1. Facility Overview:
The AHCA inspection checklist asks for a detailed overview of the facility, including its address, licensure status, and contact information.
2. Patient Rights:
The checklist asks inspectors to verify that the facility is compliant with all applicable patient rights regulations. This includes ensuring that patients are treated with respect and dignity, that they have access to necessary care and services, and that their privacy is protected.
3. Quality of Care:
The quality of care section of the checklist asks inspectors to verify that the facility is providing safe, effective, and quality care to its patients. This includes reviewing clinical records and documentation to ensure that care is being provided in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
4. Infection Control:
The infection control section of the checklist asks inspectors to verify that the facility has an effective infection control plan in place and that staff are following all necessary precautions to prevent the spread of infection.
5. Clinical Records and Documentation:
In this section of the checklist, inspectors are asked to review clinical records and documentation to ensure that care is being provided in accordance with accepted standards of practice. This includes verifying that accurate and complete patient information is documented in medical records.
6. Personnel Files:
The personnel files section of the checklist asks inspectors to review staff files to ensure that all employees have met all necessary qualifications and are up-to-date on required training.
7. Food Service and Dietary Management:
The food service and dietary management section of the checklist asks inspectors to verify that the facility has an effective food service plan in place and that staff are following all necessary precautions to prevent foodborne illness.
8. Environmental Services:
The environmental services section of the checklist asks inspectors to verify that the facility has an effective environmental services plan in place and that staff are following all necessary safety protocols when cleaning surfaces and handling hazardous materials.
9. Maintenance:
The maintenance section of the checklist asks inspectors to verify that the facility has an effective maintenance plan in place and that staff are following all necessary safety protocols when performing repairs or installing equipment.
10. Emergency Management:
The emergency management section of the checklist asks inspectors to verify that the facility has an effective emergency management plan in place and that staff are familiar with evacuation procedures in case of an emergency. This includes reviewing fire safety plans and ensuring that all exits are clearly marked and unobstructed.