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Interdisciplinary shared governance: a partnership model for high performance in a managed care environment.
D A Anderson1, K Bankston, J L Stindt
1dls Associates, Fort Wright, KY, USA.
Seminars for Nurse Managers
|May 28, 2002
Summary
Hospitals are implementing interdisciplinary shared governance models to improve care delivery and reduce costs. This approach fosters collaboration and empowers staff at the point of service for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Administration
- Organizational Behavior
Background:
- The current managed care environment necessitates innovative hospital strategies for cost-effective, high-quality care.
- Hospitals face pressure to deliver seamless care across various settings and patient populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the implementation of an interdisciplinary shared governance model at The University Hospital.
- To identify key processes and strategies for successful shared governance implementation.
- To assess initial costs and benefits over a two-year period.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive case study approach detailing implementation processes.
- Focus on strategies supporting point-of-service decision-making.
- Emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and integration across clinical settings.
Main Results:
- Successful design and implementation of an interdisciplinary shared governance model.
- Identification of critical success factors and challenges.
- Initial benefits observed over a 2-year period.
Conclusions:
- Interdisciplinary shared governance is a viable strategy for enhancing care delivery in managed care settings.
- Effective implementation requires strategic planning, interdisciplinary partnerships, and leadership support.
- Shared governance can lead to improved efficiency and quality outcomes.