Mental well-being of intensive care unit nurses after the second surge of the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional and longitudinal study

Heesakkers, Hidde; Zegers, Marieke; Mol, Margo van; Boogaard, Mark van den

doi:10.1016/j.iccn.2022.103313

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“…These prevalence estimates were lower when compared to screening instruments ( Scott et al, 2023 ). Although the occurrence of mental health symptoms remained equally high between the first (March until June 2020) and the second surge (October 2020 to June 2021), Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurses were more likely to experience work-related fatigue ( Heesakkers et al, 2023 ).…”

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Mobile opportunity against stress: Open study protocol on the effectiveness of a mobile platform for stress self-management in the post-pandemic era

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Mobile health platforms have shown promise in the management of various mental health conditions (including stress, anxiety, and depression) and cognitive behavioral strategies emerged as a popular and effective option offered by the platforms. This paper presents the protocol of a study aimed to test the effectiveness of a mobile platform that uses cognitive-behavioral strategies for stress self-management in the Tuscany region (Italy). The mobile app is adapted to the specific needs of each vulnerable population for which it is designed: young and older people, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs. The app will be evaluated on the following outcomes: (i) perceived susceptibility and severity of the pandemic situation, perceived benefits, and costs of preventive health behaviors, (ii) knowledge about Covid-19 preventive behaviors and negative consequences of social distancing, (iii) stress and psychopathological symptoms (i.e., anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms) and cognitive distortions. If successful, we expect that the platform could give various groups clinical benefits by providing symptom self-monitoring and early intervention, consolidating the number of mental health programs available, and decreasing barriers to treatment-seeking. This population-level approach has the potential to improve mental health outcomes in pandemic periods for many people.

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Mobile opportunity against stress: Open study protocol on the effectiveness of a mobile platform for stress self-management in the post-pandemic era

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“…The latest report of the International Council of Nurses (Buchan & Catton, 2023) revealed that the COVID‐19 pandemic resulted in a severe nursing workforce shortage. This worldwide shortage is compounded by nurses' psychological distress (Heesakkers et al, 2023; Molina‐Mula et al, 2022), burnout (Grande et al, 2022), demotivation and a high turnover rate (Lavoie‐Tremblay et al, 2022; Schug et al, 2022). These occurrences significantly influenced the capacity to recover and rebuild the global nursing workforce, notably becoming increasingly problematic among developing countries (Buchan & Catton, 2023).…”

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Nursing students' perceived stress, social support, self‐efficacy, resilience, mindfulness and psychological well‐being: A structural equation model

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Lopez

Grande

2023

Int J Mental Health Nurs

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Nursing students' stress, protective factors (e.g. resilience, social support, mindfulness and self‐efficacy) and psychological well‐being (PWB) have been well reported in the literature. However, the interactions of these variables were scarcely examined in the latter part of the COVID‐19 pandemic and in the context of a developing country. This cross‐sectional correlational study complying with STROBE guidelines tested a hypothetical model of the interrelationships of nursing students' stress, protective factors and PWB using structural equation modelling (SEM). Nursing students (n = 776) from five nursing schools in the Philippines were conveniently recruited from September 2022 to January 2023. Six validated self‐report scales (Perceived Stress Scale, Multi‐dimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, Generalized Self‐Efficacy Scale, Connor–Davidson Resilience Scale, Mindful Attention Awareness Scale, and Psychological Wellbeing Scale) were used to collect data. SEM, mediation analyses and path analyses were used for data analysis. The emerging model demonstrated acceptable model fit parameters. Stress negatively impacted protective factors, while all the protective factors positively influenced PWB. Social support mediated the influence of stress on resilience, mindfulness and PWB. Resilience is a significant mediator of stress, self‐efficacy, social support and PWB. Mindfulness mediated the influence of stress, social support and self‐efficacy on PWB. Finally, self‐efficacy had a mediating role between resilience and mindfulness. Nursing institutions and nurse educators can use the proposed model as their basis for empirical and theoretical evidence in creating programmes that will strengthen nursing students' protective factors, thus reducing stress while improving PWB and learning outcomes.

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“…In addition, the corona pandemic has taken its toll on the nursing workforce and increased the risk of drop out due to mental problems. Recent nationwide surveys among ICU nurses in the Netherlands showed that one in three are considering quitting their job [17,18]. As a result of the growing shortage of ICU nurses, the workload increases, and this puts additional pressure on the remaining staf [18,19].…”

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“…Recent nationwide surveys among ICU nurses in the Netherlands showed that one in three are considering quitting their job [17,18]. As a result of the growing shortage of ICU nurses, the workload increases, and this puts additional pressure on the remaining staf [18,19].…”

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What Are the Factors That Influence Job Satisfaction of Nurses Working in the Intensive Care Unit? A Multicenter Qualitative Study

Hesselink

Branje

Zegers

2023

Journal of Nursing Management

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Aim. To explore and describe the factors that influence the job satisfaction of nurses working in the intensive care unit (ICU). Background. High turnover and dropout rates of nurses currently put pressure on the accessibility and quality of ICU care. Job satisfaction is an important predictor for turnover. However, there is little knowledge about the factors that enhance or frustrate the job satisfaction of ICU nurses. Methods. A qualitative descriptive study was conducted from March to July 2022. Semistructured interviews were held with 23 registered nurses who were purposively sampled from the ICU in four hospitals in the Netherlands. Interview transcripts were analyzed by using a thematic content analysis approach. Results. Six themes emerged: (1) being part of a solid team; (2) professional autonomy; (3) competence development; (4) appreciation of work by others; (5) work content; and (6) human resource management. Interviewees described the importance of being part of a team, having professional autonomy and opportunities to develop and remain challenged as a professional. In practice, these needs are often not met. Interviewees expressed their own role in meeting these needs by taking charge in situations, being eager to learn, and actively looking for ways to keep work attractive. Recognition and appreciation for their work are important catalysts for staying motivated. Monotonous work, poor leadership, and bureaucracy reduced their job satisfaction. Conclusion. Our findings provide deeper insight into a range of factors that influence the job satisfaction of ICU nurses and may also apply to nurses in other settings. Practical recommendations are given for keeping the nursing profession attractive for the current and future generation. Implications for Nursing Management. Findings emphasize the importance of optimizing nurses’ work conditions by investing in their social embeddedness, professional autonomy, opportunities for competence development, and appreciation of work.

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Mental well-being of intensive care unit nurses after the second surge of the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional and longitudinal study

Cited by 14 publications

References 43 publications

Mobile opportunity against stress: Open study protocol on the effectiveness of a mobile platform for stress self-management in the post-pandemic era

Mobile opportunity against stress: Open study protocol on the effectiveness of a mobile platform for stress self-management in the post-pandemic era

Nursing students' perceived stress, social support, self‐efficacy, resilience, mindfulness and psychological well‐being: A structural equation model

What Are the Factors That Influence Job Satisfaction of Nurses Working in the Intensive Care Unit? A Multicenter Qualitative Study

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