Based on interview and record review it was confirmed that the facility failed to notify a resident's emergency contact in an emergency. Findings include:
During an interview on 11/15/2022, Staff #1 (S1) stated that there was a time when the facility forgot to notify the resident ' s emergency contact when the resident went to the hospital.
A review of Resident #1 (R1) service plan dated 8/19/2022 and progress notes dated 9/2/2022-11/152022. The progress notes show that on 10/24/2022 that the emergency contact was not notified about their family member going to the hospital on 10/23/2022.
On 11/15/2022, these findings were reviewed and acknowledged by S1.
Plan of Correction: S1 had a re-education last week for informing family members or Power of Attorney (POA's) of residents when the resident is sent to the hospital.
Based on interview and record review it was confirmed that the facility failed to ensure only individuals with a diagnosis of dementia who are in need of support for the progressive symptoms of dementia for physical safety, or physical or cognitive function may reside in a memory care community. Findings include:
During an interview on 11/15/2022 Staff #1 (S1) stated that Resident #1 (R1) had a diagnosis for dementia when living in the assisted living but admits that when R1 moved to memory care the facility could not find a formal diagnosis.
A review of R1 service plan dated 8/19/2022 and progress notes dated 9/2/2022-11/15/2022 state no medical diagnosis found.
On 11/15/2022, these findings were reviewed and acknowledged by S1.
Plan of Correction: The RN has reached out to the resident 's doctor to see if she has a formal diagnosis. awaiting doctors' response.