Effectiveness of using an app to teach mindfulness meditation to nurse residents

Abstract

This poster presents preliminary findings from a study evaluating the feasibility and acceptability of a mindfulness meditation practice delivered by an app for Nurse Residents (Registered Nurses recently graduated and new to practice). This study uses a mixed-methods design incorporating quantitative research instruments, journaling and a focus group.

Authors

Susan C. Cobb
Deborah Baldassarre

Author Details

Susan C. Cobb, PhD, RN-BC; Deborah Baldassarre, MSN, RN, OCN -- Nursing Professional Development & Practice Innovation, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Sigma Membership

Unknown

Lead Author Affiliation

Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Mindfulness Meditation, Nurse Residents, Stress

Recommended Citation

Cobb, Susan C. and Baldassarre, Deborah, "Effectiveness of using an app to teach mindfulness meditation to nurse residents" (2019). INRC (Congress). 20.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2019/posters_2019/20

Conference Name

30th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Conference Year

2019

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Acquisition

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