Failure to Investigate Alleged Misappropriation of Resident Funds
Penalty
No penalty information released
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Summary
The facility failed to investigate an allegation of abuse involving one resident who reported to a CNA that a staff member took her money to purchase food but did not return with either the money or the food. The resident was unable to identify or describe the staff member involved. The CNA did not report the allegation to a nurse or the Administrator. Upon interview, the Administrator confirmed that no investigation had been conducted regarding the resident's allegation of misappropriation of funds. Review of the facility's Abuse Prevention Program policy and the resident's electronic medical record showed no documentation or evidence that the allegation was investigated.