Accountability framework
2023, c.12, s.1
7(1)The Minister shall establish an accountability framework that describes the roles of the Minister, other government ministers and the regional health authorities and that specifies the responsibilities each has towards the others within the provincial health care system.
7(2)The accountability framework shall include direction to the regional health authorities on establishing strategic objectives and performance measures and reporting requirements with respect to
(a)
patient-centred care and clinical outcomes,
(b)
patient and family experience, including quality and safety of care,
(d)
financial management, and
(e)
innovation, education and continuous improvement.
7(3)The regional health authorities shall implement the strategic objectives, evaluate performance and report to the Minister in the manner determined by the Minister.
7(4)The Minister shall consult with each regional health authority when establishing an accountability framework.
2002, c.R-5.05, s.7; 2023, c.12, s.1