Failure to Screen and Document Flu and Pneumococcal Vaccinations
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to adequately screen and document the vaccination status for influenza (Flu) and pneumococcal vaccines for two out of five residents whose immunization records were reviewed during a recertification and complaint survey. Specifically, one resident admitted in January 2025 had no documented record for either the Flu or Pneumococcal vaccine. The Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that staff should have offered the Flu vaccine and obtained the pneumococcal vaccination status upon admission, but there was no data available for this resident. Another resident, admitted in May 2025, also lacked documentation of their pneumococcal vaccine status. When questioned, the DON indicated she would look for additional information, but no further documentation was provided. These findings demonstrate a failure by the facility to ensure proper screening and documentation of required vaccinations for eligible residents as per CDC recommendations.