The bill amends Section 1-890.3 of the Oklahoma Statutes to update the rules under the Continuum of Care and Assisted Living Act. Key changes include the replacement of the term "Board" with "Commissioner" of Health, and the introduction of minimum standards for resident care, particularly regarding medication administration. These standards require assisted living centers to provide qualified staff for medication administration, ensure monthly reviews by a Registered Nurse or pharmacist, and maintain proper documentation and policies for medication storage and disposal. Additionally, the bill specifies the duties of the internal quality assurance committee that each assisted living center must establish, which includes monitoring trends, customer satisfaction, and recommending policies on resident care.
Furthermore, the bill outlines the composition of the quality assurance committee, mandating the inclusion of a Registered Nurse or physician, the center administrator, a direct care staff member, a pharmacist consultant, and a person with ownership interest in the center. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, and aims to enhance the quality of care in assisted living facilities by establishing clear standards and oversight mechanisms.