SECTION 310:600-9-3. Staffing and personnel

(a)   The narrative shall specify facility staffing and stipulate staff approved to assist with procedures and to recover patients. Staffing for services provided shall be based on the volume of procedures performed and acuity level of the patients. Staffing shall ensure desired outcomes of care are achieved and negative outcomes are avoided. Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses providing services shall be identified in the narrative.

(b)   Training, continuing education, health examinations, job descriptions and performance appraisal requirements for staff providing patient care shall be stipulated.

(c)   The organization of physicians and practitioners with delineated privileges shall be described. The narrative shall explain methods used to recommend appointments and review clinical practice.

(d)   Security provisions and practices that ensure patient and staff safety shall be described. The narrative shall stipulate facility protocols and practices for any anticipated external or internal emergency. An evacuation plan and protocol shall be provided or described.

[Source: Added at 15 Ok Reg 3172, eff 7-13-98]