Knollwood Nursing Center

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.