Skilled Nursing Facility Quality, Safety & Resident Care Checklist #7
This checklist supports compliance with CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Conditions of Participation and F-Tags, focusing on resident rights, quality of care, infection prevention, medication safety, staffing, and documentation readiness for surveys.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Director of Nursing / Administrator
- Total Items: 35
- Compliance: CMS Skilled Nursing Facility CoP 42 CFR 483, CMS F-Tags (e.g., F880 Infection Control, F684 Quality of Care), CDC Infection Prevention in Long-Term Care, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I PPE, HIPAA Privacy Rule 45 CFR 164
Resident Rights & Dignity
Verify protections for resident rights and dignity.
- Resident rights visibly posted and communicated?
- Grievance process available and followed?
- Privacy respected during care?
- Photo of posted rights information
- Notes
Quality of Care & ADLs
Assess quality of care and assistance with ADLs.
- Care plans current and individualized?
- ADL assistance provided as planned?
- Pressure injury prevention measures in place?
- Photo of care environment
- Notes
Infection Prevention & Control
Ensure infection prevention practices per F880.
- Hand hygiene performed per policy?
- PPE available and used appropriately?
- Isolation precautions implemented when indicated?
- Photo of PPE station
- Notes
Medication Management
Verify safe medication practices.
- Medication pass observed and compliant?
- Controlled medications secured?
- Medication errors reported and addressed?
- Photo of medication storage
- Notes
Staffing & Training
Verify adequate staffing and training.
- Staffing levels meet acuity needs?
- Staff training current (infection control, abuse prevention)?
- Abuse/neglect reporting procedures known?
- Photo of staffing board
- Notes
Facility Environment & Safety
Assess environment safety and maintenance.
- Facility clean and sanitary?
- Egress routes clear and accessible?
- Maintenance issues identified and addressed?
- Photo of unit environment
- Notes
QAPI & Incident Reporting
Ensure quality improvement and reporting.
- Incidents logged per policy?
- QAPI meetings held and documented?
- Corrective actions tracked to closure?
- Photo evidence (if applicable)
- Notes
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Why Use This Skilled Nursing Facility Quality, Safety & Resident Care Checklist #7?
This skilled nursing facility quality, safety & resident care checklist #7 helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for director of nursing / administrator professionals, this checklist covers 35 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with CMS Skilled Nursing Facility CoP 42 CFR 483, CMS F-Tags (e.g., F880 Infection Control, F684 Quality of Care), CDC Infection Prevention in Long-Term Care, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I PPE, HIPAA Privacy Rule 45 CFR 164. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality, Safety & Resident Care Checklist #7 cover?
This checklist covers 35 inspection items across 7 sections: Resident Rights & Dignity, Quality of Care & ADLs, Infection Prevention & Control, Medication Management, Staffing & Training, Facility Environment & Safety, QAPI & Incident Reporting. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Skilled Nursing Facility Quality, Safety & Resident Care Checklist #7?
This checklist is designed for Director of Nursing / Administrator professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.