N.J. Admin. Code § 8:31B-4.79

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:31B-4.79 - Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit (NNI)

(a) Function:

1. A Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit provides care to newborn infants that is of a more intensive nature than care provided in Pediatric Acute or Newborn Nursing units. Care is provided on the basis of physicians' orders and approved nursing care plans. The units are staffed with specially trained nursing personnel and contain specialized support equipment for treatment of those newborn infants who require intensified, comprehensive observation and care. Neo-Natal Intensive Care Units are designated perinatal centers by the Department. Medical and Surgical Supplies should be reported in accordance with N.J.A. C. 8:31B-4.55.

2. Functions include feeding infants; collecting sputum, urine and feces samples; monitoring of vital life signs; operating specialized equipment needed for this function; preparing equipment and assisting physicians during infant examination and treatment; changing dressings and cleansing wounds and incisions; bathing infants; observing patients for reactions to drugs and administering specified medication; and infusing I.V. fluids.

(b) Units of Service: Patients (Admissions and Transfers In) and Patient Days.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:31B-4.79

Amended by 50 N.J.R. 1494(a), effective 7/2/2018