Solon Nursing Care Center

523 E Fifth Street, Solon, IA 52333 (319) 624-3492
For profit - Corporation 96 Beds Independent Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
60/100
#148 of 392 in IA
Last Inspection: July 2025

Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.

Overview

Solon Nursing Care Center has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it is slightly above average but not outstanding. It ranks #148 out of 392 nursing homes in Iowa, placing it in the top half of facilities statewide, and #4 out of 7 in Johnson County, meaning only three local options are better. The facility is showing improvement, as it has reduced issues from one in 2024 to none in 2025. Staffing is rated 4 out of 5 stars, which is good, but the turnover rate is average at 48%. However, the facility has concerning fines totaling $46,257, which is higher than 79% of Iowa facilities, suggesting potential compliance problems. In terms of RN coverage, it is average, which means they have a standard level of registered nurse presence. There have been serious incidents reported, including a failure to supervise a resident, leading to a fall with a major injury, and another incident where a resident developed a serious pressure ulcer due to inadequate care. Additionally, the facility has not effectively monitored safety measures for residents at risk of wandering. While there are strengths such as good staffing ratings, these serious incidents highlight areas needing improvement.

Trust Score
C+
60/100
In Iowa
#148/392
Top 37%
Safety Record
Moderate
Needs review
Inspections
Getting Better
1 → 0 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
48% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
⚠ Watch
$46,257 in fines. Higher than 79% of Iowa facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
Skilled Nurses
○ Average
Each resident gets 32 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Iowa. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
Violations
⚠ Watch
16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★★★★☆
4.0
Overall Rating
★★★★☆
4.0
Staff Levels
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Care Quality
★★★★☆
4.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2024: 1 issues
2025: 0 issues

The Good

  • 4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.

The Bad

Staff Turnover: 48%

Near Iowa avg (46%)

Higher turnover may affect care consistency

Federal Fines: $46,257

Above median ($33,413)

Moderate penalties - review what triggered them

The Ugly 16 deficiencies on record

2 actual harm
Apr 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, clinical record review, facility investigation report, and staff interviews, the facility failed to superv...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, facility investigation report, and staff interviews, the facility failed to supervise one of four residents reviewed in order to prevent a fall with major injury (Resident #2). The facility reported a census of 67 residents. Findings include: The MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 10/19/2023 revealed Resident #2 had moderately impaired cognitive abilities, required moderate assistance to transfer from one surface to another, use the toilet, and dress. The resident required supervision with eating, had urinary and bowel incontinence, and a fall resulting in a fracture. The MDS reported the resident had diagnoses including stroke, coronary artery disease, hypertension, dementia, and repeated falls. The MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #2 had moderate cognitive impairment, required extensive assistance of one staff for transfers and ambulation, unsteady balance, and had two falls without injury. The Care Plan identified the resident had a risk for falls due to impaired cognition initiated on 11/12/2022 and updated. The Care Plan instructed staff to provide stand and pivot transfer assistance with two staff and the use of a gait belt. Fall interventions included: green pool noodle behind the pummel cushion in chair to prevent cushion from moving, keep tray table within reach of resident at all times, encourage resident to lay in bed at night, Velcro remote to stand beside chair, medication reviews, gripper socks, lipped mattress, moved to assisted dining table, low bed, non skid strips in front of chair, restorative program, and staff education. The Fall Risk assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #2 had a high fall risk. A nursing Progress Note dated 10/9/2023 at 6:28 P.M. included: Patient was yelling in her room for help, and observed patient lying on the floor in supine position (on her back), near the roommate's bed. Patient was bleeding from her forehead, nose and mouth. A 7 x 2 cm (centimeter) injury noted and bleeding, covering the face. Patient stated: I was taking myself to check my closet, and go to the bathroom and I felt dizzy, and lost balance and went down. Staff called 911 and patient taken to UIHC ER (University of Iowa Health Care Emergency Room) for further evaluation. A Progress Note dated 10/04/2023 at 5:00 A.M. included: Resident observed on the floor next to the bathroom door, laying on her left side on 10/4/23 at 5:00 A.M. Range of Motion within normal limits, moves all extremities without pain and discomfort. Resident is alert and oriented to self per baseline. Resident failed to use the call light to call for help. Call light and personal belonging are within reach. A Progress Note dated 10/03/2023 2:00 A.M. included: Resident observed on the floor laying on her left side at 10/3/23 at 2:00 A.M. Resident reported I climbed off the recliner to see what's happening out there. Resident is alert and oriented to self, reported no pain, able to communicate needs but did not use the call light to call for help. Range of Motion within normal limits, and moved all extremities without pain. Observation on 3/26/2024 at 9:15 A.M. revealed the resident in her room, in the recliner with the foot rest up. The alert resident watched television, had call light available and had no signs of bruises or injury, and wore gripper socks. The resident appeared restless, concerned with dirt in her recliner. At 11:30 A.M., two staff transferred the resident from the recliner to the wheel chair and transported her to the dining room. The resident refused to use the bathroom. On 4/1/2024 at 10:20 A.M. the resident rested in the recliner, covered with a blanket, had eyes shut and restless legs. At noon, the resident sat at the assisted dining room table with staff present. She stated she did not want to eat the food on her plate and waited for a peanut butter sandwich. At 12:25 P.M., observation revealed the resident ate 100% of her sandwich. She remained alert and verbal with staff. The Resident's UIHC History and Physical report dated 10/10/2023 included: The resident admitted on [DATE] and patient states she fell while going to the restroom to get her walker. Assessment: fall with frontal scalp hematoma, multiple fractures face bones, nausea likely due to pain. Right 5th metacarpal (finger) fracture. Recommend resident return to care facility when medically appropriate with hospice services. Findings: no acute intracranial (within the skull) findings, right inferior wall frontal lobe hematoma extending inferiorly along the nasal bridge, comminuted right nasal bone fracture, left nasal bone fracture, fracture of the right frontal process of the maxilla (jaw bone), fracture of the zygomatic arch (bone beneath the eye), likely fracture anterior nasal septum. The Resident's fall history revealed she had 15 falls from 6/30/2023 - 11/26/2024. The fall on 10/9/2024 resulted in a major injury. The facility Post Fall/Incident assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #2 fell in her room at 5:20 P.M. Staff found the resident laying supine with a 7 cm. (Centimeter) by 2 cm. forehead laceration. The resident reported she attempted to go to the closet and then the bathroom, felt dizzy and fell The resident yelled from her room for help. Staff E, RN (Registered Nurse) went in and observed her lying on the floor near the roommate's bed. Patient was bleeding from her forehead, nose and mouth. Staff called 911 for help and the resident transferred to the emergency room for evaluation. The facility Device Activity Report dated 10/9/2023 revealed room [ROOM NUMBER]'s call light was activated from 4:57 P.M. until 5:27 P.M. The facility investigation revealed the resident activated her call light at 4:57 P.M. and was shut off at 5:27 P.M. Cameras revealed Staff E, RN stood in the middle of the hallway directly in front of the call light board from 4:30 P.M. until the resident called out for help shortly before 5:30 P.M. Staff E reported during that time, he checked his MAR (Medication Administration Records) to be sure medications were signed off. He heard someone yelling for help, entered room [ROOM NUMBER], and saw Resident #2 on the floor with copious amounts of blood coming from a forehead laceration, and her nose and mouth. Staff E reported he forgot to check the call light board, and blamed the CNA's (Certified Nurse's Aides) for not getting her out to dinner by that time. On 4/1/2024 at approximately 2 o'clock P.M., Staff A, Administrator reported the facility used the current call light system for about three years and never really had any issues with it. Staff used pagers in the past and they decided to stop using them because staff either lost them or forgot to charge them. A couple of months ago, they upgraded the call light system, reintroduced wireless pagers for staff to carry that alert them when a call light is on and when a exit door alarms. When Resident #2 fell on October 9, 2023, video footage showed Staff E, RN standing in front of the hall monitor on East hall for 30 minutes and did not respond to the resident's call light. They terminated Staff E because he failed to take his job seriously. Staff F, CNA received a discipline for not working on East hall that evening from 5 - 6 P.M. The resident presented a challenge, you could have your eyes on her one minute and the next, she would fall. The facility tried several interventions such as room change, alarms, and medication changes involving hospice, the medical director and the nurse practitioner. The resident seemed calmer and clearer recently and had no fall since November. The resident prefers to sleep in the recliner and does occasionally use the call light. When the resident first admitted , she ambulated independently, and moved to the first room on East hall for closer supervision due to falls. On 3/26/2024 at 2 P.M., Staff B, DON (Director of Nursing) reported Resident #2 occasionally used the call light and on October 9, 2023, she did put her call light on. Call light records revealed the call light was on for about 30 minutes before staff found her on the floor. The resident said she intended to go to her closet to get something when she fell. The resident had a history of falls and this was the only fall that resulted in a major injury. When she returned from the hospital, she had one on one supervision until 10/24/2023 and then staff checked on her every fifteen minutes until 2/8/2024. Currently staff check on her every hour, and her room is the first on the hall with staff frequently passing by. The resident's room door is kept open so staff can visualize her as they pass by. The fall investigation revealed Staff E stood near the call light monitor in the middle of East hall and failed to respond to her light during the 30 minutes it was on. Two CNA's also worked on East hall and were assisting residents to the dining room during that time. Staff E reported he checked the MARS during that time, and he failed to check the call light monitor. When he heard the call for help, he responded. The call light monitor shows all activated call lights. Currently, staff also carry pagers that are hall specific. Staff F, CNA arrived at 5 o'clock P.M. and was supposed to help out on East from 5-6 P.M. Staff F failed to work on her assigned hall during that hour, leaving one CNA assigned to East hall. The resident graduated from hospice services. On 4/1/2024 at 1:45 P.M., Staff C, CNA reported working on East hall on 10/9/2023 from 2 - 10 P.M. Staff C assisted Resident #2 to the bathroom earlier in her shift, prior to her falling around 5:30 P.M. After the resident fell, Staff C observed the resident on the floor with another staff present. Staff C worked alone on the hall from 5 - 6 P.M., however another staff came at some point and assisted with getting residents to dinner. Staff C worked at getting residents to dinner and had no recall if call lights were on. On 4/1/2024 at 10:35 A.M., Staff D, CNA reported working on 10/9/2024 from 2 - 10 P.M. on [NAME] hall. When Staff D finished assisting residents to dinner, he went to East hall to help. When he walked passed Resident #2's room, he observed her on the floor, bleeding, and near the roommate's bed with Staff E present. Staff D stayed with the resident while Staff E assessed her and called for the ambulance. The fall occurred during the one hour juncture when there was only one staff on East hall. When Resident #2 resided on the end of [NAME] hall, she frequently thought she could self transfer and sustained falls. The resident moved to the first room on East hall for closer supervision. The resident preferred to sleep in the recliner and is able to use the call light. The resident had no recent falls and seemed calmer with no complaint of pain. The resident now required the assistance of two staff for transfers. The facility's new hire Orientation Packet included: Call lights appear on screens in every hall and must be answered in 15 minutes. The facility's Registered Nurse job description and requirements signed by Staff E on 10/26/2022 included: General job summary: The registered nurse assists in the supervision and administration of the quality of nursing care for the facility. The Registered Nurse assists in maintaining a physical, social and psychological environment which will be conducive to the best interest and welfare of the residents. Job Descriptions: Ability to use good judgment in determining the needs of residents. Ability to exercise initiative in resident care, directing the work of subordinates and fulfilling other required duties assigned by the supervisor. Capacity to be supportive of and adaptable to change.
May 2023 8 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

