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Course Name

Instructor

Session

Essential

Activity

Time Spent

Date

Note

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential I: Scientific Underpinnings for Practice

Appraised literature for inclusion

2 hrs

Sep 3rd 2025

I reviewed and synthesized a number of peer-reviewed studies on evidence-based interventions for enhancing adherence in psychiatric populations. This review helped me understand motivational interviewing, as both a theoretical and practical framework for behavioral change. By comparing interventions and critiquing the quality of the studies, I began to identify gaps in the ways we engage patients that may be addressed with my DNP project. This work was consistent with AONL's competency of Clinical Practice Knowledge in utilizing evidence-informed informed decision-making and strengthened my skills in applying research to clinical frameworks. I now feel more capable of developing an evidence based approach for new, nurse-led, solutions for adherence to psychiatric appointments.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential II: Organizational and Systems Leadership for Quality Improvement

Met with mentor to refine project goals

2.5 hrs

Sep 5th , 2025

I had a meeting with my mentor to discuss how the proposed Motivational Interviewing (MI) Framework fits within the organizational priorities in behavioral health. We reviewed the institution’s data on missed appointments and also identified barriers in workflows that impact follow-up. In this meeting, I was able to learn how to align goals for the project with objectives across the system to improve sustainability. I improved my skills in Leadership and Communication, especially the ability to present evidenced-based suggestions persuasively. I had a better understanding of my role as a leader in supporting system-level change, such as working with multiple departments to improve outcomes in psychiatric care.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential III: Clinical Scholarship and Analytical Methods for Evidence-Based Practice

Developed PICOT question and project framework

3 hrs

Sep 7th , 2025

I refined my PICOT question to read: In adult psychiatric outpatients (P), how does nurse-led motivational interviewing before appointments (I), compared to standard reminders (C), affect adherence rates (O) over an 8-week period (T)? This assignment required the combination of theory, methods, and ethics. I researched evidence-based outcomes, and designing a framework for data collection consistent with best-practice in clinical scholarship. Analytical Methods improved my ability to break down content into measurable, actionable bits. This approach improved my research understanding, variable selection, and data collection reasoning in accordance with project goals.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential III: Clinical Scholarship and Analytical Methods

Consulted with statistician on data strategy

2 hrs

Sep 9th , 2025

I consulted a statistician to study quantitative approaches for measuring appointment attendance. The right statistical tests for categorical data, sample size, and data dependability were discussed. This seminar taught me how to spot patterns and resolve conflicts, which improved my business and analytical skills. Analytical methods equipped me for the mental clinic project and post-intervention assessment. I learned to validate and reproduce results using statistical reasoning.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential VI: Interprofessional Collaboration

Consulted with content expert in psychiatric care

2.5 hrs

Sep 11th , 2025

A psychiatric nurse practitioner who employed motivational interviewing taught me how to prepare clients for meetings. Concerns concerning mental health patients, communication, and culture plagued nurse practitioners. Showing Relationship Management skills and encouraging interprofessional competencies helped everyone learn. I explained how plan collaboration helped healthcare workers communicate. The mental nurse practitioner helped me grasp the pros and cons of evidence-based methods in psychiatric engagement systems.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential II: Organizational and Systems Leadership

Conducted assessment of practice setting

3 hrs

Sep 15th , 2025

I did an environmental study of the psychiatric clinic's preparation for nurse-led motivational interviewing. Staff workload, patient flow, and communication technologies were investigated. This study showed the difficulty to communicate with patients before visits and little follow-up. After the test, I improved processes to become a better Systems Thinker and Leader. The review found that data-driven, assessment-based leadership may alter an organization and match project ideas with system goals.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential VI: Interprofessional Collaboration

Participated in interdisciplinary planning meeting

2 hrs

Sep 18th , 2025

In an interdisciplinary team meeting, I suggested motivational interviewing to help people maintain appointments. Working with psychologists, social workers, and case managers taught me patient involvement. The AONL Communication and Relationship Building skills have enhanced my communication and negotiation abilities. I also got input on how to enhance my intervention materials for interprofessional practice and workflow.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential V: Health Care Policy for Advocacy

Drafted policy proposal on adherence improvement

3 hrs

Sep 21st 2025

According to my policy brief, motivating interviews should be institutionalized and routine in mental treatment before appointments. It prioritized patient outcomes and prevented no-shows to save money and comply with laws. This increased my advocacy and policy writing, leadership, and business skills. This program showed how DNP nurses affect evidence-based policy, the economy, and patient safety. The experience showed how DNP-prepared nurses may influence care policy and spurred my passion to promote systemic mental health reform.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential II: Organizational Leadership

Conducted SWOT analysis for project feasibility

2.5 hrs

Oct 3rd ,2025

The SWOT analysis revealed that the use of motivational interviewing in mental health clinics had its strong points, weak points, opportunities, and difficulties. The involvement of top management and nurses strengthened the project notwithstanding the drawbacks that were discovered. This contributed to my acquiring Strategic Leadership skills necessary for my firm and future planning. In addition to providing a metric for improving the communication channel and leveraging resources for the project's long-term sustainability, it validated the effectiveness of evidence-based leadership in overcoming opposition to change.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential VI: Interprofessional Collaboration

Facilitated communication workshop for staff

3 hrs

Oct 5th ,2025

I put together a small workshop on communication with nursing and behavioral health staff on motivational interviewing strategies and barriers to engagement with patients. The workshop created an opportunity for open discussion, which promoted teamwork and empathy in staff. As part of the workshop, I used Conflict Resolution and Communication competencies to mediate differing opinions and establish consensus related to best practices. This conference strengthened my confidence in leading teamwork by creating an inclusive culture that will support success and sustainability of any DNP construction intervention I may initiate in my practice.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential VII: Clinical Prevention and Population Health

