What is the nursing home administrator's responsibility regarding resident care plans?

The nursing home administrator's responsibility regarding resident care plans is to ensure they are individualized and regularly updated. This is crucial because each resident has unique needs, preferences, and medical histories that require tailored care strategies. Individualized care plans foster better health outcomes by addressing specific conditions and personal requirements, which can enhance the quality of life for residents. Regular updates to these plans are vital as they allow for adjustments based on changes in a resident’s health status, new treatments, or shifts in preferences, ensuring that the care provided remains relevant and effective.

Overseeing daily meal preparations, managing visitation hours, and conducting exit interviews are important tasks; however, they do not directly pertain to the development and maintenance of care plans. These responsibilities fall outside the primary scope of ensuring that each resident's care plan is appropriately personalized and responsive to their evolving needs.