The Hospice shall designate an individual to serve as administrator. The administrator shall have the authority and responsibility for the functions and activities of the Hospice, be an employee of the Hospice, and be available within a reasonable time and distance. Administrators hired subsequent to the promulgation of this regulation shall hold at least a baccalaureate or associate degree and have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a health-related field within the past five (5) years. A qualified staff member shall be designated, in writing, to act in the absence of the administrator.
S.C. Code Regs. § 61-78.600.602