Failure to Obtain Consent and Administer Influenza Vaccine
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to complete the required consent process and timely administration of the influenza vaccination for one resident. According to the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program policy, all residents are to be offered the influenza vaccine between October 1st and March 31st each year, with documentation of education and consent in the medical record. Review of the clinical record for a resident admitted during the relevant period showed no evidence that the influenza vaccine was offered or administered for the 2024-2025 flu season, nor was there documentation of consent or education regarding the vaccine. The Director of Nursing confirmed this lapse during an interview. The resident in question had diagnoses including high blood pressure, anemia, and atrial fibrillation.