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Phase IV Trial Opens: VR-Enhanced Mindfulness vs Standard Care for Rotating-Shift Nurse Burnout — What Nurse Managers Need to Know

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10 Apr 2026

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New RCT tests VR-enhanced mindfulness vs mobile apps for reducing burnout in rotating-shift nurses. 300-participant trial examines 10-minute daily interventions over 8 weeks, targeting stress, sleep quality, and cognitive function.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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