Corporate committee structure

■■ The executive committee has the authority to act on behalf of the full board.

■■ The bylaws committee reviews and recommends bylaws to the governing body.

■■ The finance committee oversees financial affairs and makes recommendations to the governing body.

■■ The joint conference committee acts as a forum for discussion of policy and practice matters.

■■ The nominating committee develops and recommends criteria for governing body membership.

■■ The planning committee makes recommendations for the use and development of an organization’s resources.

■■ The patient care committee reviews the quality of patient care and makes recommendations for its improvement.

■■ The audit and regulatory compliance committee assesses various functions and control systems of the organization and provides management with analysis and recommendations for activities reviewed.

■■ The safety committee oversees the organization’s safety program.