Avendelle at Wyckford

The facility failed to ensure that 2 of 3 sampled residents had completed required tuberculosis (TB) testing in compliance with established control measures. Specifically, one resident had no documentation of TB testing upon admission, and another had a completed first step of a skin test but lacked documentation of the required second step.

The facility failed to implement CDC and NC DHHS guidance regarding the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, staff members were observed entering the facility without wearing face masks, which is required to reduce the risk of transmission and infection.

The facility failed to implement CDC and NC DHHS guidance regarding the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, staff members were observed entering the facility and performing resident care tasks without wearing face masks. Additionally, no face masks were available at the screening station or in the staff bathroom storage closet.