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|Cannon Building |STATE OF DELAWARE |Telephone: (302) 744-4500 |

|861 Silver Lake Blvd., Suite 203 |DEPARTMENT OF STATE |Fax: (302) 739-2711 |

|Dover, Delaware 19904-2467 | |Website: dpr. |

| |DIVISION OF PROFESSIONAL REGULATION | |

PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES: BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF NURSING HOME

ADMINISTRATORS

MEETING DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 2:00 p.m.

PLACE: 861 Silver Lake Blvd, Dover, Delaware

Conference Room B, second floor of the Cannon Bldg.

MINUTES APPROVED: January 8, 2008

MEMBERS PRESENT

Jerrold Spilecki, Professional Member, President

Carolyn Cotter, Public Member, Vice-President

William Daisey, Public Member

Fatima Woodard,

Maria Simoes, Public Member

Frances Wimbush, Healthcare Member

DIVISION STAFF/DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL

Chris Spizzirri, Deputy Attorney General

Debbie Heinsch, Administrative Specialist II

Nicole M. Williams, Administrative Specialist II

David Mangler, Executive Director

MEMBERS ABSENT

Virginia Gray, Professional Member

Lillie Mae Johnson, Public Member, Secretary

OTHERS PRESENT

Timothy Ballis

Colette Storck

CALL TO ORDER

Mr. Spilecki called the meeting to order at 2:42 p.m. Ms. Woodard, a new board member, and Debbie Heinsch, Team A Board Liaison, were introduced.

REVIEW OF MINUTES

The Board reviewed the minutes of the July 10, 2007 meeting. Ms. Cotter made a motion, seconded by Ms. Wimbush, to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was unanimously carried.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Previously Tabled Application for NHA Licensure – Sister Carol Marie Ferrucci – Application was previously tabled, pending receipt of additional information. Chris Spizzirri, Deputy Attorney General, reviewed the New York Nursing Home Administration Rules and Regulations and determined that they are equivalent to Delaware’s Rules and Regulations. Mr. Daisey made a motion, seconded by Ms. Wimbush, to approve the application. The motion was unanimously carried.

Previously Tabled Applications for Continuing Education Activities – Provider is NAB Approved -

Institute for Natural Resources – Home Study Courses

Pharmacological Interventions for Children with ADHD – Home Study – Ongoing – 3.0 hrs

ADHD: Latest Diagnostic Guidelines – Home Study – 3.0 hrs

Alternative and Behavioral Treatments of ADHD – Home Study – 3.0 hrs

Learning Disabilities other than Dyslexia – Home Study – 3.0 hrs

ADHD in Adults” – Home Study – 3.0 hrs

Dyslexia in Adults – Home Study – 3.0 hrs

Splitting the Brain – Home Study – 3.0 hrs

Smart Drugs? – Home Study – 3.0 hrs

Women’s Health: Chronic Pain” – 3 hrs

Women’s Health: Depression – 3 hrs

Women’s Health: Insomnia – 3 hrs

Women’s Health: Menopause – 3 hrs

Autism: Pervasive Developmental Disorder – 3 hrs

Anti-Anxiety Drugs – 3 hrs

Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases – 3 hrs

Brain and Stress: Disorders and Coping Strategies – 3 hrs

Can You Type? Type 1 vs. Type 2 Diabetes – 3 hrs

Chocolate: Food, Drug, or Preventative Medicines– 3 hrs

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: The Prognosis Improves – 3 hrs

Cognitive Behavior Therapy – 3 hrs

Eating Disorders: Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, & Orthorexia’ – 3 hrs

