Rule/Regulation Violated:
A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that:
3. Includes the following:
b. The level of service the resident is expected to receive;
Evidence/Findings:
Based on documentation review, record review, and interview, the manager failed to ensure a written service plan include the correct level of service the resident received for one of two residents reviewed. The deficient practice posed a risk as the service plan did not reinforce and clarify services to be provided to a resident.
Findings include:
1. A.R.S. \'a7 36-401.38 defines "Directed care services" as programs and services, including supervisory and personal care services, that are provided to persons who are incapable of recognizing danger, summoning assistance, expressing need or making basic care decisions.
2. Review of R2's medical record revealed a written service plan for personal care services dated March 16, 2023.
3. During an interview, E1 reported R2 was incapable of recognizing danger, summoning assistance, expressing need or making basic care decisions. E1 acknowledged R2 received directed care services and the service plan did not include the correct level of service.
Summary:
The following deficiencies were found during the on-site compliance inspection conducted on June 30, 2023: