Nexus at Columbia

253 BRADINGTON DRIVE, COLUMBIA, IL 62236 (618) 281-6800
For profit - Limited Liability company 119 Beds BRIA HEALTH SERVICES Data: November 2025 2 Immediate Jeopardy citations
Trust Grade
0/100
#590 of 665 in IL
Last Inspection: October 2024

Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.

Overview

Nexus at Columbia has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the quality of care provided. Ranking #590 out of 665 facilities in Illinois places them in the bottom half of the state, and they are the second-ranked facility in Monroe County, meaning only one local option is better. While the facility is improving, having reduced issues from 21 in 2024 to 9 in 2025, they still face serious challenges, evidenced by a concerning staffing rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a high turnover rate of 56%. The facility has also been fined a total of $108,557, which is average, but reflects ongoing compliance problems. Specific incidents include a failure to prevent verbal and physical abuse of a resident by a known visitor, and inadequate assistance for residents needing help with personal care, leading to feelings of distress and humiliation among some residents. Overall, while there are some signs of improvement, families should weigh these serious weaknesses against the facility's efforts to enhance care.

Trust Score
F
0/100
In Illinois
#590/665
Bottom 12%
Safety Record
High Risk
Review needed
Inspections
Getting Better
21 → 9 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
56% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
✓ Good
$108,557 in fines. Lower than most Illinois facilities. Relatively clean record.
Skilled Nurses
⚠ Watch
Each resident gets only 24 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Illinois. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
Violations
⚠ Watch
43 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Overall Rating
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Staff Levels
★★★☆☆
3.0
Care Quality
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2024: 21 issues
2025: 9 issues

The Good

  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in fire safety.

The Bad

1-Star Overall Rating

Below Illinois average (2.5)

Significant quality concerns identified by CMS

Staff Turnover: 56%

10pts above Illinois avg (46%)

Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity

Federal Fines: $108,557

Well above median ($33,413)

Significant penalties indicating serious issues

Chain: BRIA HEALTH SERVICES

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

Staff turnover is elevated (56%)

8 points above Illinois average of 48%

The Ugly 43 deficiencies on record

2 life-threatening 5 actual harm
Apr 2025 1 deficiency 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Resident Rights (Tag F0550)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the Facility failed to ensure residents wear treated in a dignified manner b...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the Facility failed to ensure residents wear treated in a dignified manner by providing timely toileting assistance and respecting the resident's right to a home-like environment for 2 of 6 residents (R1 and R4) reviewed for resident's rights in the sample of 6. This failure caused R1 to feel like V4 was mean to R1, resulting in R1 crying, and R4 feeling a little depressed. Findings include: 1. R1's Face Sheet, dated 4/23/2025, documents R1 has diagnoses including, but not limited to, Morbid Obesity, Need for Assistance with Personal Care, Weakness, Reduce Mobility, Depressive Disorder, and Anxiety Disorder. R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R1 is cognitively intact and is dependent of toileting hygiene. The Facility's CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Staffing Assignment, dated 4/20/2025, documents V4 and V11 were assigned to R1's hall. It further documents V9 and V10 were assigned to 200 hall. On 4/22/2025 at 7:30 PM, V16, R1's sister, stated, My sister (R1) is heavy set and in a wheelchair. She is unable to stand without the help of the CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistants) to use the bathroom. She has been in and out of the hospital and is very weak. Now they have to use the (mechanical lift) to use the bathroom. I think they think using the lift is too much work. (R1) is terrified to stand up because she's weak. They tell her, 'you're going to have to stand up and not use the hoyer lift'. (V4, CNA) told (R1) you're gonna have to wait (to use the bathroom) because I have to serve lunch soon. For the past 6 months, I've heard (V4) talk harshly to (R1), telling her she has to wait to use the bathroom. She gets frequent UTIs (Urinary Tract Infections). If she has to wait 15-20 minutes to use the bathroom, she's about ready to pee her pants. (V4) said to her (R1), 'How old are you?' and (R1) replies, 'I'm 58' and (V4) tells her, '[AGE] year olds don't cry'. There's a resident two doors down, whose family is there everyday. The family member was waiting for her mom to lay down. (V4) points to her watch and said, I have only have 20 minutes left of my shift, I'll take you, but I have to lay (another resident) down, then I'll do you (take her to the bathroom). Another CNA told (V4), 'You can do (R1) first' and (V4) replied, 'This is a 24 hour facility, the next shift can do her.' The other residents family member looked at me like, 'I'm sorry'. (R1) ended up wetting herself because they don't want to take the time with her since she's a (mechanical lift). (V4) talks down to (R1). I took my sister outside to vape, and another CNA came out and said, 'I'm sorry you had to go through that. Nobody has the right to say shut up and quit crying.' (V10, CNA) has complained to (V1) many times about (V4) being rude and bullying the residents. I talked to (V1) about (V4) not wanting to take care of (R1), and (V1) said she had a lot of complaints about (V4) this weekend. I told (V1) I wanted (R1) off that hall because (V4) is rude, crude, harsh, and has no heart for these people. I told (V1) I am scared for my sister on the weekends. I cringe when I walk in and see her and my sister is always upset. She has been moved. Her (R1's) whole demeaner changed. The problem started when (R1) came back from the hospital and is now a (mechanical lift). I've never had a problem with any other staff besides (V4). She never has to wait 30 minutes to use the bathroom or they (other CNAs) will explain that they have to change someone else and then will help (R1). Now that she's extra work (due to the mechanical lift), they don't want to help her. I just love my sister and want her taken care of. V16 stated R1 resided on 100 hall on 4/20/2025, but had been moved to another hall. On 4/23/2025 at 11:25 AM, R1 stated, She (V4) was mean to me. She went off on me. I told her I had to go to the bathroom at a quarter to two. She said she's not going to, and that the next shift would have to. She had plenty of time. (V1) took care of it. That's why I moved to 400 hall. I cried to my sister about it. On 4/23/2025 at 11:45 AM, V9, CNA stated, It was 20 minutes before lunch on a Sunday. I was in the dining room. The CNA (not sure of her name) was almost yelling saying (R1) would have to wait until after lunch to go to the bathroom. Kind of caused a scene. There were other residents sitting around. I would have handled it differently. I felt like she should have quit yelling, but I'm not going to tell an older lady what to do. I mind my own business because I am new. On 4/23/2025 at 1:21 PM, V11, CNA, stated, This past weekend there was an issue. It was about taking (R1) to the bathroom. (R1) was heading to the dining room and started going back towards her room. I asked her where she was going. She said she had to use the bathroom. I said, 'Alright, let me go get (V4)' because (R1) is a hoyer. I told (V4) and (V4) said, 'She's going to have to wait, we have to get the trays passed'. I said, 'Why don't we just take her, if she has to go, she has to go. Let's just do it. I don't want someone telling me I have to hold my pee or poop.' (R1) stopped my sister, (V10) and we (V10 and V11) took her and got it done. I am sure she wet herself, but that's not unusual for her. (V4) then said (R1) had to stay in bed. I said 'no, let's get her back up. It takes a whole 5 seconds.' We got her up and went on about the day. (V4) was just adamant about those trays, but which is more important? Is it wrong to make (R1) wait? I personally wouldn't make her wait. On 4/23/2025 at 12:04 PM, V3, Director of Nursing (DON) stated, I was on call over the weekend. The only thing I know is (V2) said (R1's) sister was upset with her being on that hall because (R1) was having difficulty transferring, and felt the CNAs weren't taking care of her. It is my expectation that if someone has to use the bathroom, you take them. On 4/24/2025 at 8:00 AM, V16 stated, I hate to use the word abuse, because that's a strong word. I just feel like they don't want to spend the time since she's (R1) a (mechanical lift). I feel like it's more of a dignity issue because she talks down to her. Abuse is too harsh. (R1) gets nervous to ask to go to the bathroom. (V4) should prioritize her tasks. Someone in a wheelchair who needs to use the bathroom should come before laying someone down. (V4) talks to (R1) like she's a kid. 2. R4's Face Sheet, dated 4/24/2025, documents R4 has diagnosis of, but not limited to, Depression and Anxiety. R4's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R4 is cognitively intact. On 4/23/2025 at 1 PM, R4 was noticeably nervous, reluctant to answer questions, but stated, I don't want to get anyone in trouble. (V4) hollers a little. She says I'm taking up too much space. When asked to clarify, R4 pointed at some of her personal belongings in her room, including an Easter basket. R4 then stated, I guess she's not meaning to be mean, but it makes me feel a little depressed. On 4/23/2025 at 11:32 PM, V10, CNA stated, I don't really know what went on. I just know (R1) and her sister (V16) were outside and (R1) told me all about it. She said she had to go to the bathroom and (V4) told her she had to wait. They were going on and on about how rude and mean (V4) is. She's just a big a** bully. It's (V4's) way or the highway, and it shouldn't be that way. We should treat them (residents) with respect. (R4) has had issues with (V4). (R4) has a staring problem. She's here for a reason. (V4) told her, 'Go on and mind your own business.' On 4/24/2025 at 10:32 AM, V3 stated it is absolutely the residents' rights to have personal belongings in their room and be provided timely bathroom assistance. V3 stated the incident between R1 and V4 should not have taken place in public in front of other residents due to dignity. The Facility's Resident Rights policy, dated 2/2024, documents, The objective of the accommodation of resident needs and preferences is to create an individualized, home-like environment to maintain and/or achieve independent functioning, dignity, and well-being to the extend possible in accordance with the resident's own needs and preferences. Responsibility: All staff. Policy: It is the facility's policy to identify and provide reasonable accommodation for resident needs and preferences except when it would endanger the health or safety of the resident or other residents. Residents have the right to retain and use personal possessions to promote a homelike environment and to support each resident in maintaining their independence. The facility will provide a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, allowing the resident to use his or her personal belongings to the extend possible.
Feb 2025 4 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Notification of Changes (Tag F0580)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify the Power of Attorney of medication changes for 1 of 3 (R5) residents reviewed for notification in a sample of 15. Findings include...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify the Power of Attorney of medication changes for 1 of 3 (R5) residents reviewed for notification in a sample of 15. Findings include: R5's Care Plan, dated 10/21/2023, documents PSYCHOTROPIC MEDS: (R5) requires the use of psychotropic medication, Risperidone to assist with managing mood and behavior related to DX (diagnosis) Huntington Disease; anxiety and metabolic encephalopathy. ANXIETY MEDS: (R5) requires the use of anxiety medication, Clonazepam and Ativan to assist with managing anxiety related to DX Huntington Disease; anxiety and metabolic encephalopathy. DEPRESSION MEDS: (R5) requires the use of depression medication, Fluoxetine and Mirtazapine to assist with managing depression related to DX Huntington Disease; anxiety and metabolic encephalopathy. R5's admission Record, not dated, lists Huntington's Disease as diagnosis. R5's Physician Order Sheet (POS), dated 11/09/24 Fluoxetine HCl Oral Tablet 20 MG (Fluoxetine HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for depression. 1/15/2025 Seroquel Oral Tablet 100 MG (Quetiapine Fumarate) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day related to HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE (G10) 12/29/2024 at 11:50 AM buspirone HCl Oral Tablet 10 MG (Buspirone HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth three times a day related to GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER (F41.1) R5's Medication Administration Record, dated January and February, documents R5 received these medications. R5's Progress Note, dated 2/5/2025 at 2:30 PM, Nurses Notes: Note Text: This nurse spoke with (V6) POA (Power of Attorney) and update given on risperidone and Seroquel and she is okay with the new orders. R5's Progress Note, dated 2/5/2025 at 3:52 PM, documents Nurses Notes: Note Text: This nurse called POA and consent received on new medication orders. No futher concerns noted at this time. On 2/10/2025 at 11:42 AM V6, R5 POA, stated she was notified last weekend of R5's new orders. V6 stated R5 was receiving medications prior to admission to facility. V6 stated she was not informed of risk versus benefits of the medication until this last week. V6 stated she did not know R5 was on the buspar, and this was the first time she had heard of it. On 2/10/2025 at 1:12 PM V18, Psychiatric Nurse, stated she was made aware by the family they were not aware that their loved one was on psych medication and had not given consent for the medication. On 2/20/2025 at 1:30 PM V2, Director of Nursing, stated she expects the nurses to notify the Power of Attorney of new orders. V2 stated the Nurse Practitioner puts their own orders in the system. V2 stated she is not sure if they notify families, but doubts it. V2 stated she expects the resident and/or family to be notified of new orders. The facility's Psychotropic program, dated 10/2024, documents, Guideline: 9. If a new order for psychotropic medication is obtained, the resident, resident's representative, or POA must be informed of the risks and benefits of the medication. The facility must obtain informed consent. If the family or resident's representative is not able to sign the consent at the time of the order, a verbal consent will be obtained by the nurse and documented on a psychotropic consent form until written consent can be obtained. This form will be part of the medical record.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0757 (Tag F0757)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to obtain consent for psychotropic medication for 1 of 3 (R5) residents reviewed for unneccessary medication in a sample of 15. Findings incl...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to obtain consent for psychotropic medication for 1 of 3 (R5) residents reviewed for unneccessary medication in a sample of 15. Findings include: R5's Care Plan, dated 10/21/2023, documents PSYCHOTROPIC MEDS: (R5) requires the use of psychotropic medication, Risperidone to assist with managing mood and behavior related to DX (diagnosis) Huntington Disease; anxiety and metabolic encephalopathy. ANXIETY MEDS: (R5) requires the use of anxiety medication, Clonazepam and Ativan to assist with managing anxiety related to DX Huntington Disease; anxiety and metabolic encephalopathy. DEPRESSION MEDS: (R5) requires the use of depression medication, Fluoxetine and Mirtazapine to assist with managing depression related to DX Huntington Disease; anxiety and metabolic encephalopathy. R5's admission Record, not dated, lists Huntington's Disease as diagnosis. R5's Physician Order Sheet (POS), dated 11/09/24, documents Fluoxetine HCl Oral Tablet 20 MG (Fluoxetine HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for depression. 1/15/2025 Seroquel Oral Tablet 100 MG (Quetiapine Fumarate) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day related to HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE (G10) 12/29/2024 at 11:50 AM buspirone HCl Oral Tablet 10 MG (Buspirone HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth three times a day related to GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER (F41.1) R5's Medication Administration Record, dated January and February, documents R5 received these medications. R5's Progress Note, dated 2/5/2025 at 2:30 PM, Nurses Notes: Note Text: This nurse spoke with (V6) POA (Power of Attorney) and update given on risperidone and Seroquel and she is okay with the new orders. R5's Progress Note, dated 2/5/2025 at 3:52 PM, documents Nurses Notes: Note Text: This nurse called POA and consent received on new medication orders. No futher concerns noted at this time. On 2/10/2025 at 11:42 AM, V6 stated she was notified last weekend of R5's new orders. V6 stated R5 was receiving medications prior to admission to facility. V6 stated she was not informed of risk versus benefits of the medication until this last week. V6 stated she did not know R5 was on the buspar, and this was the first time she had heard of it. On 2/10/2025 at 1:12 PM, V18, Psychiatric Nurse, stated she was made aware by the facmily they were not aware that their loved one was on psych medication and had not given consent for the medication. On 2/20/2025 at 1:30 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated she expects the staff to get consent for psychotropic medication before administration. V2 stated she has been at the facility for a short time. V2 stated there has been a problem with getting and finding the consents. V2 stated they are aware of the problem, and are working on fixing it. The facility's Psychotropic program, dated 10/2024, documents, Guideline: 9. If a new order for psychotropic medication is obtained, the resident, resident's representative, or POA must be informed of the risks and benefits of the medication. The facility must obtain informed consent. If the family or resident's representative is not able to sign the consent at the time of the order, a verbal consent will be obtained by the nurse and documented on a psychotropic consent form until written consent can be obtained. This form will be part of the medical record. 10. once consent is obtained, the order will be entered into the medical record and the diagnosis will be added to the diagnosis list.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

