SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, depress...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, depressive episodes, and a history of traumatic brain injury.
Review of a Skin Integrity Report with only the admission date of July 9, 2021 on it, revealed the resident had a stage II pressure ulcer (PU) which was present on admission, that measured 1.0 cm x 2.4 cm x 0 cm., had no undermining, tunneling, drainage, or odor, and that the wound edges and surrounding tissue was healthy. The report also included yes to the presence of pain.
Review of the care plan initiated on July 10, 2021 revealed the resident was at for risk of skin breakdown related to poor mobility and or has actual skin breakdown; shearing to the left buttock crease and healing stage II pressure ulcer to the right buttock. The interventions included preventative skin care i.e. lotions, barrier creams as ordered and weekly skin checks by a licensed nurse.
The admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] included a BIMS score of 13 indicating the resident was cognitively intact. The assessment also included the resident had one stage II pressure ulcer that was present upon admission to the facility.
Continued review of the clinical record did not reveal an order for treatment until July 21, 2021.
A physician order dated July 21, 2021 included to apply barrier cream to buttocks every shift and as needed.
Review of the skin check assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had a stage II PU to the right buttock.
The progress note dated July 21, 2021 revealed the stage II pressure ulcer to the right buttock measured 1.0 cm x 1.0 cm x 0.2 cm, the surrounding skin was pink, blanchable and intact. The note included barrier cream was applied to the buttock and that the resident denied pain.
Review of the TAR for July 2021, revealed no documentation that the barrier cream to the buttocks was applied on July 23 during the night shift, and July 24 and 26, 2021 during the day shift.
A skin check assessment dated [DATE] included a stage II PU to the right buttock, however measurements and description of the PU was not included.
A physician order dated July 27, 2021 included to apply Venelex followed by Calmoseptine ointment to the bilateral buttocks two times a day and as needed for wound care.
Review of the TAR for July 2021 revealed documentation that Venelex and Calmoseptine ointment was applied as ordered.
Skin check assessments dated July 28, 2021 and August 4, 2021 included documentation that there was no skin injury/wound found.
A review of the TAR for August 2021 revealed documentation the barrier cream and the Venelex and Calmoseptine ointment was applied as ordered.
On August 6, 2021 at 10:25 a.m., a wound observation was conducted with the wound nurse (staff #64). The wound on the right buttock was measured at 0.8 cm x 2.1 cm x 0.1 cm and the left buttock wound was measured at 0.1 cm x 2.4 cm x 1.0 cm.
Following this observation staff #64 stated the staff nurse should be completing skin sheets weekly.
Review of a nursing note dated August 6, 2021 revealed the left buttock crease wound measured 1.0 cm x 2.4 cm x 0.0 cm and that the skin was ruddy red surrounding the wound and blanchable to touch. The note included the left buttock wound measured 0.8 cm x 2.1 cm x 0.0 cm and that the skin around this wound was intact, red and blanchable. The note also included the wound appeared to be stage II shearing and that Venelex gel was applied and covered with Calmoseptine lotion. The note stated the resident's pain level at times was a 9 out of a scale of 0-10 and that the resident stated the wound burns with dressing change.
A Skin Integrity Report dated August 6, 2021 revealed the left buttock stage II PU measured 0.8 cm x 2.1 cm x 0 cm; no undermining, tunneling, or odor; the surrounding tissue and the wound edges were healthy, and that pain was present.
Continued review of the clinical record did not reveal weekly wound assessments and weekly skin checks were consistently done.
On August 6, 2021 at 11:29 a.m., an interview was conducted with the DON (staff #9). She stated the resident was admitted to the facility with a stage II PU. The DON stated the period of time it took to obtain orders for treatment was not in accordance with standard practice for wound care. She stated that they could have contacted the physician for orders. The DON stated that it is the process of the facility to complete skin checks weekly for all residents to keep abreast of all skin issues and provide appropriate care. She stated the floor nurse is responsible for completing the weekly skin checks which should be documented in a progress note or in an assessment. The DON stated the ADON is responsible for reviewing skin/wound care checks along with the Nurse Manager to ensure it gets done.
The facility's policy, Skin Integrity Management, revised June 1, 2021 stated the implementation of the individual patient's skin integrity management occurs within the care delivery process. Staff continually observes and monitors patients for changes and implements revisions to the plan of care as needed. The purpose of skin integrity management is to provide safe and effective care to prevent the occurrence of pressure ulcers, manage treatment, and promote healing of all wounds. Practice standards include:
-Review pre-admission information to plan for patient's needs prior to admission
-Complete risk evaluation/re-admission, weekly for the first month, quarterly, and with significant change in condition
-Perform skin inspection on admission/re-admission and weekly. Document on the Treatment Assessment Record or in Point Click Care
-Perform wound observations and measurements and complete Skin Integrity Report upon initial identification of altered skin integrity, weekly, and with anticipated decline of the wound
-Develop comprehensive, interdisciplinary plan of care including prevention and wound treatments, as indicated
-Perform daily monitoring of wound or dressings for presence of complications or declines and document
-Implement special wound care treatments/techniques as indicated and ordered
-Review care plan weekly and revise as needed.
Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and review of policies and procedures, the facility failed to ensure two out of two residents (#24 and #61) sampled received necessary treatment and services to promote healing and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficient practice could result in pressure ulcer complications and new pressure ulcer formation.
Findings include:
-Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included fractures of the right fibula and right tibia, dysphagia, and altered mental status.
A nurse progress note dated March 13, 2020 revealed a skin check was completed and the heels, area between toes, and bony prominences appeared free from redness, maceration or breakdown.
A nursing assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was admitted for therapy and wound care, and that the resident had an external fixation device to the lower right extremity with six pins into the skin wrapped with ace wrap from the knee to the ankle. The assessment included a Braden Scale for predicting pressure ulcer risk score of 14 which indicated the resident was at moderate risk for developing pressure ulcers. The assessment also included the resident had intellectual/development disability.
Review of the clinical record did not reveal a baseline care plan had been initiated regarding the skin.
The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 3 which indicated the resident had severely impaired cognition. The assessment included the resident did not have any pressure ulcers but was at risk for developing pressure ulcers. The assessment also included pressure reducing devices to the bed and chair.
Review of the Braden Scale dated March 20, 2020 revealed a score of 14, which indicated that the resident was at moderate risk for pressure sores.
Review of the Braden Scale dated March 27, 2020 revealed a score of 16, which indicated the resident was at mild risk for pressure sores.
Regarding the left heel wound #1:
Review of a skin integrity report dated April 21, 2020 revealed the resident had a left heel blister that measured 6.0 centimeters (cm/length) x 11.0 cm (width) x 0 cm (depth), had moderate amount of serous drainage, healthy surrounding tissue and wound edges, and no pain present. The place on the form to document the initial wound date was blank, the wound type was not documented, and the name of the staff conducting the assessment was not included.
A physician's order dated April 22, 2020 included to clean the left heel with wound cleanser, apply Medihoney alginate to the wound bed, cover with an abdominal pad and wrap with Kerlix daily.
A nurse wound care note dated April 22, 2020 revealed the left heel was noted to have a blister that was cleaned, assessed, measured and dressed per order.
A skin integrity report dated April 30, 2020 included the left heel wound was an open blister that measured 5.5 cm x 6.5 cm x 0, had small amount of serous drainage, healthy surrounding tissue and wound edges, and no pain was present. The wound type was not documented.
A care plan initiated on April 30, 2020 revealed the resident had actual skin breakdown and pressure ulcers to the left heel. The goal was that the wound would heal as evidenced by decrease in size, absence of erythema and drainage and/or presence of granulation. Interventions included lower extremity protectors, weekly wound assessments to include measurements and description of the wound, provide wound treatment as ordered, and weekly skin assessments.
Review of a nurse wound care note dated April 30, 2020 revealed the left heel blister was cleaned, assessed, redressed per order, foam foot and heel protectors are on bilateral feet, and no pain.
Review of the Treatment Administration Record (TAR) for April revealed the treatment was provided as ordered.
The skin integrity report dated May 7, 2020 included the left heel wound was an open blister that measured 5.0 cm x 6.0 cm x 0, had small amount of drainage, healthy surrounding tissue and wound edges, and no pain was present. The report did not include the type of drainage or the wound type.
Review of the May 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the heel wound treatment was completed on May 9, 2020.
A nursing progress note dated May 12, 2020 included heel protectors were in place.
Review of a progress note from the Wound Care Center dated May 14, 2020 revealed the center had received a referral from the PCP (primary care physician) for wound care, evaluation, and treatment. The note stated the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer (wound #1) had obscured full-thickness skin and tissue loss, measured 5.5 cm x 6.5 cm width with no measurable depth and had an area of 35.75 square cm. The note included there was no drainage noted, the wound bed had 76-100% eschar, the temperature of the peri wound was within normal limits, and the resident reported a pain level of 2 on a scale of 0-10.
However, the skin integrity report dated May 14, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was a hard, closed, blister that measured 5.0 x 6.0 cm x 0, had no drainage, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and no pain was present. The report did not include eschar.
A wound care progress note dated May 14, 2020 revealed the left heel blister was dry, closed, and appeared to be improving. No pain expressed by the resident.
Review of the TAR for May 2020 revealed no documentation that the left heel wound treatment was completed on May 15.
A physician's order dated May 19, 2020 revealed an order to apply betadine to the left heel and wrap with curled gauze every day for wound care.
Review of a skin integrity report dated May 20, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was a healed closed blister with measurements of 3.0 cm x 1.5 cm x 0, no drainage, healthy surrounding tissue and wound edges, and no pain was present.
A wound care note dated May 21, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was doing better with new intact skin noted on an area of the heel. The note included the left heel wound was cleaned, assessed, measured and redressed as per order, and no pain was present.
Review of a skin integrity report dated May 28, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was a healed closed blister with measurements of 3.0 cm x 1.5 cm x 0, no drainage, healthy surrounding tissue and wound edges, and no pain was present.
Review of a wound care note dated May 28, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was doing much better. The note included the blister was removed and a small amount of eschar remained. The note also included the left heel wound was cleansed, assessed, measured and redressed as per orders.
The skin integrity report dated June 4, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was a healed closed blister with measurements of 3.0 cm x 1.5 cm x 0, no drainage, healthy surrounding tissue and wound edges, and no pain was present. The note did not include whether the eschar had resolved or not.
A wound care note dated June 10, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was closed with 100% epithelial tissue. The note included lotion was applied to the foot and heel, the foot would be kept in a Prevalon boot to offload pressure.
A nurse progress note dated June 13, 2020 revealed a friction reducing device was used to position the resident in bed.
Review of the quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had no pressure ulcers but was determined to be at risk for developing pressure ulcers. The assessment there were pressure reducing devices to the bed and chair.
A skin integrity report dated July 8, 2020 revealed the resident had an in house acquired pressure wound to the left heel with an initial wound date of July 7, 2020. The report included the left heel pressure wound had epithelial tissue, measured 2.5 cm x width 1.5 cm x 0, had no drainage, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and there was no pain present. The report did not include the stage of the pressure wound.
Continued review of the clinical record did not reveal a treatment had been ordered for the reoccurrence wound to the left heel.
The skin integrity report dated July 15, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer measured 2.0 cm x 1.5 cm x 0, epithelial tissue appearance, no drainage, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and there was no pain present. The signature and/or initials of the assessor was not documented.
Review of the skin integrity report dated July 21, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer measured 1.2 cm x 1.0 cm x 0, necrotic tissue was present, no drainage, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and there was pain present.
The skin integrity report dated July 28, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer measured 1.2 cm x 1.1 cm x 0, necrotic tissue was present, no drainage, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and there was no pain present. Again, the signature and/or initials of the assessor was not documented.
The skin integrity report dated August 5, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer measured 1.1 cm x 1.1 cm x 0, necrotic tissue was present, no drainage, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and there was no pain present. The signature and/or initials of the assessor was not documented.
