Submissions from 2024
Preoperative Cognitive Testing with the Mini-Cog Test vs. the Mini-Mental State Examination for Prediction of Risk of Postoperative Delirium: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Kathryn Solomon, Valerie Diaz, and Jacquelyn O'Connor
Implementing PEARLS To Reduce Depression Among Older Adults in a Rural Community: A Quality Improvement Project, Ebony Telfer
The Use of Erector Spinae Block Compared to Intercostal Nerve Block in Adult Patients (above 18 years) Undergoing Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) to Reduce Opioid Usage and Ensure Effective Pain Control., Amy Torres Pereda, Christina Vera, and Elise Fajardo
Enhancing Observation Floor Satisfaction Scores on Hospitalist Patients– A Quality Improvement Project, Lony M. Vega
Enhancing Observation Floor Satisfaction Scores on Hospitalist Patients– A Quality Improvement Project, Lony M. Vega
Implementation of a Clinician-Driven Baker Act Protocol in the Outpatient Psychiatric Setting, Julie Velazquez
Implementation of a Clinician-Driven Baker Act Protocol in the Outpatient Psychiatric Setting, Julie E. Velazquez
A Comprehensive Educational Intervention to Improve Home Health Nurses’ Knowledge and Skills Related to Chronic Wound Care, Anthony Vera, Deborah Sherman, and Juan O. Bravo
The Use of Erector Spinae Block Compared to Intercostal Nerve Block in Adult Patients (above 18 years) Undergoing Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) to Reduce Opioid Usage and Ensure Effective Pain Control., Christina Vera and Elise Fajardo
Increasing Providers’ Awareness of Virtual Reality Therapy for the Management of Pain and Anxiety in Pediatric Patients Perioperatively: An Educational Module, Christina Vera and Nerlande Fectiluse
The Effect of Music Therapy vs Midazolam in Reducing Adult Perioperative Anxiety: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Kayla Wallace, Valerie J. Diaz, and Kiersten de la Vega
Music Therapy to Reduce Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Invasive Procedures: An Educational Module, Alexander Witthöft, Fernando Alfonso, and Javier Luces
Submissions from 2023
Improving the Incidence of Postoperative Delirium in the Elderly: A Quality Improvement Project, Yalysher S. Acevedo
An Educational Intervention Among Healthcare Providers on the Science Behind Adequate Hydration in Mental Health Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Louisa Kathryn Agresti
The Perspective of Emergency Department Staff on Patient-Centered Care Delivery to Reduce Bounce-Back Visits in a Culturally Diverse Community: A Formative Evaluation, Solomon Oluwadare Ajijo
Introducing Clinicians to the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine (SPoLM) for Managing Chronic Disease, Lisabeth Maria Alvarez and Deana Goldin
Immunomodulation of Propofol versus Sevoflurane based Anesthesia on Deadly Cancers: A Quality Improvement Educational Module, Tatiana S. Amaya, Jorge A. Valdes, and Guillermo G. Garcia-Prada
Implementation of a Formal Preceptor Teaching Tool in the Clinical Setting to Promote a Learner-Centered Teaching Environment, Lyndi Brooke Bailey Manfredi, Yasmine Campbell, and Ashley Obenour Woodling
Improving Knowledge of Obesity Treatment Options: A Quality Improvement Project, Leslie Ann S. Banks
Mental Health professionals' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors related to Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) and Screening Pre and Post an Educational Intervention: A Quality Improvement Project, Charline Boufin Tebeu
Implementation of an Outpatient Protocol for Children and Adolescents with Food Allergy Anxiety: A Quality Improvement Project, Rochelle Bradley
Provider Education to Increase Knowledge of Effective Obesity Management in the Prevention of Cancer, Tamarra A. Braham
Education of Mental Health Professionals Regarding a Patient-Centered Care Approach to Improve African American Adherence to Antidepressant Medication: A Quality Improvement Project., Julienne A. Calixte
Improving Pre- Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Uptake as an HIV Prevention Strategy Among Higher Risk Hispanic Men: A Quality Improvement Project, Ivania Gertrudis Castillo-Morris
An Educational Module on the Utilization of Amisulpride as Part of the Multimodal Treatment Modality for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Prophylaxis in Adult Surgical Patients, Lesley Le Chau, Yasmine Campbell, and Brittany Wiiliams
An Educational Module for the Use of High-Flow Nasal Cannula During Gastroscopy Procedures to Decrease Incidence of Hypoxia: A Quality Improvement Project, James Chen, Jorge Valdés, and Brittany Williams
Implementation of Anesthesia-Specific Handoff Tools to Reduce Adverse Patient Outcomes, Danielle Chung, Yasmine Campbell, and Jillian O. Gil
The Benefits of Single Dose Perioperative Ibuprofen on Patients Receiving Breast Surgery: An Educational Module, Ryan Covey; Yasmine Campbell DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Michael Drossos
Improving Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners’ Knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Benzodiazepines for the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Quality Improvement Project, Adrienne Davis and Charles Buscemi
