Submissions from 2024
An Educational Module on the Use of Dexmedetomidine as a TAP Block Adjuvant to Reduce Postoperative Pain and Opioid Prescribing for the Abdominal Surgical Patient: A Quality Improvement Project, Ali F. Adams, MSN, RN; Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Kiersten De La Vega, DNP, CRNA
Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist-induced Delayed Gastric Emptying: An Educational Module, Lemya Alarab, Christina Vera, and Enrique Orta
An Educational Intervention Regarding Headache Management to Increase the Knowledge of Emergency Department Providers in a Tertiary Care Facility – A Quality Improvement Project, Christopher Arocha
The Anesthetic Implications for The Patient Who Vapes, Lindsey Hunter Bell, Charles Buscemi, and Karina Grubbs
Improvement of Anesthesia Provider Knowledge on the Risks of Perioperative Forced Air Warming and Surgical Site infections: A Quality Improvement Project, Katherine Ross Black, MSN, RN and Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, ARNP, CNE, CHSE
Improving Knowledge of Use of Dexmedetomidine and Dexamethasone on Pain Control for Patients with Adductor Canal Blocks Among Anesthesia Providers, Luis Blandon, Charles Buscemi, and Jordany Gattorno
Empowering Primary Care Providers to Transform Pediatric Acne Care: A Quality Improvement Project, Claudia Char
An Educational Module Explaining the Use of Norepinephrine to Treat Post-Spinal Anesthesia-Induced Hypotension in Parturient Undergoing Elective C-Sections: A Quality Improvement Project, Sadikie Clarke, Ann Miller, and Alex Salgado
Prevention Protocol for Parturient Patients Undergoing Spinal Anesthesia for Cesarean Sections Utilizing Ondansetron, Atropine, and the Aroma of Alcohol, Alison Cook MSN, BSN, RN; Jorge Valdes DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA, FAAN; and Alexander Rodriguez-Diaz DNP, CRNA, APRN
Catching Up the Kids: Implementation of an Educational Program for Pediatric Providers to Overcome Barriers to Immunization Amongst Immigrant Children, A Quality Improvement Project, Cristina Lopez Damas
Improving Haitian Parent Knowledge in Detecting Signs of Autism and managing autism among Children: A Quality Improvement Project, Sherley Mardel David Gratia
Improving Haitian Parent Knowledge in Detecting Signs of Autism and managing autism among Children: A Quality Improvement Project, Sherley Mardel David Gratia
Impact of intermittent fasting education program in an adult population: A community-based quality improvement project, Cecilia de Socarraz-Novoa
Medical Assistants Competency Based Training Program on the Proper Blood Pressure Measurement Techniques: A Quality Improvement Project, Gretel D. Dominguez
Implementation of Diabetes Self-Management Education to Improve Glycemic Control in Patients with Type II Diabetes: A Quality Improvement Project, Natacha Etienne and deborah Sherman
Implementation of Diabetes Self-Management Education to Improve Glycemic Control in Patients with Type II Diabetes: A Quality Improvement Project, Natacha Etienne and Deborah Sherman
Assessing Utilization and Outcomes of Pharmacogenomic Testing Among Children and Adolescents in Outpatient Psychiatric Treatment: A Quality Improvement Project, Rebecca Fleisher
Does Needs Assessment Guided Education Improve Students' Knowledge on Portal Utilization for Assessing Health Care and Health Promotion? A Quality Improvement Project, C. Victoria Framil
Optimizing Clinical Training for First-Year Nurse Anesthesia Residents by Comparison of Rapid Cycle Deliberate Training Versus Boot Camp Approach: A Quality Improvement Project, NImisha Anna Francis MSN, BSN, RN and Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, ARNP, CNE, CHSE
An Evidence Based Practice Educational Module Utilizing a Risk Stratification Algorithm for Surgical Patients on GLP-1 Agonists, Hana Getahun, BSN, RN, CCRN and Ann Miller DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA
Colloid Versus Crystalloid Administration to Blunt the Sympathectomy of Neuraxial Anesthesia, Sean Glennon; Jorge Valdes DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA; and Robert Dillon DNP, CRNA, APRN
