Failure to Implement Policies to Prevent Abuse, Neglect, and Theft
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to develop and implement effective policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. This deficiency was identified through review of facility documentation and interviews, which revealed that the required policies and procedures were either not in place or not adequately enforced. As a result, there was insufficient guidance for staff on how to recognize, report, and prevent incidents of abuse, neglect, or theft involving residents. Surveyors found that the lack of comprehensive policies and procedures contributed to an environment where staff were not consistently trained or held accountable for preventing and reporting such incidents. No specific resident cases or medical histories were detailed in the report.