Questions to Ask About Shared Governance Models in Nursing
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Are nurses encouraged to participate in shared governance?
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How do nurses become involved in the shared governance process?
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What is the ratio of staff nurses to managers involved in shared governance within the -organization?
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Is adequate work time allowed to participate in governance councils?
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How does the organization communicate shared governance decisions with staff nurses?
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How did shared governance improve nursing care delivery in the organization?
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Do nurses feel shared governance within their organization is beneficial to their practice?
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Does the organization have outcomes data related to shared governance?
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If so how have those data impacted changes in nursing practice?