An Educational Intervention to Reduce Falls Associated with Benzodiazepine Use in Older Adults: A Quality Improvement Project., VLADYMIR GRATIA
Using Esmolol as an Adjunct to Prevent Postoperative Pain: An Educational Module, Melanie Grossman, Fernando Alfonso, and Alexander Fukes
“Improving the Knowledge among Anesthesia Providers Regarding the Utilization of Remimazolam and Propofol in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea during Procedural Sedation: A Quality Improvement Project.”, Leyla Hernandez, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC; Charlie Buscemi, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC; and Joseph Benson, DNP, CRNA, APRN
Implementation of the Flipped Classroom in Nurse Anesthesia Curriculum: A Quality Improvement Project, Pedro Hernandez, MSN, RN, CCRN; Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE, CHSE; and Valerie Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE, CHSE, FAANA, CAPT (Ret), USN, NC
An Educational Module on Ultrasound Guided Endotracheal Tube Sizing and Placement Verification in the Pediatric Surgical Patient, Shaina Hoo; Ann Miller DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Jessica Pheasant DNAP, CRNA, APRN
Utilization of Artificial Intelligence Algorithms in the Perioperative Management and Reduction of Pain: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Cristine Jacob BArch, MGeo, RN, BSN, CCRN, MSN and Valerie J. Diaz DNP, CRNA, PMHNP-BC, APRN, CNE, CHSE, FAANA, CAPT (ret), NC, USN
The Benefits and Effects of Long-Acting Injectable Psychotropic Medication Education to Improve Provider Knowledge and Outcomes, Priscilla M. Juncadella
Introducing a Standardized Approach to the Diagnosis of Anxiety and Depression in a Women’s Health Clinic, Robert C. Lohlein II
Erector Spinae Plane vs. Transverse Abdominis Plane Block, and Their Effects on Reduction of Opioid Consumption Post-Operatively: An Educational Module, Jennifer Ashley Lopez, Yasmine Campbell, and Marisa Gonzalez
Benefits of Endotracheal Tube Intracuff Lidocaine Use, Erick Macri, Charles Buscemi, and Robert Howell
Improving the Pharmacological Approach to Prevention of Postoperative Delirium in Elderly Surgical Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Albert James L. Malmis, Vicente Gonzalez, Valerie vdiaz@fiu.edu, and Daniella Narvaez
A Teaching Module Utilizing Cryoneurolysis for Pain Management in Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty, Daniela Matallana, MSN, RN; Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Olga Gay, DNP, CRNA
An Educational Module on the Utilization of Audiovisual Technology to Reduce Preoperative Anxiety in Pediatric Surgical Patients, Katherine May, Fernando Alfonso, and Alexis Salgado
An Educational Module on the Use of Simulation-Based Learning and Its Effects on Medication Errors and Medication Error Reporting: A Quality Improvement Project, Andrew Mesa, MSN, RN; Christina Vera, PhD, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Alexander Rodriguez-Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN
Increasing Providers’ Awareness of Virtual Reality Therapy for the Management of Pain and Anxiety in Pediatric Patients Perioperatively: An Educational Module, Valencia Miller, Chistina Vera, and Nerlande Fectiluse
Improving the Knowledge of Anesthesia Providers on the Use of Amisulpride vs. Ondansetron as Rescue Treatments for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting: An Educational Module, Mauricio Montes San Martin, Charles Buscemi, and Daniel Fortich
Facilitating Metabolic Screening and Monitoring in Adults Prescribed Antipsychotics, Robert R. Morales
Elevating the Standard of Post-Dural Puncture Headache Treatment: An Educational Module, Alejandra Morato; Christina Vera Dr.; and Jordany Gattorno CRNA, APRN
Reducing Door-to-Balloon Time in STEMI via Interprofessional Collaboration Protocol: A Quality Improvement Project, Lina P. Mosquera Rosales
