Assessing burnout and empowerment in midwives after COVID-19
Empowerment and Burnout of Midwives at the End of Health Emergency From SARS-CoV2: a Cross-sectional Observational Study in Friuli-Venezia Giulia Region
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected burnout and feelings of empowerment among midwives in Friuli Venezia Giulia to find ways to help them feel better at work.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 64 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | IRCCS Burlo Garofolo Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Trieste and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06309186 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on midwives in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, focusing on their perceived empowerment and burnout levels. It aims to understand how the pandemic's countermeasures, such as the use of personal protective equipment and social distancing, have affected the midwife-patient relationship and overall well-being of midwives. By assessing these dimensions, the study seeks to identify factors that may help mitigate burnout through enhanced empowerment among midwives.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are midwives registered and practicing in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region with at least one year of experience.
Not a fit: Midwives who have been retired for more than a year or who do not provide consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved support systems for midwives, enhancing their well-being and effectiveness in providing care.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on healthcare provider burnout, this specific focus on midwives' empowerment post-COVID-19 is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Midwives registered in the orders of Friuli Venezia Giulia (FVG) region 2. Midwives in practice for at least one year 3. Midwives practicing in FVG region Exclusion Criteria: 1. Consent not granted 2. Midwives in retirement for more than a year
Where this trial is running
Trieste and 1 other locations
- Institute for Maternal and Child Health - IRCCS "Burlo Garofolo" — Trieste, Italy (Recruiting)
- Ordine delle ostrtriche di Trieste e Gorizia — Trieste, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Martina Debelli
- Email: martina.debelli@burlo.trieste.it
- Phone: +393204389187
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.