Top 10 Most Common Deviancies In Residential Care Homes

1. Medication Management Errors:

Includes incorrect dosage, missed doses, or improper administration of medications, which can lead to serious health complications.

The Majestic Residences Solution: All of the Majestic Residences homes use state-of-the-art electronic health care systems with EMR. EMAR stands for Electronic Medication Administration Record. It’s a digital system that’s used in care settings to electronically record and track the administration of medications to patients.

2. Inadequate Staff Training:
Staff members lacking proper training in resident care, leading to poor handling of medical emergencies and daily care needs.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations utilize employee training software which aligns with local and state regulations for caregiver and manager training.

3. Poor Hygiene and Sanitation:
Unclean living environments, improper waste disposal, and lax personal hygiene practices, increasing the risk of infections and illnesses.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations must follow state-approved as well as Majestic Residences-approved hygiene practices, which are overseen by our home’s owners and manager.

4. Neglect of Personal Care Needs:
Failing to assist residents with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, which can lead to physical and emotional distress.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations are staff at or above state requirements.

5. Improper Nutrition and Hydration:
Providing inadequate or inappropriate food and drink, leading to malnutrition, dehydration, and related health problems.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations use software that creates precise menus based on national nutrition requirements.6. Resident Falls:
Description: Insufficient fall prevention measures, such as poor lighting, loose carpets, or lack of handrails, resulting in injuries among residents.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations are inspected by the home owners as well as the cooperation with the Majestic Residences Corporate office.

7. Abuse and Neglect:
Description: Physical, emotional, or financial abuse, including rough handling, verbal mistreatment, or financial exploitation.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations employees are educated in training that we do not tolerate abuse and neglect.

8. Failure to Maintain Resident Dignity:
Description: Treating residents without respect and privacy, such as neglecting to knock before entering rooms or discussing personal matters publicly.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations employee our Welcome Values systems which include Honest Care, Observant Care, Memorable Care and Empathic Care.

9. Inadequate Emergency Preparedness:
Description: Lack of proper procedures and equipment for handling emergencies, such as fires or medical crises, putting residents at significant risk.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations hold mock fire drills and other natural disaster drill to make the staff prepared in case of emergency.

10. Improper Resident Assessments and Care Plans:
Description: Failing to regularly assess residents’ health and personal needs, leading to inadequate care plans and unmet health requirements.
The Majestic Residences Solution: All Majestic Residences locations hire registered nurses to perform resident assessments and care plans in accordance to local and state regulations. Our Electronic Health Records software reinforces all aspects of a resident’s care plan. These programs analyze data to provide information, prompts, reminders, and alerts.