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32 | During an interview with Client 1 (C1) reported that staff were not providing prescribed medications in a timely manner. C1 stated that when medication was requested, Medication Technicians often instructed C1 to return in approximately one hour. C1 expressed concerns that staff misinterpreted the situation and believed it was sexual in nature. C1 further stated that staff were jealous of treated C1 unfairly. C1 stated that three night-shift staff members frequently take breaks and long lunches and reportedly yell at C1 without cause. C1 indicated experiencing emotional distress and stated that C1 should not be spoken to in a raised or inappropriate manner. C1 declined to answer questions regarding not having a key to C1’s apartment. Staff interviews with S2 and S3 confirmed that some clients prescribed controlled substances or nicotine gum often request medication prior to scheduled times. When instructed to wait, clients may become verbally aggressive and use inappropriate language toward staff throughout the facility. Based on the information obtained this allegation is unsubstantiated.
Allegation: Staff inappropriately speaks to resident
During an interview with C1 alleged that staff frequently yell at C1 without cause and require C1 to return later for medication. C1 reported that night-shift staff routinely raise their voices and take extended breaks while C1 is in need of medication. C1 acknowledged having an outburst due to frustration related to medication access. Interview with C2, C2 reported receiving medications on time and stated they have never witnessed Medication Technicians yelling at clients. C2 reported observing other clients yelling at staff.
Interview with C3, C3 stated that medications are administered on time and reported never witnessing staff yell or use inappropriate language towards clients. C3 confirmed witnessing clients becoming verbally aggressive toward staff. C3 observed C1 leaving the interview area upset and yelling loudly, at staff when they were going on break and/or lunch. Based on the information obtained this allegation is unsubstantiated.
No deficiencies cited during visit.
Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.
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