Failure to Provide Infection Control Training to Direct Care Staff
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to provide mandatory infection control training to two of five direct care staff reviewed, as required by its infection prevention and control program. Review of the job descriptions for both nursing assistants and LPNs indicated that staff are required to complete all assigned training, including that mandated by law or regulation. Personnel file reviews revealed that a nursing assistant hired in 2000 and an LPN hired in 2020 did not have any documented education or training regarding infection control. Interviews with the Human Resources Director and the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that these staff members had not completed the necessary infection control education, despite annual training requirements.