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NCT Number: NCT06878157

Ontological Coaching Among Nurses (OCN)

This study aims to develop and evaluate ontological coaching among novice nurses in Singapore. The specific aims of this project are: (1) to develop theory based Ontological Coaching among Nurses (OCN) intervention for novice nurses; (2) examine its effectiveness on nurses' psychological wellbeing (primary outcome), help-seeking behavior (social support), goal setting, resilience, intention to leave and job satisfaction (Secondary outcomes); and (3) examine the perceptions of nurses in receiving this intervention.

The specific research questions we plan to answer in this project are:

* How the OCN will influence psychological wellbeing of the new nurses? * How the OCN will enhance the new nurses social support and goal setting for their reality and future? * How the OCN will influence new nurses' resilience, intention to leave and job satisfaction? * What are the changes in psychological well-being, social support, goal setting, resilience, intention to leave and job satisfaction after receiving OCN over time (pre-test and post-test)? * Are there any strengths, weaknesses and area of improvements (overall experience) for the use of OCN among new nurses?

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Key information

Conditions

Ontological Coaching Psychological Wellbeing

Age range

21 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Alexandra Hospital, Singapore

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Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Nurses:

  • 21 years old and above
  • are able to read and speak English,
  • have 0-10 years of working experience after the registration with Singapore Nursing Board (SNB)
  • currently working at the study venues with the valid registered nurse license with the SNB
  • who are willing to be audio-recorded if invited for an interview

Facilitators:

  • who hold an Ontological Coaching certification and a minimum of 50 hours of Coaching experience

Exclusion criteria

Nurses:

  • have physical or mental disorders which would interfere with their ability to participate in the study
  • have refused to participate in this study

Facilitators:

  • who does not hold an Ontological Coaching certification or who do not have a minimum of 50 hours of Coaching experience

Treatment and study plan

ontological coaching

Behavioral

Group session: This session will provide an overview of coaching and the following topics will be covered: 1) Experience coaching in teams, 2) The Ideal Life, 3) The Coaching Distinction, 4) Introduction to Body, Emotions, Language (BEL), 5) Deeper understanding of BEL, 6) Applying BEL to clinical scenarios, 7) The coaching perspective in Nursing, 8) Re-visit the Ideal Life, 9) Explore mental/emotional/physical challenges in practicing nursing, 10) Time and stress management, work-life balance; Individual Session: This individualized session will cover the discussions on the topic brought up by novice nurses. The aim of this session is to: 1) Help novice nurses design the steps in their journey towards what they care about, 2) Explore the nurses' world by asking encouraging and evoking questions, 3) Collaborate with nurses in a stimulating and imaginative manner that help them to optimize their potential, 4) Co-create with nurses the professional and personal identity they strive for

Primary outcomes

  1. Effectiveness on nurses' psychological wellbeing

    Time frame: baseline, 2-3 months (intervention), 4-6 months (post intervention)

    Ryff Scales of Psychological Well-Being: a 42-item instrument Psychological Wellbeing (PWB) Scale measures six aspects of wellbeing and happiness: autonomy, environmental mastery, personal growth, positive relations with others, purpose in life, and self-acceptance. Respondents rate how strongly they agree or disagree with 42 statements using a 7-point scale (1 = strongly agree; 7 = strongly disagree).

Secondary outcomes

  1. Stress

    Time frame: baseline, 2-3 months (intervention), 4-6 months (post intervention)

    Nursing Stress Scale: a 34-item instrument that describe situations that have been identified as causing stress for nurses in the performance of their duties. Respondents how strongly they agree or disagree with 34 statements using a 4-point scale (1 = never; 4 = very frequently).

  2. Help-seeking behavior (social support)

    Time frame: baseline, 2-3 months (intervention), 4-6 months (post intervention)

    Sarason's social support questionnaire - short form (SSQSR): a 6-item instrument to evaluate the availability and satisfaction associated with an individual's social support systems. Respondents indicate the number of people available to provide support in 6 areas and then rate the overall level of satisfaction with the support given in each of the areas using a 6-point scale (1 = very dissatisfied; 6 = very satisfied).

  3. Goal Setting

    Time frame: baseline, 2-3 months (intervention), 4-6 months (post intervention)

    Goal Setting Questionnaire (GSQ): an 18-item instrument to evaluate individuals' competencies in three areas: setting meaningful goals, focusing on personal improvement, and incorporating prior experiences, interests, skills, and feedback from family, peers, or a trusted individual. Respondents rate how strongly they agree or disagree with 18 statements using a 5-point scale (1 = not very like me; 5 = very like me)

  4. Intention to Leave

    Time frame: baseline, 2-3 months (intervention), 4-6 months (post intervention)

    Roodt's turnover scale (TIS-6): a 6-item instrument to measure turnover intention. Respondents rate how strongly they agree or disagree with 6 statements using a 5-point scale (1 = never; 5 = always)

  5. Job Satisfaction

    Time frame: baseline, 2-3 months (intervention), 4-6 months (post intervention)

    Bowling Green State University's The Job Satisfaction Scale: measures employee attitudes such as job satisfaction. Respondents indicate their satisfaction in 5 areas (Y = Yes; N = No; ? = Cannot Decide).

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

National University of Singapore

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Ontological Coaching Among Novice Nurses (OCN): a Mixed Methods Study

Acronym: OCN

Important dates

Study start
2023
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Mar 14, 2025
Registry last updated
Mar 18, 2025

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