PITTSFIELD MANOR

610 LOWRY STREET, PITTSFIELD, IL 62363 (217) 285-5200
For profit - Corporation 89 Beds UNLIMITED DEVELOPMENT, INC. Data: November 2025 1 Immediate Jeopardy citation
Trust Grade
0/100
#611 of 665 in IL
Last Inspection: December 2024

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

Overview

Pittsfield Manor has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the quality of care provided. It ranks #611 out of 665 nursing homes in Illinois, placing it in the bottom half of facilities in the state, and is the lowest-ranked option in Pike County. The facility is worsening, with issues increasing dramatically from 2 in 2023 to 34 in 2024. While staffing is rated average with a 3/5 star rating and turnover at 54% is similar to the state average, the RN coverage is concerning as it is lower than 85% of Illinois facilities. Families should be aware that there have been serious incidents, including a resident who received inadequate assistance while dealing with significant hygiene issues, and another resident who was not provided timely treatment, leading to a hospital admission. Additionally, there was an altercation between residents that resulted in injuries requiring emergency care, highlighting serious safety and supervision concerns at the facility.

Trust Score
F
0/100
In Illinois
#611/665
Bottom 9%
Safety Record
High Risk
Review needed
Inspections
Getting Worse
2 → 34 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
54% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
○ Average
$251,493 in fines. Higher than 57% of Illinois facilities. Some compliance issues.
Skilled Nurses
⚠ Watch
Each resident gets only 27 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
★★★☆☆
3.0
Staff Levels
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Care Quality
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2023: 2 issues
2024: 34 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: 54%

Near Illinois avg (46%)

Higher turnover may affect care consistency

Federal Fines: $251,493

Well above median ($33,413)

Significant penalties indicating serious issues

Chain: UNLIMITED DEVELOPMENT, INC.

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

The Ugly 43 deficiencies on record

1 life-threatening 4 actual harm
Dec 2024 14 deficiencies 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G)

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide timely treatment for 1 of 3 residents (R68) reviewed for change of condition in the sample of 33. This failure result...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide timely treatment for 1 of 3 residents (R68) reviewed for change of condition in the sample of 33. This failure resulted in R68 delay in treatment and requiring hospital admission. Findings include: 1. R68's nursing notes, dated 12/01/2024 at 10:17 AM, documents attempted to contact radiology for x-ray results and left message on answering machine. R68's nursing notes, dated 12/1/2024 at 1:23 PM, documents, contacted Nurse Practitioner unable to obtain x-ray results and resident continues with decline in physical mobility, cough with yellow sputum, afebrile, wheezing bilateral upper lobes. and received NO (nurse order) for Ceftriaxome IM QD (daily) x 3 days. CBC (complete blood count) and CMP (comprehensive metabolic profile) on Monday 12-02-24. R68s' nursing notes, dated 12/01/2024 at 11:13 PM, documents, resident experiencing nasal congestion, denies dyspnea or shortness of breath. Resident afebrile at 98.4 F. Diffuse wheezing auscultated to bilateral lungs. Resident denies experiencing a productive cough. Resident has brisk capillary refill with no cyanosis present. HOB elevated pulse oximetry at 98% on room air. R68's final x-ray results, dated 12/2/2024 at 7:41AM, documents minimal bibasilar airspace disease, may represent atelectasis, aspiration or pneumonia. R68's nursing notes, dated 12/02/2024 at 09:02 AM, documents, resident noted to have increase in weakness requiring use of sit-stand. He continues to have cough, congestion, and wheezing heard in upper and bilateral lobes. Vitals were 145/77, 89% on RA (Room air), (initiated PRN oxygen at 2L) , T (Temperature):100, RR (Respiratory Rate) 20 (Pulse), P 77. He states during exertion he is SOB (Short of breath) but not at rest. Resident placed into isolation r/t (related to) s/s (signs and symptoms) and awaiting test at this time. On 12/2/2024 at 10:33AM, R68 stated, I am sick that is why I am in isolation R68's Hospital history and physica,l dated 12/2/2024 at 4:11PM, documents coarse lung sounds throughout with diffuse expiratory wheeze. Complaint community acquired pneumonia. R68's hospital admission history and physical documents R68 complains of body aches, weakness and non -productive cough. R68's history and physical documents assessment and plan ; community acquired pneumonia, supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula, titrate as able, vitals every 4 hours, respiratory failure. On 12/5/2024 at 12:50PM, V1, Administrator, stated she took R68 to the local hospital for an X-ray on Saturday 11/30/2024, as (x-ray company) could not be at facility until Monday. V1 stated when called hospital for x-ray results were told x-ray results not be read until Monday. V2 stated X-ray results came in sometime on Monday. The facility policy Change in a resident's condition, revised 12/02, documents, the facility shall promptly notify the resident, and /or residents's representative, and his or her attending physician of changes in the resident's condition and/or status. The policy documents the nurse will notify the resident's attending physician when there is a significant change in the resident's physical , mental , or psychosocial status; deemed necessary or appropriate in the best interest of the resident. The facility policy diagnostic service dated revised 11/28/17 documents provision has been made for promptly and conveniently obtaining required clinical laboratory , x-ray and other diagnostic services from clinical laboratory or diagnostic service, physicians office or hospital.
CONCERN (D)

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

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

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 prevent abuse for 1 of 1 residents (R63) reviewed for abuse in 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 prevent abuse for 1 of 1 residents (R63) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 33. Findings include: R63's Face Sheet, print date of 12/9/24, documents R63 was admitted on [DATE] and has a diagnosis of Dementia. R63's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R63 is severely cognitievely impaired. R73s' Face Sheet, print date of 12/3/24, documents R73 was admitted on [DATE] and has diagnosis of Dementia with psychotic disturbance. R73's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R73 is severely cognitively impaired. R73's Nurses Note, dated 11/03/2024 09:29 PM, documents, CNAs (Certified Nurses Aides) observed res. (resident) go into wife's (R63s') room, argue with her, and then hit her in face x 2. Staff intervened and assisted res. out of room. Res. very HOH (hard of hearing) and has difficulty understanding others. Appears to get frustrated with wife and staff d/t (due to) not understanding. Attempted to use communication board or writing things out on paper, but doesn't appear to understand that either. Res. taken to own room and assisted res to bed. Res up to br (bathroom) and back to bed at this time is resting well. Steristrips intact to old skin tear on rt elbow. On 12/9/24 at 9:40 AM, V29, Certified Nurse Aide, stated, After dinner, I was with another resident (R77) in the hall by the dining room because she was having an episode. I heard (R73) and (R63) having a commotion. They were having a disagreement. (R63) was getting aggravated with (R73). (R73) was standing in front of (R63) and he slapped her in the face. I left (R77) and went to separate them and redirect (R73). I went back to (R77). When I turned around, (R73) was back in-front of (R63) and he slapped her again. I am not sure who I told the nurse that was on duty that night or the morning nurse. I did not let (V1, Administrator) know. The policy Abuse Prohibition and Reporting, dated 11/28/19, documents, The facility actively prohibits resident abuse including neglect, corporal punishment, involuntary seclusion, misappropriation of property, injuries of unknown source, exploitation, and use of any physical or chemical restraining not required to treat resident symptoms.
CONCERN (D)

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 allegation of abuse to the Illinois Department of Public ...

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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 allegation of abuse to the Illinois Department of Public Health for 1 of 1 resident (R63) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 33. Findings include: R63's Face Sheet, print date of 12/9/24, documents R63 was admitted on [DATE] and has a diagnosis of Dementia. R63's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R63 is severely cognitievely impaired. R73's Face Sheet, print date of 12/3/24, documents R73 was admitted on [DATE] and has diagnosis of Dementia with psychotic disturbance. R73's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R73 is severely cognitively impaired. R73's Nurses Note, dated 11/03/2024 09:29 PM, documents, CNAs (Certified Nurses Aides) observed res. (resident) go into wife's (R63s') room, argue with her, and then hit her in face x 2. Staff intervened and assisted res. out of room. Res. very HOH (hard of hearing) and has difficulty understanding others. Appears to get frustrated with wife and staff d/t (due to) not understanding. Attempted to use communication board or writing things out on paper, but doesn't appear to understand that either. Res. taken to own room and assisted res to bed. Res up to br (bathroom) and back to bed at this time is resting well. Steristrips intact to old skin tear on rt elbow. On 12/3/24 at 8:50 AM, V1, Administrator, stated she does not have an abuse investigation for R73. V1 stated there is a follow up note in his record because R73 did not slap his wife; he was trying to wake her up from her chair by shaking the chair. V1 stated she did not find out about this incident until they came across the note, also in his record. On 12/3/24 at 2:09 PM, V31, Director of Memory Care, stated, I was not here when the abuse allegation happened. I was notified later that evening by a CNA. She said they (R73 and wife) had gotten into it at the dining table and the nursing staff called (V1) and took care of it. The next day I came in and read the note about him hitting her. I went and asked (V1) if she was aware, and she said she wasn't. I left it at that, because it is (V1's) job to investigate abuse. On 12/3/24 at 2:34 PM, V30, Licensed Practical Nurse, stated, On 11/3/24, a Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) came and told me that he was getting excited and slapped his wife. I told (V2, Director of Nurses) called the family, and the Doctor. I did not let (V1) know. On 12/9/24 at 9:40 AM, V29, Certified Nurse Aide, stated, After dinner, I was with another resident (R77) in the hall by the dining room because she was having an episode. I heard (R73 and R63) having a commotion. They were having a disagreement. (R63) was getting aggravated with (R73). (R73) was standing in front of (R63), and he slapped her in the face. I left (R77) and went to separate them and redirect (R73). I went back to (R77). When I turned around, (R73) was back in-front of (R63), and he slapped her again. I am not sure who I told the nurse that was on duty that night or the morning nurse. I did not let (V1) know. The policy Abuse Prohibition and Reporting, dated 11/28/19, documents, The facility actively prohibits resident abuse including neglect, corporal punishment, involuntary seclusion, misappropriation of property, injuries of unknown source, exploitation, and use of any physical or chemical restraining not required to treat resident symptoms. It continues, B. Initial steps and reports of alleged abuse or neglect 1. Facility employee or agent who becomes aware of alleged abuse or neglect of resident should immediately report the matter to the facility Administrator or designee. If allegation involves the Administrator then the facility employee or agent should immediately report the matter to the facility DON (Director of Nurses) 2. If the matter involves alleged abuse or results in serious bodily injury, the administrator, or designee shall provide the Illinois Department of Public Health with initial notice of the alleged abuse or serious bodily injury as soon as possible, but not more that 2 hours after the matter becomes known or not later that 24 hours if the allegation does not involve abuse and does not result in serious bodily injury. It continues, 7. If the incident involves alleged abuse and substantiated evidence indicates that another resident of the facility is the perpetrator of the abuse, then the administrator shall take all steps necessary to protect all residents in the facility from abuse until the alleged perpetrator can be evaluated. It continues, Interviews with all involved parties or potential witnesses will be completed. If possible, at least two interviewers shall be present for each witness interview. At least one interviewer shall take notes. 2. Signed statements from those persons who saw or heard information pertinent to the incident shall be obtained. Statements shall be taken from the suspect, the person making the accusations, the resident abused or neglected, other staff or residents who may have witnessed the incident, and any other person who may have information related to incident. 3. The Administrator shall keep copies of all notes from the interviews conducted by the Administrator or other facility interviewed in the course of the investigation. 4. the Administrator shall be responsible for supervising the investigation and reporting the results of the investigation to the Illinois Department of Public Health.' It continues, 1. the shift nurse on duty who is first made aware of any allegations of abuse or neglect concerning any resident shall immediately examine the resident involved to determine whether the resident is an any distress or has suffered any injury. The nurse shall take all steps necessary to protect the resident from danger, and document as necessary. 2. If the incident involves suspected abuse, then the shift nurse shall assure that the suspected abuser has no further contact with the resident involved or withany other resident.
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** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to investagate an allegation of abuse for 1 of 1 resident (R63) review...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to investagate an allegation of abuse for 1 of 1 resident (R63) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 33. Findings include: R63's Face Sheet, print date of 12/9/24, documents R63 was admitted on [DATE] and has a diagnosis of Dementia. R63's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R63 is severely cognitievely impaired. R73's Face Sheet, print date of 12/3/24, documents R73 was admitted on [DATE] and has diagnosis of Dementia with psychotic disturbance. R73's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R73 is severely cognitively impaired. R73's Nurses Note, dated 11/03/2024 09:29 PM, documents, CNAs (Certified Nurses Aides) observed res. (resident) go into wife's (R63s') room, argue with her, and then hit her in face x 2. Staff intervened and assisted res. out of room. Res. very HOH (hard of hearing) and has difficulty understanding others. Appears to get frustrated with wife and staff d/t (due to) not understanding. Attempted to use communication board or writing things out on paper, but doesn't appear to understand that either. Res. taken to own room and assisted res to bed. Res up to br (bathroom) and back to bed at this time is resting well. Steristrips intact to old skin tear on rt elbow. On 12/3/24 at 8:50 AM, V1, Administrator, stated she does not have an abuse investigation for R73. V1 stated there is a follow up note in his record because R73 did not slap his wife; he was trying to wake her up from her chair by shaking the chair. V1 stated she did not find out about this incident until they came across the note, also in his record. On 12/3/24 at 2:09 PM, V31, Director of Memory Care, stated, I was not here when the abuse allegation happened. I was notified later that evening by a CNA. She said they (R73 and wife) had gotten into it at the dining table and the nursing staff called (V1) and took care of it. The next day, I came in and read the note about him hitting her. I went and asked (V1) if she was aware, and she said she wasn't. I left it at that, because it is (V1's) job to investigate abuse. On 12/3/24 at 2:34 PM, V30, Licensed Practical Nurse, stated, On 11/3/24 a Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) came and told me that he was getting excited and slapped his wife. I told (V2, Director of Nurses), called the family, and the Doctor. I did not let (V1) know. On 12/9/24 at 9:40 AM, V29, Certified Nurse Aide, stated, I don't know anything about (R73) hitting his wife (R63) in her room. After dinner, I was with another resident (R77) in the hall by the dining room because she was having an episode. I heard (R73 and R63) having a commotion. They were having a disagreement. (R63) was getting aggravated with (R73). (R73) was standing in front of (R63), and he slapped her in the face. I left (R77) and went to separate them and redirect (R73). I went back to (R77). When I turned around, (R73) was back in front of (R63), and he slapped her again. I am not sure who I told the nurse that was on duty that night or the morning nurse. I did not let (V1) know. The policy Abuse Prohibition and Reporting, dated 11/28/19, documents, The facility actively prohibits resident abuse including neglect, corporal punishment, involuntary seclusion, misappropriation of property, injuries of unknown source, exploitation, and use of any physical or chemical restraining not required to treat resident symptoms. It continues, B. Initial steps and reports of alleged abuse or neglect 1. Facility employee or agent who becomes aware of alleged abuse or neglect of resident should immediately report the matter to the facility Administrator or designee. If allegation involves the Administrator then the facility employee or agent should immediately report the matter to the facility DON (Director of Nurses) 2. If the matter involves alleged abuse or results in serious bodily injury, the administrator, or designee shall provide the Illinois Department of Public health with initial notice of the alleged abuse or serious bodily injury as soon as possible, but not more that 2 hours after the matter becomes known or not later that 24 hours if the allegation does not involve abuse and does not result in serious bodily injury. It continues, 7. If the incident involves alleged abuse and substantiated evidence indicates that another resident of the facility is the perpetrator of the abuse, then the administrator shall take all steps necessary to protect all residents in the facility from abuse until the alleged perpetrator can be evaluated. It continues, Interviews with all involved parties or potential witnesses will be completed. If possible, at least two interviewers shall be present for each witness interview. At least one interviewer shall take notes. 2. Signed statements from those persons who saw or heard information pertinent to the incident shall be obtained. Statements shall be taken from the suspect, the person making the accusations, the resident abused or neglected, other staff or residents who may have witnessed the incident, and any other person who may have information related to incident. 3. The Administrator shall keep copies of all notes from the interviews conducted by the Administrator or other facility interviewed in the course of the investigation. 4. the Administrator shall be responsible for supervising the investigation and reporting the results of the investigation to the Illinois Department of Public Health.' It continues, 1. the shift nurse on duty who is first made aware of any allegations of abuse or neglect concerning any resident shall immediately examine the resident involved to determine whether the resident is an any distress or has suffered any injury. The nurse shall take all steps necessary to protect the resident from danger, and document as necessary. 2. If the incident involves suspected abuse, then the shift nurse shall assure that the suspected abuser has no further contact with the resident involved or withany other resident.
CONCERN (D)

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

Transfer Notice (Tag F0623)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview record review, the facility failed to provide 2 of 5 residents (R46, R73) with written documentation as to wh...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview record review, the facility failed to provide 2 of 5 residents (R46, R73) with written documentation as to why they were being sent to the hospital, for residents reviewed for transfer in the sample of 33. Findings include: 1. R73's Face Sheet, print date of 12/3/24, documents R73 was admitted on [DATE] and has diagnosis of Dementia with psychotic disturbance. R73's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R73 is severely cognitively impaired. R73's Nurses Note, dated 11/06/2024 03:54 PM, documents, Resident returned from (local Emergency Room) with no new orders or changes in condition. Per the hospital record, no new findings were identified. The left pupil, which had been noted as dilated earlier, was documented in the hospital as a previous finding from an earlier event (likely related to an injury from a past fire-related incident). This was confirmed in the hospital record, and no acute concerns regarding the pupil were raised. The resident's blood and blood clots in the urine were evaluated during the ER (emergency Room) visit; however, no additional issues were noted, and the urinary findings were not considered a new or urgent concern at this time. The attending physician at the hospital cleared the resident for return to the facility, and no further acute interventions were required. Resident's condition remains stable, and they will continue to be monitored closely for any changes. On 12/9/24 at 11:30 AM, V28, Licensed Practical Nurse, stated she does not remember if she gives anything to the resident in plain verbage as to why they are going out to the hospital. 2. R46's face sheet, dated 11/18/2024, documents admit date [DATE]; latest return from hospital. R46's record does not document R46 was orientated or prepared for hospital transfer. On 12/3/2024 at 10:16AM, R46 stated she had been to the hospital several times this past year. On 12/5/2024 at 8:30AM, V16, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated the facility does not hand the resident anything in regards to reason for transfer. V16 stated there is no information handed specifically to the resident. V16 stated the information is given to the emergency medical staff. On 12/5/2024 at 8:50AM V2, Director of Nursing (DON), stated the facility does not provide the resident anything in writing in regards to reason for transfer. The facility policy transfer of a resident dated, revised 1/11/2023 documents, it is the policy of the facility to have established procedures for all types of resident transfers. The policy documents upon order by the physician to transfer a resident to the hospital , the family and /or representative and hospital shall be notified. The policy documents nurse will communicate information necessary to meet resident needs during resident transfer to the hospital.
CONCERN (D)

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

PASARR Coordination (Tag F0644)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to initiate a level 2 Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) for one of 3 residents (R32) reviewed for PASAAR in the sample of 33...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to initiate a level 2 Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) for one of 3 residents (R32) reviewed for PASAAR in the sample of 33. Findings include: 1. R32's face sheet, undated, documents diagnoses of Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type, and pervasive developmental disorder, unspecified. R32's PASARR level one report, dated 5/25/2023, documents, there is no evidence of a condition of an intellectual/developmental disability or a serious behavioral health condition. If changes occur or new information refutes these findings , a new screen must be submitted. On 12/05/24 at 1:39 PM V27, Social Services, stated on admission R32 did not have a diagnosis of schizoaffective or pervasive personality disorder. V27 stated when the physician added a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder and pervasive on 10/10/24, there was no Level 2 PASAAR done. V27, Social Services, stated a level 2 should be done with her change in diagnosis. On 12/9/2024 at 10:45AM, V1, Administrator, stated the facility does not have a policy on PASAAR. V1 stated she would expect the facility to follow the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidelines on PASAAR requirements.
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 observation, interview, and record review, the Facility failed to provide feeding assistance for 3 of 5 residents (R8, ...

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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 provide feeding assistance for 3 of 5 residents (R8, R41, and R52) reviewed for nutrition and feeding assistance in the sample of 33. The findings include: 1. R41's Face Sheet, undated, documents R41 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Generalized muscle weakness/wasting, falls, Lack of coordination, Hemiplegia/Hemiparesis affecting left side, Cerebral infarction, Trans Ischemic Attack (TIA), Anxiety disorder, Sacroiliitis, Right artificial shoulder joint, Hypertension (HTN), Anemia, Atrial Fibrillation, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) - stage 3, and prediabetes. R41's Care Plan, dated 11/15/24, documents R41 has had a 9% weight loss over 90 days. Interventions: Offer R41 house supplement with breakfast and lunch. It continues 9/18/24: Resident Care Information: Mobility: X1. Encourage ambulation to and from meals with staff assist. Regular diet/thin liquids Assistance for eating: set up; feeds self. R41's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R41 is cognitively intact and is independent for eating. R41's Nutritional Assessment, dated 9/19/24, documents Feeding Capabilities: Independent/Supervised. R41's Physician Order (PO), dated 8/22/24, documents Weekly Weight. Once A Day on Fri. R41's PO, dated 5/29/24, documents Regular Diet. R41's PO, dated 11/15/24, documents House Supplement 4oz with breakfast and lunch. R41's Dietary Note, dated 10/22/24 at 1:26 PM, documents, RD (Registered Dietician) eval (evaluation) for Oct (October) wt (weight) loss. Ht (Height) 59 10/1 wt 130# (pounds) with wt loss of 10.3% x 90 days and 14.1% x 180 days. 10/18 wt 130.2# BMI (Body Mass Index) 26.29. History of gradual wt loss, wts currently stable x 2months. Regular diet. Past intakes appear not to be meeting needs. Overall wt per BMI remains acceptable. Rec (recommend) adding house supplement with breakfast and lunch for additional support, goal is to prevent further wt loss. Monitor and f/u (follow up) as indicated. R41's Administrator Note, dated 11/8/24 at 9:45 AM, documents, Resident triggered for a weight loss @ (at) 90 days. Supplemental shakes requested TID (three times daily). MD (Medial Doctor) notified, will monitor weekly. On 12/2/24 at 1:00 PM, R41 was seen sitting in her room eating lunch (salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy) on a normal plate and regular utensils. R41 was trying to use a fork to eat while her hands were shaking and her food was falling off the fork and all over. There was no supplemental shake seen on her lunch tray. V12 and V13, R8's Daughters, were visiting, and brought in pizza for R8 and R41, to eat and stated R8 and R41 should not use a fork to eat because they shake so much, the food just falls off and flies all over the room. V12 and V13 stated no one ever helps either R8 or R41 to eat. On 12/5/24 at 1:00 PM, R41 was seen in the dining room with regular plate and silver ware. R41 had a ham sandwich and was just eating the pieces of ham, R41 had a cup of juice and a cup of milk in front of her. There was no supplemental shake seen on her lunch tray. V24, CNA, stated, (R41) uses a sippy cup ([NAME] Cup) because she shakes so bad and can't use a regular cup. (R41) usually gets finger foods, such as sandwiches and such, so she can use her fingers to eat. (R41) is on a regular diet with regular texture. (R41) has a cup of juice and a cup of milk with her lunch today. V24 stated she is not aware of R41 getting any kind of supplement, and she doesn't see one with her lunch. On 12/9/24 at 12:20 PM, R41 was seen sitting at the dining room table eating spaghetti with a normal plate and normal utensils. R41 was seen shaking badly with spaghetti falling off her fork. R41 was picking up her piece of garlic bread and eating it, after trying to eat the spaghetti with a fork. On 12/9/24 at 12:22 PM, V28, was seen assisting other residents with feeding. When asked about R41 needing assistance, V28 stated, I don't normally work with (R41), but I can see she does shake badly. V28 asked V37, Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN, about R41 needing feeding assistance. V37 walked up to R41 and asked her if she needed help, and R41 stated No. R37 walked away without assisting R41. On 12/9/24 at 12:45 PM, R41 was seen leaving her dining room table with minimal amount of spaghetti eaten, and most of her piece of garlic bread. 2. R8's Face Sheet, undated, documents R8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Cerebral infarction, Fracture of left humerus, Cellulitis, Morbid obesity, Urinary incontinence, Cardiomegaly, Malignant neoplasm of endometrium, Chronic Kidney Disease -stage 2, Hemiplegia, Aphasia, Urinary Tract Infection, and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. R8's Care Plan, dated 11/11/24, documents R8 Resident Care Information: Diet: Regular/thin liquids, Finger foods when available. Assistance for eating: set up for meals Adaptive Equipment: scoop plate/Kennedy cups. R8's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R8 is cognitively intact and requires set up/clean up assistance for meals, and substantial assistance to dependent on staff for all other ADLs. R8's Physician Order (PO), dated 3/15/24, documents, Pro-Stat AWC (amino acids-protein hydrolys) - 17-100 gram-kcal/30 mL, Twice A Day. R8's PO, dated 4/29/23, documents, Diet: Regular. R8's electronic medical record, under vitals: Weights: documents R8's weight on 1/19/24 was 161.3lbs, and with the most recent weight of 184lbs. R8's Dietician Note, dated 6/23/24 at 5:07 PM, documents, RD eval May wt gain. Ht 62 5/7 wt 172# with wt gain of 11.7% over 180 days. 6/4 wt 176#. BMI 32.19-obese. Diet is regular, per meal card sent K cups and finger foods. Intake appears adequate to meet needs based on wt history. Prostat AWC 30ml TID continues with current wounds on right toe and shin, not identifed as pressure wounds. No changes at this time. Monitor and f/u as indicated. On 12/2/24 at 12:25 PM, R8 seen with plate of food on bedside table. R8 was sitting in chair trying to eat with fork. R8 was very shaky and food falling all over. No staff seen attempting to help R8 with eating. No special utensils or plate was used. On 12/2/24 at 1:00 PM, R8 was seen sitting in her room eating lunch. R8 was trying to use a fork to eat, with food falling all over. V12 and V13, R8's Daughters, were at R8's bedside assisting R8 to eat. V12 and V13 brought in pizza for R8 and her roommate (R41) to eat. V12 and V13 stated R8 cannot use a fork to eat and they have talked to the facility, including the kitchen staff, about giving R8 finger foods because she uses her fingers to eat most of the time. V12 and V13 stated R8's lunch had meat (salisbury steak), and mashed potatoes and gravy, which she cannot eat with her fingers, and it falls off the fork due to R8 shaking. V12 and V13 stated R8 is supposed to have a special plate with sides on it, and they are supposed to bring her finger foods, and they don't, so the family will bring in something R8 can eat with her hands. V12 and V13 stated R8's roommate, R41, is the same way, and no one every helps them eat, and they are so shaky that food falls all over. On 12/5/24 at 12:55 PM, R8 was seen sitting in her room, R8 stated her grandson came in and brought her lunch and helped her. R8's plate for this meal had curved edges and regular silverware sitting on the table. The Facility's Special Needs Policy, dated 11/28/17, documents, To address special needs, this facility will provide the necessary care and treatment, including medical and nursing care, consistent with professional standards of practice and in accordance with physician orders, the comprehensive person-centered care plan, and the resident's goals and preferences. Purpose: to properly provide routine and emergency care and treatment to residents with special needs pertaining to parenteral fluids, respiratory care, prostheses, and dialysis. Procedure: 1. Comprehensive care plans will be developed based on resident assessments, goals, and preferences in accordance with assessment and care plan procedures. 2. The facility will utilize a systematic approach for the management of special needs, including efforts to identify risk; stabilize, reduce, or remove underlying risk factors; monitor the impact of the interventions; and modify the interventions as appropriate, including emergency situations. The Facility's Nursing Rehab Policy, dated 11/06, documents, It is the policy of the facility to provide a program to assist the resident to achieve and maintain the maximum level of function physically, mentally, and socially. 3. R52's Face Sheet, print date of 12/5/24, documents R52 was admitted on [DATE] and has diagnoses of Parkinsonism and Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy Bodies. R52's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R52 has moderate cognitive impairment and requires set up clean-up assistance with dining. R52's Care Plan, dated 11/11/22, documents, Resident Care Information. Approach: Regular Diet, thin liquids. Assistance for eating; set up tray Adaptive Equipment; Kennedy cups; curved spoon takes meals in main dining room. On12/2/24 at 12:25 PM, R52 was served her lunch of Salisbury steak, corn, and mashed potatoes. No staff offered to open up her silverware or cut up her meat. R52 sat and stared at her plate, and holding her rolled up silverware. At 12:35 PM, R52 was trying to cut up her meat. R52 was unsuccessful. R52 was placing the knife on top of the Salisbury steak and trying to get the knife up to her mouth and lick the knife. R52 was unsuccessful. R52 was attempting to eat her mashed potatoes with her knife. R52 backed away from her table in her wheelchair. R52 pushed with her feet backwards to the middle of the dining room. No staff attempted to redirect her or encourage her to eat. At 12:57 PM, R52 asked staff to cut up her meat. V10, Certified Nurses Aide (CNA), stated she could do it for her, and did. V10 walked away. R52 was unable to get the food into her mouth. At 1:16 PM, V4, Registered Nurse (RN), asked R52 if she was done. R52 stated No, I can eat more. V4 asked R52 if she needed help, R52 stated Yes. V4 gave her 3 bites while standing up at her side. R52 then tried to feed herself again. V4 then pushed her wheelchair closer to the table and walked away. R52 tried to feed herself. V4, from across the room, said, Hold up you're really struggling today let me help you, and pulled up a chair and began to feed her. On 12/9/24 at 8:30 AM, V1, Administrator, stated the facility does not have a feeding policy, but she would expect staff to assist any resident with eating if they needed it.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0692 (Tag F0692)

