LUTHERAN SENIOR SERVICES AT MERAMEC BLUFFS

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

1) Protect current or future residents from giving up their Medicaid or Medicare benefits; or 2) follow federal rules for admissions.

Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.