The NAF consists of nursing representatives from all nursing specialty areas of the hospital. Shared Governance Philosophy Shared Governance provides a mechanism for all nursing staff to make decisions that improve patient care and the work environment.
Individuals practice in an environment that respects and values their unique contributions.
Shared Governance supports Virginia Mason Medical Center's mission and values statement. The purpose of the Nursing Development Council is to review, discuss and make recommendations on issues related to the advancement of knowledge and skills of nursing personnel through education and research. The purpose of the Nursing Finance Council is to review, discuss and make recommendations on issues related to utilization of resources and cost reduction such as staffing standards, capital equipment requests, and standardization of equipment and supplies. The purpose of the Nursing Affairs Council is to review, discuss and make recommendations on issues related to the retention and recruitment of quality nursing personnel in a professional work environment. The purpose of the Nursing Practice Council is to review, discuss and make recommendations related to patient care and nursing practice.