ARF ARF Staff Qualifications 2

Question 1

What is the minimum staff-to-resident ratio required during nighttime hours at an ARF?

Accepted Answer

At least one awake staff member on duty at all times

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One staff member per 15 residents

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Staff may be off-site if a call system is in place

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No minimum is required if residents are assessed as low-need

Question 2

What continuing education is required for ARF administrators annually?

Accepted Answer

A minimum of 40 hours of relevant continuing education

Answer

No continuing education after initial certification

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8 hours per year on medication management only

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A refresher CPR course every 3 years

Question 3

Can an ARF licensee serve simultaneously as the facility administrator?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if they meet the administrator qualifications

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No, the roles must always be separate individuals

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Only if the facility has fewer than 6 residents

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Only with written DSS approval each year

Question 4

ARF staff who assist residents with medications must complete which specific training?

Accepted Answer

A DSS-approved medication training course

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A pharmacist-supervised 8-hour practicum

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No formal training is required for non-prescription medications

Answer

CNA certification with a medication module

Question 5

What documentation must an ARF maintain for each staff member?

Accepted Answer

Personnel file with training records, clearances, and employment history

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Only the staff member's current First Aid card

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A verbal record maintained by the supervisor

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A county-issued staff registry number only

Question 6

If an ARF staff member's background clearance is revoked after hire, what must the administrator do?

Accepted Answer

Immediately remove the staff member from any resident contact

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Allow the staff member to appeal before taking action

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Reduce the staff member to supervision-only duties for 30 days

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Report to the county and await further instructions before acting