Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 481 - Inspections and Appeals Department
Inspections Division
Chapter 53 - Hospice License Standards
Rule 481-53.11 - Coordinator of Patient Care

Universal Citation: IA Admin Code 481-53.11

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 6, September 18, 2024

(1) A registered nurse, social worker or health care administrator shall be designated to coordinate implementation of the plan of care for each patient.

(2) The coordinator of patient care shall at least:

a. Coordinate all aspects of patient care to ensure continuity, including care by all service disciplines in all care settings;

b. Facilitate exchange of information among all personnel who provide services to ensure complementary efforts and support for objectives outlined in the plan of care;

c. Facilitate communication between caregivers, patient and family;

d. Maintain a roster of patients;

e. Maintain a schedule for IDT review of care plans;

f. Chair IDT conferences;

g. Develop job descriptions for all nursing personnel;

h. Establish staff schedules to meet patient needs and ensure 24-hour service;

i. Develop and implement orientation and training programs;

j. Develop and implement performance evaluation for the nursing staff; and

k. Facilitate periodic meetings of the professional nursing staff to evaluate the nursing care provided by hospice personnel.

This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 135J.3(2).

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