Could have caused harm · 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 provide supplemental shakes as ordered for 1 of 5 res...

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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 provide supplemental shakes as ordered for 1 of 5 residents (R41) reviewed for nutrition and feeding assistance in the sample of 33. The findings include: 1. R41's Face Sheet, undated, documents R41 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Generalized muscle weakness/wasting, falls, Lack of coordination, Hemiplegia/Hemiparesis affecting left side, Cerebral infarction, Trans Ischemic Attack (TIA), Anxiety disorder, Sacroiliitis, Right artificial shoulder joint, HTN, Anemia, GERD, Atrial Fibrillation, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) - stage 3, and prediabetes. R41's Care Plan, dated 11/15/24, documents R41 has had a 9% weight loss over 90 days. Interventions: Offer R41 house supplement with breakfast and lunch. It continues 9/18/24: Resident Care Information: Mobility: X1. Encourage ambulation to and from meals with staff assist. Regular diet/thin liquids Assistance for eating: set up; feeds self. R41's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R41 is cognitively intact and is independent for eating. R41's Nutritional Assessment, dated 9/19/24, documents Feeding Capabilities: Independent/Supervised. R41's Physician Order (PO), dated 8/22/24, documents, Weekly Weight. Once A Day on Fri. R41's PO, dated 5/29/24, documents, Regular Diet. R41's PO, dated 11/15/24, documents, House Supplement 4oz with breakfast and lunch. R41's Electronic Medical Record, under Vitals - Weights: 12/6/24 - 125lbs (pounds), 11/29/24 - 125lbs, 11/15/24 - 128.6lbs, 11/8/24 - 127.6lbs, 11/4/24 - 131lbs, 11/1/24 - 130.8lbs, 10/25/24 - 130.1lbs, 10/18/24 - 130.2lbs, 10/11/24 - 131.8lbs, 10/9/24 - 131lbs, 10/1/24 - 130lbs, 9/27/24 - 130lbs, 9/20/24 - 133lbs, 9/15/24 - 133lbs, 9/11/24 - 129.6lbs, 9/10/24 - 129.6lbs, 8/23/24 - 134lbs, 8/7/24 - 144lbs, 6/26/24 - 145lbs, 6/4/24 - 146lbs, 5/22/24 - 141lbs, 5/15/24 - 144.8lbs, 5/8/24 - 142.8, 5/7/24 - 146lbs, 5/1/24 - 143.2lbs, 4/24/24 - 144.8lbs, 4/17/24 - 144.8lbs, 4/4/24 - 151.4lbs, 4/3/24 - 153.8lbs, 4/1/24 - 160lbs, admission Weight 3/27/24 161.2lbs. R41's Dietary Note, dated 4/23/24 at 3:37 PM, documents, RD (Registered Dietitian) eval (evaluation) for new admit and wt (weight) loss. Nutrition related medical history includes recent pneumonia, CKD (chronic kidney disease) and prediabetes. Nutrition related med (medication) use includes Vit (vitamin) D3, psychotropics, MVI (multivitamin). Edema none found documented as present: Lab review, abnormal results: Per 4/17 lab report-glucose high, sodium, albumin an H/H (hemoglobin/hematocrit) low. Ht (height) 59 (inches) 3/27 admit wt 161.2# (pounds), 4/17 wt 144.8# BMI (body mass index) 29.24. Wt loss of 10.2% notes since 3/25 admit. 4/7 wt entry for 227.6# is not correct, request nursing to remove and/or correct wt entry to prevent future wt triggers. Diet is regular with Ensure 120ml (milliliters) BID (twice a day). Feeding ability: self. Nutrition needs calculated using AdjBW (adjusted body weight) of 158#- 1848 calories (28), 79 grams protein (1.2) and 1650 ml fluid (25 CKD). Skin: no pressure wounds reported/documented as present. No changes at this time as overall wt per BMI remains acceptable. Monitor and f/u (follow up) as indicated. R41's Dietary Note, dated 6/29/24 at 11:51 AM, documents, RD eval for new admit. Resident previously d/c (dis charged) home, admitted after recent hospitalization. Nutrition related medical history includes CKD and prediabetes. Nutrition related med use includes psychotropics, MVI. Lab review, abnormal results: no new for review. Ht 59 5/29 admit, 6/4 wt 146#, 6/26 wt 145# BMI 29.28. Wts stable since admit. Diet is regular. Feeding ability: self. Nutrition needs calculated using CBW- 1848 calories (28), 66 grams protein (1) and 1650 ml fluid (25 CKD). Skin: no pressure wounds reported/documented as present. No changes at this time, Monitor and f/u as indicated. R41's Dietary Note, dated 8/20/24 at 1:32 PM, documents, RD eval for wt loss as referred by facility. Ht 59 8/7 wt 144# BMI 29.08-overwt (overweight). Some wt loss 10.7% noted since original admit in March 2024. Wts have been stable since last admit 5/29. Diet is regular. No supplements in use. No changes at this time as overall wt per BMI remains acceptable. Monitor and f/u as indicated. R41's Dietary Note, dated 10/22/24 at 1:26 PM, documents, RD eval for Oct wt loss. Ht 59 10/1 wt 130# with wt loss of 10.3% x 90 days and 14.1% x 180 days. 10/18 wt 130.2# BMI 26.29. History of gradual wt loss, wts currently stable x 2months. Regular diet. Past intakes appear not to be meeting needs. Overall wt per BMI remains acceptable. Rec (recently) adding house supplement with breakfast and lunch for additional support, goal is to prevent further wt loss. Monitor and f/u as indicated. R41's Administrator Note, dated 11/8/24 at 9:45 AM, documents, Resident triggered for a weight loss @ (at) 90 days. Supplemental shakes requested TID (three times daily). MD notified, will monitor weekly. R41's Nursing Note, dated 12/6/24 at 10:17 PM, documents, Resident was awake propelling herself throughout the halls in her wheelchair until dinner time. She then returned to bed. She did not eat dinner because she never eat dinner per her statement. Fluids encouraged. On 12/2/24 at 1:00 PM, R41 was seen sitting in her room eating lunch (salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy) on a normal plate and regular utensils. R41 was trying to use a fork to eat while her hands were shaking and her food was falling off the fork and all over. There was no supplemental shake seen on her lunch tray. V12 and V13, R8's Daughters, were visiting, and brought in pizza for R8 and R41 to eat, and stated R8 and R41 should not use a fork to eat because they shake so much, the food just falls off and flies all over the room. V12 and V13 stated no one ever helps either R8 or R41 to eat. On 12/5/24 at 1:00 PM, R41 was seen in the dining room with regular plate and silver ware. R41 had a ham sandwich and was just eating the pieces of ham. R41 had a cup of juice and a cup of milk in front of her. There was no supplemental shake seen on her lunch tray. V24, CNA, stated, (R41) uses a sippy cup ([NAME] Cup) because she shakes so bad and can't use a regular cup. (R41) usually gets finger foods, such as sandwiches and such, so she can use her fingers to eat. (R41) is on a regular diet with regular texture. (R41) has a cup of juice and a cup of milk with her lunch today. V24 stated she is not aware of R41 getting any kind of supplement, and she doesn't see one with her lunch. On 12/9/24 at 12:20 PM, R41 was seen sitting at the dining room table eating spaghetti with a normal plate and normal utensils. R41 was seen shaking badly with spaghetti falling off her fork. R41 was picking up her piece of garlic bread and eating it, after trying to eat the spaghetti with a fork. On 12/9/24 at 12:22 PM, V28, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), was seen assisting other residents with feeding. When asked about R41 needing assistance, V28 stated, I don't normally work with (R41), but I can see she does shake badly. V28 asked V37, LPN, about R41 needing feeding assistance. V37 walked up to R41 and asked her if she needed help and R41 stated, No. R37 walked away without assisting R41. On 12/9/24 at 12:45 PM, R41 was seen leaving her dining room table with minimal amount of spaghetti eaten, and most of her piece of garlic bread. The Facility's Special Needs Policy, dated 11/28/17, documents, To address special needs, this facility will provide the necessary care and treatment, including medical and nursing care, consistent with professional standards of practice and in accordance with physician orders, the comprehensive person-centered care plan, and the resident's goals and preferences. Purpose: to properly provide routine and emergency care and treatment to residents with special needs pertaining to parenteral fluids, respiratory care, prostheses, and dialysis. Procedure: 1. Comprehensive care plans will be developed based on resident assessments, goals, and preferences in accordance with assessment and care plan procedures. 2. The facility will utilize a systematic approach for the management of special needs, including efforts to identify risk; stabilize, reduce, or remove underlying risk factors; monitor the impact of the interventions; and modify the interventions as appropriate, including emergency situations. The Facility's Nursing Rehab Policy, dated 11/06, documents, It is the policy of the facility to provide a program to assist the resident to achieve and maintain the maximum level of function physically, mentally, and socially.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0698 (Tag F0698)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain communication with dialysis center and check patency of a ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain communication with dialysis center and check patency of a dialysis shunt for 1 of 2 residents (R55) reviewed for dialysis in the sample of 33. Finidngs include: R55's Face Sheet, print date of 12/5/24, documents R55 was admitted on [DATE] and has a dependence on renal dialysis. R55's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R55 is cognitively intact. R55's Care Plan, dated 9/9/24, documents, Problem (R55) has end stage renal disease that requires HD (hemodialysis). Approach: Monitor dialysis port / shunt for bleeding. If profuse or quick bleeding, apply direct pressure and contact EMS (Emergency Medical Services). On 12/2/24 at 1:11 PM, R55 stated the Dialysis Center does not use his right arm shunt. He stated it hurts too bad and they use his chest access. R55 stated the staff do not check his shunt. On 12/3/24 at 1:57 PM V28, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated, There is no written communication between the facility and the dialysis center. (R55) does not take any paperwork with him and he doesn't bring any back. If I need to know a weight, I have to call them. He does not let the Dialysis Center use his right arm shunt. He says that it hurts to much. It is a new shunt that works just fine. He says it hurts to much so they are using the one in his chest. On 12/5/24 at 1:35 PM, R55 stated he never takes paperwork to dialysis or brings any back unless a medication has been changed. On 12/5/24 at 1:50 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated, I am not sure if the nurses chart on dialysis fistulas. The dialysis fistula should be checked for a bruit and thrill. There is a paper for communication between us and the Dialysis Center but getting the Dialysis Center to cooperate is difficult. On 12/9/24 at 8:14 AM, V28 stated, I usually do check (R55's) fistula. I am not sure what the other nurses do. V26 was questioned where she charts on the fistula, V26 stated, There isn't a place to chart it but you bring up a good point. I will get that added to the TAR (treatment administration record). R55's Electronic Medical Record fails to document the condition R55's right arm dialysis shunt. The policy Special Needs, dated 11/28/2027, documents, Purpose 1. to properly provide routine and emergency care and treatment to residents with special needs pertaining to parental fluids, respiratory care, prostheses, and dialysis. It continues, The facility will communicate relevant information with outside providers to ensure safe, continuous care of the resident.
CONCERN (D)

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

Unnecessary Medications (Tag F0759)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to administer correct dose of medication . There were 28 opportunities with 2 errors resulting in 7.14% medication error rate. T...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to administer correct dose of medication . There were 28 opportunities with 2 errors resulting in 7.14% medication error rate. The errors involved R41 in the sample of 3 observed during medication administration. Findings include: 1. On 12/3/2024 at 8:35AM, during medication administration, V4, Registered Nurse (RN), handed R4 nasal spray, and R4 was unable to administer. V4, RN, then sprayed one spray of fluticasone propionate nasal spray in each nostril. V4 then removed container of psyllium husk from medication cart. V4 then poured medication in medication cup measuring 30 Milliliters (ML). V4 then asked surveyor if correct dose. V4 then poured psyllium husk back in container and administered one teaspoon (tsp) in glass of water to R41. On 12/05/24 at 10:39 AM, V20, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated R41's nasal spray fluticasone proprionate is to be administered 2 sprays each nostril. V20, LPN, stated when administering Psyllium husks R41 is to receive 30 cc in med cup. R41's Physician Order (PO), with start date 5/29/2024, documents fluticasone propionate 50mcg; 2 sprays each nostril. R41's physician order, dated 9/19/2024, documents psyllium husk powder 3.4 grams/5.4grams amount : 30 grams total oral once a day R41's face sheet, dated 12/5/2024, documents in part a diagnosis of constipation. The facility policy medication administration, dated 2/04, documents all medications must be administered to the resident in the manner ad method as prescribed by the physician.
CONCERN (E)

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

Incontinence Care (Tag F0690)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to provide timely and complete incontinence care, includ...

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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 timely and complete incontinence care, including proper hand hygiene and glove changes for 5 of 5 residents (R8, R34, R36, R46, R76) reviewed for incontinence care in the sample of 33. The findings include: 1. R8's Face Sheet, undated, documents R8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Need for assistance with personal care, muscle weakness/wasting and atrophy, Lack of coordination, Generalized anxiety disorder, Depression, Vitamin deficiency, and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. R8's Care Plan, dated 11/11/24, documents R8's Resident Care Information: R8 is to be assessed for incontinence of bowel and bladder every 2 hours, Bowel and Bladder: Incontinent x2 assist, Incontinence Products Briefs: standard XL brief, Offer bed pan for toileting. R8's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R8 is cognitively intact and is dependent on staff for other Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). R8 is always incontinent of both bowel and bladder. On 12/2/24 at 11:50 AM, V6, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), in to provide incontinent care to R8. V6 donned gloves and searched every drawer for wipes, and was unable to find any, so doffed her gloves and left the room, then came back with wash cloths and put them into the sink. V6 donned gloves again and unfastened R8's brief and tucked it between her legs, V10, CNA, came in to help, with no hand hygiene while she donned gloves, and began wiping R8's groins, folded the wash cloth, then wiped once down the middle of R8's vagina, then R8 was rolled to her left side, showing stool. V6 used a wet wash cloth and wiped R8's anal area, then realized they needed more wash cloths, so V10 left the room to obtain more, came back in the room with no hand hygiene seen done, V10 donned gloves, wet more cloths from the sink and handed them to V6 and V6 wiped R8's anal area and Right buttock, then rolled R8 to the right, and the soiled brief and linen removed from under R8. There was no wiping of R8's left buttock, which had small amount of feces seen. R8 was then rolled to her back and the brief secured. There was no drying of R8 at any time during incontinence care. Both CNAs doffed their gloves, with no hand hygiene after care and before leaving the room. 2. R34's Face Sheet, undated, documents R34 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Atherosclerotic heart disease (ASHD), Anemia, Malignant neoplasm of skin, Atrial fibrillation, Weakness, Hypertension, and Hyperlipidemia. R34's Care Plan, dated 11/26/24, documents R34's Resident Care Information: Bowel and Bladder: Continent Toileting: Assist of two, Incontinence Products: XL Incontinence brief. R34's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R34 is cognitively intact and is dependent on staff for ADLs, including toileting. R34 is always incontinent of both bowel and bladder. On 12/2/24 at 12:26 PM, R34 was lying in bed with V10, CNA, and V6, CNA, getting ready to do incontinent care on R34. R34's brief was unfastened and tucked between his legs. V10 had a few washcloths and wet them from running water in the sink, then used the wet washcloths to wipe R34's peri-area, both groins, his testicles, and the shaft of R34's uncircumcised penis. At no time was R34's foreskin retracted and penis properly cleaned. R34 was turned to his right and the soiled brief was removed, then V10 wiped R34's anal area and buttocks, and applied a new brief to R34. Both CNAs doffed their gloves, then put R34's pants on him. There was no hand hygiene seen done before care, during glove changes, or after care, or before leaving the room. There were only wet washcloths with no cleansing product used during incontinent care. 5. R76's Care Plan, dated 9/11/2024, documents, Problem: Resident Care Information Approach: Bowel and Bladder: incontinent of both bowel and bladder, wears large (incontinence briefs). It also documents, 11/26/2024 Problem: (R76) has a UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). R76's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R76 is severely cognitively impaired, always incontinent of bowel and bladder, and dependent on staff for toileting. On 12/5/2024 at approximately 12:45 PM, V25, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), and V26, CNA, performed toileting for R76. R76 was incontinent of urine. V26 and V25 assisted R76 into the standing position. V26 then pulled R76 pants and undergarment down. V26 then removed the urine soiled undergarment and placed in the trash. V26 then assisted R76 into the sitting position on toilet. V26 and V25 left the room. At 12:50 PM, V25 and V26 returned and assisted R76 with toileting. V26 applied incontinent brief. V25 and V26 assisted R76 into a standing position. Using a wet wipe, V26 wiped R76's buttocks 3 times, and pulled R76's incontinent brief and pants up. On 12/5/2024 at 12:51 PM, V26, stated she (V26) was not sure R76 used the toilet. On 12/5/2024 at 12:51 PM, V25 stated she (R76) usually voids during transfer to toilet. On 12/9/2024 at approximately 11:00 AM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated she expects staff to perform incontinent care on a resident if they are incontinent, even if they use the toilet afterwards. On 12/9/2024 at 12:15 PM, V16, Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN, stated she would expect the staff to cleanse all areas of incontinence and follow the policy. V16 stated she would expect them to cleanse the peri and groin area, labia, penis, buttocks, and all areas that urine would touch. V16 stated even if the resident voided after being incontinent, she would expect incontinent care to be performed. On 12/9/2024 at 12:27 PM, V11, CNA, stated when cleansing a resident, she cleanses all areas of incontinence. V11 stated if the resident is incontinent and voids on the toilet, she performs incontinent care including the labia, penis, peri area, inner thighs, both buttocks, any area that the urine would touch. The Facility's Perineal Care Policy, dated 11/2018, documents, Objective: 1. To cleanse the perineum. 2. To prevent infection and odors. Equipment: 1. Washbasin. 2. Disposable gloves. 3. Soap and water or perineal cleanser or disposable peri-care wipes. 4. Clean washcloths. 5. Bath towel. 6. Incontinent underpad. 7. Skin care product. Procedure: 1. Explain the procedure to the resident and bring equipment to the bedside, screen resident for privacy. 2. expose perineal area. 3. Wash hands and put on disposable gloves. 4. Wash perineal area with soap and water, perineal cleanser or wipes. Begin cleansing from cleanest area in front to the most soiled area in back. Be sure that a clean surface of the washcloth is used for each wipe. On a female resident, clean the labia and its folds first. On a circumcised male resident, was the skin folds at the top of the penis using a circular motion. begin at the urethra and work downward. On an uncircumcised male resident, pull back the foreskin and wash the tip of the penis. carefully return the foreskin to its natural position. Be sure to clean from front to back. 5. After cleansing is complete, rinse if necessary, and then dry the resident by patting skin gently with a clean bath towel if using perineal cleanser and or soap and water. No necessary to pat dry resident if using wipes. 6. Apply skin care product to skin. 7. Remove gloves and wash your hands. 8. Assist resident to a comfortable position. 9. Observe condition of resident's skin and report any significant findings to nurse. The Facility's Proper Hand Washing Procedure, undated, documents Proper handwashing is the most effective way to reduce microorganisms to prevent the spread of infection. Total [NAME] for effective hand washing should take 20 seconds. When to wash hands: Employees must wash their hands: After removing disposable gloves, after engaging in any activity that would contaminate hands, after touching anything that contaminates hands. 3. R36's Minimum data set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R36 is dependant on staff for toileting. R36's MDS documents R36 is always incontinent of stool and urine. R36's care plan, dated 10/27/2021, documents R36 is at risk for skin injury related to poor nutritional intake, incontinence. R36's care plan documents document incontinent care after each incontinent episode. On 12/03/24 at 11:25AM, during incontinent care, R36 was turned to right side by V14, CNA. V14 washed V14's hands with soap and water, then donned gloves. R36 was incontinent a large amount of stool extending into vaginal area. V14, CN,A with folded wash cloth, wiped down R36's left groin, then folded wash cloth and cleaned right groin. V14, with clean wash cloth, then wiped down R36's peri area, and did not separate the labia to clean. 4. R46's cae plan, dated 9/17/2024, documents R46 has had multiple UTI's in the past 12 months. R46's care plan documents assist R46 with peri care after each use of restroom. On 12/03/24 at 9:58AM V8, CNA, entered room, placed gait belt on R46, assisted R46 to stand with walker, and walked to bathroom within room . V8 removed adult diaper which had stool in it, as verified by V8. V8 then took clean wipes standing behind R46 at back of stool and swiped from from to back twice, then got another wipe and cleansed rectal area. V8 then removed gloves and donned new gloves and swiped from front to back of R46's peri area. V8, CNA, then wiped buttock and pulled up adult brief. V8, CNA, did not separate the labia during care, or dry R46.
CONCERN (E)

