Utah Administrative Code (Current through November 1, 2019) |
R432. Health, Family Health and Preparedness, Licensing |
R432-750. Hospice Rule |
R432-750-16. Nursing Services
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(1) A registered nurse shall provide or direct nursing services.
(2) Registered nursing personnel shall perform the following tasks:
(a) make the initial nursing evaluation visit;
(b) re-evaluate the patient's nursing needs as required;
(c) initiate the plan of care and necessary revisions;
(d) provide directly or by contract skilled nursing care;
(e) assign, supervise and teach other nursing personnel and primary care person;
(f) coordinate all services provided with members of the interdisciplinary team;
(g) inform the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient's condition and needs;
(h) prepare clinical progress notes; and
(i) participate in in-service training programs.