Sec.19a-495-6g. In-service training and education

(a) In-service educational programs shall be conducted. Such programs shall include but not be limited to:

(1) An orientation program for new personnel, volunteers and contracted staff who provide care to hospice inpatient facility patients. The orientation program shall be provided before the start of employment, volunteering, or provision of contract services at the hospice inpatient facility. The orientation program shall address:

(A) The purpose, goals, mission and philosophy of hospice care; and

(B) Each individual's specific duties.

(2) Not less than once a year, a training program for employees, volunteers and contracted staff who provide care to hospice inpatient facility patients concerning the development and improvement of hospice-related skills that are identified by the quality assessment and performance improvement program;

(3) Annual training for all employees of the hospice inpatient facility, volunteers and contracted staff in:

(A) Prevention and control of infection;

(B) Patient rights and confidentiality;

(C) Fire prevention and safety; and

(D) Food services and sanitation.

(b) The administrator shall assess the skills and competency of all individuals providing patient care and, as necessary, provide in-service training.

(c) The administrator shall maintain documentation and an attendance list of all in-service programs and education for a period of three years after completion.

(Effective July 31, 2012)