St Albans Retirement Home Limited

St Albans Retirement Home Limited

Introduction

This report records the results of a Surveillance Audit ofa provider of aged residential care services against the Health and Disability Services Standards (NZS8134.1:2008; NZS8134.2:2008 and NZS8134.3:2008).

The audit has been conducted byHealth and Disability Auditing New Zealand Limited, an auditing agency designated under section 32 of the Health and Disability Services (Safety) Act 2001, for submission to the Ministry of Health.

The abbreviations used in this report are the same as those specified in section 10 of the Health and Disability Services (General) Standards (NZS8134.0:2008).

You can view a full copy of the standards on the Ministry of Health’s website by clicking here.

The specifics of this audit included:

Legal entity:St Albans Retirement Home Limited

Premises audited:St Albans Retirement Village

Services audited:Hospital services - Medical services; Hospital services - Geriatric services (excl. psychogeriatric); Rest home care (excluding dementia care)

Dates of audit:Start date: 15 December 2014End date: 16 December 2014

Proposed changes to current services (if any):None

Total beds occupied across all premises included in the audit on the first day of the audit:56

Executive summary of the audit

Introduction

This section contains a summary of the auditors’ findings for this audit. The information is grouped into the six outcome areas contained within the Health and Disability Services Standards:

• consumer rights
• organisational management
• continuum of service delivery (the provision of services)
• safe and appropriate environment
• restraint minimisation and safe practice
• infection prevention and control.

As well as auditors’ written summary, indicators are included that highlight the provider’s attainment against the standards in each of the outcome areas. The following table provides a key to how the indicators are arrived at.

Key to the indicators

Indicator / Description / Definition
Includes commendable elements above the required levels of performance / All standards applicable to this service fully attained with some standards exceeded
No short falls / Standards applicable to this service fully attained
Some minor shortfalls but no major deficiencies and required levels of performance seem achievable without extensive extra activity / Some standards applicable to this service partially attained and of low risk
A number of shortfalls that require specific action to address / Some standards applicable to this service partially attained and of medium or high risk and/or unattained and of low risk
Major shortfalls, significant action is needed to achieve the required levels of performance / Some standards applicable to this service unattained and of moderate or high risk

General overview of the audit

St Albans Retirement Village is a family owned facility that provides rest home and hospital level care for up to 67 residents. On the day of audit there were 56 residents. Occupancy included 18 hospital residents (one in a serviced apartment) and 38 rest home residents (including 27 rest home residents in the serviced apartments). The service is managed by a village manager with support from two owners, a clinical manager and registered nursing staff. There is an established quality and risk programme with support provided by an external consultant. Family and residents interviewed all spoke very positively about the care and support provided.

The service has addressed seven of seven previous audit shortfalls related to identifying quality improvements following consumer survey, monitoring residents with weight loss issues, aspects of care planning, monitoring residents who self-medicate, monitoring and recording food temperatures, safe storage of chemicals in the kitchen, and conducting annual reviews of the infection control programme.

This audit identified that improvements are required in relation to completion of corrective actions following internal audits, reporting all adverse events, conducting annual appraisals for staff and aspects of the food service programme.

Consumer rights

Includes 13 standards that support an outcome where consumers receive safe services of an appropriate standard that comply with consumer rights legislation. Services are provided in a manner that is respectful of consumer rights, facilities, informed choice, minimises harm and acknowledges cultural and individual values and beliefs. / Standards applicable to this service fully attained.

Communication with residents and families is appropriately managed. Complaints are actioned and include documented response to complainants. A complaints register is maintained.

Organisational management

Includes 9 standards that support an outcome where consumers receive services that comply with legislation and are managed in a safe, efficient and effective manner. / Some standards applicable to this service partially attained and of low risk.

There is an established quality and risk programme that involves the resident on admission to the service and includes service philosophy, goals and a quality planner. Quality activities are conducted and this generates improvements in practice and service delivery. Improvements are required whereby corrective actions are identified, implemented and followed through following internal audits. Key components of the quality management system link to quality and clinical meetings and staff meetings. Health and safety policies, systems and processes are implemented to manage risk. Incidents and accident reports reviewed identified a need for the service to report the development of pressure injuries and notify relevant authorities following an outbreak. There is a comprehensive orientation programme that provides new staff with relevant information for safe work practice and an in-service education programme that exceeds eight hours annually and covers relevant aspects of care and support. Human resource policies are in place including a documented rationale for determining staffing levels and skill mixes. There is a roster that provides sufficient and appropriate coverage for the effective delivery of care and support.

