Improving sleep and reducing fatigue in registered nurses using mobile technology.
Using Cognitive-Behavioral Change and Mobile Technology to Improve RN Sleep and Fatigue
This study is testing a new mobile app called RN-SLEEP that helps registered nurses improve their sleep and reduce fatigue from their tough work schedules, and it will see how well it works compared to a group that doesn’t use the app.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Cincinnati NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10903704 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the sleep and fatigue issues faced by registered nurses (RNs) due to their demanding work schedules and environments. It involves the development of a mobile application called RN-SLEEP, which will provide RNs with evidence-based strategies and cognitive-behavioral techniques to improve their sleep quality and duration. The project will pilot test this application with a group of RNs, comparing their sleep outcomes to those of a control group to assess its effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are registered nurses who experience sleep disturbances and fatigue due to shift work and high job demands.
Not a fit: Patients who are not registered nurses or those who do not experience sleep issues related to their work may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved sleep quality and reduced fatigue for registered nurses, enhancing their overall well-being and job performance.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches using cognitive-behavioral techniques and mobile technology have shown promise in improving sleep outcomes in various populations, suggesting potential success for this novel application.
Where this research is happening
Cincinnati, United States
- University of Cincinnati — Cincinnati, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hittle, Beverly M — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Hittle, Beverly M
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.