N.J. Admin. Code § 8:19-1.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 12, June 17, 2024

Section 8:19-1.5 - Personnel performing newborn hearing screening

(a) Each birthing facility shall designate a licensed audiologist or physician who shall oversee the birthing facility's newborn hearing screening program, and who shall ensure the implementation of the following:

1. Training and supervision of the individuals performing the screening in accordance with (b) and (c) below;

2. Recording of screening results;

3. Reporting EBC data;

4. Educating and counseling parents;

5. Developing effective strategies for communicating the hearing screening results to parents and responsible physicians;

6. Coordinating follow-up services including referrals for re-screening or audiologic evaluation as appropriate; and

7. Annually reviewing policies and procedures.

(b) Only licensed audiologists or physicians, or other examiners under the direction and supervision of either licensed audiologists or physicians, shall conduct newborn hearing screening in accordance with the requirements of this subchapter.

1. All personnel who conduct newborn hearing screening shall undergo an annual competency evaluation on their screening administration and documentation skills as well as adherence to infection control procedures.

(c) All personnel performing newborn hearing screening shall be supervised and trained in the performance of newborn hearing screening. Training shall include the following:

1. The performance of newborn hearing screening;

2. Infection control practices;

3. The general care and handling of newborns in hospital settings according to established hospital policies and procedures;

4. The documentation of screening results as directed; and

5. Maintenance of confidentiality of records.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:19-1.5