Failure to Timely Train Agency LPN on Abuse Prohibition Policy
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide timely training on its abuse prohibition policy and procedures to one agency LPN out of four employees reviewed. According to the facility's own policy, training on abuse prevention, identification, and reporting requirements must be provided at the time of hire, annually, and as needed. A review of the personnel file for the agency LPN, who began employment on November 19, 2022, showed no evidence that the required training was completed prior to the LPN assuming resident care responsibilities, nor was there documentation of annual or as-needed training thereafter. During an interview, the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed the absence of documentation verifying that the LPN received the mandated training at any point before or after starting assigned duties.