NAC449.776. Director of professional services.

     1. The director of professional services must be a physician or a registered professional nurse licensed to practice in this State who is readily available through the agency’s office to advise the members of the staff.

     2. The director of professional services shall:

     (a) Direct, supervise and coordinate the skilled nursing services and other therapeutic services provided by the agency.

     (b) Develop and revise written objectives for the care of patients, policies and procedure manuals.

     (c) Assist in the development of descriptions of jobs.

     (d) Assist in the recruitment and selection of personnel.

     (e) Recommend to the administrator the number and levels of members of the nursing staff.

     (f) Plan and conduct orientations and continuing education for members of the staff engaged in the care of patients.

     (g) Evaluate the performance of the nursing staff.

     (h) Assist in planning and budgeting for the provision of services.

     (i) Assist in establishing criteria for the admission and discharge of patients.

     [Bd. of Health, Home Health Agencies Part II Chap. III § D, eff. 1-10-74]