Bulletin #14 – Ethics Theme

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Menno Place is committed to fostering an ethical environment that supports ethical practices, decision-making and reflection.  Issues brought forward at Menno Place are discussed utilizing a framework (algorithm) for making ethical decisions. It helps guide our ethical decision-making practice within our organization.

The Menno Place Ethics Committee meets regularly to review ethical issues brought forward by staff. During the meetings, articles pertaining to current or potential issues are discussed.  The Ethics Committee at Menno Place acts as a resource to staff, residents and family members through the provision of education, training and working through ethical issues.

The following tools exist at Menno Place as tools for working through ethical issues, making referrals, guiding decisions and providing timelines for education.

  1. AP 1.08 (Index) – Annual Goals & Objectives
  2. AP 1.09 (Index) – Committee Structure
  3. AP 5.06 (Index) – Ethical Decision Making Process; Process Map & SBAR
  4. AP 1.01 (Index) – MBS – Vision/Mission/Values
  5. AP 2.12 (Index) – Continuing Education for Managers and Employees
  6. AP 2.02 (Index) – Research
  7. Terms of Reference for Ethics Committee
  8. Ethics Committee Referral Form

How does Menno Place deal with research opportunities?

When Menno Place is approached for research opportunities, there is a policy outlining the requirements for the researcher that must be followed. All submissions are reviewed by the Board.

How are leaders, staff, physicians, residents and families supported in the ethics decision-making process?

Ethical decision-making is an integral part of daily practice. Leaders, staff and physicians are encouraged to raise ethical issues within their area and discuss them with their leader or supervisor, as they feel comfortable. In most situations, clinical ethics are handled by the individuals and team(s) involved. However, a referral to the Menno Place Ethics Committee is made when the team requires additional support.

Who can ask for an ethics consult?

Anyone can request an ethics consult – residents, families, staff, physicians, leaders and administrators.

How will our ethics standards and processes be evaluated during the Accreditation Survey?

Surveyors will tour our sites and will follow a test(s) of compliance. They will gather information by:

  • Reviewing resident health records and documentation
  • Talking and listening to leaders, physicians, staff, students, volunteers, residents and families
  • Observing what takes place
  • Recording what they read, see and hear

Who needs to be aware of our ethics standards and practices?

Everyone! If you have any questions please ask your supervisor.