Analyzed epidemiologic data on psychiatric follow-up trends

2.5 hrs

Oct 8th , 2025

In order to examine changes in adherence to psychiatric evidence-based practice recommendations and risk variables related to adherence, I examined epidemiologic data at the state and national levels. Socioeconomic characteristics seemed to be a barrier to maintaining service attendance, according to the epidemiologic data. I was able to translate the data's results into implications for identifying target demographics for more engagement and intervention planning by using my Knowledge of the Healthcare Environment abilities. My knowledge of population health principles has increased as a result of this research, which also reaffirmed the need of nursing interventions that are fair, just, and culturally relevant in order to enhance the health of community psychiatric care participants in behavioral health systems.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential IV: Information Systems/Technology

Evaluated digital tracking tools for patient engagement

3 hrs

Oct 9th , 2025

I looked over a number of mobile apps and electronic health record modules that may collect information on patient engagement and remind patients of appointments. Cost, privacy, and compatibility were my priorities. I employed information management and technology to enhance motivational interview and performance assessment tools. This training boosted my research abilities and use of digital tools and technology in project planning by considering data quality and the requirement to optimize the care team's workflow.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential VIII: Advanced Nursing Practice

Reflected on leadership growth and ethical decision-making

3 hrs

Oct 11th, 2025

I used reflective journaling to reflect on and assess my approaches to leadership development, while keeping in mind the ethical dilemmas experienced during project planning. Through the process of reflection, I was able to identify areas of growth for myself, including resilience in communication, delegation, and being accountable for the decision-making that I make in a leadership position. I was able to employ all the Professional Accountability competencies to make concurrent connections between my theoretical learning and clinical leadership practice. Overall, this reflective activity increased my self-awareness as a DNP-prepared nurse who is competent to ethically lead changes and improvements in evidence-based practice.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential II: Organizational and Systems Leadership for Quality Improvement

Attended quality improvement meeting on behavioral health metrics

2 hrs

Oct 14th, 2025

I was involved in an improvement meeting surrounding behavioral health metrics and ways to improve appointment adherence. Much of the conversation revolved around workflow redesign and engagement metrics with patients. I assisted the discussion by outlining how nurse-led motivational interviewing could serve as a communication bridge between the staff and patients to close the gap. I feel that this meeting supported my Leadership and Systems Thinking competencies by allowing me to analyze real-time challenges and present straightforward remediation. I learned about resource allocation and performance evaluation. The opportunity has stressed the necessity for leaders who are not only visible but also take an active part in the provision of high-quality healthcare throughout the whole process from delivery to lower risk, making sure that treatment is safe and effective, patient experience is enhanced, and institution productivity is increased.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential III: Clinical Scholarship and Analytical Methods for Evidence-Based Practice

Prepared evaluation tools for project outcome tracking

2.5 hrs

Oct 16th, 2025

I designed assessment tools to measure attendance and patient satisfaction before and after the intervention. Every instrument used to gather data was designed to be easily accessible and compatible with electronic health records and clinic policy. My analytical and performance improvement skills increased as a result of this procedure, which focused on monitoring quantifiable improvements over time. In order to make sure the data gathering techniques were legitimate and moral, I worked with my mentor. In order to rationalize project evaluation in practice connected to performance improvement and continuous quality improvement, I developed a wide range of abilities in creating competent, sustainable, and data-informed systems. By developing assessment instruments that guide practice, such as improving patient care outcomes, this work further cemented the position of DNP leaders in scholarship.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential VI: Interprofessional Collaboration for Improving Patient and Population Health Outcomes

Consulted with administrative leader about project implementation

2 hrs

Oct 17th, 2025

In order to discuss how to include motivational interviewing into the pre-appointment procedure, I met with the clinical administrative director. Understanding how to design the budget, schedule, and training was made easier by this meeting. The interprofessional discussion demonstrated how the Relationship Management and Business Skills skills integrate cross-departmental cooperation and negotiation. I gained knowledge on how to use data and results that support the organization's long-term aims to demonstrate the project's advantages. This conference served as an example of how interprofessional cooperation fosters shared accountability and a common goal for change, both of which are critical for maintaining quality gains in outpatient psychiatric settings.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential V: Health Care Policy for Advocacy

Met with policy team to discuss reimbursement strategies

2.5 hrs

Oct 18th, 2025

I participated in a meeting that discussed with the organization's policy and billing departments the reimbursement models of motivational interviewing intervention. By the use of the current insurance plan codes and quality-based incentive programs, this conference was able to analyze how those practices that involve patients in their treatment will be compensated. It was this experience that not only improved my advocacy and financial management skills but also helped me develop an understanding of the connection between clinical innovation and health policy. One of the most crucial aspects of policy is its role in the health services sector, particularly with regard to providers of health care. It was a confirmation of the role of a DNP-prepared nurse as changemaker within the administrative structures and a reinforcement of my commitment to the promotion and support of the intentional policies that govern nurse-led initiatives.

DNP 7150

Dr. Rafael Camejo

Spring 2025

Essential VII: Clinical Prevention and Population Health

Created patient education brochure on appointment adherence

2 hrs

Oct 19th, 2025

To educate the patients about sticking to their appointments and the potential of motivational interviewing to help, I prepared a brochure. The brochure was designed using lucid language, graphics relevant to the culture, and QR codes leading to online information. Through this project, patients taught the community the importance of speaking and effective communication in making health care accessible. This experience gave me an insight into the fact that teaching materials can be of great help to people in their mental health management. Nurses can help patients and physicians communicate better, improving appointment attendance and treatment access, according to this study.