for individuals and their families. Although families play a vital role in recovery, they may not know how to provide effective support. To address this, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) quality improvement project introduced a structured educational program for non-professional caregivers at an outpatient psychiatric clinic. The goal was to enhance caregivers' confidence and readiness to support their loved ones during recovery (Filiz & Polat, 2022). Participants completed the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE) before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis showed a significant improvement in confidence (t(9) = -26.00, p < .001, Cohen's d = 8.22), supported by the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test (z = -2.88, p = .004) (Rezaie et al., 2022). The project was grounded in Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory, using observational learning, reinforcement, and real-life examples. Caregivers gained practical strategies, emotional support, and a clearer understanding of their role (Mardani et al., 2023). Initial uncertainty gave way to increased comfort through group support. These findings suggest that even low-cost, brief interventions can strengthen caregiver self-efficacy. Incorporating family education into addiction treatment may improve outcomes in outpatient mental health settings (Kellar & Kelvin, 2020).
Quality Improvement Project Improving Nurse Self-Efficacy In Completing Person-Centered Care Plans,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Improving Nurse Self-Efficacy In Completing Person-Centered Care Plans, Divya Iype
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Person-centered care planning (PCCP) is a cornerstone of psychiatric nursing practice, yet many nurses lack the training and confidence to implement it effectively. This quality improvement project addressed a practice gap in nurse self-efficacy regarding PCCP completion at an acute psychiatric hospital. A care plan completion rate of 88%, below the institutional benchmark of 100%, prompted an intervention. This project’s purpose was to enhance nurse self-efficacy in implementing PCCP by providing focused training on trauma-informed care, cultural competence, and person-centered care planning. The project used a pre-post intervention design to assess the impact of the intervention, with self-efficacy measured using …
Quality Improvement Project Implementing A Hand Hygiene Compliance Program,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Implementing A Hand Hygiene Compliance Program, Daisy Jean-Pierre
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Hand hygiene remains a cornerstone of infection prevention in healthcare, yet gaps in compliance persist among nursing staff, contributing to preventable healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and patient harm. The purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project, conducted at Piedmont Henry Hospital, was to implement and evaluate an educational intervention targeting nurse managers, with the aim of enhancing their knowledge, self-efficacy, and leadership in promoting hand hygiene compliance. The project addressed the identified problem of inconsistent hand hygiene practices among frontline staff, which was linked to insufficient leadership engagement and ongoing barriers such as time constraints and resource limitations. The …
Quality Improvement Project The Impact Of Increased Use Of High-Fidelity Nursing Simulation On Transfer Of Knowledge And The Correlation With Course Pass Rates,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project The Impact Of Increased Use Of High-Fidelity Nursing Simulation On Transfer Of Knowledge And The Correlation With Course Pass Rates, Debra Kilcrease
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Ongoing nursing shortages and limited clinical preceptor availability have made it increasingly difficult for nursing programs to secure traditional clinical placements. In response, simulation-based learning (SBL) has gained support as an evidence-based strategy to supplement clinical education while maintaining transfer of knowledge. This quality improvement project examined whether increasing SBL hours, as a partial replacement for traditional clinical hours, impacted course pass rates in a practical nursing program. Course pass rates served as an indicator of knowledge transfer. Guided by the Jeffries Simulation Theory, the intervention emphasized learner engagement, structured simulation design, and debriefing to support clinical reasoning. A retrospective, …
Quality Improvement Project Improving Employee Satisfaction And Retention Through A Structured Training Process,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Improving Employee Satisfaction And Retention Through A Structured Training Process, Dawn Lundgren
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
The DNP project aimed to evaluate the impact of a structured new-hire training program on employee retention and job satisfaction within a hospice organization. Insufficient training for new employees can lead to a high staff turnover rate, stress, decreased job satisfaction, and poor quality of care. The quality improvement project utilized a pre-post intervention design over an eight-week period, comparing retention rates and job satisfaction scores before and after project implementation. Employee retention was measured as a binary outcome (retained or left), and job satisfaction was assessed through a seven-item survey rated on a five-point Likert scale. A total of …
