Failure to Complete Annual Performance Evaluation and Required In-Service Education for Nurse Aide
Penalty
Fine: $26,685
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Summary
The facility failed to complete an annual performance evaluation for one nurse aide, despite the aide having been employed for over a year. Review of the personnel file showed no documentation of a required annual or earlier performance evaluation. Additionally, the nurse aide did not receive at least 12 hours of in-service education per year, nor was there evidence of education addressing any areas of weakness identified through performance review. Interviews with staff confirmed that the required evaluation and in-service education were not completed, and the responsible staff could not provide an explanation for the omission.