Vital Sign Home Care - Employee Handbook 2023

Questions regarding this policy should be directed to the Human Resources department.

2.16 Report of Suspected Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation

If an employee has reason to suspect the abuse, neglect or exploitation of adults, they must report it immediately. This report is commonly called “Mandatory Reporting . ”

It pertains to the following individuals: 1. Any person licensed, certified, or registered by health regulatory boards; 2. Any person employed by or contracted with a public or private agency or facility and working with adults in an administrative, supportive or direct care capacity; 3. Any person providing full, intermittent or occasional care to an adult for compensation, including but not limited to companion and personal care workers. If an employee suspects abuse, neglect or exploitation is taking place, they must immediately inform the CEO or their supervisor who will assist with the notification process to protective services.

Vital Sign Home Care - Employee Handbook January 2023

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