Building an Ethical Organization: Final Paper for Healthcare Management – Hsm 230, Week 9

Summary

Ethics in healthcare management is about how to build an ethical organization. Students learn about setting missions, values and codes of ethics. A case study of Riley’s Recovery Center shows how this works in practice.

Riley’s Recovery Center

Riley’s Recovery Center is a nonprofit organization. It helps addicts and alcoholics of all ages in Washtenaw County. It offers detox, inpatient rehabilitation, transitional housing and outpatient counseling.

Mission, Values and Ethics

The organization’s mission is to help addicts and alcoholics transition into sobriety. Its values include honesty, trust, care, diversity, inclusivity, respect and commitment. It has a code of ethics to guide staff and volunteers.

Organizational Culture and Leadership

The organization’s culture is based on its values and beliefs. Leadership is important for setting a good example. The code of ethics helps staff to serve clients well and respect their rights.

Conflicts of Interest and Cooperation

The organization has rules about conflicts of interest. Cooperation is important for the organization to run effectively. The code of ethics helps staff to avoid unnecessary issues.

Key terms

Mission

The purpose and goals of the organization.

Values

The beliefs and principles that guide the organization.

Code of ethics

A set of rules that guide the behavior of staff and volunteers.

Organizational culture

The shared values, beliefs and behaviors of the organization.

Conflicts of interest

Situations where personal interests may interfere with professional duties.

Leadership

The role of leaders in setting a good example and guiding the organization.

Questions this document helps with

• What is the mission of a healthcare organization?
• How do values guide a healthcare organization?
• What is a code of ethics in healthcare?

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