S.D. Admin. R. 20:48:17:07
Current through Register Vol. 50, page 159, June 17, 2024
Section 20:48:17:07 - Application and admission to program Applicants for admission to the program shall:
(1) Provide a written application to program personnel containing evidence the applicant holds a nursing license in South Dakota or may apply for a South Dakota nursing license and is eligible for licensure, or is enrolled as a nursing student in an education program located in South Dakota;(2) Agree to complete an admission interview with program personnel and provide documentation from an approved health care provider of the applicant's current condition or diagnosis and treatment plan identifying the applicant has a mental health or substance use related issue; and the completion, or confirmed start date, of treatment for substance use or mental health disorder at an approved treatment facility;(3) Agree to provide written authorization to allow program personnel access to any medical records from health care providers or treatment facilities;(4) Sign a participation agreement that meets the requirements in 20:48:17:08 and complete toxicology screening within ten business days of application to the program;(5) Agree to meet with program personnel on a quarterly basis to review progress and compliance in the program; and(6) Agree to pay costs or fees associated with the program. Program personnel may recommend or refer participants to approved treatment programs or health care providers. An applicant who refuses to cooperative with the admission process may be reported to the board.
S.D. Admin. R. 20:48:17:07
48 SDR 040, effective 10/5/2021General Authority: SDCL 36-2A-14
Law Implemented: SDCL 36-2A-2, 36-2A-6, 36-2A-7, 36-2A-14.