LB BROEN HOME

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Post nurse staffing information every day.

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

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.