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

Resident Rights (Tag F0550)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to maintain the residents' dig...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to maintain the residents' dignity for two of three residents reviewed. (Residents #11 and #17) The facility reported a census of 62 residents. Findings include: 1. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] identified Resident #11 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) of 12 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented diagnoses to include heart failure, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and unspecified injury of muscles. It also identified the resident to be totally dependent on staff for locomotion on and off the unit and for bathing. During an observation and interview on 5/22/23 at 10:32 AM, as the resident sat up in her wheelchair in her room, she pointed to her bed (which did not have side rails) and reported she is not happy that side rails were removed from her bed as she used to use them to help her out of bed. She stated now she has to hold the window frame to help her get out of bed. She also stated she has to wait long as an hour to get her call light answered and she wets her pants every night. She stated she wakes up every morning soaking wet and is not happy about it. In an interview on 5/24/23 at 9:10 AM, Staff C, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reported staff are made aware when a resident turns on their call light because call lights show up on screens that appear to be a monitors. She stated there is one in each hallway and staff would know when call lights are on if they stand in front of a monitor. The call lights are not audible. In an interview on 5/24/23 at 9:11 AM, Staff D, Registered Nurse (RN) reported Resident #11 did not have side rails on her bed as therapy had been evaluating her to develop a baseline as she is receiving therapy for positioning and strengthening. She also reported staff are made aware when a resident turns on their call light when the computer monitor in each hall makes a sound. She stated the staff should answer them within 10 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 6:00 AM, Staff F, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) reported staff are made aware when a resident turns on their call light when the screen makes a noise. She stated there is one screen per hallway and if the light shows up on the screen and it is red this means it is a bathroom light. She stated staff should answer call lights within 15 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:18 AM, Staff C, LPN reported he did not know why Resident #11 did not have side rails on her bed and could not recall if she had complained to him about it. He also reported staff should answer call lights within 5 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:34 AM, Staff G , CNA reported Resident #11 used to have side rails on her bed. Staff G reported she had been told that state said it would be considered a restraint and they had just removed them the week before state walked in the building. The resident had complained to Staff G about it every day she worked with her. She really wants to use them to help her get in and out of bed. Staff G also reported staff should answer call lights within 5 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:48 AM, Staff A, CNA reported she did not know why Resident #11 did not have side rails on her bed and that the resident complained to her that she would like the side rails to help her sit up in bed. She also reported staff should answer call lights within 3 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 1:48 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) reported she would expect staff to answer call lights as soon as possible. She stated the call lights are not audible. She would expect staff to make rounds hourly to check on the residents and check the monitors. 2. The MDS dated [DATE] identified Resident #17 as cognitively impaired with a BIMS of 7 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented diagnoses to include renal insufficiency, neurogenic bladder and non-Alzheimer's dementia. It also identified the resident required extensive staff assistance with most activities of daily living and had an indwelling urinary catheter. The Care Plan identified Resident #17 with the for need assistance with activities of daily living due to impaired mobility and impaired cognition from encephalopathy, Parkinson's, dementia, and autonomic dysfunction. It did not direct staff to ensure the resident's privacy during provision of personal cares. During an observation of catheter care on 5/23/23 at 9:47 AM, Staff A, CNA and the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), entered the room. Staff A informed the resident of the need to change the catheter bag. The ADON pulled the privacy curtain, however, it did not provide 100% coverage as there was a gap from the end of the curtain to the wall which measured approximately 24 inches. At 9:43 AM, the housekeeping supervisor entered the room and started working on a soap dispenser in the bathroom. The ADON did not tell the housekeeping supervisor to leave the room and return later. Staff A had then pulled down the resident's pants while the housekeeper remained in the bathroom. At 9:57 AM the housekeeping supervisor left the room. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 6:00 AM, Staff F, CNA reported if a non-nursing staff entered the room while giving cares, she would cover up the resident, tell that person she was doing patient cares and if still doesn't leave the room, she would tell her to leave the room In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:07 AM, Staff D, RN reported if a non-nursing staff entered the room while giving cares, she would cover up the resident, and she would have that person leave the room. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:18 AM, Staff C, LPN reported if a non-nursing staff entered the room while giving cares, he would tell that person he is doing cares and to come back later. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:34 AM, Staff G , CNA reported if a non-nursing staff entered the room while giving cares, she would pull the privacy curtain and tell them to leave the room until cares are done. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:48 AM, Staff A, CNA reported if a non-nursing staff entered the room while giving cares, she would tell that person to step out until she was finished with cares. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 1:48 PM, the Director of Nursing reported if a non-nursing staff entered the room while giving cares, she would expect the staff to ask that person to step out. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 7:32 AM, the Administrator reported the facility did not have a policy related to dignity. A review of the Resident's [NAME] of Rights dated as last revised November 2016 revealed in pertinent part: The resident has a right to be treated with respect and dignity, including: the right to reside and receive services in the facility with reasonable accommodation of resident needs and preferences except when to do so would endanger the health or safety of the resident or other residents.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0558 (Tag F0558)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure the resident's call l...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure the resident's call light had been placed within the resident's reach for one of one residents reviewed (Resident #11). The facility reported a census of 62 residents. Findings include: The Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] identified Resident #11 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 12 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented diagnoses to include heart failure, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and unspecified injury of muscles. The MDS documented the resident required minimal assist of one person for bed mobility, transfers, dressing, toileting and hygiene. Observations revealed the resident lying in bed without her call light in reach on the following dates and times: On 5/22/23 at 10:32 AM, as the resident sat up in her wheelchair in her room, the call light was on top of the other nightstand out of her reach. She stated she could scoot up to the call light, but it would not be so easy. On 5/22/23 at 2:10 PM, as the resident sat up in her wheelchair watching TV, the call light remained on top of nightstand out of her reach. On 5/22/23 at 4:44 PM, as the resident slept in her bed, the call light remained out of reach on top of nightstand behind her. On 5/24/23 at 8:52 AM, as the resident laid in bed, the call light was on top of nightstand out of her reach. On 11/28/21 the Care Plan identified the resident with the problem of being at risk for falls due to impaired cognition, impaired mobility, and right rotator cuff injury. The Care Plan directed staff on 9/10/22 to post a sign in her room to remind her to use the call light for needs. The care plan did not address the need to place the call light within her reach. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 6:00 AM, Staff F, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) reported before leaving a resident's room, she should ensure the resident had her call light in reach. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:07 AM, Staff D, Registered Nurse (RN) reported before leaving a resident's room, she should ensure the the call light is in reach. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:18 AM, Staff C, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reported before leaving a resident's room, he would ensure they are comfortable, if their needs are met and make sure the call light is reach. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:34 AM, Staff G , CNA reported before leaving a resident's room, she would make sure the resident is laying properly and the call light is near the resident. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:48 AM, Staff A, CNA reported before leaving a resident's room, she would make sure the call light is in reach. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 1:48 PM, the Director of Nursing stated she would expect staff before leaving a resident's room to make sure the call light is in reach.
CONCERN (D)