ADL Care (Tag F0677)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide showers for 4 of 4 (R1, R11, R12, R15) residents reviewed f...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide showers for 4 of 4 (R1, R11, R12, R15) residents reviewed for Activities of Daily living in a sample of 15. Findings include: The facility's Resident Council Minutes, dated 12/5/2025, documents 400 hall not getting showers. On 2/18/2025 at 2:50 PM Requested January's shower documentation. As of 2/19/2025 at 4:21 PM the facility had not provided any shower documentation for January. 1. The facility's 400 Hall Shower Sheet documents R1's scheduled showers are on Wednesday and Saturday, day shift. R1's Shower/Bathe task documents R1 received a shower on 1/25, 2/13 and 2/17/2025. On 2/1, 2/5, 2/8, and 2/15 documents not applicable. R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R1 is cognitively intact. On 2/10/2025 at 12:20 PM, R1 stated the shower room on 500 hall doesn't have heat and doesn't have hot water. R1 stated because of his size, he is not able to take a shower, because the 400 hall doesn't have a large enough equipment for him to take the shower. 2. The facility's 400 Hall Shower Sheet documents R11's scheduled showers were Monday and Thursday, day shift. R11's Shower/Bathe task documents R11 received a shower on 2/13, 2/17 and a bath on 2/10. It documents on 1/23, 1/27, 1/30, 2/3, 2/6, and 2/10, documents not applicable. R11's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R11 is moderately cognitively impaired and requires partial/moderate assist with showers/bath. 3. The facility's 500 Hall Shower Sheet documents R15's scheduled showers were Wednesday and Saturday, day shift. R15's Shower/Bathe task documents R15 received a shower on 2/17 and refused on 2/19/2025. It documents on 2/1, 2/5, 2/8, 2/12, and 2/15 not applicable. R15's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R15 requires Partial/moderate assist with shower/bathe. 4. The facility's 500 Hall Shower Sheet documents R12's scheduled showers were Monday and Thursday, day shift. R12's Shower/Bathe task does not document R10 received a shower from 1/20/25 to 2/17/2025. It documents on 1/20, 1/23, 1/27, 1/30, 2/3, 2/6, 2/10, 2/13, and 2/17 not applicable. R12's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R12 requires partial/moderate assistance with shower/bathe. On 2/18/2025 at 2:30 PM, V14, Regional Nurse, stated the staff document completed showers in the computer. V14 stated the bath and skin report sheet is a QA tool and are not required to use the tool. On 2/18/2025 at 2:55 PM, V15, Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA), stated they received their shower assignment at the beginning of the shift. V15 stated when the shower is completed, it is documented in the computer. V15 stated all completed showers are to be documented in the computer. V15 stated if its not documented, then it didn't occur. On 2/18/2025 at 2:57 PM, V17, CNA, stated the residents have scheduled shower days, and she gives her resident showers and documents on the shower sheet because she doesn't have charting ability. V17 stated she can't document in the computer. On 2/18/2025 at 3:00 PM, V16, CNA, stated she gives the showers per the schedule and when completed documents in the computer. On 2/20/2025 at 1:30 PM, V2 stated she was not aware of the shower room on 500 being boken. V2 stated the water was cold, and the other shower room was offered for showers. V2 stated she expects staff to utilize the other shower rooms for showers as scheduled and document it in the chart. V2 stated the showers are to be given as scheduled and as needed. V2 stated when the showers are completed or refused, the staff are to document it in the medical record. V2 stated if a resident refuses, she expects the staff to get a nurse or another staff to try as well so the resident can get a shower. V2 stated at times the residents will refuse all attempts, but that's ok, because the staff tried. The facility's Activities of Daily Living policy, dated 9/2024, documents, It is the practice of the facility to assist residents with bathing to maintain proper hygiene, stimulate circulation and help prevent skin issues as per current standards of practice. Policy Explanation and Compliance Guidelines: 1. Residents will be provided showers as per request or as per facility schedule protocols and based upon resident safety. 2. Partial baths may be given between regular shower schedules as per facility policy.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0804 (Tag F0804)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to serve food at a palatable temperature for 4 of 4 resi...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to serve food at a palatable temperature for 4 of 4 residents (R13, R14, R15, R1) in a sample of 15. Findings Include: The (facility) Grievance/Concern reporting form, dated 2/6/2025, documents Resident council concerns relates to dietary. The resident Council met on 2/6/25. Most concerns were dietary, or food related. 4. The wire racks with room trays does not keep the food warm. The food is cold when the resident receives it. Investigation: met with regional dietary manager bases and lids to keep food warm. On 2/18/2025 at 12:40 PM, hall trays were prepared. Each tray had a lid, but no base. The plate was placed directly on the tray that was placed on a wire cart. The hall cart left the kitchen at 12:45 PM and sat at the nurse's station. First tray removed 12:48 PM and completed at 12:53 PM. Temperature tested on sample plate from the metal hall cart. The pasta and ground beef mix temped at 126 degrees and the green beans temped at 120 degrees. 1. R13's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R13 is cognitively intact. On 2/10/2025 at 9:57 AM, R13 stated the food is cold when received. R13 stated the food is slightly warm at best. 2. R14's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R14 is cognitively intact. On 2/10/2025 at 10:00 AM, R14 stated the food is always cold, but you have to eat it. 3. R15's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R15 is cognitively intact. On 2/10/2025 at 10:15 AM, R15 stated, The food is cold when its delivered, and the staff don't warm it for you. By the time they answer the light, they are picking the tray up. 4. R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R1 is cognitively intact. On 2/10/2025 at 12:20 PM, R1 stated he was the president of resident council. R1 stated he has had multiple concerns voiced to him, and in resident council, of the food being cold. R1 stated the food on 400 and 500 come in an insulated cart, but the other halls have a wire cart, and the food is exposed. R1 stated this is an ongoing issue and have been discussed repeatedly, with no resolution. On 2/20/2025 at 1:33 PM, V23, Dietary Regional Manager, stated the food is held at temp on the steam table. V23 stated they are aware of the concerns regarding cold food. V23 stated they are in the process of purchasing insulated covers for the bottom of the plates. V23 stated they are not in yet, but are being ordered. V23 stated currently, they use a plate warmer and an insulated top. V23 stated when the trays go out on the wire carts they don't have any coverage, and depending how long it takes for the staff to serve, the tray will cause the temperature to drop. The facility's Food: Preparation, dated 2/2023, documents, 13. All foods will be held at appropriate temperatures, greater than 135 degrees Fahrenheit (or as stated regulations requires) for hot holding, and less than 41 degrees Fahrenheit for cold food holding.
Jan 2025 4 deficiencies 1 IJ
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to prevent resident verbal and physical abuse for 1 of 8 residents (R2...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to prevent resident verbal and physical abuse for 1 of 8 residents (R2) reviewed of abuse in a sample of 8. This failure resulted in an Immediate Jeopardy on 12/19/24, when V6, R2's brother, who was known to have a history of abusing R2, was allowed to have unsupervised visits with R2 and verbally abused her. Subsequently, on 12/29/24, V6 verbally and physically abused R2. Using a reasonable person concept, this would have caused psychosocial harm resulting in feelings of being unsafe, sadness, fear, and humiliation. The Immediate Jeopardy began on 12/19/24, when the facility failed to prevent V6 from verbally abusing R2 and implement interventions to prevent future abuse. On 12/29/24, V6 again verbally and physically abused R2. On 1/7/25, at 11:00 AM, V2, Assistant Administrator, and V3, Director of Nursing (DON), were notified of the Immediate Jeopardy. The surveyors confirmed by interview and record review, the Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 1/9/25, but remains at a level two because additional time is needed to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the in-service training. Findings include: R2's Face Sheet, undated, documents she has diagnoses of metabolic encephalopathy, severe protein-calories malnutrition, diabetes, dementia, schizoaffective bipolar disorder, severe intellectual disabilities, Down syndrome, and vascular dementia. R2's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documents resident is severely cognitively impaired with minimal hearing deficit. R2's MDS documents she requires substantial assistance with eating, and is dependent on staff for all other activities of daily living, (ADL's). R2's Care Plan, dated 12/21/24, documented R2 is at risk for abuse and neglect due to cognitive impairment and use of psychotropic medications. Care plan interventions include assuring resident is in a safe and secure environment. The goal is that staff will monitor well-being of others and R2 will have zero episodes of abuse and neglect throughout next review. On 4/19/24, the care plan documented V6 visitation is to occur only with window visits and phone visits supervised by staff. Also assess R2 for abuse and neglect upon admission and quarterly, assure resident that she is in a safe and secure environment with caring professionals, assure resident she is in a safe and secure environment with caring professionals, assure resident staff members are available to help, continue to in-service the staff about abuse and neglect, identify areas that put resident at risk, immediately report any episodes of unknown injury, abuse or change in R2's behavior for immediate intervention and review, monitor for any changes in behavior during and following V6 visits, observe the resident for signs of fear and insecurity during delivery of care. No further interventions regarding visits are documented in the care plan. Facility's initial report phoned to the state hotline documented, On 12/29/24 at 1 pm, (V6), (R2's) brother, came into the facility and beat (R2). (V6) put his hands on (R2's) face and said, 'hold your head up or I will break your f****** neck.' (V1, Administrator), called police and police stopped (V6). (V6) was suspended and cannot come into the building until the investigation is complete. V6 was previously banned, and this appears to be an ongoing issue was also documented on the intake investigation. R2's Progress Notes, dated 12/29/24 2:40 PM, documented by V8, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated it was reported to her by V7, LPN, that V5, Certified Nurse's Aide (CNA) had reported to her that V6 was feeding her lunch and yelled I will break your f****** neck. When V5 went into check on R2, V5 stated V6 had shoved R2's head. The note documented V1 and V3 were notified. R2's Progress Note on 12/29/24 at 2:47 PM, documented V5 reported to V8 that V6 was feeding R2 and yelled using profanity, and stated he would break her neck, and when V5 entered the room she stated she saw V6 shove her head. V5 then told V7. On 12/29/2024, a written witness statement was provided by V5, which documented on 12/29/24, around noon, she was sitting at the nurse's station across from the main dining room. V5 documented she overheard V6 yelling very angrily and aggressively. V5 heard V6 him say, I will break your f***** neck. V5 decided to check on R2, and as she walked into the doorway of R2's room, V6 had shoved R2's head up, leaving her hair ruffled. V5 asked R2 and V6 if everything was okay, and V6 said yes. V5 asked R2 and stated she did not respond. V5 told V6 that R2 had ate all her breakfast. V6 told V5 he had asked two aides if R2 had eaten. V5 told V6 she was on the hall, and he must have asked the wrong aide. V5 then walked away, and stated she reported it to the first nurse she saw, which was V8. On 12/31/24, at 2:45 PM, V5 stated she was sitting at the nurse's station, and she heard V6 yelling angrily about her f******* neck. V5 got up to see what was going on, and as she approached the doorway, V5 witnessed V6's hand coming off R2's head and R2's body coming back from the momentum, with her hair raised up from the physical placement of his hand. V5 stated V6 was pushing R2's head up very abruptly. V5 stated when she approached the doorway, V6 looked at her and didn't say anything. V5 stated V5 immediately went into de-escalation mode. V5 told V6 that R2 had eaten all her breakfast this morning, and it had taken her a long time to do so. V5 added R2 didn't finish breakfast until 9:30 am or so. Since it was around 12:00 pm, V5 explained to V6 it hadn't been that long since R2 had eaten, and that she might not be hungry. V6 replied he had already asked two nursing assistants how she had eaten, and that they did not know. V5 stated she told V6 he had asked the wrong CNAs, since she was the CNA assigned to R2. V5 did not notice any redness on her head, but she did state it was an aggressive shove. V5 added no one should be talking to any resident like this. V5 stated V6 always yells when he talks to her, but this time his tone was out of his norm. V5 stated after this occurred, V6 stayed about an additional 20 - 30 minutes. V6 returned after he had initially left because he had left behind his phone on R2's table. V5 stated the next thing she knew, she was talking to the police officer. V5 stated she has also heard V6 talk derogatory to some of the nurses. About 3-4 months ago, V5 was walking out of the facility and V6 had said to his dog, see that white woman there - get her. V5 stated V6 is known for saying out of line things. V5 stated V1, Administrator, has not contacted her. V5 stated she did write out a statement of the incident like she was asked. V5 stated she has not spoken with any of the management directly. On 12/30/24 at 12:55 PM, V1, Administrator, stated she called the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) hotline and reported the allegation of abuse against R2 by her brother, V6. V1 stated she is still investigating the allegation, and has banned V6 from the facility pending the investigation results. V1 presented a written statement by V5 dated 12/29/24. On 12/30/24 at 1:15 PM, R1 was asked if he ever heard yelling coming from R2's room. He stated R2 yells all night. When R1 was asked if he had ever heard any male voices yelling, he stated that her brother, (V6), yells all the time. R1 stated V6 will yell at R2 to take a bite and to shut the f*** up. R1 stated V6 usually visits R2 at least daily around a mealtime. R1's room is located next to R2's room, on the same side of the hallway. On 12/30/24 at 3:00 PM, V9, CNA, stated V6 has been visiting in the facility without restrictions for at least the past 3 months. V9 stated she has heard V6 yell and curse at R2 in the past, even prior to the abuse that was reported by the paramedic in April of this year. V9 stated she has not worked R2's hall for several months, so she has not recently witnessed V6 interacting with R2. V9 stated she has not issues getting R2 to eat, and she verbally cues R2 to keep her head up, and R2 complies. On 12/30/24 at 3:00 PM, V11, LPN, stated, The facility kept (V6) out of the facility for about 3-4 weeks back in the spring, when the ambulance people witnessed him abusing her, then the facility implemented supervised visits for a while. V11 stated she does not know what interventions have been in place to keep R2 safe when V6 visits, since the supervised visits stopped, and he was allowed to be anywhere throughout the building. On 12/20/24 at 3:21 PM, V4, MDS Coordinator, stated she has worked for the facility for about 2.5 years. V4 stated V6 is allowed to visit anywhere in the facility. V4 added there have been so many incidents with (V6). She receives reports on how V6 talks to R2 and to the staff. V6 is also known to make racial and sexual remarks to staff. V4 stated R2 has spoken with V1, facility owner, and facility lawyers. V4 stated there are no interventions in place to keep R2 safe. V4 stated the previous Administrator had left in August or September. V4 stated R2's current care plan does document the interventions that were put into place in April of this year, after R2's brother, V6, did abuse R2. These interventions document V6 can only visit through R2's window or on the phone with staff supervision. On 12/30/24 at 3:30 PM, V2, Assistant Administrator, stated the facility owner had talked to V6. V2 was unable to remember which of the owners it was. V2 stated V6 had supervised visits with R2 in the conference room, but she would have to ask an owner when these visits started and stopped. V2 stated after there had been no behaviors from V6 during the supervised visits, it was agreed to let him visit in R2's room unsupervised sometime after August. V2 was unaware the previous abuse claim from April 2024 was substantiated. On 12/30/24 at 3:40 PM, V1 was asked when V6 was allowed back in the facility. V1 stated she wasn't sure, but she thought there was a reassessment done due to R2 declining. V1 stated R2 would call out for her bubba. V1 added she would have expected the change in visit status would have been entered on the care plan. On 12/31/24 at 8:17 AM, V13, CNA stated V6 is very aggressive with R2, and he bangs his hands on R2's table. V13 stated V6 curses all the time at R2, and she heard V6 tell R2 to shut the f*** up a couple of weeks ago, and her partner V17, CNA, said she was reporting the incident to management. V13 stated she has no issues getting R2 to eat, she verbally cues her to hold her head up, and sometimes with help her lift her chin. On 12/31/24 at 9:15 PM, V14, police officer, returned call. He stated there are no reports generated from the 12/29/24 police visit to the facility. V14 checked the CAD (computer aided dispatch) program, and stated on 12/29/24 at 1:40 PM, they received a call from V1, and the reason was described as a welfare check. V14 reviewed the visiting officers' notes, which stated no crime appeared to have occurred. There were no witnesses beside the CNA, who reported the incident, and she did not observe any physical contact. The officer observed R2 while V5 was present, and did not see any signs of injur,y and attempted to talk with R2 to the best that her baseline status allowed. V14 added they had dealt with V6 in the past when he had trespassed in the facility. V1 had told police officer V6 was only allowed to drop off food at the nurse's station. V6 received a trespass warning, which involves that he is not permitted to return to the facility, or he will receive criminal charges. V14 stated he reviewed V6's record and found no criminal charges within the county, other than a few traffic citations. V14 stated V6 is hot headed and has an opinion that he will let you know about. V14 stated there was an incident on 5/4/23, which was a domestic report when he pushed the Administrator, and on 5/19/24, a battery report that V6 slapped R2's arm. States Attorney declined to file charges. On 12/31/24 at 9:47 AM, V2, Assistant Administrator/former facility Administrator, stated she went through her emails and texts last night, and she created a timeline of events regarding R2 and V6's issues. V2 stated the facility does not have any interdisciplinary team (IDT) notes, nor documentation in R2's chart. V2 stated she put together a soft file, with a timeline from her texts and emails, regarding enhanced visitation for R2 and V6. This documented that on 8/2/24, V6 had been calling up to the facility asking when he is allowed to come in and see his sister. Corporate team agreed to supervised visits. On 8/4/24, V6 was in the parking lot with a police officer, and it was decided V6 could have supervised visits for 2 weeks in the conference room, with V2 present for breakfast and lunch and reassess in 2 weeks. On 8/19/24, it was decided there were no issues with the supervised visits, and V6 could come back into the facility to assist R2 with feeding all meals. On 8/20/24, visits were permitted in R2's private room. On 12/31/24 at 9:53 AM, V1 stated the maintenance people came to her a couple of weeks ago and reported they witnessed V6 tell R2 to shut the f*** up. V1 stated that she did not report it. V1 just went and talked to R2 about it, and asked her how she was feeling. On 12/31/24 at 10:15 AM V15, Maintenance, stated on 12/19/24 around 1 PM, V15 and V16, maintenance, heard someone yelling very loudly. We saw (V6) was in (R2's) face screaming and telling her to 'shut the f*** up.' V15 reported this to V1. V15 stated became very clear to him that the proper steps were not going to be taken. V15 added, There are people that do their job, and those that don't. (V1) had a very laid-back attitude. I immediately told (V1), and she did not report it to the state. We care for the residents. I pulled (V6) out of (R2's) room, and took (V6) to the conference room, and told him that if I heard that again he would never come in the facility again. V15 stated he has heard V6 saying sexual and vulgar comments to staff. V15 added, (V6) makes our staff feel very uncomfortable. V16 agreed with all the statements provided by V15. On 12/31/24 at 10:37 AM, V1 reported to surveyors she was suspended, and any further questions should be directed toward V2. V1 stated she is leaving because she has been suspended for not reporting the allegation of abuse the maintenance men reported to her a couple of weeks ago about V6 verbally abusing R2. 12/31/24 10:52 AM, V2 stated she started back here in July. V2 stated V6 called nonstop, wanting to visit R2. The nurses stated R2 was not eating and crying out all the time. V2 called her boss, and her boss stated they would discuss supervise visits. In the meantime, V6 came to the facility on a Sunday (she is not sure of date but sometime in August) with a police officer demanding to come in. V2 stated she called her bosses and told them what was happening. V2 stated her bosses said to allow (V6) to visit Monday - Friday, with administration present. (V6) came to feed R2 breakfast and lunch, and was well behaved for those two weeks. (V6) then requested to visit in (R2's) room. The bosses stated to go ahead and allow him back in her room. This occurred around August 20th. No precautions were put into place other than staff were told to keep an eye on (V6 )with R2 from the hallway when they passed by. On 12/31/24 at 11:00 AM, V3, Director of Nursing, stated V6 can be a problem for other people. She added staff don't like him. V3 stated at a previous survey with federal surveyors, V6 yelled and cussed when V3 had to cut the belt off R2's wheelchair tray so it would not be considered a restraint. V3 has not witnessed V6 speaking abusively to R2, but she has witnessed him talk inappropriately to the staff. On 12/31/24 at 11:23 AM, V17, CNA, stated she did witness V6 tell R2 to shut the f**k up a couple of weeks ago. V17 stated she did not remember the exact date. V17 stated she reported it to an agency nurse, whose name she does not recall her. This agency nurse replied that V6 does this all the time. V17 stated she has witnessed V6 cursing and yelling at R2 ongoing for a long time, and management is aware, but nothing is ever done about it. On 1/2/25 at 2:05 PM, V2 stated there has not been any investigation started regarding the verbal abuse allegations against V6 in the middle of December reported by two CNAs, V13 and V17. Abuse Policy and prevention program, dated 10/2022, documented the facility affirms the right of the residents to be free from abuse and neglect. To do so, the facility has attempted to establish a resident sensitive and resident secure environment. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse and neglect. As part of the resident's life history on the admission assessment, comprehensive care plan and MDS assessments, staff will identify residents with increased vulnerability for abuse and neglect who have needs that might lead to conflict. Staff will continue to monitor the goals and approaches on a regular basis and update as necessary. Employees are required to report any incident, allegation, or suspicion of potential abuse, or neglect they observe, hear about, or suspect to the administrator immediately, to an immediate supervisor who must then immediately report it to the administrator. The nursing staff is responsible for reporting the appearance of suspicious bruises as soon as it is discovered. The report is to be documented on a facility incident report and provided to the nursing supervisor or designated individual. Following the discovery of any suspicious bruises, the nurse shall complete a full of the resident for other bruises. Accused individuals not employed by the facility will be denied unsupervised access to the residents while the investigation. If classified as an injury of unknown source, the person gathering facts will document the injury the location and time it was observed, any treatment given and notification of the resident's physician, responsible party. The Department of Public Health will be notified. The investigator will report the conclusions of the investigation in writing to the administrator within five working days of the reported incident. The final investigation report shall contain the resident information, the original allegation, the alleged perpetrator, witnesses to the occurrence, circumstances surrounding the occurrence, facts determined during the process of the investigation, review of medical record and interview of witnesses, conclusion of the investigation based on known facts. The Immediate Jeopardy that began on 12/19/24 was removed on 1/9/2025, when the facility took the following actions to remove the immediacy: 1. The affected resident corrective actions: Residents: A. The administrator initiated the abuse investigation. B. To ensure the safety and well-being of R2, the DON (Director of nursing) completed an assessment on 12/30/24. The result of the assessment was documented in the resident's EHR (electronic health records), and the attending physician will be notified. C. The following actions were taken to prevent alleged aggressor from perpetrating additional abusive behaviors. a. Visitor was banned from visitation pending investigation. b. Police were notified of incident. c. Interdisciplinary team (IDT) will review and revise R2's care plan and implement interventions to ensure R2's safety. d. The care plan review and revision were completed by the DON/MDS (minimum data set) Nurse on 1/2/25. D. All residents have the potential to be affected by the alleged deficiency. 2. Immediate Actions: Initiated on 1/7/2025. The facility took the following immediate actions to address the citations and prevent any additional residents from suffering an adverse outcome. A. Administrator and DON education. RNC/designee will provide training to administrator and DON. The training will include buy not limited to following: a. Abuse prevention. b. Allegation of abuse checklist c. Reporting abuse within required timeframe d. Completing investigation per policy and protocols e. Reporting and investigation injuries of unknown origin f. Immediate action to ensure all potential abuse allegations are identified, reported, and investigated as abuse to safeguard the residents' safety. g. Protection of residents from further abuse from alleged perpetrators. B. Staff Education - the administrator will provide training to all staff. The training will include but not limited to the following: a. Abuse prevention including identification of the Abuse Coordinator b. Reporting abuse allegations to the administrator c. Abuse investigation procedures and documentation process. d. Reporting and investigation of injuries of unknow origin e. Immediate action to ensure all potential abuse allegations are identified, reported to the administrator to safeguard the residents' safety. f. Protection of residents from further abuse from alleged perpetrator C. The training will be started on 1/2/2025. D. All staff who are not available and/or currently on vacation will also receive the same education upon their return to work. The administrator will provide the same training. E. The facility will provide similar training to the agency staff. F. Residents were interviewed to identify if they felt safe and/or if they have experience verbal or physical abuse while living in this facility. No concerns were identified. G. Care plan meetings. The IDT will review care plans at least quarterly and as needed. H. As part of monitoring, the Administrator will monitor through facility audit tools five staff members daily for one week and then weekly x4 weeks to ensure any allegations of abuse are reported to the abuse coordinator and investigated and reported to organizations.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to report an injury of unknown origin and allegations of abuse to the ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to report an injury of unknown origin and allegations of abuse to the Administrator and Illinois Department of Public Health for 2 of 4 residents (R2, R8) reviewed for abuse in a sample of 8. Findings include: 1. R2's Face Sheet documented R2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of metabolic encephalopathy, severe protein-calories malnutrition, diabetes, dysphagia, dementia, schizoaffective bipolar disorder, wedge compression fracture of the third lumbar vertebra, severe intellectual disabilities, hyperlipidemia, rheumatoid arthritis, heart failure, osteoporosis, Down syndrome, vascular dementia, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. R2's Minimum Data Set, MDS, dated [DATE], documented R2 is severely cognitively impaired with minimal hearing deficit. She requires substantial assistance with eating and is dependent on staff for all other activities of daily living, (ADL's). R2's Care Plan, dated 12/21/24, documented R2 is at risk for abuse and neglect due to cognitive impairment and use of psychotropic medications. The Care Plan also documented, (R2) exhibits a very strong bond with (V6, R2's Family), and growing up, tough love was shown in their home to ensure (R2)'s needs were met. Interventions added include assuring resident is in a safe and secure environment. The goal is that Staff will monitor well-being of others and R2 will have zero episodes of abuse and neglect throughout next review. Interventions include that on 4/11/24 V6 visitation was suspended. On 4/19/24 V6 visitation is to occur only with window visits and phone visits supervised by staff. Also assess R2 for abuse and neglect upon admission and quarterly, assure resident that she is in a safe and secure environment with caring professionals, assure resident that she is in a safe and secure environment with caring professionals, assure resident that staff members are available to help, continue to in-service the staff about abuse and neglect, identify areas that put resident at risk, immediately report any episodes of unknown injury, abuse or change in R2's behavior for immediate intervention and review, monitor for any changes in behavior during and following V6 visits, observe the resident for signs of fear and insecurity during delivery of care. R2's progress note, dated 10/2/24 at 10:14 AM, documented, This writer was notified by CNA (Certified Nurse's Aide) that while performing morning care, she noticed a 3x3 cm bruise on pt (patient's) L (left) upper arm. CNA notified this writer. This writer evaluated the bruise of unknown origin. This writer asked pt if they were in any pain. Pt is AXO (alert and oriented) 1-2 and did not express any pain verbally nor using facial grimace with this writer apply stimuli to the area. This writer assessed pt v/s (vital signs), all v/s are WNL (within normal limits). It continues, This writer notified family and facility NP (Nurse Practitioner) of bruise of unknown origin. R2's Incident Report, dated 10/2/24, documented incident description: bruise of unknown origin, resident unable to give description. It continues, IDT (Interdisciplinary Team) meeting to discuss bruising to arm from 10/2/24. Resident is alert with confusion, severely cognitively impaired. Resident requires substantial to max assist with ADLs (activities of daily living) and transfers. Brother, V6, helps with resident care frequently. Incontinent of bowel and bladder. RCA (root cause analysis): bruise located to upper arm believe to be from transfer. All previously care planned interventions in place, adding monitor bruise until healed. Continue to encourage use of wheelchair. All parties agree with plan of care. Care plan reviewed and updated. On 1/2/24 at 10:02 AM, V3, Director of Nursing, stated the facility did not report R2's bruises of unknown origin that was documented on 10/2/24. V3 stated it was on R2's care plan that R2 frequently had bruising on her arms. V3 stated she did not investigate the bruises of unknown origin, and she just determined the bruises were from a transfer because of the location of the bruising. V3 stated she did not interview any employees regarding R2's bruises of unknown origin, and the facility does not have any investigation documentation of R2's bruises that were documented in her EMR (Electronic Medical Record) on 10/2/24. On 12/31/24 at 8:17 AM, V13, CNA, stated R2's brother, V6, is very aggressive with R2 and V6 bangs his hands on R2's lap tray. V13 stated V6 curses at R2 all the time and she heard V6 tell R2 to shut the f*** up a couple of weeks ago. V13 stated she did not report the incident to anyone because her partner, V17, said she was reporting the incident to management. On 12/31/24 at 11:23 AM, V17, CNA, stated she did witness R2's brother V6 tell R2 to shut the f*** up a couple of weeks ago. V17 stated she reported the incident to a nurse, but cannot recall the nurses name because she was an agency nurse. V17 stated the nurse replied, he does this all the time. V17 added she has witnessed V6 cursing and yelling at R2 ongoing for a long time, and management is aware, but nothing is ever done about it. On 12/31/24 at 9:53 AM ,V1, Administrator, was asked if the facility had any abuse investigations for R2 from a couple of weeks ago, and V1 replied, The maintenance people came to me a couple of weeks ago and reported they witnessed (V6) tell (R2) to 'shut the f*** up.' I did not report it nor investigate it. I just went and talked to (V6) about it. I should have reported it. On 12/31/24 at 10:15 AM, V15, Maintenance Director, stated, On 12/19/24 around 1 PM (V16, Maintenance Assistant), and I heard someone yelling very loudly. We saw (V6, R2's brother), was in (R2's) face screaming and telling her to 'shut the f*** up.' I reported this to (V1, Administrator), and it became very clear to me that the proper steps were not going to be taken. There are people that do their job and those that don't. (V1) had a very laid-back attitude. V15 stated he pulled V6 out of R2's room and took V6 to the conference room along with his assistant V16, and he told V6 if he ever sees that again, he (V6) will never come into the facility again. V16, Maintenance Assistant, was present during this interview, and V16 stated he also witnessed V6 screaming at R2 and telling R2 to shut the f*** up. On 12/31/24 at 10:37 AM, V1 stated, I am leaving because I have been suspended for not reporting the allegation of abuse the maintenance men reported to me a couple of weeks ago. On 1/2/25 at 11:20 AM, V19, Regional Director of Operations, was asked if she expects the facility to investigate bruises of unknown origin, and V19 replied, I would have to look at our policy. V19 then stated, We would expect the Administrator to report abuse. (R2's) care plan does say 'tough love', we know this individual (V6) and have talked to him several times. V2 and V19 stated they do not know if the allegation witnessed by V13 and V17 was ever reported or investigated. 2. R8's Face Sheet, undated, documented R8 has diagnoses of cerebral infarction with hemiplegia, altered mental status, epilepsy, delusional disorder, unspecified visual loss, unspecified hearing loss, anxiety disorder, and bipolar disorder. R8's MDS, dated [DATE], documented R8 is moderately cognitively impaired. The facility's initial incident report to IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health), dated 1/8/25 at 9:00 AM, documented V25, LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) stated he wanted moved off 400- hall. He could not work with R8 any longer. V25 stated he went to R8's room because R8 was yelling out, she asked me why V25 gave her two Imodium tablets. V25 said he informed R8 that he was not her nurse currently, and he did not give her any medication. V25 stated R8 went on to say to V25, What did you think you were doing when you rubbed your dick all over my face. V25 asked R8 why she would say that, and she repeated her statement. V25 went on to say he left R8's room and did not go back in there for the remainder of his shift. V25's emailed statement, dated 1/8/25 at 9:27 AM, documented, Went to resident's room (R8) because she was yelling out and being disruptive. When I went into this resident's room to ask why she was yelling out, she asked me why I gave her two Imodium tablets. I informed her that I was not her nurse currently and I did not give her any medication. (R8) then went on to say '(V25) what did you think you were doing when you rubbed your d*** all over my face.' I asked her why she would say that she repeated her statement, so I then left this resident's room and did not go back in there for the remainder of my shift. I reported this incident to the nursing director. On 1/9/25 at 1:40 PM, V3, Director of Nursing, stated V25 worked the night shift of 1/7/25, and V25 called her on his way home after his shift on the morning of 1/8/25 to let her know what R8 was saying about him, because V25 was upset. V3 stated V25 told her R8 was saying things that were inappropriate. V3 stated she did not ask V25 what time R8 made the allegation during his shift. V3 stated she did not think V25 immediately reported the statement by R8 because he didn't feel like he had done any abuse; he V25 felt like he was being abused. On 1/9/25 at 3:29 PM, V25 stated on Tuesday night (1/7/25) around 7-8 PM, R8 requested to see V25 and that R8 asked him why he had given her an Imodium, and that he explained to R8 that he was not her nurse. V25 stated R8 then stated to him what did you think you were doing when you put your d*** all over my face. V25 stated he felt like the victim at this time. V25 stated initially he didn't think R8's accusations appeared serious, but when R8 was continuing discussing it the next morning, he thought he should call management. V25 stated V3, DON, was not in the building when he left, so he called her on the phone somewhere between 8-9 AM on 1/8/25. On 1/13/25 at 8:53 AM, V2, Assistant Administrator, stated per the facility abuse policy, V25 should have immediately reported R8's abuse allegations to management. The facility's Abuse Policy and Prevention Program, dated 10/2022, documented the facility affirms the right of the residents to be free from abuse and neglect. To do so, the facility has attempted to establish a resident sensitive and resident secure environment. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse and neglect. As part of the resident's life history on the admission assessment, comprehensive care plan and MDS assessments, staff will identify residents with increased vulnerability for abuse and neglect who have needs that might lead to conflict. Staff will continue to monitor the goals and approaches on a regular basis and update as necessary. Employees are required to report any incident, allegation, or suspicion of potential abuse, or neglect they observe, hear about, or suspect to the administrator immediately, to an immediate supervisor who must then immediately report it to the administrator. The nursing staff is responsible for reporting the appearance of suspicious bruises as soon as it is discovered. The report is to be documented on a facility incident report and provided to the nursing supervisor or designated individual. Following the discovery of any suspicious bruises, the nurse shall complete a full of the resident for other bruises. Accused individuals not employed by the facility will be denied unsupervised access to the residents while the investigation. If classified as an injury of unknown source, the person gathering facts will document the injury the location and time it was observed, any treatment given and notification of the resident's physician, responsible party. The Department of Public Health will be notified. The investigator will report the conclusions of the investigation in writing to the administrator within five working days of the reported incident. The final investigation report shall contain the resident information, the original allegation, the alleged perpetrator, witnesses to the occurrence, circumstances surrounding the occurrence, facts determined during the process of the investigation, review of medical record and interview of witnesses, conclusion of the investigation based on known facts.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Investigate Abuse (Tag F0610)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to investigate allegations of verbal abuse and injury of unknown orig...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to investigate allegations of verbal abuse and injury of unknown origin for one of 4 residents (R2) reviewed for investigation of abuse in the sample of 8. Findings include: R2's Face Sheet, undated, documents R2 has diagnoses of diagnoses of metabolic encephalopathy, severe protein-calories malnutrition, dementia, schizoaffective bipolar disorder, severe intellectual disabilities, Down syndrome, and vascular dementia. R2's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents resident is severely cognitively impaired with minimal hearing deficit. R2's MDS documents she requires substantial assistance with eating and is dependent on staff for all other activities of daily living (ADL's). R2's Progress noted, dated 10/2/24 at 10:23 AM, documents V20, Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, was notified by V17, CNA, that while performing morning care, she noticed a 3x3cemtmeter (cm) bruise on R2's left upper arm. V17 notified V20 who evaluated the bruise of unknown origin. V20 asked R2 if she was in any pain. R2 is alert and oriented to person and did not express any pain verbally nor using facial grimace when V20 applied stimuli to the area. V20 notified family and facility Nurse Practitioner (NP) of bruise of unknown origin. Incident report, dated 10/2/24, documented an interdisciplinary (IDT) meeting was formed to discuss bruising to the arm. The root cause analysis (RCA) was the bruise located to the upper arm is believed to be from transfer. R2's Care Plan, dated 12/21/24, documented R2 is at risk for abuse and neglect due to cognitive impairment and use of psychotropic medications. The Care Plan also documents, (R2) exhibits a very strong bond with (V6), (R2's Family), and growing up, tough love was shown in their home to ensure (R2's) needs were met. Interventions added include assuring resident is in a safe and secure environment. The goal is that staff will monitor well-being of others and R2 will have zero episodes of abuse and neglect throughout next review. Interventions include that on 4/11/24, V6's visitation was suspended. On 4/19/24, V6 visitation is to occur only with window visits and phone visits supervised by staff. Also assess R2 for abuse and neglect upon admission and quarterly, assure resident that she is in a safe and secure environment with caring professionals, assure resident that she is in a safe and secure environment with caring professionals, assure resident that staff members are available to help, continue to in-service the staff about abuse and neglect, identify areas that put resident at risk, immediately report any episodes of unknown injury, abuse or change in R2's behavior for immediate intervention and review, monitor for any changes in behavior during and following V6 visits, observe the resident for signs of fear and insecurity during delivery of care. On 12/31/24 at 9:53 AM, V1, Administrator, stated V15, Maintenance, and V16, Maintenance, came to her a couple of weeks ago and reported they witnessed V6 tell R2 to shut the f*** up, and V1 stated she did not report it. V1 just went and talked to V6 about it, and saw that she (R2) was okay. On 12/31/24 at 10:15 AM, V15 stated on 12/19/24 around 1 PM, V15 and V16, heard someone yelling very loudly. V15 stated, We saw (V6) was in (R2's) face screaming and telling her to 'shut the f*** up.' V15 stated he reported this to V1. V15 stated it became very clear to him that the proper steps were not going to be taken. V15 added, There are people that do their job and those that don't. (V1) has a very laid-back attitude. V15 had immediately told V1, and she did not report it to the state. V15 stated they care for these residents. V15 stated he then pulled V6 out of R2's room and took to the conference room. He told him that if he heard him talk to her like that again, V15 would make sure V6 never come into the facility again. V15 stated he has also heard V6 saying sexual and vulgar comments to staff. V15 stated, He makes our staff feel very uncomfortable. On 12/31/24 at 8:17 AM. V13, Certified Nurse's Aide, CNA, stated R2's brother, V6, is very aggressive with R2 and V6 bangs his hands on R2's lap tray. V13 stated V6 curses at R2 all the time, and she heard V6 tell R2 to shut the f*** up a couple of weeks ago. V13 stated she did not report the incident to anyone because her partner, V17, said she was reporting the incident to management. On 12/31/24 at 11:23 AM, V17, CNA, stated she did witness V6 tell R2 to shut the f*** up a couple of weeks ago. V17 stated she reported it to an agency nurse, whose name she did not recall, and the agency nurse replied to her he does this all the time. V17 stated she has witnessed V6 cursing and yelling at R2 ongoing for a long time, and management is aware, but nothing is ever done about it. On 1/2/24 at 10:02 AM, V3, Director of Nursing, DON, stated the facility did not report R2's bruises of unknown origin that was documented on 10/2/24. V3 stated it was on R2's care plan that she frequently had bruising on her arms. V3 stated she did not investigate the bruises of unknown origin, and she just determined the bruises were from a transfer because of the location of the bruising. V3 stated she did not interview any employees regarding R2's bruises of unknown origin, and the facility does not have any investigation documentation of R2's bruises documented in her electronic medical record (EMR) from 10/2/24. On 1/2/24 at 11:20 AM, V19, Regional Director of Operations, was asked if she expects the facility to investigate bruises of unknown origin, and V19 replied I would have to look at our policy. We would expect the Administrator to report abuse. (R2's) care plan does say 'tough love'; we know this individual (V6) and have talked to him several times. V2 and V19 stated they do not know if the allegation witnessed by V13 and V17 was ever reported or investigated. Abuse Policy and prevention program, date 10/2022, documented the facility affirms the right of the residents to be free from abuse and neglect. To do so, the facility has attempted to establish a resident sensitive and resident secure environment. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse and neglect. As part of the resident's life history on the admission assessment, comprehensive care plan and MDS assessments, staff will identify residents with increased vulnerability for abuse and neglect who have needs that might lead to conflict. Staff will continue to monitor the goals and approaches on a regular basis and update as necessary. Employees are required to report any incident, allegation, or suspicion of potential abuse, or neglect they observe, hear about or suspect to the administrator immediately, to an immediate supervisor who must then immediately report it to the administrator. The nursing staff is responsible for reporting the appearance of suspicious bruises as soon as it is discovered. The report is to be documented on a facility incident report and provided to the nursing supervisor or designated individual. Following the discovery of any suspicious bruises, the nurse shall complete a full of the resident for other bruises. Accused individuals not employed by the facility will be denied unsupervised access to the residents while the investigation. If classified as an injury of unknown source, the person gathering facts will document the injury the location and time it was observed, any treatment given and notification of the resident's physician, responsible party. The Department of Public Health will be notified. The investigator will report the conclusions of the investigation in writing to the administrator within five working days of the reported incident. The final investigation report shall contain the resident information, the original allegation, the alleged perpetrator, witnesses to the occurrence, circumstances surrounding the occurrence, facts determined during the process of the investigation, review of medical record and interview of witnesses, conclusion of the investigation based on known facts.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0712 (Tag F0712)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure physician visits were alternated with the Nurse Practitione...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure physician visits were alternated with the Nurse Practitioner visits every 60 days after the first 90 days of admission for 4 of 4 residents (R1, R2, R6 and R7) reviewed for physicians' visits in the sample of 8. Findings include: 1.R1's Face Sheet, dated 12/31/24, documented R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of hemiplegia, diabetes, weakness, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), convulsions, depression, hemiplegia, cardiomyopathy, hypertension, and congestive heart failure. R1's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documented R1 is cognitively alert. He uses a wheelchair for mobility due to right sided weakness. R1's Care Plan, dated 12/26/24, documented R1 is a bleeding risk, he has a self-care deficit with activities of daily living (ADLS), diabetic risk, seizure risk, skin complication risk, altered communication, heart failure risk, and fall risk. R1's electronic medical record (EMR) documented he was seen by the nurse practitioner (NP) 26 times on the following dates:1/6/24, 1/17/24, 2/1/24, 2/12/24, 2/21/24, 3/6/24, 3/20/24, 4/9/24, 4/22/24, 5/22/24, 6/11/24, 7/10/24, 7/29/24, 8/9/24, 9/4/24, 9/6/24, 9/27/24, 10/8/24, 10/9/24, 10/10/24, 10/24/24, 10/29/24, 11/12/24, 12/12/24, 12/17/24 and 1/10/25. Further review revealed he was seen by the physician, V34, only one time in the entire last year, on 3/26/24, with a physician progress note dated on that date. On 1/13/25 at 11:45 AM, R1 stated he has not seen his physician in a long time. 2. R2's admission record, dated 12/20/24, documented she was originally admitted to the facility 12/23/2017, with diagnoses of metabolic encephalopathy, severe protein-calories malnutrition, diabetes, dysphagia, dementia, schizoaffective bipolar disorder, wedge compression fracture of the third lumbar vertebra, severe intellectual disabilities, hyperlipidemia, rheumatoid arthritis, heart failure, osteoporosis, Down syndrome, vascular dementia, and GERD. R2's MDS, dated [DATE], documents resident is severely cognitively impaired, with minimal hearing deficit. She requires substantial assistance with eating and is dependent on staff for all other ADLS. She is always incontinent of urine. R2's EMR documented in the last year, she was seen by the nurse practitioner (NP) 32 times on 1/2/24, 1/10/24, 1/25/24, 1/31/24, 2/8/24, 2/16/24, 3/1/24, 3/14/24, 4/6/24, 4/12/24, 5/20/24, 5/22/24, 6/13/24, 7/2/24, 7/16/24, 7/18/24, 8/7/24, 9/5/24, 9/19/24, 9/26/24, 10/10/24m 10/15/24, 10/11/24, 11/26/24, 11/27/24, 11/29/24, 12/4/24, 12/16/24, 12/23/24, 12/28/24, 12/31/24 and 1/2/25. Further review revealed that she was seen by the physician, V35, only one time in the entire last year on 8/27/24, with a physician progress note provided with that date. 3.R6's undated face sheet documented R6 was originally admitted on [DATE], with most recent admission occurring on 1/10/2024. His diagnoses include metabolic encephalopathy, morbid obesity, acute and chronic respiratory failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, vascular dementia, depression, congestive heart failure, hypertension, dementia, atrial fibrillation, and lumbago. R6's MDS, dated [DATE], documented resident is severely cognitively impaired. He requires use of a wheelchair for mobility. He is always incontinent of bowel and bladder. He requires substantial assistance for toileting hygiene, showering, lower body dressing, personal hygiene and taking on and off footwear. He requires partial assistance with oral hygiene and upper body dressing. R6's Care Plan, dated 11/28/24, documented focus problems that he requires assistance with daily care needs, bleeding risk, CHF complication risk, diabetic risk, displayed sexual behaviors, elopement risk, abuse and neglect risk and fall risk. R6's electronic medical record (EMR) was reviewed, and it revealed in the last year he was seen by the Nurse Practitioner (NP) 25 times on 1/2/24, 1/4/24, 1/5/24, 1/12/24, 2/9/24, 2/16/24, 3/5/24, 4/30/24, 5/9/24, 5/20/24, 6/10/24, 7/22/24, 8/5/24, 9/2/24, 9/26/24, 10/3/24, 10/7/24, 10/8/24, 10/22/24, 11/7/24, 12/3/24, 12/27/24, 1/2/25 and 1/8/25. Further review revealed he was seen by the Physician, V31, only on 2/6/24 and 12/20/24. 4.R7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, acute resp failure, difficulty in walking, multiple pelvis fractures, severe protein calorie malnutrition, atrial fibrillation, leukemia, coronary artery dissection, depression, and neuropathy. R7's MDS, dated [DATE], documented resident is cognitively intact. He requires use of a wheelchair for mobility. He requires supervision for toileting hygiene. He requires partial assistance for personal hygiene, showering, lower body dressing and applying and removing footwear. He is independent with eating, oral hygiene, and upper body dressing. He is always incontinent of urine and frequently incontinent of bowels. R7's Care Plan, dated 12/26/24, documented he requires assistance with daily care needs to weakness, risk for bleeding, fall risk, altered cardiac function risk, oxygen use at 6 liters per minute continuously, potential for breathing difficulty and skin complication risk. Most recent orders documented OT and PT clarification, pain management referral, regular diet with fortified potatoes and lunch and dinner and super cereal at breakfast. R7's electronic medical record (EMR) was reviewed, and it revealed since admission on [DATE], he was seen by the Nurse Practitioner (NP) sixteen times on 9/19/24, 10/1/24, 10/4/24, 10/10/24, 10/15/24, 10/18/24, 10/25/24, 11/18/24, 11/27/24, 12/5/24, 12/6/24, 12/10/24, 12/11/24, 12/16/24, 12/24/24 and 12/30/24. Further review revealed he was seen by the Physician, V31, on 09/25/24 for an admission visit with a physician progress note for that date. There was no other documentation that indicated he was seen by the physician after 09/25/24. On 1/13/25 at 11:40 AM, R7 stated it has been a long time since he has seen his physician. On 1/13/25 at 11:40 AM, V29, Nurse Practitioner, stated she has not yet heard back from V31, whom she had text earlier, regarding his expectations of frequency of staff visits. On 1/13/2025 at 9:20 AM, V2, Assistant Adminstrator, stated the current company began providing physician coverage in November 2023. V2 provided progress notes for one physician visit each for R1, R2 and R7, and two visits for R6. She stated these are the only times they have been seen by a physician since November 2023. On 1/9/25 at 12:08 PM, V1, Administrator, stated the facility does not have the physician visit documentation for the four residents requested, and the facility doesn't have anything to show how often the physician visits. On 1/13/25 at 2:15 PM, V33, Regional Director of Operations, stated he would expect the policy to be followed, and physician visits to be made every 60 days, alternating visits with the Nurse Practitioner. The facility's physician visit policy, dated 1/2010 and updated last on 7/23/24, documented each resident must be seen by a physician at least once every 30 days for the first 90 days after admission, and at least every 60 days thereafter. Must be seen means that the physician must make face to face contact with the resident. A physician visit is considered timely if it occurs no later than 10 days after the date the visit was required. At the option of the physician after the initial visit, may alternate between personal visits by a nurse practitioner (NP), clinical nurse specialist or physician assistant (PA). However, the physician must visit resident when the resident's condition makes that visit necessary.
Oct 2024 5 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

