Staff Training and Qualifications Flashcards
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What must an RCFE administrator do if they are temporarily absent from the facility for more than how many consecutive days?
Answer: 7 days
If an RCFE administrator will be absent for more than 7 consecutive days, they must designate a qualified substitute administrator.
Which training topic is specifically required for RCFE staff who work with residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's or related dementias?
Answer: Dementia Care Training (DCT)
Staff working in RCFE facilities that serve persons with dementia must complete specialized Dementia Care Training (DCT) as required by California law.
An RCFE staff member's TB (tuberculosis) test results must be documented within how many days of hire?
Answer: 30 days
RCFE employees must provide evidence of a negative TB test or clearance within 30 days of beginning employment.
Who is responsible for ensuring that RCFE staff receive mandated reporter training under California law?
Answer: The RCFE administrator/licensee
The RCFE administrator and licensee are responsible for ensuring all staff complete mandated reporter training as required by law.
What is the required staff-to-resident ratio for an RCFE with 16 or more residents during nighttime sleeping hours?
Answer: At least 1 awake staff on duty at all times
For facilities with 16 or more residents, at least one awake staff member must be on duty during nighttime sleeping hours.
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable form of identification for verifying a prospective RCFE employee's eligibility to work in the United States?
Answer: Driver's license alone
A driver's license alone is not sufficient for I-9 employment eligibility verification; it must be combined with a Social Security card or similar document.