THE SPRINGS OF RED OAK

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Post nurse staffing information every day.

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

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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

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

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

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

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

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

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.