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

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 6. R8's Face Sheet, undated, documents R8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Cerebral infarction, Fractur...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 6. R8's Face Sheet, undated, documents R8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Cerebral infarction, Fracture of left humerus, Cellulitis, Morbid obesity, Urinary incontinence, Cardiomegaly, Malignant neoplasm of endometrium, Chronic Kidney Disease -stage 2, Hemiplegia, Aphasia, Urinary Tract Infection, and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. R8's Care Plan, dated 11/11/24, documents R8 Resident Care Information: R8 is to be assessed for incontinence of bowel and bladder every 2 hours, Bowel and Bladder: Incontinent x2 assist, Incontinence Products Briefs: standard Xl brief, Offer bed pan for toileting. R8's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R8 is cognitively intact and is dependent on staff for other ADLs. R8 is always incontinent of both bowel and bladder. On 12/2/24 at 11:50 AM, V6, CNA, provided incontinent care to R8. V6 donned gloves and searched every drawer for wipes and was unable to find any, so V6 doffed her gloves and left the room, then came back with wash cloths and put them into the sink. V6 donned gloves again and unfastened R8's brief and tucked it between her legs. V10, CNA, came in to help. No hand hygiene was done while she donned gloves. V10 began wiping R8's groins, folded the wash cloth, then wiped once down the middle of R8's vagina, then R8 was rolled to her left side, showing stool. V6 used a wet wash cloth and wiped R8's anal area, then realized they needed more wash cloths, so V10 left the room to obtain more, came back in the room with no hand hygiene done. V10 donned gloves, wet more cloths from the sink and handed them to V6, and V6 wiped R8's anal area and right buttock, then rolled R8 to the right, and the soiled brief and linen removed from under R8. There was no wiping of R8's left buttock, which had small amount of feces. R8 was then rolled to her back and the brief secured. There was no drying of R8 at any time during incontinence care. Both CNAs doffed their gloves with no hand hygiene done after care and before leaving the room. 7. R34's Face Sheet, undated, documents R34 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Atherosclerotic heart disease (ASHD), Anemia, Malignant neoplasm of skin, Atrial fibrillation, Weakness, Hypertension, and Hyperlipidemia. R34's Care Plan, dated 11/26/24, documents R34's Resident Care Information: Bowel and Bladder: Continent Toileting: Assist of 2, Incontinence Products: XL Pullups. R34's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R34 is cognitively intact and is dependent on staff for ADLs, including toileting. R34 is always incontinent of both bowel and bladder. On 12/2/24 at 12:26 PM, R34, was lying in bed with V10, CNA, and V6, CNA, getting ready to do incontinent care on R34. R34's brief was unfastened and tucked between his legs. V10 had a few wash cloths and wet them from running water in the sink, then used the wet wash cloths to wipe R34's peri-area, both groins, his testicles, and the shaft of R34's uncircumcised penis. At no time was R34's foreskin retracted and penis properly cleaned. R34 was turned to his right and the soiled brief was removed, then V10 wiped R34's anal area and buttocks, and applied a new brief to R34. Both CNAs doffed their gloves, then put R34's pants on him. There was no hand hygiene done before care, during glove changes, after care, or before leaving the room. There were only wet wash cloths with no cleansing product used during incontinent care. The Facility's Perineal Care Policy, dated 11/2018, documents Objective: 1. To cleanse the perineum. 2. To prevent infection and odors. Equipment: 1. Washbasin. 2. Disposable gloves. 3. Soap and water or perineal cleanser or disposable peri-care wipes. 4. Clean washcloths. 5. Bath towel. 6. Incontinent underpad. 7. Skin care product. Procedure: 1. Explain the procedure to the resident and bring equipment to the bedside, screen resident for privacy. 2. expose perineal area. 3. Wash hands and put on disposable gloves. 4. Wash perineal area with soap and water, perineal cleanser or wipes. Begin cleansing from cleanest area in front to the most soiled area in back. Be sure that a clean surface of the washcloth is used for each wipe. On a female resident, clean the labia and its folds first. On a circumcised male resident, was the skin folds at the top of the penis using a circular motion. begin at the urethra and work downward. On an uncircumcised male resident, pull back the foreskin and wash the tip of the penis. carefully return the foreskin to its natural position. Be sure to clean from front to back. 5. After cleansing is complete, rinse if necessary, and then dry the resident by patting skin gently with a clean bath towel if using perineal cleanser and or soap and water. No necessary to pat dry resident if using wipes. 6. Apply skin care product to skin. 7. Remove gloves and wash your hands. 8. Assist resident to a comfortable position. 9. Observe condition of resident's skin and report any significant findings to nurse. The Facility's Proper Hand Washing Procedure, undated, documents Proper handwashing is the most effective way to reduce microorganisms to prevent the spread of infection. Total [NAME] for effective hand washing should take 20 seconds. When to wash hands: Employees must wash their hands: After removing disposable gloves, after engaging in any activity that would contaminate hands, after touching anything that contaminates hands. 5. R76's Care Plan, dated 9/11/2024, documents Problem: Resident Care Information Approach: Bowel and Bladder: incontinent of both bowel and bladder, wears large pull ups. It also documents 11/26/2024 Problem: (R76) has a UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). R76's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R76 is severely cognitively impaired, always incontinent of bowel and bladder and dependent on staff for toileting. On 12/5/2024 at 12:45 PM, V25, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), and V26, CNA, performed toileting for R76. R76 was incontinent of urine. V26 and V25 applied gloves and assisted R76 into the standing position. R76 was incontinent of urine. V26 then removed the urine soiled undergarment and placed in the trash. V26 then assisted R76 into the sitting position on toilet. V26 and V25 removed gloves and left the room. At 12:50 PM, V25 and V26 returned and assisted washed hands, applied gloves and R76 with toileting. V26 applied incontinent brief. V25 and V26 assisted R76 into a standing position. Using a wet wipe, V26 wiped R76's buttocks 3 times. Using the same soiled gloves, V26 pulled R76's clean incontinent brief and pants up. On 12/9/2024 at 12:15 PM, V16, Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN, stated she expects the staff to use good hand hygiene and change gloves as appropriate. On 12/9/2024 at 12:27 PM, V11, CNA, stated when cleaning a resident the gloves are changed after touching soiled and before touching clean undergarments and clothing. Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to perform hand hygiene, change gloves, and properly store soiled lines for 7 of 8 (R8, R34, R36, R46, R64, R73, R76) reviewed for infection control in the sample of 33. Findings include: 1. R64's Face Sheet, print date of 12/5/24, documents R64 was admitted on [DATE] and has a diagnosis of Dementia. On 12/03/24 10:27 AM, V9, Certified Nurses Aide (CNA), and V10, CNA, entered R64's room to provide incontinent care for R64. R64's incontinent brief was removed. It had a small amount of feces. V9 cleansed the rectal area, buttocks, changed gloves with no hand hygiene in between, cleansed the peri area, changed gloves with no hand hygiene in between, and placed a new incontinent brief on R64. 2. R73's Face Sheet, print date of 12/3/24, documents R73 was admitted on [DATE] and has diagnosis of Dementia with psychotic disturbance. On 12/2/24 at 11:30 AM, V32, CNA, and V33, CNA, entered R73's room to provide incontinent care and to turn and reposition R73. R73's soiled adult incontinent brief was removed. It was soiled with feces. V32 cleansed R72's penis with pre moistened peri-wash cloths, rolled R73 over on to his right side, and with pre-moistened prewash cloths, R73's rectal area and buttocks were cleansed. V32 removed her gloves, got a wash cloth wet and put liquid soap on it, donned new gloves, cleansed the scrotum of feces, then dried the rectal area, buttocks, and scrotum. V32 placed a new incontinent brief. V32 and V33 both changed gloves without hand hygiene, positioned R73 for comfort. During the care, V33 threw the soiled sheet and bed pad on the floor. V33 placed the soiled items in a bag removed her gloves, failed to perform hand hygiene, and then left the room. On 12/9/24 at 10:47 AM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated staff should preform hand hygiene before donning gloves, between glove changes, and after removing gloves. V2 stated that soiled linens should not be thrown on the floor. 3. On 12/03/24 at 11:25AM, during incontinent care on R36, V8, CNA, with gloved hands, wet wash cloths. V8 wiped front to back, and with visible stool on gloves of right hand, V8 used left hand to remove glove from right hand . No hand sanitizing done prior to donning new right glove. 4. On 12/03/24 at 9:58AM, V8, CNA, entered room and placed a gait belt on R46, assisted R46 to stand with walker, and walked R46 to bathroom within room. V8, CNA, donned gloves V8 did not sanitize hands prior to donning gloves. V8 placed adult diaper and wipes on back of stool; adult diaper fell on floor. V8, CNA, doffed gloves and got another diaper from drawer. V8, CNA, did not sanitize hands prior to removal or donning new gloves. V8 removed adult diaper, which had stool in it, as verified by V8, CNA. V8 removed gloves; did not sanitize hands prior to donning gloves. V8 then took clean wipes standing behind resident at back of stool and swiped from from to back twice then got another wipe and cleansed rectal area. V8 then removed gloves and donned new gloves without sanitizing hands.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0761 (Tag F0761)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

2. On 12/2/24 at 11:45 AM, V4, Registered Nurse (RN), was seen walking away from her med cart, which was unlocked, and computer screen open to resident, sitting next to nurses desk and by dining room....

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2. On 12/2/24 at 11:45 AM, V4, Registered Nurse (RN), was seen walking away from her med cart, which was unlocked, and computer screen open to resident, sitting next to nurses desk and by dining room. V4 opened the med room and attempted to open fridge, but could not find a key that would open the fridge.V4 contacted Director of Nursing (DON), attempted keys from other floor, and still not able to open. On 12/2/24 at 12:22 PM, Maintenance was called to cut lock off when the DON came with keys that she had in her office and opened the fridge. Upon opening, there was a vial of Tuberculin (TB) in the fridge with a label on the vial indicating it was for the facility stock with a delivered date of 9/27/24. The vial and the box was opened and not dated, the vial appeared half full. On 12/2/24 at 1:05 PM, V4, RN, stated, The TB vial in the fridge is used for both staff and residents. If I would find it undated to when it was opened, I would discard it. When told it does not have a date opened, V4 stated, I will go throw it away now and let the Infection Prevention nurse know to replace it. On 12/9/2024 at 12:15 PM, V16, Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN, stated the medication carts are to be locked when not in use. V16 stated when the TB is opened, an open date is applied. V16 stated TB is good for 30 days after opening, and the open date is important because it tells when that discontinue date is. V16 stated the mult dose TB vial is used for all residents and is a stock medication The Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative (Mantoux) Tubersol package insert, dated April 2016, documents, A vial of TUBERSOL which has been entered and in use for 30 days should be discarded. The facility's Pharmaceutical Procedures policy, dated 1/5/23, documents, IV. Procurement and Labeling of Drugs: Drug Labeling: E. Each floor stock container shall bear the name and strength of the medication, lot and control number, expiration date (when applicable), and any other appropriate accessory or cautionary information. V. Care and Storage of Medications A. Drug supplies for the facility shall be stored under proper conditions of sanitation, temperature, light, refrigeration, and moisture. B. Residents' medications shall be properly labeled and stored at or near the nurses' station in: 1. a locked cabinet, or 2. a locked medication room, or 3. one or more locked mobile medication carts. All mobile medication carts shall be under the visual control of the responsible nurse at all times when not stored safely and securely - either in a locked room or otherwise made immobile. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to properly store medication, label tuberculin vial, and maintain medication carts locked. This has the potential to affect all 80 residents living in the facility. Findings include: 1. On 12/2/2024 at 10:30 AM, Memory Lane medication Cart was observed unlocked and out of sight of nurses. 2 nurses observed sitting at the nurse's station with back to medication cart. On 12/9/2024 at approximately 11:00 AM V2, Director of Nursing, stated she expects the medication carts to be locked when not in use.
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, observatoin, and record review, the facility failed to store food products and wash hands to prevent food borne illness. This failure has the potential to affect all 80 residents l...

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Based on interview, observatoin, and record review, the facility failed to store food products and wash hands to prevent food borne illness. This failure has the potential to affect all 80 residents living in the facility. Findings include: On 12/02/24 at 8:56 AM, the kitchen was entered for initial tour. A large plastic storage container of flour did not have a lid on it. A large plastic storage container of roll oats and thickener both had a measuring cup in them with the handles in the product. A bag of brown sugar has a measuring spoon in it laying on top of the brown sugar. In the walk in refrigerator on the bottom shelf there is a box of beef on top of a box of pork which is on top of box of pork. These 3 boxes are not separated by drip tray. On 12/5/24 at 11:37 AM, V22, Dietary Aide, donned gloves with no hand hygiene, made a grilled cheese sandwich, removed gloves, put bread away, went to the walk-in refrigerator and put cheese away, came out of the walk-in and removed gloves, and washed hands. On 12/5/24 at 11:53 AM, V22 grabbed a glove and entered the walk-in refrigerator. V22 came out of the walk-in refrigerator with a large bag of chopped lettuce and a large bag of cheese. V22 put on one glove, reached into the lettuce and got a handful and placed it in bowl, then reached into the bag of cheese and got a handful and placed it in the bag. V22 removed her glove, got a new glove, went to the walk in refrigerator, and came out holding 2 frozen chicken patties, placed them in the air fryer, and removed her gloves. On 12/5/24 at 12:00, V23, Dietary Aide, with his bare hand, rubbed the end of his nose, took a food tray, put the food tray back on the service line, removed the plate of food, place it on a new food tray, got a soda can, and fruit salad, and served it to the dining room. On 12/2/24 at 9:10 AM, V3, Kitchen Manager, stated the storage bins should not have measuring cups or spoons stored in them. She stated she will fix the meat in the walk in refrigerator. On 12/9/24 at 8:14 AM, V1, Administrator, stated the facility does not have a policy on how to defrost meat in the the refrigerator, kitchen staff hand hygiene, or glove use. V1 stated she expects staff to not stack boxes of different meats on top of each other while in the refrigerator, and staff should wash their hands before donning gloves and after removing gloves. The Application of Medicare and Medicaid, dated 12/5/24, documents the facility has 80 residents living in the facility.
Oct 2024 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

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

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 prevent abuse of 1 of 3 residents (R4) reviewed for a...

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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 prevent abuse of 1 of 3 residents (R4) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 8. Findings include: R4's Face Sheet, undated, documents, R4 was admitted on [DATE], and has diagnoses of Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy, Major depressive disorder, Moderate intellectual disabilities, and Anxiety disorder. R4's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R4 is severely cognitively impaired, requires substantial assistance from staff for transfers and toileting, and is always incontinent of bowel and bladder. R4's Abuse Initial and Final Report,dated 9/6/24, documents, It was stated that Shift Key CNA (Certified Nurses Aide) (V7) was yelling at resident (R4). (V4, CNA) was coming to clock in for her shift when she heard (R4) yelling. (V4) immediately went to (R4's) room, where she found the CNA (V7) being verbal with resident, and CNAs hands were on residents arm and shoulder, left side. According to the CNA (V7) the resident was refusing to be changed and was being combative. It continues, Based on my investigation the allegations made against the CNA are founded. On 10/3/24 at 11:10 AM, R4 stated an aide had been mean to her. She stated the aide held onto her wrist and shoulder and was yelling at her and it did hurt her wrist. R4 stated V4 certified Nurse Aide (CNA) came in and made the other aide leave the room. On 10/3/24 at 8:04 AM, V1, Administrator, stated she was notified an agency CNA was verbally abusing R4, and had their hands on her shoulder and wrist. She was told to leave the building. I did a full investigation and found the allegation of abuse to be true. I notified the police and her agency of the abuse. The CNA is no longer allowed in my building. On 10/3/24 at 8:48 AM, CNA V4 stated, As I walked down the hall, I could hear yelling. I went to the 300 hall and yelling was coming from (R4's) room. I went in there and the CNA had her hand on (R4's) wrist and the other on her shoulder. I told the CNA to let her go. She said, I never leave anyone wet. I told her to leave. I got (R4) calmed down and brought her to the dining room. I then got her drinks. I then went and told the nurse what had happened and called (V1) and told her. The CNA was sent home. The policy Abuse Prohibition and Reporting, dated 11/28/2019, documents, Policy: The facility actively prohibits resident abuse, neglect, corporal punishment, involuntary seclusion, misappropriation of property, injuries of unknown source, exploitation and use of any physical or chemical restraint not required to treat residents symptoms. Purpose: To protect residents from any kind of abuse such as verbal, mental, physical, including corporal punishment, involuntary seclusion, neglect, misappropriation of property exploitation and use of any physical or chemical restraint not required to treat residents symptoms.
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 investigate a fall and provide a new progressive fall prevention in...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to investigate a fall and provide a new progressive fall prevention intervention in place for 1 of 3 (R1) in the sample of 8. Findings include: R1's Face Sheet, 10/7/24, documents R1 was admitted on [DATE], and has diagnoses of Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery and Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side. R1's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documents R1 is cognitively intact, requires supervision with dining, moderate assistance with bed mobility, and is dependent on staff for transfers. R1's Nurses Note, dated 09/20/2024 07:34 PM, documents, Resident found lying on left side in dining room by aide at 1905. Resident stated he was reaching for a napkin and slid out of his wheelchair. Resident assessed by nurse. Resident A&O (alert and orientated) x4. No injuries noted at time of fall. No c/o (complaint of) pain or discomfort at this time. ROM WNL (range of motion within normal limits). R1's Electronic Medical Record fails to document a fall investigation or a progressive intervention to prevent further falls for R1's fall on 9/20/24. On 10/7/24 at 10:35 AM, R1 stated he has had some falls. He stated while reaching for things, he gets to close to the edge of the wheelchair seat, and falls out of the wheelchair. On 10/7/24 at 11:09 AM, V1, Administrator, stated there was not a fall investigation done, and R1 did not have a progressive fall intervention put into place after this fall. V1 stated the nurse did not notify management of the fall or put the fall into a fall event note. V1 further stated the fall policy is located in the Emergency Care Procedure policy. The Emergency Care Procedure, dated 4/3/2018, fails to documents a fall investigation should be done and a new fall prevention intervention should be put in place.
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

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

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 wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for 2 of 3 r...

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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 wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for 2 of 3 residents (R2, R8) reviewed for COVID in the sample of 8. Findings include: 1. R2's Face Sheet, print date of 10/7/24, documents R2 was admitted on [DATE]. R2's Progress Note, dated 09/24/2024 09:57 AM, documents, Resident has cough with no production, nasal congestion, body aches, and overall fatigue. Res (resident) was covid-19 tested via rapid test and results were positive. POA (Power of Attorney) notified. Faxed MD (Medical Doctor) to notify and request Paxlovid per res request. Res placed in isolation at this time. On 10/3/24 at 12:19 PM, V8, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), went to R2's and R7's room with 2 lunch plates. The door has signage documenting a N95 mask, gown, gloves, and eye protection must be worn. There is an isolation cart with supplies outside the door. V8 donned a N95 mask, gloves, and a gown. V7 entered the room without eye protection. On 10/3/24 at 1:25 PM, V8 was questioned why she did not wear eye protection, V8 stated, Honestly, I forgot. They are not coughing or anything. 2. R8's Face Sheet, print date of 10/7/24, documents R8 was admitted on [DATE]. R8's Progress Note, dated 10/5/24, documents, Resident reports to writer that she has been dry heaving for the last 2 days and just doesn't feel well. CNA reports to this nurse that resident has really been coughing. Rapid covid test done and is positive. On 10/7/24 at 9:29 AM, V9, Registered Nurse (RN), was observed entering R8's room. V9 was observed at the bedside talking with R8. V9 was only wearing a surgical mask. The door has signage documenting a N95 mask, gown, gloves, and eye protection must be worn. There is an isolation cart with supplies outside the door. On 10/7/24 at 9:31 AM, V9 was questioned why she did not don a N95, gown, gloves, or eye protection, V9 stated, I did. I just took them off. On 10/7/24 at 9:33 AM, V3, Infection Prevention Nurse, stated all staff should wear a gown, gown, gloves, eye protection, and a N95 mask while caring for covid positive resident. The policy COVID-19, dated 8/28/23, documents, Residents with symptoms consistent with COVID-19: c. Contact Droplet precautions (N95 respirator) with eye protection will be initiated. The policy Infection Control, dated 12/17/2029, documents, Transmission -Based Precautions: The purpose of isolation techniques is to protect the resident and personnel from infection and to halt the spread of the infectious agent. Emphasis will be placed on isolating the disease not the resident. All isolation precautions will fall into one of the following categories: 1. Airborne Precautions 2. Contact Precautions 3. Droplet Precautions. It continues, Gowns are worn by all personnel when they enter a strict isolation room and by those coming in direct contact with residents who require airborne, droplet, and contact (if necessary) precautions. It continues, Gloves, disposable in nature, will be worn unless sterile gloves are necessary.
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 F0761 (Tag F0761)

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 secure narcotics upon delivery from pharmacy for 4 of 4 residents (...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to secure narcotics upon delivery from pharmacy for 4 of 4 residents (R3, R4, R5, R6) reviewed for pharmacy storage. Findings include: On 10/3/24 at 8:06 AM, V1, Administrator, stated, The pharmacy delivered medications and the nurse signed off they were delivered. In the morning, when the nurse went to load the medication into the STAT safe, the Tylenol with codeine was not there. We were unable to find the medications. I don't know if they were taken or if they were even in the order. The nurse was immediately put on suspension. I notified the police department and the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) was notified. At the end of investigation, I did terminate the nurse for not following our policy of accepting delivery of medications from the pharmacy. On 10/3/24 at 1:07 PM, V2, Director of Nurses, stated, It takes 2 nurses to load medication into the STAT safe. Pharmacy had delivered the medications between 12 and 1 AM. There where 2 nurses here, but one was agency, and she did not have a log in. The agency nurse should have called me because I could have got her one, but she didn't. The pharmacy delivery was locked in the medication room. In the morning, 2 nurses loaded the medications that were present. Later, I got a notification from the pharmacy that the Tylenol with codeine had not been loaded yet. That is when it was discovered the Tylenol with codeine was delivered. The nurse said she did not review the order she signed for, and she did not take the Tylenol with codeine. The pharmacy says they delivered it. The nurse was terminated for not following our policy. The Tylenol with codeine was stock medication. No residents at this time have an order for it, but we like to have it on hand so if it is ordered we can give it timely. 1. R3's face Sheet, print date of 10/3/24, documents R3 was admitted on [DATE]. This Face Sheet fails to document R3 has an allergy to Tylenol or Codeine. 2. R4's Face Sheet, print date of 10/7/24, documents R4 was admitted on [DATE]. This Face Sheet fails to document R4 has an allergy to Tylenol or Codeine. 3. R5's Face Sheet, print date of 10/8/24, documents R5 was admitted on [DATE]. This Face Sheet fails to document R5 has an allergy to Tylenol or Codeine. 4. R6's Face Sheet, print date of 10/7/24, documents R6 was admitted on [DATE]. This Face Sheet fails to document R6 has an allergy to Tylenol or Codeine. The facility supplied Codeine Allergy list, undated, fails to document R3, R4, R5 and R6 have a codeine allergy. The facility reported final report, dated 8/9/24, documents, A full audit of the STAT-Safe Inventory was completed by (V2) and another RN (Registered Nurse) to assure that the medication had not been misplaced into a different drawer. All four medications carts and both med (medication) rooms were also inspected. The medication was not located. It continues, (V11, RN) was terminated from her position as a bedside Registered Nurse at (the facility) due to her not following protocols on checking in narcotics and verifying that they are secured. The Pharmaceutical Procedures, dated 1/5/23, documents Purpose: 1. To provide the appropriate control of procurement, distribution, administration, and utilization of drugs to the facility. VII. Emergency Medication Supply Convenience Drug Boxes or Automated Convenience Box fails to document the procedure to accept medication deliveries and the procedure to load the STAT safe with medication
May 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 supervise and prevent an altercation for 2 of 2 (R3, ...

