S.C. Code Regs. § 61-103.500.505

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 34, August 23, 2024

Section 61-103.500.505 - Direct Resident Care Staffing

A. There shall be a physician or authorized healthcare provider on-call twenty-four (24) hours a day, and his or her name and where he or she can be reached shall be clearly posted in accessible places for all staff. (I)

B. At least one (1) registered nurse shall be immediately accessible by phone and available in the facility within thirty (30) minutes. Additional onsite coverage by licensed nurses shall be required if needed depending upon the size of the facility and needs of the residents served. Nursing personnel shall be assigned to duties consistent with their training and experience. (I)

C. An adequate number of licensed and direct care staff shall be on duty to meet the total needs of the residents. (I)

S.C. Code Regs. 61-103.500.505

Replaced and amended by State Register Volume 40, Issue No. 06, eff. 6/24/2016.