Staffing Pattern

In addition to the staffing requirements of 105 CMR 164.048, the Licensed or Approved Provider shall provide an adequate number of qualified personnel to fulfill the services objectives and patient needs. At a minimum, such staffing shall include: (A) An acupuncturist on-site during the hours of operation. (B) Consultation to staff available from a fully qualified clinician, and a Practitioner, psychiatrist, registered nurse or licensed practical nurse either on-site or through an affiliation agreement. If services are to be available through a QSOA, the QSOS shall be reaffirmed every two years. (C) Supervision. In addition to supervision requirements set forth in 105 CMR 164.044, the Licensed or Approved Providers shall ensure supervision of nursing staff is overseen by either a registered nurse, or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or other Qualified Health Care Professional provider defined under 105 CMR 164.005 who possesses the skills and supervision experience as determined by program and/or meets the requirements under professional licensure; provided, however that the supervisor shall be educationally prepared at or above the level of the nursing staff under his or her supervision.