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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 supervise and prevent an altercation for 2 of 2 (R3, R4) residents, reviewed for incidents and accidents in a sample of 5. This failure resulted in R4 being sent to the local emergency department after an altercation with R3 and sustaining facial contusion, contusion of both forearms and contusion to her right shoulder. Finding includes: R3's Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], documented R3 was unable to complete the questions to gauge his cognition. It continued to document he was severely impaired for decision making, Physical behavioral symptoms directed towards other that had been occurring for 1 to 3 days and that he also had the ability to put others at significant risk for physical injury. R3's Face Sheet, undated, documented diagnoses of Dementia with agitation, Dementia with Anxiety and Blindness Right and Left eye. R3's Care Plan, dated 8/8/2023, documented, When (R3) is displaying s/s of behaviors offer to call his wife (V16, R3's wife). It continues, If (R3) displays behaviors during cares, allow him space and attempt task at a later time. R4's MDS, dated [DATE], documented R4's cognition was severely impaired. R4's Face Sheet, undated, documented a diagnosis of Dementia without behavioral, psychotic mood or anxiety disturbance. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/03/2024 at 1:00 PM, documented, [Recorded as Late Entry on 04/04/2024 11:04 AM] Resident was very confused and agitated with staff, Resident was yelling, help call the police, and was exit seeking. Resident did become combative with staff, and bit this nurse's arm, but did not break the skin. Resident was redirected, and his wife was called for a distraction. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/03/2024 at 2:19 PM, documented, Resident was increasingly agitated, with minimal success in redirecting with multiple different approaches attempted. His wife came to facility and talked with him to calm him. Resident setting in his room with his wife listening to a ballgame. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/04/2024 at 09:23 AM, documented, (Resident) continues to have behaviors. (Resident) was assisted down to ride the exercise bike with therapy ad he refused to stand up and participate. Staff unable to redirect and had to bring (Resident) back to his room and assisted into recliner. Continues on rexulti medication change. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/06/2024 at 3:01 PM, documented, Resident was verbally aggressive this afternoon for a short period and was redirected with some effort. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/12/2024 at 2:22 PM, documented, Resident having verbal and physical behaviors towards staff. Stating he was going to get his hammer and hit this nurse and other staff. Redirected to recliner in room and resident continued to attempt to stand up and yell and hit staff. (as needed) Ativan given and able to redirect resident back into recliner and rest at this time. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/12/2024 at 10:56 PM, documented, (Resident) has extreme outburst with verbal and physical behaviors. Attempted to give prn Ativan, and (resident) spit it at nurse. (Continued) to attempt to de-escalate (resident) with no effect. CNA holding (resident) arms, as he was attempting to hit other (resident). Called (resident) wife/POA (Power of Attorney) and she came to facility with her daughter and finally got (resident). to lay down and rest. No further behaviors reported this (hour of sleep). MD (Medical Director) here this pm to give injection in rt knee. Tolerated well (without complaints). R3's Progress notes, dated 04/25/2024 at 10:43 PM, documented, Resident very aggressive with staff, kicking out and grabbing staff. Resident yells shut up and leave me alone when asked if we can help. Resident rolling in (wheelchair) at this time, one on one with staff. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/26/2024 at 11:38 AM, documented, (Resident) continues to have agitation and behaviors towards staff. He yells out at staff and does not want anyone touching him he states. He is having hallucinations that he is on the battlefield and people are trying to kill him. Staff able to redirect and resident currently resting in bed at this time. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/28/2024 06:53 AM, documented, Resident observed throwing drawers in resident room, physical and verbal behaviors towards staff as staff were attempting to redirect resident. CNA's notified nurses. Nurses attempted to redirect resident as well. Resident continued with physical behaviors which made resident very unsteady causing nurses to lower resident to floor for safety precautions. Resident continued to scream and yell out and continued with physical behaviors. Nursing staff notified MD on the phone and gave orders to administer 1 time dose of IM (Intramuscular) 2MG (miligram) dose of Ativan. POA contacted and made aware of behaviors and orders from MD for one time order of im Ativan. Verbal consent given from POA at this time. MD states he is sending script to pull from stat safe. R3's Progress notes, dated 04/29/2024 at 10:15 PM, CNA reported that she heard a noise. Upon arriving at a female Resident's room she turned on the light and observed from the doorway this Resident was standing beside female Resident's bed and CNA observed a lamp in his right hand. Before she could get to Resident he hit the female Resident in the right side of the head with the lamp. Resident had noted to have ahold of the lamp shade that was still attached to the lamp and started tearing up the lamp shade. CNA reported that Resident called the lamp a horse. While attempting to redirect Resident from the area he reached for a plastic cup and hit female Resident in the head then attempted to hit CNA with lamp. Resident then was able to remove light bulb and threw it on the other side of the bed causing it break on the floor. Second CNA made the nurse aware. Resident redirected out of the room to his room. This nurse observed Resident attempting to ambulate unassisted and he lost his balance, when this writer attempted to assist Resident he became combative. With assist of CNA, Resident redirected to his recliner. Resident continued to talk about a horse to staff.in his room with no noted behaviors. He continued to talk about the horse as he was leaving with EMTs (Emergency Medical Technicians) Policeman present. The facility's Abuse Final for R3, dated 5/3/24, documented, .Interventions in place to ensure increased supervision of hall. Incident was behaviorally related due to the medication change and resident mental status. Will continue to monitor resident and redirect from behaviors. Staff in serviced on making sure that they are stationing themselves centrally on the hall to ensure resident safety. R4's Progress note, dated 04/28/2024 at 11:21 PM, documented, It was reported to this nurse that res was lying in bed sleeping CNAs heard a loud noise and CNAs ran to check on resident, a male resident was in her room and had hit res in the head with a lamp and then a cup, Res very upset very agitated, c/o rt eye pain, when this nurse assessed res Pupil active, no discoloration to eye res said she had vision but blurry, res had no bumps or lacerations to head, res was sent out to (local Hospital) for evaluation per (Emergency Medical Services). R4's Progress note, dated 04/29/2024 at 01:31 AM, (Resident) returned from (Local Hospital) with contusion to left forearm/right forearm/right shoulder strain and slightly red facial contusion near (right) eye, Right shoulder and forearm negative negative of fracture and CT (CAT scan) of face with contrast results negative of fractures. R4's Local Hospital Record, dated 4/28/24, documented, History of chief complaint: Patient struck about the head with a lamp and fist by male resident of the Nursing home. Patient complains of bilateral forearm pain and right shoulder pain. She suffers from dementia. It continues, Impression: #1 facial contusion, contusion of both forearms, contusion right shoulder. On 5/10/2024 at 5:19 PM, R3 was sitting at the table calmly waiting for dinner. R4 was standing at the big picture window watching a squirrel eat birdseed. On 5/20/2024 at 11:15 AM, R3 was sitting in his bedside chair and his call light was within reach. R3 was taking his shoes and socks off. There were no activities being performed, during this investigation, in the memory unit. There was 1 Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in the dining area with a few residents present. On 5/20/24 at 1:15 PM, V13, Certified Nurse Assistant, (CNA), stated on/around 4/28/24 around 11:00 PM, everything was going fine. He continued to state he and the other CNA had just walked up and down the hallway and R3 was in his bed. He continued to state he went to the nurse's station to get report, was there about 5 minutes and they heard a loud noise. V13 and V15, CNA, ran to R4's room and when they entered, V13 saw R3 with a lamp in his hand. The other CNA, (V15), told him to go get the nurse and he did. He also stated he did not see R3 hit R4. When asked if he was made aware R3 had behaviors earlier that day, he said he was made aware. When V13 was asked about if R3 had any special interventions for behaviors, he stated there are interventions on the care plan. On 5/20/24 at 2:35 PM, V15, CNA, stated she just got to the Memory Care Unit and was getting report when her and V13, CNA, heard a loud noise. They ran to R4's room, turned on the light, and saw R3 swinging the lamp. She was able to get the lamp from the resident, and at the same time, R3 grabbed R4's cup and hit her in the head with it. V15 continued to state R3 thought it was a horse. V15 also stated that doesn't usually work in the Memory care unit and was unaware of R3's increased behavior issues. On 5/20/24 at 2:20 PM, V14, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated when she came to the nursing home, the incident with R3 and R4 just happened. V14 assessed both and sent both residents to the hospital. She did not witness the incident. V14 also stated R3 has had increased behaviors for the past month, and they were changing his medication. She continued to state they redirect him, talk to him, but since he is blind, he really doesn't watch tv. She also stated she does not recall if she was told he was having behaviors earlier that day, and he was really a sweet person. V14 continued to state his dementia was advancing, and with his blindness it has gotten worse, and he was very sensitive to loud noises. On 5/10/24 at 4:03 PM, V4, CNA, stated, I was working on the day shift, and he (R3) was fine. Nothing about him was out of the ordinary. He does have bad vision. He can only see shadows. On 5/10/24 at 3:30 PM, V2, Director of Nurses (DON), stated, (R3) has a BIMS (Brief Interview of Mental Status) of 1. He lives on the Memory Unit. He got a hold of a lamp in another resident's room (R4) and hit her over the head with it. She was not hurt, but both parties went to the ER (Emergency Room) to be checked out. A police report was filed. He has very poor vision. His family says that he is totally blind, but he can see shadows. When this happened, they were immediately separated. (V1) and I were notified. (R3) was in the middle of a med (medication) change. He was being taken off of Seroquel and had started Rexulti. When (R1) came back, he was placed on 1 to 1 supervision until the next morning. He really didn't understand, but he did know that he hurt someone. (R4) she didn't remember anything about it. The next morning, she thought she was in a golfing accident. Staff told me he thought he was trying to saddle his horse. The next morning, neither of them remembered. Doctors have been keeping a close eye on him and have changed his meds. He does have behaviors but nothing violent. He is doing much better now. This happened in the middle of shift change between evening and night shift. On 5/10/24 at 4:10 PM, V3, Memory Unit Director, stated, (R3) would have his moments when he would get agitated, but nothing threw up flags to us that he needed constant supervision. When he does get agitated, he is very easy to redirect. This happened during shift change, so both evening shift and night shift were present. On 5/20/2024 at 2:45 PM, V1, Administrator stated she has increased staff on the memory hall for extra supervision. On 5/21/2024 at 10:21 AM, V1, Administrator, stated they do not have a specific policy related to Dementia Care or Supervision of Residents.
May 2024 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

Deficiency F0583 (Tag F0583)

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 protect private health information by using cell phone to take pict...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to protect private health information by using cell phone to take pictures of a bruise for one 1 of 5 residents (R4) reviewed for resident rights in the sample of 10. Findings include: 1. R4's face sheet, dated 4/22/2024, documents in part a diagnosis of Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with agitation. R4's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R4 has severe cognitive impairment. On 4/23/2024 at 10:29 AM, V1, Administrator, stated it was acceptable for pictures of R4's bruise to be taken with personal cell phone. V1 stated the picture was sent from a department head. V1 stated she needed to see pictures as R4 was leaving the facility. V1 stated she was three hours away in a meeting. V1 stated she needed the pictures to start an investigation. V1 stated the pictures were deleted. On 4/24/2024 at 10:59 AM, V13, Infection Control Nurse, stated it was brought to her attention R4 had bruises on his arm. V13 stated she took pictures of R4's bruise with her personal cell phone and sent them to V1, Administrator. On 4/24/2024 at 1:58 PM, V17, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated after she got R4 out of the shower, V13 took pictures of R4's bruise with her personal cell phone. The facility policy Cell phone and electronic handheld device usage dated, revised 4/2/2019 ,documents the cell phone and handheld device usage policy sets forth the company policy regarding cell phones, camera phones, smart phones and other wireless electronic hand held devices. The policy documents the facility is committed to providing quality care while maintaining the privacy and security of its residents. The policy documents the policy is administered to protect the resident's privacy from intrusion into their private lives and disclosure of protected health information through the use of cell phones. The policy documents staff responsible as administrator and department heads. The policy documents employees may not use cell phones at work that can cause violations of privacy and breaches of confidentiality. The policy documents cell phones can present risks to the company, potentially comprising resident privacy and healthcare information.
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

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

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 prevent physical abuse to 1 of 5 residents (R4) reviewed for abuse ...

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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 physical abuse to 1 of 5 residents (R4) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 10. Findings include: 1. R4's face sheet dated, 4/22/2024, documents R4 has a diagnosis of unspecified dementia , unspecified severity, with agitation. R4's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R4 has severe cognitive impairment. R4's event report, dated 4/16/2024 at 9:19AM, documents a purplish-black bruise measuring 3 Centimeters (CM) x 3CM. R4's event report documents unknown activity during bruise. On 4/22/2024 at 3:02 PM, V14, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated he was assigned to R4 as 1:1 on 4/15/2024. V14 stated he was assigned to R4 for his whole shift.V14 stated R4 was pretty calm, but did get restless. V14 stated they made a couple of laps around the facility with R4 in transfer chair. V14 stated they remained outside in the court yard from 2 PM-5:30 PM because R4 was restless. V14 stated at one time he did try to stand up, but sat back down. V14 then stated they stayed outside until 5:00PM, then came in for supper. V14 stated he toileted R4 after supper and he did not void. V14 stated R4 was in recliner in his room at 7:45PM. V14 stated R4 would start to stand up saying looking for his car then would sit back down. V14 stated, If (R4) was trying to get out of the chair, I did kind of lay my hand across his chest . On 4/22/2024 at 2:05 PM, V15, CNA stated she was walking past R4's room on 4/15/2024. V15 stated it was on the evening shift, she worked 2-10 PM, and it was before supper. V15 stated she saw V14, CNA, sitting on R4's bed and R4 was sitting in chair. V15 stated V14 had his hand on R4's upper extremity/chest, so R4 could not get up. V15 stated she reported this to V18, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). On 4/23/2024 at 1:51 PM, V16, CNA, stated she had taken care of R4 for a short time. V16 stated R4 would get agitated and did a lot of wandering, and would try to elope from the facility. V16 stated he would try to go into R8's room across the hall. V16 stated she was working on 4/15/2024 during the evening shift . V16 stated V14, CNA, was providing 1:1 care for R4. V16 stated V14 had taken R4 outside, and when they came back in the facility at approx 3:30-4:00PM, V14 was pushing R4 down the hall in wheelchair, and R4 planted his feet, so the chair would not move. V16 stated V14 then pulled up R4's legs, cradled feet, and pushed R4 into his room. V16 stated she observed R4 trying to get out of his recliner. V16 stated V14 had his hands on R4's forearms so he cannot get out of the chair. V16 stated V14 was restraining R4 from walking. V16 stated she reported her observations to V18, LPN. On 4/24/2024 at 12:02 PM, V1, Administrator, stated R4 did have a bruise on his arm. V1 stated she concluded V14 was using tactile touch approach to keep R4 from falling, as R4 is a fall risk and had falls. The facility policy Abuse Prohibition and Reporting (Elder Justice Act) dated, revised 11/28/19, documents the facility actively prohibits resident abuse, including injuries of unknown source and use of any physical restraint not required to treat resident symptoms.
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 allegation of abuse in a timely manner for 1of 5 resident...

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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 allegation of abuse in a timely manner for 1of 5 residents (R4) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 10. Findings include: 1. R4's face sheet, dated 4/22/2024, documents R4 has a diagnosis of unspecified dementia , unspecified severity, with agitation. R4's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R4 has severe cognitive impairment. R4's event report, dated 4/16/2024 at 9:19AM, documents a purplish-black bruise measuring 3 Centimeters (CM) x 3CM. R4's event report documents unknown activity during bruise. On 4/22/2024 at 3:02 PM, V14, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated he was assigned to R4 as 1:1 on 4/15/2024. V14 stated he was assigned to R4 for his whole shift. V14 stated R4)was pretty calm, but did get restless. V14 stated they made a couple of laps around the facility with R4 in a transfer chair. V14 stated they remained outside in the court yard from 2 PM-5:30 PM because R4 was restless. V14 stated at one time, he did try to stand up but sit back down. V14 then stated they stayed outside until 5:00PM then came in for supper. V14 stated he toileted R4 after supper and he did not void. V14 stated R4 was in recliner in his room at 7:45PM. V14 stated R4 would start to stand up, saying he was looking for his car, then would sit back down, V14 stated, If (R4) was trying to get out of the chair, I did kind of lay my hand across his chest . On 4/22/2024 at 2:05 PM, V15, CNA, stated she was walking past R4's room on 4/15/2024. V15 stated it was on the evening shift, she worked 2 PM-10 PM, and it was before supper. V15 stated she saw V14, CNA, sitting on R4's bed, and R4mwas sitting in the chair. V15 stated V14 had his hand on R4's upper extremity/chest so R4 could not get up. V15 stated she reported this to V18, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). On 4/23/2024 at 1:51 PM, V16, CNA, stated she had taken care of R4 for a short time. V16 stated R4 would get agitated and did a lot of wandering, and would try to elope from the facility. V16 stated he would try to go into R8's room across the hall. V16 stated she was working on 4/15/2024 during the evening shift. V16 stated V14, CNA, was providing 1:1 care for R4. V16 stated V14 had taken R4 outside, and when they came back in the facility at approx 3:30-4:00PM, V14 was pushing R4 down the hall in wheelchair and R4 planted his feet, so the chair would not move. V16 stated V14 then pulled up R4's legs, cradled feet and pushed R4 into his room. V16 stated she observed R4 trying to get out of his recliner. V16 stated V14 had his hands on R4's forearms so he cannot get out of the chair. V16 stated V14 was restraining R4 from walking. V16 stated she reported her observations to V18, LPN. On 4/24/2024 at 12:02 PM, V1, Administrator, stated R4 did have a bruise on his arm. V1 stated she concluded V14 was using tactile touch approach to keep R4 from falling, as R4 is a fall risk and had falls. The facility did not provide any documentation that an investigation was initiated on 4/15/2024 when staff reported to nurse. On 4/26/2024 at 12:56 PM, V1, Administrator, stated abuse is to be reported immediately The facility policy Abuse Prohibition and Reporting (Elder Justice Act) dated, revised 11/28/19, documents the facility employee or agent who becomes aware of alleged abuse or neglect of a resident should immediately report the matter to the facility administrator or designee.
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 initiate a timely and thorough investigation in response to allegations of abuse concerning residents for 1of 5 residents (R4) reviewed for...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to initiate a timely and thorough investigation in response to allegations of abuse concerning residents for 1of 5 residents (R4) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 10. Findings include: 1. On 4/22/2024 12:56 PM, V1, Administrator, stated the undated, unsigned white sheet of paper in the abuse folder for R4 titled (staff) interview was her notes/timeline of her interview with V14. The white sheet has no times on it. On the piece of paper it is documented an employee from shift key had provided 1:1 to R4; there is no statement in the packet, nor was that employee interviewed. V1 was asked by surveyor how she could do a complete investigation without the alleged abuser written statement. V1 stated she does not have written statement yet. V1 stated V13, Infection Control Nurse did send her pictures from phone. R4's abuse investigation packet does not have a written statement or interview from V13. R4's abuse investigation packet failed to document any type of interviews with any staff or residents except for V14, CNA. V1 stated how she concluded there was no abuse when written statements from staff documenting V14 was holding R4 down was after talking to V14, she determined V14 was using tactile cues. On 4/22/2024 2:05 PM, V15, CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), stated she was walking past R4's room on 4/15/2024 on the evening shift; she worked 2-10 PM, and it was before supper. V15 stated she saw V14, CNA, sitting on R4's bed, and R4 was sitting in a chair. V15 stated V14 had his hand on R4's upper extremity/chest so R4 could not get up. V15 stated she reported this to V18, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). On 4/22/2024 at 3:02 PM, V14, CNA, stated he was off sick 4/10 and 4/11. V14 stated he was off 4/12/-4/14 and returned to work on 4/15/2024 2-10 PM shift. V14 stated he was notified on 4/16 he was off pending investigation, and was called he could return to work on 4/20. V14 stated he had not been asked to provide a written statement prior to today. . On 4/23/2024 at 1:51 PM, V16, CNA, stated she was working on 4/15/202,4 and during the evening shift, V14, CNA, was providing 1:1 care for R4. V16 stated V14 had taken R4 outside, and when they came back in the facility at approx 3:30-4:00PM, V14 was pushing R4 down the hall in a wheelchair and R4 planted his feet, so the chair would not move. V16 stated V14 then pulled up R4's legs, cradled feet and pushed R4 into his room. V16 stated she observed R4 trying to get out of his recliner. V16 stated V14 had his hands on R4's forearms so he could no get out of the chair. V16 stated V14 was restraining R4 from walking. V16 stated she reported her observations to V18, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). V16, CNA, stated she wrote out a statement. V16 stated she was never interviewed or questioned by anyone in regards to her statement. V16 stated , I never heard anything else. On 4/22/2024 at 12:56 PM, V1, Administrator, stated she did not interview staff and other residents. On 4/22/2024 at 12:56 PM, V1, Administrator, stated allegations of abuse are to be reported immediately. The facility Abuse Prohibition and Reporting (Elder Justice Act) dated, revised 11/28/2019, documents investigation- interviews with all involved parties or potential witnesses will be completed. The policy documents if possible at least two interviewers shall be present for each witness interview. The policy documents at least one interviewer shall take notes. The policy documents signed statements from those persons who saw or heard information pertinent to the incident shall be obtained. Statements shall be taken from the suspect, the person making the accusations, the resident abused or neglected (if cognitive level permits), other staff or residents who may have witnessed the incident, and any other person who may have information related to the incident. The policy documents the administrator shall keep copies of all notes from the interviews conducted by the administrator or other facility interviewer in the course of the investigation. The administrator shall be responsible for supervising the investigation.
Jan 2024 11 deficiencies 1 IJ (1 facility-wide)
CRITICAL (L)

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Someone could have died · This affected most or all residents

⚠️ Facility-wide issue

On 12/19/23 at 10:17 AM, R29 was on the toilet requesting assistance, as she had large amount of loose stool, both in her brief and in the toilet. V6, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), entered to ass...

