Bryony Park Nursing Home

Staff were safely recruited and received an induction followed by training from the provider. Training was monitored and staff were supported with regular meetings and supervisions. Staffing capacity was enough to meet service user needs.

People and relatives were involved in every stage of care planning. Systems and records were in place to ensure people received person-centered, safe care.

The registered manager had an effective quality assurance system in place. Regular audits and checks were done. These were used to identify relevant action and lessons learnt. People, relatives, staff and professionals were offered opportunities to provide feedback about the care provided at the home.

All staff ensured people living in the service were happy with the environment and found ways to promote their independence; their passions and interests maintained wherever possible.

The service was following safe infection prevention and control procedures to keep people safe

Medicines were managed safely. Risks to people were assessed and action taken to reduce the chances of them occurring. The registered manager acted on feedback immediately. People were safeguarded from abuse.

People were supported to have maximum choice and control of their lives and staff supported them in the least restrictive way possible and in their best interests; the policies and systems in the service supported this practice.