Effect of a Professional Practice Model on Autonomy, Job Satisfaction and Turnover

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.