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On 12/19/23 at 10:17 AM, R29 was on the toilet requesting assistance, as she had large amount of loose stool, both in her brief and in the toilet. V6, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), entered to assist R29. R29 was attempting to clean herself up, however, had stool all over herself, including her hands. V6 unfastened R29's brief and tucked it between her legs. R29's pants were wet and soiled with loose stool, and were removed by V6. After V6 gathered the soiled pants and brief to put in a plastic bag, V6 went to a dresser drawer in R29's room to gather more supplies with the same soiled gloves on. V6 then applied a gait belt around R29, a clean brief and pants on her lower legs, all with the same soiled gloves on. V6 assisted R29 to stand up and hold onto her walker while V6 wiped stool off R29's back, buttocks, and anal area. V6 reached between R29's legs and wiped from front to back with a lot of stool seen on the cloths/wipes, one dry washcloth used to reach between R29's legs once more, then brief and pants pulled up with same soiled gloves on. R29's shirt had stool on the bottom of the shirt, which was pulled down over her clean pants, while V6 stated she had to change her shirt because it had stool on it. The Gastrointestinal Log, dated 12/2023, fails to document R29 having symptoms of diarrhea. On 12/18/23 at 10:20 AM, R10 was sitting in a recliner in the living area, napping, covered with blanket, wheelchair next to the recliner, and no staff present. On 12/18/23 at 12:55 PM, R10 was assisted back to her bed, with a strong smell of urine and feces. V7, CNA, came in to do peri-care on R10. R10's pants were pulled down which showed loose stool in her pants. R10's brief was unfastened and tucked between her legs. V7 wiped R10's groins once each, then using same wipe, wiped once down middle of her vagina, and pushed that wipe between R10's legs. As R10 was rolled over, V7 noticed loose stool was up R10's back and all over her buttocks. V7 began wiping R10's stool and asked to get another CNA to assist her. V7 used soiled gloves and pulled the sheet over R10 while she waited for help. V6, CNA, entered to assist and wiped R10's groins once, used same cloth and wiped R10's vagina once. R10 was rolled to her right side and V7 began to wipe R10's back, and anal area. Using the same gloves, V7 put a new incontinent brief and bed pad down, then applied barrier cream to R10's anal area. R10 started to have more diarrhea and was allowed to finish her bowel movement (BM). Both CNAs doffed their gloves, gathered soiled linen and trash bags without gloves on, then left the room without doing hand hygiene. On 12/18/23 at 1:18 PM, V6 and V7 went back into R10's room to clean her up after her bowel movement. R10's brief was tucked between her legs. R10 was rolled to her right side and her anal area was briefly wiped, and her soiled incontinence brief was pulled out from under her. Using the same soiled gloves, V7 applied a new incontinence brief and bed pad to the bed. There was no further wiping of R10's vagina, groins, or buttocks after her BM. V7 used same soiled gloves to pull resident up in bed. V7 doffed her gloves, covered R10, then exited the room without hand hygiene done. The Gastrointestinal Log, dated 12/2023, documents R10 as having diarrhea beginning on 12/5/23, and R10 was not put on isolation. On 12/21/2023 at 9:25 AM, R160 stated she was having diarrhea. R160 stated she feels weak and sick to her stomach. On 12/21/2023 at 9:40 AM, R37 stated she has had diarrhea for the last couple of days. R37 stated she has told the staff. R37 stated she has not been on any isolation precautions. On 12/21/2023 at 9:23 AM, R56 stated she has had diarrhea yesterday and today. R56 stated she just goes in the toilet and flushes. On 12/21/2023 at 9:33 AM, R52 stated she is nauseated and unsure why. R52 stated she has not had any diarrhea. R52 stated that she was in her room with the door closed, and was isolated, and not sure why. On 12/21/2023 at 12:30 PM, V15, Medical Director, stated he was the Medical Director for the facility. V15 stated he was notified of residents having GI symptoms. V15 stated he would have not been notified of every resident that had the symptoms, because he is not everyone's physician. V15 stated he was not aware of specific number of residents and staff with the GI symptoms. V15 stated if there was an outbreak, he would be notified. V15 stated he is not sure what that number is, and the facility would have the specifics. V15 stated he would expect the facility to contact the health department and follow their recommendations. V15 stated he would expect the facility to communicate the recommendations to him. When asked why the residents were only tested for COVID? V15 stated during this time, COVID had more GI symptoms than respiratory. V15 stated there are more than COVID respiratory infections, there is RSV and Flu as well. V15 stated it takes time for norovirus results to come back. V15 stated, The first step with residents with GI symptoms would be isolation. The resident should be in isolation. It would start there. V15 stated he had 1 resident with IV therapy recently but is unsure, due to not having the chart, if this was because of the nausea or vomiting or poor intake. The facility's policy Infection control, dated 12/17/2019, did not address what type of infection control procedures should be implemented regarding Gastroenteritis. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2007 Guideline for Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings, last updated July 2023 documents Documented LTCF (long-term care facilities) outbreaks have been caused by various viruses (e.g., influenzas virus, rhinovirus, adenovirus, norovirus and bacteria (e.g., group A streptococcus, B. Pertussis, non-susceptible S. pneumoniae, other MDROs (multi drug resistant organisms, and Clostridium difficile). Thes pathogens can lead to substantial morbidity and mortality and increased medical cost; prompt detection and implementation of effective control measures are required. The Guidelines documented Contact Precautions also apply where the presence of excessive wound drainage, fecal incontinence, or other discharges from the body suggest an increased potential for extensive environmental contamination and risk of transmission. The Guidelines documented healthcare personnel caring for patients on Contact precautions wear a gown and gloves for all interactions that may involve contact with the patient or potentially contaminated areas in the patient's environment. Donning PPE (personal protective equipment) upon room entry and discarding before exiting the patient room is done to contain pathogens, especially those that have been implicated in transmission through environmental contamination (e.g., VRE, C. difficile, noroviruses and other intestinal tract pathogens; RSV). The Immediate Jeopardy that began on 12/3/23 was removed on 12/21/23 when the facility took the following actions: 1. The facility's DON, V2, completed an audit of all residents for signs and symptoms of infection, including GI illness. 2. The facility's Administrator, V1, completed an audit of all staff to ensure no one is currently working with signs and symptoms of any infection, including GI illness, and the employee infection log is completed. 3. Facility infection control policies were reviewed by Regional Nurses, V50 and V51, to ensure it is acceptable with Standards of Practice. 4. V1, Administrator, V2, DON, and Infection Preventionist were in serviced by Regional Nurses, V50 and V51, regarding policies 01.11 Infection Control, 3.29 Categories of Transmission based precautions, 3.45 Standard Precautions. This in-servicing included how to identify an outbreak, track, and trend an outbreak to prevent further infection, implementing contact precautions, isolating affected residents, using personal protective equipment, and educating staff on preventing the spread of infection, including Gastroenteritis. 5. Facility initiated in-servicing all staff, concerning policies 01.11 Infection Control, 3.29 Categories of Transmission based precautions, 3.45 Standard Precautions. This in-servicing includes reporting signs and symptoms of infection, including Gastroenteritis prior to reporting to work, use of PPE and contact isolation. No staff will be allowed to work without in-servicing. 6. All nurses will be in serviced by V2 or designee regarding completing an assessment (Infection tracker event) for any resident displaying signs and symptoms of infection, including Gastroenteritis, at the time symptoms are exhibited. 7. The DON/or designee will be responsible for tracking all infections moving forward. 8. The Administrator/Designee will audit 3 employees weekly for 1 month to ensure staff is not working while symptomatic of Gastroenteritis and then ongoing. 9. The facility's DON/Infection Preventionist will review infection tracker events 3 times per week for 1 month to ensure reporting and treatment of infections as well as tracking and trending of infections. From 12/26/23 through 12/29/23, the survey team validated the removal of the immediacy by interviewing V6, V9, V11, V18, V30, V43, V48, V55, V57, about the in-services they received related to the types of isolation, use of PPE, when to assess resident for signs of infection, who to notify of an infection and when to call off. V34, V56, V58, V59 all stated they were in-serviced on when to call off from work and how long they need to stay off work. R3's, R6's, R8's, R27's, R43's and R54's rooms were observed with isolation signage and carts. The facility audits, in-services and policies were reviewed. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to implement a system to track and trend infections, and failed to implement infection control procedures including isolation precautions and personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of infection. These failures resulted in 23 residents devloping Gastroenteritis, including 8 residents (R10, R29, R32, R37, R41, R52, R56, R160) currently experiencing Gastroenteritis in the facility. These failures have the potential to affect all 58 residents in the facility. The Immediate Jeopardy began on 12/3/23, when R56 developed Gastroenteritis and the facility failed to implement isolation precautions including personal protective equipment. Subsequently, 22 other residents have developed Gastroenteritis. On 12/21/23 at 2:52 PM, V1, Administrator, V2, Director of Nursing, V14, Infection Preventionist, and V51, Regional Director, were notified of the Immediate Jeopardy. The surveyors confirmed by observation, interview, and record review, the Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 12/21/23, but noncompliance remains at Level Two because additional time is needed to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the in-service training. Findings include: The employee call off log documented on 11/27/23, V22, Dietary Aide, called off work because of Gastrointestinal symptoms. Subsequently, from 11/27/23 to 12/15/23, 23 staff developed Gastroenteritis. The facility's Infection Control Tracking documented on 12/3/23, R56 developed Gastroenteritis symptoms, and no isolation precautions were implemented. From 12/3/23 to 12/21/23, 23 additional residents developed Gastroenteritis including R5, R7, R9, R10, R16, R20, R23, R25, R28, R29, R30, R31, R32, R37, R41, R44, R45, R50, R52, R54, R56, R111, R160. During the survey, R10, R29, R32, R37, R41, R56, R160 were experiencing gastroenteritis. On 12/18/23 through 12/21/23, there was no signage on the doors indicating any of the residents were on contact isolation. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/10/2023 at 9:28 PM, documents, 7pm Resident's urine is dark. Decreased urine output. States she has not drank much fluids today d/t (due to) it upsets her stomach. VS (Vital Signs) 134/68 (blood pressure) 74 (pulse) 20 (respiration) 97.0 (temperature) SpO2 (oxygenation saturation) 95% RA (room air). Made on call (V61, Nurse Practitioner, NP)) aware. Gave order for Saline IV 1 L (liter) at 75 ml (milliliter) per hour and Zofran (nausea medication) 4 mg (milligram) every one tab every four hours for n/v (nausea/ vomiting). R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/11/2023 at 12:29 AM, documents, IV continues. Resident was incontinent of a large loose stool at 9 pm. Resident given PRN (as needed) Zofran at 7:15 pm for c/o (complaint of) nausea. Urine color improving. Resident has drank a little water. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/11/2023 at 2:39 AM, documents, Linens changed after earlier incontinent loose stool. R32's Nurses Note, dated 12/11/2023 at 11:16 PM, documents, Resident BS (blood sugar) 552 at HS (hour of sleep). Emesis x 1, milk with pieces of mandarin oranges. Zofran given. Made (V62, NP) aware. Stated to continue with sliding scale as ordered for BS (blood sugar) over 400. Monitor and report. Also made aware of emesis, recent IV fluids, and loose stools. Novolog sliding scale given as ordered. Will monitor. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/11/2023 at 11:19 PM, documents,10:30 pm Emesis x one. Resident diet 7-Up given with effectiveness. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/12/2023 at 10:13 AM, documents, Resident noted to have elevated blood glucose at 556 this AM. while still refusing to eat. Insulin given and MD (Medical Doctor) notified, rechecked after 30 minutes and blood glucose was 507. Resident continues to feel nauseous and refusing to eat. MD stated to send out to ER (Emergency Room) for evaluation r/t (related to) elevated blood glucose. POA (Power of Attorney) aware of sending out to ER for evaluation. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/12/2023 at 03:32 PM, documents, Resident back from ER visit. No new orders at this time. Resident received IV fluids and insulin in ER. Encourage fluids and monitor blood glucose. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/13/2023 at 9:41 AM, documents, Resident states she is feeling just a little better today. Zofran given for nausea. AM blood glucose was low at 56, gave large glass of juice and she ate her breakfast sausage, rechecked and it was 119. Continued to encourage to increase fluids at this time. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/16/2023 at 2:05 AM, documents, Resident c/o (complaint of) nausea at HS (hour of sleep/bedtime). Gave PRN Zofran with effectiveness. HS BS 92. Offered snack but Resident stated, 'I don't need it'. Resident encouraged to eat and drink fluids. Covid test: negative. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/16/2023 at 11:35 AM, documents, Resident states that she still does not feel well and does not feel like getting up out of bed at this time, she is very nauseous, so Zofran was given at this time. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/18/2023 at 1:58AM, documents, Resident continues to feel nauseated and achy, refused her meds and meals. Requested ice water only. (Indwelling urinary catheter) patent, Tylenol given prn as ordered. MD aware and has given orders to monitor blood Glucose closely. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/19/2023 at 10:57 AM, documents, Fax sent to MD regarding resident, she has a 102.2 fever, and diarrhea. PRN Tylenol given. awaiting response from MD. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/19/2023 at 03:04 PM, documents, Labs received and Potassium is 5.2 and sodium is 129. Call placed to (V62) with results. (V62) states to send resident to ER. Ambulance called and arrived to facility within minutes. Resident does express she wants to go. Resident is a diabetic and is not well controlled. Resident continues with diarrhea and fever despite Tylenol. Urine is dark yellow draining per catheter. Resident is heading to ER now. R32's Nurse's Note, dated 12/19/23 at 6:22 PM, documents, Spoke to (Local Hospital) who reported that resident is being transferred to (Regional Hospital). Only dx (diagnosis) at this time: Hyperglycemia. On 12/19/23 at 10:50 AM, R32's room was entered with V8, Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, to administer Acetaminophen for a fever of 102.5 degrees. R32 was being cleaned up of an incontinent episode of diarrhea. R32's room had an extreme foul odor related to the stool. There was not an isolation cart containing personal protective equipment or isolation precaution signage outside of R32's room. On 12/19/23 at 10:40 AM, V8 stated R32 has had loose stool and nausea for the last 3 weeks, and the doctor is aware. R16's Nurse's Note, dated 12/09/2023 at 9:25 PM, documents, Called to room at this time, resident having another emesis. T (Temperature) 98.1 P (Pulse) 120 R (Respirations) 20 BP (Blood Pressure) 178/97 O2 (Oxygenation) 92 @ 2L(Liters). Call made to on call dr. for (V42) at this time. On call doctor recommended resident to go to (Local Hospital) to get fluids. Call then made to make POA aware and she agreed to have resident taken to ER for evaluation and treatment. 911 called at 9:30pm. R16's Nurse's Note, dated 12/10/2023 at 12:20 AM, documents, Call received at this time from (Local Hospital) in regard to resident being sent back to facility. Stated hospital nurse gave resident fluids and Zofran. All testing came back negative. Resident diagnosed with Gastroenteritis. Order received for Zofran 4mg q (every) 4-6hr per rectum if unable to take orally PRN. R16's Nurse's Note, dated 12/22/2023 at 3:47 PM, documents, CNA notified writer that resident has had an episode of diarrhea, isolation has been started. No fever at this time. resident has no complaints at this time. POA aware, administrator aware, MD was faxed to notify. The Gastrointestinal Log, dated 12/2023, documents R16 began to have emesis on 12/9/23, and was not put on isolation when symptoms of gastroenteritis began. R41's Nurse's Note, dated 12/06/2023 at 11:56 PM, documents, 11:30 pm Moderate amount of loose stool x 1. VS 138/64 74 20 97.1 SpO2 97% RA. Covid test negative. Resident given clear soda. PRN Imodium given. Resident given Tylenol at HS med pass for c/o general discomfort. Will make (V15, Medical Director) aware. R41's Nurse's Note, dated 12/07/2023 10:52 PM, documents, NA (Nurse Aide) reported that she had an episode of vomiting, temperature is 99.5. R41's Nurse's Note, dated 12/11/2023 at 1:49 AM, documents, Two loose stools x two with PRN Imodium. Fluids encouraged. No emesis or c/o nausea. T 97.6. No c/o voiced. R41's Nurse's Note, dated 12/16/2023 at 12:14 AM, documents, Resident's Imodium 2 mg one tab after every loose stool with a max of three times/day continues as needed per (V15), is aware of numerous loose stools with foul odor and is also aware of coccyx being red and irritated with barrier cream being applied. Notes: monitor and report significant changes. The Gastrointestinal Log, dated 12/2023, documents R41 began to have nausea and diarrhea on 12/7/23, and was not put on isolation. On 12/20/23 at 1:58 PM, V6, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), stated, (R41) had diarrhea yesterday. She hasn't had any today. V6 stated the (GI bug) went on for about 2 weeks. On 12/20/23 at 2:08 PM, V18, LPN, stated R56 had GI issues recently. On 12/20/23 at 12:10 PM, V16, Dietary Manager, stated, I am the only one (of kitchen staff) that has not had the GI bug. Employees that were sick needed to be symptom free for 24 hours with a doctor's note before they came back. On 12/21/23 at 9:10 AM, V27, Cook, stated he did have Gastrointestinal symptoms and he needed to stay home for 24 hours after he was symptom free. On 12/20/23 at 10:15 AM, V14, Infection Preventionist, was questioned about the GI (Gastro-Intestinal) Bug that has been in the building, V14 stated, I can't figure it out. I don't know where it is coming from. We have had to give some IV (Intravenous Fluids). The doctor did not want any testing done. I have not contacted the County Health Department because I don't know how. (V1, Administrator) is the one who calls them. V14 stated she is tracking the GI issues in the facility. The November and December Monthly Antibiotic Control log was reviewed at this time. This log failed to document any GI issues. A copy of V14's tracking was requested at this time. On 12/20/23 at 2:20 PM, V14 stated the facility does not have any residents that are currently having symptoms of nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. V14 stated, The last resident was (R32) and she went to the hospital yesterday (12/19/23), so there are no current residents. It started around the 5th (12/5/23), the main part was the 8th through the 11th (12/8/23 - 12/11/23). V14 stated the two residents that needed IV fluids while having GI symptoms were (R32) and (R41) (R41 did not require fluids). V14 stated R32 needed fluids twice. On 12/21/23 at 10:15 AM, V14 stated, Employees who contracted the GI bug had to be symptom free for 24 hours before returning to work. On 12/20/23 at 10:28 AM, V1, stated, I did not report to the County Department of Health. It was not the flu (Influenza Virus), RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) or COVID. The doctor was not ordering any tests. Why would I? V1 was asked if she had considered the Norovirus, V1 stated, No. On 12/21/23 at 10:00 AM, V1 stated, When the residents were experiencing nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea the residents stayed in their room until they were symptom free for 24 hours. The staff wore masks because we were on COVID precautions, they wore gloves and used frequent hand washing. We did not require gowns while caring for the residents or put isolation signs or carts outside of room. At this time, we do not have any current cases. We had 2 residents receive IV fluids (R32 and R41) (R41 did not require IV fluids) and 2 residents were sent to the hospital because of it (R32 and R16). We do not have a specific GI policy and procedure. We use the basic infection control policy. On 12/21/23 at 12:00 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, (DON), stated, If a resident was having symptoms, they had to be in the room for 24 hours until they were symptom free. We did COVID tests and notified their primary care provider. Once notified, they (doctors) just said to monitor. We did not have any specific isolation just general isolation. The doctors never gave an order regarding the type of isolation or for isolation. We did in-service for hand washing. Employees that were ill stayed home until they were symptom free. On 12/20/23 at 1:45 PM, V20, Local Health Department Registered Nurse, stated, I was not aware that (the facility) was having an outbreak of Gastroenteritis. I would have expected them to notify us. I would have contacted them to see if they needed anything from us. I would have told them to pull the guidance from the IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health) website, do they need help understanding it? I would expect contact isolation to be put in place, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) by doors, signage on doors, testing of the stool to determine what bug is going around.
SERIOUS (G)

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 interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to assess residents for fall precautions, failed to impl...

