Advisor(s)
Angela Spallinger
Confirmation
1
Document Type
Poster
Location
ONU McIntosh Center; Activities Room
Start Date
24-4-2026 11:00 AM
End Date
24-4-2026 11:50 AM
Abstract
Abstract
Problem: Children’s cognitive, physical, and social development are influenced by vision. This means that early interventions in school-aged children are critical. While school-based vision screenings are standardized and effective in identifying visual deficits, post-screening follow-up rates with eyecare professionals remain low. This trend is especially prevalent in underserved school districts, perpetuating systemic healthcare gaps.
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether the rates of follow-up eye care among school-aged students who fail vision screening will improve following the implementation of school nurse facilitated follow-up communication and referral tracking bundle.
Methods: This study will utilize a quasi-experimental design to evaluate the effects of a school nurse facilitated communication bundle on student follow-up rates. The school nurse will utilize a variety of communication methods, including family education and a barriers assessment. To measure outcomes, follow-up rates will be compared between pre- and post-intervention academic years. In addition, demographic data will be collected to determine the impact of barriers on follow-up.
Conclusion: It is expected that the nurse facilitated communication bundle will increase provider follow-up after failed vision screenings. The utilization of a standardized communication bundle in addition to government regulated in-school vision screenings allows for a wider range of healthcare barriers to be addressed than in methods with either a single intervention or no intervention.
Recommended Citation
Johnston, Natalie Autumn, "Implementing a School Nurse-Facilitated Communication and Tracking Bundle to Improve Vision Care Follow-Up Rates" (2026). ONU Student Research Colloquium. 52.
https://digitalcommons.onu.edu/student_research_colloquium/2026/Posters/52
Implementing a School Nurse-Facilitated Communication and Tracking Bundle to Improve Vision Care Follow-Up Rates
ONU McIntosh Center; Activities Room
Abstract
Problem: Children’s cognitive, physical, and social development are influenced by vision. This means that early interventions in school-aged children are critical. While school-based vision screenings are standardized and effective in identifying visual deficits, post-screening follow-up rates with eyecare professionals remain low. This trend is especially prevalent in underserved school districts, perpetuating systemic healthcare gaps.
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether the rates of follow-up eye care among school-aged students who fail vision screening will improve following the implementation of school nurse facilitated follow-up communication and referral tracking bundle.
Methods: This study will utilize a quasi-experimental design to evaluate the effects of a school nurse facilitated communication bundle on student follow-up rates. The school nurse will utilize a variety of communication methods, including family education and a barriers assessment. To measure outcomes, follow-up rates will be compared between pre- and post-intervention academic years. In addition, demographic data will be collected to determine the impact of barriers on follow-up.
Conclusion: It is expected that the nurse facilitated communication bundle will increase provider follow-up after failed vision screenings. The utilization of a standardized communication bundle in addition to government regulated in-school vision screenings allows for a wider range of healthcare barriers to be addressed than in methods with either a single intervention or no intervention.