Improving Emergency Department Shift Schedules for Better Clinician and Patient Well-being
Redesigning Emergency Department Clinician Shift Scheduling to Improve Well-being and Patient Outcomes (EDSHIFT)
This study is all about making work schedules better for doctors and nurses in Emergency Departments so they feel happier and less stressed while still taking great care of patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clemson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clemson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10989101 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing clinician burnout in Emergency Departments by redesigning shift schedules. It aims to use a mixed-methods approach, including mathematical modeling, to create schedules that prioritize clinician preferences and well-being while ensuring patient safety and efficient patient flow. By monitoring clinician well-being and implementing system-level interventions, the project seeks to enhance both clinician satisfaction and patient care outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients receiving care in Emergency Departments where clinician burnout may impact their treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving care in Emergency Departments or those whose treatment is not affected by clinician workload may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved clinician well-being and enhanced patient care in Emergency Departments.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on clinician burnout, this approach of using mathematical modeling for shift scheduling is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Clemson, United States
- Clemson University — Clemson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Taaffe, Kevin Michael — Clemson University
- Study coordinator: Taaffe, Kevin Michael
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.