Construction of mentor system with cognitive-behavioral therapy for The Reduction of Nurse Burnout and Turnover

2023 Fiscal Year Final Research Report

• Project/Area Number: 19K10729
• Research Category: Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
• Allocation Type: Multi-year Fund
• Section: 一般
• Review Section: Basic Section 58050:Fundamental of nursing-related
• Research Institution: Hyogo University
• Principal Investigator: OHUE TAKASHI 兵庫大学, 看護学部, 准教授 (80607789)
• Project Period (FY): 2019-04-01 – 2024-03-31
• Keywords: 看護師 / バーンアウト / 離職の意思 / 認知行動療法 / メンター制度

Outline of Final Research Achievements

Study 1 investigated the effectiveness of staff training on cognitive behavioral therapy targeting mentors. Using cognitive behavioral therapy checklists for nurses and burnout indicators, pre- and post-intervention periods along with a 3-month follow-up were compared. The results showed improvements in cognitive behavioral therapy knowledge and communication skills, along with a decrease in burnout. Study 2 examined the effects of a program where mentors provided cognitive behavioral therapy to mentees. Stress, burnout, and turnover intention were evaluated among mentees before and after intervention, as well as 3 months later. The findings indicated a reduction in stress and burnout among nurses, along with a decreasing trend in turnover rates. Thus, suggesting the effectiveness of mentorship programs based on cognitive behavioral therapy for enhancing the mental health of nurses.

Free Research Field

メンタルヘルス

Academic Significance and Societal Importance of the Research Achievements

本研究では、看護師のメンタルヘルス支援の新たな可能性を示すものである。看護師のメンタルヘルスの問題は社会的問題であり、その支援の可能性を示すことができ、地域社会の患者、家族への看護の質向上に貢献できる可能性が考えられる。