N.J. Admin. Code § 13:93-11.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 13:93-11.3 - Medical services

(a) The facility shall provide a program of medical care for all juveniles in residence. The facility shall provide for medical emergencies on a 24-hour, seven day a week basis.

(b) Each juvenile placed in detention shall receive a health assessment and screening by a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse within 24 hours following admission, noting symptoms of any communicable disease, lice, bruises or abrasions, unusual marks and general medical condition. The facility's medical and social service staff shall attempt to secure from appropriate sources, information regarding any medical care, treatment or medication prescribed prior to placement. Each juvenile shall also receive a medical examination performed by either a physician licensed to practice medicine in the State of New Jersey, a licensed physician assistant, or an advanced practice nurse within 72 hours following admission. Internal vaginal and rectal examinations shall not be routinely included as part of the medical examination for admission.

(c) Psychiatric and psychological services shall be provided as required by individual rehabilitation plans.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:93-11.3

Amended by R.1999 d.248, effective 8/2/1999.
See: 31 New Jersey Register 1462(a), 31 New Jersey Register 2226(a).
Rewrote (b).
Amended by R.2000 d.497, effective 12/18/2000.
See: 32 New Jersey Register 2977(a), 32 New Jersey Register 4458(a).
Rewrote (b).
Amended by R.2005 d.373, effective 11/7/2005.
See: 37 New Jersey Register 1426(a), 37 New Jersey Register 4290(a). In (b), deleted "under the supervision of a registered nurse,"; in (c), substituted "rehabilitation" for "treatment".