Failure to Timely Investigate and Report Alleged Abuse
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to complete and document a timely and thorough investigation regarding an allegation of abuse involving a resident with dementia and behavioral issues. The incident involved the resident alleging that she was attacked by a male staff member during the night shift, resulting in a thumb injury, but she was unable to provide specific details or identify the staff member. The facility's Five Day Follow-Up Report, which is required to be sent to the State Agency to document the results of the investigation, was undated and the facility could not provide confirmation that the report was received by the State Agency. State Agency records showed the report was not received until over two months after the incident, and the Director of Nursing was unable to provide evidence of timely submission.