Failure to Administer Vaccinations
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that residents were offered and/or received necessary vaccinations, specifically the pneumococcal and influenza vaccines. Resident 5, who was cognitively intact, had consented to receive the pneumococcal vaccine as indicated by a signed authorization form dated November 19, 2024. However, the resident did not receive the vaccine, which was confirmed by the Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator. Similarly, Resident 11, also cognitively intact, had consented to receive the influenza vaccine as per a consent form dated October 2, 2024, but did not receive it, as confirmed by the Director of Nursing. Additionally, Resident 14, who was cognitively intact and dependent on staff for daily care, was not documented as having been offered the influenza vaccine for the 2024-2025 flu season. The Director of Nursing confirmed the absence of documentation indicating that the resident was offered the vaccine. These deficiencies were identified through a review of facility policies, clinical records, and staff interviews, highlighting a failure in the facility's vaccination procedures.