Failure to Employ Full-Time Qualified Social Worker in Facility Exceeding 120 Beds
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to employ a full-time qualified social worker despite having more than 120 certified beds, as required. At the time of the survey, the facility was licensed for 160 certified beds. An interview with the Social Work Assistant revealed that she was employed full-time but was not a licensed or certified social worker; her background included administration, medical assisting, and activities, but not social work. She reported being trained by the Regional Social Services Director, who was available on call, but confirmed that there was no full-time qualified social worker on staff. The interim Nursing Home Administrator also confirmed the absence of a full-time qualified social worker at the facility.