A skin integrity report dated August 12, 2020 stated the left heel was healed, intact, with healthy surrounding tissue and wound edges.
A skin integrity report dated August 19, 2020 stated the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer was intact and measured 1.1 cm x 1.1 cm x 0 and was intact with healthy surrounding tissue and would edges.
The skin integrity report dated August 26, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was healed.
Review of the skin integrity report dated September 2, 2020 revealed there was now an unstageable pressure ulcer to the left heel. The report stated the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer measured 1.1 cm x 1.1 cm, was intact with deep purple color, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and pain was present. The signature and/or initials of the assessor was not documented.
Review of the skin integrity report dated September 9, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer measured 1.1 cm x 1.1 cm, was intact with deep purple color, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and pain was present. The signature and/or initials of the assessor was not documented.
Review of the skin integrity report dated September 16, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was healed, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and pain was present. The signature and/or initials of the assessor was not documented.
Review of the clinical record did not reveal any ordered wound treatments to the left heel since the last order was discontinued on June 10, 2020.
A wound observation was conducted on August 3, 2021 at 12:13 p.m. with the assistant Director of Nursing/wound nurse (ADON/staff #64). The ADON removed the dressing from the left heel. No pressure ulcer was observed. The ADON stated scar tissue was the site of the previous wound. The ADON cleansed the left heel and applied a square adhesive edge dressing to the left heel.
Regarding left heel wound #2:
Review of a skin integrity report dated September 16, 2020 revealed the resident had an unstageable pressure ulcer to the left heel that measured 4.0 cm x 19.0 cm x 0 that was deep purple and intact. The note included the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy and that there was pain present.
Continued review of the clinical record did not reveal a treatment order for this pressure ulcer.
The quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had no pressure ulcers and was determined to be at risk for developing pressure ulcers. The assessment included there were pressure reducing devices to the bed and chair.
Review of the skin integrity report dated September 26, 2020 revealed an unstageable pressure ulcer to the left heel that measured 4.0 cm x 19.0 cm x 0 cm. The note included the ulcer was deep purple and intact, and that the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy. The note also included pain was present.
The skin integrity report dated September 30, 2020 revealed the pressure ulcer to the left heel had healed, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and that pain was present.
A physician order dated October 5, 2020 included an outside wound care group would follow.
A wound care center progress note dated October 6, 2020 stated the left heel deep tissue pressure injury (wound #2) had persistent non-blanchable deep red, maroon, or purple discoloration. The note included the wound measured 4.0 cm x 19 cm x 0 cm with an area of 76 square cm, scant amount of serosanguineous drainage was noted, no odor, the wound bed had no slough, no eschar present, and the temperature of the peri-wound was within normal limits. The note also included the resident reported a pain level of 5 out of 0-10.
A skin integrity report dated October 7, 2020 revealed the left heel deep tissue pressure ulcer was deep purple and intact, and could not be staged. The report included the ulcer measured 4.0 cm x 19.0 cm x 0 cm, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and that pain was present.
Review of a practitioner note dated October 7, 2020 revealed the resident did not like to get out of bed and fights staff with re-positioning.
A physician order dated October 7, 2020 included to clean the left heel with betadine, apply an abdominal pad to wound site, and wrap in rolled gauze every day shift Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for wound care.
Review of the care plan revealed a revision date of October 7, 2020 that the resident had actual skin breakdown to the left heel blister. Interventions dated October 10, 2020 included offloading heels while in bed, turning and repositioning, pressure redistribution surfaces to bed and chair, utilize positioning devices, and to observe for verbal and nonverbal signs of pain related to wound or wound treatment and medicate as ordered.
The Medication Administration Record (MAR) for October 2020 revealed no documentation the left heel treatment was completed on October 14.
Review of the skin integrity report dated October 14, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer was necrotic, measured 4.0 cm x 6.0 cm x 0 cm, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and that pain was present. The note did not include the signature and/or initials of the staff completing the assessment.
The wound care center note dated October 15, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer (wound #2) had obscured full-thickness skin and tissue loss, measured 4.0 cm x 6.0 cm x 0 cm with an area of 24 square cm, the wound bed had 76-100% eschar, no drainage noted, and the resident reported no pain.
Review of the October 2020 MAR revealed no documentation the left heel treatment was completed on October 19.
A practitioner note dated October 21, 2020 revealed the wound team would be in that day to evaluate the left heel wound with eschar. The note included the resident was non-compliant with turning and fights staff with re-positioning, did not want to get out of bed, and did not want heels elevated. The note also included the resident became agitated and would fight with staff and the practitioner when being touched and when staff were trying to treat the heels.
Review of an electronic record wound evaluation dated October 21, 2020 included the stage two pressure ulcer (wound #2) to the left heel was three months old and in house acquired. The evaluation also included the ulcer measurements were 4.65 cm x 4.98 cm x 0 cm, and the area was 19.76 cm.
Review of the clinical record revealed the treatment to the left heel wound was discontinued on October 21, 2020 and no new treatment was ordered at that time.
The skin integrity report dated October 22, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer was necrotic, measured 4.0 cm x 6.0 cm x 0 cm, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and pain was present. The note did not include the signature and/or initials of the staff completing the assessment.
A skin integrity report dated October 29, 2020 stated the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer was necrotic, measured 4.0 cm x 6.0 cm x 0 cm, the surrounding tissue and wound edges were healthy, and that pain was present. The note did not include the signature and/or initials of the staff completing the assessment.
Review of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) documentation for October 2020 revealed the following:
-69 out of 93 shifts did not contain documentation of the bed mobility task being completed, including 14 out of 31 days that did not contain documentation of the bed mobility task being completed on any shift.
-72 out of 93 shifts did not contain documentation that preventative skin care (heel/elbow protectors) was applied, including 14 out of 31 days that did not contain documentation that preventative skin care (heel/elbow protectors) was applied on any shift.
A nursing progress note dated November 9, 2020 revealed the resident was not allowing staff to reposition her.
Review of an electronic record wound evaluation dated November 10, 2020 (12 days after the last assessment) included the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer (wound #2) was four months old and in house acquired. The evaluation included that the dressing was intact and saturated. The evaluation also included the ulcer measured 2.82 cm x 3.55 cm x 0.25 cm with an area 8.25 cm, the wound bed was 50% granulation and 50% eschar, light amount of serosanguineous drainage with a faint odor was noted after cleansing, the peri-wound edges were non-attached and the surrounding tissue was macerated and blanching. The evaluation stated the resident pain was assessed.
Review of a physician order dated November 10, 2020 now revealed an order to cleanse the left heel with wound cleanser, apply Medihoney to the wound bed, cover with non-adherent dressing, and wrap with gauze every day shift. The order included to notify the PCP/nurse supervisor if decline noted.
A skin integrity report dated November 12, 2020 revealed the left heel wound was healed.
However, review of an electronic record wound evaluation dated November 16, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer (wound #2) measured 3.55 cm x 3.53 cm x 0.25 cm with an area of 10.39 cm, and the wound bed was 40% granulation and 60% eschar. The evaluation did not include an assessment of the wound edges or surrounding tissue, or the presence or absence of exudate and pain.
A nursing progress note dated November 16, 2020 revealed the resident was repositioned with pillows and shifted back to the previous position. The note included the nurse attempted to explain to the resident the importance of off-loading heels, attempt was unsuccessful.
Review of a nursing progress notes dated November 19 and 20, 2020 revealed the presence of a low air loss mattress and that the resident refused to be repositioned or off load heels.
A physician order dated November 20, 2020 included to cleanse the left heel with wound cleanser, apply Silvasorb to the wound bed, cover with a non-adherent dressing, and wrap with gauze every day shift. Notify PCP/nurse supervisor if decline noted.
Review of the November 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the treatments to the left heel was completed on November 24.
Review of the clinical record did not reveal that a weekly skin assessment was completed between November 19 and December 1, 2020.
An electronic record wound evaluation dated November 25, 2020 included the unstageable pressure ulcer to the left heel (wound #2) measured 2.07 cm x 3.57 cm x 0 cm with an area of 5.77 cm. The evaluation did not include an assessment of the wound bed, the presence or absence of exudate or pain, or an assessment of the wound edges and surrounding tissue.
Review of the November 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the treatment to the left heel was completed on November 30.
An electronic record wound evaluation dated November 30, 2020 stated the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer (wound #2) measured 1.38 cm x 0.91 cm x 0 cm with an area of 0.94 cm. The evaluation did not include an assessment of the wound bed, the presence or absence of exudate or pain, an assessment of the wound edges and surrounding tissue, or the signature and/or initials of the assessor.
Review of the CNA documentation for November 2020 revealed the following:
-50 out of 90 shifts did not contain documentation of the bed mobility task being completed, including 6 out of 30 days that did not contain documentation of the bed mobility task being completed on any shift.
-53 out of 90 shifts did not contain documentation that preventative skin care (heel/elbow protectors) was applied, including 6 out of 30 days that did not contain documentation that preventative skin care (heel/elbow protectors) were applied on any shift.
Review of the December 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the treatment to the left heel were completed on December 9.
An electronic record wound evaluation dated December 10, 2020 (10 days after the last assessment) included the unstageable pressure ulcer to the left heel (wound #2) measurements were 1.61 cm x 1.66 cm x 0 cm, with area 2.17 cm. The evaluation did not include an assessment of the wound bed, the presence or absence of exudate or pain, an assessment of the wound edges and surrounding tissue, or the signature and/or initials of the assessor.
A Skin and Wound evaluation dated December 15, 2020 revealed the left heel unstageable pressure ulcer had obscured full-thickness skin and tissue loss due to slough and/or eschar. The wound measurements were 2.0 cm x 2.1 cm x 0 cm with area 2.9 cm. The evaluation included the in-house acquired pressure ulcer had been present for 1-3 months, no exact date was documented.
Another Wound Evaluation for the same date, December 15, 2020, included the unstageable pressure ulcer to the left heel (wound #2) was five months old and in house acquired. This evaluation included the measurements were 1.98 cm x 2.07 cm x 0 cm with an area of 2.94, and that the closure percent was between 80 and 90%.
The assessments dated December 15, 2020 differed regarding how long the wound had been present; did not include documentation of the wound bed or the presence or absence of exudate; did not include documentation of the wound edges, surrounding tissue, or presence or absence of pain. The assessments also did not include the signature and/or initials of the assessor.
A quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had two unstageable pressure ulcers/suspected deep tissue injury, was receiving pressure ulcer care, and pressure reducing devices were to the bed and chair.
Review of the December 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the treatments to the left heel were completed on December 26, 28, or 30.
A Nutritional assessment dated [DATE] included the resident was receiving multivitamin, zinc, and vitamin C for wound diagnosis. The assessment included the resident had pressure ulcers to the bilateral heels which were improving. The assessment also included to keep interventions in place as oral intake was fair and the wound was not completely healed.
Review of the CNA documentation for December 2020 revealed the following:
-52 out of 93 shifts did not contain documentation of the bed mobility task being completed, including 5 out of 31 days that did not contain documentation of the bed mobility task being completed on any shift.
-56 out of 93 shifts did not contain documentation that preventative skin care (heel/elbow protectors) was applied, including 8 out of 31 days that did not contain documentation that preventative skin care (heel/elbow protectors) were applied on any shift.
The wound care center progress note dated January 7, 2021 revealed the left heel pressure ulcer (wound #2) was now a stage 3 pressure ulcer. The note included the ulcer measured 3.0 cm x 3.2 cm x 0.2 cm depth, with an area of 9.6 square cm and a volume of 1.92 cubic cm. The note also included the wound bed had 76-100% pink granulation, a moderate amount of sero-sanguineous drainage was noted with no odor, the peri-wound skin did not exhibit edema or erythema and the temperature was within normal limits, and the resident's pain was 1 on a scale of 0-10. This assessment was 23 days after the last assessment.
A physician order dated January 7, 2021 included to cleanse the left heel wound with wound cleanser, apply Silvasorb to the wound bed, cover with a non-adherent dressing, wrap with gauze every day shift, and notify the PCP/nurse supervisor if decline noted.