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

MDS Data Transmission (Tag F0640)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview, and the MDS 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument Manual (RAI), the facility fail...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview, and the MDS 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument Manual (RAI), the facility failed to complete and transmit a discharge assessment for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #42) reviewed. The facility reported a census of 62 residents. Findings include: The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] for Resident #42 identified a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 11 out of 15 possible points, indicating moderately impaired cognition. The Resident Census for Resident #42 documented the resident admitted to the facility on [DATE] and discharged from the facility on 12/29/22. Review of the clinical record for the resident revealed the discharge MDS assessment was not completed and not transmitted. On 5/24/23 at 9:40 AM the Director of Nursing (DON), verified and acknowledged the discharge assessment was not completed. The DON reported the facility follows the MDS 3.0 RAI guidelines for completing and submitting MDS.
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 clinical record review, staff interviews and facility policy review the facility failed to ensure the accuracy of the Pre admission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) for 1 out of 1 reside...

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Based on clinical record review, staff interviews and facility policy review the facility failed to ensure the accuracy of the Pre admission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) for 1 out of 1 resident reviewed (Resident # 30). The facility reported a census of 62 resident. Findings include: The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment for Resident # 30 dated 3/16/23, listed diagnoses of non-Alzheimer's dementia, and bipolar disorder. The MDS included a Brief Interview for Mental Status score of 13 out of 15 possible points indicating intact cognition. The MDS revealed Resident #30 rejected care 4-6 days in the 7 day look back period of the MDS. The Care Plan for Resident #30 dated 10/31/2022, listed he took psychotropic's (antidepressant, anti-psychotic) related to major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. The Continuity of Care Document from the previous healthcare facility dated 10/20/22, included quetiapine 12.5 milligrams (mg) (anti-psychotic medication). The document revealed the Problem list included a diagnoses of bipolar disorder. The PASRR dated 03/16/21, included diagnoses major depressive disorder (MDD) and listed antidepressant medication. The PASRR failed to include Resident # 30's diagnoses of bipolar disorder and the anti-psychotic medication. On 05/25/23 at 11:10 AM, the Social Service Staff stated, she reviews the PASRR for accuracy before admission. If something is not correct on the PASRR, she will complete a new PASRR. On 05/25/23 at 11:19 AM, the Assistant Director of Nursing, (ADON) report it is the expectation the PASRR are accurate. She denied a policy or procedure directing to ensure PASRR accuracy. On 05/25/23 at 11:45 the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed she expected the PASRR correct.
CONCERN (D)

