RCFE Facility Management Test 3

Question 1

Under California RCFE regulations, how many hours of initial training must a new administrator complete before assuming duties?

Accepted Answer

40 hours

Answer

New RCFE administrators must complete 40 hours of initial administrator certification training before or shortly after assuming their role.

Question 2

What is the minimum staff-to-resident ratio required during nighttime hours at an RCFE with 16 residents?

Accepted Answer

Depends on resident care needs

Answer

RCFE staffing ratios during nighttime are determined by the assessed needs of residents rather than a fixed universal ratio.

Question 3

Which of the following is a mandatory background check requirement for all RCFE employees who have contact with residents?

Accepted Answer

Both DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearances

Answer

All RCFE staff with resident contact must obtain clearances from both the California DOJ and the FBI through fingerprint-based background checks.

Question 4

How often must RCFE direct care staff complete continuing education training after the initial certification?

Accepted Answer

8 hours every year

Answer

After initial training, RCFE direct care staff must complete a minimum of 8 hours of continuing education each year.

Question 5

What must an RCFE administrator do if they plan to be absent from the facility for more than 30 consecutive days?

Accepted Answer

Designate a qualified facility manager in writing and notify CDSS

Answer

For absences exceeding 30 days, the administrator must designate a qualified manager in writing and notify CDSS of the arrangement.

RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) Practice Test