A physician order dated January 14, 2021 included for the Wound Care Group to evaluate and treat.
A NP progress note dated January 18, 2021 included staff would attempt to get the resident out of bed for all meals, although the resident does fight with staff when cares are being given.
Review of a wound care center progress note dated January 21, 2021 revealed the stage 3 left posterior heel pressure ulcer (wound #2) measured 1.0 cm x 0.8 cm x 0.2 cm with an area of 0.8 square cm and a volume of 0.16 cubic cm. The note included the wound bed had 76-100% pink granulation, a scant amount of sero-sanguineous drainage was present with no odor, the peri-wound skin exhibited scarring and the temperature was w[TRUNCATED]
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0552
(Tag F0552)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorder, insomnia and alcohol dependence with withdrawal.
An admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a score of 13 on the BIMS, indicating the resident was cognitively intact. The MDS assessment also revealed the resident received antipsychotic medication 5 days, antianxiety medication 2 days, and antidepressant medication 6 days during the 7-day lookback period.
Review of physician orders revealed orders for Seroquel (antipsychotic) and Lorazepam (antianxiety) was changed on July 29, 2021 to Seroquel 25 mg by mouth three times a day for PTSD as evidenced by agitation and irritability and Lorazepam 0.5 mg by mouth two times a day for anxiety as evidenced by restlessness.
The MARs for June 2021, July 2021, and August 2021 revealed the resident was administered Seroquel and Lorazepam as ordered.
However, review of the Psychotropic Medication Administration Disclosure forms for Seroquel and Lorazepam outlining the risks and benefits of receiving psychotropic medications revealed the resident and/or the resident's representative had not signed the form prior to the resident receiving the medications. The forms included two staff signatures with the date June 10, 2021, and June 10, 2021 by the space for the resident's signature for the Seroquel; and two staff signatures with the date June 14, 2021, and the date June 14, 2021 by the space for the resident's signature.
Review of the nursing progress notes did not reveal documentation regarding discussion with the resident and/or the resident's representative about the psychotropic medications.
In an interview conducted with an LPN (staff #44) on August 4, 2021 at 11:15 AM, she stated psychotropic medication consents are signed prior to the administration of the psychotropic medication. The LPN stated that if the resident is not able to sign, verbal consent verified by two nurses is obtained from the resident's representative. She stated after a verbal consent is received, it is documented on the consent form stating who the verbal consent was obtained from and the two nurses signs the form. Staff #44 reviewed resident #33 forms for Ativan and Seroquel and stated she co-signed the form after the other nurse stated that he had called resident #33 family, and that it should be documented who the consent was obtained from. She stated that if there is no signature or name of whom the verbal consent was obtained from, then the consent form is incomplete.
During an interview conducted on August 5, 2021 at 3:00 PM with the DON (staff #9), she stated when filling out the psychotropic medication consent form, her expectation is for the nurses to circle the appropriate medication, explain the risks and benefits of the medication to the resident or resident family, and sign the consent form appropriately. The DON stated the consent form should have documentation stating that verbal consent was received from the resident representative. She stated she thought that this was just mishap on documentation.
Review of the facility policy Psychotherapeutic Medication Use revised on November 28, 20217 revealed the purpose included supporting the involvement of residents and family members in discussion associated with the use of psychotherapeutic medications. The policy stated Center staff and/or physician/APP informs the patient and/or the patient representative of the initiation, reason for prescribing, and risks associated with the use of psychotherapeutic medications .Obtain informed consent as required per state regulation and per Center nursing policy.
Based on clinical record reviews, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure two of six sampled residents (#33 and #119) and/or their representative were informed of the risks and benefits of psychotropic medications prior to the administration of the medications. The deficient practice can result in the resident and/or the resident representative not being aware of the benefits and the potential adverse side effects of taking psychoactive medications.
Findings include:
-Resident #119 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included unspecified dementia with behavioral disturbances and essential hypertension.
A physician order dated July 20, 2021 included for Mirtazapine (antidepressant) 15 milligrams (mg) by mouth at bedtime for depression as evidenced by ineffective sleep pattern.
Review of the Psychotropic Medication Administration Disclosure form outlining the risks and benefits of receiving Mirtazapine/Remeron and Olanzapine/Zyprexa did not include the resident's signature/name and/or the health care decision maker signature/name. The form included two clinician signatures with the date July 20, 2021, and the date July 20, 2021 by the space for the resident's signature.
A nursing note dated July 20, 2021 at 8:13 PM stated a call was placed to the resident's family for verbal consents. The note included the call was sent to voicemail.
Review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed a score of 1 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) indicating the resident had severely impaired cognition. The assessment included the resident received antipsychotic and antidepressant medications during the lookback period.
A physician order dated August 2, 2021 revealed the order for Olanzapine (antipsychotic) was changed to 2.5 mg two tablets by mouth every 8 hours for psychosis as evidenced by physical and verbal aggression.
The Medication Administration Record (MAR) for August 2021 revealed the resident was administered Mirtazapine and Olanzapine as ordered.
An interview was conducted with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON/staff #64) on August 5, 2021 at 9:35 AM. The ADON stated the nurses are responsible for informing residents and/or their representatives of the risks and benefits of taking psychotropic medications and obtaining their signatures on the form prior to administering the psychotropic medications. Staff #64 also stated that a verbal consent can be obtained with two nurses verifying the consent. The ADON review for the form for resident #119 and acknowledged the lack of signatures on the disclosure form.
On August 5, 2021 at 9:42 AM, an interview was conducted with a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #44). The LPN stated that she had contacted the resident's representative to obtain the consent but neither she or the other nurse on the call completed the documentation on the Psychotropic Medication Administration Disclosure form. She stated that she did not know why she did not complete the form.
During an interview conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 5, 2021 at 10:31 AM, the DON stated that her expectation is that all documentation be fully completed, including all required signatures.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record reviews, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure advanced directives were ac...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record reviews, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure advanced directives were accurately documented for two of four sampled residents (#33 and #163). The census was 66. The deficient practice could result in residents receiving services which are not in accordance with their wishes.
Findings include:
-Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis that included fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, dysphagia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorder and alcohol dependence with withdrawal.
Review of the clinical record revealed an Advance Directive form signed by the resident's responsible party on [DATE] which revealed the resident code status was DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) indicating the resident did not want cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
A baseline care plan dated [DATE] included the resident has an established advanced directive and chooses to be a DNR. The goal was that the resident's wishes as expressed in the advance directive will be followed. Interventions included to activate the resident's advance directive as indicated.
An admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] included the resident scored a 13 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), indicating the resident was cognitively intact.
A Post admission Patient-Family Conference note dated [DATE] included the resident's code status was DNR.
However, a physician's order dated [DATE] stated Full Code.
Further review of the clinical record did not reveal the resident had changed the advance directive.
An interview was conducted with a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #44) on [DATE] at 11:15 PM. The LPN stated the advance directive is signed on admission and updated when there are any changes. She stated the signed advance directive form will be in the resident's chart and the order will be in Point Click Care (PCC). The LPN further stated the code status in PCC and the resident's chart should match.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on [DATE] at 3:00 PM. She stated her expectation is for the staff to obtain advance directive orders, and update the advance directive if it changes in the electronic health record (PCC) and chart. She stated the signed advance directive form is scanned in under miscellaneous in PCC and the form is kept in resident's chart. She stated the advance directive order in PCC should match the signed form in the resident's chart.
-Resident #163 was admitted on [DATE] with a diagnosis cerebral infarction.
A physician order dated [DATE] revealed the resident code status was DNR.
Review of the face sheet for the resident revealed the resident had a POA (Power of Attorney) and that the resident's code status was DNR.
The care plan initiated on [DATE] revealed the resident has established directive advance and wishes to be an DNR. The goal was that the expressed wishes in the advanced directive would be followed. Interventions included to activate the resident's advance directive as indicated.
The admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had a chronic disease that may result in life expectancy of less than 6 months and that the resident was on hospice. The assessment also included a score of 9 on the BIMS that indicated the resident had moderately impaired cognition.
Further review of the clinical record conducted on [DATE] at 8:41 a.m., revealed an advanced directive form and a prehospital do not resuscitate directive form in the chart that had not been completed.
Review of the electronic health record revealed fully executed advanced directive documentation had not been uploaded to the clinical record.
An interview was conducted with an LPN (staff #72) on [DATE] at 8:56 a.m., who stated that she was educated to look in either the electronic health record (EHR) or in the paper hard chart for a resident's code status. The LPN stated it is a problem if the advance directive forms have not been completed and that the DON and social services should be notified immediately. The LPN stated the admission nurse address advance directive paperwork with a resident upon admission.
An interview was conducted on [DATE] at 12:13 p.m. with the assistant director of nursing (ADON/staff #64) at which time she stated resident #163's advanced directives that were in the hard chart were not signed. The ADON stated that she went in to visit the resident that morning and had the resident sign the advanced directives.
An interview with the admissions Registered Nurse (RN/staff #25) was conducted on [DATE] at 2:13 p.m. Staff #25 stated part of the admission process including him reviewing all consents and having the resident sign any paperwork that is applicable which includes advance directive. He stated it was important to have this done at the time of admission so the correct choice would be made in an emergency situation.
On [DATE] at 2:32 p.m., an interview was conducted with the DON (staff #9). The DON stated advanced directives are completed upon admission and as needed for any changes in the resident wishes. She said that the paperwork is filled out and signed on admission, the order is put in the EHR and populates into the resident banner which is the view upon opening the resident chart. The DON stated that if the advance directive is not found in the chart, it is a concern as it causes confusion for the nurse, and staff may not be able to follow the resident's wishes.
During an interview conducted with the administrator (staff #15) on [DATE] at 8:41 a.m., the administrator stated that upon admission the resident must complete forms including advanced directives. Staff #15 stated that it is her expectation that the admissions nurse enter the orders into the EHR and the orange DNR form be filled out per state regulations and kept in the hard chart at the nurses' station. The administrator stated that if the documents are not found in the hard chart it is a concern because the wishes of the resident may not be met.
The facility's policy titled Health Care Decision Making, revised on [DATE], stated it is the right of all residents to participate in their own health care decision-making, including the right to decide whether they wish to request, accept, refuse, or discontinue treatment, and to formulate or not formulate an advance directive. The policy stated the purpose is to assure that residents' wishes concerning health care decisions are communicated to all staff so that residents' rights will be honored and their wishes will be executed at the appropriate time. The policy also stated that upon admission determine whether the resident has an advance directive. If the resident does not have an advance directive, provide advance directive information, document that the information has been provided to the resident/resident representative, and offer assistance with the formulation of an advance directive.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure the physician was notified of one resident's (#33) significant weight loss. The sample size was 4. The deficient practice could result in physicians not being notified of changes in residents' conditions.
Findings include:
Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), dysphagia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorder and insomnia.
Review of the clinical record revealed the weight recorded on June 8, 2021 was 152.8 pounds (lbs.).
A physician order dated June 9, 2021 revealed an order to weigh the resident every month starting on the 10th and every Thursday for 4 weeks.
The baseline care plan dated June 9, 2021 revealed the resident was at nutritional risk as evidenced by diagnoses of hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), dysphagia and alcohol dependence. Interventions included diet as ordered.
Review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13 which indicated the resident had intact cognition. The assessment included the resident had no swallowing disorder, no dental issues and required limited one-person assistance with eating. The assessment also included the resident weight was 153 lbs. and that there was no weight loss or gain of 5% or more in the last month and 10% or more in the last 6 months.
The dietary note dated June 16, 2021 included the resident's current oral intake with meals was good and expected to meet estimated needs. No interventions needed and the plan was to continue to follow weights.
Review of the clinical record revealed the resident's weight on June 17, 2021 was 143 lbs. which was a 6.4% weight loss since June 8, 2021.
A nursing note dated June 18, 2021 revealed the resident's weight was 143 lbs.
Further review of the clinical record revealed no documentation the resident was re-weighed or that the physician was notified of the weight loss.
