Peer review: an approach to performance evaluation in a professional practice model

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Healthcare Management
• Organizational Behavior

Background:

• Evolving role expectations for staff nurses necessitate proactive engagement in change.
• Traditional hierarchical structures may not adequately support nurses in adapting to new responsibilities.
• Empowerment is crucial for nurses to actively shape their professional roles.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the utility of a shared governance framework in empowering staff nurses.
• To examine the role of peer review within a professional practice model.
• To assess the impact of these models on accountability, teamwork, and nursing practice.

Main Methods:

• The study discusses the implementation of a shared governance framework.
• It highlights peer review as a key component of a professional practice model.
• Focuses on promoting communication and sharing of individual nursing practices.

Main Results:

• Shared governance facilitates adaptation to current changes and increased responsibilities.
• Peer review enhances accountability and reinforces high standards of practice.
• Improved communication and practice sharing foster teamwork, creativity, and ownership.

Conclusions:

• Shared governance models empower nurses to lead change.
• Peer review integrated into professional practice models strengthens nursing accountability and performance.
• These frameworks promote a collaborative and innovative nursing environment.