LAC 48:I.9275. Notice of Violation

A. When there are substantiated allegations against the direct service worker, either through oral or written evidence, the department will notify the individual(s) implicated in the investigation of the following: 1. the nature of the violation(s) and the date and time of each occurrence; 2. the department's intent to report these violations to the DSW Registry; and 3. appeal rights/opportunities: a. the right to request from HSS an informal discussion (informal dispute resolution process); and b. the right to request from the Division of Administrative Law an administrative hearing (appeal); or c. the right to bypass the informal dispute resolution process and request appeal with the Division of Administrative Law. B. The specified timeframe, up to and including permanent status, to cease employment as a DSW in a licensed health care facility will be indicated in the notice letter of placement of the finding against the DSW.