ADL Care (Tag F0677)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to provide personal hygiene to 2 of 2 residents (R2, R43...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to provide personal hygiene to 2 of 2 residents (R2, R43), reviewed for ADL (Activities of Daily Living Care) in the sample of 45. Findings include: 1. On 10/22/24 at 8:53 AM, R2 was observed in bed. R2's mouth was dirty with debris in it; skin on her face was dry and flaky; her hair was messy; and her nails were dirty and untrimmed. R2's Face Sheet, undated, documents R2 has a diagnosis of Hemiplegia, Weakness, Need for Assistance with Personal Care and Dementia. R2's MDS (Minimum Data Set), dated 10/1/24, documents R2 is dependent with hygiene. R2's Care Plan, dated 10/20/15, documents R2 has an ADL self-care performance deficit and requires extensive assistance of 1-2 staff for personal hygiene and oral care. 2. On 10/22/24 at 8:50 AM, R43 was observed in her room in bed. R43's mouth was dirty with debris; her hair was messy; her gown was dirty; her nails were dirty and untrimmed. R43's Face Sheet, undated, documents R43 has a diagnosis of Hemiplegia and Hemiparesis following Cerebral Infarction and Encephalopathy. R43's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R43 is dependent with hygiene. R43's Care Plan, dated 1/16/23, documents R43 requires assistance with daily care needs and staff are to assist resident with ADLs. 10/25/24 at 8:59 AM, V2, Director of Nursing (DON), stated the staff are to provide morning care to the residents. V2 stated R2 is set up with morning care and R43 is set up, but is more dependent. The Activities of Daily Living policy, dated 6/2015, documents a program of activities of daily living is provided to prevent disability and return or maintain residents at their maximal level of functioning based on their diagnosis. Hygiene - a residents self-image is to be maintained.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Pharmacy Services (Tag F0755)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that 1 resident (R81) received medications as ordered out of...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that 1 resident (R81) received medications as ordered out of 4 residents reviewed for medications in the sample of 45. Findings include: R81's Face Sheet, undated, documents he was admitted to the facility in Hospice care on 8/2/24. R81's Face Sheet undated documents medical diagnosis as Cerebral Infarction, Unspecified Infarction Unspecified, Epilepsy, Unspecified, Not Intractable, Without Status Epilepticus, Dementia in Other Disease Classified Elsewhere, Unspecified Severity, Without Behavioral Disturbance, Psychotic Disturbance, Mood Disturbance, Anxiety, and Nutritional Anemia. R81's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents severe cognitive impairment. Nurse Progress Notes, dated 8/19/24, documents R81 was given the medication of another resident (R94). Medication error report, dated 8/19/24, documents V24, Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN, an agency nurse, went in to give R94 his medications. R81 responded to R94's name. R81 was given R94's morning medications. Shortly thereafter R94 came up and asked for his medications and that is when it was realized the computer had 2 residents in the same bed. The Director of Nursing (DON) was notified immediately. R94's Electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR), dated 8/19/24, documents R94's 8:00 AM medications as Ipratopium-albuterol Inhalation, Methadone HCL Oral Tablet 10 mg (Give 2 tablets), Pantoprazole Sodium 40 mg Delayed Release, Fluticasone 2 puffs, Multivitamin 1 tab, Folic Acid 1 mg, Folic Acid 400 mcg. On 10/24/24 at 4:13 PM, V24, LPN, stated the names were wrong in the electronic health care record, as it did not reflect the room change for one of the residents. I can't remember which one. The wrong patient was given a narcotic; I don't remember what other meds that patient received. The DON was notified, and she was going to notify the doctor. The resident family was present at that time and did not require notification. The resident (R81) was monitored and did not suffer any ill effects. The other resident (R94) did receive his medication and did not miss a dosage. On 10/24/24 at 4:30 PM, V2, DON, stated, I had not fully come onboard yet, but was notified of the med error. We contacted the doctor and did monitor both residents for any negative symptoms. There was no change in condition for either resident. At this time, we are unable to duplicate the roster to show that both (R81) and (R94) were listed for bed B. On 10/25/24 at 9:46 AM, V25, Pharmacist, stated, Due to residents' current medication regimen of Morphine, the ingestion of Methadone did not pose any increased clinically significance to resident. The Medical provider could possibly provide more information on the impact of the wrong medication on the resident, based on health conditions. Signs and symptoms of toxicity would be increased sedation, nausea and vomiting. On 10/25/24 at 10:40 AM, V27, Nurse Practitioner (NP), stated all R81's care is handled by hospice. However, she was notified of the medication error and R81 was monitored for 72 hours. R81 did not experience any negative side effects. The facility policy Medication Administration, dated 5/2017, documents check medication administration record prior to administering medication for the right medication, dose, route, patient/resident and time.
CONCERN (E)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Resident Rights (Tag F0550)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to respect a resident's right to privacy and dignity during care and when care was needed by being on their cell phones in 4 of 4 residents (R...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to respect a resident's right to privacy and dignity during care and when care was needed by being on their cell phones in 4 of 4 residents (R60, R61, R87, R94) reviewed for resident rights in the sample of 45. Findings include: 1. On 10/23/24 at 10:00 AM, during the resident council meeting, R60 stated the CNAs are always on their cell phones; he has had one CNA that was on speaker mode on her cell phone while she was helping R60 in the bathroom, so he felt as though no privacy was being provided. 2. On 10/23/24 at 10:00 AM, during the resident council meeting, R61 stated the CNAs are always on their cell phones, when residents are needing assistance, they are ignored because the CNA is on their phone and the CNAs are on their phones while providing care. 3. On 10/23/24 at 10:00 AM, during the resident council meeting, R87 stated the CNAs (Certified Nurses Assistant) are always on their cell phones and don't respond to the resident's request for care because they are too busy on their phones. 4. On 10/23/24 at 10:00 AM, during the resident council meeting, R94 stated the CNAs are always on their cell phones and aren't responding to the residents that are needing care, they are ignoring them because they are on their phones. On 10/25/24 at 8:59 AM, V2, Director of Nurses (DON), stated the facility is having problems mainly with the agency CNAs being on their cell phones while working. V2 stated she is trying to stop it, and if she catches them on their cell phone, they are told to put it away. If it continues, the disciplinary process is followed; if it is an agency CNA, they are put on the do not return list. The Resident Rights policy, dated 8/1/22, documents the objective of the accommodation of resident needs and preferences is to create an individualized, home-like environment to maintain and/or achieve independent functioning, dignity, and well-being to the extent possible in accordance with the resident's own needs and preferences.
CONCERN (F)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0800 (Tag F0800)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview, record review, and observation, the facility failed to provide the required amount of protein to serve the residents. This has the potential to affect all residents in the facility...

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Based on interview, record review, and observation, the facility failed to provide the required amount of protein to serve the residents. This has the potential to affect all residents in the facility. Findings Include: The facility recipe for Oven Herb Roasted Turkey Breast documents, slices 2.5 ounces of weighed portions. Serve 2.5 ounces of weighed portions to provide 2 ounces protein serving. Use scale to weigh and portion accurately. The facility was not observed initially utilizing a scale to weigh the turkey portions. V21, District Manager, stated, It's about one slice per person. On 10/22/24 at 12:00 PM, the kitchen was serving oven herb roasted turkey, with the portions appearing small. On 10/22/24 at 12:05 PM, V21, District Manager, brought out the scale. The oven roasted turkey breast portion was weighed and it was only 2 ounces. They continued to serve out the 2 ounces of oven sliced turkey, which was one slice of turkey meat. The kitchen then ran out of the oven sliced turkey and had to offer a substitute. On 10/23/24 at 12:00 PM, V12, Dietary Manager, stated, I don't know why we ran out, it may have been the double portions or requests for more. On 10/23/24 at 10:00 AM, during Resident Council Meeting, R28, R60, R61, R87, R90, R94, all complained about food portions and running out of food. On 10/24/24 at 2:40 PM, V22, Consulting Dietician, stated, If they ran out of food, they didn't order enough food. If the recipe says give 2.5 ounces, they must get that to have enough protein. The facility Small and Large Portions policy documents altered portion sizes may be served to meet individual resident's needs. Persons on small portions will be reviewed for additional snack preferences and provided additional meal servings on request. Meat small portions is 2 ounces protein. The Facility Policy Meal Planning, dated July 15, 1999, documents each resident shall be served food to meet the resident's needs and to meet physician's orders. Meat Group: A total of 6 ounces (by weight) of good quality protein to provide 38 to 42 grams of protein daily. Three ounces (excluding bone, fat, and breading) of any cooked meat such as whole of ground beef, veal, pork, or lamb; poultry, organ meats such as liver,heart, kidney; prepared luncheon meats. The CMS 671 Long Term Care Facility Application for Medicare and Medicaid form, dated 10/22/2024, documents the facility has 102 residents.
CONCERN (F)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview, record review, and observation, the facility failed to employ hygienic practices and then handled food. This has the potential to affect all the residents in the facility. Findings...

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Based on interview, record review, and observation, the facility failed to employ hygienic practices and then handled food. This has the potential to affect all the residents in the facility. Findings Include: On 10/22/24 at 12:15 PM, V23, Dietary Aide, was putting diet cards on the residents trays; she was also putting lids on the resident's tray. V23, Dietary Aide, was rubbing her nose repeatedly and rubbing sweat off the brow. The Direct Care staff were standing at the kitchen door asking her to wash her hands, but she seemed confused and did not wash her hands. V14, Area Manager, asked V23, Dietary Aide, to wash her hands. V23, Dietary Aide, then washed her hands, but immediately rubbed her nose again. V23, Dietary Aide, continued to scoop ice cream from a 5-gallon ice cream bucket and place it into bowls. V23 gave the ice cream to the direct care staff to distribute to the residents. On 10/23/24 at 12:05 PM, V26, Regional Director of Dining, stated she (V23, Dietary Aide) will no longer be on the tray line. She (V23, Dietary Aide) will have other duties. The Facility Policy Food: Preparation, dated 2/2023, documents all foods are prepared in accordance with the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) food code. Procedures: all staff will practice proper hand washing techniques and glove use. The CMS 671 Long Term Care Facility Application for Medicare and Medicaid form, dated 10/22/2024, documents the facility has 102 residents.
Aug 2024 1 deficiency 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident was free from abuse, from a residen...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident was free from abuse, from a resident with a history of prior altercations, for 2 of 2 (R2 and R5) residents reviewed for abuse in the sample of 6. This resulted in R2 receiving physical harm, facial bruising, including right cheek, bridge of her nose, and below both eyes and utilizing the reasonable person concept, this failure resulted in psychosocial harm by R2 yelling out in fear Hit me one more time and I swear. Findings Include: R5's Facesheet documents an admission date of 6/2/2023. Diagnosis include Dementia, Displaced Intertrochanteric Fracture of Right Femur, Subsequent Encounter for Routine Healing, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Protein Calorie Malnutrition, and Cirrhosis of the Liver. R5's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R5 is severely cognitively impaired with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 3, indicating severe cognitive impairment. R5 requires substantial/maximum assist with transfers. Wheelchair is main mode of transportation. R5 displays little interest in doing things, has sleep issues, poor appetite, and trouble concentrating. R5's Care Plan, initiated 6/20/2023, documents R5 has a diagnosis of Dementia and may display altered cognition, change in moods/behaviors related to diagnosis. R5 often refuses to change clothing; staff assistance with care; R5 will urinate in trash cans, on the floor use blankets, clothing, and towels between her legs, near perineal area and urinate on them. R5 had a resident-to-resident altercation on 10/22/2023, 12/14/2023 and 8/1/2024. R2's Facesheet documents an admission date of 2/7/2023. Diagnosis includes Dementia, Severe Intellectual Disabilities, Severe Protein Calorie Malnutrition, and Dysphagia. R2's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R2 is severely cognitively impaired with a BIMS score of 0, indicating severely impaired cognition. R2 requires substantial/maximum assist with transfers. Wheelchair is main mode of transportation. R2 shows little interest in activities, has sleeping issues, and poor appetite. R2's Care Plan, initiated on 7/3/2023, documents Abuse: R2 is at risk for abuse and neglect related to her cognitive and physical deficits. History of physical contact made by brother, POA (Power of Attorney). R2 exhibits a very strong bond between her and her brother. Growing up, tough love was shown in their home to ensure R2's needs were met. Resident to resident altercation on 8/1/2024. Facility incident report, dated 10/22/2023, documents R5 slapped another resident in the face in the dining room. R5 stated she slapped the other resident because the resident spit in her face. Description of incident documents this writer explained to R5 that she should not physically touch another resident or staff and if someone does something to her she should let the staff know. R5 was removed from the dining room and ate dinner by the nurse's station. No signs/symptoms of pain or discomfort. All parties notified. No injuries observed. R5's Nursing Note, dated 10/22/23 at 4:45 PM, documents, Resident observed by staff slapping another resident in the face in the dining room. This writer asked the resident why she slapped the resident in the face, and she stated that the other resident spit in her face. The resident was removed from the dining room and ate dinner at the nurse's station. This writer explained to the resident that she cannot physically touch another resident and if she has a problem let the staff know. Notified Administrator POA and NP of resident status change. No s/s (signs/symptoms) of pain or discomfort noted. The only intervention added to R5's Care Plan for this altercation was 10/22/23 Resident to resident- Psych consulted and resident to eat meals in less stimulated environment. Facility incident report, dated 12/14/2023, documents housekeeping staff member reported seeing resident kick another resident's wheelchair then push him in the wheelchair forward. When other resident didn't move, R5 slapped at his head causing his glasses and hat to fall off. Description of incident when interviewed stated R5 stated she doesn't remember hitting anyone. No injuries. R5's Nursing Note, dated 12/14/23 at 10:54 AM, documents, Resident was behind another resident both in wheelchairs she kicked the other wheelchair 3 times and pushed resident forward in wheelchair when that resident didn't move, she slapped his hat and glasses off no injury noted admin don np and POA made aware. There was no new intervention added to R5's Care Plan after this altercation. Facility incident report, dated 8/1/2024 at 8:15PM, stated V1, Administrator, notified of resident-to-resident altercation between R5 (BIMS score of 3) and R2 (BIMS score 0). V8, Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, had walked past the room and saw R5 sitting on R2's bed with blanket over R2's head. V8, CNA, stated she did not see R5 hit R2. V8, CNA, immediately separated them, had V9, CNA, move R5 out of the room and stay with her and R2 was then placed in wheelchair and brought up to the nurse's station for the nurse to assess. R2 stated, Hit me one more time and I swear. Once R2 was up nurse's station she was her typical feisty self but not yelling out and did not have any mental anguish. Power of Attorney, POA, police, and Medical Doctor, MD, were notified. R5 was sent to local hospital where she remains today for psychiatric evaluation. Per staff interviews this is not typical behavior for R5 as she is normally pleasant, sleeps well, and likes to roll around in the hall in her wheelchair. They have not witnessed R5 yelling at R2 previously or being agitated with R2 in the past. V8, CNA, an V9, CNA, were in the room [ROOM NUMBER] minutes prior and had changed R5 and assisted her to bed. V12, Nurse Practitioner, NP, assessed R2 on 8/2/2024. R2 remains herself without any mental anguish. The (Local Police Department's) Police Report, dated 8/1/24 at 8:22 PM, documents I reviewed the video and observed (R5) to be upset over (R2) making noise. (R5) proceeds to get up from her bed several times to repeatedly hit (R2) in her bed. (R5) also places a blanket over (R2) and begins to choke her. (R2) can be heard at various times shouting for (R5) to stop. (R2) also states at one point she can hardly breathe. The incident takes place over an approximately 10-minute period and ends only when (Facility) staff enters the room. R2's Nurses Note, dated 8/1/24 at 9:50 PM, documents, CNA alerted this nurse about resident-to-resident altercation. Head to toe assessment completed, no injuries at the moment. Management/MD/POA notified. R2's Nurses Note (Admin), dated 8/2/24 at 7:29 PM, documents, Late Entry: Note Text: Resident's roommate immediately moved off hall and sent to (Local Hospital) for psych evaluation. R2's Nurses Note, dated 8/2/24 at 7:29 PM, documents, Res (resident) has been yelling out and refusing to take her meds, res has a black eye and nose is bruised. Res has 1:1 care. Res in bed resting with call light in reach. R2's Nurses Note, dated 8/7/24 at 1:23 PM, documents, Resident has bruising to right cheek bridge of nose and below both eyes, denies pain POA here in conference room for supervised visit for lunch appetite good continues to yell out tries to stand up from wheelchair staff monitoring closely POA aware of behavior. R5's Nursing Note, dated 8/1/24 at 9:43 PM, documents, CNA alerted this nurse about resident-to-resident altercation. As the nurse entered the room, res was in the roommate's bed. Res had no injuries. Management/MD/POA notified. R5's Nursing Note, dated 8/1/24 at 9:44 PM, documents, Res sent to (Local Hospital) for psych eval. On 8/13/24 at 9:40 AM, V5, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated R2 was assaulted one evening by her roommate (R5). V5 stated R2's family has a video of R5 trying to smother R2 by putting a sheet over her head. V5 showed the bruising to R2's face, and stated it was much worse than that. They sent R5 to (Local Hospital) Psych to be evaluated. (R5) is back, but now in a different room. V5 stated the Police did show up to investigate the incident. V5 stated R5 seems with it most of the time, but she does have dementia. V5 stated if R5 would know what she did, she would be embarrassed because that is not who she is. V5 stated she does not recall having any issues with the two residents prior to that day. On 8/13/24 at 12:05 PM, V1, Administrator, stated all the rooms in the facility are full and they do not have a private room to put R2 in. V1 stated the hospital told her R2 did not have any behaviors while she was in the hospital. V1 was not aware of any other incidents regarding R5 and her aggressive behaviors. When V1 was advised of the other resident-to-resident altercations, V1 stated there are 114 residents in the facility at this time, with two in the hospital. V1 stated she can't put R5 on the 300-hall due to R2 being there. V1 stated one of the residents in the hospital had a private room, so she will move R5 to that room immediately. On 8/13/24 at 12:45 PM, V7, CNA Supervisor, stated R5 is a one-on-one at this time since she returned, and they are sitting with R5 and monitoring her behaviors. On 8/13/24 at 3:25 PM, V11, R5's Sister, stated, I am (R5's) sister and POA (Power of Attorney). I visit her about three times a week. They put (R2) in the room with (R5) and all she does is yell out. Who would be able to tolerate that, it wasn't a good thing. Both have dementia so that made it even worse. I watched the video of what happened between (R2) and (R5) and it was horrible. It's a good thing that it didn't end up even worse. I couldn't believe (R5) was doing that. They have her in a private room now with a sitter, so that should help. I am trying to get her into a facility that will take care of someone like her. V11 asked R5 if she remembers why she got so mad at her roommate (R2), and R5 said I don't know. On 8/13/24 at 3:30 PM, V13, CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), was assigned to be a one-on-one with R5. V13 stated she has worked with R5 for a long time and could not believe she did something like that. V13 stated that is not like her. On 8/14/24 at 11:20 AM, V1, Administrator, stated, We don't have a copy of the video that was on (R2's) brother's phone. He did show me the video and yes, that is what happened. (R5) was sitting on (R2's) bed and had a sheet or blanket on (R2's) head. On 8/14/24 at 11:55 AM, V15, R2's Brother/POA, stated he does not have his cell phone with him, and his daughter deleted the video they had about the incident. V15 stated he saw R5 sitting on R2's bed with her back toward the camera, and she had a sheet or blanket that she was holding over R2. On 8/14/24 at 2:15 PM, R6 stated, I like having a roommate. If I had a roommate that tried to hit me or did hit me, I would run for help. I am not a violent person, and that would scare me. I would never want that to happen. Facility abuse policy, dated 10/2022, states, This facility affirms the right of our residents to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of goods and services by staff or mistreatment. This facility therefore prohibits abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, and mistreatment of residents. In order to do so, the facility has attempted to establish a resident sensitive and resident secure environment. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse, neglect, exploitation of property, deprivation of goods and services by staff and mistreatment of residents.
Aug 2024 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Safe Environment (Tag F0921)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a clean environment for 3 of 6 residents (R1, R3, R4), reviewed for safe/functional/sanitary/comfortable environment...

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Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a clean environment for 3 of 6 residents (R1, R3, R4), reviewed for safe/functional/sanitary/comfortable environment in the sample of 6. Findings include: On 7/31/24 at 8:30 AM, the 300/400 hall shower room was observed with a foul odor of feces, dirty clothing on the floor, a bag of dirty linen on the floor, and the toilet had toilet paper in it; no feces noted. On 8/1/24 at 8:20 AM, the 300/400 hall shower room was observed with a foul odor of feces. On 7/31/24 at 8:05 AM, R1 stated he takes care of himself, takes his own showers, and puts on clean clothes every day. R1 stated he has to clean up the shower room before he can take a shower because it is dirty. On 7/31/24 at 8:05 AM, R3 stated he gives himself a shower every other night. R3 stated the shower room on the 400 hall always has dirty clothes and towels on the floor, some still with feces in them. R3 stated housekeeping doesn't go in the shower rooms to clean, and the CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistants) aren't going to do it, so he has to pick/move things before he can shower. R3 stated housekeeping takes his trash out every day, but they don't clean the room usually. R3 stated, This morning the housekeeper came in and swept and mopped the floor really good, but you have to ask for that to be done. On 7/31/24 at 2:05 PM, R4 stated he takes his showers in the evening so no one comes in, but then the shower room is dirty. R4 stated there are always dirty clothes laying on the floor, there is a horrible sewer gas odor, feces in the toilet and on the floor next to the toilet, and some residents use the brown paper towels and flush them down the toilet causing the toilets to overflow. R4 stated there was a pile of feces on the floor next to the toilet for almost a full day before someone cleaned it up. R4 stated he and his roommate only use their toilet in their room because the other ones are gross. R4 stated, They cleaned the shower room earlier today because the staff knew that state was here so now it's clean and doesn't smell. On 8/1/24 at 8:55 AM, V10, Housekeeping Manager, stated they clean the resident rooms and sweep/mop the floors daily. V10 stated they try to clean the shower rooms and hallway bathrooms daily, but sometimes, they get side tracked and they don't get done; they at least try and empty the trash. V10 stated it's possible to have feces on the floor or left in the toilet and they try and take care of it when they are aware of it. V10 stated there are odors at times due to the resident's having bowel movements, etc. and they do their best to keep them under control. The housekeeping protocols, undated, documents the following: Morning walk through - pull trash, restock supplies, sweep/mop and address odors. PM walk through - pull trash, restock supplies, sweep/mop, address odors and dispose of trash. After morning walk through, housekeeper 2 is to clean the 300/400 hall shower room.
Jul 2024 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0885 (Tag F0885)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify positive COVID test results to Family Representatives and or...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify positive COVID test results to Family Representatives and or Power of Attorney for 2 of 4 residents (R3 and R4) reviewed for COVID notification in the sample of 4. Findings Include: 1. R3's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R3 is moderately cognitively impaired. R3's Physician Order Sheet, dated 7/9/24, documents strict contact/droplet isolation related to COVID until 7/20/24 for all services rendered in room. R3's Nurses Note for 7/9/24 did not document her responsible party was notified of her being COVID positive. R3' s Electronic Health Record documents the facility's electronic messaging system, dated 7/15/24, a message was left about COVID in the building. The Electronic Health Record (EHR) did not document any other messages were left. The facility's COVID Line list documents their first COVID case for this outbreak was dated 6/30/24, and an electronic messaging system message was not sent out to R3's POA (Power of Attorney) on 6/30/24 or 7/1/24. On 7/17/24 at 9:00 AM, V23, R3's daughter, stated she was notified when R3 tested positive for COVID on July 9, but she was not notified when the facility first had COVID in the building on June 30th. 2. R4's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R4 is severely cognitively impaired. R4's Labs Results Report, dated 7/11/24, documents R4 was negative for COVID 19. R4's Electronic Health Record was reviewed on today, 7/16/24, and did not document R4's POA was notified she was being bound with a COVID positive resident (R3). R4's EHR did not document R4's POA was notified of the COVID outbreak on 6/30/24. The facility's Change in Resident Condition Policy, revised on 11/2023, documents it is the policy of the facility, except in a medical emergency, to alert the resident, resident's physician, and resident's responsible party of a change in condition. Communication with the resident and their responsible party as well as the physician will be documented in the resident's medical record or other appropriate documents. The residents' care plan will be updated as appropriate.
CONCERN (F) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to cohort residents with the same infectious conditions and follow infection control protocol for COVID-19. This has the potenti...

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Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to cohort residents with the same infectious conditions and follow infection control protocol for COVID-19. This has the potential to affect all 112 residents in the facility. Findings Include: 1.The Facility's Infection Surveillance Monthly Report, dated 7/16/24, documents R5 and R6 were both positive for Covid-19 on 7/6/24. The July Infection Surveillance report documents there are 48 residents in the facility with Covid-19 infection. On 7/16/2024 at 9:00 AM, V10, OT (Occupational Therapist), was in R5 and R6's room with a N95 mask intact, no other PPE noted. V10 stated she thought they (R5 & R6) were off (isolation) today. Contact/droplet precautions signage was on the R5's and R6's door of the room they were residing in. On 7/16/24 At 10:00 AM on 500 Hall, isolation carts were on the hall. V8, CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) was on the hall with N95 mask intact. V8 stated, Gowns, gloves, and masks are placed on when in the resident's room, providing care. We do have some residents that are positive for COVID on the hall. On 7/16/2024 at 9:05 AM, V5, Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN, stated the signs on the doors indicative of positive COVID residents, she stated, Yes they are on isolation for COVID. Everyone has to be in full PPE ( gloves, mask, face shields, and gown). On 7/16/24 at 9:25 AM, V6, Housekeeper, stated she wears gowns, gloves, N95 mask when cleaning the rooms. V6 is unaware of face shields to be worn. On 7/16/24 at 1:00 PM, V17, Computer/Internet technician, stated, I did not know that they had COVID, and I didn't know I should be wearing a mask. I probably should have. V17 stated he will put one on when he comes back into the building. On 7/16/24 at 1:39 PM, V4, LPN/Infection Control Preventionist, stated she expected the staff to be wearing gowns, gloves, mask, and face shields. V4 stated the nursing staff do not like to wear the goggles/eyewear. 2. R3's Physician Order Sheet, dated 7/9/24, documents strict contact/droplet isolation related to COVID until 7/20/24 all services rendered in room. R4's Labs Results Report, dated 7/11/24, documents R4 was negative for COVID19. On 7/17/24 at 11:00 AM, R4 was coming out of her room with her mask down below her nose. R4's roommate (R3) was in her room asleep. No privacy curtains were pulled. On 7/16/24, V1, Administrator, stated, We didn't have a room to put her in, so we had to house them together. I know we admitted a lady today, but she had been waiting for over a week, and we have centralized admitting. The Facility Policy COVID-19 Management of Residents, dated 6/2024, documents staff will wear full PPE (N95 respirator, gown, gloves, and eye protection). If limited single rooms are available or if numerous residents are simultaneously identified to have known COVID 19 residents will remain in their current location, privacy curtain between beds will be drawn and will wait for test results. If cohorting only resident with the same respiratory pathogen will be housed in the same room. The 671 Long Term Care Facility Application for Medicare and Medicaid documents there are 112 residents in the facility.
Jun 2024 1 deficiency
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Pharmacy Services (Tag F0755)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to administer medications timely to 4 of 4 residents (R1, R2, R3, R4) reviewed for Pharmacy Services in the sample of 4. Finding...

