RN-BSN Virtual Capstone Project Poster Hall
Student-led research advancing patient care and community health
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About the project
RN-BSN students present theoretical research projects focused on real-world health care challenges and current evidence-based practice. Each project includes a scholarly abstract and short video presentation to discuss their deliverable.
RN-BSN Project Abstracts
A Guide to Address Vaccine Hesitancy Among Russian-speaking Communities
ADDRESSING VACCINE HESITANCY AMONG THE RUSSIAN-SPEAKING COMMUNITIES
BACKGROUND:
Vaccines are an integral part of public health, protecting the population from communicable diseases. They are scient
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A Nursing Approach to Reducing Heart Failure Readmissions: Teach Back Method and Standardized Discharge Education
Abstract
Heart Failure (HF) is one of the leading causes of hospitalization in the United States, with many patients being readmitted frequently.
Readmissions can be linked to gaps in patient learn
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Enhancing Discharge Education in the Emergency Department: A Literature Review of Evidence-Based Strategies to Improve Patient Understanding
Abstract
Effective patient education is a main part of safe nursing, but the fast-paced environment of the Emergency Department (ED) limits the time nurses have for thorough discharge teaching. Many p
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From Burnout to Resilience: Supporting Mental Health in Healthcare Workers
Background: Healthcare workers face significant occupational stress from high workloads,
emotional demands, and staffing shortages, which can lead to burnout and compromised
well-being. This stress
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Hand Hygiene — To reduce the incidence of infections among school-aged children.
Abstract
Public health and prevention of infectious disease transmission start with hand hygiene education and training. Unsatisfactory hand hygiene education and training among high school students
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Implementing video monitoring for fall prevention in hospital units
Patient falls remain a significant safety concern in hospitals, with approximately 700,000 to 1 million falls occurring annually in the United States, and nearly 30% resulting in injury. Despite the u
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Improving Bowel Preparation Quality in Endoscopy: An Evidence-Based Intervention to Reduce Inadequate Preparation Rates
Improving Bowel Preparation Quality in Endoscopy:
An Evidence-Based Intervention to Reduce Inadequate Preparation Rates
Leatha French, RN
Washington State University College of Nursing
NURS 495
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Improving Timeliness and Quality of Wound Treatment in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Abstract
As the aging population, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) are facing more and more challenges. One of the most concerning is delayed or missed wound care because of a high nurse-to-patient r
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Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care Facility
Abstract
Access to reliable transportation is a well-documented social determinant of health (SDOH), particularly among older adults residing in skilled nursing (SNF) and long-term care (LTC) settings
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Pediatric Emergency Protocol “C.A.L.M.”
Pediatric Emergency Protocol “C.A.L.M.”
Background
Pediatric emergency care requires quick, sharp interventions adapted to a mixed population, where physical assessment can mean life or death. R…
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Reducing Preventable Hospital Re-admissions in Heart Failure Patients Through Evidence-Based Nursing Interventions
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF NURSING
Reducing Heart Failure Readmissions Through Post-Discharge Education and Follow-Up
Stefan Ball
NURS 495
Kelsey Pascoe, PhD, RN
March 24, 2026
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Telehealth and Mental Health Access in Rural Communities
In rural areas where individuals face barriers such as a lack of providers, remote location, and limited access to care, mental health disparities continue to be a major concern. By making mental heal
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Think Before You Ride: Brain Safety and Electric Scooters.
Abstract
Electric scooter use has increased significantly in recent years, accompanied by a rise in related injuries. Current literature indicates that many of these injuries involve the head, face,
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Vaccines and Your Child: Answering Common Questions
Abstract
Vaccination recommendations and guidelines are frequently changing, leaving parents to wonder if their child’s vaccines are still safe. Previous research has indicated continued safety and…
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About the RN-BSN Program
The Washington State University College of Nursing RN-BSN program is designed for working registered nurses who want to build on their existing education and advance their careers.
Delivered primarily online, the program offers flexible, asynchronous coursework with the option to start any semester, allowing students to balance school with work and family responsibilities. Instead of traditional clinical hours, students complete practice experiences through community and population health projects and a capstone, applying what they learn directly to real-world settings.
With individualized advising and a focus on leadership, evidence-based practice, and community impact, the RN-BSN program helps nurses expand their skills and open doors to new professional opportunities.
