Failure to Timely Report Alleged Abuse by CNA
Penalty
Summary
Certified Nurse's Aide (CNA) 3 failed to report an allegation of abuse made by a resident to the facility Administrator within the required 2-hour timeframe, as mandated by facility policy. The resident, who had intact cognition and the capacity to make medical decisions, reported that another CNA made an inappropriate comment about the resident's body and kissed the resident on the cheek while providing care. The resident immediately informed CNA 3 of the incident. However, CNA 3 did not report the allegation to the Administrator or Director of Nursing Service as required, instead finishing charting and leaving the facility without notifying anyone. CNA 3 acknowledged during an interview that the allegation should have been reported right away but was only communicated to a supervisor the following day when CNA 3 returned to work. Facility policy, which CNA 3 had received training on, clearly states that all employees must immediately report any suspected or actual abuse to the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing Service. The failure to promptly report the allegation delayed the facility's response and investigation into the reported abuse.