Section 1200-11-05-.07 - PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS(1) Selection of a new LEA applicant or continuation of an existing LEA as a site for the Program is determined by the Department based on a determination of the population most at need, the ability of the LEA to meet the standards defined herein and the availability of funding.(2) The following criteria must be satisfied by an LEA participating in the program: (a) Letter of Agreement-The LEA must enter into a written agreement with the department that specifies the roles and responsibilities of each party. This letter of agreement shall require compliance with these rules and other applicable laws.(b) Facilities - The LEA must be willing to: 1. Provide access in each participating school to an environment compatible with the maintenance of privacy and confidentiality to include a telephone and office work space.2. Provide first aid supplies.3. Room for storage of supplies and equipment. (Locked cabinet?)(c) Personnel At least two (2) staff members in each participating school staff shall be trained in first aid and shall hold current certification to administer cardio-pulmonary resuscitation on children and adults.
(d) The LEA shall implement a written policy which provides school nurses with access to student records regarding absenteeism, injuries, emergency information, health history, screenings, grade level retention and medical reports.Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1200-11-05-.07
Original rule filed July 28, 1989; effective September 11, 1989.Authority: T.C.A. §§ 68-1-103 and 68-1-12-01 through 68-1-1206.