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

Incontinence Care (Tag F0690)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, staff interviews, and facility record review the facility failed to follow proper...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, staff interviews, and facility record review the facility failed to follow proper infection prevention techniques with indwelling catheters for two of two residents reviewed (Residents #17 and #23). The facility reported a census of 62 residents. Findings include: 1. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] identified Resident #17 as cognitively impaired with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 7 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented the resident had diagnoses to include renal insufficiency, neurogenic bladder and non-Alzheimer's dementia. It also identified the resident required extensive staff assistance with most activities of daily living and had an indwelling urinary catheter. On 8/16/22, the Care Plan identified Resident #17 with the problem of requiring a suprapubic urinary catheter related to neurogenic bladder. The Care Plan directed staff to not allow tubing or any part of the drainage system to touch the floor, store collection bag inside a protective, dignity pouch and use a catheter strap. Observations of Resident #17 included the following: On 5/22/23 at 11:41 AM, as resident sat in his wheelchair outside the main dining room, the Foley tubing was on the floor. On 5/23/23 at 9:38 AM, the resident asleep in bed and the urinary bag had not been placed in a dignity bag and the bottom of the bag touched the floor. On 5/23/23 at 9:47 AM, Staff A, CNA entered the resident room with the ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing). After Staff A pulled down the resident's pants, the resident did not have a thigh strap to prevent the tubing from being pulled. On 5/23/23 at 9:50 AM, after Staff A emptied the urinary bag, she clamped the spigot and placed the bag on the floor with the spigot side on the floor and proceeded to empty the graduate into the toilet. A review of a urine culture collected 2/9/22 revealed greater than 100,000 colony forming units of Proteus Mirabilis. The form included a new order to treat with Bactrim DS one tablet twice daily for seven days. 2. The MDS dated [DATE] identified Resident #23 as severely cognitively impaired with a BIMS of 5 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented diagnoses to include traumatic subdural hemorrhage (stroke), osteoporosis and retention of urine. The MDS documented the resident required extensive staff assistance with dressing, toileting and totally dependent on staff for bathing. It also identified the resident with an indwelling catheter. On 10/14/22, the Care Plan identified Resident #23 with the problem she required an indwelling urinary catheter related to urinary retention and directed staff to position the bag below the level of the bladder, manipulate tubing as little as possible during care, use a catheter strap, and do not allow tubing or any part of the drainage system to touch the floor. Review of the residents clinical record revealed the following: On 3/8/23 at 1:15 PM the urinalysis revealed 3+ protein, 1+ ketones, 3+ blood and 4+ bacteria. Observations of Resident #23 revealed the following: On 5/23/23 at 6:30 AM asleep in bed with the foley (urinary drainage system) tubing on the floor. On 5/23/23 at 6:45 AM assessment unchanged. On 5/23/23 at 7:08 AM assessment unchanged with foley tubing on the floor. No staff observed in hall or near room. On 5/23/23 at 7:20 AM assessment unchanged with foley tubing on the floor. On 5/23/23 at 7:30 AM assessment unchanged with foley tubing on the floor. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 6:00 AM, Staff F, CNA reported before she leaves a resident with an indwelling catheter, she would make sure to never leave the bag or tubing on the floor. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:07 AM, Staff D, RN reported before she leaves a resident with an indwelling catheter, she would make sure make sure it's in place, should be in a dignity bag below bladder level. The tubing should be placed as much as you can in the dignity bag and should not be dragging on the floor. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:18 AM, Staff C, LPN reported before he leaves a resident with an indwelling catheter, make sure it's below bladder level, off the floor and in a privacy bag, make sure the tubing is not kinked. The tubing should not be on the floor. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:34 AM, Staff G , CNA reported before she leaves a resident with an indwelling catheter, she would make sure the bag is in the privacy bag. The catheter bag and tubing should not touch the floor. There should also be a thigh strap on the leg to keep it from pulling and verified Resident #17 did not have one. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:48 AM, Staff A, CNA reported before she leaves a resident with an indwelling catheter, she would make sure it's in the privacy bag and that there is a leg strap for the tube. The bag and tubing should not be touch the floor. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 1:48 PM, DON (Director of Nursing) reported before staff leave a resident with an indwelling catheter, she would expect staff to make sure the bag and tubing is not touching the floor and below bladder level. She would also expect drainage bag to be in a dignity bag. A review of the undated facility policy titled Catheter and Perineal Care for the Catheterized Resident documented it is the policy of the facility to conduct catheter and perineal care for catheterized resident in order to accomplish the following objectives: a. to prevent infections, b. to prevent inflammation and/or facilitate healing of reddened perineal area, c. to enhance the resident's comfort. The policy lacked interventions to direct the staff to prevent infections.
CONCERN (D)

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

Respiratory Care (Tag F0695)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on clinical record review, observations, and staff interviews, the facility failed to provide oxygen according to the physician orders for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for respiratory services (Resi...

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Based on clinical record review, observations, and staff interviews, the facility failed to provide oxygen according to the physician orders for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for respiratory services (Residents #4). The facility reported a census of 62 residents. Findings include: The Minimum Data Set (MDS) for Resident #4 dated 4/13/23 documented a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 6 out of 15 possible points, indicating severely impaired cognition. The MDS identified Resident #4 required oxygen while a resident at the facility. The MDS documented diagnoses to include heart failure, hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis and dependence on supplemental oxygen (O2). The Care Plan revised on 4/19/23 documented Resident #4 to have oxygen as needed. The Care Plan directed staff to follow the doctor orders for liter flow and to provide assistance with the oxygen concentrator and portable oxygen tank. The Physician Order dated 3/2/2023 directed staff to administer oxygen at 2 liters per nasal cannula (NC) as needed for comfort. Review of resident vital sign records for oxygen saturation (oxygen level in the blood) revealed the following documentation: On 5/13/23 at 2:11 a.m.- O2 on at 3 liters. On 5/13/23 at 11:47 p.m.- O2 on at 3 liter. On 5/17/23 at 6:09 p.m- O2 on at 3 liters. On 5/20/23 at 3:35 p.m.- O2 on at 3 liters. On 5/21/23 at 7:06 p.m.- O2 on at 3 liters. On 5/23/23 at 10:20 a.m. observed the resident sitting in her room in a wheelchair with oxygen on at 4 liters per NC. On 5/24/23 at 7:29 a.m. observed the resident sitting in the dining room with oxygen on at 2.5 liters per NC. On 5/24/23 at 10:42 a.m., the Director of Nursing (DON) reported the facility does not have a oxygen policy. The DON reported oxygen was administered per physician orders. On 5/24/23 at 1:19 p.m., the DON stated she would expect staff to follow physician orders for oxygen administration.