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Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to administer medications timely to 4 of 4 residents (R1, R2, R3, R4) reviewed for Pharmacy Services in the sample of 4. Findings include: 1. R1's Face Sheet, undated, documents the following diagnoses: Metabolic Encephalopathy, Type 2 Diabetes, Cerebral Infarction, HTN (Hypertension), CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease), HLD (Hyperlipidemia), Depression, Dementia, Muscle Weakness, Malaise, Disorientation and Vitamin Deficiency. R1's Care Plan, dated 3/29/24, documents the following: R1 is at risk for Hypo/Hyperglycemia related to her diagnosis of diabetes, has a diagnosis of Hyperlipidemia, has the potential for altered cardiac function related to hypertension, is at risk for pain/discomfort, requires the use of psychotropic medications, all with an intervention to administer medications as ordered. R1's MAR (Medication Administration Record), dated 6/2024, documents the following physician orders: 3/21/24 - Amlodipine 10 mg (milligrams) Qd (daily) for HTN(hypertension); 3/21/24 - Furosemide 20 mg Qd for HTN, Potassium Bicarb-Citric Acid 10 meq (milliequivilents) Qd, 3/21/24 - Atenolol 25 mg BID (two times daily) for HTN. The medications that are Qd are documented to be given at 8:00 AM and the medications that are BID are documented to be given at 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. On 6/28/24 at 9:20 AM, V6, LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) was observed administering R1's 8:00 AM medications. 2. R2's Face Sheet, undated, documents R2 has the following diagnoses: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sjogren syndrome with Keratonconjunctivitis, PVD (Peripheral Vascular Disease), Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Vitamin D Deficiency, HTN, Depressive Disorder, Hypothyroidism, Chronic Pain Syndrome, Atherosclerotic Heart Disease, Lymphedema, Hyperlipidemia (HLD), Chronic Gout, Polyneuropathy and Venous Insufficiency. R2's MDS (Minimum Data Set), dated 4/23/24, documents R2 has a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 15, which indicates R2 is cognitively intact. R2's Care Plan, dated 11/1/23, documents R2 is at risk for bleeding/bruising related to anticoagulant therapy, has the potential for altered cardiac function related to HTN; HLD; CKD; CAD (Coronary Artery Disease), is at risk for complications related to CKD, has the potential for alteration in comfort, and requires the use of psychotropic medication, all with an intervention to administer medications as ordered. R2's MAR, dated 6/2024, documents the following physician orders: 10/30/23 - Allopurinol 100 mg Qd for Gout; 10/30/23 - Cholecalciferol 50 mcg (micrograms) Qd for low vitamin D; 10/30/23 - Colchicine 0.6 mg Qd for Gout; 1/16/24 - Fluticasone 50 mcg/act 1 spray in each nostril Qd for nasal congestion; 10/30/23 - Folic Acid 400 mcg Qd for vitamin supplement; 2/26/24 - Furosemide 60 mg Qd related to HTN and Lymphadema; 5/1/24 - Lisinopril 2.5 mg in the morning related to CKD and HTN; 10/30/23 - Omeprazole 40 mg Qd for GERD (Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disorder); 10/30/23 - Oyster Shell 500 mg Qd for low calcium; 1/24/24 - Potassium Chloride 20 meq Qd; 6/5/24 - Renal Vitamin 0.8 mg Qd for vitamin supplement; 10/30/24 - Senna Qd for Constipation; 5/13/24 - Cilostazol 50 mg BID for PVD; 10/30/24 - Eliquis 5 mg BID for history of Pulmonary Embolism; 10/30/23 - Ferrous Sulfate 325 mg BID for low iron; 10/30/24 - Hydroxychloroquine 200 mg BID for Rheumatoid Arthritis; 1/13/24 - Metoprolol 12.5 mg for HTN; 10/30/23 - Baclofen 20 mg TID (three times daily). The medications that are Qd are documented to be given at 8:00 AM, the medications that are BID are documented to be given at 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, the medications that are TID are documented to be given at 8:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM. On 6/28/24 at 9:08 AM, R2 stated he has not received his 8 AM medications yet. R2 stated the nurse has the 200 hall and this side of 400 hall. R2 stated he doesn't normally get his 8 AM medications until 10:30 AM, sometimes its noon before he gets them. R2 stated, The nurse gets here around 7 AM and doesn't start administering medications until around 8 AM. The problem is the 400 hall doesn't have its own nurse so the hall is split. The nurses start administering medications on the 200 hall and then when they are finished there, then they will come and administer medications to the 400 hall, so we are always last. R2 stated he has reported his medications are late to V1, Administrator, and V2, DON (Director of Nurses). R2 stated his first report was on 4/25/24, and he has been reporting it weekly since. R2 stated he has not received an explanation as to why his medications are late; he has asked why they split the hall because it isn't working. R2 stated he doesn't have any effects from his medications being late other than when his PRN (as needed) pain medications is late. On 6/28/24 at 9:45 AM, V5, Agency LPN, was observed administering R2's 8:00 AM medications. 3. R3's Face Sheet, undated, documents R3 has the following diagnoses: OA (Osteoarthritis), COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Low Back Pain, Weakness, Anemia, Hyperlipidemia, Hypothyroidism and Dementia. R3's Care Plan, dated 11/4/23, documents R3 has the potential for alteration in comfort, has the potential for difficulty in breathing, both with an intervention to administer medications as ordered. R3's MAR, dated 6/2024, documents R3 has the following physician orders: 5/12/24 - Amlodipine 5 mg Qd for blood pressure; 5/12/24 - Asperflex Pain Relieving Patch 4% apply to lower back and right hip topically Qd for pain; 5/12/24 - Citalopram 10 mg Qd for Dementia with Agitation; 5/12/24 - Fish Oil 1000 mg Qd for supplement; 5/12/24 - Levothyroxine 75 mcg (micrograms) Qd for Hypothyroidism; 5/12/24 - Montelukast 10 mg Qd for allergies; 5/12/24 - Multivitamin Qd for nutritional support. The medications that are Qd are documented to be given at 8:00 AM. On 6/28/24 at 9:25 AM, V4, Agency LPN, was observed administering R3's 8:00 AM medications. 4. R4's Face Sheet, undated, documents R4 has the following diagnoses: Type 2 Diabetes, Weakness, Iron Deficiency Anemia, CHF (Congestive Heart Failure), Atherosclerotic Heart Disease, Personal History of Venous Thrombosis and Embolism, Hyperlipidemia, HTN and Depression. R4's Care Plan, dated 9/5/23, documents R4 is at risk for bleeding/bruising related to anticoagulant therapy and requires the use of psychotropic medications, both with an intervention to administer medications as ordered. R4's MAR, dated 6/2024, documents the following physician orders: 9/22/24- Aspirin 81 mg Qd; 9/22/23 - Fluticasone Nasal Suspension 50 mcg/act 2 sprays in each nostril in the morning for nasal congestion; 11/9/24 - Lidoderm Patch 5% apply to neck daily topically in the morning; 1/2/24 - Lidoderm Patch 5% apply to the right shoulder topically in the morning; 9/22/23 - Magnesium Oxide 400 mg in the morning for antacid; 9/22/23 - Metoprolol 25 mg Qd for HTN; 10/20/23 - MiraLax 17 grams daily for constipation; 9/22/23 - Multivitamin 1 mg in the morning for vitamin supplement; 9/22/23 - Oxybutynin 5 mg in the morning for overactive bladder; 11/30/23 - Vitamin C 500 mg Qd for vitamin supplement; 11/30/24 - Zinc Sulfate 220 mg Qd for vitamin supplement; 9/22/24 - Zoloft 25 mg in the morning for Depression; 9/22/23 - Zyrtec 10 mg Qd for allergies; 9/22/23 - Clonidine 0.3 mg every 12 hours for HTN; 11/3/23 - Colace 50 mg Qd for constipation; 10/23/24 - Isosorbide 30 mg BID for unstable angina; 10/20/23 - Metformin 500 mg BID for Diabetes; 9/22/24 - Hydralazine 100 mg TID for HTN. The medications that are Qd/in the morning are documented to be given at 8:00 AM, the medications that are BID are documented to be given at 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM or 8 AM and 8:00 PM, the medications that are TID are documented to be given at 8:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM. On 6/28/24 at 9:38 AM, V4, Agency LPN, was observed administering R4's 8:00 AM medications. R4 stated sometimes her 8 AM medications are administered earlier, but most often they are given around this time. On 6/28/24 at 8:05 AM, V3, LPN, stated she is has the 100 hall today. V3 stated the 8 AM medications are to be given between 7 AM and 9 AM. V3 stated she starts her medication pass at 7:30 AM and doesn't get done until 9:30 AM. On 6/28/24 at 8:15 AM, V4, Agency LPN, stated she has the 500 hall and rooms 408 - 413. V4 stated she started her medication pass this morning around 7:15 AM. V4 stated the time it takes to administer all the medications varies because this is the first time she has worked on this hallway. On 6/28/24 at 8:30 AM, V5, Agency LPN, stated she has the 200 hall and rooms 401 - 407. V5 stated it depends on how long it takes her to administer the medications. V5 stated sometimes she gets stopped in the middle of the medication pass or gets a late start. V5 stated she gets to the facility at 7 AM and starts administering medications after she receives report from the nurse. V5 stated she usually doesn't get done until 9 AM or 10AM. V5 stated she starts on the 200 hall and when she finishes that hall, she goes to the 400 hall. On 6/28/24 at 8:45 AM, V6, LPN, stated the 8 AM medication pass takes a while. V6 stated she has the 300 hall today. V6 stated she gets to the facility at 7 AM and when she works the 300 hall, it normally takes her until 9 AM or 9:30 AM to administer all the medications, when she works the 200 and 1/2 of 400 hallways, she doesn't finish administering all the medications until 10AM or 10:30 AM. V6 stated things happen during the medication pass that cause delays. On 6/28/24 at 8:50 AM, V2, DON, stated their medication administration times are timed at 8 AM, 12 PM. V2 stated the expectation is that all medications are given 1 hour before to 1 hour after as per regulations. V2 denied concerns regarding medications not being given on time. V2 stated the day shift nurses work as follows: 1 nurse on 100 hall; 1 nurse on 200 hall and rooms 401-407; 1 nurse on 300 hall; 1 nurse on 500 hall and rooms 408-413. V2 stated they divide the nursing assignments as described above by halls/rooms and not by the number of residents on each hallway. V2 stated, They have 1 medication cart for the 100 hall, 1 medication cart for the 200 hall, 1 medication cart for rooms 401-407 and 1 medication cart for the 500 hall and rooms 408-413. V2 stated they have not had any medication errors in the past 3 months. The Medication Administration Policy, with a review date of 4/2024, documents all medications are administered safely and appropriately to aid residents to overcome illness, relieve and prevent symptoms and help in diagnosis. Verify the medication is being administered at the proper time, in the prescribed dose, and by the correct route. If a medication is not given as ordered, document the reason on the MAR and notify the Health Care Provider if required.
May 2024 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Safe Environment (Tag F0584)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the Facility failed to ensure resident clothes were being maintained, cleane...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the Facility failed to ensure resident clothes were being maintained, cleaned, and returned in a timely manner for 6 out of 13 residents (R1, R2, R6, R7,R8, R9 and R13) reviewed for laundry in the sample of 13. 1-R9's MDS (Minimum Data Set), dated 5/8/2024, documents R9 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/2024 at 7:55 AM, R9 stated, Laundry is a mess here and I mean a mess. You never get your clothes back and they want you to wear someone else's clothes. Your clothes are not treated as important. They always have an excuse of why your clothes are missing or why they can't seem to find them, or worse they find them but then they have white spots all over them. I don't want to talk about it because it upsets me so much. 2-R6's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R6 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/2024 at 12:20 PM, R6 stated she has been missing clothes and at times it takes months to get it back. R6 stated her clothes are labeled, and this has been going on for a while. They tell me they have big stacks of laundry waiting to be folded in the laundry room. I have offered to go down and help fold them, but they have never followed through with that. 3-R13's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R13 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/204 at 8:13 AM, R13 was wearing some pink camouflage pants and a shirt that did not match. R13's label did not have her name on it. On 5/24/20924 at 8:14 AM, R13 stated, Laundry varies, clothes here are always going missing and my name is on them. Do you see these pants that I am wearing? They went to get some clothes today for me, but I did not have anything in my closet to wear. Staff ran downstairs to laundry to try and find something, and this is what they gave me. These pants are not something I would ever choose to wear, and these are not my pants. I don't like wearing anyone's clothes. Maybe someone else pooped in these pants. Would you want to wear pants that did not belong to you? On 5/24/2024 at 11:04 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, It was brought to my attention at the resident council and a grievance was filed because we were having issues laundry and missing clothing. The biggest issues are that clothes are not being labeled so they are going missing. To fix the problem we have activities helping out now to ensure residents are getting their clothes. 4-R1's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R1 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/2024 at 1:23 PM, R1 stated, The Laundry here sucks. I used to be a plumber and I wear the plumber supply shirts that has pockets. When I first got here, I did not have a lot of clothes. I only had a week's worth of clothes; then after a month I only have two days' worth of clothes. Within a month, they lost all of my clothes. I would see other residents wearing my clothes. I have seen a female resident wearing my shirt with pockets, and I know it's mine because she was never a plumber. I used to be a plumber. Everything I had was labeled. They are saying the markers wash out. This has been a problem for seven months since I have been here. You will run out of clothes here if you are here long enough. You will not always get your clothes, and they will give you someone else's clothes. You never know when you are going to get your stuff back. I would jot down when my stuff went out, and it would be three weeks before we would get everything back after it went to wash. I have always used a sharpie marker and have labeled everything I own. It has been an issue with underwear and socks missing too. I never got reimbursed for anything. I have my family go out and replace my underwear and socks. I refuse to wear someone's else's underwear and socks. This is a dignity thing, clothes are clothes, but they are your clothes, your taste and for the facility just to put clothes on you without taking in your preferences and choices. The other day I saw a woman here that was wearing my plumber shirt. It is not killing me, but again, I think they could do better. My underwear are my underwear, I do not want to wear anyone else's underwear. 5-R8's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R8 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/2024 at 8:03 AM, R8 stated, You want to talk about Laundry? Don't get me started that is a mess. They are putting stuff in your closet this is not yours, stuff has white spots on them, so the clothes you have get ruined. You put your name on stuff; it still gets lost. It's a mess and it's unorganized and lots of clothes are missing. 6-R2's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R2 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/24 at 12:15 PM, R2 stated he does not have an issue with laundry because he has a good CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) who takes the laundry down daily and brings it back to him the next time. The CNA does that for me and my roommate, but not for everybody here. I have been here for about 6 months and they bring it up at every meeting. Some people say their clothes are labeled and they still don't get them back. One time they bought us laundry labels and they ran out of them after about 3 days. 7. On 5/24/2024 at 2:33 PM, R7 was in the activity office asking for assistance in labeling her clothes. On 5/24/2024 at 2:35 PM, R7 stated she could not find any of her clothes this morning and asked her family to bring her some underwear and socks. On 5/24/2024 at 12:47 PM, V10, Ombudsman, stated, I was at the May and March Resident Council Meeting. The residents' complaints in March were some of the same complaints in May. It is very frustrating because (V1) will write stuff down and act like she is concerned, but then nothing happens, and everything continues with no resolutions. Laundry has been a major concern and I think it is again, it is has been shared with (V1) and she writes things down but again it does not change anything. The laundry issues have been going on since March. Residents are complaining that their clothes go missing, they are not returned and or they had someone else's clothes and none of their clothes. They were complaining about missing underwear and socks. The strangest part about this is that the facility outsources the laundry. They were initially trying to say that things were missing because things were not being dated and labeled. But now we are in May, and if that was the case, this should have already been fixed and it is still going on, so apparently the facility needs to do something else. No resident should have their clothes go missing and be forced to wear someone else's clothes. On 5/24/2024 at 1:40 PM, V12, EVS Area Manager Laundry, stated, The Laundry here is outsourced, and we provide the laundry services to the facility. We recently took over about three months ago. I am in the process of training (V9, Director of Housekeeping). I am aware of a lot of complaints related to laundry. Those complaints started before we even took over managing the facility. Since we have taken over the complaints have decreased, and the residents are happy. (V9) will be in charge of the facility once she is done training. We have addressed and corrected how the clothes are processed. Clothes are being delivered daily, and laundry issues have been resolved. If a resident does not label their clothes, then we have staff that check before laundering and label it. If they do not know who the items belong to them after the item is cleaned it is put into a bin. Twice a week Activities will go through the bin and try and find the owner. We are also looking into labels that I have offered some samples to see how they hold up in laundry. Grievance form 4/4/2024 documents, Residents are finding bleach stains on clothes being returned to them. Grievance form, dated 2/29/2024 by R7, documents, Resident is missing five bed pads recently purchased by POA (Power of Attorney), [NAME] and blue pads that had her name on each one. Recommendation/Action taken: Clean (3) bed pads were returned back to residents. POA was notified. Resident Council Grievance Form, dated 3/13/2024, documents, Laundry is a nightmare. Clothes are missing and have no socks. Steps of investigations, Hiring of staff currently running 8 hours of laundry instead of budgeted 14 hours. Steps of Investigation, Personals of 100 plus residents with unclear names are not getting back. Recommendations taken: Activities to assist twice a month in returning backed up laundry. Special project to be assigned on opposite weeks. The Resident Right Policy, dated 8/1/2022, documents, The objective of the accommodation of resident needs and preferences is to create an individualized homelike environment to maintain and/or achieve independent functioning, dignity, and well-being to the extent possible in accordance with the resident's own needs and preference. The objective of the accommodation of resident needs and preferences is to create an individualized, home-like environment to maintain and/or achieve independent functioning, dignity, and well-being to the extent possible. The Personal Clothing Policy, with a revision date of 9/5/2017, documents, In long term care no area of laundry management is more critical to patient care and dignity issues than the area of resident clothing.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0804 (Tag F0804)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the Facility failed to provide food that is appetizing and at palatable temperatures for 7 o...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the Facility failed to provide food that is appetizing and at palatable temperatures for 7 of 8 residents (R1, R2, R3, R4, R6, R8, R9) reviewed for food palatability in the sample of 11. Findings include: 1.R9's Minumum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R9 was cognitively intact for decision making for activities of daily living. On 5/24/2024 at 7:55 AM, R9 stated, The food has really gone downhill. I eat in the dining room, and the food is cold when it is served to us most of the time. This morning breakfast was okay, but here lately it has been cold. Staff don't want to take the time to warm it for you. 2. R8's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R8 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/2024 at 8:03 AM, R8 stated the food is cold a lot. 3. R2's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R2 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/24 at 9:58 AM, R2 stated he eats in both the dining room and his room, and the food is never hot. 3. R3's MDS, dated [DATE], docuemnts she is moderatly impaired for decision making of activiries of daily living. On 5/24/24 at 10:05 AM, R3 stated the food is never hot, and it takes forever to pass hall trays. 4. R6's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R6 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/24 at 11:00 AM, R6 stated, I am not sure why, but the food has been cold. It has not always been like this. On 5/24/2024 at 12:47 PM, V10, Ombudsman, stated, I was at the May and March Resident Council Meetings. The residents' complaints in March were some of the same complaints in May. It is very frustrating because (V1) will write stuff down and act like she is concerned but then nothing happens, and everything continues with no resolutions. The residents have been complaining about cold food both in the dining room and on hall trays. 5. R4's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R4 was was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/24 at 1:05 PM, R4 stated, The food is ice cold. Staff will warm it up for you, but then it gets soggy. 6. R1's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R1 was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 5/24/24 at 1:20 PM, R1 stated, The food is not refrigerator cold, but not warm. On 5/24/2024 at 8:19 AM, a cart with hall trays was placed beside the nurse's station. There were no staff designated to the area, and no staff were handing out the trays to all of the residents. At 8:22 AM, V7, R12's Family, took R12's hall tray and carried it to R12's room. V7 stated the Facility leaves trays out at the nurse's station, and he wants R12's food to be warm, so if he is here he will take it off the cart and take it to her room. On 5/24/24 at 8:50 AM, test tray temperatures were obtained using a metal calibrated thermometer after the last resident hall tray was served. The fried egg measured 84°F, the oatmeal measured 126°F, and the waffle measured 84°F. The fried egg and waffle were cool to the touch. On 5/24/24 at 2:59 PM, V1, Administrator, stated she expects staff to follow the Facility's food service policies. The Facility's Food: Quality and Palatability Policy, revised 9/2017, documents, Food will be prepared by methods that conserve nutritive value, flavor and appearance. Food will be palatable, attractive and served at a safe and appetizing temperature. Food and liquids are prepared and served in manner, form, and texture to meet resident's needs. Proper (safe and appetizing) temperature Food should be at the appropriate temperature as determined by the type of food to ensure resident's satisfaction and minimizes the risk for scalding and burns.
May 2024 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to identify and assess an arteriovenous shunt for one of two residents (R2) reviewed for quality of care in the sample of 7. Fin...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to identify and assess an arteriovenous shunt for one of two residents (R2) reviewed for quality of care in the sample of 7. Findings Include: R2's MDS (Minimum Data Set), dated 4/2/2024, documents R2 is severely cognitively impaired. R2's Nurses Note, dated 4/14/24, documents, (R2) moan when left arm was touched. Has large shunt like in left arm. Husband notified. States 'for resident to go to(Regional Hospital) for evaluation' Hospital called report given. R2's (Regional Hospital) After Summary Visit Report, dated 4/14/24, documents, You were sent to the Emergency Department for evaluation of your left upper extremity. Per review of your chart you had a aterio venous shunt (AVShunt) placed in 2019 by vascular surgery to facilitate dialysis there is normal thrill in that site and no external malfunction. R2's Physician Order Sheet (POS), dated 4/16/24, documents, Dialysis Limb Precations: currentlty not in use. no blood pressure, no accuchecks, no blood draws, no IV's (inravenous) to: left arm every shift. Dialysis: check access site for bruit and thrill to left arm, not in use. every shift. R2's MAR (Medication Administration Record) for the month of April documents Dialysis check access site for bruit and thrill to left arm every shift not in use that began on 4/16/24. On 5/1/24 at 2:12 PM, V3, ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing), stated, We forgot to put the order in for it (checking the AVshunt). We did notice that she had one in the left arm. She had a limb alert on. On 5/2/24 at 2:45 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, They did not find the shunt until right before she went out to the hospital. The Facility policy Dialysis Protocol, dated 9/20/17, documents the dialysis site will be checked daily for signs and symptoms of infection or bleeding. The dialysis site will be checked for thrill and bruit daily.
CONCERN (F) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0727 (Tag F0727)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have a Registered Nurse (RN) in the facility for 8 hours daily. This has the potential to affect all 107residents living in the facility. ...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have a Registered Nurse (RN) in the facility for 8 hours daily. This has the potential to affect all 107residents living in the facility. Findings Include: The Facility Staff Schedules were reviewed from 4/1/24 through 4/30/24, with no issues for the Certified Nursing Assistant. The Registered Nurse (RN) Staffing Schedule was reviewed for 4/1/24 through 4/30/24, and it appeared there was an RN for eight hours every shift. The Time Cards for V13, Registered Nurse, did not document he was staying until 8:00 AM Sunday 4/7, 4/14, 4/21; for these Sundays the facility did not have an RN for eight hours, because V13 was supposed to work from 12:00 AM to 8:00AM, so the facility would meet it's requirement of a Registered Nurse for 8 hours on Sundays. On 5/2/24 at 2:35 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, Our ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing) works on the floor Monday through Friday and we have another RN (Registered Nurse) that works for 11:00PM to 8:00 AM on Friday and Saturdays. The facility policy Staffing, dated 9/23, documents, To have appropriate numbers of staff staffing is based on IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health). The Long Term Care Facility Application for Medicare and Medicaid Form 671 documents the facility has a census of 107
Apr 2024 3 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to report allegations of abuse in 1 of 4 residents (R2) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 6. Findings include: On 4/16/24 at 12:10 PM, V10, ...

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Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to report allegations of abuse in 1 of 4 residents (R2) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 6. Findings include: On 4/16/24 at 12:10 PM, V10, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), was feeding R2 lunch in the 300-hallway. R2 was slumped over and was not interviewable. V10 stated, (V3) yells at (R2) all the time, and it makes me so mad. They say he has been reported numerous times. He usually yells at her, but I seen him do that (pushed on her own forehead with 2 fingers pushing head back) once. I wanted to punch him. I reported that too. The Facility's Written Statement from V4, EMS, (Emergency Medical Services), on 4/11/24 documents, EMS was dispatched to (Facility) for an unrelated call to the incident, during the call EMS myself (V4), (V5), (V6), and (V8), heard vulgar yelling coming from down the hallway, EMS was leaving the 300 hallway toward the nurses station, and passed the room that the yelling was coming from. I slowed down to look inside and saw a male holding a female resident by the back of the neck yelling at her to keep her head up, he then lifted her head with his left hand and then let go, after he let go her head began to slump back down, then he smacked her on the forehead and yelled at her again stating 'Keep your f*cking head up!' That is when (V8) entered the threshold of the doorway to see what was going on. The male then looked up and yelled 'What the f*ck are you looking at b*tch!' toward (V8). He then came to the door and shut it on (V8). (V8) then asked the nursing staff what was going on and the nursing staff stated, 'That's how he always is with her.' On 4/16/24 at 11:20 AM, V4, EMS, stated he came to Facility with V5 and V6, and V8 came separately because V5 is a new hire. He stated they came in like normal, were told by staff where to go, then went and assessed the other resident. They loaded her on the stretcher and heard yelling coming from down the hall with vulgar language. V4 stated, We all kind of just stopped, because it caught our attention. (V8) asked the nurse what that was, and they said the guy's name and that (it) was pretty common. To get out of the building, we had to walk past the room it was coming from. (V5) and I were walking ahead of the other two (EMS), and as I was walking past (R2's room) I looked in and saw a male on the right-hand side of R2's bed sitting to the left of her with his right hand on her neck and left hand at the base of her jaw. He lifted her head up, and at first, I thought he was strangling her, then he moved his left hand from her jaw to her forehead and was yelling at her to keep her head up with a lot worse language that that. Then he let go of her forehead and his right hand stayed on her neck the whole time. I had seen (R2) before and know her head wasn't going to stay up. It always just slumps down, and he put his left hand on her forehead and hit her upside the head and that sort of flung her head back. I looked back at (V8) and (V6) to sort of signal them to come down. (V8) stood in the doorway and (V3) continued to yell, then he saw (V8) and yelled 'What the F you are looking at' and called her the B word. During this time, (V6) again asked the nurse if this really happens all the time and she said, 'Yes' and he said, 'Is the abuse normal?' and she said yes. Then (V3) tried to close the door on (V8) and slammed the door, so (V8) called the cops. I went with the others and transported the other resident by ambulance, but the cops were here by the time I left. The Facility's Written Statement from V8, EMS Chief, on 4/11/24 documents, I responded with the crews to (Facility) on 04/11/2024 at approximately 1600 (4:00 PM) to view assessment performed by reciprocity student/crew member (V5). We responded to a call on the 300-hall for a female patient with abnormal lab values. We were walking down the 300-hall toward the exit as I heard a male voice scream '(R2) hold your f*cking head up' very loudly. I heard him continually verbally assault her until we passed room (number) with resident (R2), DOB (date of birth ) 1/4/1950. I stopped at the doorway to resident's room and looked in to make sure she was OK. I witnessed (V3) forcibly strike residents forehead and scream 'keep your f*cking head up!' He then looked up at me and stated, 'What are you f*cking looking at b*tch'. Crew Member (V4), Paramedic (V6) and Paramedic reciprocity crew member (V5) were also present to witness this event. I walked down to the nurse's station and asked them 'What is going on?' They stated, 'That is how he always is with her'. I proceeded to inform the (Facility) staff that this is not acceptable behavior. I then requested (Local Police Department) presence. Officer (V7) responded to the scene, and I voiced my concerns to him. (V3) was then escorted off the premises. On 4/16/24 at 11:45 AM, V8, EMS Chief, stated, We went to the 300-hall for another patient. We had a student, so I wanted to watch him do an assessment to see how he was doing. There were four of us. We passed that room (R2's) and went farther to take a lady to the hospital for abnormal labs. We were down there for a bit because the resident was hesitant and crying. In the time we were down there (V3) was there. We were walking toward nurses' station and hear cussing and yelling, 'Keep your f'n head up!' and stuff. I was walking behind all of them (EMS). I was last in line going down the hall. When I walked by (R2's room) (V3) forcefully slammed (R2's) forehead back and was telling her to 'Keep her f'n head up'. I stopped and he verbally assaulted me so I called (Local Police Department). Once they came in, I wanted to make sure the resident was ok. When I went to the nurse's station, they said (V3) yells at (R2) like that all the time. (V3) said he was R2's POA. I said, Because you're POA doesn't give you the right to assault her. I watched (V7) escort (V3) out of the building. On 4/16/24 at 12:14 PM, V11, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated V3 yells at R2. She stated administration has addressed it numerous times and they have done everything they possibly can about it, but it continues. On 4/16/24 at 1:45 PM, V14, CNA, stated V3 cusses at R2 and cusses at staff. She stated he has been like that for a while, and it has been reported to V1, Administrator. On 4/16/24 at 1:55 PM, R6 stated, I don't want to get in the middle of anything, but (V3) is pretty rough. He stated V3 always yells and cusses at R2 and once told another resident he was going to kick his *ss. On 4/18/24 at 8:27 AM, V15, Human Resources (HR), stated V3 is always saying verbally abusive things to R2, and it has been happening since she started working in the Facility. She stated staff are afraid to speak up about it and feels like his behavior has become an okay behavior in the Facility. On 4/18/24 at 8:35 AM, V18, Activities Aid, stated V3 always screams at R2, and it really bothers her. On 4/18/24 at 8:47 AM, V6, EMS stated, We went for an abnormal lab call on the 300 hall, loaded up patient, heard a gentleman say, 'Keep your f*cking head up' very loudly. As we approached the room, (V3) had his hand on the back of (R2)'s neck and was trying to straighten her head up to feed her. (R2)'s neck is kind of bent forward, so it's difficult to feed her. I would say (V3) was mostly talking rough but appeared forceful (when attempting to straighten her head). When (V8) stood by the door (V3) was aggressive toward that. I have heard (V3) before, previously not being easy with staff, but I have never seen that with his family. It seems like the Facility is aware of it and passively allowing this to happen. On 4/18/24 at 11:00 AM, V20, Nurse Practitioner (NP), stated she has observed V3 verbally abuse R2. She stated she assumes it has been reported, but could not say with certainty that it had. On 4/18/24 at 9:25 AM, all abuse investigations involving R2 were requested from V1. On 4/18/24 at 9:50 AM, one file was provided from V1 regarding an alleged verbal abuse in 5/19/2023. On 4/18/24 at 2:15 PM, V2, Director of Nursing (DON), stated no other instances of abuse for R2 have been reported, to her knowledge. She stated she expects the Facility to follow its abuse policy. The Facility's Abuse Policy and Prevention Program 2022, dated 10/22, documents, This facility affirms the right of our residents to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of foods and services by staff or mistreatment. This facility therefore prohibits abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, and mistreatment of residents. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of goods and services by staff and mistreatment of residents. This facility is committed to protecting our residents from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property and mistreatment by anyone including, but not limited to, facility staff, other residents, consultants, volunteers, staff from other agencies providing services to the individual, family members or legal guardians, friends or any other individuals. Employees are required to report any incident, allegation or suspicion of potential abuse, neglect, exploitation, mistreatment or misappropriation of resident property they observe, hear about, or suspect to the administrator immediately, to an immediate supervisor who must then immediately report it to the administrator or compliance officer. Reports will be documented and a record kept of the documentation. Any allegation of abuse or any incident that results in serious bodily injury will be reported to the Illinois Department of Public Health immediately, but not more than two hours after the allegation of abuse.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Investigate Abuse (Tag F0610)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to investigate allegation of abuse in 1 of 4 residents (R2) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 6. Findings include: 1-On 4/16/24 at 12:10 PM,...

