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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karina Canela arrived unannounced to deliver findings on complaint investigations. LPA met with staff Arthur William "Bill" Heady, who will be taking over as Administrator.
During review of files LPA discovered Resident (R1) requires daily subcutaneous injections of insulin for Diabetes Type 2. Per resident's Physician's Report (form LIC 602) dated 04/12/2023, R1 is not able to administer their own injections. Per resident's Appraisal/Needs & Service Plan (form LIC 625) dated 10/09/2022, R1's daughter administers insulin injections for R1 twice per day. Interviews with staff confirmed this.
LPA discussed with Administrator and Wellness Director, Community Care Licensing Regulations 87628 Diabetes, 87629 Injections, 87101 Definitions, and 87616 Exceptions for Health Conditions. LPA explained resident family members are not allowed to administer medications or injections to residents in a licensed care facility, unless the resident is receiving hospice services. Medications and injections shall be administered by an Appropriately Skilled Professional, such as Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). The Facility was unaware of this requirement and believed family was allowed to administer injections. The facility plans to request an approved exception request from the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. The facility understands that if the exception request is not approved, the facility will not be allowed to retain R1 as they can not meet their needs regarding injections.
No deficiencies cited regarding this case management inspection during today's visit. |