Fibromyalgia – 3 hrs

Food Cravings and Appetite Control – 3 hrs

Head Ache – 3 hrs

Heart Health – 3 hrs

Hepatitis A – 3 hrs

Hepatitis C – 3 hrs

Herbs for Menopausal Women – 3 hrs

High-Fat/High-Protein Diets – 3 hrs

Loss of Control: Fighting Back with Full Strength – 3 hrs

Memory and Amnesia – 3 hrs

Mild Brain Injury – 3 hrs

Neurotransmitters: The Bridges of the Brain – 3 hrs

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: A Clinical Update – 3 hrs

The Pain Mutiny – 3 hrs

The Pain Truth – 3 hrs

Paradise Regained: Achieving Remission in Depression – 3 hrs

Poles Apart: Unipolar vs. Bipolar Depression – 3 hrs

Prevent Breast Cancer – 3 hrs

Rx for Women – 3 hrs

Snacking: An Opportunity for Better Health? – 3 hrs

Some Nerve – 3 hrs

Stop Losing Sleep – 3 hrs

Sugar, Sugar: Management of Diabetes – 3 hrs

Topic of Cancer – 3 hrs

Virus Alert: Smallpox & West Nile Viruses – 3 hrs

Vitamin C, E, and Folic Acid: Three Efficacious Vitamins – 3 hrs

Wide Bodies: Children, Obesity, and Diabetes – 3 hrs

Alzheimer’s: Prevention of the Disease and Other Dementias – 3hrs

Medical Ethics: A Clinical Update – 3 hrs

Non-HIV/AIDS Sexually Transmitted Diseases – 3 hrs

Non-Traditional Approaches: Anxiety, Insomnia, & Depression – 3 hrs

Obesity and Hormones – 3 hrs

Over the Counter Pain Medication: A Clinical Update – 3 hrs

Stimulants: Caffeine, Amphetamines, and Appetite Suppressants – 3 hrs

Stop Gaining Weight – 6 hrs

Stress and Eating – 3 hrs

Successful Aging – 4 hrs

Thyroid Disorders – 3 hrs

The Common Cold and Flu – 3 hrs

Food Allergies – 3 hrs

Germs: Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Protozoa & Helminthes – 3 hrs

HIV/AIDS – 3 hrs

Irritable Bowel Syndrome & Inflammatory Gastrointestinal Disorders – 3 hrs

Skin Allergies, Skin Care, and Wrinkles – 3 hrs

Malpractice: An Update for Health Professionals – 3 hrs

Low-Carb Diets – 3 hrs

Obesity and Low Fat Diets – 3 hrs

Arthritis, Diet, and Exercise – 3 hrs

Asthma and Allergies – 3 hrs

Autoimmune Disease and Multiple Sclerosis – 3 hrs

Parkinson’s disease and ALS – 3 hrs

Mr. Daisey made a motion, seconded Ms. Wimbush, to approve the above listing. The motion was unanimously carried.

Strategic Planning

Discussion on Exam Results and License Issuance – When the Board approves that an applicant can sit for the exam, the results are sent to the Board office. Mr. Daisey made a motion, seconded Ms. Simoes, to approve board staff issuing licenses, upon successful examination results, without additional board approval. The motion was unanimously carried.

Discussion on Expired AIT’s – Mr. Spizzirri suggested that they put a ninety (90) day extension into the Rules and Regulations. Tabled pending review of the statute by Mr. Spizzirri.

Status of Complaint -

Case 29-02-07 – Schedule Hearing Mr. Spilecki advised that the complaint has been turned over to the DAG’s office.

Case 29-01-07 – Ms. Gray - A hearing will be scheduled along with a work session for the same date.

Ms. Cotter asked if the Board information could be reviewed prior to the meeting dates to facilitate board business. Ms. Woodard and Ms. Cotter volunteered to assist with reviewing continuing education applications prior to meeting date and time. The information will be scanned/emailed to all Board members for review. Ms. Woodard and Ms. Cotter would like to meet one hour prior to each scheduled meeting time.

New Business

Review of AIT Application:

Lindsey C. Johnson – Review of SNF Preceptor and AIT Outline

Charlotte J. Brown – Review of Final Progress Report for SNF Portion of AIT Program

Laura Dittmar – Review of Final Progress Reports for AL and SNF Portions of AIT Programs, NHA application and Request to Sit for NAB Exam

Mary F. Drandorff – Review of Completed Progress Report for AL Portion of AIT Program, Request to Sit for NAB Exam

Lawrence Joseph Squire – Review of AIT Outline and AL and SNF Preceptor letters

Kathleen M. Gibson – Review of AIT Outline and AL and SNF Preceptor letters.

