Esplana, Kirsteen Irish P.
I. Introduction
In nursing leadership and management, the vision, mission, goals, and philosophy
are key to guiding and shaping a healthcare organization's culture. The vision provides
a long-term direction, inspiring and uniting staff toward common goals. The mission
defines the organization's core purpose, ensuring that daily operations align with
fundamental objectives. Goals translate the vision and mission into measurable targets,
driving performance and accountability. The philosophy reflects the organization's
values, shaping a culture that promotes quality care and collaboration. Overall, these
elements ensure a focused, cohesive, and value-driven approach to healthcare
management.
II. Analysis
As for the healthcare organization, I chose Mount Carmel Diocesan General
Hospital’s vision, mission, goals and philosophy. Their vision statement effectively
communicates the organization's aspirations to be "the best and the biggest quality
healthcare provider in Southern Tagalog," which clearly expresses a strong commitment
to excellence and leadership. It also emphasizes the importance of holistic care,
reflecting a dedication to addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the
community. The inclusion of faith-based values, such as "healing with Christ" and "to
glorify God," highlights the organization's guiding principles, which can strengthen its
identity and appeal to its community. However, the use of two separate slogans
—“Excellence in Service, Leader in Healthcare” and “We serve humanity to glorify
God”—might dilute the overall impact of the vision. A more focused and streamlined
statement could enhance clarity. While the vision does convey a clear long-term goal, it
could be further strengthened by explicitly mentioning aspects like innovation, growth, or
sustainability to better reflect a forward-looking approach.
