Date of Conferral
10-23-2025
Degree
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
School
Nursing
Advisor
Andrea Jennings
Abstract
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion through mindfulness practices. The practice problem addressed in this project was the lack of knowledge among healthcare providers about using MBSR to manage workplace stress effectively. The purpose of this staff educational project was to develop and deliver an MBSR module aimed at improving providers’ knowledge of its principles and applications. The practice-focused question was: Upon educating healthcare providers on MBSR techniques, is there an increase in providers’ knowledge on MBSR as evidenced by pre- and postsurvey findings? I used the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation instructional design model to create and implement the training. Sources for module development included peer-reviewed literature and evidence-based guidelines. Twenty articles were reviewed and evaluated using the Johns Hopkins evidence-based practice model to ensure content validity. Two subject matter experts provided feedback to refine the module and ensure its clinical relevance. Ten participants attended a one-time, in-person training session, which included a PowerPoint presentation and guided mindfulness practice. The participants completed pre- and posttest surveys to measure changes in knowledge. A paired t test revealed a significant improvement in participants’ MBSR knowledge, with mean scores increasing from 68% on the pretest to 87% on the posttest with a p value < .001. These results demonstrate that the educational intervention enhanced provider knowledge of MBSR, though the small sample size limits the generalizability of the findings. This educational training holds important implications for nursing practice, organizational wellness, and positive social change by equipping healthcare providers with tools to reduce stress, improve resilience, and enhance the quality of patient care.
Recommended Citation
Alaekwe, linda, "Educating Nurses on the Use of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Managing Work-Related Stress" (2025). Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies. 18555.
https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/18555
