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Should managers have a code of conduct?

P Bayliss1

  • 1Brunel University.

Health Services Management
|January 8, 1994
PubMed
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This study surveyed National Health Service (NHS) managers to gauge their views on adopting a professional code of ethics. Managerial ownership is crucial for the successful implementation of any proposed ethics code.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Professional Ethics
  • Organizational Behavior

Background:

  • Growing emphasis on values and ethics within the National Health Service (NHS).
  • Exploration of accountability issues, influenced by the Cadbury report.
  • Consideration by the Institute of Health Services Management (IHSM) regarding a code of ethics for managers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate National Health Service (NHS) managers' perspectives on the implementation of a professional code of ethics.
  • To assess the potential for managerial ownership and commitment to an ethics code.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted to gather the views of NHS managers.
  • Analysis of managers' opinions on the feasibility and adoption of an ethics code.

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Main Results:

  • Managerial perceptions are central to the success of any proposed code of ethics.
  • The willingness of managers to "own" and implement a code is a critical factor.

Conclusions:

  • The adoption and effectiveness of an NHS manager's code of ethics depend heavily on the managers' own attitudes and commitment.
  • Further engagement with managers is essential for developing and implementing ethical guidelines in healthcare management.