Educational Intervention on a Type 1 Diabetic Roadmap to a Successful Adolescent Healthcare Transition Based on the Six Core Elements and Teach-Back Method: A QI Project, Carolina Maria de Almagro
An Educational Intervention for Infusion Center Nurses to Improve Their Confidence in Identification and Management of Immunotherapy Adverse Events, Based on Changes in Pre- and Post-test scores: A Quality Improvement Project, Susan Demming, Deborah W. Sherman, and Pamela Dudkiewicz
Improving Informed Decision Making to Reduce the Health Risks of Vaping Among Adolescents: A Quality Improvement Project, Lizzie A. Diaz
Clinical Strategies to Increase Vaccination in the Pediatric Population: A Quality Improvement Project, Berthe Claudia Dupervil
An educational module on the adductor canal block as an effective opioid-sparing pain management after total knee arthroplasty, Bazi Endale, Vince Gonzalez, and Cosma Pochette
Remimazolam as an Alternative Induction Agent in Monitored Anesthesia Care: An Educational Module, Leidy J. Escobar, Yasmine Campbell, and Kizzanna Brown
Intraoperative Monitoring of Laryngeal Mask Airway Cuff Pressure and Minimizing Postoperative Complications: An Evidence-Based Education Module, Veronica Fernandez MSN, RN and Fernando Alfonso DNP, CRNA, APRN
Improving Gambling Disorder Screening and Management in College Health Settings: A Quality Improvement Project, Ariel Fuentes and Deana Goldin
The Role of Focused Educational Intervention for Nurses to Improve Discharge Readiness: A Quality Improvement Project, Yanelis Garcia Beceiro
The Return of Nitrous Oxide Use in the United States: An Educational Module, Erin N. Garcia, Fernando Alfonso, and Enrique Orta
Using Ultrasound to Identify the Cricothyroid Membrane in Patients with a Difficult Airway: A teaching Module, Vincente Gonzalez and Jainette Fernandez
Enhancing Knowledge and Empowering Self-Management in Type 2 Diabetes: A Quality Improvement Project Utilizing Education and a Comprehensive Resource Guide, Sandra M. Guiteau
Provider Education to Increase Familiarity and Awareness of the Baker Act Process in an Outpatient Mental Health Clinic, Jean Hannan and Maykelyn Felipe
Increasing Nurses' Confidence in Leading Debriefings Postcode: A Quality Improvement Project, Jasmine Heraux
A Quality Improvement Project on the Utilization of Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia Integrating Artificial Intelligence to Increase Provider Success, Samantha Hermida, Ann Miller, and Alexis Salgado
Improving Cervical Cancer Screening Adherence Among a Minority Group of Haitian Women Living in South Florida: An Education and Quality Improvement Program, ROSE MYRLANDE JEUDINE
Improving Nurses' Knowledge and Perceptions on Antibiotic Stewardship: A Quality Improvement Project, Stela Karkatselos, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC; Dr. C. Victoria Framil, DNP, APRN, ANC-BC, CNE; and Barbara Russell, BSN, RN, BSHSA, MPH, CIC, FAPIC
Dexmedetomidine as an Adjuvant for Spinal Anesthesia in Parturients Undergoing Cesarean Section: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Katie Kueser, Valerie Diaz, and Brittany Williams
Increasing Medication Adherence In Low-Income Minority Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Julissa Leiva
An Educational Program to Enhance the Identification of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and the Utilization of Exposure and Response Prevention Among Outpatient Mental Health Providers: A Quality Improvement Project, Jena Lerch and Deborah Witt Sherman
Empowering Communities: Culturally Competent Dementia Awareness Education for Older Adults in Miami-Dade County, Krisstina Madan
Routine Assessment of the Frequency of Social Media Use on the Mental Well-being of Patients with Anxiety Disorder: A Quality Improvement Project, Ezechiel Madestin
The Use of Telehealth to Improve Communication and Reduce Rehospitalizations in Nursing Homes: A Quality Improvement Project, Mahsa Malekiha
Efficacy of Erector Spinae Block versus Paravertebral or Thoracic Epidural in Cardiac Surgery: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Camila A. Marcos, Valerie J. Diaz, and Jordany Gattorno
Provider Education to Increase Knowledge PrEP Prescribing in Older Adults who Identify as Members of the LGBTQ Community, Enrique Mendoza Rojas
An Evidence Based Educational Module on the use of Disposable Laryngeal Electrodes for Intraoperative Neuromonitoring: A Quality Improvement Project, David Mercado-Hernandez, Fernando Alfonso, and Ingrid Hernandez
Cannabinoids for Pain Management in Patients with Neuropathic Pain: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Austin Miller, Fernando Alfonso, and Alexander Rodriguez-Diaz
Increasing Provider Knowledge of Medication Adherence in Veterans with Serious Mental Illness (SMI): A Quality Improvement Project, Roston T. Moss Jr
Exploring the Perceptions of Childhood Developmental Delays in Parents of Haitian Heritage in a Pediatric Primary Care Setting: A Quality Improvement Project, Laurie Myrtil and Rosa Roche
