Empowering Night Shift Through Building a Stronger Foundation for Shared Governance.

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Nursing Leadership
• Organizational Psychology

Background:

• Shared governance models are crucial for empowering healthcare professionals.
• Effective communication and collaboration are vital for quality patient care, especially during off-peak hours.
• Magnet® designation signifies a commitment to nursing excellence and professional development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the formation and impact of a night shift council within a Magnet® designated facility.
• To evaluate the effect of the council on interdisciplinary communication and staff engagement.
• To provide a scalable model for other healthcare organizations.

Main Methods:

• Expansion of an existing shared governance structure.
• Inclusion of a dedicated council for night shift personnel.
• Qualitative assessment of communication and collaboration improvements.
• Quantitative analysis of staff engagement scores.

Main Results:

• Enhanced communication and collaboration among night shift disciplines.
• Increased staff engagement scores following council implementation.
• Development of specific initiatives to support night shift staff.

Conclusions:

• A night shift council effectively expands shared governance.
• This structure can significantly improve night shift operations and staff morale.
• The model is adaptable for diverse healthcare settings.