NEVHC History

NEVHC’s Mission, Vision & History

Policy:

The NEVHC Mission Statement will reflect the purposes of the organization as set forth in the Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws.

The NEVHC Mission Statement will support the mission of the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration which is to improve health and achieve health equity through access to quality services, a skilled health workforce and innovative programs.

The NEVHC Vision will state the NEVHC vision for the future.

The NEVHC Values will articulate the values that NEVHC strives to exemplify for its patients, participants, clients, employees, venders and communities served.

The approved Mission, Vision and Values will be communicated throughout the organization and to the public:

Mission:

The Mission of Northeast Valley Health Corporation is to provide quality, safe and comprehensive primary healthcare to medically underserved residents of Los Angeles County, particularly in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys, in a manner that is sensitive to the economic, social, cultural and linguistic needs of the community.

Vision:

Northeast Valley Health Corporation will be an integral part of a system that provides healthcare access to all.

Values:

The Board of Directors and Staff of Northeast Valley Health Corporation Value:

  • Equitable access to quality health and wellness services
  • Improving access to quality health and wellness services
  • Patient and family centered care
  • Customer service with respect, dignity and compassion
  • Equal employment opportunity, fair compensation and advancement
  • Timely and efficient delivery of care
  • Integrity, honesty, and ethical business practices
  • Healthier communities through collaboration and partnerships

Procedure:

  1. The Board of Directors adopts and revises as needed the NEVHC Mission, Vision and Values.
  2. The Board will review its decisions for conformance with the Mission as part of its annual self assessment.
  3. The Mission, Vision and Values will be included in the NEVHC Corporate Policy and Procedure Manual and will be displayed on the NEVHC webpage at NEVHC.org

Codes/Regulations/Accreditation Standards Joint Commission Leadership Standard: LD 1.10, 1.20

Related NEVHC Policies and Procedures: Code of Conduct: HR 675; Annual Board Self Assessment Tool

Evidence of Implementation: Mission, Vision and Values statement/s are included in Corporate Policy and Procedure Manual; Board Minutes reflect approval and revisions to Mission, Vision and Values Statements.