What We Cover
Project Design
PICOT question refinement, needs assessment, and evidence-based intervention selection aligned with AACN Essentials.
QI Frameworks
PDSA, Lean Six Sigma, and Model for Improvement implementation with outcomes measurement strategies.
Evidence Synthesis
Systematic evidence appraisal, literature matrices, and critical analysis using Johns Hopkins or Iowa EBP models.
Dissemination
Publication pathways, conference presentations, poster development, and policy brief creation.
Your Capstone Journey
From clinical problem identification to scholarly dissemination.
Clinical Problem
Identify and refine a practice gap with organizational stakeholder analysis.
Evidence Review
Comprehensive literature search and critical appraisal of best available evidence.
Project Design
Develop your intervention, logic model, and implementation plan.
IRB & Approval
Navigate site approval, IRB determination, and ethical considerations.
Implementation
Data collection guidance, fidelity monitoring, and real-time troubleshooting.
Evaluation & Defense
Outcomes analysis, final manuscript, and defense preparation.
DNP Capstone • AACN Essentials • Quality Improvement • Implementation Science • PDSA • Evidence-Based Practice • Doctoral Nursing Project