Our DNP program empowers students to lead real-world healthcare improvements through a project. By applying evidence-based solutions, DNP students directly impact patient care, optimize systems, or implement new policies. Our students are passionate about making a difference in healthcare. Learn more about the exciting projects our DNP students have pursued.
IU Health Broad Ripple Urgent Care
This project aimed to improve adherence to evidence-based UTI prescribing guidelines through the implementation of a quick-reference antibiotic guideline tool combined with targeted provider education in an urgent care clinic.
Learn more about Mary Lou's project
Eskenazi Health
This project aimed to implement two evidence-based strategies, structured civility education workshops and enhancements to an existing disruptive behavior incident reporting tool, to address workplace incivility challenges.
Learn more about Tatiana's project
Jane Pauley Community Health Center
This project aimed to evaluate whether an age-appropriate script could increase STI and HIV screening rates among patients between the ages of 13 and 24 at a Midwestern Federally Qualified Health Center.
Learn more about Patricia's project
IU Health University Hospital
This project aimed to determine whether education in mentor competency skills improves mentors' knowledge of the competency domains and prepares them for mentorship relationships.
Learn more about Kasandra's project
IU Health
This project aimed to increase adherence among patients with diabetes to their primary care providers through nurse-led education and follow-up and to reduce chronic kidney disease by using one-on-one phone conversations.
Learn more about Sue's project