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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 assess residents for fall precautions, failed to implement appropriate fall interventions, and failed to ensure resident safety during transfers, for 5 of 7 residents (R6, R8, R10, R20, R27) reviewed for falls and transfers in the sample of 44. This failure resulted in R6 having a fractured left hip and having a closed vs open reduction of her left hip with nailing surgery. The findings include: 1. R6's Face Sheet, undated, documents R6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with the diagnoses of Dementia, Atrial Fibrillation, Major depressive disorder, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM), and Left femur fracture. R6's Care Plan, dated 3/02/23, documents R6 is at risk for falls related to diagnosis of dementia, unsteadiness on feet, muscle wasting and atrophy, depression, incontinence and use of psychotropic medication. Interventions: 12/18/23: Staff to keep resident within view while in common area, 12/12/23: Occupy resident with meaningful distractions, 12/5/23: Observe frequently and place in supervised area when out of bed, 11/20/23: Encourage shoes while ambulating, 10/2/23: Encourage resident to stay in common areas when it is not bedtime. Redirect with activity, 9/6/23: Dycem replaced on wheelchair and cushion, 8/27/23: encourage resident with an activity while other residents are being put to bed, 8/14/23: PT (physical therapist)/OT (occupational therapist) to evaluate chair positioning, 8/14/23: Call don't fall signs placed in resident room, 6/26/23: Dycem applied to wheelchair and on top of wheelchair cushion, 4/20/23: Make sure resident is wearing grip socks while ambulating, 4/20/23: Grip tape applied to the floor in front of the toilet, 4/10/23: Make sure tennis balls are on the wheeled walker 3/2/23: Provide with wheelchair and walker, Encourage to use side rails/enablers as needed. R6's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R6 has a severe cognitive impairment and requires extensive assistance from one to two staff members for all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). R6 is occasionally incontinent of urine and always continence of bowel. The Facility's Fall Log, dated 6/1/23 through 12/18/23, documents R6 has had a falls on 6/21/23, 6/25/23, 7/7/23, 7/13/23, 7/20/23, 8/10/23, 8/26/23, 9/4/23, 9/25/23, 11/6/23, 12/4/23, 12/5/23, and 12/10/23. R6's admission Fall Risk Assessment, dated 3/1/23, documents R6 is a High Fall Risk. R6's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 4/24/23, documents R6 is a High Fall Risk. R6's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 7/29/23, documents R6 is a High Fall Risk. R6's Fall Risk Assessment, dated 12/4/23, documents R6 is a High Fall Risk. R6's Nursing Note, dated 4/1/23 at 6:00 PM, documents, CNA reported to nurse that resident had fallen after standing from dining room and tripped over the foot of her walker and lost her balance. CNA stated she did not hit her head. Neuros (neurological checks) and VS (vital signs) WNL (within normal limit), during assessment of LLE (left lower extremity) resident verbalized 7/10 pain to left hip. MD (Medical Doctor) made aware and gave orders to send resident to ER (emergency room) and stated to update him with results once notified of results. POA (Power of Attorney) notified as well. There is no new fall intervention seen in R6's Care Plan after her fall on 4/1/23. R6's Nursing Note, dated 4/3/23 at 6:51 AM, documents, Resident found sitting on floor next to her walker in her bedroom. Residents bottom was facing the window and her legs/feet were facing the bedroom door. Resident states she was trying to go to the bathroom and her knees started to buckle so she knelt down and sit on her butt. VSS (vital signs stable) (see vitals), Head to toe assessment complete with no s/s (signs/symptoms) of rotation, deformity, shortening of limbs noted. No s/s of bruising or open wounds. Residents states, I am ok I just wanted to get to the bathroom then go eat breakfast. Educated resident on using call light for help and she verbalized understanding. Fall was witnessed by CNA (see Event) Dr. notified, and POA Notified. R6's Social Service Note, dated 4/10/23 at 10:25 AM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into falls on 4/3 and 4/1 were completed by the IDT (Interdisciplinary team). It was determined that on 4/1 resident was standing from breakfast with w/w (wheeled walker). Resident tripped over the flip flop décor on bottom of wheelchair. Décor was removed and replaced with tennis balls. On 4/3 resident was attempting to transfer herself to the bathroom with w/w when her legs buckled and she lowered herself to the floor. Assist resident in mornings, and make sure that she has assistance when needed due to weakness in morning. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 4/10/23, documents Make sure tennis balls are on the wheeled walker. R6's Nursing Note, dated 4/19/23 at 6:15 AM, documents, [Recorded as Late Entry on 04/21/2023 11:33 AM] Called to (unit) by staff to find resident laying on the floor on her back with her head down by the sink. She denies pain moves all extremities without difficulty. She does have a 0.5 cm (centimeter) skin tear noted on her Rt (right) elbow that was cleansed and Steri-strips applied. Staff reports that there were no lights on in the room when they entered the room the floor was dry and resident had regular socks on her feet with no shoes on. Resident assisted off the floor by 2 staff at this time. R6's Social Service Note, dated 4/20/23 at 11:11 AM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 4/19/2023 was completed by the IDT. It was determined that resident fell while ambulating in her room. Make sure the resident is wearing grip socks while up ambulating. There is no new fall intervention added to R6's Care Plan after her fall on 4/19/23. R6's Nursing Note, dated 4/20/23 at 3:20 AM, documents, Resident was found sitting on the floor in the her bathroom yelling out for staff. She stated she went to get off of the stool and slipped down to the floor. Denies hitting head. Stated she landed on her buttocks and sat against the bathroom door. She complained of left hip pain immediately and leg is bent up. She will not let us straighten leg out stating the pain is absolutely horrible. Large skin tear noted to left elbow with scant amount of bleeding noted. R6's Nursing Note, dated 4/20/23 at 3:51 AM, documents, Resident did have rubber sole shoes on, floor level dry and free of clutter. She was ambulating with use of walker. Denied any dizziness or other complications. Room was well lit. R6's Social Service Note, dated 4/20/23 at 11:13 AM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 4/20/2023 was completed by the IDT. It was determined that resident fell off the toilet while taking herself to the bathroom. Resident was sent to ER and determined that her left hip was broke. (sic) Grip tape was placed in front of toilet. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 4/20/23, documents, Grip tape applied to the floor in front of the toilet. On 12/20/23 at 9:35 AM, there was no grip tape seen in front of R6's toilet as specified in the Care Plan. R6's Nursing Note, dated 4/21/23 at 9:50 AM, documents, Called (Regional Hospital) and rec'd (received) update on resident, surgery scheduled for today at 2:30 PM, having a closed vs open reduction of left hip with nailing, not looking at discharge until next week possibly. R6's Nursing Note, dated 6/21/23 at 9:55 PM, documents, Resident was observed on the floor on her knees leaning against the bed in an unoccupied room. There was another female Resident sitting on the side of the bed. This Resident stated she was trying to get on the bed. Two staff transferred Resident to w/c (wheelchair). ROM (range of motion) WNL x 4 extremities. No injuries noted to head or body. Noted both knees to have small pinkish area on each. Resident stated her knees hurt. Resident was moving both feet to move w/c without c/o (complaint of) or noted difficulty then ambulated to toilet from w/c with use of w/w and assist of two staff with no c/o or noted difficulty. Dr. at facility to see Resident and assessed her with NNO (no new orders). Tylenol given with no further c/o knee pain. Made RN (Registered Nurse) DON (Director of Nursing) and POA/daughter aware of this event. Will fax Dr. with an update. VS 134/64 78 20 98.0 SpO2 96% RA (room air). Not compliant with Neuros. R6's Care Plan does not have any new interventions added to the Care Plan after this fall on 6/21/23. R6's Nursing Note, dated 6/25/23 at 3:32 PM, documents, CNA's reported that resident had slid out of wheelchair in sitting area. Resident observed sitting in upright position in front of wheelchair. Resident completed ROM to all extremities without limitations or pain voiced. Resident denies pain/discomfort at this time. Resident vs WNL, resident neuros WNL to resident baseline. MD notified and POA made aware. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 6/26/23, documents Dycem applied to wheelchair and on top of w/c cushion. R6's Nursing Note, dated 7/7/23 at 6:53 PM, documents, Resident found on floor next to toilet. She was between the wall and toilet sitting on her buttocks holding onto the assist bar. Resident was attempting to transfer self off of the toilet. No injuries noted at this time. Denies any pain at this time. Had rubber sole shoes in place, pants were mostly pulled up chair was locked and in doorway. Daughter (Name) notified of incident. Doctor notified. Neuros started and WNL, ROM WNL. Staff educated not to leave room while she is on toilet. R6's Care Plan does not have any new interventions added to the Care Plan after this fall on 7/7/23. R6's Nursing Note, dated 7/13/23 at 9:01 PM, documents, Res (resident) noted to tip recliner over in the common room and rolled out of it onto the floor. When this nurse arrived, res was lying on her stomach with her Right arm pinned below her. 3 staff members rolled res over onto her back to assess further. ROM WNL. No rotation or shortening of extremities. VS WNL neuro checks WNL. skin tear noted to right lower arm with bruising surrounding area. Bruise noted to right elbow and to left knee. Skin tear cleansed and steri-strips applied. No other injuries noted. Res denied pain elsewhere. Assisted back to recliner. Began conversing with staff again. Continue to monitor vs with neuros per protocol. MD made aware via fax. To notify family in the morning at a more decent hour. R6's Care Plan does not have any new interventions added to the Care Plan after this fall on 7/13/23. R6's Nursing Note, dated 7/20/23 at 10:59 PM, documents, 8:10 PM Resident was observed laying on her left side on the floor beside her bed. Her w/c (wheelchair) was near her. Resident stated she was trying to get into bed. No injuries noted to head or other areas. ROM not done d/t (due to) Resident c/o pain to both hips and lower back. BS (blood sugar) 205. Resident alert and verbal. Made Dr. aware. New order given to send to ER to eval (evaluate) and tx (treat). Made POA/daughter aware. Ambulance called. Resident sent to (local hospital) ER via ambulance. Sent Face Sheet, orders and DNR (Do Not Resuscitate). Made RN (Registered Nurse) at (local hospital) ER aware and gave report. Administrator and RN, DON aware. R6's Care Plan does not have any new interventions added to the Care Plan after this fall on 7/20/23. R6's Nursing Note, dated 8/10/23 at 6:50 PM, documents, Resident slid out of wheelchair trying to reach for items. Fall witnessed did not hit head and just slid to floor. She did land on her buttocks with no injuries noted and no complaints of pain. ROM WNL. Daughter notified of her sliding out of her wheelchair with no injuries. Doctor notified. Will consider adding [NAME] to top of cushion to help prevent sliding. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 8/14/23, documents, Call Don't Fall signs placed in resident room. R6's Nursing Note, dated 8/26/23 at 8:30 PM, documents, Resident observed on floor in kitchen laying on her right side, w/c was near her feet. Resident did hit her head. ROM WNL x 4 extremities. Resident rubbed her head stating that is where she hit her head, mid left back of head. No area noted. No other injuries noted. VS 134/70 74 20 97.6 SpO2 96% RA. Made Dr. aware of this event, Resident hitting head mid left side, Coumadin use, recent INR (International Normalized Ratio). Stated to monitor and report significant changes. Aware of HS (hours sleep) meds and stated to continue with meds as ordered. Made POA/daughter aware and she agrees with Dr. Made Administrator aware. At this time a slightly elevated area is noted to mid left back of head. Area is pinkish. Resident given PRN Tylenol d/t to stating, Oh, it hurts a little, when asked if her head hurt. Denies pain anywhere else. Resident is alert and verbal. Moves all extremities with no noted difficulty or c/o. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 8/27/23: encourage resident with an activity while other residents are being put to bed. R6's Social Service Note, dated 8/27/23 at 2:18 PM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 8/26/2023 was completed by the IDT team. It was determined that resident fell while attempting to ambulate. When staff is working with other residents for bed and behaviors, encourage resident with a independent activity to keep her busy. R6's Nursing Note, dated 9/4/23 at 3:33 PM, documents, Resident was found in dining room. Resident was in front of wheelchair on her left side. Resident stated she was a little sore. No shortening, ROM x 4, Neuros and vitals WNL. POA aware. Admin aware. MD faxed. Will continue to monitor. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 9/6/23, documents, Dycem replaced on WC and cushion. R6's Social Service Note, dated 9/6/23 at 7:48 PM, documents, Root Cause analysis: IDT completed investigation into fall on 9/4/2023. It was determined resident fell sliding out of the wheelchair, Dycem added to wheelchair. R6's Nursing Note, dated 9/25/23 at 2:02 PM, documents, Resident stated went into her room, shut the door and got up to go the bathroom. Resident was found sitting in her room on her bottom, with feet straight out. ROM unchanged. Denies any c/o pain or discomfort. Vitals within normal limits. Dr. notified of incident. POA notified. R6's Care Plan does not have any new interventions added to the Care Plan after this fall on 9/25/23. R6's Social Service Note, dated 10/2/23 at 12:05 PM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 9/25/2023 was completed by the IDT team. It was determined that resident fell while in room attempting to transfer her self. Staff encouraged to redirect resident to common areas when not in bed, and engage her with activities. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 10/2/23, documents, Encourage resident to stay in common areas when it is not bedtime. Redirect with activity. R6's Nursing Note, dated 11/6/23 at 7:45 PM, documents, Resident was sitting in wheelchair in her room at foot of bed near bathroom door. She stood up and starting walking across the room. Her legs gave out and she sat down on the floor. Her feet were bare, lights on, floor level, clean, dry and free of clutter. Could not get to resident fast enough before she fell, she did not hit her head. ROM done with no complaints of pain. No external fixation or shortening of legs noted. She did complain of general pain after a while, PRN Tylenol given with relief. MD notified and daughter to be notified. Will continue to monitor. R6's Care Plan does not have any new interventions added to the Care Plan after this fall on 11/6/23. R6's Social Service Note, dated 11/9/23 at 10:04 AM, documents, [Recorded as Late Entry on 11/20/2023 10:05 AM] Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall completed by the IDT. It was determined that resident fell while attempting to ambulate to the bathroom. Resident to have shoes and grip socks on while ambulating. R6's Nursing Note, dated 12/4/23 at 1:30 PM, documents, [Recorded as Late Entry on 12/04/2023 07:37 PM] Resident was in common area and was trying to transfer self into recliner and slid onto bottom. Head was not hit and no injury noted. Will pass along to nurse to make Dr. and POA aware of event. R6's Nursing Note, dated 12/5/23 at 1:50 PM, documents, Resident attempted to transfer to recliner in common area and fell to floor. Resident did not hit her head. CNA was unable to get to her in time. B/P 159/76 P 76 R 22 T 97.5 SpO2 98% ROM WNL Resident had no c/o pain. Resident was transferred up from floor to recliner. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 12/5/23, documents Observe frequently and place in supervised area when out of bed. R6's Nursing Note, dated 12/10/23 at 5:27 PM, documents, CNA states she heard patient yelling out. Went to assess and patient was noted in sitting position in dining room with wheelchair next to her. Writer assess patient and she stated she did not hit her head. Patient was noted in sitting position next to wheelchair. Patient was in a well lit area and appropriate fitting shoes. Patient able to move all extremities with ease. Denies pain or discomfort at this time etc. denies needing to go to the bathroom. Assist for floor to bed via (full body mechanical lift). Neuro checks WNLs. R6's Care Plan Intervention, dated 12/12/23, documents, Occupy resident with meaningful distractions. R6 was left unsupervised and found on the floor. On 12/19/23 at 9:27 AM, R6 was sitting in recliner watching movie with other residents, with no staff seen in the room. On 12/20/23 at 9:35 AM, R6 was seen sitting in her wheelchair in the dining room doing activities with staff. There were no Call Don't Fall signs posted in R6's room, and there was no grip tape in front of her toilet as specified in the Care Plan. On 12/19/23 at 10:04 AM, V5, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), stated, We try to keep our residents supervised to help keep them from falling, and there are interventions placed in their care plan for falls. On 12/26/23 at 10:40 AM, V6, CNA, stated, No, (R6) does not have a Dycem on her wheelchair. 2. R8's Face Sheet, undated, documents R8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with the diagnoses of Dementia, Overactive bladder, Dysuria, and Anxiety disorder. R8's Care Plan includes Problem, start date of 7/24/23, R8 is at risk for falling related to decreased mobility, generalized weakness, dementia, incontinence, psychotropic medication use. Interventions: 9/25/23: Scoop mattress added to bed, 8/14/23: Dycem added to wheelchair, 7/24/23: Ensure that commonly used or reached for items are within close proximity to R8 while in bed, Ensure familiar items are present in room such as old pictures of resident when young, with parents, etc., familiar decorations from resident's prior home, or familiar afghan/blanket on bed, Use simple sentences with ADL (Activities of Daily Living) cares including nouns and verbs only (example: Use the toilet), Utilize verbal and tactile cues. Organize supplies from left to right to provide visual stimulation with tasks and task segmentation, Use simple, familiar commands and words that are familiar to the resident (i.e. [NAME] = bathroom), Hold chair steady for R8 during transfers, Provide frequent reminders and assistance for toileting and other personal care ADL needs, Alternate Call Light, Encourage R8 to use side rails and hand rails as needed. The Facility's Fall Log, dated 6/1/23 through 12/18/23, documents R8 had falls on 6/1/23, 6/16/23, 8/11/23, and on 9/16/23. R8's Clinical Record documents R8 also had falls 3/14/23, 3/25/23, 4/2/23, 5/3/23, 5/12/23, 5/16/23, 5/17/23. R8's Care Plan did not include R8 as a fall risk with interventions until 7/24/23, after R8 had fallen nine times. R8's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R8 has a severe cognitive impairment and is dependent on staff for ADLs and is frequently incontinent of urine and occasionally incontinent of bowels. On 12/19/23 at 10:04 AM, V5, CNA, stated, We try to keep our residents supervised to help keep them from falling and there are interventions placed in their care plan for falls. R8's Nursing Note, dated 3/14/23, documents, Resident was found on floor in bed room next to his bed on his bottom. Residents back was against the bed, feet pointing to his roommates bed and resident was not in non skid socks at that present time. Resident states he slid out of bed on his bottom trying to get somewhere. Head to toe assessment completed. No apparent injuries noted. No bruising noted. No wounds or bleeding noted. No limb deformity noted. Mobility unaffected. Did c/o pain to right hip but per resident and resident POA he has prior hip surgery and has had hip pain to left hip since. Resident able to bend bilateral knees to abdomen without c/o, able to rotate and flex bilateral arms without c/o. NEURO intact (neuros started due to unwitnessed fall) Bed was at lowest position and call light was within reach. R8's Administrator Note, dated 3/19/23 at 2:43 PM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 3/14/2023 completed by IDT (Intradisciplinary team). It was found that resident was trying to transfer himself without assistance, and fell from bed. Call don't fall signs places in residents room to remind him to call for assistance. On 12/20/23 at 9:32 AM, there was no Call don't fall signs seen in R8's room. R8's Administrator Note, dated 3/28/23 at 2:13 PM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 3/25/2023 completed by IDT. It was determined resident was trying to stand without assistance. Make sure resident is in a supervised area, and wearing slip resistant socks. R8's Nursing Note, dated 4/2/23 at 9:29 AM, documents, Resident observed on floor facing in upright position in front of toilet. Resident voiced that he was trying to go to the bathroom and slid off of the toilet. No injuries noted. VS WNL, Neuro assessment completed with no abnormalities noted to resident baseline. ROM completed x 4 extremities without pain/discomfort. Resident denies pain at this time. MD notified, POA notified. R8's Social Service Note, dated 4/10/23 at 12:06 PM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 4/2/2023 was completed by the IDT team. It was determined that the resident was attempting to transfer himself to the bathroom. staff educated to ask resident frequently if he needs to use the bathroom in hopes to avoid resident attempting to transfer himself. R8's Nursing Note, dated 5/3/23 at 2:48 PM, documents, Resident observed sliding from wheelchair while trying to self transfer to bed. Resident non skid socks were on, but one was turned where grippers were not in correct position. No injury noted. VSS. No c/o pain voiced. POA aware. MD notified via faxed. R8's Nursing Note, dated 5/11/23, documents, Root cause analysis: resident was attempting to transfer self and slid out of wheelchair. Resident noted to be wearing gripper socks inappropriately. Resident to wear slippers with rubber soles or shoes when up in chair. Care plan updated. R8's Nursing Note, dated 5/12/23 at 8:50 PM, documents, [Recorded as Late Entry on 5/13/2023 1:32 AM] Resident was assisted to the floor by staff. He has slumped down so far in his wheelchair his back was the only thing still in the chair. Resident was assisted to the floor by CNA before he tumbled out on his own. Staff was called to assist resident back up in wheelchair. Resident had been readjusted several times in wheelchair prior to this because he keep sliding down. No injuries noted. Doctor notified. Family will be notified. Will continue to monitor. R8's Nursing Note, dated 5/16/23 at 6:53 AM, documents, Resident was found on floor in his room. Back against the wall and stated he hit his head. No bumps noted. Resident was trying to transfer self and was reaching for shoes. Area was free of clutter and floor was dry. Resident states he should have known better. Educated resident on using call light and waiting for assistance. Resident did receive skin tear to left tricep 10 cm by 2 cm. Cleansed with wound cleanser and non-adherent pad applied and gauzed wrapped. Did use steri-strips to place some skin back together. Red mark to right shoulder. Vital signs are 97%, 98.3, 162/94, 78, 12. Does complain of head pain. Neuros are WNL. ROM x4. MD faxed. POA aware. DON (Director of Nursing) notified. Will continue to monitor. R8's Nursing Note, dated 5/17/23 at 8:29 AM, documents, Resident observed on common room area floor, reported by CNA. Resident sitting upright facing tv with wheelchair facing residents right side. Blocks noted to left side of resident on floor. BLE noted equal, ROM to X4 extremities without limitations. Resident denies pain/discomfort. Edema continues to BLE. MD made aware. R8's Nursing Note, dated 6/1/23 at 4:05 PM, documents, Resident had witness fall with no injury. ROM (range of motion) WNL (within normal limits). V/S (vital signs) WNL. Did not hit head. Assist x 2 and gait belt back to w/c (wheelchair). Son and MD made aware. R8's Nursing Note, dated 6/16/23 at 11:14 PM, documents, Resident observed on floor in BR (bathroom) at 7:30 pm. Resident stated he had to go and attempted to transfer self from w/c to toilet. Noted moderate amount of urine on floor near toilet that was not from Resident. Resident stated he hit his head possibly on the door or floor, touching the top left side of head. No noticeable injury. Resident was sitting on his buttocks slightly leaned to right side with right arm holding him up. ROM x 4 with no shortening or rotation noted. Resident did initially c/o right leg pain when he extended the right leg but was able to bend leg and pull it toward him several times with no c/o or noted difficulty. (Name) RN DON (Director of Nursing) also assessed. With assist of three Resident was transferred to his w/c with no c/o pain or discomfort. Resident then used by feet to move around in w/c without c/o pain or noted difficulty. Noted a 2 cm s/t to top of right hand. Area cleansed. Two steri-strips applied. VS 122/74 74 18 98.0 SpO2 94% RA. Made on call (Name) AGNP (Adult-gerontolgy nurse practitioner) aware and of Resident's initial c/o right leg pain. NNO. Stated to monitor and report significant changes. Made POA/son (Name) aware. Resident later c/o of low back pain then denied stating, I guess I'll be sore by morning. Neuros continue to be WNL. R8's Nursing Note, dated 8/11/23 at 12:18 PM, documents, Resident slid out of wheelchair onto his buttocks in dining area during lunch. Fall was witnessed by unit coordinator and 2 CNA staff. No injury noted. ROM WNL for resident. No c/o pain voiced. Neuro WNL for resident. Resident assisted to bathroom per request. MD notified via fax. LM for POA. Awaiting return call. R8's Social Service Note, dated 8/14/23 at 3:11 PM, documents, Root Cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 8/11/2023 was completed by the IDT team. It was determined that resident slid out of chair while repositioning himself. Dycem added to wheelchair. R8's Care Plan and Intervention, dated 8/14/23, documents Dycem added to wheelchair. On 12/20/23 at 9:32 AM, there was no Dycem to R8's wheelchair seen. R8's Nursing Note, dated 9/16/23 at 12:57 AM, documents, Res rolled out of bed ROM WNL, neuro check started, no pain voiced. R8's Social Service Note, dated 9/25/23 at 9:55 AM, documents, Root cause Analysis: Investigation into fall on 9/16/2023 completed by the IDT. It was determined resident rolled out of bed. Scoop mattress was added to bed for residents safety. R8's Care Plan and Intervention, dated 9/25/23, documents Scoop mattress added to bed. 3. R10's Face Sheet, undated, documents R10 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Cerebral infarction, Hemiplegia, Dementia, COVID-19, UTI, Osteoporosis, long term use of Anticoagulants, DVT, and Right hip fracture. R10's Care Plan, dated 11/21/23, documents R10 is at risk for falling r/t generalized weakness, high fall risk medications, pain, dx of OA, hemiplegia, muscle wasting and atrophy, abnormal posture, HTN, and anemia. Interventions: Give resident verbal reminders not to ambulate/transfer without assistance, Grip strips to floor in front of recliner, place call don't fall signs in resident room and on walker and wheelchair, re-educate to call for assistance, Encourage R10 to use environmental devices such as hand grips, hand rails, etc., Therapy to educate Staff on proper transfer technique. It continues R10 requires assistance with her everyday ADLs r/t a diagnosis of dementia. Interventions: Remind R10 the importance of eating, Offer food she likes, easy food to chew, Offer to open packages, cut her food for her, Lay her supplies out left to right, Offer toothpaste within 6 inches of eye level. R10's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R10 has a severe cognitive impairment and requires extensive assistance from one or two staff members for bed mobility, transfers, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene, and bathing, and requires supervision with set up help for eating. R10 is always incontinent of both bowel and bladder. The Facility's Fall Log, dated 6/1/23 through 12/18/23, documents R10 had a fall on 6/9/23, and 10/2/23. R10's Nursing Note, dated 4/30/23 at 8:25 PM, documents, Res slid out of wheel chair d/t leaning forward to pick up a piece of food off floor, no injuries ROM WNL, no pain voiced. R10's Nursing Note, dated 6/9/23 at 4:24 PM, documents, Resident observed on floor in room sitting in upright position, wheelchair facing in front of resident. Resident denies pain/discomfort. ROM x all extremities without limitations. POA made aware, md notified. VS and neuros WNL. R10's Nursing Note, dated 10/2/23 at 5:35 PM, documents, MD aware of fall and states monitor and report significant changes. R10's Nursing Note, dated 10/3/23 at 9:59 AM, documents, No injuries noted from fall. Will continue to monitor. R10's Social Service Note, dated 10/4/23 at 5:51 PM, documents, Root Cause analysis: Investigation into fall on 10/2 completed by the IDT. It was determined that resident slid from bed, while attempting to transfer. Resident encouraged to call for assistance before attempting to self transfer. On 12/18/23 at 10: 20 AM, R10 was seen sitting in a recliner in living area, napping, covered with blanket, with her wheelchair next to recliner, and no staff present in the living area. On 12/19/23 at 9:27 AM, R10 was sitting in a recliner watching movie with other residents with no staff present in the room. On 12/19/23 at 10:04 AM, V5, CNA, stated, We try to keep our residents supervised to help keep them from falling and there are interventions placed in their care plan for falls. On 12/20/23 at 9:38 AM, R10's fall interventions, according to his Care plan, include verbal reminders not to ambulate without assistance, grip strips to floor in front of recliner, call don't fall signs in room, on her walker and wheelchair. R10 resting in recliner in living area, there is no sign on her walker/wheelchair, no signs posted in her room, there are no grip strips in front of her recliner, and no staff members seen. 4. R27's Face Sheet, undated, documents R27 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with the diagnoses of Dementia, Falls, Anxiety disorder, and Blindness both eyes. R27's Care Plan, dated 4/25/23, documents R27 is at risk for falls related to di[TRUNCATED]
CONCERN (E)

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

Incontinence Care (Tag F0690)

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 provide timely and complete incontinence and for 6 of...

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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 provide timely and complete incontinence and for 6 of 6 residents (R6, R8, R9, R10, R25, R29) reviewed for incontinent care in a sample of 44. 1. R6's Face Sheet, undated, documents R6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with the diagnoses of Dementia, Major depressive disorder, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM), and Left femur fracture. R6's Care Plan, dated 3/2/23, documents R6's Bowel and Bladder: Incontinent of bladder and bowel at times Continent/Incontinent Toileting: Every two hours to the toilet, assist of one Incontinence Products- Large pull-up. R6's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R6 has a severe cognitive impairment and requires extensive assistance from one to two staff members for all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). R6 is occasionally incontinent of urine and always continence of bowel. On 12/18/23 at 12:38 PM, R6 was taken to her room in her wheelchair by V5, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), who assisted R6 to stand up and ambulate to the restroom, and placed R6 on the toilet. R6's incontinence brief was wet with urine. V5 put gloves on and removed R6's wet brief and pants. A clean brief and pants were put on R6's lower legs. V5 assisted R6 to stand up, and as R6 held onto her walker, V5 reached from behind R6 and wiped once between R6's legs, threw the wipe away, then reached again between R6's legs and wiped once, then pulled R6's brief and pants up, all while using the same gloves with no hand hygiene done. There was no wiping of R6's buttocks, groins or other areas, and no drying prior to applying new incontinence brief. 2. R8's Face Sheet, undated, documents R8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with the diagnoses of Dementia, Overactive bladder, Dysuria, and Anxiety disorder. R8's Care Plan, dated 3/13/23, documents R8's Bowel and Bladder: Continent at times at night he may be incontinent Continent/Incontinent Toileting: Assist x one, Every two hours Incontinence Products- wears large pull-ups. Provide frequent reminders and assistance for toileting and other personal care ADL needs. R8's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R8 has a severe cognitive impairment and is dependent on staff for ADLs and is frequently incontinent of urine and occasionally incontinent of bowels. On 12/19/23 at 11:45 AM, R8 was sitting at dining room table. R8 stated several times he wanted to go to restroom. R8 was finally assisted to his room by V9, CNA. A sit-to-stand device was used to get R8 to stand out of his wheelchair, and placed R8 onto the toilet. During the transfer, R8 stated he can't wait any longer and is urinating at this time. V9 assisted R8 to the toilet, pulled R8's pants down, and his wet brief was unfastened and removed. When R8 was finished, V9 applied a new brief on R8, assisted him to stand back up, and fastened the clean brief without any cleaning or wiping done. V9 assisted R8 back to his wheelchair and then back to the dining room for lunch. V9 did not offer to wash R8's hands after using the toilet and prior to eating. 3. R10's Face Sheet, undated, documents R10 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Cerebral infarction, Hemiplegia, Dementia, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Osteoporosis, and a Right hip fracture. R10's Care Plan, dated 11/2/23, documents R10's Bowel and Bladder: Incontinent Continent/Incontinent Toileting: x one assist, Incontinence Products - Med pull-up with large contour pad. R10's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R10 has a severe cognitive impairment and requires extensive assistance from one or two staff members for transfers, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene, and bathing. R10 is always incontinent of both bowel and bladder. On 12/18/23 at 12:55 PM, R10 was assisted back to her bed, with a strong smell of urine and feces. V7, CNA, came in to do peri-care on R10. R10's pants were pulled down, which showed loose stool in her pants. R10's brief was unfastened and tucked between her legs. V7 wiped R10's groins once each, then using same wipe, wiped once down middle of her vagina and pushed that wipe between R10's legs. As R10 was rolled over, V7 noticed loose stool was up R10's back and all over her buttocks. V7 began wiping R10's stool, and asked to get another CNA to assist her. V7 used soiled gloves and pulled the sheet over R10 while she waited for help. V6, CNA, entered to assist and wiped R10's groins once, used same cloth, and wiped R10's vagina once. R10 was rolled to her right side and V7 began to wipe R10's back, and anal area. Using the same gloves, V7 put a new incontinent brief and bed pad down, then applied barrier cream to R10's anal area. R10 started to have more loose stool and was allowed to finish her bowel movement (BM). Both CNAs doffed their gloves, gathered soiled linen and trash bags without gloves on, then left the room without doing hand hygiene. On 12/18/23 at 1:18 PM, V6 and V7 went back into R10's room to clean her up after her BM. R10's brief was tucked between her legs, R10 was rolled to her right side, and her anal area was briefly wiped, and her soiled incontinence brief was pulled out from under her. Using the same soiled gloves, V7 applied a new incontinence brief and bed pad to the bed. There was no further wiping of R10's vagina, groins, or buttocks after her BM. V7 used the same soiled gloves to pull resident up in bed. V7 doffed her gloves, covered R10, then exited the room without hand hygiene done. 4. R29's Face Sheet, undated, documents R29 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with the diagnoses of Dementia, Type 2 DM, Cardiac Pacemaker, Chronic Kidney Disease, Major depressive disorder, Anxiety disorder, and a Left femur fracture. R29's Care Plan, dated 1/9/23, documents R29's Bowel and Bladder: one assist for Continent/Incontinent Toileting: Incontinent of bowel and bladder, Incontinence Products - Med pull-up. R29's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R29 requires extensive assistance from one staff member for toileting, dressing, personal hygiene, and bathing. R29 is frequently incontinent of both bowel and bladder. On 12/19/23 at 10:17 AM, R29, was on the toilet requesting assistance, as she had a large amount of loose stool, both in her incontinence brief and in the toilet. V6, CNA, entered to assist R29. R29 was attempting to clean herself up, but had stool all over herself, including her hands. V6 unfastened R29's incontinence brief and tucked it between her legs. R29's pants were wet and soiled with loose stool, and were removed by V6. After V6 gathered the soiled pants and incontinence brief to put in a plastic bag, V6 went out of the restroom to a dresser drawer in R29's room to gather more supplies with the same soiled gloves on. V6 then applied a gait belt around R29, and a clean brief and pants were put on R29's lower legs, all with the same soiled gloves on. V6 assisted R29 to stand up and hold onto her walker while V6 wiped stool off R29's back, buttocks, and anal area. V6 reached between R29's legs and wiped from front to back with a lot of stool seen on the cloths/wipes; one dry washcloth used to reach between R29's legs once more, then brief and pants pulled up with same soiled gloves on. R29's groins and/or vagina was not thoroughly wiped. R29's shirt had stool on the bottom of the shirt, which was pulled down over her clean pants, while V6 stated she had to change her shirt because it had stool on it. 5. R9's Care Plan, dated 4/12/23, documents, Problem: Resident Care Information. Category ADLs (activities of daily living)Functional Status/Rehabilitation Potential. Last Reviewed/Revised 12/13/2023 at 10:54 AM. It also documents, Approach: Bowel and Bladder: Incontinent x2 assist Incontinence Products Briefs: standard Xl (extra large) brief Offer bed pan for toileting R9's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R9 is cognitively intact, always incontinent of bowel and bladder, and dependent with toileting. On 12/18/2023 at 1:45 PM observed V10, CNA, and V11, CNA, perform incontinent care on R9. R9 was incontinent of urine. V10 and V11 assisted R9 to bed from wheelchair using a full body mechanical lift. Once in bed, V10 and V11 opened each side of R9's incontinent brief and rolled it between R9's legs. V11 then, using premoistened wipes, wiped each side of R9's peri area and inner labia. V11 and V10 then assisted R9 onto her right side, revealing a heavily urine-soaked incontinent brief. V11 then cleansed R9's left buttock and partial right buttock. V10 and V11 then rolled the soiled incontinent brief under R9. V10 then, using the same urine soiled glove, applied barrier cream to R9's buttocks and applied clean incontinent brief. V10 did not cleanse R9's entire peri area, entire right buttock, and inner thighs. On 12/20/23 at 12:23 PM, R9 stated she has accidents and wets herself. R9 stated she depends on the staff for her toileting needs. R9 stated the staff does all of the work and that she is appreciative. R9 stated she would like to be cleaned all over if she is wet. R9 stated she would assume that is what the girls do. R9 stated she doesn't like to be dirty and does not want to smell. 6. R25's Care Plan, dated 07/18/2023, documents R25 is at increased risk for skin breakdown/injury r/t incontinence and decreased mobility. It continues Approach: Provide incontinent care after each incontinence episode. It also documents Problem: R25 has a history of UTIs. It also documents Approach: Assist R25 with pericare/incontinence care as needed. R25's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R25 is severely cognitively impaired, dependent on staff for toileting, and always incontinent of bowel and bladder. On 12/19/2023 at 11:00 AM V12, CNA, assisted R25 with incontinent care. R25 was incontinent of urine. V12 pulled back R25's cover, revealing a heavily urine-soaked incontinent draw pad. The draw pad was soiled up to lower back and waist area. V12, using a premoistened wipe, cleansed each side of R25's peri area and inner labia. V12 then turned R25 on her right side, revealing a soiled pad. V12 then rolled the pad and applied the clean incontinent brief. V12 did not clean R25's entire peri area, buttocks and inner thighs. On 12/12/2023 at 12:10 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, stated she would expect the staff to clean all areas of incontinence. V2 stated she would expect the staff to cleanse the entire peri area, inner and outer labia, both buttocks, and any soiled area. The facility's, Incontinence Care policy, dated 2/04, documents Objective 1. To keep skin clean, dry, free of irritation and odor. Procedure: 7. Wash all soiled skin areas and dry very well, especially between skin folds.
CONCERN (E)

