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The Impact of Cultural Awareness Education on Cultural Competence Among New Graduate Nurses
No full textThe purpose of this study is to determine whether traditional nursing education aligns and correlates with formal cultural awareness education of new graduate nurses, and how they translate their practice into culturally competent care. The research studies I selected for my project were qualitative research, systematic reviews, and current nursing students\u27 responses. This evidence showcases that providing educational interventions to incorporate cultural awareness in education would add to the competency of newly graduated nurses. Individualized care is emphasized in the traditional nursing curriculum framework, but there should be a form of cultural awareness training. Educational interventions ranged from webinars and travel-abroad programs to transcultural education; the authors assessed student proficiency using a pre-post-test design. The results indicated that implementing a proposed educational intervention about cultural awareness improved the competency of newly graduated nurses in the clinical work setting. As part of my research, I conducted polls with nursing students at Purdue University Northwest, which showed tangible proof of the relevance students assign to cultural awareness in the healthcare system. Culturally competent care is fundamental in nursing. The profession is based on providing high-quality care to patients from different backgrounds and cultures in order to enhance patient outcomes
Describing the Impact of Nursing Courtesy and Friendliness on Patient Satisfaction
No full textINTRODUCTION: Patient satisfaction in healthcare is significantly influenced by nurse-patient interactions, where attributes like friendliness, courtesy, and effective communication play crucial roles. This study aims to identify specific components of these attributes that enhance patient satisfaction, providing insights for targeted interventions, such as communication training, to improve nurse-patient interactions and overall patient-centered care.
BACKGROUND: Patient satisfaction reflects how content patients feel with the care they receive, aligning their preferences and expectations with the healthcare provided. Nurses, who are pivotal in patient care, can greatly influence this experience. The friendliness and courtesy displayed by nurses not only foster trust but create a positive environment for patients. In the absence of such rapport, the patient experience may suffer, necessitating further exploration of the factors affecting satisfaction.
AIM: This study aims to describe the relationship between nursing courtesy and friendliness and patient satisfaction in the Outpatient Department (OPD).
SETTING AND DESIGN: Utilizing a quantitative cross-sectional design, the research was conducted in the OPD of King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre-Jeddah, a facility with 390 beds and multiple care domains, including 10 OPD clinics.
METHODS: A random sampling approach was employed, with data collection occurring over three months (January to March 2023), excluding Pediatrics and Neuro clinics. The total number of patients seen was 37,554, with a calculated sample size of 381 patients.
RESULTS: Analysis of the responses from 381 patients revealed generally high levels of satisfaction with nursing care across various dimensions—despite demographic differences in age, gender, and nationality. Patients rated nurses positively in terms of attitude, communication, respect, and involvement in care decisions. Minor variations in satisfaction scores were noted among different age groups but were not consistent across all questions.
CONCLUSION: This study underscores the importance of understanding how nurse friendliness and courtesy impact patient satisfaction, contributing to the enhancement of patient-centered care. By addressing this research gap, findings can aid ongoing efforts to improve the quality of healthcare and patient outcomes through improved interpersonal interactions between nurses and patient
Transformative Nursing Education: Mindfulness and Spirituality for Sustainable Work Environments
No full textObjective: To explore the experiences of undergraduate nursing students practicing mindfulness and spirituality as part of their nursing education.
Background: Integrating mindfulness and spirituality into nursing education fosters holistic development and equips students with concrete skills to transform their future workplaces.
Design: Qualitative descriptive phenomenological approach using semi-structured interviews.
Methods: Data analysis followed a descriptive phenomenological approach (Husserl, 1933).
Results: Six primary themes emerged: 1) Valuing Connection, 2) Strength in Spirituality, 3) Investing in the Future, 4) Protecting Inner Peace, 5) Overcoming Challenges, and 6) Establishing Professional Patterns. Conclusions: Incorporating mindfulness and spirituality into nursing curricula can prepare students to transform their future workplaces into healthy, sustainable environments (Alhawatmeh et al., 2022; Bajestani et al., 2024; Heinrich & O\u27Connell, 2024; Zhong et al., 2024)
Enhancing Faculty Confidence in Technology: The Impact of a Teaching with Technology Committee
No full textAIMS: This study measures changes in faculty members\u27 confidence in using technology for teaching after the creation of a service committee designed to mentor faculty in technology use within the nursing department. It also assesses the impact of the committee on faculty members\u27 technology skills and teaching practices.BACKGROUND: Nursing faculty must possess advanced digital literacy to ensure nursing graduates are prepared for advancements in health information technology.1 However, they often face challenges such as time-consuming setups, integration difficulties, and concerns about effectiveness.2,3 The Teaching with Technology Committee (TTC) was established to address these issues by providing mentoring, support, and practical assistance in using departmental applications and learning technology, aiming to enhance confidence in technology use.METHODS: This longitudinal, mixed methods study collects data through online surveys distributed to faculty members three times as they participate in mentoring and drop-in sessions. The surveys include questions about teaching practices, technology use, and the Technology Proficiency Survey for Educators (TPSE).1RESULTS: Data analysis includes descriptive statistics and inferential tests to determine differences between pre-survey and post-survey scores. Qualitative data will identify changes in teaching practices.CONCLUSIONS: This study provides insights into the effectiveness of TTC in enhancing faculty development. By identifying faculty needs and challenges in technology integration, the findings will help improve confidence in using technological tools, informing future professional development strategies to support effective technology integration in nursing education
The Importance of Workplace Support on Nurse Well-Being and Intention to Stay During the Pandemic