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Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to investigate allegation of abuse in 1 of 4 residents (R2) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 6. Findings include: 1-On 4/16/24 at 12:10 PM, V10, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated, (V3) yells at (R2) all the time, and it makes me so mad. They say he has been reported numerous times. (V3) usually yells at (R2) but I seen him do (pushed her own forehead backwards forcefully with two fingers) that once. I wanted to punch him. I reported that too. V10 stated this incident happened around 5-6 months ago. The Facility's Written Statement from V4, EMS (Emergency Medical Services), on 4/11/24 documents, EMS was dispatched to (Facility) for an unrelated call to the incident, during the call EMS myself (V4), (V5), (V6), and (V8), heard vulgar yelling coming from down the hallway, EMS was leaving the 300 hallway toward the nurses station, and passed the room that the yelling was coming from. I slowed down to look inside and saw a male holding a female resident by the back of the neck yelling at her to keep her head up, he then lifted her head with his left hand and then let go, after he let go her head began to slump back down, then he smacked her on the forehead and yelled at her again stating 'keep your f*cking head up!' That is when (V8) entered the threshold of the doorway to see what was going on. The male then looked up and yelled 'What the f*ck are you looking at b*tch!' toward (V8). He then came to the door and shut it on (V8). (V8) then asked the nursing staff what was going on and the nursing staff stated, 'That's how he always is with her.' On 4/16/24 at 11:20 AM, V4, EMS, stated he came to Facility with V5 and V6, and V8 came separately because V5 is a new hire. He stated they came in like normal, were told by staff where to go, then went and assessed the other resident. They loaded her on the stretcher and heard yelling coming from down the hall with vulgar language. V4 stated, We all kind of just stopped, because it caught our attention. (V8) asked the nurse what that was, and they said the guy's name and that (it) was pretty common. To get out of the building, we had to walk past the room it was coming from. (V5) and I were walking ahead of the other two (EMS), and as I was walking past (R2's room) I looked in and saw a male on the right-hand side of (R2's) bed sitting to the left of her with his right hand on her neck and left hand at the base of her jaw. He lifted her head up, and at first, I thought he was strangling her, then he moved his left hand from her jaw to her forehead and was yelling at her to keep her head up with a lot worse language that that. Then he let go of her forehead and his right hand stayed on her neck the whole time. I had seen (R2) before and know her head wasn't going to stay up. It always just slumps down, and he put his left hand on her forehead and hit her upside the head and that sort of flung her head back. I looked back at (V8) and (V6) to sort of signal them to come down. (V8) stood in the doorway and (V3) continued to yell, then he saw (V8) and yelled 'What the F you are looking at?' and called her the B word. During this time, (V6) again asked the nurse if this really happens all the time and she said, 'Yes' and he said, 'Is the abuse normal?' and she said yes. Then (V3) tried to close the door on (V8) and slammed the door, so (V8) called the cops. I went with the others and transported the other resident by ambulance, but the cops were here by the time I left. The Facility's Written Statement from V8, EMS Chief, on 4/11/24 documents, I responded with the crews to (Facility) on 04/11/2024 at approximately 1600 (4:00 PM) to view assessment performed by reciprocity student/crew member (V5). We responded to a call on the 300-hall for a female patient with abnormal lab values. We were walking down the 300-hall toward the exit as I heard a male voice scream '(R2) hold your f*cking head up' very loudly. I heard him continually verbally assault her until we passed room (number) with resident (R2), DOB (date of birth ) 1/4/1950. I stopped at the doorway to resident's room and looked in to make sure she was OK. I witnessed (V3) forcibly strike residents forehead and scream 'keep your f*cking head up!' He then looked up at me and stated, 'What are you f*cking looking at b*tch'. Crew Member (V4), Paramedic (V6) and Paramedic reciprocity crew member (V5) were also present to witness this event. I walked down to the nurse's station and asked them 'What is going on?' They stated, 'That is how he always is with her'. I proceeded to inform the (Facility) staff that this is not acceptable behavior. I then requested (Local Police Department) presence. Officer (V7) responded to the scene, and I voiced my concerns to him. (V3) was then escorted off the premises. On 4/16/24 at 11:45 AM, V8, EMS Chief, stated, We went to the 300-hall for another patient. We had a student, so I wanted to watch him do an assessment to see how he was doing. There were four of us. We passed that room (R2's) and went farther to take a lady to the hospital for abnormal labs. We were down there for a bit because the resident was hesitant and crying. In the time we were down there (V3) was there. We were walking toward nurses' station and hear cussing and yelling, 'Keep your f'n head up!' and stuff. I was walking behind all of them (EMS). I was last in line going down the hall. When I walked by (R2's room) (V3) forcefully slammed (R2's) forehead back and was telling her to 'Keep her f'n head up'. I stopped and he verbally assaulted me, so I called (Local Police Department). Once they came in, I wanted to make sure the resident was ok. When I went to the nurse's station, they said (V3) yells at (R2) like that all the time. (V3) said he was R2's POA. I said, 'Because you're POA doesn't give you the right to assault her.' I watched (V7) escort (V3) out of the building. On 4/16/24 at 12:14 PM, V11, Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN), stated V3 yells at R2 and feels it affects other residents here. She stated it has been reported, and administration has addressed it numerous times and have done everything they possibly can. On 4/16/24 at 1:45 PM, V14, CNA, stated V3 cusses at R2 and cusses at staff. She stated it has been going on for a while and has been reported to V1, Administrator. On 4/16/24 at 1:55 PM, R6 stated, I don't want to get in the middle of anything, but (V3) is pretty rough. He stated V3 always yells and cusses at R2 and once told another resident he was going to kick his as*. On 4/18/24 at 8:27 AM, V15, Human Resources, stated V3 has been verbally abusive to R2 ever since she started working here in March 2023. On 4/18/24 at 8:35 AM, V18, Activities Aid, stated V3 always screams at R2, and you can hear it throughout the building. On 4/18/24 at 8:47 AM, V6, EMS stated, We went for an abnormal lab call on the 300-hall, loaded up patient, heard a gentleman say, 'Keep your f*cking head up' very loudly. As we approached the room, (V3) had his hand on the back of (R2)'s neck and was trying to straighten her head up to feed her. (R2)'s neck is kind of bent forward, so it's difficult to feed her. I would say (V3) was mostly talking rough but appeared forceful (when attempting to straighten her head). When (V8) stood by the door (V3) was aggressive toward that. I have heard (V3) before, previously not being easy with staff, but I have never seen that with his family. It seems like the Facility is aware of it and passively allowing this to happen. On 4/18/24 at 3:13 PM, V9, LPN, stated, I just hear (V3) say a lot of things. I heard him say, 'If you don't go to sleep or stop yelling, I'm going to take you in the room and beat your *ss.' (R2) usually sits out in the hallway. It is very normal for (V3) to be loud and belligerent. I am not sure if he has been reported to (V1) before. I told them about that but cannot remember who I told. Usually if we tell him he can't talk like that he will leave peacefully. On 4/18/24 at 9:25 AM, all investigations involving R2 were requested from V1, Administrator. On 4/18/24 at 9:50 AM, V1 provided one investigation for an allegation of verbal abuse, dated 5/19/23. No other investigative reports were provided. On 4/18/24 at 2:15 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, (DON), stated she expects the Facility to follow its abuse policy. The Facility's Abuse Policy and Prevention Program 2022, dated 10/22, documents, This facility affirms the right of our residents to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of foods and services by staff or mistreatment. This facility therefore prohibits abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, and mistreatment of residents. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of goods and services by staff and mistreatment of residents. This facility is committed to protecting our residents from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property and mistreatment by anyone including, but not limited to, facility staff, other residents, consultants, volunteers, staff from other agencies providing services to the individual, family members or legal guardians, friends or any other individuals. Employees are required to report any incident, allegation or suspicion of potential abuse, neglect, exploitation, mistreatment or misappropriation of resident property they observe, hear about, or suspect to the administrator immediately, to an immediate supervisor who must then immediately report it to the administrator or compliance officer. Reports will be documented and a record kept of the documentation. Any incident or allegation involving abuse, neglect, exploitation, mistreatment or misappropriation of resident property will result in an investigation.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to ensure residents were free from abuse in 4 of 4 residents, (R1, R2,...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to ensure residents were free from abuse in 4 of 4 residents, (R1, R2, R3, R4) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 6. Findings include: 1. R2's Face Sheet documents R2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including, severe intellectual disabilities, metabolic encephalopathy, dysphagia, schizoaffective disorder, heart failure, repeated falls, and dementia. R2's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documented R2 was severely cognitively impaired, used wheelchair, and required substantial/maximal assistance with bed mobility and transfer. R2's Care Plan, last reviewed 4/4/24, documents R2 is at risk for abuse and neglect due to cognitive impairment and use of psychotropic medications. The Care Plan also documents, (R2) exhibits a very strong bond with (V3, R2's Family), and growing up, tough love was shown in their home to ensure (R2)'s needs were met. Interventions added include assuring resident is in a safe and secure environment. The Facility's Initial Report, sent to the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) on 4/11/24, documents, POA, (Power of Attorney), (V3) slapped resident (R2) upside her head and was yelling at her. R2's Progress Note by V9, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), on 4/11/24 at 9:19 PM, documents, Nurse and EMS, (Emergency Medical Service), were walking down the 300-hall when we overheard (R2's) brother yelling at her (R2). (R2's) brother was observed by (V8) EMS Chief hitting (R2) on the forehead area. Brother yelling, If you don't hold your head up then I will do it again. EMS stood in (R2's) door and asked what was going on, and why he was treating (R2) in a bad manner. The brother started yelling and using inappropriate verbiage toward EMS. Police were called by EMS, res (resident's) brother escorted off property. On 4/18/24 at 3:13 PM, V9, LPN, stated, I was sending a resident to the hospital. As she was going down the hall on the stretcher, I was talking to (V8) EMS Chief, and she was a little ahead of me, and saw brother (V3) striking (R2). You could hear the skin-to-skin contact; it was loud. I heard him say, If you don't hold your head up, I'm going to do it again. (V8) EMS Chief, went to the door and asked what he (V3) was doing, and said you can't be doing that to her (R2). (V3) started using foul language, telling V8 EMS Chief, to get the F out the door, and who are you? (V8) left, she was in shock, so she came back with the police. It was fast, within 5 minutes. So, the police went and had a conversation with (V3), and (V8) said she was going to report it. I was told (V3) had to leave per (V2). I asked the police to come back in and ask him to leave. First, he refused and said he was the POA, then he got up and left after he told us we were dumb nurses and don't know how to give meds without him being present, and (R2) won't eat without him (there). I just heard him say a lot of things. I heard him say, 'If you don't go to sleep or stop yelling, I'm going to take you in the room and beat you're a*s.' (R2) usually sits out in the hallway. It is very normal for him to be loud and belligerent. I am not sure if he has been reported to (V1, Administrator) before. I told them about that, but cannot remember who I told. Usually if we tell him he can't talk like that, he will leave peacefully. The Facility's Written Statement from V4, EMS, (Emergency Medical Services), on 4/11/24 documents, EMS was dispatched to (Facility) for an unrelated call to the incident, during the call EMS myself (V4), (V5), (V6), and (V8), heard vulgar yelling coming from down the hallway. EMS was leaving the 300-hallway toward the nurses station, and passed the room that the yelling was coming from. I slowed down to look inside and saw a male holding a female resident by the back of the neck yelling at her to keep her head up, he then lifted her head with his left hand and then let go. After he let go her head began to slump back down, then he smacked her on the forehead and yelled at her again stating 'keep your f******g head up!' That is when (V8) entered the threshold of the doorway to see what was going on. The male then looked up and yelled 'What the f**k are you looking at b***h!' toward (V8). He then came to the door and shut it on (V8). (V8) then asked the nursing staff what was going on and the nursing staff stated, 'That's how he always is with her.' On 4/16/24 at 11:20 AM, V4, EMS, stated he came to Facility with V5 and V6, and V8 came separately because V5 is a new hire and needed to be observed by V8. He stated they came in like normal, were told by staff where to go, then went and assessed the other resident. They loaded the other resident on the stretcher and heard yelling coming from down the hall with vulgar language. V4 stated, We all kind of just stopped, because it caught our attention. (V8) asked the nurse what that was, and they said the guy's name and that (it) was pretty common. To get out of the building, we had to walk past the room it was coming from. (V5) and I were walking ahead of the other two (EMS), and as I was walking past (R2's room) I looked in and saw a male on the right-hand side of R2's bed sitting to the left of her with his right hand on her neck and left hand at the base of her jaw. He lifted her head up, and at first, I thought he was strangling her, then he moved his left hand from her jaw to her forehead and was yelling at her to keep her head up, with a lot worse language than that. Then he let go of her forehead and his right hand stayed on her neck the whole time. I had seen (R2) before and know her head wasn't going to stay up. It always just slumps down, and he put his left hand on her forehead and hit her upside the head and that sort of flung her head back. I looked back at (V8) and (V6) to sort of signal them to come down. (V8) stood in the doorway and (V3) continued to yell, then he saw (V8) and yelled, 'What the F you are looking at?' and called her the B word. During this time, (V6) again asked the nurse if this really happens all the time and she said, 'Yes' and he said, 'Is the abuse normal?' and she said, 'Yes.' Then (V3) tried to close the door on (V8) and slammed the door, so (V8) called the cops. I went with the others and transported the other resident by ambulance, but the cops were there by the time I left. The Facility's Written Statement from V8, EMS Chief, on 4/11/24 documents, I responded with the crews to (Facility) on 04/11/2024 at approximately 1600 (4:00 PM), to view assessment performed by reciprocity student/crew member (V5). We responded to a call on the 300-hall for a female patient with abnormal lab values. We were walking down the 300-hall toward the exit as I heard a male voice scream '(R2) hold your f******g head up' very loudly. I heard him continually verbally assault her until we passed room (number) with resident (R2), DOB, (date of birth ), 1/4/1950. I stopped at the doorway to resident's room and looked in to make sure she was OK. I witnessed (V3) forcibly strike residents forehead and scream 'Keep your f******g head up!' He then looked up at me and stated, What are you f******g looking at b*tch?' Crew Member (V4), Paramedic (V6) and Paramedic reciprocity crew member (V5) were also, present to witness this event. I walked down to the nurse's station and asked them 'What is going on?' They stated, 'That is how he always is with her'. I proceeded to inform the (Facility) staff that this is not acceptable behavior. I then requested (Local Police Department) presence. Officer (V7) responded to the scene, and I voiced my concerns to him. (V3) was then escorted off the premises. On 4/16/24 at 11:45 AM, V8, EMS Chief, stated, We went to the 300-hall for another patient. We had a student, so I wanted to watch him do an assessment to see how he was doing. There were four of us. We passed that room (R2's) and went farther to take a lady to the hospital for abnormal labs. We were down there for a bit because the resident was hesitant and crying. In the time we were down there, (V3) was there. We were walking toward nurses' station and hear cussing and yelling, 'Keep your f'n head up!' and stuff. I was walking behind all of them (EMS). I was last in line going down the hall. When I walked by (R2's room) (V3) forcefully slammed (R2's) forehead back and was telling her to 'Keep her f'n head up'. I stopped and he verbally assaulted me, so I called (Local Police Department). Once they came in, I wanted to make sure the resident was ok. When I went to the nurse's station, they said (V3) yells at (R2) like that all the time. (V3) said he was R2's POA. I said, 'Because you're POA doesn't give you the right to assault her.' I watched (V7) escort (V3) out of the building. On 4/16/24 at 12:10 PM, V10, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), was feeding R2 lunch in the 300-hallways. R2 was slumped over and did not respond when spoken to. V10 stated, '(V3) yells at (R2) all the time, and it makes me so mad. They say he has been reported numerous times. (V3) usually yells at (R2) but I seen him do (pushed her own forehead backwards forcefully with two fingers) that once. I wanted to punch him. I reported that too.' On 4/16/24 at 12:14 PM, V11, LPN, stated V3 often yells at R2 and feels it affects other residents in the Facility. On 4/16/24 at 1:45 PM, V14, CNA, stated V3 cusses at R2 and staff. She stated V3 used to be nice to R2 and staff, but now he calls the nurses idiots and MF-ers. On 4/16/24 at 1:55 PM, R6 stated, I don't want to get in the middle of anything, but (V3) is pretty rough. He stated V3 yells and cusses at R2 and once told another resident he was going to 'kick his a*s'. On 4/16/24 at 3:01 PM, V7, Police Officer, stated he was told EMS was here for a separate incident where V8 saw V3 with his hand on the front of R2's forehead pushing her back forcefully. He stated V3 and V8 exchanged words, and V3's language is not PG all the time. V7 stated the Facility asked V3 to leave, so he walked him out. On 4/18/24 at 8:27 AM, V15, Human Resources, (HR), stated V3 has been yelling at R2 since she started in the Facility. She stated V3 will tell R2 to Shut the F*up and say other verbally abusive things. She stated V3 has also been touching staff inappropriately, but they are afraid to speak up about it. On 4/18/24 at 8:35 AM, V18, Activities Aid, stated when V3 comes in the building, he screams at R2 to open her mouth or put her head back. She stated, If we (talked to her like that) we would be in trouble. Because it's your brother, it's, ok? That just bothers me. On 4/18/24 at 8:47 AM, V6, EMS stated, We went for an abnormal lab call on the 300-halls, loaded up patient, heard a gentleman say, 'Keep your f******g head up' very loudly. As we approached the room, (V3) had his hand on the back of (R2)'s neck and was trying to straighten her head up to feed her. (R2)'s neck is kind of bent forward, so it's difficult to feed her. I would say (V3) was mostly talking rough, but appeared forceful (when attempting to straighten her head). When (V8) stood by the door (V3) was aggressive toward that. I have heard (V3) before, previously not being easy with staff, but I have never seen that with his family. It seems like the Facility is aware of it and passively allowing this to happen. On 4/18/24 at 2:15 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, (DON), stated V1, Administrator, will be finishing up the investigation later today. 2. R1's Face Sheet documents, R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, major depressive disorder, and generalized anxiety. R1's MDS, dated [DATE], documented R1 was cognitively intact, required substantial/maximal assistance with rolling in bed, and was dependent for transfer. R1's Care Plan, last reviewed 1/30/24, documents R1 is at risk for abuse and neglect related to new placement in facility, assistance with personal care from staff, interaction with others, and medication use. R1's Care Plan Intervention, dated 3/4/24, documents, Monitored for any mental anguish related to staff outburst in care area. 1 to 1 with (R1) with no concerns noted. The Facility's Initial Report sent to IDPH on 3/4/24 documents, Dietary staff member cursing through care area. (R1) asked for someone to ask her to stop. Cursing continued as (V15) and (V2) escorted staff member out of the building. The Facility's Undated Witness Statement by V2, Director of Nursing, documents, On 3/4/24 at approximately 9am, this nurse heard a female screaming and cursing loudly. I responded to scene to witness a female kitchen employee on her cellphone screaming 'F**k this job F**k these people!' An observing resident asked employee to 'stop all that cussing.' Kitchen employee turned and yelled 'F**k you!' to the resident several times. This nurse followed to ensure kitchen employee safely exited facility. Kitchen employee continued to say 'This f******g place is asking for it! They don't know who they {sic} f*ck they are dealing with!' as she exited the building. On 4/18/24 at 2:15 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated she was in the conference room and heard commotion, and when she came out, she saw V13 on the phone coming out of the breakroom. She stated she was not sure if she was just yelling or speaking to the individual on the phone, but there was a lot of cursing. V2 stated she walked V13 out of the building, and V13 has not returned to the Facility. The Facility's 2/4/24 Witness Statement by V15, Human Resources, documents, Monday March {sic} 4th around 8:30am, I (V15) was sitting in my office, when I heard a woman cussing loud, I stood up to see what was going on and by time I could make it to my door, the woman approached me in my office stating, 'you need to control your f******g staff'. She then proceeded to the break room, still cussing and hollering, when she walked out the break room from clocking out (R1) was right outside the break room when the dietary woman, screamed 'F*ck you', to (R1), 4 times. I told her it was time for her to leave and as she was leaving, she said, 'I'm from East St. Louis me and my daddy will beat all your as*es', then proceeded with 'F*ck (Facility Company)' Then employee left the building. On 4/18/24 at 8:27 AM, V15, Human Resources, stated she heard commotion outside her office, and by the time she stood up to go see why there was yelling and cussing V13 was standing in her doorway and told her to control her f******g staff She stated, (R1) was sitting right there and said, 'Maybe you guys should stop her.' (V13) was cussing and screaming into her phone. (R1) said to stop talking that way, and (V13) said, No, f*ck you! then went into the breakroom, probably to clock out. (V15) stepped out of her office and told (V13) it was time for her to go and walked her outside. (V15) stated (V13) should not have been allowed to walk freely and someone should have walked with her. (V13) yelled and cussed the whole way to the car and threatened to have her daddy come out and beat us all up. The Facility's Undated Witness Statement by V16, Dietary Manager, documents, On 3-4, around 8:30am, (V17) came to me and said she had several complaints about (V13) smelling like marijuana from the residents. I told her that I would look into it. (V13) did smell like marijuana. I told (V13) that I needed her to start dishes at that point. She refused to wash the dishes, telling me she would rather go home than wash the dishes. (V13) is employed as a Dietary Aide and dishwashing is a part of her responsibilities. I told her that I had a complaint that she smelled like marijuana, and would have to remove her from the dining room due to those complaints. She denied having marijuana on her. Before I could continue, she walked away from me, gathered her things and left the Dietary Department saying she was going home. A few minutes later (V1, Administrator) came to me questioning me why (V13) was walking through the facility yelling and cursing at everyone. When I last interacted with (V13), although she was not happy, she did not exhibit those behaviors. If she had, I would not have exposed her to our residents in that state and would have had her exit out the back door. On 4/18/24 at 9:07 AM, V16, Dietary Manager, stated, (V17, LPN), told him (V13, Dietary Aid), smelled like marijuana, and the residents were complaining about it. He stated, he sniffed around in the kitchen and determined it was V13, so he told her she would stay in the kitchen and work away from the residents. V13 said she was not washing dishes, so V17 said she could either wash dishes or go home. V13 said she would go home, and V17 said OK. V17 stated V13 was calm and had no idea she was upset, until V1, Administrator, came to the kitchen upset with him about what happened. The Facility's Undated Resident Interview by R5 documents, Did you witness a Dietary staff member verbally abuse a resident on March 4, 2024, after breakfast time? R5's response documents, Yes. (R1). (R1) was told to mind her own business. On 4/16/24 at 1:40 PM, R5 stated V13 and R1 just started yelling at each other in the dining room. She cannot remember exactly what was said, but felt it was verbally abusive in nature. The Facility's Final Report sent to IDPH on 3/11/24 documents, Staff and interviewable residents were interviewed with no findings. Abuse was not substantiated. On 4/16/24 at 4:00 PM, V1, Administrator, stated abuse was not substantiated because the employee was not directing the words toward the resident. 3. R3's Face Sheet documents, R3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including cerebral infarction, severe protein calorie malnutrition, weakness, knee pain and need for assistance with personal care. R3's MDS, dated [DATE], documented R3 was moderately cognitively impaired, ambulated via wheelchair, and required partial/moderate assistance with rolling side to side, sitting to lying, lying to sitting and transfer. R3's Care Plan, last reviewed 4/2/24, documents R3 is at risk for abuse and neglect related to physical limitations. R4's Face Sheet documents R4 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including type 2 diabetes mellitus, cerebral infarction, dysarthria following unspecified cerebrovascular disease, major depressive disorder, and unspecified psychosis. R4's MDS, dated [DATE], documented, R4 was cognitively intact, ambulated via wheelchair, and was dependent with bed mobility and transfer. R4's Care Plan, printed 4/17/24, documents R4 is at risk for abuse and neglect and has a tendency to communicate with aggression when he is bothered with no intentions to harm others, most often occurring in the dining room. R4's Progress Note dated 3/27/24 documents, resident was observed hitting another resident in the dining room. R3's Progress Note by V19, LPN, on 3/27/24 at 10:19 AM documents, This nurse made aware by another nurse that at approx. (approximately) 10am, this resident was in the dinning {sic} room when she was struck on the right side of her head by a male resident, this resident assessed at this time, no redness, bruising or open area noted to right side of head, resident denies feeling dizzy, having blurred vision or c/o (complaint of) a headache. On 4/18/24 at 8:35 AM, V18, Activities Aid, stated, I saw (R4) punch (R3) the back to the head. I heard chairs moving because (R3) moves chairs and fixes up the dining room, and I heard (R4) .maybe (R3) bumped him, maybe (R3) hit him .I don't know why I heard (R4). I was in the office. (R4) can't yell anymore because he is weak, but he will talk and cuss and make threats. All I seen (sic) was (R3) had her back to him and she was pushing a chair to a table, and he rolled up and punched her to the back of the head. On 4/18/24 at 10:45 AM, V19, LPN, stated she did not witness the incident between R3 and R4, but R3 told her R4 came up behind her and hit her in the back of the head. She thought R3 complained of a headache, but does not recall any visible injury. She stated R4 had never previously had an altercation with R3, but if you bumped into his chair he would yell and scream and start swinging at you. On 4/16/24 at 4:00 PM, V1, Administrator, stated the abuse was not substantiated because willful intent was not there, and the residents were only trying to communicate with each other. On 4/18/24 at 2:15 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated she expects the Facility to follow its abuse policy. The Facility's Abuse Policy and Prevention Program 2022, dated 10/22, documents, This facility affirms the right of our residents to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of foods and services by staff or mistreatment. This facility therefore prohibits abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, and mistreatment of residents. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of goods and services by staff and mistreatment of residents. This facility is committed to protecting our residents from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property and mistreatment by anyone including, but not limited to, facility staff, other residents, consultants, volunteers, staff from other agencies providing services to the individual, family members or legal guardians, friends or any other individuals.
Jan 2024 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (F) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to dispose of biohazardous material in a proper way to prevent the transmission of infections. This failure has the potential to...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to dispose of biohazardous material in a proper way to prevent the transmission of infections. This failure has the potential to affect all 108 residents residing in the facility. Findings include: On 1/24/24 at 9:20 AM, the 100-hall soiled utility room was observed with no red biohazard bags or biohazard box noted in the room. On 1/24/24 at 9:25 AM, the 300-hall soiled utility room was observed with a red biohazard bag with material in it, sitting on the counter, not secured properly. There was no biohazard box in the room. On 1/24/24 at 9:55 AM, the 500-hall soiled utility room was observed with several unused biohazard boxes and red biohazard bags available to staff. On 1/24/24 at 8:40 AM, V1, Administrator, stated they use a biohazardous waste company to remove the biohazardous material. V1 stated they made a pickup last week. On 1/24/24 at 8:50 AM, V3, Environmental Director, stated they use the red biohazard bags, those bags are placed in the soiled utility rooms until they are picked up by the biohazard company. On 1/24/24 at 9:00 AM, V2, Director of Nursing (DON), stated biohazard material is anything with blood or body fluids on it and the trash/linen from the isolation rooms. V2 stated if they do, it is placed in the red biohazard bags and placed in the soiled utility rooms, if it is linen, it is double bagged and goes to laundry. On 1/24/24 at 10:05 AM, V3, Environmental Director, stated they have plenty of biohazard boxes. V3 stated after the biohazard material is placed in the red biohazard bags, they are placed in the biohazard boxes. V3 stated he is not sure why there aren't any biohazard boxes in the 100 or 300 hall soiled utility rooms. The Biohazard Waste policy, with a review date of 9/2023, documents the following: Infectious material will be disposed of in such a manner as to prevent transmission of disease. Infectious material is defined as an object that contains or is soiled with human blood or blood products or body fluids. This includes all needles, blades or instruments that have the potential to come in contact with body fluids. Biohazard containers lined with red plastic bags will be stored on nursing units in the soiled utility room until full. The containers and the liners must be marked with the Biohazard symbol. The housekeeping department is responsible for transporting the sealed boxes to the holding area. The sealed biohazard waste boxes are picked up by a medical waste company on a scheduled basis. Discard regulated waste at the site of use by securing in a bag, then transporting to the biohazard waste container. Items to be placed in the regulated/biohazard waste (regulated body fluids): blood and blood components, semen, vaginal secretions, pleural fluid, cerebrospinal fluid, peritoneal dialysis fluid, synovial fluid, any other bodily fluid contaminated with blood, heavily soiled dressings, and canisters with regulated fluids (suction, hemovacs, drains). The Daily Census Report, dated 1/24/24, documents there are 108 residents residing in the facility.
MINOR (C) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact

Garbage Disposal (Tag F0814)

Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents

Based on observation, interview, and record review, facility failed to dispose of trash in a proper manner. This failure has the potential to affect all 108 residents residing in the facility. Finding...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, facility failed to dispose of trash in a proper manner. This failure has the potential to affect all 108 residents residing in the facility. Findings include: On 1/24/24 at 8:20 AM, the dumpster was observed outside at the back of the building. It was full, but the lid did close. On 1/24/24 at 8:30 AM, an initial tour of the building was conducted. A foul odor was noted throughout the facility. On 1/24/24 at 9:20 AM, the 100 hall soiled utility room was observed with the same foul odor as noted throughout the facility. There was trash in trash bags laying on the floor, not in a trash receptacle. On 1/24/24 at 9:25 AM, the 300 hall soiled utility room was observed with the same foul odor as noted throughout the facility. There was trash in trash bags laying on the floor, not in a trash receptacle. Red biohazard bag with material in it, sitting on the counter and was not closed. There was no biohazard container in the room. On 1/24/24 at 10:00 AM, V1, Administrator, stated the trash in the soiled utility rooms should be in a trash can/receptacle. V1 stated they do not have a policy on trash disposal or storage of trash. On 1/24/24 at 10:05 AM, V3, Environmental Director, stated when the dumpster is full, they keep the regular trash in the soiled utility rooms until the waste company comes and empties the dumpster. V3 stated the waste company comes every other day to empty it, and they were just here yesterday 1/23/24, so they will come tomorrow, 1/25/24, to empty it and they will take the trash out then. V3 stated they do that so the trash smell doesn't go out on the resident hallways, it is kept in the soiled utility room or by the laundry room door until the dumpster is emptied. V3 stated the floor tech takes the regular trash from the soiled utility rooms and takes it to the dumpster. V3 stated he is not sure why the trash in the bags is on the floor and not in a trash can. The Daily Census Report, dated 1/24/24, documents there are 108 residents residing in the facility.
Jan 2024 1 deficiency 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a safe transfer was done for 1 of 3 residents ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a safe transfer was done for 1 of 3 residents (R3) reviewed for transfers in the sample of 6. This failure resulted in R3 being sent to the hospital and receiving 7 staples to his head. Findings include: R3's Physician Order Sheet for January 2024 documents a diagnosis of Unspecified Protein calorie malnutrition, Need for assistance with personal care, weakness, other reduced mobility, deforming dorsopathies, dysphagia, polyp of colon, barretts esophagus without dysphasia, disorientation, abnormal weight loss, Personal history of traumatic brain injury. R3 has an order for pureed diet, health shakes twice a day, super cereal at breakfast, and fortified pudding at lunch and dinner. Resident is also supposed to wear hip protectors every shift. R3's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R3 was severely impaired for cognition. For eating he requires substantial /maximal assistance, dependent on staff for toileting, is dependent on staff for all efforts for chair/bed to chair transfer and does not walk. R3's Care Plan documents (R3) requires assist with daily care needs related impaired functional and cognition deficits. Resident is dependent on staff for transfers, toileting, peri-care, dressing and grooming and eating. (R3) is a high risk for falls related limited physical mobility, contractures, poor cognition, and poor safety awareness. R3's Progress Notes, dated 1/5/2024 at 4:57 PM, Note Text: 4:28 PM: Hall CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) reported to this writer that the resident rolled out of the bed as she was preparing him for transfer, as she left to get assistance. Upon entry the resident was lying on his right side. Two open areas noted to the mid and left of his forehead. Resident moaning and grimacing in pain. ROM (range of motion) WNL (within normal limits), Contracted. Resident assisted back to bed x 2 attendants. 4:33 PM: EMS (emergency medical services) contacted for transport. R3's Initial Report, dated 1/5/2024 at 4:28 PM, Dependent resident who requires mechanical assist with transfers was observed on the floor from fall that resulted in 2 lacerations to right side of forehead requiring staples. On 1/9/2023 at 12:22 PM, R4, Roommate of R3, stated,(R3) was up in the air with the machine they use to pick you up and move you around. There was only one girl in her in the room when (R3) fell out. I did not know the girl; she was not one of our regular CNA's. I could see (R3) on the floor and there was blood everywhere even with my curtain pulled I saw him on the ground. Then when staff ran in here because there was a big boom the pad was still on the chair up in the air, and (R3) was on the floor and the pad was hanging with one hook. (R3) got a nasty cut on his head. Staff tried to then say (R3) fell from his bed and that is not true. He fell from the machine. He usually has two staff when they use that machine on him. That day he only had one staff. My curtain was pulled and I could see (R3) on the floor bleeding, and I saw the shadows through the curtain of him up in the air. Now they are trying to tell everyone he fell out of the bed and that is not true. R4's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R4 is cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. R3's Investigation from 1/5/2024 documents a Statement from V6, CNA, I dressed patient, cleaned patient up and put (mechanical lift) pad under patient. Curtain was pulled, bed in lowest position, Patient was resistance (sic), but I was able to do care. I left the room to get another CNA, we came back and (R3) was on the floor. We alerted the nurse, rolled patient side to side while nurse assessed him. Under the nurse's orders we lift patient into bed, nurse called EMS (emergency medical services). Multiple attempts were made to contact V6 and she did not return any calls, and was not working in the facility during this survey. R3's Fall investigation on 1/5/2024 documents a Statement from (R4), Resident states it was only one CNA in the room during the event in question. Resident states the CNA entered the room, put the resident up in the (mechanical lift) and left out of the room to get some help. Resident states when the CNA re-entered the room (R3) fell out of the (mechanical lift) and on the floor. This nurse asked the resident was the position of his room curtain at the time of the fall in question, resident stated the curtain was closed but he saw the resident's shadow through the curtain so that's how he knows the resident was up in the (mechanical lift) at the time of the fall. R3's Investigation from 1/5/2024 documents a Statement from V7, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), documents, This writer was told by hall CNA that resident in room (R3's) room had rolled out of the bed and was bleeding from his head. CNA was asked how that happened. She stated that she had just cleaned resident up and placed him on a (mechanical lift) pad, she then stated she left the room to get assistance when she returned the resident was laying on the floor. Upon entry resident was laying on the floor on his right side, noted with two open areas to middle right side of forehead. After evaluation of the resident, I instruct both hall CNA's to assist resident back to his bed. I did not return until EMS arrived. A Statement from V4, EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), dated 1/5/2024 at 4:38 PM, documents, I responded to facility for a traumatic injury, Dispatch indicated a [AGE] year-old man fell from a (mechanical) lift and suffered two head injuries. On our arrival, nursing facility staff directed is to the patient's room in the 200 hall. We located the patient (R3) in his bed and retracted to his right side. Initial assessment on (R3) revealed he had two lacerations on left and right side of his bed as I stood at the foot end. He appeared alert and orientated x 0. His verbal response included moaning sounds. (V9) asked several facility employees what happened as they entered the room. No one could report on the incident, and indicated they were not with (R3). They didn't appear to know who was with him when the injury occurred. (V9) asked them to seek out they employee who was with (R3) when the injury occurred. One employee returned and indicated she could not locate the involved employee (s). (R3's) roommate (R4) recognized several employees who entered the room by name. He appeared alert and orientated x 4. He told us the staff uses the (mechanical lift) on him, and the device requires two people. He only saw one employee using the mechanical lift when (R3) fell from the device. He said, (R3) was way up there. We lifted (R3) from his bed to the stretcher with the use of bed linens. He continued to lay in a retracted position on his right side. He did not make any significant movements or appear he could sit up without full assistance. As we walked down the 200 hall with (R3) on the stretcher, we encountered another employee who identified herself as knowing about the incident. She stated (R3) did not fall from a (mechanical lift), but she found him on the floor next to his bed. R3's Hospital Report, dated 1/5/2024, also documents, EMS reports original EMS call was for patient falling out of (mechanical lift). EMS reports upon arrival nursing home staff reluctant to come with information about fall and reported patient fell out of bed. Patient's roommate who is alert and orientated x 4 reported to EMS the nursing home staff had patient in (mechanical lift) and dropped him out of (mechanical lift). Patient has laceration to left and right forehead. Patient is alert and orientated x 0. R3 received 7 sutures at the hospital for his head. On 1/9/2024 at 2:41 PM, V8, Local Police, stated, they (city) were contacted regarding the dispatch on 1/5/2024, and they stated they received a call on 1/5/2023 at 4:37 PM regarding a fall from a resident that was preparing to transfer with a (mechanical lift) and the resident fell. On 1/10/2024 at 9:48 AM, V7, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated, I am an agency nurse I was working at the facility ,and the aid working on the 200/400 hall, I believe her name was (V6), came and got me and told me a resident had fell off the bed and was on the floor. I ran to the room and the resident has contractures and I saw that his bed bolsters were in place. (R3) was on the floor. The mechanical lift was in the room, but it was pushed to the side. I believe the pad was on the bed. (R3) was on the floor. There was blood and (R3) had a cut to his head. I asked (V6) to get help and transfer (R3) to his bed and I went and called for help. I did not assist with the transfer or with (R3) being transferred back to bed. On 1/12/2023 at 11:04 AM, V4, Emergency Medical Services Technician, stated, We received a call from the facility alerting us that a resident was being transferred with the mechanical lift and fell from the machine. When I arrived at the facility, I got an interview with (R4), the roommate, who corroborated the event. When I tried to talk to staff, nobody knew anything, and nobody would admit that anyone had fallen. (R3) is so fragile, and thin and vulnerable. When we arrived at the facility, the mechanical lift was outside of the room, there was blood on the floor and on the mechanical lift. It does not make sense because they are the ones who made the call about someone falling from the lift. The Facility Fall Policy, with a review date of 9/2023, documents, This facility is committed to maximizing each resident's physical, mental and psychosocial well-being. While preventing all falls is not possible, the facility will identify and evaluate those residents at risk for falls, plan for preventive strategies, and facilitate as safe an environment as possible. All falls shall be reviewed, and the resident's existing plan of care shall be evaluated and modified as needed.
Jan 2024 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Investigate Abuse (Tag F0610)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to ensure a thorough investigation was completed for 1 of 3 residents (R2) reviewed for investigations in the sample of 12. Findings include:...

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Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to ensure a thorough investigation was completed for 1 of 3 residents (R2) reviewed for investigations in the sample of 12. Findings include: On 1/3/2024 at 2:04 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, (R2) is currently at the hospital. He was upset because back in August there was an incident with him and V4, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). He accused (V4) of hitting him. I did an investigation, and the Nurse Practitioner (V8) was in the room the entire time and was a witness and she stated, at no time did the staff member hit or strike (R2). (R2) was verbally abusive to (V4) and threw water on her and went off on her when she was trying to give him his medication. (V8) was in the room the whole time, the curtain was not pulled, and she was able to view everything. When (V4) exited the room, her clothes were soaked/wet. Anyway, I suspended (V4) and did the investigation, but I did not substantiate it because there was a witness. I moved (V4) to another hall. (R2) then saw (V4) yesterday working on the hallway and (R2) became upset because she was working in the building, and he called the EMS (Emergency Medical Service) to come and take him to the hospital. He is currently at the hospital, and he is planning on returning tomorrow, and then we will send him to our sister facility. (R2) has some behavior issues and at times he has made sexual comments to staff when they are providing services. He comes back tomorrow, and I will interview him again to ensure nothing else has happened and he does not have any other allegations that need addressed. I am not aware of any other issues and or any allegations of any other staff member hitting (R2). Yes, he had a roommate, I believe (R7) was his roommate at that time and he was also interviewed. On 1/4/2024 at 8:29 AM, V5, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) stated, I remember the incident and I made a statement. I was in the hallway, and I was not able to see anything, and I could not tell you if (V4) did or did not hit (R2). I only heard (R2) yelling because he said he was in pain and the nurse told him she would get him a Tylenol and he was upset because he did not want Tylenol, and (V4) said she would call his doctor, and then I saw a water pitcher fly through the door frame. I can only tell you what I heard as I did not see anything. (R2) was yelling and swearing really loud. V5's statement, dated 8/23/2023, documented, I was setting in the hallway/when I heard (R2) yelling at the nurse when the nurse told him here is his medication, he called her the B word and so much more then I heard something hit the floor and water running on the floor where he had thrown his water pitcher. R2's Progress Notes, dated 8/23/2023, at 9:38 AM, documented, This nurse entered resident's room to administer medication, resident stated he needed pain medication, right fuc*ing now. This nurse reassured resident that he would get medication, resident immediate began to scream ugly black no booty having ass bitc*. I hate your ass. Floor staff was standing by the door while resident was displaying behaviors. While attempting to leave out of room resident threw a cup of listerine and struck nurse then began to throw water containers against the wall. (V8, Cardiologist Nurse Practitioner) heard encounter and stated to send resident to (Psych Hospital) related to behaviors and aggression. When police arrived, resident began crying and yelling false statements saying he was struck by this nurse. Multiple witnesses confirmed that resident was not struck. POA was notified of incident and agreed to send resident out. On 1/4/2024 at 9:10 AM, V6, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated she had brought (R2) his breakfast tray earlier in the day, but she could not deny of confirm anything that happened inside the room, as she only heard the water pitcher being thrown out the door and (R2) yelling. V6's statement, dated 8/23/2023, documented, I spoke with (V6), CNA. She did not witness anything as she was down the hall, but did not hear items thrown at wall. (V6) stated she brought (R2's) breakfast tray this morning and he was dry, all needs were met. V8's interview, dated 8/23/2023 at 9:34 AM, I was initially in the hall rounding, and I could hear patient (R2) on the 200 hall yelling at the nurse when she went into the room to give him his medication, I walked towards his room and then in the doorway could hear him yelling at the staff member and then he threw an object with liquid at her. She then turned around and walked out of the room. She was visibly upset and covered in fluid. At that time, I contacted the house NP (Nurse Practitioner) and recommended that he be evaluated at a psychiatric facility to be stabilized and treated. R2's Final Report documents, On August 23, 2023, Administrator entered facility at 9:00 AM, with the presence of EMS (emergency medical service) and Police were speaking with (R2). Police interviewed (V8) with Administrator present, in which (V8) was present in resident room with floor nurse (V4) when resident because verbally aggressive and threw objects with liquid at nurse when presented him with his morning medications. (V8) witnessed nurse immediately leave the room covered in fluid and visibly upset. (V8) contacted house NP and recommended that resident be sent out for psyche evaluation. Police obtained pictures of resident face with no markings. V2 and V1 witnessed no markings to resident face. Resident agreed to be seen psych and left to (psych hospital). This report was not verified and unsubstantiated. On 1/4/2024 at 9:10 AM, V1, Administrator stated she had provided all of the investigation, including interviews and everything from the investigation was in the folder provided. Review of R2's investigation file, provided by the facility on 1/3/2023, did not have any resident interviews related to care provided to them by V4, nor any questions to other residents asking them if they had had any altercations with (V4), and if they felt safe in the facility. R2's investigations does not have any interviews from staff asking them if they had ever witnessed V4 being short or impatient with residents, or having ever seen V4 hit another resident. On 1/5/2024 at 3:23 PM, V8, Nurse Practitioner stated, I did make a statement for the facility and the police. I was in the hallway so I can not testify if the nurse did or did not hit (R4). I only heard him yelling and then walked into the room as he was very upset and was yelling. The facility's Abuse Policy, dated 2022, documented, The facility affirms the right of our resident to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriate of property, deprivation of goods and services by staff or mistreatment. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within it's control to prevent occurrences of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, deprivation of goods and services by staff and mistreatment of residents. The Investigation Procedures: The appointed investigator will at minimum, attempt to interview the person who reported the incident, anyone likely to have direct knowledge of the incident and the resident if interveiwable. Any written statements that have been submitted will be reviewed, along with pertinent medical records or other documents. Residents to whom the accused has regularly provided care, and employee's with whom the accused has regularly worked, will be interviewed.
Dec 2023 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to implement safety measures and failed to make sure the bed was prope...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to implement safety measures and failed to make sure the bed was properly maintained for 1 of 4 residents (R1) reviewed for falls in a sample of 4. Findings include: R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R1 is cognitively intact. R1's Electronic Health Record (EHR) documents R1 has diagnoses of Cerebral Infarction; Muscle Weakness; Hemiplegia Unspecified Dominant Right Side; Restless Leg Syndrome; Difficulty in Walking; and Fusion of Spine. R1's Nurses Notes, dated 12/4/23, documents nurse observed resident on floor at bedside on buttocks. She (R1) stated she (R1) was attempting to transfer from wheelchair to bed when her (R1) bed moved causing her to fall. Resident (R1) had the appropriate footwear, however, bed was unable to lock. No injuries noted and resident (R1) denies pain and discomfort. Education provided on the use of call light for further assistance. R1's Care Plan, dated 10/26/23, documents Focus Fall: Resident (R1) is at risk for falls; Functional Deficits, Poor balance. Goal: Resident will remain free from falls through next review date;12/4/2023. Fall Interventions: 1) Environmental assessment bed switched with working bed. 2) Fall risk assessment quarterly and as needed 3)Notify MD (Medical Doctor) and family of any new fall 4) Therapy as needed 5)Promote placement of call light within reach and assess resident's ability to use. R1's Fall investigation, dated 12/4/23, documents nurse observed resident on floor on buttocks. Resident (R1) stated she was attempting to transfer self from wheelchair to bed when the bed moved causing her (R1) to fall. She denies hitting her head and does not complain of pain or discomfort at this time. Intervention from the interdisciplinary team meeting malfunctioning bed immediately replaced with properly working bed with properly working brakes. On 12/12/2023 at 1:30 PM, R1 stated, I had chair backed up toward the wall, I was trying to get in the bed. I did not see my call light. I got up and the bed started moving over toward the wall here by the window. They came and got me up off the floor it took two of them. States, the top of the bed wasn't locking but they fixed it now. R1 stated no injuries at the time. On 12/14/2023 at 12:07 PM, V16 (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN) stated, Someone alerted me that (R1) had fallen and when I went into there, she was sitting on her buttocks parallel to her bed on the floor. It wasn't a far distance from her bed. I asked (R1) what happened, and she stated to me that she was trying to get back into the bed. We got her back into the bed (CNA/Certified Nurse Assistant- unidentified), and I asked her not to try and get out of her bed because I checked it and it was not locking. (R1) usually gets in and out of the bed by herself. I reported it to administration. I can't recall who the CNA was that helped me. The Facility's Fall Prevention and Management Policy, dated 9/2023, documents, while preventing all falls is not possible, the facility will identify and evaluate those resident at risk for falls, plan for preventive strategies, and facilitate as safe an environment as possible. All resident falls shall be reviewed, and the resident's existing plan of care shall be evaluated and modified as needed. A fall risk evaluation will be completed on admission, readmission, and quarterly, significant change and after each fall.
Sept 2023 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to develop/implement a Care Plan focus area to address c...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to develop/implement a Care Plan focus area to address compliance with tube feedings and recommendations to remain elevated after feedings for one of two residents (R25) reviewed for tube feeding in the sample of 35. Findings Include: R25's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R25 is cognitively intact. R25's Physician Order Sheet (POS), dated 7/20/23, documents R25 is NPO (nothing by mouth). R25's POS, dated 8/11/23, documents water flush 200ML (milliliters) additional water in between feedings. R25's POS, dated 8/14/23, documents Osmolite 1.5 340ML four times per day. (bolus) On 8/31/23 at 2:00PM, V1 (Administrator) stated, We don't have a Tube Feeding Care Plan, it is included with the ADL (Activities of Daily Living) and Hydration Care Plans. The ADL Care Plan dated 8/8/23 only documents R25 received feeding/nutrition through gastric feedings. R25's Hydration Care Plan only documents R25 is at risk for alteration in fluid volume r/t (related to) use of gastric feeding for nutrition and fluids; (R25) will refuse to have staff turn on gastric tube feeding at times. R25's Nursing Note, dated 8/18/23, documents, 'resident (R25) in room lying in bed. Non-compliant with keeping HOB (head of bed) elevated. Resident (R25) was educated on importance.' R25's Nursing Note, dated 8/28/23, documents, (R25) refused 2 (of his) Osmolite bolus feedings this shift. (R25) was reminded to keep HOB (head of bed) elevated but is not always compliant. On 8/31/23 at 11:35 AM, V9 (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN) entered R25's room, and told him she would like to do his feeding. V9 checked for placement and did a 100 ml water flush, and then the 340cc of Osmolite. V9 finished with a 100cc of water. R25 had to be talked into getting his head let up for the feeding. R25 demanded his head be let down again directly after the feeding. V9 let his head down immediately after the tube feeding bolus was completed. (R25's head should be elevated after his feeding). On 8/31/23 at 11:28 AM, V9 (LPN) stated, He does not like to have his head elevated. On 9/1/23 at 11:00 AM, V1 stated, We are trying to set him up with (a local hospital behavior health program) but he refused. We will approach him again. The Facility Policy titled Tube Feeding, dated 9/22, documents, The head of the bed should be elevated 30-45 degrees unless ordered differently.
Aug 2023 3 deficiencies 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Respiratory Care (Tag F0695)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure respiratory therapy is administered with a phy...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure respiratory therapy is administered with a physician's order and monitored during administration for 3 of 4 residents (R1, R2 and R3) reviewed for respiratory care in the sample of 7. This failure resulted in R2's oxygen blood saturation levels being low, emergency service being dispatched, and R2 being sent to local hospital for medical evaluation. Findings include: 1.R2's Physician Order Sheet (POS), dated August 2023, documents a R2 had diagnoses of Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, weakness, need for assistance with personal care, acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure, hepatic encephalopathy, acquired absence of left leg below the knee, cardiac arrhythmia, and aortic valve stenosis. R2's Physician Order Sheet did not have an order for R2 to receive oxygen. R2's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R2 was moderately impaired for cognition for decision making of activities of daily living. The MDS also documents R2 uses a wheelchair and has impairment on his lower extremity. R2's Care Plan documents R2 was admitted to the facility for skilled stay requiring physician ordered, medically necessary services, including direct therapy services, skilled nursing care, management and evaluation of the patient care plan, observation, and assessment of the patient's condition and/or teaching and training activities related to the reason for stay or in preparation to transition to less care environment. R2's Progress Notes, dated 7/24/2023 at 10:51 AM, documents, Resident put on 2 liters of oxygen related to shortness of breath. Spoke with wife she stated she wanted resident sent out to (Hospital) for further evaluation. R2's Hospital Records, dated 7/25/2023 at 11:40 AM, documents, Patient report chest pain and SOB (shortness of breath) on and off this weekend. Denies chest pain at this time. Plan to admit and treat for unstable angina. Patient seen and examined. Reports that his chest pain has been intermittently present over the past month and associated with some radiation to the left elbow with some shortness of breath associated. R2's Progress Notes, dated 7/29/2923 at 8:00 AM, documents, Resident back at the facility, alert, and orientated x 3 with confusion. BP (Blood pressure) 128/69, pulse 50 and O2 (oxygen) 99% on 2 liters of oxygen. R2's Progress Notes does not document why he was on 2 liters of oxygen or if the physician was contacted. R2's Oxygen Saturations were documented as being taken on 7/30/2023 at 11:55 PM, and was documented as being 98% on room air. R2's medical record does not document when R2 was started on oxygen or when R2 was taken off of oxygen. R2's Progress Notes, dated 7/31/2023 at 8:10 AM, (Written by V13, Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN) documented, Informed by staff resident was unresponsive. Upon assessment resident noted to be in room lying in bed. Labored breathing noted with decrease spo2 (oxygen level) 69% with o2 via NC (nasal cannula). O2 increased to 4L/Nc (liters/nasal cannula). Uneven respirations noted. Resident not alert and minimal response to sternum rub. HOB (head of bed) elevated 911 called at this time. Call made to spouse no answer. 8:24 AM, 911 EMS (emergency medical service) here to assist at this time. 8:30 AM Resident transported to ER (emergency room) at this time. Attempt to call spouse regarding resident status no answer at this time. R2's Ambulance Service Report, dated 7/31/2023, documents, Dispatched to local skilled nursing facility. For [AGE] year-old male (R2) patient, not responsive. Facility staff stated they found the patient in this condition with his oxygen concentrator alarming. No one was able to advise us of his first known normal or baseline orientation aside from more alert than this. They stated they checked his pulse oxygen, and it was in the 60's so they brought a portable oxygen tank and place him on 4 liters by nasal cannula with minimal improvement they called us. Patient's (oxygen pulse level) on 4 liters/pm was 88%. The Report documented his lung sounds were clear and equal bilaterally and he had strong radial pulses. R2's Hospital Records, dated 7/31/2023 at 2:38 PM, documented, (R2) is an [AGE] year-old male admitted [DATE] with sepsis. He is a nursing home resident and was found unresponsive by staff with an empty oxygen tank. SPO2 (oxygen) when he was found was 60 %. He was transported to hospital for further care. On arrival he was noted to be hypotensive and started on Levophed. He was seen and evaluated in the ED (Emergency Department) prior to transfer to the ICU (Intensive Care Unit). On 8/22/2023 at 3:45 PM, V23, Medical Doctor from the hospital, stated R2 was not sent back to the facility with an order for oxygen on 7/29/2023 when he returned to the facility. R2's Medical Records does not document any order for the use of oxygen and or monitoring of oxygen before 8/4/2023. On 8/16/2023 at 3:04 PM, V5, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated, I use to care for (R2); he was my buddy. He came here for rehab because he lost his leg. He has some heart issues, and he went downhill and passed away. He was here just last month. It makes me sad. On the day (R2's) oxygen was broken, there was no nurse working the 200-hall. I cannot say why there was no nurse that day. On 8/16/2023 at 3:13 PM, V9, CNA stated, I remember (R2); he was in a wheelchair and was here for rehabilitation because he lost his leg. I did not have any problems with him. He passed away here in the building. I am not aware of any issues with oxygen, but I know we were out of oxygen tanks today, and we're waiting for a delivery of new tanks. V9 stated he was not sure how long the facility had been out of tanks. V9 stated, Maybe 24 hours or less. On 8/16/2023 at 2:33 PM, V22, Emergency Medical Technician, stated, I was told by the nurse (R2) was found unresponsive by staff with an empty oxygen tank and his SPO2 (oxygen) when he was found was 60 % and reported it to the hospital, but I cannot confirm or deny this if this was accurate, or if the oxygen tank was empty. When we hooked (R2) up to the oxygen, his oxygen stats improved. At 8:26 he was at 88 (%), at 8:31 he was at 97 (%) and at 8:51 he was at 100%. On 8/17/2023 at 1:04 PM, V15, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated, I know why you are calling me. The facility is trying to get rid of me because on 7/31/2023 at 11:30 AM, I heard a nurse saying (V16) she was going to send (R2) out. I went down the 200-hall, which was not my hall, and I saw (R2) was lethargic and was mouth breathing. I was working the 300-hall. (V16, LPN) was working the 100 hall and (V18, LPN) was working the 400/500 hall. We found out later (V17, LPN) was a no show/no call off and did not report to work. (R2), who was on the 200 hall, was diabetic and I went and took a blood glucose level, and he was 202. I started rubbing his sternum because he was unconscious. I went and checked his oxygen level, and he was at 60%, so I turned his oxygen up, and told the nurse to go and get a crash cart. His oxygen levels did not change. (R2) was on an oxygen concentrator in his room, that was not working. The Physical Therapist was pregnant, and she came, and she brought me an oxygen tank and we hooked him up on tank since the concentrator was not working. The oxygen concentrator was broken, so we put him on a portable oxygen tank, which are also hard to find sometimes too. We had a nurse call off that day, and there was no nurse assigned to that hall because of the No show, no call off nurse. Later, (V16) the other nurse came to me and asked me if I was working that hall, and I told her no and nobody bothered to tell me that no nurse was assigned to the hall, and nobody was monitoring the residents on the 200- hall. (V16) said she was not told that either, and was not checking on the 200 hall residents either. (R2) was talking and came into the facility for therapy because he lost a leg. I went to the DON (Director of Nursing) and (V1, Administrator) and told them the oxygen concentrator was not working. They immediately went into his room and removed it. I am not going to lose my license over the facility not assigning a nurse to the 200-hall. I was really upset about (R2), and I also reported to the EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) what had happened. There was no nurse working that hall that day, and nobody was checking on (R2), and whoever put that oxygen concentrator on him should have been monitoring it, so they would have known he was not getting his oxygen with that oxygen concentrator. I know (V11, Wound Nurse) gave the medications that morning, but she was not working that hall other than giving out the medications. On 8/17/2023 at 2:23 PM, V16, LPN stated, I was working the day (R2) was having issues with his oxygen. He was not his normal self when I saw him. I was not working that hall that morning. I am not sure who was supposed to be working the 200-hall, but it was not me. I was assigned to a different hall. I went to help (R2), and we (V15, LPN) and I were getting low oxygen saturations levels on him, and I called the EMT (emergency medical team), and we had him sent off. On 8/17/2023 at 2:41 PM, V19, Occupational Therapist (OT), stated, I remember going into (R2's) room. He had been a patient here off and on over the years and we all liked him. When I went into his room, he was breathing different, he had shortness of breath. I immediately went and got the nurse. I do not remember who the nurse was. The nurse began changing the tank, so I left. That is all I remember. On 8/22/2023 at 3:43 PM, V21, Medical Director, stated, I would expect a resident on oxygen to have a working oxygen tank and for staff to be checking the oxygen levels and post oxygen/saturations ensuring the resident is 94% or higher, resting comfortable. If a resident is lower than 94%, I would expect the facility to contact me and send the resident out. I am not aware of any issues with oxygen tanks not working. 2. R1's August 2023 POS documents R1 has diagnoses of acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia, chronic kidney disease, stage 3, congestive heart failure, and dementia. R1's MDS, dated [DATE], documents she was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. R1's Nurse's Notes, dated 8/16/2023 at 5:02 PM, documented, This nurse was in dining room and noted (R1's) oxygen wasn't in place reporting that she was waiting for a new tank as her previous tank wasn't working correctly. (R1) was talking with ease with respirations between 18-20. (R1) denied any difficulties and continued conversation with other resident. On 8/17/2023 at 4:50 PM, R1 was in the dining room. R1's oxygen tank was on the back of her wheelchair, but the tubing was in the back not within reach of R1. R1 was not wearing any nose cannula and was not getting any oxygen. On 8/17/2023 at 5:05 PM, R1 stated, My tank is not working. They are supposed to be getting me another one. I am supposed to be on oxygen 24 hours, seven days a week. I have a machine at my bed and that works okay but this portable one does not work. I am not wearing it because no air is coming out. They don't seem to care that I am not wearing my oxygen, but I am not wearing it because it is not working. This is not a one-time thing. It happens a lot when I leave my room. On 8/17/2023 at 12:47 PM, V14, Nurse Practitioner, stated, I was in the facility yesterday and I observed (R1) without an oxygen tank on while she was in her room and was only on room air. When I asked staff why, I do not remember the names of the staff, but they told me the facility was out of oxygen tanks. I would expect the facility to always have oxygen tanks available for residents 24 hours a day, seven days a week. I would expect staff to monitor residents especially residents on oxygen. They told me they were expecting some tanks to be delivered later that day. If a resident needs oxygen but is not getting that oxygenj that can lead to hypoxia. Hypoxemia is a below-normal level of oxygen in your blood, specifically in the arteries and can cause significant harm if left untreated. 3.R3's August 2023 POS documents R3 had diagnoses of Respiratory failure and sleep apnea. R3's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R3 was cognitively alert for decision making. On 8/16/2023 at 10:33 AM, R3 stated the facility had run out of oxygen, and they were waiting for some tanks to come in today. She was not sure how long, but it had been a few days now. It was not uncommon for the facility to run out of tanks, and she needs the tanks so she can do therapy. On 8/16/2023 at 10:39 AM, V20, Physical Therapist, stated, I have had to replace the tanks on (R3) when she came in to do therapy. She is the only resident on the top of my head that I have that uses oxygen. I know sometimes when she comes in here, she does not always have a full tank of oxygen. The Oxygen Administration Policy, with a revision date of 9/2022, documents, It is the policy of this facility that oxygen shall be used in a safe and effective manner in accordance with applicable rules and regulations and the standard of care.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to update care plans for 4 of 4 residents (R1, R2, R3, R...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to update care plans for 4 of 4 residents (R1, R2, R3, R4) reviewed for care plans in the sample of 8. Findings include: 1. R1's Physician's Order Sheet (POS) documents R1 had diagnoses of acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia, chronic kidney disease, stage 3, congestive heart failure, and dementia. R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents she was cognitively intact for decision making of activities of daily living. On 8/17/2023 at 4:50 PM, R1 was in the dining room. Oxygen tank was on the back of her wheelchair, but the tubing was in the back, not within reach of R1. R1 was not wearing any nose cannula and was not getting any oxygen. On 8/17/2023 at 5:05 PM, R1 stated, I am supposed to be on oxygen 24 hours, seven days a week. R1's Care Plan, undated, was reviewed and does not document she is on oxygen or needs oxygen therapy. There were no goals and or interventions documented for the use of oxygen. 2. R2's POS, dated August 2023, documents R2 has diagnoses of Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, weakness, need for assistance with personal care, acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure, hepatic encephalopathy, acquired absence of left leg below the knee, cardiac arrhythmia, and aortic valve stenosis. R2's Progress Notes, dated 7/31/2023 at 8:10 AM, Note Text: Informed by staff resident was unresponsive. Upon assessment resident noted to be in room lying in bed. Labored breathing noted with decrease spo2 (oxygen level) 69% with o2 via NC (nasal cannula). O2 increased to 4L/Nc. Uneven respirations noted. Resident not alert and minimal response to sternum rub. HOB (head of bed) elevated 911 called at this time. Call made to spouse no answer. 8:24 AM, 911 ems (emergency medical system) here to assist at this time. 8:30 AM Resident transported to ER (emergency room) at this time. Attempt to call spouse regarding resident status no answer at this time. R2's Care Plan, undated, was reviewed and does not document the use of oxygen or needs oxygen therapy. There were no goals and/or interventions documented for the use of oxygen. 3. R3's August 2023 POS documents a diagnosis of Respiratory failure and sleep apnea. R3's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R11 was cognitively alert for decision making. On 8/16/2023 at 10:33 AM, R3 stated the facility had run out of oxygen, and they were waiting for some tanks to come in today. She was not sure how long, but it had been a few days now. It was not uncommon for the facility to run out of tanks, and she needs the tanks so she can do therapy. R3's Care Plan, undated, was reviewed and does not document the use of oxygen or needs oxygen therapy. There were no goals and or interventions documented for the use of oxygen. 4. R4's Face Sheet documents diagnoses of heart Failure and Pulmonary Embolism and hypertension. R4's August 2023 POS documents, oxygen at 2 LPM per nasal cannula every day and night shift for COPD and Chronic Respiratory Failure. R4's Care Plan, undated does not document R4 is receiving oxygen therapy. On 8/15/2023 at 12:02 PM, V2, Director of Nursing stated, I expect all care plans to be current and up to date. The Facility Resident Right Policy undated documents, The right to participate in the planning process including the right to identify individuals or roles to be included in the planning process, the right to request meetings and the right to request revisions to the person-centered plan of care. The right to participate in establishing the expected goals and outcomes of care, the type, amount, frequency, and duration of care, and any other factors related to the effectiveness of the plan of care.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0725 (Tag F0725)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure enough staff were working for meeting the needs of residents for 5 of 5 residents (R2, R5, R6, R7 and R8) reviewed for staffing in t...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure enough staff were working for meeting the needs of residents for 5 of 5 residents (R2, R5, R6, R7 and R8) reviewed for staffing in the sample of 7. Findings include: Staffing schedules were reviewed and documents on the 200-hall, there was a call off/no show for the nurse on 7/31/2023 for the day shift. No nurse was documented as working the 200-hall on 7/31/2023. The 200 hall documents, V17, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), NCNS (No call, no show). On 8/17/2023 at 2:23 PM, V16, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated, I was working the day (R2) was having issues with his oxygen back in July. He was not his normal self when I saw him. I was not working his hall that morning, but I was working my hall. (R2) was on the 200-hall I was working the 100-hall. I am not sure what nurse was supposed to be working the 200-hall, but it was not me. I was assigned to a different hall. I did not see a nurse or talk to any nurse that was working (R2's) hall that morning he was having issues. Nobody told me to cover the 200-hall and I did not see any nurse working the 200-hall that day. On 8/17/23, the facility provided the following list of residents who were identified as residing on the 200-hall on 7/31/2023: R2, R5, R6, R7, and R8. On 8/17/2023 at 1:04 PM, V11, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated, On 7/31/2023 at 11:30 AM, I heard a nurse saying she was going to send (R2) out. I went down the 200-hall, which was not my hall, and I saw (R2) was lethargic and was mouth breathing. I was working the 300-hall. (V16, LPN) was working the 100-hall, and (V18, LPN) was working the 400/500 hall. We found out later (V17, LPN) was a no show/no call off and did not report to work that day. We had a nurse call off that day, and there was no nurse assigned to that hall because of the No show, no call off nurse. Later, (V16) the other nurse, came to me and asked me if I was working that hall, and I told her no and nobody bothered to tell me that no nurse was assigned to the hall, and nobody was monitoring the residents on the 200-hall. (V16) said she was not told that either, and was not checking on the 200-hall residents either. On 8/16/2023 at 3:04 PM, V5, Certified Nursing Assistant, stated, On the day (R2's) oxygen was broken there was no nurse working the 200-hall. I cannot say why there was no nurse that day. We usually have enough staff. The day (R2) got really sick, I think the nurse didn't show up for her shift. But that is not normal. I know earlier, the Wound Nurse (V11) was passing out medications on that hall, but she was not giving patient care. There was no nurse working the hall. The Facility Assessment, dated 7/3/2023, document the Facility will have Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse staff on days with a census of 100. The Facility Staffing Policy, dated 9/2017, documents, To have the appropriate number of staff available to meet the needs of the residents. It is the staff member's responsibility to be at work when they are scheduled.
Aug 2023 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to monitor and assess residents for frequency of bowel movements to pr...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to monitor and assess residents for frequency of bowel movements to prevent constipation and fecal impaction for 1 of 4 residents (R2) reviewed for quality of care to prevent constipation and fecal impaction in a sample of 4. Findings include: R2's Face Sheet, print date of 08/09/23, documents R2 has diagnoses of Slow transit constipation, personal history of traumatic brain injury, dysphasia, hypertension, and intellectual disabilities. R2's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R2 is severely cognitively impaired, and R2 requires total dependence with bed mobility, transfer, dressing, toilet use, is always incontinent of bladder, and for bowel it documents Bowel- (9)- not rated the resident had an ostomy or did not have a bowel movement for the entire 7 days. R2's Care Plan, with an admission date of 05/12/23, documents, (R2) has a bowel elimination problem related to constipation. At risk for complications. R2's Care Plan Goal documents (R2) will have regular bowel elimination pattern as evidenced by soft/formed bowel movements. R2's Care Plan Interventions documents, Assess and monitor bowel routine. Encourage adequate fluid intake. Give medication as ordered. Monitor and document bowel movements. Monitor for signs and symptoms of GI distress. Monitor/document/report to medical doctor (MD) any signs and symptoms (s/s) of dehydration: dry skin and mucous membranes, poor skin turgor, weight loss, anorexia, malaise, hypotension, increased heart rate, fever, abnormal electrolyte levels. Monitor/document/report to MD for s/s of complications related to (r/t) constipation: change in mental status, new onset: confusion, sleepiness, inability to maintain posture, agitation, bradycardia, abdominal distension, vomiting, small loose stools, abdominal tenderness, guarding, rigidity, fecal compaction. Observe for decrease bowel sounds, report to MD. R2's Physician's Orders, dated 05/12/23, documents R2 had the following scheduled medications ordered: Polyethylene Glycol (MiraLAX) 17 grams (gm) daily for constipation. Senna S tablet 8.6-50 milligrams (mg) (Sennosides-Docusate sodium), give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day. Docusate Capsule 100mg, give one capsule by mouth two times a day for constipation. R2's Physician's Orders, dated 05/12/23, documents R2 had the following as needed (PRN) medications ordered: Bisacodyl Suppository 10mg rectal, insert one suppository rectally every 12 hours as needed for constipation. Fleet enema Rectal Enema 7-19GM/118 milliliter (ml), insert one unit rectally every 24 hours as needed for constipation. Milk of Magnesia (M.O.M.) Suspension 400mg/5ml, give 30ml by mouth every 12 hours as needed for constipation. R2's July 2023 Bowel Report documents the following days and bowel movements: 07/01/23- no documentation 07/02/23- no documentation 07/03/23- no documentation 07/04/23- documents, incontinent of bowel, large, formed BM. 07/05/23- documents, incontinent of bowel, medium, formed BM. 07/06/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/07/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/08/23- documents, incontinent of bowel, medium, formed BM. 07/09/23- documents, incontinent of bowel, medium, formed BM. 07/10/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/11/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/12/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/13/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/14/23- no documentation 07/15/23- no documentation 07/16/23- no documentation 07/17/23- no documentation 07/18/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/19/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/20/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/21/23- no documentation 07/22/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/23/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/24/23- no documentation 07/25/23- documents no bowel movement. 07/26/23- documents no bowel movement. R2's Nurse's Notes, dated 7/10/2023 at 2:22 PM, documents, Resident had a large BM (bowel movement) today. R2's Nurse's Notes, dated 7/20/2023 at 10:26 PM, documents, Enema given at this time. Tolerated well. R2's Medication Administration Record (MAR), dated 07/20/23 at 11:25 PM, documents Fleets enema rectal enema 7-19GM/118ML insert 1 unit retally every 24 hours as needed for constipation. It also documents it was effective. R2's Nurse's Notes, dated 7/26/2023 at 10:40 AM, documents Note Text: (V9, Nurse Practitioner (NP)) made aware that fleet enema was not effective, NO (new order) for mag citrate 300ml (milliliters) and bisacodyl suppository now, Lactulose 30ml PO (by mouth) daily. R2's MAR, dated 07/26/23, has no documentation a fleets enema was given. R2's MAR, dated 07/26/23 at 2:58 PM, documents R2 was given a bisacodyl suppository and magnesium citrate as ordered by V9, Nurse Practitioner. R2's Nurse's Notes, dated 7/26/2023 at 7:45 PM, documents Note Text: KUB (kidney, ureter, and bladder) performed at this time. Website www.hopkinsmedicine.org documents A kidney, ureter, and bladder (KUB) x-ray may be performed to assess the abdominal area for causes of abdominal pain, or to assess the organs and structures of the urinary and/or gastrointestinal (GI) system. A KUB may be the first diagnostic procedure used to assess the urinary system. R2's Radiology Results Report, dated 07/27/23, documents, Findings Abdomen/KUB: Examination reveals some air-filled nondistended loops of large and small bowel probably due to mild adynamic ileus (when food and drink do not pass through the bowel) with no evidence of bowel obstruction. Some amount of retained fecal debris and are noted in the rectum and in portions of the colon with slight gastric dilatation with air. Clinical correlation is requested. Impression Abdomen/KUB: Mild adynamic ileus with no bowel obstruction. R2's Nurse's Notes, dated 7/27/2023 8:50 AM, documents, Note Text: Call placed to (V9) at this time to make aware that resident has still had no BM (bowel movement) and to report KUB results, NO (new order) to send resident to ER (emergency room) for eval (evaluation) and Tx (treatment) r/t (related to) KUB results. On 08/14/2023 at 12:00 PM, V13, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated the system (electronic medical record) would give a red flag if a resident has not had a bowel movement in 3 days. She continued to state if after the resident has been given their as needed medication and if they still haven't had a bowel movement, then she would contact V9, Nurse Practitioner. V13, LPN, also stated the care plan has information if the resident needs feeding assistance, and if they need to have increased fluids due to hydration issues. On 08/14/23 at 12:10 PM, V8, LPN, stated the system would alert them in 3 days if a resident has had a bowel movement, then they would give the resident their as needed laxative and if that didn't work, they would notify V9, Nurse Practitioner. V8 stated she knows on her hall which residents need feeding assistance and extra hydration, but when she works a different hallway, she would look in the care plan and ask the aides. On 08/14/2023 at 12:20 PM, V14, LPN, stated she would ask the CNA's (Certified Nursing Assistants) if the residents were having bowel movements and she would give them their laxatives, and if it didn't work, she would call their doctor. Also stated she would ask the CNAs about which residents need feeding assistance or help with getting their water. On 8/14/23 at 12:45 PM, V9 stated she recalled the facility contacting her about R2 not having BM for several days, but could not recall the date. When asked what her expectations of staff was regarding documenting resident bowel movements, V9 stated, I don't answer those kinds of questions. On 08/14/23 at 12:50 PM, V3, Director of Nursing (DON), stated after 3 days with no BM, they have a standing order to give M.O.M (milk of magnesia), and if no results, they are to notify the physician. She would expect her staff to document every shift if the resident had a BM or not. If there is no documentation, the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) will still send a red flag that this resident has not had a BM in 3 days.
Apr 2023 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to supervise residents to prevent falls for 1 of 4 residents (R4) revi...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to supervise residents to prevent falls for 1 of 4 residents (R4) reviewed for falls in a sample of 24. Findings include: 1. R4's admission Record, with an initial admission date of 10/20/21, documents R4 has a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. R4's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R4 is severely cognitively impaired and requires extensive assistance, one-person physical assist with transfers, limited assistance, one-person physical assist with walking in room and corridor. R4's Care Plan, with an admission date of 01/18/22, documents Focus: R4 is at high risk for falls r/t (related to) impaired cognition, unsteady balance, and gait. She has hx (history) of falls and generalized weakness. Also, she wanders facility, cataracts, and incontinent of bowel and bladder. R4's Care Plan Interventions document 11/01/22, staff educated to encourage resident to sleep in her bed and not a chair. R4's Incident Report, dated 3/26/2023 at 2:20 AM, documents, Resident put to bed several times and kept getting up. Sat in chair right outside nurse's station and fell asleep and fell headfirst, hit head, and got a laceration to hair line on right side of forehead. Intervention: Staff education to place resident in broad chair during times of fatigue. R4's Nurse's Note, dated 03/26/23 at 2:30 AM, documents R4 put to bed several times but kept getting up. The Note documented staff sat her in a chair right outside of nurse's station where she fell asleep and fell headfirst out of the chair, hit her head, and received a laceration to the hair line on the right side of her head. On 04/27/23 at 11:10 AM, V3, Director of Nursing (DON) stated if a resident is brought out to the nurse's station, she would expect for the resident to be monitored and supervised and provided an activity. The facility's Fall Prevention and Management Policy, with a review date of 07/22, documents General: This facility is committed to maximizing each resident's physical, mental and psychosocial well-being. While preventing all falls is not possible, the facility will identify and evaluate those residents at risk for falls, plan for preventive strategies, and facilitate as safe an environment as possible. All resident falls shall be reviewed, and the resident's existing plan of care shall be evaluated and modified as needed.
Nov 2022 6 deficiencies 1 IJ
CRITICAL (J)

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. R11's Face Sheet documents R11 has diagnosis of hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-d...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. R11's Face Sheet documents R11 has diagnosis of hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side, muscle weakness (generalized), unsteadiness on feet, other abnormalities of gait and mobility, and other lack of coordination. R11's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R11 is significantly cognitively impaired, requires extensive 1-plus person assistance with bed mobility, requires extensive 2-plus person assistance with transfer, and the activity of walking did not occur in the previous 7 days. R11's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 5/3/22, documents R11 is at high risk for falls. R11's Care Plan, dated 10/27/22, documents, (R11) is at risk for falls related to safety deficit with cognition deficit, assistance needs from staff, use of WC, (wheelchair), for locomotion, medication use. R11's Fall Report, dated 4/10/22, documents, NA, (Nurse Aid), noted resident on the floor next to her bed. Resident stated, I just rolled out of my bed, did not hurt myself. Immediate Action Taken: Notified POA, (Power of Attorney), DON, (Director of Nursing), and (V27), Nurse Practitioner, and hospice, VS, (Vital Signs), 102/60 63 18 98% rm, (room air), bolsters on bed applied for perimeter awareness. There was no documentation in the Notes section. R11's Fall Report, dated 9/25/22, documents, Noted resident on the floor next to her bed on her knees, no injuries, resident stated, I'm ok I just slid out of my bed, notified hospice and POA, will continue to monitor. Per resident, I'm ok. I just slid out of bed. Immediate Action Taken: Assessed resident and assisted back to bed. Notes: Staff to put mattress with bolsters to prevent further falls. On 11/17/22 at 2:35 PM, V2, Director of Nursing (DON), pointed to the Notes for the 9/25/22 fall and stated, This is the intervention. Staff to put mattress with bolsters to prevent further falls. This is the same intervention that was implemented for the 4/10/22 fall. On 11/17/22 at 2:11 PM, V1 stated, I would expect changes in the interventions to be added to the care plan the following business day. The Facility's Fall Prevention and Management Policy, with review date of 7/2022, documents, While preventing all falls is not possible, the facility will identify and evaluate those residents at risk for falls, plan for preventive strategies, and facilitate as safe and environment as possible. All resident falls shall be reviewed, and the resident's existing plan of care shall be evaluated and modified as needed. Facility Guideline following a fall incident: Care plan to be updated with a new intervention based on root cause analysis after each fall occurrence. 3. R74's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documents moderately cognitively impaired, extensive assistance of 2-plus persons physical assist for transfers, dressing, and toilet use. The resident does not walk. Extensive assistance of 1-person physical assist for personal hygiene. No falls. Diagnoses stroke, GERD, benign prostatic hyperplasia, atrial fibrillation, high cholesterol, arthritis, dementia and depression. R74's Care Plan, dated 12/2022, documents R74 is at risk for falls related to, assistance needs with activities of daily living, safety needs deficit and use of wheelchair for mobility. Also incontinent of bowel and bladder. Goal: will be free of falls through the next review. Interventions: 12/10/2021 toileting schedule to be in place, 12/20/2021 offer urinal at bedside, offer resident frequent toileting. R74's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 1/27/2022, documents a fall risk score of 16; over 10 is considered high risk for potential falls. R74's Nurse's Note, dated 1/27/2022 at 10:56 PM, documents, Resident was found sitting on the pad beside the bed. He states, he just slid out vs, (vital signs), wnl, (within normal limits), ROM, (range of motion), to all extremities normal. Offers no c/o, (complaint of), pain or discomfort. Nurse practitioner, (NP), notified, no apparent injury will cont, (continue), to monitor. R74's Nurse's Note, dated 6/2/2022 at 10:10 PM, documents CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) noted resident (R74) on the floor, trying to get out of his w/c, (wheelchair), and fell and hit the right side of his head, redden in color, no c/o pain, notified NP, ordered to sent to ER, (emergency room), due to being on anticoagulant, (blood thinner), and hit his head, notified family and DON, (Director of Nurses), sent to (Local Hospital) for eval, (evaluation.) R74's Nurse's Note, dated 6/2/2022 at 11:59 PM, documents, Resident, (R74), returned from hospital via, (by), EMS, (emergency medical services), and was accompanied by 2-EMT's, (emergency medical technicians), to his room. No new orders received. Resident is in bed resting with call light in reach. Will continue to monitor. R74's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 8/2/2022, documents resident is unable to stand, no falls in last 180 days and not at risk for falls. R74 is total dependent of staff for ADL, (activities of daily living) and requires 2x for transfers. R74's Nurse's Note, dated 8/31/2022 at 12:23 PM, documents, Resident found sitting on floor in front recliner, resident was previous in recliner with feet up, resident attempted to self-transfer and go to bathroom per self, resident slid down front of recliner, no injuries noted, POA notified and NP. R74's Fall Care Plan, dated 8/31/2022, documents, fall intervention use (non-slip mat) in wheelchair was added to R74's care plan on 9/6/2022. R74's Nurse's Note, 9/9/2022 at 11:57 AM, documents, Resident was found on floor on mat, in his room sitting in an upright position, back facing chair. Examined resident no lacerations or bruising at this time. Resident claims to not have hit head. Notified resident NP of fall and condition, also contacted emergency contact and notified of fall and condition. Asked her would she like to patient be sent to hospital, she responded no. Started neuro checks on resident, will cont, (continue), to [NAME], (monitor.) R74's Nurse's Note, 9/19/2022 at 9:47 PM, documents CNA, (unknown) called this Nurse, (V33) to Resident's, (R74's), room. Upon entering, resident observed sitting on floor with his back against the CNA's, (certified nurse assistant's), legs. Resident stated that he did hit his head and c/o a headache. Resident observed with abrasion to right/crown area of head. Assessment performed. PERRLA, (pupils equal reactive to light). No other injuries observed. Family notified. NP notified. Resident transferred to hospital for eval and tx, (treatment.) R74's Nurse's Note, dated 9/20/2022 1:46 AM, documents, Resident returned to the facility from ED, transported by family, no new orders received. Hospital staff called to report that CT, (cat scan), was negative. Resident resting in bed with eyes closed at this time. Call light within reach, will continue to monitor for changes in condition. R74's Care Plan, dated 12/2021, shows no documentation of progressive interventions after the above falls. On 11/16/22 at 9:42 AM, V10 (daughter), stated, (R74) had a stroke prior to being admitted to the facility and has right side weakness in his arm and leg, he was unable to stand or walk. Staff left (R74) alone in his wheelchair and he fell 4 times in 9/2022. Staff weren't doing anything to prevent (R74) from falling. On 11/17/2022 at 11:30 AM, V16, CNA, stated she worked with R74 often. He transferred with assist of 2-staff, and he had multiple falls from his wheelchair. She didn't know how to prevent him from falling, she asked the nurses what to do, but they didn't provide any suggestions. V16 was concerned one of these days, R74 was going to fall and really hurt himself. On 11/17/18/2022 at 1:45 PM, V1, Interim Administrator, stated she is the Regional Director of Career Development, and she doesn't know the residents at all. She expected staff to update residents' care plans, after each fall with a progressive intervention to prevent further falls. V1 also expected the facility to follow the fall policy. 2. R3 had 23 falls, and 9 out 23 did not have progressive interventions. R3's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R3's Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 10, indicating moderate impaired cognition. R3 requires extensive assist with all Activities of Daily Living (ADL's), except eating. When moving from seated to standing position and surface to surface transfer-not steady, only able to stabilize with staff assistance; R3's Physician Order Sheet (POS), undated, documented, Skilled Occupational Therapy, (OT), services 4x's/week, (4 times a week), for 4 weeks per current plan of treatment, (POT). R3's Care Plan, undated, reviewed 11/01/22, documents R3 is High Risk for falls related to, impaired cognition and decision making, vision impaired, self-care deficit and muscle weakness. The same Care Plan also documented R3's has a self -releasing seat belt on his wheelchair, he is able to unfasten it himself. It is used to stabilize R3 when he is in the wheelchair, Care Plan Interventions include Non-Skid Strips to floor next to bed, keep personal items within reach to limit reaching and staff to anticipate R3's need to lay down after meals. Staff to assist resident to bed after meals. R3's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 9/28/22, documents R3 is at Risk for Falls. R3's Fall report, dated 11/7/21, documents R3 was observed on bathroom floor, attempting to self-transfer to toilet from wheelchair, no injuries and denies any pain or discomfort. R3 stated he had to pee. No Interventions documented. R3's Fall report, dated 11/20/21 at 8:25 PM, documents a CNA observed R3 on the floor next to his bed on his back. R3 stated, I was trying to pick up my remote control. No Interventions documented. R3's Fall report, dated 11/20/21 at 8:44 PM, R3 observed laying on the floor on the left side of his bed with remote. R3 stated, I rolled out of bed picking up my remote. No Interventions documented. R3's Fall Report, dated 11/23/21, documents CNA reported that R3 was on the floor on his left side. R3 stated he was sitting up in bed while eating and fell to the ground from the bed. Also state he did not hit his head. No bruising or redness to skin. No open areas noted. R3 stated that he wasn't in any pain. Will continue to monitor. No Interventions documented. R3's Fall report, dated 3/21/22, documents Nurse called to R3's room per housekeeping. R3 was noted to be on the floor sitting on buttocks between chair and toilet. R3 attempted to transfer self from toilet to wheelchair. R3 stated, he was trying to get in his wheelchair. I transferred myself. No Interventions noted. R3's Fall report, dated 3/25/22, documents R3 was found on his back on floor in room, denies pain. Denies hitting head. R3 fell getting out of bed- when asked why he didn't call for help. R3 states, I can do it myself. No interventions noted. R3's Fall report, dated 4/18/22, documents Nurse was called to resident's room and noted R3 laying on the floor next to his bed. R3 stated he was trying to get back in bed. No interventions noted. R3's Fall report, dated 5/30/22, documents R3 found on the floor. No interventions noted. R3's Fall report, dated 6/28/22, documents Nurse notified R3 on bathroom floor, back to toilet in upright sitting position. R3 was transferring self from wheelchair to toilet without assistance, no interventions noted. On 11/15/22 at 8:45 AM, R3 states, Yeah, I fall I be trying to get to the bathroom or bed. R3 stated he did not need assistance right now. R3 did demonstrate he knows how to use the call light. On 11/15/22 at 9:00 AM, R3 was trying to get out his wheelchair without asking for assistance. V7, CNA, was checking her room assignments and interrupted his attempt without assistance. R3 did allow V7 to assist him into getting into bed. R3's Call light Ability Assessment, dated 9/28/22, documents R3 is able to use the Call light. On 11/17/22 at 1:30 PM V1, Administrator, stated, We have interventions in place for (R3). I can't speak on what the prior administrator addressed or not. We have interventions for our time in this facility. (R3) has been referred to OT, hopefully we can get him to the point he can safely transfer. On 11/17/22 at 10:20 AM, V9, LPN, states, I am familiar with (R3), he will not stay in bed, will not stay in his wheelchair and will not use his call light. Somedays he cooperates, but in other days he does not. We have utilized gripper socks and a seat belt for the wheelchair. On 11/17/22 at 1:14 PM, V16, CNA, states, (R3) will not listen. (R3) will wait until you leave his room and then try to get out of his wheelchair. We have told him over and over again. (R3) will get angry if you try to stay in his room. Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to implement fall interventions for 4 of 10 residents (R3, R11, R55, R74) reviewed for falls in the sample of 33. Findings Include: 1. R55's Fall Care Plan, dated 10/25/22 and 8/2/22, documents R55 is at risk for falls related to impaired cognition, activities of daily living deficit, weakness, and medication. The goal will remain free of falls causing hospitalizations related to injury through next review. On 8/19/22 (interventions include), visual reminder in room and bathroom to use the call light, evaluate cause of falls, gather and assess information on past falls, (review) medication ordered, staff to assist resident with activity (and) set up (the) television. This care plan did not document a fall intervention for the fall of 6/15/22. R55's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R55 is severely cognitively impaired. For transfer and bed mobility she is an extensive assist of one staff person. R55's MDS also documents R55's balance on moving from seated to standing, moving on and off the toilet, surface to surface, and walking is not steady and only able to stabilize with staff assistance. R55's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 5/9/22, documents R55 is high risk for falls. R55's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 8/2/22, documents R55 is high risk for falls. R55's Fall Investigation, dated 8/19/22, documents, (R55) was found on the bathroom floor. (R55) stated, I was trying to get off the toilet. No pain or injuries was noted, and she did not hit her head. INTERVENTION: educate the resident to use the call light and wait for someone to come and help. R55's Fall Investigation, dated 6/15/22, documents, (R55)was sitting on the floor facing the toilet. She (R55) stated, I hit my head a little, and she rubbed the back of her head. The resident (R55) was transferred to the ER (Emergency Room). The resident(R55) was reminded by staff to wait, so they can assist her, as they were with another resident at the time. INTERVENTION: the resident (R55) was educated on the importance of staff assisting with transfer. On 11/17/22 at 10:05 AM, V22, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), and V23, CNA, entered R55's room and asked her if she wanted to get up for church. V22 placed a gait belt around R55's waist and helped her to a standing position. R55 then pivoted into her locked wheelchair with no issues. On 11/18/22 at 1:45 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated, We have a fall meeting the next business day after the fall. We do a root cause analysis. We come up with an intervention and we put it on the care plan.
SERIOUS (G)