The Effect of Simulation-Based Training vs. Web-Based Education on Anesthesia Provider Confidence in the Perioperative Management of Malignant Hyperthermia, Jessica Drew Mulet; Valerie Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Yasmine Campbell DNP, CRNA, APRN
The Effect of Simulation-Based Training vs. Web-Based Education on Anesthesia Provider Confidence in the Perioperative Management of Malignant Hyperthermia, Jessica Drew Mulet; Valerie Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Yasmine Campbell DNP, CRNA, APRN
A Teaching Module on the Use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as Part of a Multidisciplinary Treatment Regimen for Patients With Chronic Pain Disorders, Seth Hans Muller, Vicente Gonzalez, and Valerie Diaz
The Perioperative Utilization of Dexmedetomidine vs. Melatonin to Reduce Postoperative Delirium: An Educational Module, Erica Logan Newberry MSN, RN; Yasmine N. Campbell DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE, CHSE; and Patricia Massaro DNP, CRNA, APRN
Education Module on the Efficiency of Pregabalin and Conservative Treatments to Reduce Post-Dural Puncture Headache, Vinh Nguyen; Vicente Gonzalez DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Michael Drossos DNP, CRNA, APRN
Early Identification and Interventions to Mitigate Burnout in Mental Healthcare Nurses-A Quality Improvement Project., Olanrewaju Onigbanjo, Victor Delgado, and Nicholas D. Torres
Decreasing the Incidence of Postoperative Sore Throat in Surgical Patients with the Use of Glidescope Intubation Versus CMAC D Blade Laryngoscopy: An Educational Module, Elliot Ortiz and Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, ARNP, CNE, CHSE
Reduction of the Technical Difficulties Associated with Spinal Anesthesia among Elderly Patients with Difficult Anatomies and Fractures, Sindy Parrado; Christina Vera PhD, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE; and Jainette Fernandez DNP, CRNA, APRN
Reduction of the Technical Difficulties Associated with Spinal Anesthesia among Elderly Patients with Difficult Anatomies and Fractures, Sindy Parrado; Christina Vera, PhD, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE; and Jainette Fernandez DNP, CRNA, APRN
An Educational Intervention for Mental Healthcare Providers to Improve Their Knowledge and Skill in the Assessment and Treatment of Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Utilizing a Treatment Algorithm: A Quality Improvement Project, Jessica Lauren Penate, Deborah Witt Sherman, and Ernesto L. Sarduy
Assessing the Knowledge of Pediatric Healthcare Providers on Mental Health in Children with Chronic Conditions: A Quality Improvement Project, Jennifer Perez
Enhancing Autism Diagnosis: Early Intervention and Support Access for ASD Families, Claudline Pierre-Louis
An Educational Module in the Usage of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) as an Alternative to Epsilon Aminocaproic Acid (EACA) in Cardiac Surgery to Reduce Perioperative Transfusion Requirements: A Quality Improvement Project, Lianet Ramirez MSN, RN; Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Carmen Chan DNP, CRNA
An Educational Module for Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring during Shoulder Surgery in the Beach Chair Position, Priscilla Ramos, MSN, RN and Fernando Alfonso, DNP, CRNA, APRN
An Educational Module for Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring during Shoulder Surgery in the Beach Chair Position, Priscilla Ramos
The Use of Exercise to Manage Chronic Work-Related Stress in the Prevention of Nursing Burnout: A Quality Improvement Project, Rachel J. Shaver and Jean Hannan
DNP, Deborah Witt Sherman and JOSEFINA DORT
The Utilization of Nitrous Oxide During Labor to Enhance Patient Satisfaction: An Educational Module, Sarah Shonty; Fernando Alfonso, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Daniella Narvaez DNP, CRNA, APRN
Comparison of Efficacy of Serratus Anterior Plane Block Versus Thoracic Epidural in Patient Undergoing Thoracic Surgery, Iman Silmi, Fernando Alfonso, and Lissette Lopez Lopez
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
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