Continuum of service delivery

Includes 13 standards that support an outcome where consumers participate in and receive timely assessment, followed by services that are planned, coordinated, and delivered in a timely and appropriate manner, consistent with current legislation. / Some standards applicable to this service partially attained and of low risk.

The registered nurses are responsible for each stage of service provision. The assessments and care plans are developed in consultation with the resident/family/whanau and implemented within the required timeframes to ensure there is safe, timely and appropriate delivery of care.

The sample of residents’ records reviewed provides evidence that St Albans has implemented systems to assess, plan and evaluate care needs of the residents. The residents' needs, interventions, outcomes/goals have been identified in the long term care plans and these are reviewed at least six monthly or earlier if there is a change to health status. There is evidence in the resident files that there is resident and/or family/whanau and multidisciplinary team input into the six monthly reviews. Short term care plans provide comprehensive information. The service has addressed this previous finding. Resident files are integrated and include notes by the general practitioner (GP) and allied health professionals.

The activity programme is varied and promotes resident independence, involvement, emotional well-being and social interaction appropriate to the level of physical and cognitive abilities of the resident group. Spiritual and cultural preferences and needs are being met.

Medications are appropriately managed, stored, and administered with supporting documentation. Medication training and competencies are completed by all staff responsible for administering medicines. The medicines records reviewed include photo identification, documentation of allergies and sensitivities and special instructions for administration. Prescribing of medications meet legislative requirements.

Food services and all meals are provided on site. Residents individual food preferences, dislikes and dietary requirements are assessed by the registered nurse. All staff are trained in food safety and hygiene.

Safe and appropriate environment

Includes 8 standards that support an outcome where services are provided in a clean, safe environment that is appropriate to the age/needs of the consumer, ensure physical privacy is maintained, has adequate space and amenities to facilitate independence, is in a setting appropriate to the consumer group and meets the needs of people with disabilities. / Standards applicable to this service fully attained.

The service displays a current building warrant of fitness which expires on 1 June 2015.

Restraint minimisation and safe practice

Includes 3 standards that support outcomes where consumers receive and experience services in the least restrictive and safe manner through restraint minimisation. / Standards applicable to this service fully attained.

Documentation of policies and procedures and staff training demonstrate residents are experiencing services that are the least restrictive. There are no residents requiring restraint or enablers.

Infection prevention and control

Includes 6 standards that support an outcome which minimises the risk of infection to consumers, service providers and visitors. Infection control policies and procedures are practical, safe and appropriate for the type of service provided and reflect current accepted good practice and legislative requirements. The organisation provides relevant education on infection control to all service providers and consumers. Surveillance for infection is carried out as specified in the infection control programme. / Standards applicable to this service fully attained.

The infection control programme is reviewed annually. The type of surveillance undertaken is appropriate to the size and complexity of the organisation. Standardised definitions are used for the identification and classification of infection events. Results of surveillance are acted upon, evaluated and reported to relevant personnel in a timely manner.

Summary of attainment

The following table summarises the number of standards and criteria audited and the ratings they were awarded.

Attainment Rating / Continuous Improvement
(CI) / Fully Attained
(FA) / Partially Attained Negligible Risk
(PA Negligible) / Partially Attained Low Risk
(PA Low) / Partially Attained Moderate Risk
(PA Moderate) / Partially Attained High Risk
(PA High) / Partially Attained Critical Risk
(PA Critical)
Standards / 0 / 15 / 0 / 4 / 0 / 0 / 0
Criteria / 0 / 37 / 0 / 5 / 0 / 0 / 0
Attainment Rating / Unattained Negligible Risk
(UA Negligible) / Unattained Low Risk
(UA Low) / Unattained Moderate Risk
(UA Moderate) / Unattained High Risk
(UA High) / Unattained Critical Risk
(UA Critical)
Standards / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0
Criteria / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0

Attainment against the Health and Disability Services Standards

The following table contains the results of all the standards assessed by the auditors at this audit. Depending on the services they provide, not all standards are relevant to all providers and not all standards are assessed at every audit.

Please note that Standard 1.3.3: Service Provision Requirements has been removed from this report, as it includes information specific to the healthcare of individual residents. Any corrective actions required relating to this standard, as a result of this audit, are retained and displayed in the next section.

