DNP Projects

Date of Award

8-5-2025

Document Type

Graduate Paper

Degree Name

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Department

Nursing

First Advisor

Mary Larson

Second Advisor

Jennicer Peterson

Subject Categories

Nursing

Abstract

A Central Minnesota College, in collaboration with local community partners, sought to provide access to medical care for an underserved population while offering opportunities for graduate and undergraduate nursing education. They achieved this by establishing a faculty-led clinic in a high-poverty level area in Central Minnesota, where nearly 7% of the population under the age of 65 lacked health insurance (U.S. Census Bureau, 2024). Research was completed on clinic workflows and processes, as well as many interviews with clinics and community members throughout Minnesota. With this data, a clinic workflow, job description list, and services offered were created. This information supported the launch of the free, faculty-led clinic aimed at advancing health equity in Central Minnesota while educating undergraduate and graduate students.

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