Date Available
12-6-2020
Year of Publication
2018
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Committee Chair
Dr. Julianne Ossege
Clinical Mentor
Dr. Jo Singleton
Committee Member
Dr. Lynne Jensen
Abstract
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a nurse navigator in increasing colorectal (CRC) screening in primary care setting.
METHODS: This was a descriptive retrospective study of the effect of nurse navigators in increasing colorectal screening in primary care settings within Jefferson county and its surrounding counties. The sample consisted of 200 patient chart reviews for the period of September 1st through December 31st, 2017. Rates of colorectal screening were compared in those who received a nurse navigator call and those who did not.
RESULTS: Overall screening rates were 44.6%. A distinct increase in screening was identified when patients were contacted by a nurse navigator.
CONCLUSION: The study findings support the nurse navigator’s role in colorectal screening. These findings may further help clarify the nurse navigator’s role in cancer screening and treatment plans within communities. Further research is needed using a larger study sample to identify a continuous trend.
Recommended Citation
Njogu, Christine, "Evaluating the Effect of a Nurse Navigator in Increasing Colorectal Screening" (2018). DNP Projects. 237.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/dnp_etds/237
