N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:16-2.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 9, May 6, 2024

Section 10A:16-2.2 - Director of Health Services, Department of Corrections

(a) The Director of Health Services of the Department of Corrections serving under the Deputy Commissioner, Division of Operations, or designee shall:

1. Be a plenary licensed physician in the State of New Jersey;

2. Have formal training in internal medicine, family practice, psychiatry or other primary care field;

3. Have experience and knowledge in the field of correctional medicine;

4. Oversee the provision of medical, dental and mental health services to inmates within the Department of Corrections;

5. Advise the administrative staff of the Department of Corrections in the formulation of directives and policies for the provision of health services within the Department;

6. Be responsible for the development of internal management procedures describing and directing the delivery of health care services;

7. Direct continuous quality improvement activities;

8. Conduct peer reviews; and

9. Be responsible for ensuring that all licensed staff maintain professional credentialing.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:16-2.2

Amended by 49 N.J.R. 2800(a), effective 8/21/2017