520
Detailed Needs and Requirements: Nursing Home Care Unit
2. Physicians
Physicians will visit the unit periodically to examine patients. However,
a permanent staff member may not be assigned to the unit.
3. Residents and Interns
It is not anticipated that teaching will occur on these units unless a
special center for gerontology is established when specific medical
specialties in this field develop.
4. Nursing Staff
Skilled nursing is required to maintain an active rehabilitation program.
Nurses will assist in treating chronic medical conditions, helping
patients maintain a high level of daily activities and in most therapy
programs.
5. Nursing Students
Student nurses will receive a portion of their training on the nursing
home care unit. A maximum of eight students may participate at one
time.
6. Maintenance
See 512.2
7. Building Management
See 512.3
8. Dietary
See 525;1;4, 14
9. Visitors
Visitors to the unit will be common. They will be entertained in patient
rooms or in group social spaces.
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