N.J. Admin. Code § 8:39-45.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 23, December 2, 2024

Section 8:39-45.2 - Mandatory data reporting requirements

(a) Each facility qualified pursuant to this subchapter to hold itself out as providing an Alzheimer's/dementia program shall:

1. Compile and maintain daily records for each shift in the facility and provide to a member of the public, upon request, information that indicates for each shift, as appropriate:

i. The number of nurses, including the aggregate total of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses providing direct care to residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders; and

ii. The number of certified nurse aides providing direct care to residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders; and

2. Provide a member of the public seeking placement of a person diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders in the facility with a clear and concise written list that indicates:

i. The activities that are specifically directed toward residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, including, but not limited to, those designed to maintain dignity and personal identity, enhance socialization and success, and accommodate the cognitive and functional ability of a resident;

ii. The frequency of the activities listed in (a)2i above; and

iii. The safety policies and procedures and any security monitoring system that is specific to residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.

(b) As used in this section, "Alzheimer's disease and related disorders" means the conditions defined at 26:2M-10(b).

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:39-45.2

New Rule, R.2005 d.157, effective 5/16/2005.
See: 36 New Jersey Register 3617(a), 37 New Jersey Register 1727(b).