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A DNP scholarly project translates evidence into practice through problem identification, proposal development, implementation, and evaluation. The DNP project demonstrates a student's ability to lead at the highest level of nursing practice and provides a foundation for future scholarship.
There are many types of DNP Projects, all of which ultimately intend to improve population health.
The development of a DNP project takes commitment, time, and project management skills. To assist in the process, a DNP Faculty Project Chair and community mentors guide students through the experience. Students complete components of the project in three project courses taken over a span of one year. Each course is described below.
Clinical Project I
Clinical Project I
This course focuses on developing a problem statement, completing a needs assessment and conducting a literature review. Students recommend a specific change to address the problem, including a theoretical framework for project development and implementation.
Clinical Project II
Clinical Project II
This course focuses on the developing a project methodology and implementation plans. Students determine outcome measures, and develop a data analysis plan (including any needed tools), timeline, and budget. Implementation of the project begins following IRB approval.
Clinical Project III
Clinical Project III
This course focuses on completing project implementation and data analysis. Findings are disseminated in a variety of ways, including a final scholarly paper and and poster. The course culminates in a 3-minute thesis presentation at a DNP project symposium.
Project Team
Project Team
The DNP project is a team effort. Students work in teams of 2-3 on projects deemed necessary by CSS community partners.
Working with partners help ensure robust projects that will be implemented as planned.
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