NAC449.7475. Administrator: Qualifications and duties.

     1. The administrator of a nursing pool must be a physician or professional registered nurse, licensed to practice in this State, or a person having at least 1 year of supervisory or administrative experience in a field related to the provision of health care.

     2. The administrator of a nursing pool shall represent the licensee in the daily operation of the nursing pool and appoint a person to exercise his or her authority in his or her absence. The administrator’s responsibilities include:

     (a) Keeping the licensee fully informed of the activities of the nursing pool through regularly written reports;

     (b) Employing qualified personnel and arranging for their orientation and continuing education;

     (c) Developing and implementing an accounting and reporting system that reflects the fiscal experience and current financial position of the nursing pool;

     (d) Negotiating for services provided by contract in accordance with legal requirements and established policies of the nursing pool;

     (e) Holding periodic meetings to maintain a liaison between the licensee and members of the staff of the nursing pool; and

     (f) Performing such other duties as may be assigned.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health, eff. 1-31-90)