(1)(a) If a licensee provides an organized social services department, a qualified social worker shall direct the social work services.
- (b) If a licensee does not have a full or part-time qualified social worker, the administrator shall designate an employee to coordinate and assure that social work services are provided to patients.
- (c) The licensee shall ensure the social worker, or designee, is knowledgeable about community agencies, institutions, and other resources.
- (2) If a licensee does not provide an organized social services department, the licensee shall obtain consultation from a qualified social worker to provide social work services.
- (3) The licensee shall orient the staff to help the patient make the best use of available inpatient, outpatient, extended care, home health, and hospice services.
- (4) The licensee shall integrate social services with other departments and services of the hospital.
KEY: health care facilities
Date of Last Change: June 5, 2026
Notice of Continuation: August 22, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-1-202; 26B-2-202; 26B-2-203