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F0880
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Failure to Follow PPE Protocols for COVID-19 Positive Resident

Seattle, Washington Survey Completed on 04-16-2025

Penalty

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The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

Staff failed to follow proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols when caring for a resident who had tested positive for COVID-19. Specifically, a registered nurse entered the room of a resident on aerosol and contact precautions without donning the required PPE, which included a respirator/N95 mask, eye protection, gown, and gloves. Signage was posted at the resident's door indicating the need for these precautions, and the resident's positive COVID-19 status was documented in the medical record. Interviews with facility staff, including the interim administrator and the Director of Nursing Services/Infection Preventionist, confirmed that the expectation was for all staff to use full PPE when entering rooms of residents with COVID-19. The registered nurse acknowledged awareness of the resident's COVID-19 status and the PPE requirements but did not comply with the protocol at the time of observation.

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