Lois M. Quinlan – Review of final progress reports for AIT program

Joseph F. Kauczka – Review of final progress report for AIT program and review of NHA application to sit for NAB exam

Timothy M. Ballas – Review of AIT application, outline and preceptor letters

Mr. Ballas stated that he has been an AL administrator for one year in Pennsylvania and that he does not have the experience yet in a skilled nursing facility. As well, his employer does not have a skilled section. Since Mr. Ballas is licensed in PA as an Assisted Living Administrator, the Board approved him to complete a 6 month AIT program with primary concentration in the Skilled Nursing Facility area.

Fernando T. Ollano – Review of AIT application and outline – Applicant did not initially receive a degree, but was later awarded a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Tabled

Motion made by Ms. Wimbush seconded Ms. Cotter to approve the above with the exception of Mr. Ollano, which was tabled for further discussion.

A motion was made by Mr. Spilecki, seconded by Mr. Daisey, to approve Mr. Ollano’s AIT application for nine months. Mr. Daisey, Ms. Simoes, Mr. Spilecki, and Ms. Wimbush voted in favor, Ms. Cotter and Ms. Woodard abstained. The motion was carried.

Review of Nursing Home Administrator Applications:

John A. Clancy – Reciprocity – PA

Tawnya L. Dennis – Review of Exam results

Reginald Goring – Reciprocity – PA

Jerome J. Joyner – Reciprocity – PA (pending payment)

Ms. Wimbush made a motion, seconded by Mr. Daisey, to approve the above applications. The motion was unanimously carried.

Review of Continuing Education Activities

Delaware Health Care Facilities Association

Signs, Symptoms and Self Care: Learning How to Manage Stress –10/24/2007 – 6.0 hrs

Division of Long Term Care Residents Protection

Reducing Pressure Ulcers – What Really Works – 8/9/2007 – 5.0 hrs

Health Care Association of New Jersey (HCANJ)

HCANJ 59th Annual State Health Care Convention and EXPO – 10/23, 24, 25/2007 – 8.0 hrs

Center For Competitive Management

Legal Background Checks: How to Limit Liability & Hire Smart – 8/20/2007 – 1.5 hrs

Activities for Geriatric Enrichment (AGE)

The Challenges and Rewards of Volunteer Program Design & Implementation – 5.0 hrs

Wilmington College: Tawnya Dennis

Law, Regulation and the Workplace – 9/10/07 - 10/22/07 Mondays – 35.0 hrs

Alzheimer’s Association, DE Valley Chapter

Caregivers Taking Care of Themselves – 11/16/2007 – 5.0 hrs

Activities for Geriatric Enrichment

The Challenges and Rewards of Volunteer Program Design & Implementation – Date TBA – 5.0 hours

Delaware Health Care Facilities

DHCFA’s Educational Seminar – 12/12/2007 – 3.0 hrs

Harbor Healthcare

“Family Matters”: Dealing with Family Issues and Job Related Stress – 11/2/2007 – 5.0 hrs

Ms. Cotter made a motion, seconded Mr. Daisey, to approve the above continuing education activities with the exception of Wilmington College. Wilmington College, Tawnya Dennis, is pending receipt of completion and instructor’s bio. The motion was unanimously carried.

Complaint 29-03-07 – Mr. Spilecki accepted the case.

Strategic Planning

Online License Renewal -

Assimilation of New Board Members

Ensure Proper Procedures for Reciprocity

Revise “Substantially Related” Crimes List

Update, Clarify and Improved Remaining Regulations

Ms. Cotter made a motion, seconded by Ms. Simoes, to meet four consecutive months to address the strategic plan on non board meeting months (February and April) from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. These meetings will not be for regular board business. The motion was unanimously carried.

Other Business before the Board (for discussion only)

PUBLIC COMMENT

Ms. Storck - When does the new statute apply?

Answer – it is the date in which the applicant applies.

Mr. Mangler introduced himself.

SCHEDULED MEETING – The next meeting will be held on January 8, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at 861 Silver Lake Boulevard, Cannon Building, Conference Room B, Dover, Delaware.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, Mr. Daisey made a motion, seconded by Ms. Woodard, to adjourn the meeting. The motion was unanimously carried. The meeting adjourned at 5:05 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

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Debbie Heinsch

Administrative Specialist II

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