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 F0725 (Tag F0725)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The MDS assessment for Resident #55 dated 5/11/23, documented diagnoses to include stroke and weakness. The MDS revealed Resi...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The MDS assessment for Resident #55 dated 5/11/23, documented diagnoses to include stroke and weakness. The MDS revealed Resident #55 scored a BIMS of 12 out of 15 possible points indicating moderate cognitive impairment. The MDS documented the resident required extensive assist of 2 staff for toileting and extensive assist of 1 staff for personal hygiene. The Care Plan for Resident #55 dated 8/2/22 documented she needs assistance with toileting due to impaired mobility from a stroke. The Care Plan listed a goal that she will be kept clean, dry and odor free. The Care Plan also identified the use of a diuretic medication related to fluid volume overload. On 5/22/23 at 1:05 PM, Resident # 55, stated she can wait sometimes for help. She pointed out she has a clock and knows how long it takes them. She revealed at times she can wait up 45 minutes for staff to help her. Review of the Device Activity Report for Resident # 55's room revealed the following: On 5/25/23 the call light on over 15 minutes and over 45 minutes. On 5/24/23 the call light on over 15 minutes 1 time. On 5/23/23 the call light on 2 times over 15 minutes. On 5/21/23 the call light on over 25 minutes. On 5/20/23 the call light on 2 times over 15 minutes. On 5/19/23 the call light on one time over 25 minutes. 3. The MDS assessment for Resident #25 dated 5/4/23, included diagnoses of edema. anemia, and cervical (neck) disc disorder. The MDS documented a BIMS of 15 out of 15 indicating intact cognition. The MDS revealed she needed extensive assist of 1 staff for bed mobility, transfers, dressing and toileting. The Care Plan for Resident #25 dated 8/24/22 documented the need for assistance with toileting due to impaired mobility from deconditioning and coordination deficit. The Care Plan listed a goal that she will be kept clean, dry and odor free. The Care Plan also identified the use of diuretic medication related to her edema (swelling). On 05/22/23 at 4:29 PM, Resident # 25 revealed she waited over an hour for the staff to come help her. She reported she ordered out food and they delivered the food before the staff answered her call light. Resident #25 stated she waits over 15 minutes almost daily. Review of the Device Activity Report for Resident # 25's room revealed the following: On 5/25/23 the call light on over 15 minutes three times. On 5/24/23 the call light on over 15 minutes one time. On 5/23/23 the call light on over 15 minutes six times. On 5/22/23 the call light on over 15 minutes three times In an interview on 5/25/23 at 1:30 PM, the Maintenance Supervisor reported when reading the device activity report which shows how long it took for staff to answer the call light, the rows that show the event locator showed alarm will show how long it took for the call light to be answered. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 7:32 AM, the Administrator reported the facility did not have a policy on call lights. Based on observations, clinical record review, resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to answer resident call lights in a timely manner for three of three residents reviewed (Residents #11, #25 and #55). The facility reported a census of 62 residents. Findings include: 1. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] identified Resident #11 cognitively intact with a BIMS (brief interview for mental status) of 12 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented diagnoses to inclue heart failure, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and unspecified injury of muscles. The MDS documented the resident required limited assitance of one person for transfers, dressing, toileting and hygiene and did not walk. The MDS documented the resident was occasionally incontinent of urine. The Care Plan dated 11/28/21 identified the resident with the problem of being at risk for falls due to impaired cognition, impaired mobility, and right rotator cuff injury and directed staff on 9/10/22, to place a sign in the room to remind resident to use her call light for needs. On 5/22/23 at 10:32 AM, observed the resident up in her wheelchair in her room with a digital clock radio on her nightstand that is highly visible from her bed. She stated she's waited as long as an hour to get her call light answered and she wets her pants every night. She stated she wakes ep every morning soaking wet and is not happy about it. In an interview on 5/24/23 at 9:10 AM, Staff C, Licensed Practical Nurse reported staff are made aware when a resident turns on their call light because the call lights show up on screens. She stated there is one in each hallway and staff would know when call lights are on if they stand in front of a monitor. She stated the call lights are mot audible. In an interview on 5/24/23 at 9:11 AM, Staff D, Registered Nurse stated staff are made aware when a resident turns on their call light when the computer monitor on each hall will make a sound. She stated the staff should answer them within 10 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 6:00 AM, Staff F, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), reported staff are made aware when a resident turns on their call light when the screen on a computer monitor makes a noise. She stated there is one screen per hallway and if the light shows up on the screen and it is red this means it is a bathroom light. She stated staff should answer call lights within 15 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:18 AM, Staff C, LPN reported staff should answer call lights within 5 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:34 AM, Staff G , CNA reported staff should answer call lights within 5 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:48 AM, Staff A, CNA reported staff should answer call lights within 3 minutes. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 1:48 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) reported she would expect staff to answer call as soon as possible. She stated she would expect staff to make rounds hourly to check on the residents and check the monitors. A review of the Device Activity Report (which shows time frame it took for staff to answer call lights) revealed the following: On 5/21/23 at 2:47 PM call light answered after 17 minutes 44 seconds. On 5/21/23 at 6:28 AM call light answered after 47 minutes and 43 seconds. On 5/19/23 at 1:37 PM call light answered after 24 minutes and 43 seconds. On 5/18/23 at 6:17 PM call light answered after 25 minutes 23 seconds. On 5/17/23 at 12:00 AM call light answered after 43 minutes and 44 seconds. On 5/16/23 at 11:05 PM call light answered after 24 minutes and 14 seconds. On 5/15/23 at 9:05 PM call light answered after 21 minutes and 38 seconds. On 5/16/23 at 2:40 PM call light answered after 23 minutes and 29 seconds. On 5/16/23 at 9:11 AM call light answered after 24 minutes 46 seconds. On 5/16/23 at 2:09 AM call light answered after 47 minutes 44 seconds. On 5/15/23 at 2:55 PM call light answered after 45 minutes 38 seconds. On 5/14/23 at 8:52 AM call light answered after 22 minutes and 5 seconds. On 5/13/23 at 3:38 AM call light answered after 33 minutes and 34 seconds.
CONCERN (E)

