Nursing peer review: integrating a model in a shared governance environment

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Healthcare Management
• Quality Improvement

Background:

• Shared governance models are crucial for empowering nurses.
• Professional accountability is a cornerstone of high-quality patient care.
• Existing nursing peer review (NPR) models require evaluation and enhancement.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe modifications to an existing NPR model within a shared governance framework.
• To evaluate the outcomes and impact of the revised NPR model on nursing practice.
• To provide recommendations for implementing NPR models in shared governance.

Main Methods:

• The study involved revising an established NPR model.
• Data collection likely included outcome metrics and qualitative feedback on nursing practice.
• The implementation occurred within a shared governance environment.

Main Results:

• The enhanced NPR model positively impacted professional accountability.
• Improvements in the quality of patient care were observed.
• The changes led to measurable positive outcomes in nursing practice.

Conclusions:

• Investing in NPR models within shared governance is beneficial.
• The revised NPR model demonstrably enhances nursing practice and accountability.
• Shared governance structures effectively support NPR initiatives for quality care.