(1) Personal care aides shall be at least 18 years of age and must:
- (a) Have knowledge of agency policy and procedures;
- (b) Be trained in first aid;
- (c) Be able to demonstrate competency in all areas of training for personal care.
(2) Personal Care Aides shall be supervised by an individual with the following qualifications:
- (a) A licensed nurse; or
- (b) A Certified Nursing Aide with at least two years experience in personal or home care.
- (3) The supervisor shall complete an on-site evaluation of the personal care aide and document the quality of the personal care services provided in the client's place of residence every six months.
- (4) Personal Care Aides shall document observations and services in the individual client record.
KEY: health care facilities
Date of Last Change: August 12, 2021
Notice of Continuation: August 13, 2021
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26-21