As used in this chapter, unless otherwise stated, the following terms shall have the respective meanings hereinafter set forth:
I. "Board" means the board of examiners of nursing home administrators of the state of New Hampshire.II. "Secretary" means the secretary of the board of examiners of nursing home administrators of the state of New Hampshire.III. "Nursing home administrator" means any individual who is charged with the general administration of a nursing home whether or not such individual has an ownership interest in such home and whether or not such individual's functions and duties are shared with one or more other individuals.IV. "Nursing home" means any institution or facility, whether proprietary or non-proprietary, defined as a nursing home for licensing purposes pursuant to RSA 151, or the equivalent facility or facilities as defined by the secretary of the United States Department of Health, Education and Welfare.1969, 459:1. 1977, 477:1. 1998, 137:1, eff. Aug. 7, 1998.