Violation Details: 00331308-AP-282584

Date
2/19/2024
Report number
00331308-AP-282584
Type
Abuse: Neglect
Level
2 - Minor harm or potential for moderate harm
Allegation
Failed to provide a safe medication administration system
Result
Substantiated
Findings
The Alleged Victim (AV) relies on the facility to administer his/her medications. According to an investigation, on or about February 19, 2024, AV did not receive antibiotic medication as ordered to treat a wound. AV received only seven doses of the twenty doses prescribed when staff were unable to locate the antibiotic medication, resulting in the wound not improving. The facility failed to provide a safe medication system, which is a violation of resident rights, is considered neglect of care and constitutes abuse.
Sanction
RCFCP24-00938 $500.00 fine assessed