PHOENIX (AP) - The Arizona Auditor General’s Office found several shortcomings with a board overseeing assisted living and nursing home directors.
The auditor general’s office released a report Tuesday outlining perceived problems with the Arizona Board of Examiners of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers, The Arizona Republic reports.
The nine-member board appointed by the governor is responsible for protecting the public by regulating licensed nursing care administrators and certified assisted living managers in Arizona.
The board’s duties include investigating and resolving complaints and providing information to the public about the status of licenses and certificates.
Among the recommendations for change, the auditor highlights a problem with providing accurate information to help the public make informed decisions about safe environments for themselves and loved ones.
The protection of vulnerable adults, including those living in assisted living and nursing home facilities, has been a focus for Arizona legislators since a resident in a long-term facility was sexually assaulted and gave birth in December 2018.
The issue was previously identified by two separate state task forces.
In a written response, the board agreed with all 13 of the auditor general’s recommendations and provided documented ways to implement them.
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