Section 481.53.11. Coordinator of patient care.

A registered nurse, social worker or health care administrator shall be designated to coordinate implementation of the plan of care for each patient.

The coordinator of patient care shall at least:

        1.            Coordinate all aspects of patient care to ensure continuity, including care by all service disciplines in all care settings;

        2.            Facilitate exchange of information among all personnel who provide services to ensure complementary efforts and support for objectives outlined in the plan of care;

        3.            Facilitate communication between caregivers, patient and family;

        4.            Maintain a roster of patients;

        5.            Maintain a schedule for IDT review of care plans; and

        6.            Chair IDT conferences.

This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 135J.3(2).