The key components to our successful shared governance model involve teamwork, problem-solving and accountability. Shared governance is a model of nursing practice designed to integrate core values and beliefs that professional practice embraces, as a means of achieving quality care. Shared governance models were introduced to improve nurses’ work environment, satisfaction, and retention.

1. Create a mission statement for the organization regarding shared governance.
2. Write bylaws detailing the structure of your shared governance.
3. Propose a redefined nursing leadership structure.