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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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