Being present: Examining the efficacy of an Internet Mantram Program on RN-delivered patient-centered care. Journal Article

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Authors: Kostovich, CT; Bormann, JE; Gonzalez, B; Hansbrough, W; Kelly, B; Collins, EG
Article Title: Being present: Examining the efficacy of an Internet Mantram Program on RN-delivered patient-centered care.
Abstract: BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted nurses' compassionate presence during stressful conditions. Strategies to reduce workplace stress are needed. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate a stress reduction strategy, an Internet-based Mantram Repetition Program (MRP), for nurses caring for hospitalized Veterans. METHODS: A one group pre-/post-test design was used to assess change in nurses' perceived outcomes after participating in the MRP. A post-test-only design was used to assess hospitalized Veterans' perceptions of nursing presence and satisfaction with care. Qualitative interviews were used to supplement quantitative data. FINDINGS: Patients perceived high levels of presence and satisfaction with care. Post MRP, nurses perceived increased mindfulness, compassion satisfaction, spiritual well-being, and nursing presence. Increased mindfulness was associated with greater compassion satisfaction and less burnout. DISCUSSION: For nurses working on the front lines of patient care, the potential for experiencing stress and burnout is a reality. Participating in a MRP could lessen these effects and facilitate nursing presence.
Journal Title: Nursing outlook
Publisher: Unknown  
Date Published: 2021