W. Va. Code R. § 64-31-8 - Clinical Staffing

8.1. There shall be sufficient, qualified staff available to perform the services offered by the birthing center. In evaluating the numbers and qualifications of staff, the director shall consider the following criteria:

(a) the number and type of clients of the center;

(b) the type of services provided by the center;

(c) the education, training and experience of the staff as it relates to their job responsibilities;

(d) any specific requirements of these regulations;

(e) professional credentials; and

(f) state professional licensure requirements. All staff and any consultants or volunteers providing services under the auspices of the birthing center who are required by state law to be licensed, registered or certified shall have valid licenses, registrations or certificates, copies of which licenses, registrations or certificates shall be on file with the facility.

8.2. A physician certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology or who is otherwise qualified and authorized by training and experience as a practitioner in obstetrics shall participate in the development of and the review of clinical policies and procedures of the birthing center.

8.3. All policies and procedures relating to client care shall be approved and reviewed on a yearly basis by a physician meeting the requirements of Section 8.2 of these rules and regulations.

8.4. A physician certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology or a physician who is otherwise qualified and authorized by training and experience and who is recognized by peers in the community as an experienced, competent practitioner in obstetrics shall be immediately available by telephone twenty-four hours a day. The birthing center shall provide written evidence of physician availability.

8.5. A physician or nurse midwife shall be present at each birth. A second person, who is an employee or member of the clinical staff with resuscitation skills shall be immediately available during each birth.

8.6. The clinical staff shall develop and adopt rules and procedures, subject to the approval of the governing body, which shall include requirements for clinical staff membership, delineation of clinical privileges and responsibilities, and the organization of the clinical staff.

8.7. Qualified staff shall be present in the birthing center at all times when clients are present. In evaluating the necessary qualifications, the director shall take into account the particular type of service scheduled and other factors as specified in these rules and regulations.

Notes

W. Va. Code R. § 64-31-8