Section 325.13306. Volunteer services.  


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  • (1) The hospice and its hospice residence, if  applicable,  may utilize lay or professional volunteer services to promote the availability of care, meet the broadest range of patient?family unit needs,  and  effect financial economy in the operation of the hospice and its hospice residence, if applicable.

    (2)   A volunteer services director shall develop and implement a program which meets the operational needs of the program, coordinates orientation and education of volunteers, defines the role and responsibilities of volunteers, recruits volunteers, and coordinates the utilization of volunteers with other program directors.

    (3)         The  volunteer services director  shall  be    member   of    the interdisciplinary team.

    (4)   Volunteer service staff shall be aware of a patient's condition and treatment as indicated on the written plan of care.

    (5)   Services provided by volunteers shall be in   accord  with  the   written plan of

    care.

History: 1984 AACS; 2003 AACS.