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

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, observations, staff interviews, and manufacturer's user recommendations, the facility failed to...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, observations, staff interviews, and manufacturer's user recommendations, the facility failed to ensure wander guards (a monitoring bracelet with activated alarm when exiting) were monitored for placement and functioning for resident safety for 4 of 4 resident's reviewed (Resident #58, #28, #59, and #14) for wandering and risk for elopement. The facility also failed to assess 1 out of 4 residents (Resident #14) with the removal of a wander guard. The facility reported a census of 62. Findings include: 1. The Minimum Data Set Assessment (MDS) dated [DATE] for Resident #58 identified a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 5 out of 15 indicating severely impaired cognition. The MDS identified Resident #58 had signs and symptoms of delirium with inattention and disorganized thinking with behavior present and fluctuates. The MDS identified the resident was independent with transfers and ambulation with no assistive devices. The MDS documented diagnoses that included Alzheimer's dementia, anxiety, and depression. The Care Plan revised 5/23/23 identified Resident #58 had a wander guard. The care plan lacked documentation on the location of the wander guard device. The care plan lacked direction on when and how often to check for placement and functioning. The Elopement Risk Assessments for the resident documented the following: On 12/9/22= 5. A score of 5 or greater indicated risk On 2/28/23= 5. On 5/23/23= 15. On 5/22/23 at 11:22 AM observed Resident #58 with a wander guard device to her left wrist. The resident stated she does not want to live at the facility and her daughter had dumped her at the facility. On 5/23/23 at 5:30 PM the Administrator reported a restorative aide checks the wander guards for placement and functioning daily. A review of the forms titled Daily Wandergard Check dated December 2022, January 2023, February 2023, March 2023, April 2023 and May 2023 lacked documentation the wandergard had been checked daily for Residents #58. On 5/24/23 at 9:30 AM the Director of Nursing (DON) reported the Restorative Aide checked the wander guards for placement and functioning. The DON stated when the Restorative Aide was off there was not another staff member assigned to check the wander guards. On 5/24/23 at 10:14 AM Staff E, the Restorative aide reported she checked the wander guards for placement and functioning when scheduled Monday through Friday. 2. The Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE] identified Resident #28 as cognitively impaired with a BIMS of 0 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented diagnoses to include coronary artery disease, depression and repeated falls. The MDS documented he had a history of two falls without injury and two falls with minor injury. It identified the resident required limited staff assistance with dressing, toileting and personal hygiene and totally dependent on staff for baths. It also identified the resident with a wander/elopement alarm used daily. On 5/24/23 at 2:36 PM observed the resident standing by the exit door by the private dining room off South hall. He pushed on the safety bar of the door which triggered the alarm to sound as he had on a wandergard bracelet. Staff C, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), re-directed the resident away from the door and walked with him to sit on the sofa at the end of the hall. The resident then began to ambulate down the hall using his wheeled walker with steady gait with a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) walking beside him. On 11/15/22 the Care Plan identified the resident with the problem of being at risk for falls and on 11/16/22 the intervention of a wandergard placed on the resident had been added. It did not direct the staff to document checks on the wandergard daily. 3. The MDS dated [DATE] identified Resident #59 as cognitively impaired with a BIMS score of 3 out of 15 possible points. The MDS documented the following diagnoses to include atrial fibrillation (an abnormal heart rhythm), coronary artery disease and heart failure. The MDS identified the resident required staff supervision only with dressing and personal hygiene and required extensive staff assist with bathing. It also identified the resident with a wander/elopement alarm used daily. On 5/23/23 at 6:59 AM observed the resident ambulated independently from her table to the next table without using her walker. Staff D, Registered Nurse (RN) reminded the resident to use her walker when she walked. The resident wore a wandergard bracelet to her right wrist. Observed the resident to return to sit in a dining room chair. On 3/30/23 the Care Plan identified the resident with the problem of history of wandering in the hallways and will exit seek. The Care Plan did not direct the staff to document checks on the wandergard daily. A review of the forms titled Daily Wandergard Check dated December 2022, January 2023, February 2023, March 2023, April 2023 and May 2023 lacked documentation the wandergard had been checked daily for Residents #28 and #59. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:07 AM, Staff D, RN reported the Restorative Aide checks the wandergards daily. She brings a wrist bracelet to check the exit doors and will check each of the residents who have a wandergard. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:18 AM, Staff C, LPN reported once a day, the Restorative Nurse checks every morning the wandergard alarms daily. She will check all the exit doors with a wrist bracelet wandergard and open the door and checks batteries in the resident's bracelets. In an interview on 5/25/23 at 10:34 AM, Staff G , CNA reported the Restorative Aide checks wandergards every day. She will test the door to make sure the alarm works. She also check the resident's bracelet to make sure the batteries are working. 4. The MDS Assessment for Resident #14 dated 2/23/23, documented diagnoses that included Alzheimer's dementia and heart failure. The MDS included a BIMS score of 8 out of 15 possible points indicating moderately impaired cognition. The MDS documented the resident as independent for transfers and set up with ambulation. The Care Plan dated 3/3/23, revealed Resident #14 verbally expressed her intent to leave the facility unsupervised. The goal documented the resident will not exit seek. The Care Plan directed staff to equip the resident with a device that alarms when wanders and to provide reassurance and redirection when the resident experiences paranoia or other symptom/reason that may be causing exit seeking behavior. The Elopement Risk assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #14 may be at risk of elopement. The Elopement Risk assessment dated [DATE], revealed the resident may be at risk of elopement. The Elopement Risk assessment dated [DATE] for the resident is incomplete. A review of the forms titled Daily Wandergard Check dated February 2023, March 2023, and April 2023 lacked documentation the wandergard had been checked daily for Resident #14. On 5/24/23 at 9:10 AM, Staff H, CNA reported Resident #14 wandered all over the place and does go outside to sit in the locked area. Staff H, reported Resident #14 wore a wander guard and the Restorative Nurse checked it first thing in the mornings. Staff H, revealed she is unaware who checks the wander guards on the weekends. On 5/25/23 at 11:40 AM, the DON confirmed at the time the facility discontinued Resident #14's wander guard she didn't expect the facility to complete an assessment. The DON revealed now she expected an assessment done before the removal of a wander guard. The undated wander guard manufacturer's user manual directed the facility to test the wander guard bracelets daily and to record the test results in the resident's records. The user guide further documented that it was important to test the wander guard bracelet before putting it into use and daily thereafter. The user guide documented failure to do so could result in injury or death. The undated facility policy titled Missing Resident Policy lacked documentation regarding the Wanderguard system. On 5/24/23 at 10:25 AM, the Administrator and DON acknowledged the manufacturer's user manual recommendations and verified the wander guards were not checked daily and should have been.
Dec 2022 7 deficiencies 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Pressure Ulcer Prevention (Tag F0686)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, facility staff, Nurse Practitioner, Wound Clinic Doctor and family member interviews, the facil...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, facility staff, Nurse Practitioner, Wound Clinic Doctor and family member interviews, the facility failed to prevent the development of a pressure ulcer to the right heel for one of one residents reviewed which resulted in a serious infection and partial amputation of the heel (Resident #4). The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings Include: The Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #4 as severely cognitively impaired with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 4 out of 15, and with the following diagnoses: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT - blood clots), renal insufficiency (kidney failure) and arthritis. The MDS also identified Resident #4 required extensive staff assist with bed mobility, dressing, toileting, bathing and totally dependent for locomotion on and off the unit On 8/12/22 the Care Plan identified Resident #4 with the problem of being at risk for skin breakdown and directed staff to: a. Apply offloading boots while in bed. b. Monitor skin with cares and report any signs of skin breakdown. c. Skin treatments as ordered for any areas of impaired skin integrity. A review of the Nurse's Notes revealed the following: a. On 7/19/22 at 2:49 PM, documented the Resident #4 admitted to the facility without any pressure ulcers to the right heel. b. On 8/2/22 at 1:48 PM, documented the resident readmitted from the hospital with a blister on the right heel considered to be a pressure area and lacked documentation to show the resident had heel protectors on. The Non-Pressure Skin Condition Report revealed the following: a. An area first identified to the right heel of Resident #4 on 8/2/22. b. On 8/2/22, the area measured 6.2 centimeters (cm) long x 7.2 cm wide, no depth, with a fluid filled blister intact and a Mepilex treatment requested from the Hospital in place. The report showed the Doctor and family notified (no documentation that the resident had Prevalon boots (heel protective boots) on) c. On 8/10/22, the area measured 6.8 cm long x 7.2 cm wide and no depth. Remains with boggy, fluid filled blister intact. d. On 8/17/22, the area measured 8.0 cm long x 10.2 cm wide, no depth and marked as deteriorated with the Mepilex treatment to change every 7 days. e. Assessments continued documented weekly. Review of further Nurse's Notes revealed the following: a. On 8/10/22 at 2:01 PM, has a fluid filled blister and a discolored spongy area to to the right foot. No documentation until 5 days later 8/15/22 that the resident had bilateral heel protectors on. Consistent documentation showed the Resident #4 with 3+ pitting