Violation Details: 00314742-AP-267053

Date
2/20/2024
Report number
00314742-AP-267053
Type
Abuse: Neglect
Level
2 - Minor harm or potential for moderate harm
Allegation
Failed to follow care plan
Result
Substantiated
Findings
On or about February 20, 2024, Alleged Victim (AV) fell onto the floor of his/her room while attempting to sit on a chair. At time of incident, AV's room was dark, no lights were on. Based on facility documentation and interviews, AV suffers from blurred and distorted vision and is care planned to have a soft, non-glaring light on at night. AV's care plan was not being followed as all lights in AV's room were off. The facility's failure to follow AV's care plan, resulted in AV falling, suffering unreasonable discomfort which is a violation of resident rights, is considered neglect of care and constitutes abuse.
Sanction
RCFCP24-00720 $375.00 fine assessed