Sec. 30.08.10.03. Neurotrauma Center Director

A. A neurotrauma center shall have a director who is authorized to direct and coordinate all medical services for neurotrauma patients admitted to the center.

B. The neurotrauma center director shall meet the requirements in Regulation .05 of this chapter.

C. Responsibilities of the neurotrauma center director include:

(1) Creation of policies and procedures for the neurotrauma center that specify the care of neurotrauma patients;

(2) Participation with the State EMS system in development of policies and protocols for use throughout the EMS system for initial care, triage, and transport of neuro-injured patients;

(3) Communication on a regular basis with physicians and other authorities regarding patients who have been referred;

(4) Direction of the neurotrauma center administration functions;

(5) Direction and active participation in the neurotrauma quality management program; and

(6) Development of and participation in both internal and external continuing medical education programs in the care and prevention of neuro injuries.