Osf Home Health-Western Region

For 2 of 7 patients (Pt #1 and Pt #5) patients, where home visits were conducted, the Home Health Agency (HHA) failed to ensure a review of the patient's medications in order to identify any potential adverse effects and drug reactions, including ineffective drug therapy, significant side effects…

The Agency failed to ensure care was provided in accordance with the Plan of Care (POC).

In 1 of 10 (Pt #6) patient records reviewed, the Agency failed to ensure the Plan of Care (POC) was updated and revised.

For 1 of 1 (Pt #3) home visit observed with a PICC (Peripheral inserted central catheter) line, the Skilled Nurse (SN) failed to follow the policy for PICC line care to prevent the transmission of infections.

In 3 of 10 (Pt #7, Pt #8, Pt #10) patients records reviewed, the Agency failed to ensure care and treatments were administered in accordance with physician orders.

In 1 of 10 (Pt #6) patient records reviewed, the Agency failed to ensure patient needs were communicated and coordinated with all disciplines.

In 1 of 2 (Pt #6) patients records reviewed, who received Home Health Aide (HHA) services, the Agency failed to ensure the HHA provided services included on the Plan of Care.