Failure to Implement Pneumococcal Vaccine Policy for Two Residents
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to implement its pneumococcal vaccine policy for two residents. For one resident, there was no documentation of pneumococcal vaccine history or assessment of eligibility upon admission, despite a signed consent from the resident's guardian for vaccine administration. There was also no record that the vaccine was administered, and staff were unable to provide documentation of any assessment for vaccine eligibility. For the second resident, the immunization record showed no history of receiving a pneumococcal vaccine, and although the vaccine was refused, there was no documentation that education about the vaccine was provided to the resident or their representative before or after the refusal. Staff confirmed the absence of required documentation and education for both residents, indicating noncompliance with the facility's policy and CDC guidelines regarding pneumococcal immunizations.