R432-40-4. Policy and Procedures

Each long-term health care facility shall implement written policies and procedures that include:

(1) a comprehensive assessment and immunization program for residents and employees;

(2) how and when to provide the influenza and pneumococcal immunizations;

(3) standing orders from a qualified health care practioner to ensure residents obtain influenza and pneumococcal immunizations;

(4) collection and recording of resident-specific immunization history information for each resident admitted to the facility;