April 2024 Health and Safety Review: Local Residential Facilities Address Compliance Issues

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In April 2024, the Indiana Department of Health conducted surveys and investigations in various residential facilities. They performed 28 complaint investigations, 7 recertification surveys, and 24 state resident reviews. There were no follow-up visits required, indicating that facilities addressed the issues after the initial survey.

The investigations resulted in 82 non-compliance notices. Nine of these were serious violations related to health services, including improper medication administration and inadequate nursing care. For example, Tag 241 was cited four times for these issues. Tag 052, which involves protecting residents from abuse and neglect, was noted twice.

The surveys also highlighted concerns in infection control, with Tag 406 cited twice for deficiencies in maintaining a clean environment to prevent disease spread. Tag 242 was cited once for failing to properly monitor and document medication effects on residents.

Food safety was another major issue. Tag 273, related to the maintenance of food preparation areas, was cited ten times. Tag 217, which concerns the adequacy of care plans for residents, was cited seven times.