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Resident and faculty evaluations of a psychiatry night-float system
Summary
Psychiatric residents reported better well-being and education with a new night-float schedule compared to traditional night calls. Faculty also viewed the new system favorably, suggesting potential improvements in psychiatric emergency room and outpatient experiences.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Administration
Background:
- Traditional night call systems in psychiatric emergency rooms can impact resident well-being and education.
- Evaluating alternative scheduling models is crucial for optimizing resident experiences and patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare resident and faculty perceptions of a new night-float system versus a traditional night-call system in a psychiatric emergency room.
- To assess the impact of the night-float system on resident well-being, education, and clinical duties.
Main Methods:
- Self-report questionnaires were administered to residents and faculty.
- Perceptions of the night-float system were compared to those of the traditional night-call system.
Main Results:
- Residents reported improved well-being, educational experiences, and clinical duty performance under the night-float system.
- Faculty generally held a favorable impression of the new night-float system.
Conclusions:
- Night-float systems show promise for enhancing psychiatric residents' emergency room and outpatient experiences.
- Further research is needed to fully evaluate the cost-benefit of night-float systems in psychiatric residency programs.
