Incident investigation·November 26, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angela Barutyan conducted an unannounced case management - incident visit at 02:10PM. Upon arrival, LPA met with staff and Director of Nursing (DN) Jessica Saks. Reason for the visit was explained. On 10/31/2024, the Department received an incident report stating that on 10/30/2024, the facility was made aware of fraudulent activity from a staff member toward Resident #1 (R1). The SOC 341 reports that two (2) personal checks were made out from R1’s account to Staff #1 (S1) for “service pay” in the amounts of $3000 and $5000. S1 has since been terminated. The facility cross-reported to Adult Protective Services, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and Law Enforcement. During today’s visit, LPA conducted a brief physical plant tour, conducted interviews with DN Saks at 02:35PM, two (2) staff members, and eight (8) residents between 03:20PM - 04:30PM, and reviewed and obtained copies of pertinent documents relevant to the investigation. Prior to issuing final licensing report, it has been determined that further investigation is needed at this time. Exit Interview Conducted and Report was Issued.