LAC 48:I.4721. Personnel File

A. A provider shall have a personnel file for each employee which shall contain: 1. the application for employment and/or resume; 2. reference letters from former employer(s) and personal references or phone notes on such references; 3. any required medical examinations; 4. evidence of applicable professional credentials/certifications according to state law; 5. annual performance evaluations; 6. personnel actions, other appropriate materials, reports and notes relating to the individual's employment with the facility; 7. employee's starting and termination dates; 8. the staff member shall have reasonable access to his/her file and shall be allowed to add any written statement he/she wishes to make to the file at any time. B. A provider shall retain the personnel file of an employee for at least five years after the employee's termination of employment.