Utilization of Rapid Qualitative Analysis to Evaluate Intervention Acceptability, Usefulness, and Ease of...

ObjectivesTo provide a case example of the use of rapid qualitative analysis (RQA) method to evaluate intervention acceptability, usefulness, and ease of implementation to support healthcare worker well-being in a community health center. We demonstrate steps of the RQA method with data from the workflow redesign evidence-based intervention.MethodsFour semi-structured focus groups were conducted on Zoom with healthcare workers of different occupations (N=22) between March - May 2025. Interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim. Qualitative data were analyzed using RQA. Trustworthiness of findings was assured with three analysts.ResultsThe RQA methodology facilitated in depth exploration of findings in an expedited time frame, aligning with the immediate goal of identifying supportive measures for healthcare workers. RQA optimized the momentum of change to be collaborative with healthcare workers and leadership. Workflow redesign was consistently identified by participants as an acceptable and useful intervention to improve well-being, with emphasis on the importance of leadership support, resource allocation, and active involvement of frontline healthcare staff in all phases of intervention development and implementation.ConclusionsWe used RQA to analyze qualitative data to provide timely, actionable insights that continue to inform the development, implementation, and tailoring of interventions to support healthcare worker well-being in this community health center. Participants highlighted early staff involvement, clear communication between staff and leadership, and clarity of objectives/purpose to support intervention implementation.