acupressure to decrease postoperative nausea and vomiting compared to ondansetron in Women undergoing laparoscopic surgery, frances Noziere, fernando Alfonso, and Robert Dillon
Postoperative Sore Throat Education and Treatment: An Educational Module, Tolulope T. Oladugbewo, MSN, RN; Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Leanne Paris-Wade, CRNA, APRN
Effects of Debriefing Methods on the Development of Non-Technical Skills: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Grabiel A. Pagan, Valerie J. Diaz, and Octavio Gaytan
Integrating Virtual Reality in the Pediatric Emergency Department to Improve Pain Management: A Quality Improvement Project, Caroline Pallidine
A Quality ImprovementProject: Erector Spinae Plane Blocks for Patients Undergoing Cardiothoracic Surgery, Brent M. Pendergast MSN, RN, CCRN and Dr. Anne B. Miller DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA
Improving Provider Knowledge on Surgical Site Infection Prevention Using a Surgical Surveillance Education Program, Jennifer Peralta and Eric Fenkl
Advantages of Intravenous Administration of Remimazolam Over Midazolam in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Procedures: An Educational Module, Alexis Perez, Jorge Valdes, and Jillian Gil
Assessment and Anesthetic Management of Patients With Vaping History: An Evidence- Based Educational Module, David Perez Mirabal, Valerie J. Diaz, and Jillian Gil
Impact of Nursing Education on Postoperative Ileus Prevention in a Tertiary Care Facility: A Quality Improvement Project, Freddy Pizart, Charle P. Buscemi, and Lisset Oliva
Promoting Awareness of Social Determinants of Health (SDH) When Caring for Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Alexandria Portilla
An Educational Module: Enhancing Provider Awareness of a Mentorship Program for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist to Enhance Success and Reduce Stress, Gianfranco Ratto, Valerie J. Diaz, and Carmen Chan
Provider Perspective on Readiness to Implement a Cognitive Screening Protocol, Marbelly D. Rosales
A Needs Assessment: Improving Access to Cardiac Healthcare for Underserved Populations in a Community Clinic, Yudelsy Sanchez Morell
An Educational Intervention to Improve Nurses’ Knowledge Towards Timely Pain Management in the Emergency Department for Patients Arriving with Sickle Cell Crisis: A Quality Improvement Project, Dana Sherman DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC
An Educational Intervention to Increase Telemedicine Nurses’ Knowledge in Screening, Identifying, and Coordinating Care for Depression in the Veteran Population with Diabetes: A Quality Improvement Project, Erita Ariella Snyder and Dana Sherman
Strategies to Implement the Use of Supplements versus Psychotropics in a Pediatric and Adolescent Population: A Quality Improvement Project, Heather Rose Stein
An Educational Module Utilizing Smart Glass Technology as an Adjunct During Anesthesia and Procedural Tasks to Decrease Medical and Human Errors in the Perioperative Period, Mikke-Ann Tracey, Ann Miller, and Kavan Clifford
Improving Knowledge of Parents in Dietary Management for Children with Diabetes and Hyperlipidemia: A Quality Improvement Project, Jorge L. Valdes and Charles Buschemi
Provider Education to Increase Knowledge of Sepsis in a Skilled Nursing Facility, Damaris I. Valldeperas, Charles Buscemi, and Ivan Merkelj
An Educational Module on the Clinical Effectiveness of Magnesium Sulfate in the Perioperative Period, Meagan Williams and Ann Miller
Anesthesia Handoff: A Quality Improvement Project, Callesha Wright, Vicente Gonzalez, and Erica Camhi
Sphenopalatine Ganglion block for Post-dural puncture headache: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Erick G. Zuniga Mejia, Fernado Alfonso Dr., and Sandra Taylor Dr.
Submissions from 2022
Development and evaluation of an evidence-based educational toolkit on the knowledge, attitude, and practice of primary care clinicians’ regarding social determinants of health that impact prostate health in black men: A Quality improvement Project, Cassandre Alcemora, Deana Goldin, and Jovenel Alcime
Knowledge Awareness of Mental Health Risk Factors in Youths Among Healthcare Providers in an Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic in Miami, Florida: A Quality Improvement Project, Giuliana Altare MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Having the “Talk” with Healthcare Providers to Increase Awareness of Sexually Transmitted Infections in Older Adult (65+ Years) Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Sergio Amador Perez
An Educational Module Explaining the Use of The IPACK Block and The Adductor Canal Block to Relieve Pain After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Quality Improvement Project, Aronique Anthony and Valerie J. Diaz
An Educational Module Explaining the Analgesic Efficacy of The PEC Block For a Radical Mastectomy: A Quality Improvement Project, Anthony Avila and Valerie J. Diaz
Opioid-Sparing Anesthesia in Cardiac Surgery Requiring Cardiopulmonary Bypass, Daniel E. Baez, Charles Buscemi Dr, and Jorge A. Valdes
Anesthetic Management of Patients with Post COVID-19 Syndrome: A Quality Improvement Project, Joseph Benson; Jorge Valdes; and Dr. Alexander Rodriguez-Diaz DNP, CRNA, APRN