Failure to Report and Investigate Alleged Sexual Assault
Penalty
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Summary
The facility administrator failed to report and thoroughly investigate an allegation of sexual assault involving two residents. According to a grievance report, staff reported a possible sexual assault to the Social Worker, who then informed the Administrator on the same day. However, the Administrator did not report the allegation to the State Agency, as confirmed during an interview, citing concerns about the facility's record. A review of the New Mexico Health Care Authority complaints intake confirmed that no report of the incident had been received from the facility. This lack of reporting and investigation constitutes a deficiency in the facility's administration and handling of abuse allegations.