An effective in-hospital chaplaincy-led care program for nurses: Tea for the soul a qualitative investigation

Tea for the Soul

“…Employees found the activity helpful and supportive, which is consistent with findings from the Callis et al and Keogh et al studies. 17,18 Open-ended comments included feeling valued by management, which is consistent with the findings of Keogh and colleagues. 18 Feeling refreshed was similar to findings by Callis and colleagues.…”

“…17 Feelings and behaviors related to interactions with patients weren't addressed in this study, though they were mentioned in the Callis et al and Keogh et al studies. 17,18 Future evaluations of Tea for the Soul can be strengthened by asking specific questions about these issues. This is important to address given the connection between healthcare worker satisfaction and quality patient care.…”

Effective Holistic Approaches to Reducing Nurse Stress and Burnout During COVID-19

“…28 Other hospitals and health care institutions have brought attention to the need for self-care and peer care through peer support groups, 22 as well as chaplains to provide spiritual or religious care and support. 16,29 Harris and Tao found that being "religious" or "spiritual" has a positive influence on an individual's wellbeing, while being "nonspiritual" has a negative influence on well-being and burnout. 16 Furthermore, some hospitals have implemented "restorative breaks" in designated calm areas or "zen rooms" as a strategy to reduce stress and fatigue.…”

“…Such strategies included staff recognition boards and increased leadership rounding and support to bring about cultural change 28. Other hospitals and health care institutions have brought attention to the need for self-care and peer care through peer support groups,22 as well as chaplains to provide spiritual or religious care and support 16, 29. Harris and Tao found that being “religious” or “spiritual” has a positive influence on an individual's well-being, while being “nonspiritual” has a negative influence on well-being and burnout 16…”

The Role and Value of Chaplains in an Australian Ambulance Service: A Comparative Study of Chaplain and Paramedic Perspectives

“…Studies exploring consumer perspectives of chaplaincy or spiritual care programmes in a range of settings have demonstrated numerous benefits, and in many instances these remain even when the consumer does not share the same personal or religious beliefs as the spiritual care provider (Callis et al, 2021 ; Department of Education & Training, 2018 ; Liefbroer & Nagel, 2021 ). Furthermore, the body of evidence examining the connection between one’s spirituality and health outcomes is significant.…”