Wyoming Administrative Code Agency 079 - Nursing Home Administrators
Wyoming Administrative Code — Agency 079
Agency 079 governs the licensure, practice, and professional standards of Nursing Home Administrators in Wyoming.
Key Definitions
Act – The Wyoming statutes giving the Board authority to regulate nursing home administrators.
Board – Wyoming Board of Nursing Home Administrators, responsible for licensing and oversight.
Nursing Home Administrator – A person who operates, manages, supervises, or is in charge of a health facility and must hold a license.
Health Service Executive (HSE) – A certified health services executive recognized by the national certifying body.
Provisional License – Temporary credential granted to qualified applicants pending completion of exams or training.
Licensure Requirements
Temporary License
For applicants licensed in another jurisdiction in good standing.
Valid for 90 days.
Requires submission of an application, fee, and verification of current licensure.
License by Endorsement
For applicants already licensed elsewhere with equivalent standards.
Requires application, verification of good standing, evidence of recent practice, and professional recommendations.
Provisional License
Issued to applicants meeting education and training requirements.
Expires six months after issuance, with a possible 60-day extension.
Converts to full license upon passing the national exam and completing training.
Standards of Practice
Licensed Nursing Home Administrators must:
Ensure quality resident care through planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Recruit, hire, and train staff to maintain high standards.
Coordinate consultant and medical services for residents.
Maintain effective communication with staff and residents.
Develop facility policies and procedures tailored to resident needs.
Meet regularly with healthcare teams to review care practices.
Board Authority
The Board oversees licensure, examinations, and regulations.
Practicing without a license is prohibited and may result in legal penalties.
The Board may investigate complaints, issue disciplinary action, or revoke licenses for violations.
Summary
Agency 079 ensures that nursing home administrators in Wyoming are properly trained, licensed, and held to professional standards, protecting residents’ health and safety while regulating the profession within the state.
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