A physician order dated June 23, 2021 included to weigh the resident every Wednesday, Thursday for 4 weeks and every month starting on the 23rd for 28 days.
An eMAR (electronic medication administration record) note dated July 27, 2021 included to weigh the resident every month starting on the 23rd for 28 days.
Review of the weights for July 2021 revealed the following:
-167.2 lbs. on July 5;
-163.2 lbs. on July 24;
-164.1 lbs. on July 30; and,
-164.2 lbs. on July 31.
Review of the clinical record revealed the resident's weight of 138.8 lbs. dated August 1, 2021 was crossed out.
Continued review of the clinical record revealed the resident's weight was 144 lbs. on August 3, 2021, which was a 7.5% weight loss from July 5, 2021.
Further review of the clinical record revealed no evidence the resident was on a planned weight loss program, the resident was re-weighed, or that the physician was notified of the weight loss.
On August 4, 2021 at 11:15 a.m., an interview was conducted with a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #44). The LPN stated the facility process is for staff to notify the physician if there is a significant weight loss and to document the notification. Staff #44 stated that when there is a discrepancy in a weight, the resident is reweighed and the physician is notified if the reweight indicates a significant loss or gain. Regarding resident #33, the LPN stated that she was the one who entered the weight for August 1, 2021 in the clinical record and that she missed the significant weight loss.
An interview was conducted with a certified nurse assistant (CNA/staff #68) on August 4, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. The CNA stated resident #33 weighed 144 lbs. on August 3, 2021. The CNA also stated the CNAs do not know whether the resident gained or lost weight because the CNAs give the weights to the nurse. The CNA stated the nurse will document the weight and will know whether or not the resident lost weight.
An interview was conducted with an LPN (staff #20) on August 5, 2021 at 1:37 p.m. Staff #20 stated that if a resident is losing weight, an alert will pop up on the electronic record software. Staff #20 also stated that after a physician is notified of the weight change, a note is entered in the electronic record.
In an interview conducted on August 5, 2021 at 2:23 p.m. with the facility administrator (staff #15), the administrator stated that when a significant weight loss is identified, the policy is for staff to notify the physician, consult with the dietician and document in the nursing note that the physician was notified.
During an interview conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 5, 2021 at 3:00 p.m., the DON stated that her expectation is for staff to review the resident's previous weights when entering the new/current weight and look for a trend. She stated the nurses are alerted to any weight changes when they enter weights in the electronic record. The DON also stated that she and the dietician review residents' weights to see if a resident has gained or lost weight. The DON further stated that when the staff notice a resident has a significant weight, she expects the nurses to inform the physician, the assistant DON and herself. Staff #9 stated the expectation is that the nurse document the physician notification in a progress note.
The facility's policy on Weights and Heights included the purpose is to obtain a baseline weight and identify significant weight change and to determine possible causes of significant weight change.
The facility's policy titled Physician/Advance Practice Provider (APP) Notification revised on June 1, 2021 revealed that upon identification of a patient who has a change in condition or abnormal lab values, a licensed nurse will perform appropriate clinical observations, and collect pertinent patient information such as age, diagnoses, prior vital signs, labs, recent changes in medications, previous incidents of a similar nature, code status, etc. and report to physician/advance practice provider (APP). The policy included the purpose is to communicate a change in patients' conditions to the physician/APP and initiate interventions as needed/ordered.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure the Level 1 Pre-admission Sc...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure the Level 1 Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) was updated for one sampled resident (#33), after the resident's stay in the facility was over 30 days. The deficient practice could result in specialized services needed not being identified and provided for residents.
Findings include:
Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis that included post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety disorder.
A review of the Level 1 PASRR dated June 22, 2021 included the resident was admitted to the facility from the hospital, and met the criteria for a 30-day convalescent stay at the facility. The PASRR also included a statement that the nursing facility must update the Level 1 PASRR at such time that it appears the resident's stay will exceed 30 days.
Further review of the clinical record revealed the resident returned to the facility from hospital on June 23, 2021 and continued to stay in the facility. However, there was no evidence that the Level 1 had been updated/completed, despite the resident continuing to reside in the facility.
An interview was conducted with the director of social service (SS/staff #78) on August 5, 2021 at 12:35 PM. He stated a level I PASARR comes with any resident admitted to the facility. Staff #78 stated that if there is not Level I PASARR, it is completed after the resident is admitted by social service within 30 days. He stated the completed PASARR is sent to medical records and updated when a resident has a significant change in condition. He stated resident #33 has a new level I PASARR from the hospital after his hospitalization. He reviewed resident Level I PASARR from the hospital and stated that a new level I PASARR should have been completed after the resident's stay exceeded 30 days stay. He stated social service usually communicate with admissions and admissions will let social service know if a PASARR is needed. He stated sometimes it is caught later but the social service tries to meet the mark.
The facility's policy on PASRR revised on January 15, 2021 revealed the staff will assure that all residents with Mental Disorders (MD) and/or Intellectual Disability (ID) receive appropriate pre-admission screenings according to federal and/or state regulations. The policy also revealed social services will be responsible for coordinating updates as needed and per state requirements.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure a baseline care plan was dev...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure a baseline care plan was developed within 48 hours of admission for one of 18 sampled residents (#214). The deficient practice may result in residents not being provided the services and person-centered care necessary to meet their needs.
Findings include:
Resident #214 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included type 2 diabetes with diabetic chronic kidney disease, dependence on renal dialysis, acquired absence of right leg above knee and end stage renal disease.
The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] included the resident scored 14 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), indicating the resident was cognitively intact. The assessment included the resident had received dialysis.
A physician's order dated July 15, 2021 stated to monitor the hemodialysis site for signs/symptoms of complications, and to notify the physician and dialysis center immediately with any urgent problems.
A nursing note dated July 15, 2021 included the resident was admitted for wound care, management of diabetes and management of renal disease. The note also included the resident had a history of diabetes, end stage renal disease, falls, and hypertension.
A post admission patient/family conference note dated July 16, 2021 included the resident, social services, nurse unit manager, rehabilitation, recreation, case manager, dietitian, and certified nursing assistant attended the conference. An additional comment included in the note stated the baseline, person centered care plan is developed within 48 hours and is reviewed at the post admission patient/family conference.
Review of resident #214's clinical record revealed the resident did not have any care plans initiated until July 19, 2021.
An interview was conducted on August 5, 2021 at approximately 10:15 am with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON/staff #64). Staff #64 stated the resident's care plan is started by the admissions nurse or by other nursing staff. Staff #64 stated she is one of the staff members who initiates care plans at times. The ADON stated the baseline care plan should be initiated the day of admission so that everyone providing care to the resident knows what that care should be. She stated the baseline care plan should include the resident's fall risk, skin issues, some medications including insulin, and if a resident was receiving dialysis. Staff #64 stated the baseline care plan is communicated to the resident and the resident's family during a meeting that is held within the first few days of admission.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 5, 2021 at 11:30 am. The DON stated the expectation is that a baseline care plan is initiated for each resident on the first day of the resident's admission. She stated nursing staff can initiate and add things to the care plan. She also stated some of the assessments that are completed will trigger a care plan to open. The DON stated that she expects the care plan to include all of the information needed to care for a resident, and that it would include diabetes, dialysis, skin issues, and medications among other things. The DON stated the resident's care plans are audited at the daily clinical meeting, and that is when she would make sure the new admits had a baseline care plan started. The DON was not able to provide documentation of resident #214's baseline care plan, and agreed that the first care plan was initiated on July 19, 2021, which was 4 days after resident #214 was admitted .
The facility's policy titled Person-Centered Care Plan was effective November 28, 2016 and most recently revised on July 19, 2019 included the center must develop and implement a baseline person centered care plan within 48 hours for each patient that includes the instructions needed to provide effective and person-centered care that meet professional standards of quality care. The policy also stated the baseline care plan should include but is not limited to: initial goals based on admission orders, physician orders, dietary orders, therapy services, and social services.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and review of policy and procedure, the facility failed to revise the care pl...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and review of policy and procedure, the facility failed to revise the care plan for one of 18 sampled residents (#24). The deficient practice could result in care plan not being revised.
Findings include:
Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included fractures of the right fibula and right tibia, dysphagia, and altered mental status.
Regarding the external fixator device:
A nurse progress note dated March 13, 2020 revealed the resident was a new admission from the hospital and had an external fixation device to the right lower extremity with six pins into the skin with ace wraps from the knee to the ankle.
Review of the care plan initiated on March 14, 2020 revealed the resident required assistance for mobility related to an external fixator to the right lower extremity. Interventions included head of bed elevated as a mobility enabler and therapy screening.
A physician's order dated March 17, 2020 revealed an order for daily treatment with lightly betadine soaked drain sponges to the pin sites.
The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 3 which indicated that the resident's cognition was severely impaired. The assessment also included the resident had a surgical wound and surgical wound care.
However, review of the care plan did not reveal evidence a care plan was revised to include the treatment.
Regarding Activities of Daily Living (ADL):
A nurse progress note dated May 31, 2021 revealed that a lift-transfer-repositioning evaluation was completed; and that the resident required a total lift transfer with a size medium full body sling for transfer.
The ADL care plan dated June 3, 2021 revealed the resident required assistance for transfer and toileting related to illness, fall, and hospitalization resulting in a fracture. The goal was that the resident's ADL care needs would be anticipated and met. The approaches included to arrange the resident environment as much as possible to facilitate ADL performance; and to provide the resident with set up to extensive assist of one for transfers and toileting.
Further review of the care plan did not reveal a care plan was revised to include the resident required a total lift for transfers.
An interview was conducted on August 5, 2021 at 3:18 p.m. with a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/staff #60), who stated she had cared for resident #24 and the resident required a Hoyer lift (mechanical lift) for transfers.
An interview was conducted on August 6, 2021 at 8:34 a.m. with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON/staff #64). The ADON stated resident #24 required the use of a mechanical lift/Hoyer lift for transfer. The ADON further stated the resident's need for a Hoyer lift for transfers should be on the care plan.
An interview was conducted on August 6, 2021 at 10:45 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9). She stated that she expects the care plan to be accurate and reflect the resident's current status. Regarding resident #24, the DON stated the ADL care plan needed to be updated to reflect the resident's need for a Hoyer Lift. The DON stated all nurses are able to update/revise the care plan as needed.
The facility's policy for Person-Centered Care Plan dated July 1, 2019 revealed that a comprehensive, individualized care plan will be developed within 7 days after completion of the comprehensive assessment for each resident that includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet a resident's medical, nursing, nutrition, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessments. The purpose is to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being. The care plan must be customized to each individual resident's preferences and needs. The care plan will be reviewed and revised by the interdisciplinary team after each assessment, including both the comprehensive and quarterly review assessments, and as needed to reflect the response to care and changing needs and goals.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #17 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of Unspecified Cerebral Palsy and Cervical Region Spinal Stenosis.
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #17 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of Unspecified Cerebral Palsy and Cervical Region Spinal Stenosis.
Review of the care plan initiated on May 19, 2021 revealed the resident required assistance with toileting related to cerebral palsy and cancer. The goal was that the resident would maintain the highest capable level of activities of daily living. Interventions included to monitor laboratory test results and report abnormal results to the physician.
The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15, indicating the resident was cognitively intact. The assessment included the resident was always incontinent.
A nursing note dated June 23, 2021 at 9:28 pm stated the resident was having painful and burning urination, vital signs were within normal limits and the resident was drinking fluids. The note included the physician was notified about the issue.
A physician's order dated June 23, 2021 at 9:45 pm stated to obtain a urinalysis with culture and sensitivity by straight catheter for pain and burning upon urination for 3 days.
Further review of the clinical record did not reveal a laboratory report of the results of the urinalysis with culture and sensitivity.
In an interview conducted with an LPN (staff #71) on August 4, 2021 at approximately 9:47 AM, the LPN stated any order that requires catheterization must be done by the nurse. She stated the nurse is responsible for documenting the order was completed. The LPN stated the laboratory results are faxed to the facility and uploaded to the electronic medical record after the provider reviews the results.
An interview was conducted with the DON (staff #9) on August 4, 2021 at 12:21 pm. She stated the nurses are responsible for obtaining specimens requiring catheterization and calling the laboratory after completion so the laboratory knows to pick up the specimen. Staff #9 stated the nurse will document in the MAR or treatment administration record (TAR), the order was completed. She stated the nurse should also document it in a progress note. The DON stated the results are faxed to the nurses' station, the nurse should notify the physician, and then the laboratory report is sent to medical records to be uploaded into the electronic medical record. The DON stated that she expects the nurses to complete laboratory orders as ordered by the physician. The DON reviewed the clinical record for resident #17 and was unable to find any evidence the order for a urinalysis with culture and sensitivity was carried out.
Based on clinical record reviews, observation, staff interviews, and review of policies and procedures, the facility failed to ensure services met professional standards of quality, by failing to ensure a physician order was clarified for one resident (#13) and that a physician order for one resident (#17) was followed. The sample size was 18. The deficient practice could result in medication errors and physician orders not being followed.
Findings include:
-Resident #13 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia, fall, and history of traumatic brain injury.
Review of a prescription dated July 28, 2021 for resident #13 revealed for Phenytoin Sodium Extended Capsule, give 230 milligrams (mg) by mouth in the morning for seizures with an effective date of July 30, 2021.
Review of the physician's order report revealed two orders dated July 29, 2021:
-Phenytoin Sodium (Dilantin) Extended Capsule give 200 mg by mouth in the morning for seizures; and
-Phenytoin Sodium Extended Capsule give 230 mg by mouth in the morning for seizures.
Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for August 2021 revealed entries for Phenytoin Sodium Extended Capsule give 200 mg by mouth in the morning; and Phenytoin Sodium Extended Capsule give 230 mg by mouth in the morning. Both entries were being initialed as being administered daily in the morning as scheduled.
Review of the available medication blister packs for the resident included a card of Phenytoin Sodium Extended 200 mg capsules one cap by mouth every morning for seizures *give with 30 mg Dilantin to equal 230 mg total, which had handwritten notes: Triangle symbol (change) dose give 430 mg which was scratched off and a note to watch dose; and a card of Phenytoin 30 mg capsules one cap by mouth every morning with 200 mg to equal 230 mg, with a handwritten note to watch dose.
A medication observation was conducted on August 4, 2021 at 8:40 a.m. with a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #44). The medication administration for resident #13 included a Phenytoin Sodium Extended 200mg capsule and a Phenytoin 30mg capsule by mouth for a total of 230 mg.
An interview was conducted on August 4, 2021 at 11:02 a.m. with the LPN (staff #44). She stated that she gave the resident 230 mg of Phenytoin, not the 430 mg that was on the order. She stated that the order had been transcribed incorrectly. She stated that she and the physician went over the Phenytoin dosage the other day and that the physician wrote on the card to watch dose because he felt that the right doses may not have been given based on the pill count. She stated that the physician wanted to make everyone aware that the dosage was 230 mg of Phenytoin. The LPN stated that if staff believed that a medication order was transcribed incorrectly, the staff member should call the physician to clarify the order. The LPN stated that if an order was transcribed incorrectly it would cause a risk for overdose, wrong dose, adverse side effects, or even death. She reviewed the Phenytoin entry on the MAR and stated that staff had been signing for both the 200 mg and the 230 mg dose of Phenytoin each day, but that she knows that they are not giving 430 mg of the medication. The LPN stated that the Phenytoin order needed to be clarified and changed to one for 200 mg a day and one for 30 mg a day.
An interview was conducted on August 4, 2021 at 12:07 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9). She stated that the expectation was that the staff would follow the physician's order when administering medications to residents. Staff #9 stated the physician for resident #13 was pretty good at following up and making sure his orders were correctly transcribed. She stated that, in addition, the DON, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), and the unit managers review the daily orders each day. The DON reviewed the Phenytoin prescription and the physician's orders in the resident's clinical record and stated the order was not transcribed correctly. The DON stated the incorrect transcription should not have made it through the facility's double check system and that her expectations for order transcription were not met.
Review of the facility's policy regarding medication administration revised June 1, 2021 stated the purpose is to provide safe, effective medication administration process. Practice standards listed in the policy included if discrepancies occur, notify the physician and/or pharmacy as indicated.
Review of the facility's policy for Transcription of Orders revised June 1, 2021 revealed: Orders from an authorized licensed independent practitioner are transcribed by a licensed nurse. Written orders may be transcribed by a non-licensed unit clerk/health unit coordinator with appropriate training per state regulations. A licensed nurse must verify accuracy and sign off orders transcribed by a non-licensed unit clerk/health coordinator. The purpose is to communicate all practitioner orders to caregivers regarding patient's/resident's care and treatment.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure pre and post di...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure pre and post dialysis assessments were consistently completed for one sampled resident (#214). The deficient practice could result in dialysis related complications not be being readily identified and treated timely.
Findings include:
Resident #214 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included type 2 diabetes with diabetic chronic kidney disease, dependence on renal dialysis, acquired absence of right leg above knee and end stage renal disease.
Multiple physician's orders dated July 15, 2021 regarding dialysis were noted. These included:
-Monitor dialysis site for signs/symptoms of complications and notify the physician and dialysis center immediately with any urgent problems.
-Dialysis Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Early breakfast meal at 0530 due to dialysis schedule
- Hemodialysis Dressing changes may be performed by the Center staff if accidental removal of transparent dressing has occurred or the dressing is no longer occlusive
The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for resident #214 dated July 22, 2021 included the resident scored 14 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), indicating the resident was cognitively intact. The assessment also included the resident was receiving dialysis.
Review of resident #214's clinical record revealed the dialysis center sent post dialysis instructions to the facility following the resident's dialysis appointments on July 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, and 31, 2021.
Continued review of the resident's clinical record did not reveal any pre dialysis or post dialysis assessments were competed by the facility for resident #214.
An interview was conducted with resident #214 on August 4, 2021 at 12:00 pm. The resident stated that since the dialysis appointment is early in the morning, he leaves right after getting up. The resident stated that the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assists with getting up, getting dressed and getting into the wheelchair before being transported to dialysis by the transporter. Resident #214 stated staff do not obtain his vitals before he leaves, and he does not always receive a meal on dialysis days. The resident stated the nurse does not do any assessment on him before he leaves for dialysis, and no one at the facility does an assessment when he returns. Resident #214 stated the staff at the dialysis center do take his vitals and monitor him, and they give him paperwork to bring back to the facility- the post dialysis instructions.
An interview was conducted with a CNA (staff #16) on August 5, 2021 at 9:30 am. Staff #16 stated when she has a resident that has a dialysis appointment, she makes sure the resident is clean, wearing clean clothes, and prepared for the appointment. She stated she was not aware of any assessments that are done prior to the resident going to dialysis. The CNA stated that when a resident return from the dialysis appointment, they are usually tired and she assists them into bed. She stated she was not familiar with any paperwork the resident might bring back to the facility.
An interview was conducted with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON/staff #64) on August 5, 2021 at approximately 10:15 am. She stated residents will have their vitals taken and recorded prior to leaving for dialysis and they are documented in the chart. She stated residents who are receiving dialysis should be monitored by the nursing staff every shift to ensure there are no abnormalities or problems that need to be reported to the physician. The ADON stated there are dialysis sheets that go back and forth between the facility and the dialysis center and anything that needs to be communicated is done so on those sheets. Staff #64 was not able to find any of these sheets for resident #214, but provided the post dialysis instructions that was completed by the dialysis center.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 5, 2021 at 11:30 am. Staff #9 stated there should be pre and post dialysis assessments completed and that dialysis communication sheets should be filled out for each resident every time the resident has a dialysis appointment. The DON stated that she was aware this is an area she needs to educate the staff on.
The facility's policy titled Dialysis: Hemodialysis Communication and Documentation, effective May 1, 2016 and most recently revised on November 1, 2019, included the center staff will communicate with the certified dialysis facility prior to sending a resident for hemodialysis by competing the Hemodialysis communication record or other state required form and sending it with the resident. The policy also included the form will be completed upon return of the resident from the certified dialysis center. The policy included this form will be maintained in the resident's medical record.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, staff interviews, and review of policy and procedures, the facility failed to ens...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, staff interviews, and review of policy and procedures, the facility failed to ensure the medication error rate was not 5% or greater, by failing to administer medications as ordered to two residents (#27 & #13). The error rate was 8%. The deficient practice could result in further medication errors.
Findings include:
-Resident #27 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included end stage renal disease, dependence on renal dialysis, and amputation between left hip and knee.
A physician order dated August 2, 2021 included for a chewable Lanthanum Carbonate (phosphate binding agent) 500 milligrams (mg) tablet by mouth with meals for phosphorus binding.
On August 4, 2021 at 8:06 a.m., a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #102) was observed to administer resident #27 medications during a medication administration observation. Review of the medication blister pack for Lanthanum Carbonate 500 mg included instructions to chew the medication before swallowing. The LPN was observed to administer Lanthanum carbonate 500 mg tablet to the resident without giving the resident any instruction, and the resident was observed to swallow the tablet. During the observation, the resident was asked if he chewed the medication or swallowed it whole. The resident stated that he swallowed the medication whole. The LPN then stated that she thought she saw the resident chew the pill.
An interview was conducted with the LPN (staff #102) on August 4, 2021 at 10:47 a.m., who stated that if a medication was supposed to be chewed she would instruct the resident to chew the medication. The LPN acknowledged that she did not tell resident #27 to chew the Lanthanum carbonate. The LPN stated she was not aware of any adverse effects/cautions related to swallowing the medication whole, however, there may be a risk the resident would not receive the therapeutic effect of the medication.
-Resident #13 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia, fall, and mild protein-calorie malnutrition.
During a medication administration observation conducted on August 4, 2021 at 8:40 a.m. with an LPN (staff #44), the LPN was observed to administer two 500 mg Tums tablets to resident #13.
However, review of the physician's orders revealed an order dated July 29, 2021 for chewable Tums (calcium carbonate antacid) tablet, give 500 mg by mouth two times a day for supplement.
An interview was conducted with the LPN (staff #44) on August 4, 2021 at 11:02 a.m. The LPN stated that she gave two 500 mg tablets which would be 1000 mg of Tums to resident #13. The LPN further stated that she should have given only one tablet and she administered the wrong dose to the resident. The LPN stated she was expected to administer medications as ordered by the physician.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 2, 2021 at 12:07 p.m., who stated that her expectation was for staff to follow the physician's orders during medication administration which includes giving the correct dose. The DON stated that she did not know what the potential risk was regarding the nurse administering the wrong dose of Tums to resident #13, but that it was a medication error. The DON also stated that if there were directions to chew a medication, the nurse needs to instruct the resident to chew the medication. The DON stated the Lanthanum Carbonate for resident #27 should have been chewed as per the medication directions. She stated since resident #34 did not chew the medication during medication administration observation, it was a medication error.
Review of the facility's Medication Administration policy dated June 1, 2021 revealed that a licensed nurse, medication technician, or medication aide, per state regulations, will administer medications to patients. Accepted standards of practice will be followed. The purpose is to provide safe, effective medication administration process. The policy provided did not include information regarding giving the right dose or following directions for medication administration (i.e. to chew the medication) for a particular medication.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0886
(Tag F0886)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on county COVID-19 positivity rates, facility documentation, staff interviews, policy review, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Interim Final Rule requirements, the facili...
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Based on county COVID-19 positivity rates, facility documentation, staff interviews, policy review, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Interim Final Rule requirements, the facility failed to ensure one Registered Nurse (RN/staff #75) was tested for COVID-19 at the required frequency. The deficient practice could lead to the spread of COVID-19.
Findings include:
Facility Documentation of testing frequency requirements according to community transmission was reviewed and included the following:
For the week of June 27 through July 4, 2021, the staff were required to test every two weeks.
For the week of July 4 through July 11, 2021, the staff were required to test every week.
For the week of July 11 through July 18, 2021, the staff were required to test every week.
For the week of July 18 through July 25, 2021, the staff were required to test every week.
For the week of July 25 through August 1, 2021, the facility began outbreak testing, and the staff were required to test every 3-7 days.
Review of the facility's COVID-19 testing log revealed staff #75, a registered nurse, was tested for COVID-19 on July 30, 2021. Continued review of the facility's testing log did not reveal any additional COVID-19 tests for staff #75.
Review of the facility's vaccination logs revealed staff #75 was not vaccinated for COVID-19.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) and the Infection Preventionist (IP/staff #6) on August 6, 2021 at 9:40 am. Staff #9 and staff #6 agreed that the facility was testing the staff at the required frequency based on the testing frequency guidance provided by their corporate management. The DON stated the guidance is provided to the facility weekly, and the testing days are scheduled according to the required frequency. The IP stated he is testing all of the unvaccinated staff twice a week and is trying to encourage those staff to get the vaccine. He stated there is not a shortage of testing supplies in the facility. The DON stated staff #75 had been working at the facility regularly on the night shift. The DON stated staff #75 was tested outside of the facility. She stated she had requested staff #75 provide documentation of additional tests to the facility. The DON stated she was aware that COVID-19 testing was an area she should be keeping an eye on. Both the IP and DON agreed that staff #75 was not tested for COVID-19 at the frequency required.
The facility's policy titled COVID-19 Testing was effective May 22, 2020 and updated on July 28, 2020. The policy included all personnel who work in a patient/resident facility or whose job requires them to routinely be in a facility where patient/resident care is provided, are tested for COVID-19. The policy also included if personnel obtained a COVID-19 test from their physicians, another health care facility, or other service available in the community, they must provide proof of test and results to the facility.
Review of the CMS Interim Final Rule requirements revealed facilities are to test staff on a routine basis based on the extent of the virus in the community. The facility is to use their county positivity rate in the prior week as the trigger for staff testing frequency. For outbreak testing, all staff and residents should be tested, regardless of vaccination status, and all staff and residents that tested negative should be retested every 3 days to 7 days until testing identifies no new cases of COVID-19 infection among staff or residents for a period of at least 14 days since the most recent positive result.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and review of policies and procedures, the facility failed to ensure one resi...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and review of policies and procedures, the facility failed to ensure one resident (#24) received treatment and care in accordance with professional standards regarding wound/skin treatments and monitoring. The sample size was 18. The deficient practice could result in adverse outcomes for residents.
Findings include:
Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included fractures of the right fibula and right tibia, dysphagia, and altered mental status.
Regarding the external fixator pin sites:
Review of a nurse progress note dated March 13, 2020 revealed the resident was a new admission from the hospital and had an external fixation device to the right lower extremity with six pins into the skin with ace wraps from the knee to ankle. The nurse was unable to assess the skin underneath related to agitation by the resident when the nurse attempted to look.
The care plan initiated on March 14, 2020 stated the resident required assistance for mobility related to an external fixator to the Right Lower Extremity. The care plan did not address the altered skin integrity or care needs related to the external fixator to the right leg.
A practitioner note dated March 16, 2020 revealed the resident had an external fixator applied to the right lower extremity and the pin sites were intact. The note included to lightly soak the pin sites with betadine daily, and continue to monitor fixator pin sites; and wound care consulted.
A physician order dated March 17, 2020 included for lightly soaked betadine drain sponges to the pin sites daily and to keep the right lower extremity (RLE) loosely wrapped with ace wraps.
The March 2020 Treatment Administration Record (TAR) revealed no documentation that the pin site treatments were completed on March 20 & 21, and March 26 & 27.
A practitioner note dated April 6, 2020 revealed the right lower extremity fixator pin sites were intact, no redness or drainage evident. The note included to continue to monitor fixator pin sites, wound care following, and discussed with nursing to continue pin site care.
Review of the April 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the pin site treatments were completed April 9-11.
Review of a practitioner note dated April 14, 2020 revealed the upper lateral thigh pin site had minimal redness, appeared to be picked at, discussed with nursing to have wounds see this.
The April 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the pin site treatment was completed on April 17.
A practitioner note dated April 30, 2020 revealed the right upper thigh lateral pin site had redness and that wounds was following closely.
Review of a nurse progress note dated May 12, 2020 revealed the resident pulled on the bars of the fixator to move the leg after staff positioned it, and removed the gauze from the upper 2 pins after pin care before staff left the room.
Review of nurse progress notes dated May 18, 2020 revealed the resident continued to move the right leg using the bars of the external fixator, and pulls the gauze from the upper pins.
Review of a nurse progress note dated May 20, 2020 revealed the resident continued to move the leg using the external fixator bars and remove gauze from upper pins after pin care.
Review of a nurse progress note dated June 7, 2020 revealed the resident continued to move and reposition the right leg using the bars of the external fixator, and take the upper pin gauze off.
Review of a nurse progress note dated July 6, 2020 revealed redness noted around the upper pin site, area warm to touch with no drainage. The resident continues to move the right leg using the external fixator bars and pull the betadine gauze off pin sites as soon as it is applied.
A practitioner note dated July 6, 2020 revealed notification by nursing that the upper outer fixator site was red. Physical examination included the right lower extremity pin site intact, increased redness noted to the upper pin site, no drainage.
A physician order dated July 6, 2020 stated Doxycycline Hyclate Tablet (antibiotic) 100 milligram (mg) by mouth two times a day for 10 days for pin site redness.
Review of a practitioner note dated July 20, 2020 revealed the right lower extremity external fixator pin sites were intact, redness noted to the upper pin site, and that the resident was likely picking at the site.
Review of a practitioner note dated August 20, 2020 revealed the top pin site infection with swelling, increased redness, and minimal warmth and that the resident needed to see the surgeon.
A physician order dated August 20, 2020 included Doxycycline Hyclate Tablet 100 mg by mouth two times a day for seven days for right leg pin site infection.
The September 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the pin site care treatments were completed on September 10 and 16.
A practitioner note dated September 16, 2020 revealed the right top pin site infection had increased redness, warmth, and minimal drainage.
Review of a physician order dated September 16, 2020 revealed for Doxycycline Hyclate tablet 100 mg by mouth two times a day for 14 days for pin infection.
The September 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the pin site care treatments were completed on September 17-18, and 23.
A practitioner note dated September 24, 2020 revealed right lower extremity external fixator top pin site with redness, warmth, and increased yellowish drainage. The note included that a wound culture and labs were obtained.
Review of a practitioner note dated October 5, 2020 revealed the wound result of multi drug resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
A physician order dated October 5, 2020 revealed for Bactrim DS (antibiotic) 800-160 mg, give one tablet by mouth two times a day for staphylococcus for 7 days.
The practitioner note dated October 9, 2020 stated awaiting orthopedic physician to give further recommendations regarding the fixator; the resident not allowing staff to clean sites.
Review of the October 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the pin site treatments were completed on October 14, 19-21, 23, 25, or 28-30.
Review of the November 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the pin site treatments were completed on November 1-3, 5, 9, 11, 24, or 30.
Review of the December 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the pin site treatments were completed on December 9, 26, 28, 30.
A practitioner note dated December 31, 2020 revealed the fixator was removed from the right lower extremity and an immobilizer was applied. The note included the resident would not allow the practitioner to see or touch the leg.
Review of a nurse progress note dated January 6, 2021 revealed a skin check was performed. The note included multiple surgical incisions to the right lower extremity were well approximated with sutures where the external fixator was removed by orthopedics.
Review of a practitioner note dated January 18, 2021 revealed the right lower extremity surgical scars were healed.
Regarding the buttock wound:
Review of physician orders dated October 23, 2020 revealed:
-Left upper buttock shearing, apply zinc cream two times a day every day shift, notify Primary Care Physician (PCP)/and nurse supervisor if decline noted.
-Left upper buttock shearing, apply zinc cream two times a day every night, notify Primary Care Physician (PCP)/and nurse supervisor if decline noted.
Review of the October 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the treatments to the left upper buttock were completed on the day shift October 25, or 28-30 and on the night shift October 25-28.
Review of the November 2020 TAR revealed no documentation that the treatments to the left upper buttock were completed on the day shift November 1-3, 5, 9, or 11 and on the night shift November 9-11.
Regarding the right ankle:
The physician orders dated May 22, 2021 included:
-Monitor inner ankle for infection or change of condition every day shift.
-Monitor inner ankle for infection or change of condition every night shift.
Review of the May 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right ankle was completed the day shift on May 29.
Review of the June 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right ankle was completed the day shift on June 3-5, 10, 18-19, and 26 and the night shift on June 8 or 18.
Review of the July 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right ankle was completed the day shift on July 1-2 or the night shift on July 13.
Review of a physician's order dated July 27, 2021 revealed: Remove old dressing to right dorsal ankle, cleanse with wound cleanser, pat dry with clean gauze, apply skin prep to peri wound, cover with calcium alginate and a foam dressing. Change 3 times a week and as needed for saturation and/or dislodgement.
Review of the July 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right ankle was completed on the day shift on July 28.
Regarding the right heel:
Review of a progress note from the Wound Care Center dated January 7, 2021 revealed the right heel wound (wound #3) was now a full thickness surgical wound.
A review of the TARs for February 2021, March 2021, and April 2021 revealed a physician order dated January 8, 2021 had been transcribed onto the TARs to cleanse the right heel wound with normal saline, apply silver alginate and cover with dry dressing.
Review of the February 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the right heel wound treatments were completed on February 18 or 25.
Review of the March 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the right heel wound treatments were completed on March 6, 13, or 26.
Review of the April 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the right heel wound treatment was completed on April 15.
A physician's order dated April 20, 2021 included to clean bilateral heels with wound cleanser, pat dry, apply betadine, and cover with dressing daily.
Further review of the clinical record did not reveal this treatment was provided or that the order was transcribed onto the TAR/MAR (Medication Administration Record) for April 2021.
A nurse progress note dated May 22, 2021 revealed the right heel wound was closed and was blanching.
Physician orders dated May 22, 2021 included:
-Monitor the right heel for infection or change in condition every day shift.
-Monitor the right heel for infection or change in condition every night shift.
Review of a practitioner note dated May 26, 2021 revealed that the practitioner examined the resident wounds and advised staff to place heels in protective booties.
Review of the May 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right heel was completed the day shift on May 29.
Review of the June 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right heel was completed the day shift on June 3-5, and 10 or the night shift on June 8.
A practitioner note dated June 17, 2021 revealed the right heel had resolved.
Review of the June 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right heel was completed the day shift on June 18-19, and 26; and the night shift on June 18.
Review of the July 2021 TAR revealed no documentation that the monitoring of the right heel was completed the day shift on July 1-2, and 28; and the night shift on July 13.
An interview was conducted on August 6, 2021 at 8:34 a.m. with the Assistant Director of Nursing/Registered Nurse/Wound Care nurse (staff #64). She stated that the hall nurse does the wound care in the facility for both pressure and non-pressure wounds. She stated the treatment was completed if the nurse signed it off on the TAR. Staff #64 stated that if there was a blank on the TAR (no initials for the scheduled treatment time and date) it meant the treatment was probably not done. Staff #64 stated that if it was not signed, it was not done. Staff #64 stated that staff is expected to complete the treatments and to sign the treatment as completed on the TAR. The Wound Care nurse stated that if the treatment was not completed there would be a risk for infection and worsening of wounds.
An interview was conducted on August 6, 2021 at 10:45 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9). She stated that the hall nurse would maintain the treatments on wounds, pressure and non-pressure. Staff #9 stated that she would know that the treatment was completed by the nurse signing the treatment as complete on the TAR. She stated that if the care was not documented as completed on the administration record, the care was not done. The DON stated that if a resident refused the care, the staff should document the refusal. She stated that the risk of not completing the wound care for a resident was potential worsening wounds, new wounds, or infection. The DON stated that she had identified the issue of staff not signing off on completion of care on the MAR/TAR and that she would have to assume that the care was not given as she had no other way to show that it was.
The facility's policy on Skin Integrity Management dated June 1, 2021 revealed: The implementation of an individual patient's skin integrity management occurs within the care delivery process. The purpose included to provide safe and effective care to manage treatment and promote healing of all wounds. Identify patient's skin integrity status and need for prevention intervention or treatment modalities through review of all appropriate assessment information. Perform daily monitoring of wounds or dressings for presence of complications or declines and document. For surgical wounds, follow specific orders from the surgeon.
Review of the facility policy for nursing documentation dated June 1, 2021 revealed: Nursing documentation will follow the guidelines of good communication and be concise, clear, pertinent, and accurate based on the patient's condition, situation, and complexity. Documentation for subsequent and/or routine care and procedures may be completed by exception or the use of a checklist, flow charts, or other documentation tools. Nursing documentation will follow company policy and procedure and federal and state regulations. The purpose is to communicate the patient's status and provide complete, comprehensive, and accessible accounting of care and monitoring provided. Practice standards included: Documentation includes information about the patient's status, nursing assessments and interventions, expected outcomes, evaluation of the patient's outcomes, and response to nursing care; Timely entry of documentation must occur as soon as possible after the provision of care and in conformance with time frames for completion; The patient's record specifies what nursing interventions were performed by whom, when, and where; all patients information will be documented, scanned, or entered in the appropriate section of the clinical record following established guidelines.
Review of the facility policy for Clinical Record: Charting and Documentation revealed: The purpose is to provide a complete account of the patient's total stay from admission through discharge, provide information about the patient that will be used in developing a plan of care, and as a tool for measuring the quality of care provided to the patient. Chart pertinent changes in the patient's condition, reaction to treatment, medication, etc., as well as routine observations. Document treatments, medications, vital signs, and weights as required/requested.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #17 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included Unspecified Cerebral Palsy and Cervical Region...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** -Resident #17 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included Unspecified Cerebral Palsy and Cervical Region Spinal Stenosis.
Review of the clinical record revealed a document dated May 2, 2021 at 4:06 pm from another facility that stated the resident's weight was 140 pounds.
A physician's order dated May 18, 2021 included to weigh the resident every month starting May 19, 2021.
A bed rail evaluation with an effective date of May 18, 2021 revealed a place to document the resident's most recent weight. However, no weight was documented.
A Lift Transfer Reposition form with an effective date of May 18, 2021 revealed a place to document the resident's most recent weight. However, no weight was documented.
The admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS score of 15 indicating the resident had intact cognition. The assessment included the resident's weight was 140 pounds.
A nutritional assessment with an effective date of May 28, 2021 revealed the admission weight was pending and that the hospital weight was 140 pounds. The assessment included the dietician would continue to follow weights.
Continued review of the clinical record did not reveal any other weights as of August 2, 2021.
However, review of the clinical record after this revealed a weight of 160 pounds on July 13, 2021 at 3:34 pm and a weight of 141 pounds on August 3, 2021 at 3:52 pm on the Weights and Vitals Summary.
An interview was conducted with an LPN (staff #71) on August 4, 2021 at approximately 9:47 am. The LPN stated the CNA typically weighs the resident upon admission but that the nurse can weigh the resident also. She stated that if a resident requires two-person assistance to be weight, then two staff will weigh the resident. The LPN stated the weight would be documented in the electronic medical record.
An interview was conducted with the DON (staff #9) on August 4, 2021 at 12:21 pm, who stated residents need to be weighed upon admission depending on when the resident arrived. The DON stated the CNA typically weighs new admissions. Staff #9 stated that she did not know if there was an exact time frame allowed for weighing the resident but the sooner the better. The DON stated that she did not want the weight from a previous facility to be used as an admission weight because it could create inaccuracies. The DON also stated sometimes weights are documented in a binder kept by the RNA (Restorative Nursing Assistant) but that the weights need to be documented in the electronic medical record.
The facility's policy titled Weights and Heights revised June 1, 2021, revealed patients are weighed upon admission and/or re-admission, then weekly for four weeks and monthly thereafter. The policy further revealed additional weights may be obtained at the discretion of the interdisciplinary care team. The policy stated the purpose is to obtain baseline weight, identify significant weight change and to determine possible causes of significant weight change. The policy also included the hospital weight will not serve as an admission or re-admission weight.
-Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), dysphagia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorder and insomnia.
The baseline care plan dated June 9, 2021 revealed the resident was at nutritional risk as evidenced by the diagnoses hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, COPD, dysphagia, PSTD, alcohol dependence.
Review of the MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS score of 13 which indicated the resident's cognition was intact. The MDS assessment also revealed the resident had no swallowing disorder and no dental issues; and required limited one-person assistance with eating.
A physician order dated June 23, 2021 included to weigh the resident every day shift every Wednesday, Thursday for 4 weeks and every day shift every 1 month(s) starting on the 23rd for 28 day(s).
Review of the clinical record revealed the following weights:
June 8, 2021 - 152.8 pounds (lbs.) (Wheelchair)
June 17, 2021 - 143 lbs. (Wheelchair)
June 30, 2021 - 152.8 lbs. (Wheelchair)
July 5, 2021 - 167.2 lbs. (Standing)
July 24, 2021 - 163.2 lbs. (Wheelchair)
July 30, 2021 - 164.1 lbs. (Standing)
July 31, 2021 - 164.2 lbs. (Standing)
August 3, 2021 - 144 lbs. (Standing)
A review of the MAR and Treatment Administration Record (TAR) for June 2021 revealed the resident refused to be weighed on June 24, 2021.
Review of the MAR/TAR for July 2021 revealed no weights documented on July 8, 2021 and a check mark indicating weights were obtained on July 1, 7, 14 and 15, 2021.
However, review of the clinical record revealed no documentation of weights on July 1, 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2021.
A review of the CNA task for weights revealed no weights were documented.
An interview was conducted with a CNA (staff #68) on August 4, 2021 at 12:00 PM. She stated that most of the residents in the unit are weighed once a month. Staff #68 stated the nurses will tell the CNAs which residents need to be weighed. She stated sometimes the CNAs have not weighed residents because of being short-staff and residents requiring two persons assistance.
During an interview conducted with a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN/staff #44) on August 4, 2021 at 2:39 PM, she stated that she did not know about the weights not being done. She stated the nurses will tell the CNA know when a weight is needed. The LPN reviewed the resident's clinical record and stated that she was not at the facility in June 2021. She stated for July she was at the facility on July 7, 8 and 14, 2021 and it may have been her that made a mistake.
During an interview conducted with a CNA (staff #41) on August 5, 2021 at 1:05 PM, the CNA stated most of the residents get weighed two times a month. She stated the nurses tell the CNAs when a resident need to be weighed and that the nurse documents the weight.
During an interview conducted with another LPN (staff #20) on August 5, 2021 at 1:37 PM, she stated that residents are weighed according to the physician's order. She stated the nurses will tell the CNA which residents need to be weighed and the nurses will enter the weight in PCC (Point Click Care). She stated the order pops up in PCC for the nurses to enter the weight. The LPN further stated all weights entered can be viewed under weights and vitals in PCC.
An interview was conducted with the DON (staff #9) on August 5, 2021 at 3:00 PM. She stated that her expectation is for the staff to follow the physician's order for obtaining weights. The DON stated weights are documented in the weights/vitals tab in PCC. The DON also stated the CNAs document the weights in the weight book in the nurses' station. She further stated that all weights should be entered into PCC.
During an interview with an LPN (staff #71) on August 6, 2021 at 11:34 AM, the LPN stated the nurses will tell the CNA when a resident need to be weighed. The LPN stated the nurses will document the weight in PCC. She stated there is no weight book. She stated the CNAs write the weight on a piece of paper and gives it to the nurse who will enter the weight into PCC. The LPN also stated that other than the piece of paper, she was not aware of any other location the CNAs document weights. Staff #71 stated that if there are no weights in PCC for a resident on a day a weight was ordered, more than likely the weight was not obtained.
Based on clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure three of four sampled residents (#214, #33, and #17) were weighed per the physician's order. The deficient practice can result in residents' nutritional status not being monitored.
Findings include:
-Resident #214 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included type 2 diabetes with diabetic chronic kidney disease, dependence on renal dialysis, acquired absence of right leg above knee and end stage renal disease.
A care plan was initiated on July 19, 2021 that stated resident #214 was at nutritional risk due to end stage renal disease, diabetes, recent right above knee amputation and pressure ulcer on the sacrum. The goal was that the resident would maintain a stable weight. Interventions included monitoring unplanned weight loss/gain for changes in nutritional status.
The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] included the resident scored 14 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), indicating the resident was cognitively intact. The assessment included the resident had no swallowing disorder or dental issues, and required supervision while eating. It also included the resident was receiving dialysis.
A physician's order dated July 22, 2021 included to weigh the resident every day shift every Thursday for 4 weeks.
Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for July 2021 revealed the resident was away from the facility and could not be weighed on July 22, and included a check mark indicating the resident weight was obtained on July 29, 2021.
However, review of the clinical record revealed no documentation that a weight was recorded on July 29, 2021.
Further review of the clinical record revealed the only weight recorded for resident #214 was at admission on [DATE].
An interview was conducted with resident #214 on August 4, 2021 at 12:00 pm. The resident stated that he did not think anyone at the facility had weighed him since he was admitted . The resident stated he is weighed at the dialysis center on the days he receives dialysis, but no one from the facility has weighed him.
An interview was conducted on August 5, 2021 at 9:30 am with a certified nursing assistant (CNA/staff #16) who was working on the hall where resident #214's room was located. Staff #16 stated one of her responsibilities is to weigh the residents. She stated she is supposed to weigh most of the residents once a week. Staff #16 stated she will usually weigh a resident when she is assisting them with getting into bed. She stated she writes the weight down on a piece of paper and gives it to the nurse. Staff #16 stated that is the only place she documents the residents' weight.
An interview was conducted with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON/staff #64) on August 5, 2021 at approximately 10:15 am. Staff #64 stated the residents are weighed at admission and then weekly for 4 weeks. She stated that after 4 weeks, the residents are weighed monthly. She stated the resident's weight is documented in the chart, and it will be included on the MAR. Staff #64 stated that if there is a check mark on the MAR, it indicates that action was completed. The ADON stated if there was a check mark on the weights order on the MAR, the weight should be documented in the resident's chart.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 5, 2021 at 11:30 am. The DON stated newly admitted residents are weighed on admission and then weekly for 4 weeks. She stated some of the residents have separate orders for weights and are weighed according to those orders. Staff #9 stated the resident's weights are recorded in the chart and there is a weights book at the nursing station. The DON stated that she did not think resident #214's weight had been taken as ordered, or according to the facility policy.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on resident and staff interviews, facility documentation, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure there was sufficient nursing staff to meet the needs of the residents. This deficient p...
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Based on resident and staff interviews, facility documentation, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure there was sufficient nursing staff to meet the needs of the residents. This deficient practice results in resident needs not being met. The census was 66.
Findings include:
During the initial phase of the survey 9 out of 25 sampled residents identified concerns of not having enough nurses and CNAs (certified nursing assistants). One resident reported waiting up to 6 hours for help and that it was worse at nights but was bad all the time. Multiple residents stated call light response times were between 2 minutes to an hour. Another resident stated that they were left in a shower chair for 45 minutes waiting for their turn in the shower. One resident stated that they were only showered once weekly and some scheduled showers were missed all together. Several residents stated medications were sometimes given late and that they have received their every 4-hour medication two hours late. Another resident stated it may take 20 minutes to have their briefs changed at night, and until it is done they cannot relax and go to sleep. One resident stated their bed linen was not changed for 3 days. Another resident stated the facility was grossly understaffed, needed more people, and that expecting one CNA and one nurse to handle all residents is too much. Several residents stated the facility was short staffed including on the weekends, and that there may be two scheduled staff but there would only be one staff working to cover the entire station on the first and/or second floors. One resident stated that staff have told them there is not enough staff.
Review of the resident council minutes for June 2021 revealed residents concerns included the nursing staff should slow down and take time to explain things, pain medications should be administered on time and, when staff takes the linen is taken off the beds, the staff should remake the beds right after and not leave it for the next shift to finish.
The Facility Assessment updated on July 12, 2021 revealed their average daily census is 67. Per the assessment, the facility's staffing model was based on a budgeted HPPD (hours per patient day) for individual units. The nursing and/or direct care staff to resident ration was subject to change depending upon the increase in acuity needs and/or census changes. The assessment also included the facility had daily discussions on unit by unit staffing and that the unit managers provide updates on patient needs. With nursing leadership involved, the scheduler will make staffing adjustments.
Review of the resident council meeting minutes for July 2021 revealed the residents concerns included meals were late, it takes a long for staff to answer call lights, and medications need to be administered on time.
A resident council meeting was conducted on August 3, 2021 at 1:35 p.m. A resident reported that since there was only one nurse for the night shift, the resident's scheduled pain medication was administered almost 3 hours late. The residents stated there were not many staff and that there was one CNA for the entire floor at night so residents had to wait a long time (30-45 minutes) for assistance. The residents stated that they felt like they were on the staff's schedule. The residents also stated that if it takes too long for staff to answer the call light, they would call the nurse's station and the staff would just instruct them to turn their call light on.
During an interview conducted with a resident on August 4, 2021, the resident stated there was only one CNA on the evening and night shift for the whole floor. The resident stated that the resident has been left in a soiled brief for 45 minutes. The resident stated it has take staff over an hour to answer the resident's call light for assistance. The resident further stated the resident does not feel safe, so the resident keeps the phone close in case the resident needs to call 911.
An interview was conducted with a licensed practical nurse (LPN/staff #44) on August 2, 2021 at 9:50 a.m. The nurse stated that she does not think there is enough staff at the facility. She stated facility staffing was according to the census. The nurse stated since the census is low, there is only one nurse and one CNA working the unit/hall. She stated two stations share one CNA after the morning CNA leaves the shift.
An interview was conducted with an LPN (staff #69) on August 3, 2021 at 2:12 p.m. The LPN stated that it can be very hard at times, especially at night and on weekends. The LPN said there is usually only one nurse and one CNA covering Hall 1 and the Memory Unit and it can be very rushed.
In an interview conducted with a CNA (staff #16) on August 4, 2021 at 9:28 a.m., the CNA stated the facility was understaffed. She stated that the majority of the time, she has been by herself on a unit.
An interview was conducted with the administrator (staff #15) on August 4, 2021 at 11:34 a.m. She stated there had been a number of complaints about long call light wait times and that the complaints had been brought up in their March QAPI meeting. The administrator stated that she had been conducting periodic weekly audits on call light times. Staff #15 stated acceptable call light response time is 5-10 minutes and no more than 15 minutes. The administrator stated that when call light response time exceeds 10 minutes, education is provided to staff. She stated that it was her expectation that the facility has sufficient staffing to care for the residents.
An interview was conducted with a CNA (staff #16) on August 5, 2021 at 09:33 a.m. The CNA stated that she was working on the first floor which was her usual assignment. She stated that there was a nurse in the unit but she was the only CNA for the first floor and she had 29 residents to provide care for. The CNA stated she had 9 showers scheduled and that she probably will not be able to complete all of the showers which was not unusual. She stated residents are supposed to be showered at least twice a week but most only receive a shower once a week.
A review of the facility's policy titled Staffing/Center Plan revised on September 1, 2013 stated that the facility will provide qualified and appropriate staffing levels to meet the needs of the resident population and that the staffing will include all shifts, 7 days a week.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, facility documentation, clinical record review, staff interviews, policy review, and the manufacturer's instructions, the facility failed to ensure that quality control solution...
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Based on observations, facility documentation, clinical record review, staff interviews, policy review, and the manufacturer's instructions, the facility failed to ensure that quality control solution testing was consistently completed on a multi-use glucometer and failed to ensure the container for the glucometer test strips was dated when opened. The deficient practice could result in not being aware of glucometers that were not functioning properly which could result in inaccurate glucose levels for residents with diabetes.
Findings include:
-An observation of the medication cart (#1) on the memory care unit (station 3) was conducted on August 4, 2021 at 7:50 AM with a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #44). Review of the blood glucometer daily quality control logs for February 2021, March 2021, April 2021, and May 2021 revealed multiple days that there was not documentation that the daily glucometer control testing for accuracy was completed. The LPN stated that was the only binder for that unit and that the testing is done by the night shift. The LPN stated that she did not know why there were missing documentation and no logs after May 2021. Staff #44 further stated it may be due to staffing as there is only one nurse on the night shift.
Review of residents' clinical records revealed there were three residents on the memory care unit (station 3) with a diagnosis of diabetes with orders for fingerstick blood glucose monitoring.
In an interview conducted with an LPN (staff #71) on August 4, 2021 at 11:52 AM, the LPN stated station 3 has their own glucometer test log and the night shift is supposed to do glucometer control testing every night.
During an interview conducted with the Infection Preventionist (IP/staff #6) on August 4, 2021 at 12:45 PM, the IP stated that the glucometer control testing is a night shift task and that the testing is done every night.
-Another observation was conducted of station 3 medication cart on August 4, 2021 at 2:38 PM with staff #44. One glucometer test strips container was observed to not have an open date on it.
An interview was conducted with an LPN (staff #20) on August 5, 2021 at 1:37 PM, who stated glucometer control test is done every night by night shift. The LPN stated the test strip bottle is labeled with the open date so one knows when it was opened. She further stated that staff does not perform glucose control testing when a new bottle of glucose test strips is opened.
Another interview was conducted with staff #44 on August 5, 2021 at 2:49 PM, who stated that she did not know when the test strip bottle was opened. The LPN reviewed the logs for the glucometer testing and stated she was not able to say when the test strip bottle was opened. She stated there were two residents on blood sugar check on the unit.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 5, 2021 at 3:00 PM. The DON stated her expectation is that the night shift to perform glucometer control testing daily at night. She stated glucometer control testing should also be done after a new bottle of test strips is opened. The DON stated the test strip bottle should have the date it was opened on it and this should be reflected in the documentation on the glucometer log. She agreed that the glucometer control testing was not done on Station 3 unit. The DON stated there were only a few residents receiving fingerstick blood sugar tests but that she expected the staff to still test the glucometer daily.
The facility's policy titled Glucose Meter revised on November 1, 2019 stated to complete accuracy test according to manufacturer's instructions. The policy also stated to document testing on the blood glucose meter quality control results log and designated staff will audit quality control logs monthly for completion.
Review of the manufacturer's instructions for the glucometer provided by the facility revealed a control testing should be performed when using the meter for the first time and using a new bottle of glucose test strips. The instructions stated to run the control test to make sure the test strips and the meter are working together properly.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, staff interviews, and review of policy and procedures, the facility failed to ensure infection control standards were maintained during medication administration. The census was...
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Based on observations, staff interviews, and review of policy and procedures, the facility failed to ensure infection control standards were maintained during medication administration. The census was 66. The deficient practice could result in the transmission of infection.
Findings include:
-A medication administration observation was conducted on August 4, 2021 starting at 7:46 a.m. with a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #102).
At 7:54 a.m., the nurse was observed to use hand sanitizer at the cart then dispensed the medications for a resident. After entering the resident's room, the nurse handed the medication cup and water cup to the resident. After taking the medications, the resident handed the cups back to the nurse who disposed of the items. The nurse was not observed to perform hand hygiene after the medication administration.
At 8:00 a.m., the nurse dispensed the medication for another resident. The nurse was not observed to perform hand hygiene prior to dispensing the medications or before entering the resident's room. The nurse handed the medication cup to the resident who took the cup and spilled the medication onto his gown. The nurse then picked up the medication with her bare hand and placed the medication back into the medication cup. The nurse again offered the medication to the resident who told the nurse that he would take the medication with his meal. The nurse returned to the medication cart, covered the medication with a second medication cup, marked the medication with the resident information, and placed it in the medication cart. The nurse was not observed to perform hand hygiene after leaving the resident's room. The nurse stated she was going to check on the resident's meal tray and left the hallway. The nurse was not in sight for the entire time that she was off of the hall. The nurse returned with food items.
At 8:06 a.m., the nurse retrieved the medication cup that contained the resident's medication and then entered the resident's room with the medication and the food items. The nurse was not observed to perform hand hygiene prior to entering the resident's room. The nurse administered the resident the medications by putting the medication cup to the resident's mouth and the resident followed the administration with juice.
An interview was conducted on August 4, 2021 at 10:47 a.m. with the LPN (staff #102), who stated that she is supposed to sanitize her hands before and after each resident care/medication administration. She stated that hand hygiene was important to prevent cross contamination and nosocomial infections. Staff #102 also stated that if a medication was dropped and picked up by the nurse's bare hand, the medication would need to be discarded to prevent cross contamination. Staff #102 stated she administered the medication that dropped onto the resident's gown.
-A medication administration observation was conducted on August 4, 2021 starting at 8:24 a.m. with an LPN (staff #44).
At 8:30 a.m., the nurse was observed to prepare a resident's medication at the medication cart in the dining room. The nurse entered the resident's room and handed the medication cup and water cup to the resident. The resident took the medications, returned the cups to the nurse, and the nurse disposed of the cups.
At 8:40 a.m., the nurse dispensed the medication for another resident. The nurse took the medications to the resident's room and handed the medication cup and water cup to the resident. The nurse was observed to use the resident's silverware to cut up the resident's food and open the bananas on the meal tray. The resident handed the cups back to the nurse and the nurse disposed of the cups.
At 8:45 a.m., the nurse dispensed and administered medications to another resident.
At 8:50 a.m., the nurse dispensed the medication for a resident and placed the medication cup on the dining table. The resident took the medications and the nurse took the medication cup from the resident and disposed of it.
During this entire medication administration observation conducted on August 4, 2021 from 8:24 a.m. through 8:50 a.m., the LPN was not observed to perform hand hygiene before and after each resident medication administration.
An interview was conducted with the LPN (staff #44) on August 4, 2021 at 8:55 a.m. The LPN stated that she was supposed to wash her hands between residents and that she was laxed there. When asked about when a nurse needed to do hand hygiene during medication administration, the LPN replied by saying, You got me there; and that, she does not use hand sanitizer related to her eczema.
During an interview conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON/staff #9) on August 4, 2021 at 12:07 p.m., the DON stated hand hygiene should be done between each resident care. She stated that if a medication was dropped on any surface, the medication should be discarded and the nurse should go and get a new medication for the resident. She stated that administering a medication that had been dropped or handled by the nurse's bare hand was an infection control breach. The DON stated the purpose of infection control in medication administration was to prevent unclean things from being administered to residents. The DON stated stated that when the nurse did not dispose and replace the medication that was dropped and when staff did not perform hand hygiene between residents, the staff did not meet her expectation regarding infection control.
Review of the facility's policy for Hand Hygiene dated November 15, 2020 revealed adherence to hand hygiene practices is maintained by all center personnel. This includes hand washing with soap and water when hands are visibly soiled and after exposure to know or suspected Clostridioides difficile or infectious diarrhea (i.e., Norovirus), and the use of alcohol-based hand rubs for routine decontamination in clinical situations. The purpose is to improve hand hygiene practices and reduce the transmission of pathogenic microorganisms. The policy included to perform hand hygiene before resident care, before aseptic procedure, after any contact with blood or other body fluids, after resident care, and after contact with the resident's environment.
The facility's Medication Administration policy dated June 1, 2021 revealed a licensed nurse, medication technician, or medication aide, per state regulations, will administer medications to patients. Accepted standards of practice will be followed. The purpose is to provide safe, effective medication administration process. The policy provided did not include information regarding infection control/handling of medications.