Section 481.58.9. Administration.

       58.9(1) The licensee shall:

        a.           Assume the responsibility for the overall operation of the nursing facility; (III)

        b.           Be responsible for compliance with all applicable laws and with the rules of the department; (III)

        c.           Establish written policies, which shall be available for review, for the operation of the nursing facility. (III)

       58.9(2) The administrator shall:

        a.           Be responsible for the selection and direction of competent personnel to provide services for the resident care program; (III)

        b.           Be responsible for the arrangement for all department heads to annually attend a minimum of ten contact hours of educational programs to increase skills and knowledge needed for the position; (III)

        c.           Be responsible for a monthly in-service educational program for all employees and to maintain records of programs and participants; (III)

        d.           Make available the nursing facility payroll records for departmental review as needed; (III)

        e.           Be required to maintain a staffing pattern of all departments. These records must be maintained for six months and are to be made available for departmental review. (III)