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32 | It was alleged that staff verbally abused resident while in care, per interviews with 6 out of 6 staff stated they have never verbally abused any resident in care. Based on interviews with 6 out of 6 residents interviewed stated no one has yelled at them. The remaining 6 residents were not available for interviews or not oriented to time and space.
It was alleged that staff denied a resident eating, per interviews with staff, 6 out of 6 staff stated they have never denied a resident food. Per interviews with 6 out of 12 residents stated they have never been denied food. 6 out of 6 residents interviewed stated the food is good and they have snacks available.
It was alleged that staff did not follow general food service requirements, per interview with Administrator Arya stated the facility has designated staff for cooking. LPA interviewed 6 out of 6 staff, staff stated they have never witnessed any issues with sanitation in the kitchen. Per LPA’s observation the kitchens are clean and free of debris and without odors.
It was alleged that resident sustained unexplained injuries while in care . Per review of Resident 1 (R1) physician report dated December 22 2024, R1 is diagnosed with dementia and has a history of skin breakdown. No photographs, medical records or documentation could be found to verify the presence of an injury for any resident in care. Interviews with 6 out of 6 staff, staff stated they have not been rough when handling any residents. Per interview with Administrator Arya, AD stated that R1 would rattle their bed rails and would hit against the bed rails. Based on 6 out of 6 residents interviewed, they stated that all the staff is kind and gentle and no one has been aggressive.
It was alleged that staff did not properly report incident involving residents. Per review of LIC 624 Unusual Incident/Serious Injury reports facility reported various incidents. Per staff interviewed, incidents were reported to facility Administrator. No further documentation of incidents was obtained to suggest incidents were not being reported as required.
Therefore based on the preponderance of evidence through records reviewed, interviews and observations the allegations Staff verbally abused a resident while in care, Staff denied a resident from eating while in care, Staff did not follow general food service requirements , Resident sustained unexplained injuries while in care and Staff did not properly report incidents involving a resident are determined to be UNSUBSTANTIATED, meaning that although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violations occurred.
No deficiencies are being cited in today's visit.
An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided. |