Importance of Mission and Vision Statements in Strategic Planning HCS/499

Mission and Vision Statements are vital in the strategic planning process. The mission statement will help measure whether the strategic plan aligns with the overall goals of the agency. The vision statement helps to provide inspiration to employees (Hawthorne, 2019). The mission statement will define why your organization exists, what is its purpose, what it does, and who you are. The vision statement will define where you would like to be in the future, usually a timeframe of three to five years. It also shows what direction you are heading towards as you fulfill your mission. I will identify the mission and vision I selected for Stevens District Hospital. Then, explain the rationale...