The Index of Professional Nursing Governance (IPNG) measures nursing governance in healthcare organizations, and the Index of Professional Governance (IPG) measures governance among all healthcare professionals. During the last 17 years, more than a 150 organizations, nationally and internationally, have used the IPNG and IPG to evaluate the implementation of innovative management models and to track changes in governance. This instrument is available free of charge to healthcare organization administrators, academic researchers, and students who formally request permission and agree to adhere to guidelines for use. Click on the IPNG or IPG button on the left to download.

If you have questions or want to request permission to use these instruments, contact the Forum.