RISE Program for Burnout

Overseen By Amanda T Sawyer, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: AdventHealth

Disqualifiers: Precepted < 48 hours, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 9

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial aims to determine if a program called RISE can reduce burnout and enhance mental well-being among nurses. Participants will attend weekly group sessions led by a mental health counselor. The trial includes two groups: one begins the program immediately, while the other starts after a six-month delay. Nurses who have completed preceptor training and worked at least 48 hours in the past year at AdventHealth may be suitable candidates. As an unphased trial, this study provides nurses with a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative mental health solutions in their field.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on evaluating burnout and well-being, so it's unlikely that medication changes are required.

What prior data suggests that the RISE for Nurse Preceptors program is safe?

Research has shown that the RISE for Nurse Preceptors program is generally safe and well-received. Participants have reported no major side effects. Group sessions led by a mental health counselor aim to reduce burnout and improve mental well-being. While specific negative effects have not been detailed, the program is considered safe for participants. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Researchers are excited about the RISE Program for Burnout because it directly addresses emotional exhaustion in nurse preceptors through structured psychoeducational sessions. Unlike common burnout interventions that may focus on stress management or self-care tips, the RISE program offers a dedicated support system with weekly 90-minute group sessions led by licensed mental health counselors. This approach not only provides professional guidance but also fosters a sense of community and shared experience among participants, which is crucial in combating burnout. By engaging in this comprehensive program, nurse preceptors can gain valuable coping skills and emotional support, potentially leading to more sustainable and effective burnout management.

What evidence suggests that the RISE program is effective for reducing burnout in nurse preceptors?

Research has shown that nurse mentors, known as preceptors, often experience high stress, which can lead to burnout. Regular interaction with these mentors significantly reduces stress for new nurses. One study found that hospitals with strong mentor support retained 86% of their newly graduated nurses, demonstrating the positive effects of these programs. Conversely, insufficient support for mentors can increase their stress and job dissatisfaction. The RISE for Nurse Preceptors program in this trial aims to address these issues by offering structured support. Participants in the intervention group will attend the program, which may help mentors become more resilient, compassionate, and empowered. ^{4 5 6 7 8}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Amanda T Sawyer, PhD

Principal Investigator

AdventHealth

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for registered nurses (RNs) who have completed AdventHealth preceptor training, precepted for at least 48 hours in the past year at an AdventHealth facility, and can speak English fluently. Participants must be willing to follow all study procedures throughout the trial.

Inclusion Criteria

I am licensed as a Registered Nurse.

I have completed the AdventHealth preceptor training.

I have worked over 48 hours in the last year at an AdventHealth hospital or emergency center.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Intervention

Intervention group will attend the RISE for Nurse Preceptors program, consisting of nine 90-minute weekly psychoeducational group sessions facilitated by a licensed mental health counselor

9 weeks

9 visits (in-person)

Wait-list Control

Control group will attend the RISE for Nurse Preceptors program after a 6-month wait-list period

6 months

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

6 months

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• RISE for Nurse Preceptors

Trial Overview The RISE for Nurse Preceptors Program is being tested to see if it improves nurse preceptors' resilience, burnout levels, insight, self-compassion, empowerment, and overall mental well-being both personally and professionally.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Intervention group Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Intervention group will attend the RISE for Nurse Preceptors program, which consists of nine 90-minute weekly psychoeducational group sessions facilitated by a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC)

Group II: Wait-list control group Active Control 1 Intervention

Control group will attend the RISE for Nurse Preceptors program after the 6-month wait-list period

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

AdventHealth

Lead Sponsor

Trials

118

Recruited

31,800+

Citations

1. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10694916/

The lived experiences of nurse preceptors in training new ... Empirical evidence shows that regular interaction with preceptors significantly reduces stress among novice nurses [8, 9]. A study further ...

2. arch.astate.edu arch.astate.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1204&context=dnp-projects

Impact of Nursing Burnout on Preceptors During the Transition ... Nursing burnout is a state of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment (American Nurses Association, 2024).

3. nchealthworkforce.unc.edu nchealthworkforce.unc.edu/reports/retention_brief/

A Brief Report on Interventions to Increase Retention in the ... Retention rates reported in one study within the review found 86% (n=596/693) of NGRNs were retained from high preceptor support (HPS) hospitals ...

4. sciencedirect.com sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0260691724001023

How lack of support and recognition for RN preceptors is ... Preceptorship can be perceived as stressful and challenging due to an increased workload, contributing to job dissatisfaction and potential burnout. In a study ...

5. bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12909-022-03534-0

Nurse preceptors' perceptions of benefits, rewards, support ... This study aimed to assess perceived benefits, rewards, support, and commitments to the role of preceptors involved in preceptorship of newly graduated nurses ...

6. withpower.com withpower.com/trial/phase-burnout-psychological-1-2025-bb3fd

RISE Program for Burnout · Info for Participants ... Nurse Preceptors will have tolerable side effects & efficacy for patients with Mental Health, Resilience, Burnout, Burnout Syndrome, Mental Health, Mental ...

7. meddatax.com meddatax.com/clinical-trials/NCT06822777

RISE for Nurse Preceptors The purpose of this study is to determine whether RISE for Nurse Preceptors has a significant impact on nurse preceptors' burnout, resilience, insight, ...

8. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7908293/

Effect of Nurses' Preceptorship Experience in Educating ... This study investigated preceptors' experiences in educating new graduate nurses and the effect they had on clinical teaching behavior (CTB)