416.46—Condition for coverage—Nursing services.
The nursing services of the ASC must be directed and staffed to assure that the nursing needs of all patients are met.
(a) Standard: Organization and staffing.
Patient care responsibilities must be delineated for all nursing service personnel. Nursing services must be provided in accordance with recognized standards of practice. There must be a registered nurse available for emergency treatment whenever there is a patient in the ASC.