Lack of Staff Training on Trilogy Non-Invasive Ventilator
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide training to staff on the use of the Trilogy Non-invasive ventilator, as required by licensure regulations. Record review showed that the facility's assessment did not include ventilation services, despite having a resident with physician orders for the use of a Trilogy Non-invasive ventilator at bedtime or while napping. Interviews with a resident revealed that the ventilator was being used continuously, except during cleaning or hose changes. Additionally, an LPN reported not receiving any training on the Trilogy Non-invasive ventilator or on recognizing dialysis-related signs and symptoms. The Regional Nurse Consultant confirmed that training on ventilator and dialysis services had not been completed for staff review.