DescriptionAbstract
Purpose of Project: The purpose of this project was to improve providers recommendation of
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine among women 27-45 years of age.
Methodology: This quality improvement project took place in Newark, New Jersey and included
provider focused on clinical practice guidelines and recommendations with the aim of improving
HPV vaccine uptake among middle age women. A three-month retrospective and prospective
chart review was conducted and included analysis based on age, ethnicity, and insurance
coverage.
Results: A total of 517 medical records were reviewed and analyzed using two sample t-test of
difference. While Human Papilloma Virus vaccine uptake increased by 3.7% following the HPV
educational intervention; the difference was not statistically significant, t(515)=1.0, p=0.3187.
No statistical significance was found when considering demographics.
Implications for Practice: Low socioeconomic status has been a barrier to vaccination and other
medical resources, and efforts in both states and national level have been successful in
confronting the disparity. Healthcare organizations are prioritizing delivery of safe, effective, and
equitable care. This quality improvement project serves as a bridge of stabilization to delivery of
equal care to women in healthcare practice.