Shared Governance
The Shared Governance model for Good Shepherd Medical Center is based on the idea that healthcare professionals working closely with patients are in the most desirable position to influence decisions relating to clinical practice.
The model provides structure for clinical staff (direct care and supportive) and management to work collaboratively via hospital-wide and unit councils. This allows for the development of clinical and multi-professional care, where clinical staff have the ability and are further empowered to lead in the decision making process.
The four hospital-wide Shared Governance councils are as follows: