S.C. Code Regs. § 61-84.500.506

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 34, August 23, 2024

Section 61-84.500.506 - Private Sitters (II)

A. Unless the written agreement (See Section 901.A) between a resident and the facility prohibits the use of private sitters, the facility shall establish a formalized private sitter program directed by a facility staff member so that residents or their responsible party may contract for sitter services.

1. The facility shall assure that private sitters have been chosen in accordance with the Residents Bill of Rights.

2. Facilities allowing the use of private sitters shall establish written policies and procedures for private sitters.

3. Prior to resident contact, the private sitter shall have documented orientation to the organization and environment of the facility. Orientation to the facility shall consist, at least, of the following:

a. Residents' rights;

b. Confidentiality;

c. Disaster preparedness;

d. Emergency response procedures;

e. Safety procedures and precautions; and

f. Infection control.

4. There shall be accurate current information maintained regarding private sitters including:

a. Name, address and telephone number;

b. Documentation of orientation to the facility, including residents' rights, regulation compliance, policies and procedures, training, and duties;

c. Date of initial resident contact may be maintained by the facility, if applicable.

B. The facility shall maintain the following documentation regarding private sitters:

1. A health assessment (in accordance with Section 505.A) within twelve (12) months prior to initial resident contact or his or her first day working as a private sitter;

2. A criminal record check (See Section 501.B.) completed prior to working as a private sitter;

3. Determination of TB status (See Section 1702.D.) prior to initial resident contact or his or her first day working as a private sitter.

C. Private sitters shall not be included in the minimum staffing requirements of Section 503.B.

D. Private sitters shall sign in and sign out with facility staff upon entering or leaving the facility. Private sitters shall display identification in accordance with facility policies and procedures that is visible at all times while on duty.

S.C. Code Regs. 61-84.500.506

Amended by State Register Volume 39, Issue No. 06, eff. 6/26/2015.