No full textThe detrimental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the healthcare sector have further aggravated the ongoing nursing shortage. Consequently, many nurses have opted for early retirement or felt compelled to leave their positions, leading to increased turnover rates during the pandemic. In this light, more sustainable ways need to be explored for nurse retention instead of heavy reliance on temporary nursing agencies to address staffing shortages.A secondary cross-sectional data analysis of 1063 nurses was conducted using the Nurse Worklife and Wellness Study data collected in 2020-21. Multiple logistic regression explored the moderating effect of workplace support on the relationship between well-being and intention to stay, controlling for covariates.The sample averaged 49.4 years of age, with a mean tenure of 22.4 years in nursing. While 74.5% intended to stay in their current job, influenced by factors such as full-time employment, sufficient salary, and younger age, higher nurses’ well-being was significantly related to higher odds of intention to stay (adjusted Odds Ratio [aOR] = 2.06). Likewise, those reporting more workplace support were over twice as likely to intend to stay (aOR = 2.40). The positive relationship between well-being and intention to stay also increased when workplace support increased (aOR = 1.50).The study shows the critical role of workplace support in enhancing nurse retention during crises such as the pandemic, when nurses had increased stress from added workloads, uncertainty about infection, exposures. In addition, retention compensation strategies are recommended, including bonuses and surge pay
Nurses\u27 Practice Environments, Burnout, and Mental Health in Northwestern Ontario
No full textBackground/objective: An estimated one-tenth of nurses worldwide are said to be suffering from severe burnout1. The high prevalence of burnout is concerning as a Canadian survey determined that nurses with high levels of burnout were 17 times more likely to screen positive for posttraumatic stress disorder, 43 times more likely to screen positive for major depressive disorder, 25 times more likely to screen positive for generalized anxiety disorder, and 23 times more likely to screen positive for panic disorder than participants who reported no burnout2. A common precipitating factor associated with nurses’ burnout and mental health is the nursing practice environment (i.e., leadership, support, staffing, resources)3-6. Thus, the objectives of this cross-sectional study were to 1) Examine the prevalence of burnout and mental health disorders, 2) Describe the nursing practice environment, and 3) Analyze associations between burnout and/or mental health disorders and factors within the nursing practice environment.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among a sample of nurses in Northwestern Ontario. Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners that were currently working within the Northwestern Ontario region were eligible to participate. Consenting participants completed an online survey through Qualtrics. Ethics approval was obtained from Lakehead University.
Results: We are still recruiting participants. Once recruitment closes, we will share the prevalence of burnout and mental health disorders. Further, descriptive statistics of the nursing practice environment will be done. Lastly, we will analyze the associations between the nursing practice environment and burnout and mental health disorders.
Conclusions: This study will contribute to the generation of new knowledge regarding the current prevalence of burnout and mental health disorders of nurses within Northwestern Ontario. Further, identification of the salient factors associated with burnout and mental health disorders among nurses is important as the nursing practice environment is amenable to change. Thus, there is the potential for the development of policies and/or interventions to target modifiable variables in an upstream manner to mitigate the development of mental health disorders and burnout. Not only will this produce a healthier, more sustainable nursing workforce, but impacts at the patient and organizational levels are also possible
Using an adapted Cancer & Work model to describe return-to-work in nurses with cancer: An exploratory study
No full textThe aims of this study were: (1) Primary aim: To describe work limitations in nurses diagnosed with cancer and potential associated factors, including health-related quality of life, cancer-related symptoms, and cancer-specific distress. (2) Exploratory aim: To describe the associations between work limitations and work outcomes
Culturally competent mental health promotion program for adolescent migrants in Colombia and Panama
No full textThe purpose of this project was to develop a culturally competent mental health promotion for adolescent migrants in Bogotá, Colombia, and Panama City, Panama
iSpeakHealth – Health as a Second Language Advocacy Plan
No full textiSpeakHealth is a global health advocacy initiative aimed at improving health equity for people with Limited English Proficiency (LEP), including migrants, refugees, and displaced populations. This campaign addresses critical disparities in health literacy, communication access, and culturally responsive care. Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 (Good Health and Well-being), 4 (Quality Education), and 10 (Reduced Inequalities), iSpeakHealth seeks to dismantle language barriers that contribute to adverse health outcomes.
The campaign educates the public and professionals through multilingual social media outreach, community workshops, and digital storytelling. It equips healthcare workers, educators, and community advocates with training modules on linguistic justice, health communication, and interpreter integration. Strategic partnerships extend beyond nursing to include immigrant advocacy groups, technology developers, educators, and policymakers.
Campaign effectiveness will be monitored through metrics such as outreach reach, pre/post training assessments, and feedback from LEP communities. Ultimately, iSpeakHealth reframes language access not as a compliance issue, but as a human right and cornerstone of safe, equitable healthcare
Demographic Factors and HRQOL in Younger Persons with an Ostomy and IBD
No full textAs of 2020, in the United States, over one million individuals have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with 10% requiring intestinal ostomy formation.1,2 Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) can be impacted by the presence of an ostomy.3 IBD is typically diagnosed in young adults, presenting unique social and psychological concerns if an ostomy is required for treatment.4,5 This study determines if demographic factors are related to HRQOL in young adults living with an ostomy and IBD.A convenience sample of participants was recruited from online support groups, collecting demographic data in 2018. HRQOL was measured using the Health Days Core Module. Hierarchal linear regression and one-way ANOVA testing were performed to understand the relationships between demographic variables and HRQOL.Statistically significant differences in HRQOL scores were noted between groups for marital and employment status. This study shows that HRQOL is significantly impacted by demographic variables, beyond clinical factors. Nursing practice can benefit to provide support improving HRQOL in this population