How Were RenewU Programs Selected?
The RenewU Program includes 10 evidence-based interventions for preventing burnout and promoting resilience in stressful and challenging environments. The interventions were selected after review of more than 200 peer-reviewed scientific articles. The final selection of the interventions to include in the program was based on the criteria of moderate to high levels of certainty as described by the United States Preventive Services Task Force. The evidence-based interventions fall into two categories: renewing your mind or renewing your body. While all interventions benefit both the mind and body, most have a stronger emphasis on one or the other when practiced.
The RenewU Process
The interventions are presented in an instructional format customized for the intended audience. We believe this model of renewing one’s self, team, students, and organization can lead to a holistic and systemic shift toward embedding wellness practices in the healthcare system.
The Circle of Renewal
Renew Myself
10 self-directed educational modules for each of the interventions. Each module consists of learning definitions that pertain to the intervention, reviewing evidence for its effectiveness and leveled practice activities, designed to build on one another, at the end of each module.
Estimated Time to Complete:
- Reviewing the module could take 15-45 minutes
- Practice activities could take another 15-45 minutes for a total time of approximately 1 hour
Continuing education credit is available for if you have one of these degrees (ARNP, RN, CNS, LNP, PT, PTA).
Renew My Team
PowerPoint presentations, presenter notes, and educational materials/handouts for each intervention, which can be deployed as any of the following types of sessions:
- Brief educational session (5-10 minutes) that could be deployed at the beginning or end of a regularly scheduled work meeting
- Small group workshop (30 minutes-1 hour) scheduled for the sole purpose of improving resilience using that intervention
- Small group workshop (30 minutes-1 hour) customized to address local resilience needs.
Renew My Students
Educators will gain access to a free fully developed and piloted Interprofessional Education (IPE) course, on IPE Health Promotion. Educators are provided with a packaged course, that are designed to be delivered asynchronously in 4- or 5-week sessions. The course also comes with a faculty handbook on how to administer the course and guides on all the course assignments, course calendar, grading and feedback samples that support faculty in this course.
Renew My Organization
Organizations are provided with model programs currently being utilized and expert recommendations for implementing the 10 evidence-based interventions at an organizational level. Organizational materials also provide organizations with an overview of the effectiveness and impact of resiliency programs.
FOR THE MIND
Mental Well-being Modules
Our Mind category offers modules centered on mental health and well-being. Topics range from stress management, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, to building resilience in challenging healthcare environments. Equip yourself with the tools necessary to foster a healthy mind and nurture your psychological resilience.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) uses a range of therapeutic methods to increase one's psychological flexibility, through openness, awareness, and engagement.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Mindfulness
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based therapy based on recognizing and adapting one’s thoughts and cognitions.
Emotional Freedom Therapy
Emotional Freedom Therapy (EFT), also known as Tapping, utilizes a combination of acupressure and cognitive behavior therapy.
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a kind of socioemotional intelligence. Individuals with more EI are more flexible, adaptable and resilient when navigating challenging situations.
Psychological Detachment
Psychological Detachment is the act of engaging in a recovery experience from work.
FOR THE BODY
Physical Well-being Modules
Our Body category focuses on modules that emphasize physical well-being and health. These include lessons on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and more. Gain a deeper understanding of the integral role physical health plays in overall well-being and learn practical strategies to enhance your vitality and endurance.
Active Rest
Active Rest is a short break from work, where one participates in light to moderate exercise, preferably with others.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are fats that are found in various foods like fish (salmon, trout, tuna, etc.) and plants (walnuts, flax seeds, etc.).
Physical Activity
Physical activity to address burnout has two components, aerobic exercise and anaerobic exercise, which can be practiced at various levels of intensity.
Yoga
Yoga is a relaxation technique that consists of three parts: body postures, breathing exercises and mind.
Sleep
Sleep is an active process that is vital for physical health, mental health and regeneration.