Failure to Address Resident's Gender Preference for Caregivers in Care Plan
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan that addressed all of a resident's needs, specifically omitting the resident's preference to receive care only from female caregivers. The resident, who was admitted with a diagnosis of schizophrenia and had a history of trauma related to rape and sexual assault, was found to be cognitively intact according to the BIMS assessment. Despite documentation in the social history assessment and direct statements from the resident expressing discomfort with male caregivers and a preference for female staff, the updated care plan did not reflect this preference. Staff interviews confirmed awareness of the resident's preference, but the care plan was not updated accordingly, resulting in the deficiency.