What is Shared Governance 2010?
It is an organizational structure that gives you input into decision
making at the unit and organization wide level, encourages
partnership between you and management, increases your
ownership and responsibility for decisions made, promotes your
personal responsibility and professional development, and facilitates
trust, respect and open/honest communication.
Vision Statement
Shared Governance is based on the belief that healthcare professionals working
closely with patients are in an optimal position to make decisions relating to
clinical practice. It provides a framework whereby clinical staff and managers
work collaboratively to monitor patient care, improve satisfaction and enhance
the learning environment.
Mission Statement
1) To act as a resource in resolving identified clinical practice issues in
order to support the development of best practices.
2) To assist in the provision of a supportive learning environment for
staff, recognizing and valuing their contribution to the work of the
department and the organization.
3) To empower clinical staff to actively participate in decision-making
processes and issues that affect the quality of work environment and
the quality of patient care.
4) To create a working environment that facilitates trust, respect and
open/honest communication