Integrating the spiritual dimension in long-term care: a mixed methods evaluation of a multicomponent intervention for nursing home teams

SCCS total and subscale scores showed statically significant improvements for pre- to post intervention (n=19; Δ0.50). Participants foremost frequently sought coaching to strengthen their role in addressing the spiritual dimension in interactions with residents. An increased awareness of their personal role in such encounters was commonly reported. Moreover, participants who did not articulate specific coaching questions appreciated the individual feedback. The observations provided valuable insight into the practical application of spiritual competency: particularly in the areas of aligning, connecting and deepening. A variety of responsive actions were noted, when healthcare professionals pay attention to what matters most to residents CONCLUSIONS: The multicomponent intervention led to improvements in self-reported spiritual competencies among healthcare professionals. Both the training sessions and individualized on-the-job coaching contributed to heightened awareness of the spiritual dimension in daily practice. The study provided valuable insight into how theoretical frameworks and practical tools related to the spiritual dimension can be effectively integrated into the daily practice of healthcare professionals working in a nursing home setting.