Consultation Services

Section 330 Section 330.920  Consultation Services a)         The facility shall designate a staff member to provide social services to residents.  If the staff member designated to provide social services is not a social worker, the facility shall have an effective arrangement with a social worker to provide social service consultation. b)         The facility shall have a written agreement for activity program consultation if required under Section 330.1310(c). c)         The facility shall obtain consultation, as needed, from a dietician if therapeutic diets are prescribed (see Section 330.1940(e)). d)         If the facility does not employ a registered professional nurse, the facility shall arrange for consultation from a registered nurse.  The consultant shall assist with developing policies, methods and procedures relating to the medical program, medication, in-service on these medications and in-service training on all aspects of personal care.