title: Effect of a professional practice model on autonomy, job satisfaction and turnover.
abstract: Dissatisfaction and rapid turnover of registered nurses (RNs) challenge nurse administrators. The professional practice model (PPM) can increase the amount of personal control nurses have over their work. Use of a PPM allows innovation, promotes collegial relationships and emphasizes personal responsibility. In this study, facilitating an autonomous climate for RN practice resulted in increased job satisfaction and decreased.
authors.forename: L L
authors.initials: LL
authors.lastname: Pierce
authors.forename: C M
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Hazel
authors.forename: L C
authors.initials: LC
authors.lastname: Mion
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002322:Career Mobility; D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007588:Job Satisfaction; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000523:psychology*; D010563:Personnel Turnover; D017009:Professional Autonomy; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires