1.04 Ethics in healthcare
Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations Ethics Standard of conduct or code of behavior for a person or group of people Involves: Personal values Professional standards expected of a healthcare professional Organizational standards expected of an employee 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues
1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues Aspects of Ethics Ability to determine “right” from “wrong” Commitment to do what is right 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues
1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues Personal Ethics Ethical Foundations: Personal values Dependable Honest Responsible Trustworthy 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues
1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues Professional Ethics Code of Ethics Specific for each healthcare career Two components 1. Principles of Ethics Standards of exemplary professional behavior for all members of the association 2. Rules of Ethics Mandatory, direct standards of minimally acceptable professional conduct 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues
Organizational Ethics Moral values that guide the way corporations make decisions Governed by Legislation/laws Professional codes Individual values Never compromise your ability to perform in the best interest of the organization 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues
Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations Recognize Illegal and Unethical Behavior Report any event that has adverse affects on the health, safety or welfare of any person within the healthcare agency Healthcare professional must Obey the law Follow code of ethics for his/her job description Treat everyone with respect 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues
Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations Report Illegal and Unethical Behavior Ensures health, safety and welfare of any person within the healthcare agency Follow employee handbook for reporting procedures Consult manager/supervisor Contact human resources supervisor 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues
1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues in healthcare THE END