edema to the right lower leg. b. On 8/16/22 at 9:29 PM, right leg with 3+ pitting edema and pressure areas on heel and ball of foot. Bilateral heel protectors placed on at bedtime. The September 2022 Treatment Administration Records (TAR's) revealed an order written on the TAR (no date when ordered) for offloading boots on at bed time (HS) or when in bed. The TAR failed to have documentation on following dates: September 15 and 29 to show the boots had been applied. The last week of the September Non-Pressure Skin Condition Report revealed on 9/30/22, the area measured 1.8 cm long x 2.5 cm wide x 0.1 cm deep. Small amount serous drainage, granulation tissue with black/brown eschar. Review of the Nurse Practitioner (NP) Notes documented the following: a. On 10/7/22, identified the resident with a stage 2 pressure ulcer to the right heel which measured 1.7 cm long x 2.4 cm wide x 0.2 cm deep with some eschar. No surrounding erythema (redness). b. On 10/13/22, Stage 2 non-pressure ulcer to the right heel which measured 2 cm long x 2.7 cm wide x 0.2 cm deep with some eschar. A review of the October 2022 TARs revealed Order for offloading boots at HS and when in bed not signed out as applied on 10/17/22. Review of the Wound Clinic Notes described the following: a. On 10/18/22, the resident with a pressure ulcer to the right calcaneous (heel bone) acquired 8/18/22 which measured 2.4 cm long x 1.7 cm wide x 0.2 cm deep with a large amount of necrotic/dead tissue). b. On 10/25/22, the wound has been in treatment x 1 week, classified as stage 3 wound with etiology of pressure ulcer and located on right calcaneous. Measurements 3.3 cm long x 2.4 cm wide x 0.2 cm deep. There is subcutaneous tissue exposed and a foul odor after cleansing the area was noted. Large amount of necrotic tissue in the wound bed including eschar. There is, however, no periwound erythema, edema, increase in local temperature or induration. There is bogginess underneath the lesion. Had a long discussion with his wife that it is best to for him to have more care than the Wound Clinic can provide on a somewhat urgent basis. Review of more Nurse's Notes showed the following: a. On 10/24/22 at 10:02 PM, dressing to right heel dated 10/22. Removed large amount of dead skin when completing dressing change as ordered. (No documentation that the Physician had been notified) b. On 10/25/22 at 7:39 PM, resident sent to the Emergency Department (ED) from the Wound Clinic. admitted for intravenous (IV) antibiotic for a wound infection c. On 10/26/22 at 6:49 PM, called hospital for an update. The resident reported to be septic and will need to be on several IV antibiotics. Family considering surgical intervention. The Hospital Records from hospitalization which began 10/25/22, documented the following: a. On 10/25/22, ED Physician Note: Patient comes from the Wound Clinic with chief complaint of right lower leg pain, swelling and warmth. Right foot and heel swollen, red with pitting edema. Foley catheter in place. The Wound Clinic Physician became concerned with infection as the wound appeared to be boggy with surrounding erythema with significant swelling and odor to the right lower leg. The right lower leg wound appears to be severe. b. On 10/26/22, Orthopedic Consult showed right heel ulceration began while he was hospitalized . Developed increasing cellulitis of the limb and undergoing IV antibiotic treatment. Cellulitis improved but has a necrotic ulcer of the heel which measured 8 cm long and 8 cm wide c. On 10/28/22, Orthopedic Consult for right posterior heel ulcer that has been worsening. Patient now has a severely infected right heel with redness, drainage and foul smell. The right heel is quite tender with redness, significant necrosis with exposed bone and obvious infection. Spoke to his wife and recommended partial calcenectomy and may have to consider below knee amputation. In an interview on 11/2/22 at 7:15 PM, the resident's family member reported he had his heel that amputated which started out as a small wound. The hospital sent him back to the Nursing Home with special boots to prevent it from getting bigger so there isn't any pressure and they never put them on him. In an interview on 11/3/22 at 12:28 PM, Staff A, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reported Resident #4 was supposed to wear heel protectors while in bed. The Night Nurse reported the resident would kick them off and spent a lot of time in the recliner. Staff A did not recall if he wore heel protectors on while in the recliner. When Resident #4 went to the Wound Clinic before he went to the hospital, he had a foul odor to his right heel. At that time his wound was open, with a moderate amount whitish yellow drainage. The edges of the wound bed were a little bit red, edges were rough around the circumference and the wound bed was more of a white color. Resident #4 didn't complain of any pain to it unless they changed the dressings. In an interview on 11/3/22 at 1:01 PM, Staff C, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) reported when Resident #4 arrived, he had an open area to his right heel which had been treated with the boots. He was so tall that when he laid in bed, lots of times his feet would touch the foot board. He had a nickel sized open area to his right heel. One time he went to the doctor and when he came back, it started to have an odor. In an interview on 11/8/22 at 9:18 AM, Staff A, LPN reported the following: a. When asked if a resident has a pressure ulcer, how often should the ulcer be assessed, measured, documented on, she reported daily at minimum and they changed the dressing twice a day. It should be measured daily, not sure. b. When asked who is responsible for assessing pressure ulcers at the facility, she reported the nurses caring for the resident. The MDS Coordinator/ LPN had been assigned to measure wounds and do skin sheets, she assesses them weekly. c. Documentation on the wound are recorded on paper in a notebook in the Medication Room. d. Resident #4 had a spot to his right heel and supposed to wear heel protectors while in bed. If he sat in his recliner, he had his slippers or shoes on. In an interview on 11/8/22 at 9:32 AM, Staff D, LPN reported the following: a. When asked who is responsible for assessing pressure ulcers at the facility, she reported usually the doctor will diagnose it as pressure, the nurse who is caring for the resident is responsible for assessing. On Fridays, the MDS Coordinator will measure the wounds and document on a paper form which gets scanned into the electronic record. b. When asked when a resident has a pressure ulcer, how often should the ulcer be assessed, measured, she explained documented on once a week and could not recall if the paper form is scanned into the electronic record. c. She could not recall what had been Care Planned for Resident #4 to prevent the pressure ulcer from growing. In an interview on 11/8/22 at 11:15 AM, the Nurse Practitioner reported she could not recall how the pressure ulcer to his heel occurred, but Resident #4 had poor mobility, in decline and had problems with edema which all may have contributed to his skin breakdown. In an interview on 11/8/22 at 12:02 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) reported the following: a. The resident did not have an open area to his right heel when he had first been admitted to the facility. And could not recall if there had been formal documentation that classified it as pressure sore, however, she thought it had been identified as a pressure sore. b. In September, Resident #4 had been sent to the hospital and diagnosed with COVID and had the wound debrided (treatment to remove dead tissue from a wound). The resident had an area which started out as a blister. The facility treated the area with Mepilex dressings and the blue and black Prevalon boots that the hospital sent with him In an interview on 11/10/22 at 9:03 AM, Staff F, Wound Care Physician reported the following: a. When asked what she felt caused the pressure ulcer to his right heel, it had developed while the resident hospitalized for a Pulmonary Embolism (PE - blood clot in the lung) in September. She could not report how it developed. She did order the Prevalon boots which he had at the facility. b. Pressure ulcers can always be prevented because the just needs to be rotated/repositioned. In an interview with the 11/10/22 at 1:54 PM, the resident's spouse reported the following: a. When he first arrived to the facility, the area to his right heel had not opened. It became infected and turned black. She recalled one day she visited him and he had his bare foot on the floor with drainage underneath it and an odor. A week later, he went to the Wound Clinic and by then it really had a definite odor. The Doctor at the Wound Clinic sent him to the emergency room from there. b. Upon arrival to the hospital, a surgeon informed her that gangrene had set in and needed surgery that day. The infection had went to the heel bone and he removed the heel bone. c. The resident did have a footboard on his bed the Nursing Staff never removed it from his bed and he was tall enough that his heel would rest against on the footboard. In an interview on 11/14/22 at 1:51 PM, Staff N, Registered Nurse (RN) reported the nurses had been putting Mepilex dressing and the boots on at night. Resident #4's dressings should have been changed twice a day, once on first shift and once on 2nd shift. When she came to work on the October 24th, his dressing had moved up his leg and dated 10/22 with no initials on it. When she saw the wound, it appeared macerated. Staff N thought the combination of trying to exert the walking and couldn't keep the pressure relieving devices on because he crossed his legs so much. In an interview on 11/15/22 at 4:08 PM, Staff G, Wound Care Physician reported he had sent the resident to the hospital as the wound required more attention and more workup than they could provide at the clinic. He also reported every pressure ulcer is preventable and that he probably had not been repositioned enough.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Safe Transfer (Tag F0626)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, family and staff interviews, the facility failed to follow facility processes and state rules related to...