New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 7 - HEALTH
Chapter 20 - MENTAL HEALTH
Part 12 - LICENSING REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES
Section 7.20.12.30 - POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
All facilities licensed pursuant to these regulations have written policies and procedures for the following:
A. reporting of suspected child abuse, neglect or exploitation, pursuant to these regulations;
B. actions to be taken in case of accidents or emergencies involving a child, including death;
C. disciplinary methods utilized by the facility;
D. actions to be taken when a child is found to be absent without authorization for longer than 24 hours;
E. the administration of medication;
F. confidentiality of the childrens records;
G. the use of seclusion rooms and/or restraints, if used by the facility;
H. maintenance of building(s) and equipment;
I. fire and evacuation;
J. administration and preparation of drugs;
K. the handling of complaints received from clients, parents, guardians or any other person;
L. adequate staff coverage to meet the acuity needs of the treatment population which are reassessed and adjusted when clinically indicated.
