This paper examines the problems and their causes currently facing Faith Community Hospital. First, the paper suggests that the
lack of
clarity in the mission statement allows for it to be interpreted from many different perspectives, with such interpretations then influencing and determining the manner in which
medical care and services are offered and received. The paper next suggests that there is also a lack of clarity amongst board members and
staff regarding legal and policy mandates, which the hospital must adhere to in order to protect itself as well as its'
patients. A third significant problem identified is that the hospital does not have an established specialization or
identity. Finally, the paper looks at the problem of decreasing patients. Included in the discussion of each problem is a recommendation for resolving it.