Write a 2,500-word paper that answers the following questions:

• Why is accountability important in the health care industry?
• How is an employee's accountability measured in the health care industry?
• How does accountability apply to ethical considerations in leadership and management?
• What does a checks-and-balances process look like in a successful organization?
• How does accountability affect an organization's working culture?
• How can you maintain a positive working culture and avoid a culture of blame?             

Cite a minimum of 4 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar references.

Format your paper and sources according to APA guidelines.