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Shared Governance
Professional nurses at Highland Hospital have a voice, as well as control, authority and influence. That’s because our nurses set goals and priorities – and participate in decisions relevant to nursing practice through our structure of shared governance.
How shared governance works at Highland
Shared governance provides the needed structure for nurses to share, learn and collaborate; identify and integrate best practices and enjoy a more fulfilling career.
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This chart illustrates the interrelationship of the councils at the department and unit levels. (click to enlarge) |
We do this through an interrelated group of policy-making bodies that include:
