Transfer or Discharge. A resident has the right to be transferred or discharged, and the right to receive reasonable advance notice of any planned transfer or discharge and an explanation of the need for and alternatives to such transfer or discharge except in a medical emergency. Clearview, agency, program or person to which the resident is transferred shall have accepted the resident for transfer in advance of the transfer, except in a medical emergency.
Transfer or Discharge. When a resident is transferred or discharged in a non-emergency situation, the resident or his/her guardian shall be provided with at least fifteen (15) days advance written notice to ensure adequate time to find an alternative placement that is safe and appropriate. The provider has an affirmative responsibility to assist in the transfer or discharge process and to produce a safe and orderly discharge plan. If no discharge plan is possible, then no involuntary non-emergency discharge shall occur until a safe discharge plan is in place. Appropriate information, including copies of pertinent records, shall be transferred with a resident to a new placement. Each notice must be written and include the following:
Transfer or Discharge. A. The Facility shall not transfer or discharge a resident unless one of the following conditions are present:
Transfer or Discharge. As Resident is being admitted for short-term care, the Resident and the Representative hereby acknowledge and expressly waive their rights with respect to notice of discharge from the VMH. In all cases, the VMH may discharge or transfer the Resident with less than thirty (30) days prior notice in the following circumstances:
Transfer or Discharge. Section A No employee shall be discharged or disciplined without just cause. Section B Probationary employees may be discharged without cause during the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Transfer or Discharge. 3.1 The Facility shall not involuntarily transfer or discharge the Resident, except (1) for medical reasons; (2) for the Resident’s welfare or the health or safety of other individuals in the Facility; (3) for nonpayment of the rates, fees, and charges due pursuant to this Agreement; (4) by reason of action by the Iowa Department of Human Services; (5) by reason of action by the Professional Standards Review Organization; or (6) if the Facility ceases to operate. The Facility shall provide the Resident with prior notice of Transfer or discharge as required by law.
