N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.22.27

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 24, December 23, 2024

Section 8.370.22.27 - RESPONSIBILITIES OF AGENCY PERSONNEL

Home health agencies utilizing any of the following personnel for provision of home care services must assure the responsibilities listed below are met.

A.Primary service personnel: including, but not limited to, registered nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, social workers, shall:

(1) provide necessary professional care and guidance within the scope of their licensure;

(2) evaluate the home for its suitability for the patient/client's care;

(3) teach the patient/client and caregivers how to provide care;

(4) develop, evaluate and coordinate the patient/client's plan of care on a continuing basis;

(5) inform the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient/client's condition and needs;

(6) perform an evaluation visit and follow-up visits as needed;

(7) prepare clinical notes.

B.Secondary service personnel: Other licensed personnel, including, but not limited to, respiratory therapists, licensed practical nurses, physical therapy assistants, certified occupational therapist assistants, shall:

(1) provide services in accordance with an established plan of care and agency policies;

(2) provide necessary professional care and guidance within the scope of their licensure;

(3) prepare clinical notes;

(4) evaluate the home for its suitability for the patient/client's care;

(5) teach the patient/client and caregiver how to provide care;

(6) inform the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient/client's condition and needs.

C.Non-licensed personnel: Individuals, including, but not limited to, home health aides, homemakers, personal care attendants, shall:

(1) provide personal care including assistance in the activities of daily living;

(2) assist to maintain a safe and clean environment;

(3) perform household services and other activities as assigned;

(4) communicate with appropriate supervisor about changes or variations in the patient/client or home situation;

(5) teach the patient/client and caregivers how to provide care, within the level of their competency;

(6) prepare patient/client notes.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.22.27

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024