Failure to Designate Qualified Infection Control Preventionist
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to designate a qualified individual onsite to serve as the Infection Control Preventionist (ICP), as required by regulations. The Director of Nursing (DON) was also acting as the ICP since September 8, 2025, in addition to her primary responsibilities. Review of job descriptions confirmed that the DON is responsible for the overall operation of the Nursing Department, while the ICP is tasked with planning and directing the infection control program. During staff interviews, it was confirmed that although a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) had recently been put in place for infection control, the interim DON continued to act as the Infection Control Nurse at the time of the survey. This resulted in the facility not having a designated, qualified individual responsible for implementing infection prevention and control programs and activities.