Essential Supervisory Regulations

March 27 Webinar – Essential Supervisory Regulations

Kaitlin Dykstra, RN BSN
In Home Service Nure Consultant
WA State Department of Health

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Presentation Synopsis:

This presentation will provide an overview of the essential supervisory regulations that govern the management of dependent staff in the in-home care settings. We will examine the legal frameworks and compliance requirements that impact caregiver supervision including relevant state and federal regulations. Key areas of focus will include staff qualifications, oversight responsibilities and documentation practices. We will also highlight the implications of non-compliance and the importance of establishing clear policies and procedures that describe supervision of staff.

My name is Kaitlin Dykstra. I graduated from Whitworth College and Washington State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. With over 17 years of nursing experience, I began my career as a home health RN and team leader, dedicating 7 years to providing quality care in patients’ homes. Following this role. I transitioned to working as a school nurse for a decade, where I supported the health and wellbeing of students in an educational setting. Since 2022, I have been serving as a Nurse Consultant with the Office of Health Systems Oversight within the Department of Health on the In-Home Services team where I work to ensure compliance with In-Home Services regulations at both the state and federal level.