Mindful Self-Compassion Training and Nephrology Nurses' Self-Reported Levels of Self-Compassion, Burnout, and...

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Psychology
• Healthcare Management

Background:

• Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patient care poses risks for nurse burnout, especially during pandemics.
• Nurses require effective strategies to manage stress and maintain well-being in demanding clinical environments.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of an 8-week Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) training program.
• To assess changes in self-compassion, burnout, and resilience among nephrology nurses.

Main Methods:

• A mixed-methods approach involving 12 nephrology nurses.
• Quantitative surveys administered pre-training, post-training, and at 3-month follow-up.
• Qualitative focus group to explore participants' experiences.

Main Results:

• Significant increases in self-compassion, mindfulness, and resilience were observed.
• A notable decrease in reported burnout levels among participants.
• Qualitative analysis revealed enhanced resilience through community support, self-awareness, and skill mastery.

Conclusions:

• Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) training is an effective intervention for improving nephrology nurses' well-being.
• The training equips nurses with essential skills to combat burnout and enhance resilience.
• Implementing MSC programs is highly recommended for healthcare settings to support workforce health.