Specifications include, but are not limited to: Admission dental examinations for each resident will be provided in accordance with the requirements of Chapter DSS 132.67 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code and acts amendatory thereto as well as Titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act. Exams will include inspection of the oral cavity for signs of disease, diagnosis of dental disease, development of treatment plan, and dental radiographs as needed. Other dental services will include restorations, extractions, root canals, dentures, partials, crowns, and lab repairs. Admission assessment to be completed within fourteen (14) days of admission of the resident. Write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medicines as needed. Address immediate dental concerns in a timely manner and inform nursing staff of resident’s status after an invasive procedure has been performed. Explain procedures to all residents and obtain guardian consent for extractions, etc. when necessary. Request staff assistance when needed to ensure safety. Write recommendations for residents, document for hygienist and write referrals for residents to see dental specialists as needed. Use universal precautions at all times when providing care to residents and in cleaning equipment. Monitor directives from OSHA and CDC as they relate to infection control practices and keep facility personnel informed of changes. After dental services are completed for the day, sterilize all dental instruments. Maintain accurate and legible dental logs. Dental Assistant should submit logs to Administrator on a monthly basis.