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to follow their abuse policy. This failure placed residen...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to follow their abuse policy. This failure placed residents at risk of both physical and verbal abuse from a resident with a known history of verbal and physical abuse toward other residents. This affected 4 of 4 residents (R39, R57, R63 and R240) in a sample of 33 reviewed for abuse. This failure led to R63 being afraid to be in R63's room due to verbal abuse from R57, R39's wound on face being re-injured and R240 being verbally and physically abused by R57. Findings include: 1. R39's admission Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documents cognitively impaired and displayed no behaviors. R57's Quarterly MDS, dated [DATE], documents severely cognitively impaired and displayed no behaviors. R57's Care Plan, dated 6/9/2021 documents displayed symptoms towards others. Resident can become verbally and physically aggressive with others which includes staff and peers. There are no progressive interventions documented on R57's care plan since 6/9/2021. Facility's Census, (room change report), documented R57 and R39 were roommates from 7/28/2022 through 8/9/2022. R39's Nurse's Note, dated 8/9/2022 at 11:56 PM, documents, CNA heard yelling from room. When entering room residents, (R39 and R57) were near each other still yelling. Immediately separated and brought resident to this nurse for assessment. Resident noted to have an open area below left eye 1.4 cm, (centimeters), x 0.5 cm which was an old injury from previous fall. Resident unable to explain what happened except that, she was trying to get me to do things I didn't want to do. Resident denies being hit or scratched by other resident, but still cannot explain how area below the eye was opened up. Administration/DON, (Director of Nurses), Physician notified and verbal order for UA with C&S, (culture and sensitivity), for tomorrow. POA notified of incident and MD, (Physician), new lab order. Resident (R39), immediately relocated to a different room. Currently resting comfortably in bed, denies pain. Pleasant affect, call light in reach. R57's Nurse's Note, dated 8/9/2022 at 11:20 PM, documents, Resident was heard yelling at roommate (R39.) CNA entered room and both residents were near each other yelling. Roommate (R39) had small injury noted to L, (left), side of face. CNA brought that resident, (R39), to nurse for assessment. Separated residents. Resident, (R57), continues to come out of room and attempt to approach roommate (R39.) Hard to redirect, roommate, (R39), is given different room. Resident, (R57), currently residing in room. Attempt to do skin assessment resident refuses. Will try again at a later time. Administration/DON notified; MD notified. Family notified and updated on incident and new lab order. Resident, (R39), currently resting in room. No injuries observed. Call light in reach. 2. R63's, Quarterly MDS, dated [DATE], documents moderately cognitively impaired and displayed no behaviors. R57's Nurse's Note, dated 9/29/2022 at 8:42 AM, documents, Night shift report that resident was disruptive all night and made threats to new roommate (R63). New roommate (R63) was afraid to be in the room. Resident was loud and aggressive. Upon DON (V17) arrival before 6:00 AM with in the hall talking very (sic) loudly about she has her junk all of my room and I don't know her. We went to her room and showed me the belongings she was talking about. I assured that the items she was referencing were in fact her items that are overflow. She needs to tell her family to come picks up the items, because we do not have room to keep them in storage. Resident then mapped out a space that the roommate, (R63), can have in the room. I informed the resident that she and the roommate, (R63), both live in the space and they would have to share. I gave the resident the option to have a private room, but she would have to pay a private room rate. She did not have an answer to the option at this time. The resident did verbalize understanding of sharing the space and not being aggressive to other person. (R63's) Nurse's Note, dated 9/29/2022 through 9/30/2022, shows no documentation of a resident-to-resident altercation or that she felt threatened or afraid of R57. On 11/17/2022 at 8:00 AM, R63 was observed lying in bed with her eyes open. R63 stated, I recall being roommates with (R57) and it was hell! She always yelled at me and then we got to scrapping, (fighting), one day and staff moved my room. I don't recall if I was injured or not, but I got a couple licks in. 3. R240's Undated Face Sheet documents she was admitted on [DATE]. Facility's Census, documented R57 and R240 were roommates from 11/4/2022 through 11/10/2022. R240's Undated Face Sheet, documents R240 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. R57's Nurse's Note, dated 11/10/2022 at 11:37 PM, documents, Resident became physically aggressive towards (R57's) roommate, (R240), hitting and bumping her with wheelchair. This incident was witnessed by another resident passing by. Myself, the nurse was providing care to resident at the time. As a result, and resident refusal to accept that she now has to share a room resulted in the roommate, (R240), being moved to 300 hall. After the altercation resident c/o, (complained of), pain to her right hand and some bruising was noted. STAT X-RAY was ordered and completed on 11-10-22. Administrator, POA and MD notified. Will follow up. R57's Radiology Results Report, dated 11/10/2022 documents, No fracture or displacement in R57's right hand. R240's Social Service's Note, dated 11/10/2022 at 3:55 PM, documents, This writer followed up with resident regarding incident last week. Resident continues to adjust well with recently moving from another facility. No signs of mental anguish have been displayed. Resident presented writer with a smile. R240's Nurse's Note, dated 11/10/2022 at 12:02 AM, documents, Resident moved to another room after a physical altercation with her roommate, (R57.) On 11/17/2022 at 7:45 AM, R240 observed sitting in the dining room with 5 other residents at the table. R240 didn't respond to the questions when asked. On 11/15/2022 at 10:30 AM, R57 observed sitting in a wheelchair at the end of 100 hall. Upon approach, R57 showed the IDPH surveyor her right hand and a light purple bruise was noted on her right middle knuckle and top of right hand. R57 stated, another resident, (name unknown), squeezed her hand so hard she tried to break my hand. I had to get it x-rayed, my right hand still hurts! On 11/17/2022 at 9:30 AM, V11, LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) stated, (R57) is usually calm and cool, but when it comes to her sharing her room, she isn't nice. (R57) wants her own room and she fights with her roommate often she's had a few roommates and they have altercations. She wasn't aware of R57 having a bruise on her right hand. On 11/17/2022 at 10:00 AM, V9, LPN, stated, (R57) is aggressive and demanding and gets into resident-to-resident altercations often. She's had several roommates in the past, but it didn't work out because (R57) would yell and sometimes hit her roommate. V9 didn't know anything about a bruise to R57's right hand. If a resident was afraid of their roommate staff should find a new roommate immediately. V9 wasn't aware of a roommate being afraid of (R57.) On 11/17/2022 at 10:30 AM, V13, LPN, stated, (R57) is confused and she is calm and cool, until it comes to her having a roommate. The most recent incident was with (R240), when (R57) sustained a bruise on her right hand after having a resident-to-resident altercation with (R240). (R57) doesn't currently have a roommate because she always fights with them. On 11/17/2022 at 11:30 AM, V16, CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), stated, (R57) is a fighter; she fights with any roommate they give her, and I always hear (R57), yelling at other residents. (R57) is very territorial and she's hit residents in the past. On 11/17/2022 at 12:00 PM, V18, CNA, stated he worked at the facility 2 weeks and observed (R57) yelling at a few residents, and staff told him that's what she does all the time. On 11/17/2022 at 12:30 PM, V21, LPN, stated, (R57) has a temper and she fights with her roommates often. V21 didn't understand why management won't let R57 have her own room because she fights with every roommate. On 11/18/2022 at 8:20 AM, V1, Interim Administrator, stated, It seems like a pattern of behavior for (R57); she doesn't seem to like having a roommate and she doesn't want to pay for a private room. (R57) doesn't currently have a roommate because we don't want to continue having resident-to-resident altercations between (R57) and the roommate. On 11/18/2022 at 8:25 AM, V2, Interim DON (Director of Nursing), stated, (R57) wants her own room but she doesn't want to pay for a private room, so she bullies all her roommates, so they are transferred to other rooms. On 11/18/2022 at 3:15 PM, V17, Former DON, stated, (R57) never likes roommates, and she would threaten to beat them up until her roommates were scared enough to want to move out of her room. She recalled R63 was moved into R57's room on 9/28/2022, and when she got to work at approximately 6:00 AM on 9/29/2022, R63 was up at the nurse's station crying, and staff reported R57, yelled at R63 and made her get out of her room on the night of 9/28/2022. R63 stated staff offered to let R63 go to a different room for the night, but she refused because, she wanted to stay at the nurse's station because she was afraid of R57. Corporate told V17 she had to continue to take admissions and fill the resident rooms up, so if R57 didn't pay for a private room she couldn't have a private room, even though she was mean to all her roommates; they had to fill the bed per corporate. The Facility's Policy reviewed 9/2017 documents, This facility affirms the right of our residents to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property or mistreatment. This facility therefore prohibits abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, and mistreatment of residents. In order to do so, the facility has attempted to establish a resident sensitive and resident secure environment. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property and mistreatment of residents.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Investigate Abuse (Tag F0610)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 3-R46's Face Sheet documents, R46 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a diagnosis of cognitive communication deficit; un...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 3-R46's Face Sheet documents, R46 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a diagnosis of cognitive communication deficit; unspecified dementia, unspecified severity without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety; difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified; weakness; and unsteadiness on feet. R46's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R46 is significantly cognitively impaired and requires extensive 1plus person assistance with bed mobility and transfer. R46's Care Plan, dated 8/31/22, documents, (R46), is risk for abuse and neglect r/t, (related to), increase in care needs, impaired cognition and communication and polymed, (polymedication), use. Staff will monitor well-being of others. (R46), will have zero episodes of abuse and neglect throughout next review. Assess for abuse and neglect upon admission and quarterly. On 11/17/22 at 9:45 AM, R46's Abuse and Neglect Screenings were requested. On 11/17/22 at 1:00 PM, V3, Regional Director of Operations, provided one Abuse and Neglect Screening form for R46 which was completed on 12:11 PM on 11/17/22. R46's Progress Note, dated 5/8/22 at 7:25 PM ,documents, (V26), in was in the facility this evening and he saw resident and new orders received x-ray of lowers pain related to back pain. R46's Radiology Report, dated 5/9/22, documents, Procedure: Spine, lumbosacral, 2 or 3 views. Findings: Lumbar spine: 2 views. Evaluation of the lumbar vertebral bodies demonstrate mild superior endplate compression fractures involving the L2 and L4 vertebral bodies. There is no degenerative disc space narrowing noted at L3-4 through L5-S1. Dense arterial vascular calcium is noted in the abdominal aorta and iliac arteries. No definite blastic or lytic changes noted in the osseous structures. Impression: Mild superior endplate compression fracture deformities involving the L2 and L4 vertebral bodies. The Facility's investigation was comprised of 13 staff interviews and one resident interview. On 11/17/22 at 10:23 AM, V9, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated she was not aware R46 had a vertebral fracture and was not interviewed as part of the investigation. The Facility's Staff Interview of V9 documents No to the question, Have you witnessed any incident with (R46) that would result in a spinal fracture? On 11/17/22 at 12:11 PM, V19, Certified Nursing Assistant, (CNA), stated, I heard about (R46's), back fracture, but I was never asked questions about it by the facility. The Facility's Staff Interview of V19 documents No to the question, Have you witnessed any incident with (R46), that would result in a spinal fracture? On 11/18/22 at 12:07 PM, V29, Human Resources, stated, I don't remember (R46), having a spinal fracture or the staff asking questions about it, and I would remember that, because I really like her. The Facility's Staff Interview of V29 documents No to the question, Have you witnessed any incident with (R46), that would result in a spinal fracture? On 11/18/22 at 12:10 PM, V30, Activities, stated, I didn't know anything about (R46's), spinal fracture. I was not interviewed by the facility, but I am only here until 3:30 PM, so it may have happened at a different time. The Facility's Staff Interview of V30 documents No to the question, Have you witnessed any incident with (R46), that would result in a spinal fracture? The Facility's Final IDPH, (Illinois Department of Public Health), Incident and/or Abuse Notification documents, [AGE] year-old female resident with dx, (diagnosis), of vitamin D deficiency and anemia presented with low back pain during MD, (Medical Doctor), visit on May 8, 2022. MD ordered x-rays to the lumbar spine. Results indicated mild superior endplate compression fractures involving the L2 and L4 vertebral bodies with degenerative disc space narrowing noted at L3-4 through L5-S1, MD and POA, (Power of Attorney), notified. MD confirmed cause as degenerative. NP, (Nurse Practitioner), ordered bone density test and Vitamin D level. Vitamin D level in December 2021 was in normal range. Dx of osteoporosis to be determined when results received. Resident on scheduled pain medication and will be re-evaluated as needed. The Facility's Policy reviewed 9/2017 documents, This facility affirms the right of our residents to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property or mistreatment. This facility therefore prohibits abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, and mistreatment of residents. In order to do so, the facility has attempted to establish a resident sensitive and resident secure environment. The purpose of this policy is to assure that the facility is doing all that is within its control to prevent occurrences of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property and mistreatment of residents. For resident injuries not involving an allegation of abuse or neglect, the administrator will appoint a person to gather further facts to make a determination as to whether the injury should be classified as an injury of unknown source. An injury should be classified as an injury of unknown source when both of the following conditions are met: The source of the injury was not observed by any person or the source of the injury could not be explained by the resident; and the injury is suspicious because of the extent of the injury or the location of the injury (e.g., the injury is location in an area not generally vulnerable to trauma) or the number of injuries observed at one particular point in time or the incidence of injuries over time. If classified as an injury of unknown source, the person gathering facts will document the injury, the location and time it was observed, any treatment given and notification of the resident's physician, responsible party. The Department of Public Health will be notified. Time frames for reporting and investigating abuse will be followed. The appointed investigator will, at a minimum, attempt to interview the person who reported the incident, anyone likely to have direct knowledge of the incident and the resident, if interviewable. Any written statements that have been submitted will be reviewed, along with any pertinent medical records or other documents. Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to thoroughly investigate allegations of abuse in 3 of 4 residents (R46, R57, R74) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 33. Findings include: 1. R57's Nurse's Note, dated 7/7/2022 at 10:27 PM, documents, Noted skin tear to left hand V-shaped, applied steri strips, resident has been wheeling her w/c, (wheelchair), all over and went out to the doctor's today, will continue to monitor. R57's Nurse's Note, dated 7/9/2022 at 6:21 PM, documents, Writer was informed of resident injured. Resident approached with a towel on left hand. Calmed resident able to see hand, 4 inches by 1 inch skin tear on left hand. Resident stated, she does not know how it happened. Incident was un-witnessed. Cleaned wound applied TAO, (triple antibiotic ointment), and dry dressing. Attempted to notify family, Notified MD, (physician.) R57's Skin Issue form, dated 7/9/2022, documents, Resident was taken to writer, she was holding a towel on her left hand and crying. Writer cleaned hand and measured wound. Attempted to notify family, notified physician. Resident stated she doesn't know how it happened. Other documentation: upon discussion with resident, she states that she was seen by the provider and that is when the incident occurred. When they were taking blood. She refers to a blood bandage on her arm and it was our nurse that was able to help her and make her feel better. Resident has dressing in place to effected hand is using hand to mobile around facility via wheelchair. Cap refill is brisk, and sensation is intact. Resident request band aid to be changed 2 times per day. Review of an undated, Typed Statement, documents Spoke with V32, transportation, Regarding (R57's) skin tear to left hand. Educated to assess for safety and ensure resident keeps her hands in her lap when wheeling her to and from appointments and getting her on and off the van. On 11/18/2022 at 12:00 PM, V32, Transportation, stated R57 wasn't injured when he transported her to the doctor's office in July 2022. He would have reported an injury to the Administrator or DON. On 11/18/2022 at 8:00 AM, V1, Interim Administrator, stated she guesses the file the IDPH surveyor received was the investigation for the skin tear on R57's left hand in July 2022, but she wasn't sure because she just started as the Interim Administrator in November 2022. The former DON would have been in charge of completing the investigation. V1 stated she expected the investigation to be thorough and to include what happened to R57's left hand. 2. R74's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documents severely cognitively impaired, extensive assistance of 2 plus persons physical assist for transfers, dressing, and toilet use and walking. Extensive assistance of 1-person physical assist for personal hygiene. No falls. Diagnoses: stroke, GERD, benign prostatic hyperplasia, atrial fibrillation, high cholesterol, arthritis, dementia, and depression. 2 or more falls. R74's Care Plan, dated 11/11/2021, documents he is at risk for abuse and neglect related to self-care deficit, impaired cognition related to dementia, MDD, (major depression disorder), with some symptoms of delusions. Goal: staff will monitor well-being of others. Resident will have zero episodes of abuse and neglect throughout next review. Interventions: assess resident for abuse and neglect upon admission and quarterly, assure resident that he/she is in a safe and secure environment with caring professionals. Explain that psychosocial adjustment is often facilitated by developing a trusting relationship with another person, (i.e., social worker, nurse, CNA, peer), and by verbalizing thoughts, needs and feelings, assure the resident that staff members are available to help and department heads maintain an open door policy, continue to in-service the staff about abuse and neglect, continue to monitor medication, ADLs, status and behaviors, identify areas that put resident at risk, immediately report any episodes of unknown injury, abuse or change in residents behaviors to Administrator for immediate intervention and review, observe the resident for signs of fear and insecurity during delivery of care, take steps to calm the resident and help him/her feel safe. R74's Nurse's Note, dated 10/4/2022 at 3:11 PM, Called to resident that was sitting in WC (wheelchair) by room. CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) voiced that resident was noted with discomfort, made noise, and guiding during care this morning and during breakfast. Said that he was favoring his right left. Nurse assessed resident and noted pain upon AAROM, (active range of motion), to right lower extremity. Noted no open areas or bruising to skin. Laid resident in bed with assist of CNA. Noted order from NP (Nurse Practitioner) for x-ray to hip, pubis, and right ankle of resident. Called x-ray company and technician arrived and performed x-ray. X-ray company called facility for further orders for multiple view related to unclear finding. Called NP for complete 3 view to hip and pubis of resident. Called X-ray company back with new order for new imaging for resident. R74's Nurses Notes, dated 10/4/2022 at 3:54 PM, documents, Resident complained of increase pain to right hip/leg. X-ray orders received. POA made aware of x-ray results. Possible non-displaced femoral neck fracture, 2nd x-ray ordered for better results. R74's Nurse's Note, dated 10/4/2022 at 6:50 AM, documents, Got resident hip x-ray results, resident has an acute right subcapital, (neck of femur bone), hip fx, (fracture), notified NP, stated to send to ER (Emergency Room), notified family representative, of resident going to ER, notified DON (Director of Nursing) in charge. R74's Right Hip Radiology Results Report, dated 10/4/2022, documents, clinical information: pain, unable to bear weight, extremity is positioned outward. Findings: nondisplaced femoral neck fracture cannot be excluded; follow-up multiple views or cross-sectional imaging may be helpful in further evaluation. R74's Nurse's Note, dated 10/7/2022 at 4:30 PM, documents, Resident returned to facility from the hospital. Hospital paperwork uploaded into miscellaneous file in electronic medical record. Family representative in facility at this time, upset with staff for not having room arranged the way she would prefer. Staff explained to her the rationale why low air loss mattress is more of a hazard at this time. Pressure redistribution mattress added to bed, fall interventions initiated at this time. Bed to be in lowest position while resident is in bed. Resident to be at nurses' station when up in w/c. Mat placed on floor next to bed. This writer will reassess resident on Monday for Low Air Loss mattress use. On 11/15/2022 at 10:00 AM, R74 was laying on a low air loss mattress, his eyes were open. R74 didn't communicate with the IDPH surveyor. There was a sign above R74's bed that read, Please be careful right hip fracture, be gentle. The facility's final investigation report for the injury of unknown origin documents on 10/4/2022, resident noted with increase pain to right hip difficulty with movement unable to bear weight. NP ordered x-rays; in house x-ray resulted showing subcapital right hip fracture, NP and POA made aware. New orders to send (R74) to ER for further evaluation. The facility final investigation included 14 staffed answered No to question, Have you witnessed any incident that would have possibly caused a right hip fracture to (R74)? There were no resident interviews documented in the investigation. R74's Hospital Paperwork, dated 10/4/2022, documents chief complaint: pt (patient), brought in from nursing home. (R74) had a possible fall on Saturday. (R74) alert and orientated x1, (times one). Pt was brought in by EMS, (emergency medical services), and is a DNR, (do not resituate). The history and physical documents resident is a being admitted for fall and injury to right hip. Patient has dementia and is unable to give any detailed history. According to the caregiver at the nursing facility (R74) had a fall approximately 2 to 3 days ago from his wheelchair. Since then, (R74) has had trouble putting any weight on the right leg. X-rays done at the facility did not reveal any fractures. Reason for (R74) being transferred to hospital for further evaluation. In the ER, (emergency room), patient underwent x-rays which was negative, but CT (Computerized Tomography) done showed minimally displaced subcapital right hip fracture, (R74) was admitted for further management. R74's Hospital Radiology Report, dated 10/4/2022, documents CT pelvis without contrast showed a minimally displaced subcapital right hip fracture. On 11/17/2022 at 10:00 AM, V9, LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse), stated she was not working when R74 was found to have a fractured hip. He was transferred with 2-person assist prior to 10/4/2022. On 11/17/2022 at 9:30 AM, V11, LPN stated she didn't have knowledge of what occurred regarding R74's right hip fracture. On 11/16/22 at 9:42 AM, V10, R74's daughter, stated, (R74) had a stroke prior to being admitted to the facility and had right side weakness in his arm and leg, he was unable to stand or walk. Staff left (R74) alone in his wheelchair in 9/2022 he fell 4 times. On 10/4/2022, staff called and reported (R74) had leg pain and got an x- ray, that showed a broken hip. Staff was unable to explain how the fracture hip occurred. V10 didn't know how he transferred at that time. R74 is [AGE] years old and has dementia. V10 decided for him not to have surgery; because of this, now he doesn't get out of bed anymore, due to the pain. V10 stated, (R74) never had a hip fracture before. He has had 2-knee replacements, but that was it. R74 was laying in bed. A floor mat was on the left side of the bed and the right side of the bed is against the wall. R74 didn't communicate. On 11/17/2022 at 11:30 AM, V16, CNA stated she was assigned to R74 on the morning of 10/4/2022 he was holding his right hip and complaining of pain. R74 reported the complaint to a nurse, and he was transferred to the hospital shortly after that. R74 didn't complaint to her about any pain prior to 10/4/2022. R74 transferred prior to the 10/4/2022 fall with 2-assist. (R74) doesn't get out of bed anymore, because his right hip is still broken. On 11/17/2022 at 1:45 PM V1, Interim Administrator, stated she would expect staff to have interviewed other residents in the course of the investigation, because this was an injury of unknown origin.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record, the facility failed to follow Physician's Orders and administer Intravenous Antibiotics (IV) for ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record, the facility failed to follow Physician's Orders and administer Intravenous Antibiotics (IV) for 1 of 3 residents (R238) in a sample of 33. Findings include: R238's Face Sheet, dated 11/15/2022, documents she was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses sacralities, (inflammation of sacrum), osteomyelitis of vertebra, lumbar region and Proteus, (Mirabilis), (Morganii). R238's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents the resident was alert, and she was on an IV antibiotic for 3 days. R238's Physician's Order Sheet, documents 8/26/2022 Ceftriaxone, one 2 grams, (gm), intravenously in the evening, related to Proteus, (Mirabilis), (Morganii), until 9/14/2022 pull first dose out of e-kit, (medication emergency medication kit supple system), 1 gm per 30 minutes; order is for 2 gm so that equals 2 bags per 30 minutes. The Facility's Back Up Medication e-Kit List, documents, Ceftriaxone 2 gm was in the e-kit. R238's Nurse's Note, dated 8/26/2022, no documentation; R238's Ceftriaxone wasn't administered. R238's Nurse's Note, dated 9/3/2022, was a blank box for Ceftriaxone, meaning it was not given. On 11/17/2022 at 1:45 PM, V1, Interim Administrator, stated she expected all medications ordered by the Physician to be available and administered per Physician's Orders and all medications would be delivered to the facility within 24-hours. Only Registered Nurses (RNs) are allowed to administer IV medication. LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) can't administer IV medications, because it's out of the scope of practice. V1, Interim Administrator, stated V1 expected staff to document in the Nurse's Notes when a medication was not administeredm and why it wasn't administered. When there is a blank box on the MAR (Medication Administration Record) that means the medication wasn't administered. On 11/18/2022 at 3:20 PM V17, Former DON (Director of Nursing), stated she didn't access the facility's back up medication e-kit on 8/26/2022. She recalled administering IV antibiotics to R238, but she didn't know the dates of administration. She quit working at the facility 9/29/2022. On 11/18/2022 at 2:30 PM, V31, Pharmacist, stated on 8/26/2022, the facility's back up medication had IV antibiotic, Ceftriaxone 2 gm in the e-kit, and she would expect staff to retrieve it and administer it per Physician's Orders. V31 pulled the facility's back up medication report, dated 8/26/2022, and stated, When a nurse doesn't know how to access the medication from the system, they call the Pharmacy, and the staff can open the cabinet key to access the IV medication. Which was done at 3:58 PM, but staff failed to document what medication was taken from the back up medication e-kit. On 11/17/2022 at 10:52 AM, V28, Nurse Practitioner, stated, If a resident is prescribed an IV antibiotic and the Pharmacy doesn't deliver it in a timely manner the facility should notify the provider and let them know, so they can extend the IV antibiotic medication for the days that were missed.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0697 (Tag F0697)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to provide effective pain management in 1 of 2 residents (R14) reviewed for pain in the sample of 33. Findings include: On 11/15/22 at 9:44 AM...

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Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to provide effective pain management in 1 of 2 residents (R14) reviewed for pain in the sample of 33. Findings include: On 11/15/22 at 9:44 AM, R14 was lying in bed in her room. She stated, her medications have been given late, and the other night she had to wait until 11:15 PM for her bedtime medications. R14 stated, I was hurting pretty bad. R14's Face Sheet documents R14 has diagnoses including low back pain, pain in unspecified hip, pain in left shoulder, pain in right shoulder, and cervicalgia, (neck pain). R14's MDS (Minimum Data Sheet), dated 9/2/22 documents, R14 is cognitively intact and has occasional moderate pain. R14's Care Plan, dated 9/2/22, documents, (R14) is at risk for complications, pain and injury related to diagnosis of arthritis, osteoporosis, history of fracture with hip surgery. (R14) will maintain acceptable level of comfort for the next 90, (days). Administer medications as directed by MD, (Medical Doctor), and monitor for side effects and effectiveness. R14's Order Summary Report, with print date of 11/17/22, documents an order for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Tablet 5-325 MG, (milligrams), - Give 1 tablet by mouth three times a day for pain, with start date of 3/28/22 and no end date. R14's MAR, (Medication Administration Record), for the month of October 2022, documents 4 doses of Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Tablet 5-325 MG were not given. The number 9 was documented for the 8:00 PM Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Tablet 5-325 MG on 10/26/22 and 10/27/22. The number 9 is not listed on the Chart Code at the bottom of the page. R14's MAR documents the number 5 for the 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Tablet 5-325 MG doses on 10/27/22. The Chart Code at the bottom of the page documents 5 means Hold/See Nurse's Notes. On 11/17/22 at 1:02 PM, V2, Director of Nursing (DON), stated, If there is a 5 or a 9 the program will prompt the nurses to enter a note. It will show up on the Progress Notes. On 11/17/22 at 2:05 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, I would expect to see a nursing note with the documented 9 unless there was some sort of technical difficulty. R14's Progress Notes from 10/26/22 and 10/27/22 have no nursing documentation to why the dose was not given. On 11/18/22 at 1:18 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, I would expect pain medications to be given as prescribed. (R14) is on a lot of pain medication. We saw that she had missed doses, but there was no pain on the pain scale. I would expect the nurse to call the Physician in that situation, and I would expect that to be documented in the progress notes. The Facility's Pain Management Policy with a review date of 12/2021 documents, Licensed Nursing may notify the Health Care Provider of any new development of pain, change in pain, change in condition that could potentially cause pain, for pharmacological interventions based on the individual's pain factors.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Antibiotic Stewardship (Tag F0881)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. R11's Face Sheet documents, R11 has diagnosis of urinary tract infection, site not specified. R11's Minimum Data Set (MDS), d...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. R11's Face Sheet documents, R11 has diagnosis of urinary tract infection, site not specified. R11's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents, R11 is significantly cognitively impaired, requires extensive 1-plus person assistance with bed mobility, requires extensive 2-plus person assistance with transfer, and is always incontinent of bowel and bladder. R11's Physician Order Sheet (POS) documents, Macrobid Capsule, (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd Macro), - Give 100 mg, (milligrams), by mouth one time a day for chronic UTI, (Urinary Tract Infection), with start date of 4/29/22. R11's Care Plan, dated 10/22/22, documents, Resident is on Macrobid Capsule once daily for UTI/prophylactic use, dated 4/28/2022. R11's Medication Administration Record, (MAR) for 2022 documents, R11 received 2 doses of Macrobid in April, 31 doses of Macrobid in May, 30 doses of Macrobid, in June, 30 doses of Macrobid in July, 31 doses of Macrobid in August, 30 doses of Macrobid in September, 29 doses of Macrobid in October, and 15 doses of Macrobid in November. R11's MARs from April 1, 2022, through November 15, 2022, document, R11 received 198 doses of Macrobid. The Facility's Consultant Pharmacist Recommendations, with print date of 8/11/22, documents, Medicare guidelines discourage use of antibiotics for prophylactic use for UTIs. Please weight the risk vs. benefit of continued use of Macrobid. The Physician/Prescriber Response was, Disagree. On 11/17/22 at 4:00 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, I did not realize (R11) was on prophylactic antibiotics. I will address that. The Facility's Antibiotic Stewardship Policy, with revision date of 1/2018, documents, It is the policy of (Facility) to maintain an Antibiotic Stewardship Program with the mission of promoting the appropriate use of antibiotics to treat infections and reduce possible adverse events associated with antibiotic use. We will have physician, nursing, and pharmacy leads responsible for promoting and overseeing antibiotics stewardship activities. We will implement policies and practices to improve antibiotic use. Based on interview and record review, the Facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and control program that reduces the risk of adverse events, including the development of antibiotic-resistant organisms, from unnecessary or inappropriate antibiotic use in 2 of 3 residents (R11, R75 and R238) reviewed for antibiotic stewardship in the sample of 33. Findings include: 1. R238's Face Sheet, dated 11/15/2022, documents she was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses sacralities, (inflammation of sacrum), osteomyelitis of vertebra, lumbar region and Proteus (Mirabilis), (Morganii). R238's POS (Physician Order Sheet), dated 9/12/2022 through 9/23/2022, documents Vancomycin 125 mg po, (per os (taking orally)), every day for c-diff prophylaxis. R238's MAR (Medication Administration Record), dated 9/12/2022 through 9/23/2022, documents staff administered 9 doses of Vancomycin to the resident. On 11/17/2022 at 1:00 PM, V2, DON (Director of Nursing), stated she knew she'd get in trouble for the Physician writing an order for an antibiotic prophylactically, because to be on an antibiotic in long term care you have to be tested for an infection and have an organism documented before a resident is started on an antibiotic. On 11/17/2022 at 1:45 PM, V1, Interim Administrator, stated resident's need to have an organism listed to be on antibiotics. She didn't know R238 was prescribed Vancomycin for prophylactic c-diff, (Clostridioides difficile). Staff should have notified the physician to test the resident for c-diff prior to administering the medication. On 11/17/2022 at 10:52 AM, V28, Nurse Practitioner, stated, If a resident has an infection and they've had c-diff twice before the provider sometimes writes a prophylactic antibiotic to prevent the resident from getting c-diff again.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

  • "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
  • "What safeguards are in place to prevent abuse and neglect?"
  • "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
  • "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
  • "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
Concerns
  • • Multiple safety concerns identified: Federal abuse finding, 2 life-threatening violation(s), 5 harm violation(s), $108,557 in fines, Payment denial on record. Review inspection reports carefully.
  • • 43 deficiencies on record, including 2 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
  • • $108,557 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Illinois. Major compliance failures.
  • • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
Bottom line: This facility has a substantiated abuse finding. Extreme caution advised. Explore alternatives.

About This Facility

What is Nexus At Columbia's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns Nexus at Columbia an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered much below average nationally. Within Illinois, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.

How is Nexus At Columbia Staffed?

CMS rates Nexus at Columbia's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 56%, which is 10 percentage points above the Illinois average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 64%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.

What Have Inspectors Found at Nexus At Columbia?

State health inspectors documented 43 deficiencies at Nexus at Columbia during 2022 to 2025. These included: 2 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death), 5 that caused actual resident harm, 35 with potential for harm, and 1 minor or isolated issues. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.

Who Owns and Operates Nexus At Columbia?

Nexus at Columbia is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by BRIA HEALTH SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 119 certified beds and approximately 101 residents (about 85% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in COLUMBIA, Illinois.

How Does Nexus At Columbia Compare to Other Illinois Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Illinois, Nexus at Columbia's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 2.5, staff turnover (56%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Nexus At Columbia?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "What safeguards and monitoring systems are in place to protect residents from abuse or neglect?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations, the substantiated abuse finding on record, the facility's high staff turnover rate, and the below-average staffing rating.

Is Nexus At Columbia Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, Nexus at Columbia has documented safety concerns. The facility has 1 substantiated abuse finding (meaning confirmed case of resident harm by staff or other residents). Inspectors have issued 2 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Illinois. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.

Do Nurses at Nexus At Columbia Stick Around?

Staff turnover at Nexus at Columbia is high. At 56%, the facility is 10 percentage points above the Illinois average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 64%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?

Was Nexus At Columbia Ever Fined?

Nexus at Columbia has been fined $108,557 across 4 penalty actions. This is 3.2x the Illinois average of $34,164. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.

Is Nexus At Columbia on Any Federal Watch List?

Nexus at Columbia is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.