2026 Poster Presenters

Each poster being displayed at Nursing Research on the Green is listed below with assigned number, project title, and presenter name. Poster photos will be displayed post-event.

1

Efficacy of a Motivational Interviewing Module in Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Graduate Education

Alexis Mandel BSN, RN, DNP-FNP Student

Kathleen Elertson DNP, APNP, CPNP-PC, FNP-BC

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh

2

Preoperative Pain Education for Total Joint Arthroplasties

Brooke Langen BS, DE-MSN student; Christina Goodwin BS, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

3

Enhancing Pesticide Safety Through CHW Interventions in Migrant Agricultural Workers

Emily Higgins BS, DE-MSN student; Emma Steele BS, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

4

Understanding Opioid Use Disorder: An Investigation into the Efficacy of Current Treatment Options

Lukas Bekkedal BS, EMT-B; Blake Laufenberg, BS

Viterbo University

5

Advancing Cultural Safety Through a Proposed Multidisciplinary Immersion Course at Pine Ridge Reservation

Robin Haugh DNP, RN, WCC

Viterbo University

6

Barriers to Implementation of Early Mobilization in Mechanically Ventilated ICU Patients

David Pielhop, DE-MSN student; Chayse Wozney, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

7

Nurse-Led Care Coordination to Improve Glycemic Control in Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes

Morgan Olson BS, DE-MSN student; Ashlee Wittig BS, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

8

Synchronous Online Versus In-Person Group Diabetes Self-Management Education: A Quality Improvement Plan for Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes

Sreepriya Anup Menon BAMS, DE-MSN student; Charline Doronio, BA

Viterbo University

9

Enhancing Respiratory Health and Air‑Quality Awareness in Adults with Chronic Cardiopulmonary Conditions Through Education

Madison Engel BS, DE-MSN student; Drew Hellickson BS, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

10

Environmental Management in Prevention for ICU Delirium

Peighten Whisman BS, DE-MSN student; Kendra Hartmann BSHS, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

11

Prophylactic Silicone Foam Dressings for Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries in ICU Patients

Cassidy Anderegg BS, DE-MSN student; Bri Lukaszewski BS, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

12

The Effectiveness of Human Milk in Comparison to Formula Feedings in the Reduction of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Preterm Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Patients

Brooke Schilling; Riley Schiernbeck; Jennifer Rosas

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

13

Kangaroo Mother Care in Improving Outcomes for Premature Infants

Emma Kasella; Kirsten Sims; Ella Fry

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

14

The Influence of Aromatherapies on Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Pediatric Patients

Alexis Blackburn; Genna Loween, Lauryn Skoruppa, Makiah Cook

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

15

Nutritional Interventions Effectiveness at Mitigating Muscle Atrophy and Malnutrition with Critically Ill Patients in the ICU.

Susan Mettler; Sara Miller; Yaquelinne Thomas Coronado

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

16

The Effectiveness of the LUCAS Device Versus Manual Compressions on Survival Outcomes in Adult Cardiac Arrest Patients

Anna Peckosh; Kylie Faerber; Alaina Botz; Mikayla Vasilevich

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

17

Enhancing Knowledge and Recognition of Sepsis through Virtual Reality-Based Education for Nurses

Justin Bartol DE-MSN student; Cece Toenjes DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

18

AI Video Monitoring for Fall Reduction in Memory Care Facilities

Christina Massman BS; Sela Kreiling BSPH

Viterbo University DEMSN

19

Utilizing Artificial Intelligence Based Speech Analysis for Heart Failure Management and Reducing 30-Day Hospital Readmissions

Jenna McCarthy BS, DE-MSN Student; Rachel Decker BS, DE-MSN Student

Viterbo University

20

Impact of Nonpharmacological Pain Management During Labor Compared to Pharmacological Interventions

Mackenzie Hicks BSW, DE-MSN student; Sarrianna Hoffer, BA

Viterbo University

21

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Improved Postoperative Knee Surgery Outcomes

Makenzie Brown BS; Ashley Adams BS

Viterbo University

22

Impact of Nurse-Driven Catheter Removal Protocols on the Incidence of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections in Hospitalized Adults

Sheila M. Teboh BS, DE-MSN student; Lanie Trautsch BS, DE-MSN student

Viterbo University

23

Peer-to-Peer Teaching in the Clinical Skills Laboratory: Enhancing Nursing Students’ Skills and Learning Experience

Ellen Goslee DNP, WHNP, CNE, RN; Jessica Ramirez DNP, RN

Winona State University

25

Bridging the Gap for Patients: Transforming Care with Remote Patient Monitoring Home Telehealth

Marcy Engebretson MSN-Ed, PMHNP-BC, RN

Lisa Marie Greenwood EdD, MSN, APRN, CNS, WOCN

Tomah VAMC

26

Burnout: Highlighting the Need for Resilience and Support in Hospice Nursing

Anna Clements BS, DE-MSN Student; Grace Corlis BS, DE-MSN Student

Viterbo University

27

Palliative Care Consult Triggers and its Effects on Cost of Care and Resource Utilization

