Mindfulness in ward nurses: A concept analysis.

Summary

Mindfulness significantly enhances well-being among ward nurses, leading to notable reductions in burnout, anxiety, and depression. Analyzing eleven peer-reviewed articles revealed three key attributes of mindfulness: being present, paying attention, and being receptive. This targeted approach not only promotes mental health but also fosters a more supportive work environment. By integrating mindfulness practices, nursing staff can improve their overall job satisfaction and resilience, ultimately benefiting patient care and enhancing the quality of healthcare services provided.

Abstract

Mindfulness has been widely used with all kinds of people, such as students, educators or patients. However, there have been no studies explicitly targeting ward nurses. The aim of this study is to explore the concept analysis of mindfulness in ward nurses. A concept analysis. An electronic literature search of MEDLINE, Google Scholar, PubMed, Cambridge Online Dictionary and EBSCO on mindfulness was conducted over a ten-year period of Peer-reviewed scholarly articles published in English. The Walker and Avant's framework was used for this paper. Eleven articles in total were included in this study. Three attributes of mindfulness in ward nurses were identified as in the present moment, paying attention and being receptive. The consequence of mindfulness in ward nurses lead to positive changes, which included improving well-being, decreased burnout, anxiety and depression. An exploration of mindfulness in ward nurses was developed. The findings of this paper can be used in ward nurses, research and administration.

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