Failure to Post Daily Nurse Staffing Information
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to post the required daily nursing staffing information in a prominent and accessible location for residents, staff, and visitors on two consecutive days. On the first day, the staffing poster displayed at the receptionist desk was outdated, showing a date from several weeks prior. On the following day, the display holder was observed to be empty during two separate observations, with no current staffing information available. Record reviews confirmed that staff schedules existed for both days, listing the numbers of licensed nurses, medical assistants, and certified nurse aides scheduled, but this information was not posted as required. During an interview, the Administrator confirmed that the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) was responsible for updating and posting the daily staffing information and had been directed to do so. The Administrator acknowledged the importance of posting this information for families, visitors, and regulatory compliance. It was also noted that the facility did not have a formal policy for posting staffing information but stated that regulatory guidelines were followed.