Improper Handling of Soiled Linen by CNA
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain proper infection prevention and control practices regarding the handling of soiled linen. On one unit, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) was observed exiting a resident's room while carrying unbagged soiled linen with bare hands, contrary to the facility's policy which requires all used laundry to be handled as potentially contaminated and bagged or contained at the point of collection. The CNA confirmed handling the soiled linen without gloves or a bag and transporting it to the soiled linen room, where it was placed in a hamper. This incident was observed and discussed with a Registered Nurse/Unit Manager during the survey.