Board policy manual & workplace conduct - Kingston General Hospital

SUBJECT:Policy # V-A-3Position Description for the Board ChairPage 2 of 3Executive Officer and the Chief of Staff regarding the board’s expectations andconcerns. In collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer, develop standards forboard decision-support packages that include formats for reporting to the boardand the level of detail to be provided to ensure that Hospital managementstrategies and planning and performance information are appropriately presentedto the board.d) Performance Appraisal. Lead the senior leadership assessment andcompensation committee in monitoring and evaluating the performance of theChief Executive Officer and Chief of Staff and establishing compensation policythrough an annual process as outlined in the Board Policies re “President andChief Executive Officer Performance Evaluation” and “ Chief of Staff PerformanceEvaluation” respectively.e) Work Plan. With the assistance of the Chief Executive Officer and thegovernance committee, ensure that a work plan is developed and implementedfor the board that includes annual goals for the board and embraces continuousimprovement.f) Representation. Ensure that members of the board of directors have theopportunity to represent the board at hospital functions and in interactions withexternal partners and stakeholders.g) Reporting. Report regularly and promptly to the board regarding issues that arerelevant to its governance responsibilities. Report to the annual meeting ofthembembers concerning the operation of the Hospital.h) Board Conduct. Set a high standard for Board conduct and enforce Policies andBy-Laws regarding Board member conduct.i) Mentorship. Serve as a mentor to the Vice-Chair and to other Board members.Ensure that all members of the Board contribute fully. Address issues associatedwith underperformance of individual Directors.j) Succession Planning. Participate in succession planning for the Chief ExecutiveOfficer, Chief of Staff and the Board of Directors.The skills, attributes and expertise of the Board Chair are defined below.Skills, Attributes and Experience.The Board Chair should have the following personal qualities, skills, and experience:• all of the personal attributes required of a Director;• Leadership and management skills;