V. Staff Responsibilities
| Role | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Nursing Staff | Document every fecal event in the FOL. Document every anal release of wind in the W.I.N.D. system. If you hear it, smell it, or suspect it — verify it and log it. |
| CNAs | Report all suspected farts and fecal events to the RN immediately. You are our eyes, ears, and noses on the front line. |
| Attending Physicians | Complete the F.E.C.E.S. review before signing any discharge order. No exceptions. |
| Case Managers | Confirm FOL and W.I.N.D. entries are complete before initiating discharge planning. |
| Revenue Cycle / Coding | Ensure all GEV codes are submitted on every claim. Audit 10% of charts weekly for FOL and W.I.N.D. completeness. |
| G.A.S. Team | Round every 2 hours. Respond to all Code Wind pages within 5 minutes. Award Flatulence Achievement Certificates with a straight face. |
| Dietary | Serve prune juice warm. Serve coffee full-caf. Stop asking patients if they "want" it. They need it. We need it. The hospital needs it. |
| Administration | Support staff in enforcing these protocols. If a patient complains, remind them that our policies are designed for their health, their safety, and our Medicare Star Rating. |
Questions regarding this policy may be directed to:
David R. Stoolworthy, M.H.A., M.B.A.
Chief Operating Officer — Saint Rectory Memorial Hospital System
Email: dstoolworthy@saintrectory.org
Phone: Ext. 2800
Phone: Ext. 2800