Kassidy Brunoni BS, DE-MSN student; Erik Rogers BS

Viterbo University

28

Implementation of a Nurse-led Interview for Prevention of Pressure Injuries

Gwyneth Skogen MASL, DE-MSN student; Olivia Taylor

Viterbo University

31

Vicarious Trauma in the Emergency Department: Staff Perceptions

Hayley Kaschner BSN, RN; Elizabeth R. Wundrow BSN, RN

Dawn Steffes AAS; Serina Johnson DNP, RN, PHN

Emplify Health by Gundersen

32

Breast Reconstruction Surgery Patient Education Evaluation

Alicia Ames BSN, RN

Dawn Steffes AAS; Serina Johnson DNP, RN, PHN; Matthew Guzzo MD

Emplify Health by Gundersen

33

Reducing Hospital-Acquired Anemia Using Small-Volume Blood Collection Tubes: A Secondary Data Simulation

Nathan Fleming BSN, RN

Mary C. Oldenburg MS, RHIT; Dawn Steffes AAS; Emma Dunn MHA; Serina Johnson DNP, RN, PHN; Alaina Webb MD

Emplify Health by Gundersen

34

Supporting and Nurturing Development (S.A.N.D.) Model: A Nurse Mentorship Program Evaluation

Holly Carlson BSN, RN, CEN, SANE-T

Emily Radcliffe DNP, APRN, FNP-C; Dawn Steffes AAS; Serina Johnson DNP, RN, PHN; Jennifer Gilbertson MSN, RNC-OB, RNC-IAP, C-EFM, RNC-MNN

Emplify Health by Gundersen

35

Moving Forward: How a Post-Discharge Exercise Program is Changing the Game for Behavioral Health Readmissions

Kristin Soland BAN, CPHQ, PCN, RN

Quyen Huynh; Emily Flannery BSN, RN; Serina Johnson DNP, RN, PHN

Emplify Health by Gundersen

36

Specialty Onboarding Pathway: A Program Evaluation

Alea Armstrong BSN, RN

Laura Blaken MSN, RN; Dawn Steffes AAS; Serina Johnson DNP, RN, PHN

Emplify Health by Gundersen

37

Staff Perceptions of the Virtual Nurse Role on Inpatient Units

Serina Johnson DNP, RN, PHN; Alexis Smith; Aubrey Lindahl BSN, RN

Alexis Smith; Aubrey Lindahl BSN, RN; Jayne Edlin MHA; Dawn Steffes AAS; Taylor Peck MSN, RN

Emplify Health by Gundersen

Nursing Research on the Green

2026 Poster Presenters

1

Efficacy of a Motivational Interviewing Module in Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Graduate Education

Alexis Mandel BSN, RN, DNP-FNP Student

Kathleen Elertson DNP, APNP, CPNP-PC, FNP-BC

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh

2

Preoperative Pain Education for Total Joint Arthroplasties

Brooke Langen BS, DE-MSN student; Christina Goodwin BS, DE-MSN student

​

Viterbo University

3

Enhancing Pesticide Safety Through CHW Interventions in Migrant Agricultural Workers

Emily Higgins BS, DE-MSN student; Emma Steele BS, DE-MSN student

​

Viterbo University

4

Understanding Opioid Use Disorder: An Investigation into the Efficacy of Current Treatment Options

Lukas Bekkedal BS, EMT-B; Blake Laufenberg, BS

​

Viterbo University

5

Advancing Cultural Safety Through a Proposed Multidisciplinary Immersion Course at Pine Ridge Reservation

Robin Haugh DNP, RN, WCC

​

Viterbo University

6

Barriers to Implementation of Early Mobilization in Mechanically Ventilated ICU Patients

David Pielhop, DE-MSN student; Chayse Wozney, DE-MSN student

​

Viterbo University

7

Nurse-Led Care Coordination to Improve Glycemic Control in Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes

Morgan Olson BS, DE-MSN student; Ashlee Wittig BS, DE-MSN student

​

Viterbo University

8

Synchronous Online Versus In-Person Group Diabetes Self-Management Education: A Quality Improvement Plan for Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes

Sreepriya Anup Menon BAMS, DE-MSN student; Charline Doronio, BA

​

Viterbo University

9

Enhancing Respiratory Health and Air‑Quality Awareness in Adults with Chronic Cardiopulmonary Conditions Through Education

Madison Engel BS, DE-MSN student; Drew Hellickson BS, DE-MSN student

​

Viterbo University

10

Environmental Management in Prevention for ICU Delirium

Peighten Whisman BS, DE-MSN student; Kendra Hartmann BSHS, DE-MSN student

​

Viterbo University

11

Prophylactic Silicone Foam Dressings for Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries in ICU Patients

Cassidy Anderegg BS, DE-MSN student; Bri Lukaszewski BS, DE-MSN student

​

Viterbo University

12

The Effectiveness of Human Milk in Comparison to Formula Feedings in the Reduction of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Preterm Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Patients

Brooke Schilling; Riley Schiernbeck; Jennifer Rosas

​

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

13

Kangaroo Mother Care in Improving Outcomes for Premature Infants

Emma Kasella; Kirsten Sims; Ella Fry

​

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

14

The Influence of Aromatherapies on Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Pediatric Patients

Alexis Blackburn; Genna Loween, Lauryn Skoruppa, Makiah Cook

​

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

15

Nutritional Interventions Effectiveness at Mitigating Muscle Atrophy and Malnutrition with Critically Ill Patients in the ICU.

Susan Mettler; Sara Miller; Yaquelinne Thomas Coronado

​

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

16

The Effectiveness of the LUCAS Device Versus Manual Compressions on Survival Outcomes in Adult Cardiac Arrest Patients

Anna Peckosh; Kylie Faerber; Alaina Botz; Mikayla Vasilevich