Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center

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

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

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

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

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

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 enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

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

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.