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

Antibiotic Stewardship (Tag F0881)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to establish an infection prevention and control program that reduces the risk of adverse events, including the development of antibiotic-resi...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to establish 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 for 5 of 5 residents (R9, R23, R36, R50, R210) reviewed for antibiotic stewardship in the sample of 44. 1. The Facility's Monthly Infection Log for the month of October 2023 does not document an organism causing R9's infection. The log documents No for culture and organism is blank. The log also documents R9 was treated with the antibiotic Keflex. R9's Physician Order Sheet (POS), not dated, documents cephalexin capsule; 500 mg; amt: 1 tab (tablet); oral Special Instructions: give 500 mg (milligrams) by mouth twice a day x 7 days starting at 8:00am on 10/07/2023. R9's Medication Administration Record (MAR) for the month of October 2023 documents that R9 received 5 of 14 doses of Cephalexin 500mg. It also documents that R9 received 14 of the 14 doses of Macrobid 100MG. 2. The Facility's Monthly Infection Log for the month of October 2023 does not document an organism causing R210's infection. The log documents No for culture and organism is blank. The log also documents R210 was treated with Cefdinir. R210's October MAR, documents that R210 received 7 doses of Cefdinir. 3. The Facility's Monthly Infection Log for the month of November 2023 does not document an organism causing R36's infection. The log documents No for culture and organism is blank. The log also documents R36 was treated with Keflex. R36's November MAR, documents that R36 received 15 doses of Keflex. 4. The Facility's Monthly Infection Log for the month of November 2023 does not document an organism causing R50's infection. The log documents No for culture and organism is blank. The log also documents that R50 was treated with Macrobid. R50's November MAR, documents that R50 received 13 doses of Macrobid. 5. The Facility's Monthly Infection Log for the month of November 2023 does not document an organism causing R23's infection. The log documents No for culture and organism is blank. The log also documents that R23 was treated with Keflex. R23's November MAR, documents that R23 received 15 doses of Keflex. On 12/26/2023 at Approximately 10:30 AM, V14 (Infection Preventionist) stated that the Monthly Antibiotic/Infection Control Log is how she tracks and trends infections and antibiotic use. V14 stated that log is filled out with the information that she has. On 12/29/2023 at 9:03 AM, V1 (Administrator) stated that she expects the antibiotic stewardship to be performed per policy. V1 stated that she expects the logs to be completed so that the antibiotic usage and infections tract and trended. V1 stated that this would help with preventing the development of antibiotic-resistant organisms, from unnecessary or inappropriate antibiotics. The facility's Antibiotic Stewardship Policy, dated 12/18/19, documents that the purpose of the program is to reduce inappropriate use of antibiotics, improve resident outcomes and lessen adverse events.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0576 (Tag F0576)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to allow residents to receive mail on Saturdays. This failure has 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 allow residents to receive mail on Saturdays. This failure has the potential to affect all 58 residents living in the facility. Findings include: During the Resident Council Meeting on 12/19/23 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM, R22, R28, and R7 stated they do not receive mail on Saturdays. 1. R28's Face Sheet, print date of 12/26/23, documents R28 was admitted on [DATE], and has a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes. R28's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R28 is cognitively intact. 2. R22's Face Sheet, print date of 12/27/23, documents R22 was admitted on [DATE], and has a diagnosis of hypertension. R22's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R22 is cognitively intact. 3.R7's Face Sheet, print date of 12/26/23, documents R7 was admitted on [DATE], and has a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease. R7's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R7 is cognitively intact. On 12/26/23 at 11:10 AM, V3, Social Service Director, stated the mail is not delivered on Saturday because there is no one in the office to accept it, but packages are delivered. On 12/26/23 at 11:13 AM, V1, Administrator, stated she is not sure why the mail is not delivered on Saturday. V1 stated she would call the post office and find out. On 12/27/23 at 10:12 AM, V1, stated no one is in the office to receive and sort through the mail, so that is why mail is not being delivered on Saturdays. V1 stated, We do not have a policy on mail. The Long Term Care Facility Application For Medicare and Medicaid, dated 12/18/23 (CMS-671), documents 58 residents reside in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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

Grievances (Tag F0585)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have a procedure in place for filing Grievances, understanding what a Grievance is, and implementing a system to track resolutions of a Gri...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have a procedure in place for filing Grievances, understanding what a Grievance is, and implementing a system to track resolutions of a Grievance. These failures have the potential to affect all 58 residents living in the facility. Findings include: 1. On 12/18/23 at 2:07 PM, V4 (R18's wife), stated, His (R18's) cell phone came up missing. The facility knew that it was missing. Someone from the facility called me and told me that they found it in the washer and it no longer worked. No one offered to replace the phone. On 12/18/23 at 2:54 PM, V3, Social Service Director/SSD, stated she has not had any Grievance filed through resident council or any formal Grievances filed. She stated if a small problem arises, she will handle it. We will make a progress note in the chart to document the issue. V3 stated she was unaware of any phone being lost or any laundry missing. V1, Administrator, was present for the conversation, and she agreed the facility just handles things as they come up. V1 stated thatshe was unaware of R18's phone. V1 and V3 stated there is no formal process to follow up on a grievance to track if the situation has been resolved. On 12/19/23 at 8:55 AM AM, V1 stated R18's phone was found in a locked medical cart, and (V4) was notified the phone was found, and even though it went through the wash, it still works. V1 stated there is a disconnect with agency staff not communicating with facility staff. 2. On 12/18/23 at 11:31 AM , R7 stated, I have a problem with (V65, Certified Nurses Aide). The aid (V65) has an attitude. She isn't here for us. She just walks up and down the hall and doesn't do anything. She doesn't say why I don't get my shower. She just leaves. I did go to (V3, Social Service Director) and she said she would talk to (V65) and look into the showers, but I have never heard back. I am very upset about this. I talked with her (V3) last Tuesday. The aides say that I have and attitude. R7's MDS (Minimum Data Set), dated 11/01/23, documents R7 is cognitively intact. On 12/26/23 at 10:29 AM, V3 stated, (R7) did come and talk to me about (V65). (R7) thought that (V65) had an attitude with her. I found out about this at the beginning of last week (12/18/23). I had told (V1, Administrator) about the issue and suggested that (V65) work on a different hall. It was not logged as a Complaint or a official Grievance. She just wanted to talk to me about it. The facility Policy Grievances, dated 6/1/22, documents, The facility shall ensure that the resident has the right to voice grievances to the facility without discrimination or reprisal and without fear of discrimination or reprisal. Grievances shall be addressed by the facility and resolved in a timely manner. It continues, 4. Upon receipt of a grievance, the Grievance Officer (V3) or designee shall complete an investigation of the concern as soon as possible and provide appropriate follow through as required. The facility Grievance Logs for 9/2023- 12/2023 were reviewed with no Grievances filed except for 1 in 11/2023 for R28 related to a call light. The Long Term Care Facility Application For Medicare and Medicaid, dated 12/18/23 (CMS-671), documents 58 residents reside in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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 provide consecutive 8 hour Registered Nurse (RN) coverage in the facility. This has the potential to affect all 58 residents residing in th...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide consecutive 8 hour Registered Nurse (RN) coverage in the facility. This has the potential to affect all 58 residents residing in the facility. Findings include: On 12/22/23 at 11:30 AM, the Nursing Working staffing schedule from October 2023 through December 2023 was reviewed with V2, Director of Nursing. The facility did not have consecutive 8-hour RN coverage for the following days: 10/26/2023, 10/29/23, 11/4/2023, 11/7/23, 11/8/23, 11/11/23, 11/20/23, and 12/14/2023. On 12/26/2023 at 10:00 AM V1, Administrator, stated V2 and V14, Registered Nurses, are managers and the managers do not clock in. V2 stated there is not a way to tell what actual days V2 and V14 worked. On 12/29/2023 at 9:05 AM, V1 stated she is currently using agency to assist with staffing. V1 stated V2 does not work the floor. V2 stated she is actively seeking and hiring her own staff. The Long Term Care Facility Application For Medicare and Medicaid (CMS-671), dated 12/18/23, documents 58 residents reside in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0804 (Tag F0804)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide food at palatable temperature for 3 of 3 resid...

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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 provide food at palatable temperature for 3 of 3 residents (R7, R22, and R49) reviewed for meal service in the sample of 44. This failure has the potential to affect all residents in the facility. Findings include: 1. On 12/21/23 at 11:17 AM, with a calibrated metal stemmed thermometer, the steam table temperatures were taken. The [NAME] beans were 169.0 degrees Fahrenheit (F), gravy 154.2 degrees F, Hamburgers 133.7 degrees F, diced Turkey 142.3 degrees F, Sweet potatoes 150.6 degrees F, pureed green beans 135.6 degrees F. The service was started at 11:35 AM. On 12/21/23 at 12:16 PM, the hall trays left the kitchen. On 12/21/23 at 12:30 PM, the last meal tray (test tray) was served. The following temperatures were taken using the same calibrated metal stemmed thermometer. The ground chicken was at 110.8 degrees F. It tasted oily and cold. The pureed chicken was at 112.0 degrees F. It tasted cold, was very salty, and did not taste like chicken. The diced turkey was at 108.5 degrees F. It tasted cold, chewy, and oily. The sweet potatoes were at 104.4 degrees F and tasted cold. The green beans were at 106.9 degrees F and tasted cold. The pureed green beans were at 100 degrees F and tasted cold. On 12/21/23 at 11:55 AM, V16, Dietary Manager, stated she has received complaints of cold food, and the facility is now using domed lids. V16 stated, Hopefully, that helps. On 12/26/23 at 1:03 PM, V16 stated the temperatures of the test tray were too cold. 2. R49's Face Sheet, print date of 12/26/23, documents R49 was admitted on [DATE], and has a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment. R49's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents R49 is cognitively intact. On 12/18/23 at 10:50 AM, R49 stated the food has no flavor and is sometimes cold. 3. R7's Face Sheet, print date of 12/26/23, documents R7 was admitted on [DATE], and has a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease. R7's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R7 is cognitively intact. On 12/18/23 at 11:31 AM, R7 stated, The food is horrible. It's cold most of the time. 4. R22's Face Sheet, print date of 12/27/23, documents R22 was admitted on [DATE], and has a diagnosis of hypertension. R22's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R22 is cognitively intact. During the resident council meeting on 12/19/23 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM, R22 stated, The food tastes horrible, portions are small, not all hot meals are served hot. The facility failed to provide a policy on serving temperatures. The Long Term Care Facility Application For Medicare and Medicaid (CMS-671), dated 12/18/23, documents 58 residents reside in the facility.
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, observation, and record review, the facility failed to maintain the kitchen in a clean an sanitary manner, have hand hygiene products available, throw away expired food, and cover,...

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Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to maintain the kitchen in a clean an sanitary manner, have hand hygiene products available, throw away expired food, and cover, label, and date left over food to prevent foodborne illness. These failures have the potential to affect all 58 residents residing in the facility. Findings include: On 12/18/23 at 10:00 AM during initial tour of the kitchen the following were noted. 1. On 12/18/23 at 10:00 AM, the kitchen was entered. V17, Dietary Aide, was operating the dish machine. V17 was questioned where the hand sink was located in the kitchen , V17 stated, Over there and pointed to a sink that was 2 feet away. The hand sink was filled with soiled cleaning towels. V17 was questioned if there was another hand sink in the kitchen, V17 stated, Around the corner. This surveyor went to that hand sink and washed her hands. While washing hands, V16, Dietary Manager, came and introduced herself. This surveyor, in the presence of V16, tried to obtain paper towels to dry hands. The dispenser did not have any towels in it. V16 attempted to open the dispenser. V16 was unable to. V16 stated she would get some paper towels and left the kitchen. This surveyor went to the first hand sink that was observed to get paper towels; the dispenser was empty. This surveyor went back to second hand sink, and V16 was standing there with no paper towels. V16 was questioned if she was getting paper towels; V16 failed to answer. V16 stood there looking at this surveyor until this surveyor told V16, We have waited long enough. My hands have air dried now. V16 stated she thought this surveyor dried her hands with the other dispenser towels. V16 was told the other dispenser was empty. 2. The wall refrigerator in the main kitchen was observed. The refrigerator bottom had obvious milk and juice spills. The lip of the floor and the door had multiple dried spills of milk and juice. 3. The griddle table was observed. The shelf under the griddle had debris, dust, and grease build up. 4. The Steam Oven drip tray had approximately 3.5 inches of water/grease in it. The tray and the table that it was stationed on had grease and debris accumulation. 5. The rolling sugar storage bin lid had a build up of dried spills and debris on the top of it. The stainless steel end of shelf cap that the sugar container sat next to had multiple grease stains and food particles dried onto it. 6. The griddle, oven, and steam oven stainless steel vent hood and backsplash had multiple areas of grease build up resulting in streaks running from the top of the stainless steel to the bottom. 7. The walk-in refrigerator was observed. There were: 2 facility prepared cups of pears with no covering; 2 facility prepared cups of cottage cheese, pudding, and salad with no label of when prepared; an open package of multiple American cheese slices, ham and turkey lunch meat, which were not dated as to when opened and loosely wrapped; a storage container of Chicken Broth had an expiration date of 12/10/23, white gravy of 12/15/23; a second large container of gravy was made on 12/4/23, with no expiration date; a large container of left over ham chunks, large container of Jello fluff, and a large stainless steel bowl of a tannish liquid substance. At that time V16 stated, I think it might be eggs, but the lighting is bad in here. There was also a container of a red diced food which V16 stated, I think beets, that was not labeled as to what it was,when it was made, or when it expired. There was a large box of sweet potatoes on the bottom shelf of the cooler, with a 20 pound box of ground beef on top of it. The ground beef had defrosted and leaked onto the lid of the sweet potatoes, leaving it damaged and visibly contaminated with juices from the beef. V16 was questioned about storage of the thawing ground beef, V16 stated, Well the sweet potatoes should be on the other side (of the cooler). They shouldn't be here. Hamburger (ground beef) should not be on top of them. V16 moved the box of ground beef, removed the soiled lid, exposing approximately 45 sweet potatoes, 8 of which had obvious liquid drainage on them, V16 removed 6, exposing the bottom of the box which had wet and dried drainage on it. V16 stated she was going to throw those (6) potatoes away. At this time, V16 was informed the entire box had been contaminated with the beef juices. 2 - 12 ounce cans of evaporated milk were covered with wrap. The cans had been punctured, but the metal lid was still in place. There was no date of opening on the cans or wrap. 8. The walk- in Freezer was observed. An approximate 20 pound box of chicken patties was directly placed on the floor. There was an approximately 5 pound freezer burnt piece of meat lying in the corner. It was lying on the shelving unit support in the corner. It was not labeled. V16 stated no items should be on the floor of the freezer, and she did not know what the piece of meat was that was lying on the support on the floor. 9. The dry storage area was observed. There was a hall cart that was used to pass snacks and drinks stored. The cart had a removable clear plastic tub on top of it. The tub had an obvious white liquid floating in 1/2 of the bottom of the tub. V16 was questioned why this cart was in the dry storage, V16 stated, It is a hall cart and it has not been washed yet. They are new they didn't know to take it to get it washed. 10. The kitchen floor was littered with food debris, grease and sticky spots in walkways and under cabinets. On 12/18/23 at 10:15 AM, V16 stated, Food is only good for 7 days after it was made, everything should have a date on it when it was made, when it expires and what it is. On 12/18/23 a 3:55 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, All foods should be labeled. Those sweet potatoes should have all been thrown out. The whole box was contaminated. On 12/19/23 at 9:18 AM, V1, stated, I know it's a little late, but all kitchen staff stayed and cleaned the kitchen all night. All kitchen staff are being in serviced on sanitation. I was in that kitchen for 4 years before. It was bad. I can't believe how dirty it was, but it is clean today. V1 stated, All staff have food handler and next Wednesday they are getting the Dietary Manager training. 11. On 12/21/23 at 11:40 AM, V21, Cook, was observed with his bare hands, serving the food, going to the walk in refrigerator and getting an onion, returning to the line, getting a cutting board and a knife, cutting the onion, returning the onion to walk in refrigerator, coming back to line, getting a hamburger bun from the bun bag and then making a cheeseburger with the onion. V21 then continued to do meal service from the steam table. At the end of the steamtable there is an approximate 2 foot by 2 foot counter attached to the steamtable. There is a large container with no lid of thick white liquid. On 12/21/23 at 12:10 PM, V21 was questioned what was in the container. V21 stated, It's left over white gravy from the morning cook. She didn't put it away. V21 was questioned how he handles left overs, V21 stated, After meal service, I turn off the steam table and then I go on break. While I am gone the food is cooling down. When I come back and the food is cool enough, I cover it, label it, date it and then put it in the refrigerator. On 12/26/23 at 1:03 PM, V16, stated staff should only touch food with clean hands that had just been washed. V16 stated left over food should be cooled down within a 4 hour window and temperatures should be taken while cooling down. The policy Food Storage and Labeling Procedure, date 9/22, documents, Food Storage: Store food in containers intended for food. Food should be stored in a clean, dry location. Store all food at least 6 inches off the floor. Keep all food covered in a re-sealable bag or container or the original container, of applicable. Labeling of Refrigerated Foods: The label should include: 1. Product name: Even if you can see the product/ leftover through the plastic wrap or lid, you must label the container or re-sealable bag with the product name. 2. Date: Document the date that the produce is placed in the refrigerator. 3 Discard Date: Count 7 days from the date you are placing the item in the refrigerator. 4. Staff Initials: Every label must include the initials of the staff member preparing the item / left over to be refrigerated. The policy Cleaning and Sanitizing Work Surfaces and Equipment Procedure, dated 8/19, documents, Clear work surface tables of food, food crumbs, dirty utensils, used cutting boards,etc. (ecetra). Clear equipment such as grill, slicer, mixer, etc. of food and food crumbs. The Long Term Care Facility Application For Medicare and Medicaid (CMS-671), dated 12/18/23, documents 58 residents reside in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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

QAPI Program (Tag F0867)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview and record review, the QA&A (Quality Assurance Committee) failed to recognize an infection control problem, and the QAPI (Quality Assurance Performance Improvement) committee failed...

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Based on interview and record review, the QA&A (Quality Assurance Committee) failed to recognize an infection control problem, and the QAPI (Quality Assurance Performance Improvement) committee failed to perform a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) regarding an infection control problem. This failure has the potential to affect all 58 residents residing in the facility. Finding include: On 12/27/23 at 10:20 AM, V1 (Administrator) was questioned if the committee had recognized the infection control issue of isolation, identifying an outbreak, and tracking and trending of infections. V1 stated, We really never have discussed infection control because we haven't had issues until the last month. We had COVID in October, then in December, and then this GI (Gastrointestinal) issue. On 12/27/23 at 10:25 AM, V1 stated the facility does not have a PIP (Performance Improvement Plan) in writing, but they do them verbally. The Quality Assurance Committee policy, dated 8/20, documents, Quality Assurance Committee is utilized to: Identify areas of concerns. Detect trends or patterns that signal potential areas of risk. Detect trends or patterns that signal potential areas of risk. Involve staff in developments of action plans related to monitoring results, thereby enhancing staff commitment to and involvement in measures to promote compliance. Evaluate the effectiveness of past and present actions taken to remedy deficiencies. Provide managers with objective information to guide decision making. The QAPI Plan, dated 11/14/22, documents, Direction of QAPI Activities: 1. Identifying and prioritizing problems based on performance indicator data. Ensuring that corrective actions address gaps in the system and are evaluated for effectiveness. It continues, PIP's will be documented continuously during execution. The Long Term Care Facility Application For Medicare and Medicaid (CMS-671), dated 12/18/23, documents 58 residents reside in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0947 (Tag F0947)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the required abuse training was complete for 6 of 6 employee records reviewed for abuse. This failure has the potential to affect al...

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Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the required abuse training was complete for 6 of 6 employee records reviewed for abuse. This failure has the potential to affect all 58 residents residing in the facility. Findings include: 1. A Review of V30's, Certified Nurse Aide, (CNA), employee required education records began on 12/21/23 at 1:21 PM. V30's Individual Employee Training Record documents V30's hire date was 11/22/22. V30's Individual Employee Training Record did not indicate completion of Abuse training for 11/22/2022 through 12/21/23. 2. A Review of V44's, CNA, employee required education records began on 12/21/23 at 1:21 PM. V44's Individual Employee Training Record documents V44's hire date was 11/29/21. V44's Individual Employee Training Record did not indicate completion of Abuse training for 11/29/2022 through 12/21/23. 3. Review of V60's, CNA, employee required education records began on 12/21/23 at 1:21 PM. V60's Individual Employee Training Record documents V60's hire date was 10/2/18. V60's Individual Employee Training Record did not indicate completion of Abuse training for 10/2/2022 through 12/21/23. 4. Review of V63's, CNA, employee required education records began on 12/21/23 at 1:21 PM. V63's Individual Employee Training Record documents V63's hire date was 10/18/2018. V63's Individual Employee Training Record did not indicate completion of Abuse training for 10/18/2022 through 12/21/23. 5. Review of V64's, CNA, employee required education records began on 12/21/23 at 1:21 PM. V64's Individual hire date was 12/20/22. V64's Individual Employee Training Record did not indicate completion of Abuse training for 12/20/2022 through 12/21/23. 6. Review of V10's, CNA, employee required education records began on 12/21/23 at 1:21 PM. V10's Individual hire date was 12/21/22. V10's Individual Employee Training Record did not indicate completion of Abuse training for 12/21/2022 through 12/21/23. On 12/21/2023 at approximate 1:21 PM, V2 (Director of Nursing) stated the Individual Employee Training Record is where the documentation of the required 12 hour education for abuse would be for each employee. On 12/29/2023 at 9:07 AM, V1 stated she expects the staff have all required in-services and education. The Abuse Policy, dated 11/28/2019, documents new employee orientation shall include training on abuse and neglect prohibition. It also documents at least annually, the facility will in-service on Abuse Prohibition, including reporting obligations of the employees. The Long Term Care Facility Application For Medicare and Medicaid (CMS-671), dated 12/18/23, documents 58 residents reside in the facility.
Jun 2023 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

Notification of Changes (Tag F0580)

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 notify the Physician of medications that were not admi...

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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 notify the Physician of medications that were not administered in 2 of 6 residents (R2, R6) reviewed for Physician notification in the sample of 6. Findings include: 1. On 6/16/23 at 1:25 PM, R6 stated, sometimes they give her medicine to her at night and sometimes they don't. Stated, she doesn't remember the exact dates, but she told the staff in resident council that she wasn't getting her medications at night. The resident Council Minutes, undated, document R6 had her pills put on her table while she was asleep, they spilled during the night, and she did not get her medications. R6's Face Sheet, undated, documents, R6 has a diagnosis of End Stage Renal Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, Anxiety, Anemia, Pain, Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Respiratory Failure. R6's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], document R6 is cognitively intact. R6's Care Plan, dated 8/16/19, documents, the following: R6 has Diabetes and to administer insulin as order; R6 has anxiety, depression, insomnia and to administer buspirone 15 milligrams (mg) 3 times daily as ordered. R6's Physician Order Sheets, (POS), documents the following orders: 6/11/21 - Aspirin 81mg daily; 3/31/23 - Buspirone 15mg 3 times daily; 6/11/21 - Lantus 12 units twice daily; 4/29/22 - Montelukast 10mg daily; 3/30/23 - Pantoprazole 40mg daily and 10/26/22 - Renvela 800mg 3 times daily. R6's Medication Administration Record, (MAR), documents, the following: 4/20/23 - Buspirone and Montelukast was not given 10 times and the Pantoprazole was not given 6 times in the month of April; 5/2023 - Aspirin, Lantus and Pantoprazole was not given 7 times, the Buspirone was not given 6 times and the Renvela was not given 14 times in the month of May; 6/2023 - Aspirin, Lantus and Pantoprazole was not given 7 times, Buspirone was not given 2 times and Renvela was not given 9 times in the month of June. R6's Progress Notes were reviewed and there is no documentation, that R6's physician was notified of the medications that were not administered. 2. R2's Face Sheet, undated, documents a diagnosis of Dementia, Hemiparesis/Hemiplegia following a Cerebral Infarction, Severe Protein-Calorie Malnutrition and Anxiety Disorder. R2's MDS, dated [DATE], documents R2 had severe cognitive impairment. R2's Care Plan, dated 4/12/23, documents R2 has chosen to receive hospice care related to failure to thrive. R2's POS, documents the following orders: 6/15/23 - Lorazepam, (Ativan), 0.5mg every 12 hours. R2's MAR, documents the following: Lorazepam was not given 2 times in May 2023 and 2 times in June 2023. R2's Progress Notes were reviewed and there is no documentation that R2's physician was notified of the medications that were not administered. On 6/20/23 at 9:50 AM, V2, Director of Nurses, stated, if a medication is given or not given, it is documented on the MAR. Stated, if a medication is not given the physician should be notified and a progress note should be recorded. The Medication Errors and Drug Reactions policy, dated 2/2004, documents Medication errors and drug reactions must be reported immediately. Call attending Physician. An entry of the incident must be made on the resident clinical 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

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, observation and record review, the facility failed to administer medications as ordered in 2 of 6 residents ...

