Enhancing Organizational Review and Promoting Sustainability of DNP Student Projects: Implications for Nurse Leaders

J Nurs Adm. 2024 Jul-Aug;54(7-8):397-403. doi: 10.1097/NNA.0000000000001447.

Abstract

This project aimed to evaluate the DNP projects at an academic medical center, assess the sustainability of DNP final projects, and explore potential opportunities to enhance the organizational review processes. The organization's graduate student review committee reviewed DNP projects implemented at the organization over the last 8 years. The sustainability of projects was less than anticipated. Recommendations are provided to enhance the DNP project approval process and improve strategies for sustainability.

MeSH terms

  • Academic Medical Centers / organization & administration
  • Education, Nursing, Graduate* / organization & administration
  • Humans
  • Leadership*
  • Nurse Administrators* / education
  • Program Evaluation
  • Students, Nursing