Shall not be assigned to a facility having nursing or medical personnel on staff, other than whose only function is to train employees, such as aides, on how to properly care for the clients residing at the facility.

Code 8866 applies to the operation of an assisted living facility, residential facility for the elderly or senior citizen living facility where no medical services are provided by the staff.  This type of facility does not employ any professional employees such as doctors and nurses.  However, they will make sure residents are taking their medications as prescribed by their physicians.

The types of services offered involves 24-hour assistance with daily living skills such as showering, bathing and eating.  Meals are prepared and either served to residents in their rooms or in the dining area.  The clients’ rooms are maintained by the staff.

If a resident requires any medical care, outside doctors, nurses or emergency services are contacted.