Failure to Maintain Required Nurse Staffing Records
Penalty
Fine: $24,700
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain the required daily nurse staffing data for the mandated 18-month period. During a review of posted staffing sheets covering a specified timeframe, it was found that documentation for 31 specific days was missing and could not be provided by the facility. The facility had a census of 74 residents at the time of the review. According to an administrative nurse, the staff scheduler was responsible for ensuring that nursing hours were both posted and retained as required. The facility's policy stated that nurse staffing information should be readily available and maintained in the Human Resources Department for at least 18 months or as required by state law.