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The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) leadership standards, found in the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals, fully integrate how leaders plan and coordinate daily hospital operations. The standards outline key leaders' roles and explain how you can promote quality care by developing the mission, vision, policies, and bylaws for your hospital operations.