Abstract
Objectives: To increase the knowledge of 80 percent of HCPs at JDH Medical group on the utilization of EBP vaccination protocols in assisting elderly Hispanics as guided by pre- and posttest assessments. Also, within a year of successful implementation, all HCPs within the JDH Medical Group should be efficient in the utilization of EBP vaccination procedures for this group as supported by group interviews, health records, and self-assessment measures.
Motivation/Background: The elderly are among the United States’ at-risk population concerning influenza, herpes zoster, tetanus, and pneumonia. Within this group are the Hispanics, who are at an even higher risk due to increasing disparities in healthcare service delivery (Cruzeta, Schneider, and Traebert, 2013; and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2016). This project determined the use of EB vaccination screening protocols by healthcare providers (HCPs) in improving the efficiency of immunization guidelines tied elderly Hispanics in Miami-Dade area’s community health environment across 8 to 10 weeks.
Methods: The integrated theory of health behavior change developed by Polly Ryan served as the leading ideology for the project. The theory holds that behavioral changes remain vital for dynamic and iterative processes in healthcare. This framework seeks further strength in the Lewin’s Change Theory as applied to essential nursing projects (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2011). The model, summarized in three stages, is appropriate for its important emphasis on the restraint and driving forces linked to vaccination among Hispanic Americans. The project further follows both summative and formative data evaluation techniques as a way of identifying areas worth modification based on the desirable results (Chang, et al., 2014).
Results/Conclusion: The project found that elderly Hispanics represented a largely underserved minority group concerning immunization. The idea is that most of them lack the linguistic skills and insurance for proper health care access. In conclusion, there is a growing need for HCPs to implement EBP screening protocols as a way of improving immunization and adherence to vaccination guidelines for members of this community. The project is exceptionally vital for RNs, medical assistants, and physicians in and out of JDH Medical Group allied to the Hispanic population.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2016). Recommended adult Immunization Schedule: United States. Retrieved from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: http://www.cdc.gov./vaccines/schedules/hcp/adult.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2011). Enhancing the use of Clinical Preventive Services among older Adults: Closing the gap. Retrieved from Centeres for Disease Control and Prevention: http://www.cdc.gov/aging/pdf/clinical_preventive_services_closing_the_gap_report.pdf
Chang, S., Leung, D., Leung, A., Lam, C., Hun, I., Chu, D., & Yuen, K. (2014). A nurse Delivered Brief Health Education Intervention to Improve Pneumococcal Vaccination rate among Older Patients with Chronic Diseases: A Clustered Randomized Control Trial . International Journal of Nursing Studies, 52 (1), 317-324.
Cruzeta, A. P., Scneider, J., & Traebert, J. (2013). Impact of seasonality and annual immunization of elderly people upon influenza-related hospitalization rates. International Journal of Infectious Diseases 17(12), 1194-1197.
Conference
I submit this abstract for review and consideration in readiness for the 2017 tenth National Doctors of Nursing Practice Conference held in New Orleans. This conference will follow the team “Celebrating ten years: Diversity and inclusion in practice.” The event is a brainchild of the Doctors of Nursing Practice, Inc.’s “National Doctors of Nursing Practice Conference (NDNPC).” The NDNPC is part of an organization founded by APRNs for the enhancement of nursing and DNP degree.
The overall objective here is the ultimate improvement of patient health care outcomes. The purpose of my submission further aligns with NDNPC’s objective to attain the communication requirements of nursing professionals interested in pursuing the DNP program. As suggested, the NDNPC’s objective is to enhance health care outcomes through the promotion of DNP qualifications. In essence, the NDNPC places emphasis on the provision of quality, accurate, and timely information. Further, the conference supports and develops those already in the field by promoting practice innovation. My interest in the tenth conference follows the idea that there is a need to open discussions and dialogue in ways that support APRN practices in multicultural America.
This conference opens up the profession for EB practices that demonstrate a universal respect for others through integrity and honesty. Notably, it offers a forum for APRNs to reflect on the achievements of the profession through the past decade. Second, the tenth NDNPC explores some of the ways in which the American diversity contributes to impacts and strengths of APRNs to vulnerable populations. Furthermore, through this conference, my paper will highlight some of the ways DNPs can reduce the adverse effects of health differences for elderly Hispanic Americans. Finally, given this conference, I have a chance to share some of the inclusive and innovative ideas suggested for solving EBP and vaccination challenges affecting this population.
