Medilodge of Capital Area

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

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

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

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

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 request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

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

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

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

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

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

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

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

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

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

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

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

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

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

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

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.