Shared governance in nursing serves as an important avenue for engaging nurses at all levels to enhance care quality. Through shared decision-making, nurses and their leaders can work together to cultivate a more positive work environment and improve patient outcomes.But what exactly does shared governance mean, and how can leaders build this concept into their management practices? We’ll discuss the importance of this leadership model and share tips for implementing it at your healthcare facility.What Is Shared Governance in Nursing?Shared governance is a leadership model enabling nurses to actively participate in decision-making that shapes unit- or facility-level policies. This generally involves the creation of a nursing council that makes practice recommendations to their leaders. Four common models are typically used in shared governance:Unit-based models utilize a unit-level council of nurses who work with their manager to address issues impacting care delivery.Councilor models...
