complaint·June 12, 2023

****continued from LIC9099.................... Allegation- Staff are not properly transferring resident. Department interviewed 2 staff and 2 residents during complaint investigation .Department has reviewed facility records, including charting notes, staff schedule and resident records. Interviews and record review indicated that facility was following resident's physician's orders while transferring them. Residents and staff interview indicated that facility has all transferring equipment's such as hoyer lift, sit to stand lift to transfer residents and all equipment's were in good working condition without any issues. Furthermore, staff get proper training in timely manner regarding safe transfer techniques for residents and can ask any questions from management in case they have any questions or issues to address in this area, therefore, the above allegation is found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED . Allegation- Resident left in soiled diaper for extended amount of time. Department interviewed 2 staff and 2 residents during complaint investigation. Department has reviewed facility records, including charting notes, staff schedule and resident records. Interviews and record review indicated that resident’s ADL’s which includes residents showering, incontinence and care needs are met as required and documented accordingly. Residents’ interviews indicated that staff were providing care in a professional manner and did not express any concerns. The department conducted interviews, facility observation and record review to investigate above allegation. During interviews with facility staff and residents, it has been revealed that facility is providing care to residents according to resident’s needs and service plans. During residents’ and staff interviews, it has been concluded that facility has enough staff to meet the needs of the residents in care. During department visits, department observed that residents appeared to be well groomed and in good care, therefore, the above allegation is found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED . A finding that the complaint allegations is UNSUBSTANTIATED means that although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violations occurred. No citations were issued today. Exit meeting conducted with house manager. A copy of this report has been provided to facility.