Visiting Health Services of New Jersey

The facility failed to ensure, all patients with limited or no English language proficiency, received a qualified interpreter in four of four patients who requested the use of language interpreter services (Patient (P)7, P18, P19, P20).

The facility failed to ensure that services ordered by the physician are provided as indicated in the plan of care.

The facility failed to implement its policy and procedures regarding cleaning and disinfecting of equipment, to prevent the transmission of infections and communicable diseases.

(NJ00143188) Based on staff interviews, review of facility documents, and review of one (1) of three (3) medical records, it was determined the facility failed to ensure professional staff reviews the referral documents prior to the initial assessment of the patient.

(NJ00141097) Based on staff interviews, review of one (1) of one (1) medical record, and review of facility policy and procedure, it was determined the facility failed to ensure that patients who require long term planning receive a visit from a medical social worker.

(NJ00141097 and NJ00143188) Based on staff interviews, review of two (2) of three (3) medical records, and review of facility policy and procedure, it was determined the facility failed to ensure that discharge planning was implemented according to facility policy.

The facility failed to ensure that the infection prevention and control policies are implemented.

The facility failed to ensure patient care services are provided in accordance with the plan of care.

The facility failed to ensure the plan of care includes all components for individualized care to be provided to the patient and kept up to date.

The facility failed to ensure that the identification of the patient needs and the coordination of care are provided.

The facility failed to follow the plan of care.

The facility failed to ensure that physicians are notified of changes to the plan of care.