N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.15.31

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024

Section 8.370.15.31 - STAFF TRAINING

A. Training and orientation for each new employee and volunteer that provides direct care shall include a minimum of the following training prior to providing unsupervised care for residents.

B. On-going training shall be provided to staff that provides direct care as needed; the training and proof of competency shall include at a minimum:

(1) fire safety and evacuation training;

(2) first aid and CPR;

(3) safe food handling practices (for persons involved in food preparation and service), to include:

(a) instructions in proper storage;

(b) preparation and serving of food;

(c) safety in food handling;

(d) appropriate personal hygiene; and

(e) infectious and communicable disease control;

(4) confidentiality of records and resident's information;

(5) residents' rights;

(6) reporting requirements for abuse, neglect or exploitation in accordance with 8.370.9 NMAC;

(7) smoking policy for staff, residents and visitors;

(8) emergency procedures;

(9) staff are familiar with each resident's needs and services plan;

C. Documentation of orientation and subsequent trainings shall be kept in the personnel records at the boarding home.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.15.31

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024