Quality Improvement Project Impacting Provider Efficiency And Burnout With Standardized Ordering Tools,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Impacting Provider Efficiency And Burnout With Standardized Ordering Tools, Carly Meredith
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
The adoption of electronic health record (EHR) systems promises better interoperability, transparency, patient safety, and care quality. However, concerns about increased provider stress and burnout are rising, suggesting a link between burnout and EHR use. This project aimed to evaluate whether improving EHR efficiency could reduce burnout rates. While literature highlights the need for enhanced training, effective methods remain unclear and challenge whether there is data supporting improvements or merely the perceived usefulness of these activities as identified through the Technology Acceptance Model. For this project, a preference list was created for commonly used orders with pre-selected defaults to streamline …
Quality Improvement Project Improving The Management Of Diabetes In A Primary Care Setting Through Staff Education,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Improving The Management Of Diabetes In A Primary Care Setting Through Staff Education, Chibuzo Okereke
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Managing chronic disease, such as type 2 diabetes, requires effective patient education. This quality improvement project aimed to improve staff knowledge and confidence in delivering diabetes education using the evidence-based teach-back method. Eight staff members (physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical assistants, and a clinic manager) of a suburban primary care clinic in Houston, Texas, were involved in the project by participating in structured educational sessions. The Always Use Teach-Back Conviction and Confidence Scale (CCS) and a Diabetes Knowledge Test 2 (DKT2) were validated instruments to measure data pre- and post-intervention. A quasi-experimental pre- and post-test design was used, and the …
Enhancing Pre-Licensure Bsn Students' Clinical Knowledge And Confidence In Blood Transfusion Via Postpartum High-Fidelity Simulation,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Enhancing Pre-Licensure Bsn Students' Clinical Knowledge And Confidence In Blood Transfusion Via Postpartum High-Fidelity Simulation, Tresia Rouse
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Blood transfusion administration is a complex nursing skill registered nurses require in bedside settings, regardless of experience level. Nursing students are expected to be practice-ready upon graduation. A significant concern in nursing academia is the insufficient exposure to administering blood products, which many pre-licensure nursing students lack in clinical and educational environments. This gap in nursing curricula can compromise students’ preparedness to perform this skill in real-world scenarios. The core purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) quality improvement (QI) project was to enhance clinical knowledge and impact self-confidence regarding blood transfusion administration and management, specifically by implementing a …
Quality Improvement Project Evaluating The Impact Of Specialized Blood Pressure Measurement (Bpm) Training On Nursing Faculty's Knowledge And Self-Efficacy In Teaching Bpm,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Evaluating The Impact Of Specialized Blood Pressure Measurement (Bpm) Training On Nursing Faculty's Knowledge And Self-Efficacy In Teaching Bpm, Heba Sadaka
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
Accurate blood pressure measurement (BPM) is crucial for the proper diagnosis and management of hypertension. However, BPM errors are common and may lead to under- or overtreatment, negatively impacting patients. The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to retrain nursing faculty on BPM practices based on the 2017 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) clinical guidelines. A quasi-experimental pre-/post-intervention design was used. The intervention consisted of an online specialized training video developed by the Idaho Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Stroke Prevention Program. Nursing faculty’s BPM knowledge and self-efficacy were measured before and after the training using the …
Quality Improvement Project Enhancing Self-Efficacy In Managing Patient No-Shows: A Staff-Focused Intervention,
2025
Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Quality Improvement Project Enhancing Self-Efficacy In Managing Patient No-Shows: A Staff-Focused Intervention, Aaron Wabang
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
No-shows are widely reported in behavioral health venues. They hinder continuity of care, decrease clinic efficiency, and compromise patient care. The solution requires addressing patients’ behavior and internal facility processes. This quality improvement (QI) project aimed to reduce no-show rates by providing staff with tools and enhancing their self-efficacy in managing appointments. The project was conducted in a rural East Texas behavioral clinic. Clinic staff reported challenges with patient reminders, scheduling, and follow-up issues that cause increased no-shows. The QI project aimed to empower staff by providing evidence-based scheduling strategies and decision support resources to enhance their confidence and attendance …
