Affiliation:
1. The University of Texas at Austin, School of Nursing
2. University of Missouri, Sinclair School of Nursing
Abstract
Purpose: Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) make up the largest segment of the long-term care (LTC) setting workforce, however, they are at high risk of job dissatisfaction and burnout. Evidence suggests that mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) might be particularly relevant and useful for CNAs in reducing psychological distress, improving job satisfaction, and reducing burnout, but little research has investigated this possibility. A feasibility study of an online MBI for CNAs in LTC settings was therefore conducted. Methods: CNAs completed assessments at baseline and posttest. Paired t-tests assessed changes in mindfulness, psychological distress (i.e., depressive and anxiety symptoms, and stress), and professional quality of life. Results: Of the 19 CNAs who started the intervention, N = 13 (68%) completed it and provided postintervention data. Depressive symptoms were significantly decreased postintervention (F = 6.26, p = .036, d = .47). Conclusions: MBIs may have beneficial effects for CNAs in LTC settings. Further research with a larger CNA population will increase the power and relevance of these findings, ultimately contributing to the improvement of patient outcomes in LTC.
Funder
Center for Excellence in Aging Services and Long-term Care
Texas State Health and Human Services Commission
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