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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 administer medications as ordered in 2 of 6 residents (R2, R6) reviewed for medications in the sample of 9. Findings include: 1. On 6/16/23 at 1:25 PM, R6 stated, sometimes they give her medicine to her at night and sometimes they don't. Stated, she doesn't remember the exact dates, but she told the staff in Resident Council that she wasn't getting her medications at night. The resident Council Minutes, undated, document R6 had her pills put on her table while she was asleep, they spilled during the night, and she did not get her medications. R6's Face Sheet, undated, documents, R6 has a diagnosis of End Stage Renal Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, Anxiety, Anemia, Pain, Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Respiratory Failure. R6's Minimum Data Set, (MDS), dated [DATE], document, R6 is cognitively intact. R6's Care Plan, dated 8/16/19, documents, the following: R6 has Diabetes and to administer insulin as order; R6 has anxiety, depression, insomnia and to administer buspirone 15 milligrams (mg) 3 times daily as ordered. R6's Physician Order Sheets, (POS), documents the following orders: 6/11/21 - Aspirin 81mg daily; 3/31/23 - Buspirone 15mg 3 times daily; 6/11/21 - Lantus 12 units twice daily; 4/29/22 - Montelukast 10mg daily; 3/30/23 - Pantoprazole 40mg daily and 10/26/22 - Renvela 800mg 3 times daily. R6's Medication Administration Record, (MAR), documents, the following: 4/20/23 - Buspirone and Montelukast was not given 10 times and the Pantoprazole was not given 6 times in the month of April; 5/2023 - Aspirin, Lantus and Pantoprazole was not given 7 times, the buspirone was not given 6 times and the Renvela was not given 14 times in the month of May; 6/2023 - Aspirin, Lantus and Pantoprazole was not given 7 times, Buspirone was not given 2 times and Renvela was not given 9 times in the month of June. 2. R2's Face Sheet, undated, documents, a diagnosis of Dementia, Hemiparesis/Hemiplegia following a Cerebral Infarction, Severe Protein-Calorie Malnutrition and Anxiety Disorder. R2's MDS, dated [DATE], documents, R2 had severe cognitive impairment. R2's Care Plan, dated 4/12/23, documents, R2 has chosen to receive hospice care related to failure to thrive. R2's POS, documents the following orders: 6/15/23 - Lorazepam (Ativan) 0.5mg every 12 hours. R2's MAR, documents the following: Lorazepam was not given 2 times in May 2023 and 2 times in June 2023. On 6/20/23 at 9:50 AM, V2, Director of Nurses, stated, if a medication is given or not given, it is documented on the MAR. Stated, if a medication is not given the physician should be notified and a progress note should be recorded. The Medication Administration policy, dated 11/2011, documents all medications must be administered to the resident in the manner and method prescribed by the Physician.
Nov 2022 7 deficiencies 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G)

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to provide timely treatment of a fall with suspected fracture for 2 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 provide timely treatment of a fall with suspected fracture for 2 of 12 residents (R32, R151) in a sample of 33. This resulted in R32 going 2 days without treatment of her fractured elbow and R151 not receiving a timely Xray for a right wrist fracture. Findings include: 1. R32's diagnoses include Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture, Pain in right elbow, unspecified fracture of shaft of right ulna, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing, multiple fractures of pelvis with stable disruption of pelvic ring, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing. R32's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documents a Brief interview of mental status as a 14 which indicates R32 is cognitively intact. R32's MDS also documents R32 as limited assist of one staff member with transfers, bed mobility, walking, dressing, toilet use and hygiene. R32's Progress Note dated 7/22/2022 at 6:03 PM written by V17, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) documents This nurse and another staff member heard resident yelling help. Upon entering the room, resident was observed in floor in the bathroom doorway. She way laying on her right side. This nurse asked resident what she was doing at the time of the fall. She stated, She peed on the floor, so I put paper towels over it and was trying to step over them and I lost my balance. Resident c/o (complained of) pain in her right foot and right elbow. She stated, 'I hit my head real hard.' Neuros WNL (within normal limits) ROM (range of motion) X4 with some pain in [NAME] (upper right extremity). 3.75 cm (centimeter) X 2.5cm skin tear to right elbow. Cleansed with soap and water. 6 steri strips applied. Open to air. Resident c/o pain in right elbow. Right elbow has bruising and swelling. Educated resident on asking for help and using her call light when she needs assistance. Resident understood. MD (medical doctor) made aware. POA (Power of Attorney) called but was busy and was not able to leave a message. Will continue to monitor. R32's progress notes dated 7/22/2022 11:21 PM written by V16, Registered Nurse (RN) documents Resident continues to complain of pain to right elbow. Swelling continues with bruising. Skin tear has been bleeding a small amount at times, dressing applied. Response pending from MD. Elbow elevated on pillow and encouraged not to bend or move it to much at the elbow. Continues on routine Tylenol. Reminded to ask for assistance with all transfers. Will continue to monitor. R32's Progress Note, dated 7/23/2022 6:03 AM written by V16 documents Orders received for x-ray of right elbow to be done this morning. Immobilize elbow and monitor. Orders carried out and Bio tech x-ray notified. R32's Progress Note dated 7/23/2022 at 3:35 PM written by V11, LPN, documents Dressing to rt (right) elbow changed due to bleeding. (Xray company) here this afternoon to obtain x-ray of arm. R32's Mobile X-ray company faxed results to the facility, dated 7/23/22 at 6:09 PM, documented Acute avulsed (small chunk of bone attached to a tendon or ligament gets pulled away from the main part of the bone) fracture proximal ulna (olecranon process). Avulsed fragments vs osteophytes radial head and lateral condyle of humerus. Soft tissue swelling seen around elbow joint. R32's Progress Note, dated 7/23/200 9:12 PM documents Tear to right elbow. Right arm is immobilized and elevated on pillows for comfort. Does complain of pain continues on routine Tylenol. X-ray results still pending. Lung sounds remains diminished in bilateral lower bases. Continues to have a non productive dry cough. Sitting up in recliner for pain relief. She is using the stand aid to help with transfers. Will continue to monitor. This Note did not document R32's physician was notified of the x-ray results. R32's Event Report, dated 7/23/2022, includes documentation of pain assessment of right elbow and foot at an 8 on a scale of 1-10. this also documents location of injury to right elbow including bruising, bump, swelling and Range of motion painful/limited to upper extremity. R32's Progress Note, dated 7/24/22 at 10:10 AM documents (X-ray company) x-ray results received impression: acute avulsed fracture proximal ulna (olecranon process), avulsed fragments vs osteophytes radial head and lateral condyle of humerus and soft tissue swelling seen around elbow joint. On call (Nurse Practitioner) made aware and stated to immobilize arm, and to follow with ortho tomorrow 7/25/22. On 11/16/2022 at 2:30 PM V1, Administrator, states she expects her staff to provide prompt care when residents area experiencing a pain and swelling with limited ROM. V1 stated she expected staff to call the doctor after hours instead of faxing. V1 stated that V17 is no longer employed due to issues such as this occurrence. On 11/17/2022 at 8:40 AM V16 stated that V17 had faxed the doctor instead of calling the doctor about R32's fall. V16 stated she called the on called doctor and he returned the call around 4am and gave orders to have an Xray of R32's elbow to be completed in the morning. V16 stated that she called the portable Xray company to see if they could do the Xray because it was the weekend. R32's Progress Note, dated 7/25/2022 signed by Orthopedic doctor documenting: non-weight bearing (NWB) right upper extremity (RUE), encourage Range of motion (ROM) elbow flexion, and sling for comfort. R32's Physician services Note, dated 7/25/2033 documents that contains chief complaint right elbow fracture date of injury 7/23/2022. This document also includes documentation stating On July 23, 2022, patient was in the bathroom when she fell backwards and sustaining a direct impact injury onto her right elbow. She immediate pain in her elbow as well as 2 large skin tears. The Note documents Present clinical examination and imaging are consistent with a left olecranon fracture with displacement and intra articular extension. The family understands that the patient would need surgery to reestablish the extensor mechanism of her elbow, without surgery she will not be able to push up from a chair or pressed down on a walker. R32 stated on 11/15/2022 at 11:00 AM that she had fallen in the bathroom and broke her elbow a few months ago on a weekend and went to the orthopedic doctor on Monday. Policy titled Emergency Care policy Procedure documents immediate care of the resident for falls, check for any apparent dislocation or possible fracture. if signs of this are noted, stabilize resident until ambulance arrives. his document also states care of possible Fractures-transport to hospital. 2. R151's Nurse's Note, dated 10/28/2022 on 3:55 PM, documents, Resident has been attempting to exit memory lane doors this shift. She has been taken for walks and has participated with activities with staff this afternoon. At this time resident was being redirected away from doors by CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) when laundry staff came through the doors resident turned around and lost her balance falling to the floor hitting her Rt (right) eyebrow on the handrail. Resident has a small laceration with a hematoma noted on Rt elbow bleeding stopped area cleansed and dry drsg (dressing) applied. Resident continues to c/o (complaint) of Rt (right) wrist pain MD (medical doctor) informed with orders rec'd (received) for portable 3 view Rt wrist X-ray. Test ordered from biotech at this time. R151's Nurse's Note, dated 10/29/2022 at 12:00 AM, documents, Resident had been sitting in chair in room, stating she can't walk because her right wrist hurt. Resident was able to walk without difficulty to bathroom with stand by assist. Resident continues with hematoma and bruising to right eyebrow line and eye. Small amount of blood noted at times after resident rubs area. PRN (as needed) Tylenol given for pain. Resident does move right wrist noted it hurts when she tries to grip items or lift items with hand. Currently resting quietly in bed. R151's Nurse's Note, dated 10/29/2022 at 10:00 AM, documents, This nurse confirmed x-ray order with (X-ray Company) and representative stated they did not have a tech (technician) for our area today and they would not be able to come to facility. Notified Nurse Practitioner and order was given to send by ambulance to ED (Emergency Department)/resident refusing to ambulate & c/o (complaint of) pain when attempting to use or grasp anything with right hand. R151's Nurse's Note, dated 10/29/2022 at 12:17 PM, documents, Nurse ED notified facility that resident would be returning with ortho (orthopedic) cast/fracture/right wrist. DON notified & stated she would notify administrator. R151's Hospital Disposition, dated 10/29/22, documents, Discharge DX (diagnosis). Closed fracture of distal end of right radius. On 11/16/22 at 12:08 PM, V19, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), stated, She (151) had been at the doors banging on them to get out. The CNA got her redirected and walking away from the doors. Then staff tell me that she has fallen. When I got there, she was on her bottom, sitting up against the wall. She did not complain of pain at all. I assessed her and got her back to her room. Once back in the room she complained of pain of the wrist. There was no swelling or bruising. She continued to complain of wrist pain but no hip pain. Her leg did not have any rotation or shortening. I ordered a STAT (immediately) wrist X-ray. I did not realize that the X-ray had not been done because I was off for a bit after the shift on 10/28/22. If (the mobile X-ray company) had not come for me in a timely manner, I would have called the company and found out what is going on and if they couldn't come, I would have called the doctor and gotten an order to send her to the Emergency Room. On 11/16/22 at 3:45 PM, V14, LPN, stated, I took care of her (R151) after her first fall (10/29/22). I realized that (X-ray company) did not come for her wrist, I called them, and they said that they did not have a technician available. I called the doctor and got an order to send her to the ER (Emergency Room). When I called report to the ER, I told them she was having pain in her wrist and pain with standing. I was not sure if the difficulty with standing was from her wrist because she would use it to pull up or if it was her hip. The hospital just did a wrist X-ray not a hip X-ray. She just held her wrist and complained of pain. She didn't complain of hip pain for me. R151's Face Sheet, undated, documents that R151 was admitted on [DATE] and has diagnoses of Alzheimer's Disease and Fracture Carpal Bone of right wrist. R151's MDS, dated [DATE] documents R151 is severely cognitively impaired. On 11/21/22 at 11:30 AM, V1, Administrator, stated that she expects X-rays to be done timely and if not to call the doctor and get and order to send the resident out to the hospital.
CONCERN (D)

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

Unnecessary Medications (Tag F0759)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to administer medications as ordered. There were 28 opportunities with 2 errors resulting in a 7.14% medication error rate. The e...

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Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to administer medications as ordered. There were 28 opportunities with 2 errors resulting in a 7.14% medication error rate. The errors involved one resident (R3) in the sample of 17 residents observed during medication administration. Findings include: 1. On 11/16/2022 at11:25 AM, V14, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) was administering medications for R3. V14 removed a plastic neb vial out of drawer on med cart. Surveyor requested box with order on it, V14 stated not one just laying in drawer by his stuff. V14 then entered medication storage room and attempted to access convenience box medication. V14 was unable to access the convenience box. V14 stated I will get it later. V14 then popped clonazepam, 0.5 milligrams (mg), Gabapentin 300 mg, and Hydrocodone 5/325 mg out of medication card and placed in medication cup. V14 handed medication cup to R3. R3 dropped the Gabapentin 300 mg from medication cup into the front of his shorts. V14 removed medication from R3's shorts and wasted medication. V14 did not administer R3 Gabapentin 300 mg. R3's Medication Administration Record (MAR) dated 11/1/2022 through 11/16/22 documents that R3 is prescribed Gabapentin 300 mg three times a day for generalized idiopathic epilepsy. R3's MAR documents on 11/16/2022 11:00am-1:00PM not administered; dropped on the floor. R3's MAR dated 11/16/2022 documents DuoNeb (ipratropium-albuterol solution for nebulization; 0.5miiligram (MG)-3mg (2.5mg base) /3 milliliters (ML)administer1 via inhalation. R3's MAR documents R3 has a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. On 11/17/22 at 01:19 PM, V1, Administrator stated she would have expected the nurse to provide medication as ordered, and after wasting dropped dose. The facility policy Medication Administration dated revised 02/04 documents #6 all medications must be administered to the resident in the manner and method as prescribed by the physician.
CONCERN (D)

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

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

A. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to disinfect a multi-use blood glucose machine in between residents' and perform hand hygiene and glove changes to prevent the...

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A. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to disinfect a multi-use blood glucose machine in between residents' and perform hand hygiene and glove changes to prevent the spread of potential infection for 7 of 10 residents (R3, R4, R20, R21, R30, R36) reviewed for infection control in the sample of 33. B. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to implement a water policy and procedure to prevent water borne illness including Legionella Disease. This has the potential to affect all 48 residents living in the facility. A. Findings include: 1. On 10/14/22 at 10:43 AM, V10, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) entered R20's room and obtained a blood glucose level of 252. When finished she returned to the medication cart and obtained a Micro-Kill Germicidal Alcohol cleansing wipe and placed it down on the cart, V10 then placed the blood glucose machine on top of the wipe and then placed a new cloth over it. V10 failed to cleanse the machine. V10 removed her gloves and failed to sanitize her hands. At 10:45 AM, V10 obtained a blood glucose machine that was on the medication covered with a Micro-Kill cloth. V10 went to R36's room and obtained a blood sugar of 143. V10 exited the room and placed a Micro-Kill cloth on her medication cart, placed the blood glucose machine on top of the cloth, and then placed a Micro-Kill wipe over the machine. V10 did not cleanse the machine. At 10:46 AM, V10 took the blood glucose machine that she had used on R20, and she entered R21's room and obtained a blood glucose level on R21 of 303. V10 returned to her medication cart, obtained a Micro-Kill wipe placed it on the medication cart, placed the blood glucose machine on the cloth then placed another on top of the machine. On 10/14/22 at 3:00 PM, V2, Director of Nurse, stated that The blood glucose machine should be scrubbed for one minute to be clean. The facility provided undated list documents R20, R21, and R36 are the residents that receive blood glucose checks on the 100-hall. The Medline Micro-Kill One Germicidal Alcohol wipes label, documents, Cleaning procedure: Blood and other body fluids must be thoroughly cleaned from surfaces and objects before application of Medline Micro-Kill One Germicidal Alcohol wipes. Contact time: Allow surface to remain wet for 1 full minute. 2. On 11/16/2022 at 11:30AM, V14, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) did not sanitize hands prior to medication administration. V14 popped Gabapentin out of the medication card into her hand and then put in the medication cup and handed to R3. On 11/16/2022 at 11:45 AM during medication administration V14 did not sanitize hands prior to donning gloves. V14 then administered one drop (gtt) to R30's right eye. V14 then removed gloves and sanitized hands with hand sanitizer. 3. On 11/15/2022 at 1:30 PM, during incontinent care V22, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) donned gloves and did not sanitize hands prior to donning gloves. V5, CNA placed gait belt around R4's waist V5 donned gloves and did not sanitize hands prior to donning gloves. The facility policy Perineal Care dated revised 6/17 documents #3 wash hands and put on disposable gloves. #7 remove gloves and wash your hands Finding include: B. On 11/16/22 at 1:27 PM, when questioned regarding a water management program to minimize the risk of Legionella, V15, Maintenance Director, stated, I don't do anything specific related to Legionella disease. He further stated that he does not do any type of water tests / water management plan. On 11/16/22 at 1:45 PM, V15, stated, I just found a policy on Legionnaires' disease and Water Management. V15 further stated, I just took over this job 2 months ago. V15 was questioned if the facility had put the procedures outlined in the facility policy into place and V15 stated, I do not think so. On 11/17/22 at 12:20 PM, V1, Administrator, stated, I have a water company that has come in and handles the water for Legionella disease. (V15) did not know I had this, here is the paperwork. The paperwork was reviewed. The paperwork was an outline of a plan that V15 needed to put into place. On 11/17/22 at 1:30 PM, V1, was questioned if V15 had put the plan the water company had outlined into place, V1 stated that she does not believe so. The policy Legionnaires' Disease and Water, dated 8/21, documents, It is the policy of the facility to reduce the risk of growth and spread of Legionella Infections and other opportunistic pathogens in the facility water systems. Prevention: The key to preventing Legionnaires' disease is maintenance of the water systems in which Legionella may grow. It continues, CDC (Center for Disease Control) encourages all building owners, and especially those in healthcare facilities, to develop comprehensive water management programs to reduce the risk of Legionella growth and spread. The Resident Census and Conditions of Residents, CMS 672, dated 11/14/22, documents that facility has 48 residents living in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0761 (Tag F0761)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to label medications including insulin pens and Tubersol ...

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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 label medications including insulin pens and Tubersol vials when opened per standards of practice and failed to ensure only medications are kept in medication refrigerators. This has the potential to affect all 48 residents living in the facility. Finding include: 1. On 11/21/22 at 10:44 AM, the main nursing station medication room was observed with V24 Registered Nurse (RN). The medication refrigerator had 2 bottles of breast milk and a Tubersol (Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative) vial that was almost empty. The vial failed to have a date on it. On 11/21/22 at 10:44 AM, V24, stated that the breast milk was hers. On 11/21/22 at 11:30 AM, V1, Administrator, stated that breast milk should not be kept in the medication refrigerator. The Tubersol insert, undated, documents, A vial of Tubersol which has been entered and in use for 30 days should be discarded. 2. On 11/14/22 at 11:30 AM, V10, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) went to give R37 4 units of Lispro using R37's insulin pen. The pen was opened, and it was not dated as to when it was opened. The prescription was rubbed, and you could not read the dispensed date. In the medication cart, R37 had a vial of Lispro that had been opened it and it did not have a date on it. R37's Face Sheet, undated, documents that R37 was admitted on [DATE] and has a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes. R37's November 2022 Physician Orders documents, Insulin Lispro solution; 100 units/milliliter amount; per sliding scale. Before meals and at bedtime. The Lispro injection patient Information Sheet, undated, documents, Throw away on opened vial after 28 days of use, even if there is insulin left in the vial. On 11/17/22 at 2:00 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, (DON), stated that medication vials and insulin pens should be dated when they are opened. The Resident Census and Conditions of Residents, CMS 672, dated 11/14/22, documents that facility has 48 residents living in the facility.
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 observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to store food in storage container to prevent contamination, maintain a clean kitchen, label outside food with a name and a date,...

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Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to store food in storage container to prevent contamination, maintain a clean kitchen, label outside food with a name and a date, wash hands upon entering the kitchen and maintain an air gap for an ice machine to prevent the contamination and prevent food borne illness. This has the potential to affect all the 48 residents living in the facility. Findings include: 1.On 11/15/22 at 11:57 AM, V6, Cook, entered the kitchen. V6 went to the steam table and began to serve the noon meal. V6 failed to wash his hands before serving the meal. The Hand Washing Procedure, dated 8/19, documents, When to wash hands: Every time you enter the kitchen or satellite pantry. 2. On 11/15/22 at 11:45 AM the kitchen was observed. There was a metal knife block that holds 7 knives. The top of the block where the knives are inserted was layered in food crumbs. There is a plastic container of dry milk observed with a plastic cup in the dry mix. 3. On 11/15/22 at 12:37 PM, the nourishment room was observed. There is a half drank McDonald's milkshake/ coffee in the refrigerator with no name or date on it. 4. On 11/15/22 at 12:42 PM, the Memory Unit refrigerator was observed. There was a half drank Snapple with no name on it. There was a half drank bottle of water with no name on it. There was a 46-ounce jar of applesauce that was opened that was not labeled with an opened date. There was no thermometer in this refrigerator. In the cabinet on the Memory unit there was a bag of rice krispies and a bag of chips that were not in an air-tight container with packaging just folded down. On 11/15/22 at 12:00 PM, V23, Dietary Manager, stated that there should not be any cups in bulk dry goods, all brought in food for residents should have their name on it and it should be dated, all refrigerators should have a thermometer in them to check the temperature, a bulk dry goods should be in a sealed container, all employees should wash their hands when they enter the kitchen, no employee food should be in the nourishment refrigerators and that the kitchen should be kept clean. The policy Storage of food brought to residents by visitors and volunteer organizations, dated 11/16, documents, 2. Foods that require refrigeration or freezing such as yogurt, ice cream, frozen entrees, restaurant leftovers, etc., brought in from outside will be labeled with the resident's name and the current date. The items will be kept in the refrigerator or freezer of the dining room satellite pantry or nursing nourishment room. Food must be in original package or sealed container. Staff will designate an area for resident's food in the refrigerator or freezer. staff will monitor resident's food and dispose of food that shows signs of spoilage or food that is older than 7 days from the date item was brought to the facility. The Sanitation and Safety Policy, dated 9/10, documents, It is the policy of the facility to provide residents with foods that are safe, wholesome, prepared and served under standard sanitary conditions. The policy Purchasing, Receiving and Food Storage, dated 9/10, documents, Food not subject to further washing cooking before being served shall be stored in a way that protects it against contamination. 5. On 11/15/22 at 1:17 PM, the main dining room ice machine was observed. The ice machine drainpipe went directly into a PVC pipe that goes into the drain with no air gap. With no air gap, if the facility had a sewer back up the wastewater would enter the ice machine drainpipe. On 11/16/22 at 2:30 PM, V15, Maintenance Director, stated that he was not aware that the ice machine was that way. The Resident Census and Conditions of Residents, CMS 672, dated 11/14/22, documents that facility has 48 residents living in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0868 (Tag F0868)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview and record review the facility failed to conduct Quality Assessment and Assurance meetings at least quarterly and failed to have an infection preventionist on the committee. This fa...

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Based on interview and record review the facility failed to conduct Quality Assessment and Assurance meetings at least quarterly and failed to have an infection preventionist on the committee. This failure has the potential to affect all the 48 residents living in this facility. Findings include: On 11/16/22 at 1:00 PM, V1, Administrator, stated the facility has not conducted a quarterly Quality Assurance meeting in the last year. V1 stated I have no sign in sheets of who attended because we did not meet. V1 stated that they do not have an agenda for Quality Assurance meetings because they haven't had a meeting in over a year. On 11/16/2022 at 2:30 PM V2, Director of Nursing, confirmed the facility has not had a Quality Assurance Quarterly meeting. On 11/14/22 at 9:30 AM V1 stated they do not have an infection preventionist. On 11/16/22 at 2:00 PM V2 stated that the facility does not have an infection preventionist. V2 stated the facility is trying to hire one but currently do not have one. Facility policy titled Quality Assurance Performance Improvement, revised 6/1/22, documents A QAA (Quality Assessment and Assurance) committee shall be developed and meet on a quarterly basis and the facility will track medical errors and adverse resident events, analyze their causes and implement preventative actions needed. The Policy documents 2. A QAA committee shall meet on a quarterly basis. Members shall include but are not limited to those listed above. The Policy documents the Infection Preventionist is staff who is involved in QAA. The Resident Census and Condition s of residents, CMS 672, dated 11/14/2022 documents that the facility has 48 residents living in the facility.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0882 (Tag F0882)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to employ a Certified Infection Preventionist. This failure has the ability to affect all 48 residents living in the facility. Findings includ...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to employ a Certified Infection Preventionist. This failure has the ability to affect all 48 residents living in the facility. Findings include: On 11/14/22 at 9:30 AM V1, Administrator stated the facility does not have an infection preventionist. On 11/17/22 at 1:43 PM, V2, Director of Nursing, DON, stated that the facility does not have an Infection Preventionist. V2 stated We are trying to fill the position. The policy Infection Control, dated 12/17/19, documents, Infection Control Committee Members. 1. Administrator 2. Director of Nurses 3. Infection Preventionist - designated coordinator of the Infection Prevention Control Program. The Resident Census and Conditions of Residents, CMS 672, dated 11/14/22, documents that facility has 48 residents living in the facility.
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?"
  • "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, 1 life-threatening violation(s), 4 harm violation(s), $251,493 in fines, Payment denial on record. Review inspection reports carefully.
  • • 43 deficiencies on record, including 1 critical (life-threatening) violation. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
  • • $251,493 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 Pittsfield Manor's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns PITTSFIELD MANOR 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 Pittsfield Manor Staffed?

CMS rates PITTSFIELD MANOR's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 54%, compared to the Illinois average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 60%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.

What Have Inspectors Found at Pittsfield Manor?

State health inspectors documented 43 deficiencies at PITTSFIELD MANOR during 2022 to 2024. These included: 1 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death), 4 that caused actual resident harm, and 38 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.

Who Owns and Operates Pittsfield Manor?

PITTSFIELD MANOR 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 UNLIMITED DEVELOPMENT, INC., a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 89 certified beds and approximately 78 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in PITTSFIELD, Illinois.

How Does Pittsfield Manor Compare to Other Illinois Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Illinois, PITTSFIELD MANOR's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 2.5, staff turnover (54%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Pittsfield Manor?

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?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the substantiated abuse finding on record.

Is Pittsfield Manor Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, PITTSFIELD MANOR 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 1 Immediate Jeopardy citation (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 Pittsfield Manor Stick Around?

PITTSFIELD MANOR has a staff turnover rate of 54%, which is 7 percentage points above the Illinois average of 46%. Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.

Was Pittsfield Manor Ever Fined?

PITTSFIELD MANOR has been fined $251,493 across 4 penalty actions. This is 7.1x the Illinois average of $35,594. 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 Pittsfield Manor on Any Federal Watch List?

PITTSFIELD MANOR 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.