Application of the Roy Adaptation Theory to a care program for nurses

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Healthcare Management
• Professional Well-being

Background:

• Nursing practice relies on theory for high-quality care.
• Nurses face compromised well-being due to moral distress, compassion fatigue, and burnout, especially during global pandemics.
• Effective, theory-guided workplace support programs are crucial for nurses' well-being and retention.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the application of the Roy Adaptation Theory to support nursing staff.
• To discuss the integration of the Roy Adaptation Theory-Group Identity Mode with the Tea for the Soul Care Model.
• To advocate for theory-based programs enhancing nurse well-being and retention.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual discussion and theoretical application.
• Exploration of the Roy Adaptation Theory and its Group Identity Mode.
• Integration of the Roy Adaptation Theory with the Tea for the Soul Care Model for nurses.

Main Results:

• The Roy Adaptation Theory provides a framework for developing and evaluating supportive programs for nurses.
• The Roy Adaptation Theory-Group Identity Mode can be applied to the Tea for the Soul Care Model.
• Theory-guided programs are vital for nurse well-being, morale, and retention.

Conclusions:

• The Roy Adaptation Theory offers a robust framework for creating effective, theory-guided support programs for nurses.
• Implementing such programs can mitigate issues like burnout and compassion fatigue.
• Supporting nurses is critical for maintaining global healthcare provision.