Improving ICU outcomes by enhancing team resilience

Organizational resilience: A novel strategy for improving ICU outcomes

['FUNDING_R01'] · YALE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11060863

This study is looking at how making ICU teams stronger and more supportive can help reduce burnout for healthcare workers and improve care for patients with serious breathing problems.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorYALE UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11060863 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates how improving the resilience of intensive care unit (ICU) teams can reduce burnout among healthcare professionals and enhance patient outcomes, particularly for those suffering from acute respiratory failure. The study focuses on organizational factors that contribute to burnout, rather than solely addressing individual clinician stress. By fostering a supportive and adaptive work environment, the research aims to equip ICU teams with the tools they need to manage stress effectively, ultimately leading to better care for patients. The methodology includes measuring organizational resilience and its impact on clinician well-being and patient safety.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who are admitted to ICUs for acute respiratory failure.

Not a fit: Patients who are not admitted to ICUs or those under 21 years old may not receive benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care and outcomes for patients in ICUs, particularly those with acute respiratory failure.

How similar studies have performed: While organizational resilience has been studied in other sectors, its application in healthcare settings, particularly ICUs, is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Where this research is happening

NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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