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WHAT IS A CODE OF CONDUCT?
A Code of Conduct is a description of values and actions that are important to a culture or organization. It describes what is expected from people who live or work in that culture.
This Code of Conduct is a practical guide to handling important issues and deterring wrongdoing for all representatives of North Carolina Baptist Hospital and Subsidiaries, including board members, employees, and volunteers. Built on the foundation of our Mission, Vision, Values, and policies, it promotes:
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Compassionate and excellent care for our patients and their families
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Respectful, collegial, and compassionate relationships with our co-workers
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Honest and ethical conduct, including adherence to the Policy of Ethical Behavior
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Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations
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The Code of Conduct was created to help us understand what actions support compliance. |
Prompt internal reporting of compliance issues
Management and staff at NCBH are individually and collectively responsible for compliance with laws, regulations, and sound business practices that govern our services. Education and policies contribute to assuring that we provide and bill for our services accurately and in compliance with all guidelines. However, we must act on our knowledge and the Code of Conduct was created to help us understand what actions support compliance.
The Code of Conduct can not address every ethical issue that might happen and employees are encouraged to clarify questions through their supervisors, Human Resources, or the Compliance Office. Employees are asked to take issues or concerns that might affect our compliance with laws, regulations, or appropriate business practices to their supervisors for clarification or resolution. If this is not an acceptable alternative, other appropriate support services may be contacted (e.g. Human Resources, Risk Management, etc.). If these avenues for resolution are not successful, the Compliance Office may be contacted directly (336.713.4949), through the WFUBMC Hotline (877.880.7888), or by email to NCBHCompliance@wfubmc.edu.
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