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Standard with desired outcome / Attainment Rating / Audit Evidence
Standard 1.1.13: Complaints Management
The right of the consumer to make a complaint is understood, respected, and upheld. / FA / The service has a complaints policy in place and residents and their family/whanau are provided with information on the complaints process on admission through the information pack. Complaint forms are available at the entrance of the service. Staff are aware of the complaints process and to whom they should direct complaints. The complaints process is in a format that is readily understood and accessible to residents/family/whanau. A complaints/compliments folder is maintained with all documentation. Two concerns for 2013 from residents have been documented and managed. No written or verbal complaints have been received for 2014. The village manager is responsible for complaints management and advised that both verbal and written complaints are actively managed. Residents and family members advised that they are aware of the complaints procedure and how to access forms.
Standard 1.1.9: Communication
Service providers communicate effectively with consumers and provide an environment conducive to effective communication. / FA / There is an open disclosure policy, a complaints policy, an accident/incident policy and adverse events policy. Six residents (three rest home and three hospital) and two hospital family members interviewed stated they are informed of changes in health status and incidents/accidents. Residents and family members also stated they were welcomed on entry and were given time and explanation about services and procedures. Resident/relative meetings occur three monthly and the village manager, clinical manager and registered nurses have an open-door policy. Residents and family are advised in writing of their eligibility and the process to become a subsidised resident should they wish to do so. Family interviewed stated that they are always informed when their family member's health status changes or of any other issues arising. The service has policies and procedures available for access to interpreter services and residents (and their family/whānau). Management identified that if residents or family/whanau have difficulty with written or spoken English that the interpreter services are made available.
Standard 1.2.1: Governance
The governing body of the organisation ensures services are planned, coordinated, and appropriate to the needs of consumers. / FA / St Albans Retirement Village (RV) is a family owned and operated service. The owners have owned and operated St Albans RV for over 16 years. The village manager has a background in hotel and events management and has been in the role for the past 2.5 years. A registered nurse is employed as clinical manager and reports to the village manager. The facility includes an 18 bed hospital wing, 11 bed rest home wing and 38 of 53 serviced apartments which are certified to provide rest home level care. There is one hospital level resident residing in the ground floor service apartment area. The service has documented dispensation to allow this resident to reside there. The resident’s room is in close proximity to the hospital dining area and nurses’ station.
On the day of audit there were 56 residents in total. There were 27 rest home residents in the service apartment wings, eleven rest home residents in the rest home (dual purpose) wing, one hospital resident in a serviced apartment wing and 17 hospital residents in the hospital wing.
The organisation has a current strategic plan, business plan and a quality and risk management plan for 2014 with clearly defined goals. The quality programme is managed by the village manager, with support from a quality consultant and an enrolled nurse who conducts internal audits and oversees the ACE training programme. The service has an annual planner/schedule which includes audits, meetings, education and policy review time table. Aspects of the quality improvement programme required improvement (link #1.2.3.8). The quality improvement committee incorporates the village manager, clinical manager, and registered nurses. The committee meets two monthly to assess, monitor and evaluate quality care at St Albans retirement village. A mission statement sets out the vision and values of the service. The village manager and clinical manager (RN) have maintained at least eight hours annually of professional development activities related to managing a rest home and hospital.
Standard 1.2.3: Quality And Risk Management Systems
The organisation has an established, documented, and maintained quality and risk management system that reflects continuous quality improvement principles. / PA Low / St Albans Retirement Village has a current strategic business plan (2012- 2015) and quality/risk management plans. There are goals and objectives for the service in conjunction with the current implemented quality assurance and risk management programme. The village manager coordinates the quality programme with assistance from the owners and an enrolled nurse who conducts internal audits. There are 11 quality goals for 2014’
Progress with the quality and risk management programme is monitored through two monthly quality improvement committee meetings, and three monthly staff meetings as well as an annual performance assessment tool (conducted April 2014). The quality improvement meeting agenda and the staff meeting agenda includes all relevant areas. Minutes are maintained and easily available to staff. Minutes include actions to achieve compliance where relevant.
Discussions with the three registered nurses, one enrolled nurse and three caregivers confirm their involvement in the quality programme. Resident/relative meetings take place three monthly with laundry, activities and food/meals as regular agenda items.