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, family and staff interviews, the facility failed to follow facility processes and state rules related to an Involuntary Discharge for one of three residents reviewed (Resident #6). The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings Include: The Minimum Data Set assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #6 as severely cognitively impaired and unable to complete a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) test. It also identified her with the following diagnoses: Alzheimer's Disease, mood disorder and repeated falls and totally dependent on staff for toileting, personal hygiene and bathing. A review of the Care Plan identified the resident on 3/5/21 with the problem of needing long term nursing care with the following interventions: Per resident representative request, only ask the resident about his/her desire to return to the community, as well as making referrals to local contact agencies during comprehensive assessments, encourage verbalizations of fears and concerns with care. Provide reassurance when necessary and arrange for quarterly care conference with resident and family. Allow resident to make independent choices as able. A review of the Nurse's Notes revealed the following: a. On 5/29/22 at 9:41 PM, this aggressive resident had been observed in person by Unit Certified Nurse Aide's (CNA) and on cameras present in unit wrapping hands around anterior neck of another resident. This incident was unprovoked by other resident. Aggressive resident was removed from situation and redirected. This writer did not observe this incident in person. b. On 5/31/22 at 11:36 AM, called placed to resident's family member with the Director of Nursing (DON) , Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Social Worker and Administrator to inform of facilities' inability to provide placement for the resident based on notes from the hospital on restraints and requirements for one on one care. c. On 5/31/22 at 2:52 PM, Involuntary Discharge Notice issued to the resident and her representative via certified mail. A review of the proposed decision by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Division of Administrative Hearings regarding the Basis for Involuntary discharge: Continuing Threat to Welfare of Other Residents and Staff, the title implies the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) did not find Resident #6's physical aggression towards residents and staff justified an Involuntary Discharge. However, reading the paragraph it appears the ALJ is ruling that she found the facility failed to follow the Involuntary Discharge requirements and that Resident #6's continuing threat to the welfare of others is time and fact sensitive and based on the type of discharge issued by the facility. Other than the headline, the ALJ did not rule on whether or not Resident #6's behaviors were a continuing threat to the welfare of other residents and staff. Because finding number one's title is misleading and findings two through four better explain the issues with the discharge, the first finding is not adopted. 11/14/22 8:20 AM interview, the resident's family member reported the state ALJ had already made a decision regarding the Involuntary Discharge and provided documentation as such. In an interview on 11/29/22 at 11:22 AM, the Social Worker reported a. The process when issuing an Involuntary Discharge would be notify the family usually, not sure what the time frame is to issue it. b. Resident #6 had been discharged from the facility because she had an altercation with a male resident in the Memory Care Unit. Her daughter did not agree with our choice to do so. We felt the other residents were at a significant risk for injury. c. We issued the notice about her discharge the day she left here before she went to the hospital. d. The reason she had not been allowed to return to the facility from the hospital had been due to her aggressive behaviors with other residents. She had strangled another male resident. In an interview on 11/29/22 at 12:13 PM, the DON reported she had been unsure of the process when issuing an Involuntary Discharge. When asked about the discharge for Resident #6, she reported the resident had aggressive behaviors and sent out to the hospital. The DON had been off on medical leave when the resident had been discharged .
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 F0657 (Tag F0657)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment identified Resident #9 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment identified Resident #9 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13 out of 15 upon admission on [DATE] and Then re-scored at 12 on 10/18/22. Diagnoses included: A left hip surgical repair (patient had fallen and fractured left hip July 22), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), chronic Atrial Fibrillation and Premature Ventricular Contractions (both irregular heartbeats), Benign Prostrate Hypertrophy with urinary obstruction and had required a suprapubic catheter placement due to urinary retention, a history of colon/rectal cancer had led to surgery and the placement of a colostomy (for bowel) 2015. The admission MDS identified Resident #9's skin conditions as a surgical wound (left hip) and moisture associated skin damage (MASD) of the coccyx area. The Care Plan dated as last revised 8/11/22 stated Resident #9 had needed staff assistance with management of the bowel colostomy to include assistance with emptying the colostomy bag, monitor the stoma and surrounding area and to notify the physician with concerns. The resident Care Plan lacked being updated to include colostomy stoma skin issues, resident pain incurred during colostomy bag changes, and lacked updating the changed process of colostomy stoma wafer, bag changes and Provider ordered colostomy products to be used. A review of the facility Progress Notes documented the following: a. On 9/15/22 at 6:31 PM, Staff X, Registered Nurse (RN) documented Resident #9's stoma site with excoriation and bleeding and a fax had been sent to the residents' Provider. b. The next colostomy/stoma documentation on 9/20/22 at 2:16 PM, stated the Physician had ordered for Resident #9 to have an evaluation of colostomy for fit. c. The MDS Coordinator documented on 9/23/22 at 11:43 AM, a clarification for colostomy bag change to have been every 3 days. d. On 9/24/22 at 3:07 PM, documentation indicated 50% of the stoma site had been excoriated and bleeding. e. On 9/26/22 at 8:15 PM, documentation showed the colostomy bag was leaking, and the skin surrounding the stoma had been open and excoriated. f. Staff N, RN documented on 9/26/22 at 9:59 PM, that a fax received from Resident #9's Provider directed to use Stoma Powder and a Wound Clinic or Ostomy Nurse needed to be contacted for colostomy treatment and recommendations; information had been left for the facility DON. The facility Progress Notes showed further documentation of the colostomy stoma/skin excoriation, bleeding, and leaking colostomy bag issues had been documented as follows: a. On 9/28/22 by the consulting Pharmacist, 9/29/22 by Nursing Staff. b. On 10/7/22 a provider fax received for referral to the Wound Clinic for colostomy skin issues. c. On 10/10/22 a Wound Nurse called by a facility staff nurse and a voice message left. d. On 10/11/22 colostomy stoma excoriated and painful when leaking colostomy bag changed. e. On 10/12/22 Resident #9 admitted to Hospice service. f. On 10/18/22 documentation reported the colostomy bag change had been painful; stoma and surrounding skin excoriated, with no new treatment orders. g. On 10/19 the colostomy bag had leaked. h. On 10/22/22 the colostomy bag had leaked. i. On 10/26 the consulting Pharmacist documented there had been problems with excoriated skin around the stoma and the leaking of the colostomy bag. j. On 10/30/22 the facility obtained non-alcohol-based products from Hospice to use during colostomy bag change. k. Documentation on 11/4/22 shown Resident #9 experienced pain with colostomy bag change and the change of bag needed due to leaking. l. On 11/5/22 the facility documented the Hospice Nurse obtained a new order for Resident #9 to have oral morphine sulfate (narcotic pain medication) prior to colostomy bag changes. m. On 11/10/22 the facility Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) documented Resident #9 had excoriation around the stoma and had discussed with the Hospice nurse. n. On 11/15/22 facility Staff N had documented Resident #9 had experienced pain during the colostomy bag change, had been pre-medicated prior to bag change, had excoriated skin, colostomy bag had been changed due to leaking. Review of Hospice Care documentation showed Resident #9: a. admitted to Hospice services 10/12/22. admission orders had included Hospice would supply colostomy supplies. b. Hospice staff had documented on 10/24/22 Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change, edge of colostomy stoma excoriated and open, new barrier creams and spray adhesive applied with colostomy bag change. c. On 10/27/22 Hospice staff had documented the facility staff had verbalized that overnight; the colostomy bag had leaked, therefore changed, and resident had pain with colostomy bag change. d. On 10/31/22 the Hospice staffs had documented Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had also documented on 10/31/22 the facility DON had been contacted by text; due to Hospice staffs not having access to the facility Electronic Health Records. e. Hospice staff documented on 11/4/22 that facility staff had reported Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had requested the Hospice staff contact Provider for pain medication pre-colostomy bag change. f. On 11/5/22 the Hospice staff had documented an order for liquid pain medication had been obtained from Resident #9 provider. g. On 11/10/22 the Hospice staff documented resident's colostomy bag leaked overnight, had been changed and the resident had pain. h. The Hospice staff documented on 11/14/22 that Resident #9's colostomy bag had been changed four times overnight due to leaking, Hospice staff changed the colostomy bag again on 11/14/22 (Fifth time) due to bag having leaked, and the stoma/skin documented as red, excoriated, and bleeding. i. On 11/17/22 Hospice staff documented the colostomy stoma/skin continued to be red, excoriated, and bleeding. j. On 11/19/22 the Hospice staff documented being contacted by facility staff that resident needed the colostomy bag change overnight due to the bag leaking, resident had been pre-medicated, and Resident #9 verbalized pain with procedure and medication had not helped to relieve pain. Review of the Provider Orders Charted the following: a. On 8/2/2022 the Provider ordered Tylenol 500 mg, and Resident #9 could take two up to three times a day as needed. b. On 9/27/22 the Provider ordered Stomahesive Powder, apply as ordered and then discontinued it on 10/28/22. c. On 10/07/22 the resident's Provider ordered for Resident #9 to have a referral for colostomy evaluation by a Wound Nurse or Ostomy Nurse. The facility documented a voice message left for an Ostomy Nurse on 10/10/22. d. On 10/28/22 to 11/2/22, the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder to be applied to gauze and then patted onto the stoma site as directed. e. On 11/2/2022 the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder and then Stomahesive Spray to be used. Directions had been provided for the colostomy change process. f. The Provider had ordered on 11/5/22 and then discontinued on 11/9/22 a medication order for Morphine Concentrate Solution administer 0.25 milliliters orally as needed for pain every four hours. g. Resident #9's Provider ordered on 11/9/22 and discontinued 11/21/22 for pain control medication, Morphine Concentrate Solution dose had remained the same; 0.25 milliliters, but now every 2 hours as needed for pain (Colostomy pouch changes, suprapubic catheter changes, or shortness of breath). h. On 11/21/22, Resident #9's Provider increased the Morphine Sulfate Concentration Solution to 0.5 milliliters as needed every two hours for pain. Review of Resident #9 Electronic Medication Administration Records (EMAR) had shown the following: a. The October 2022 EMAR had shown Resident #9 had been administered Tylenol 1000 milligrams a total of three times for leg pain. Review of the residents November 2022 EMAR shown the resident had been administered the pain medication Morphine Concentrate Solution a total of zero times between 11/5/22 and 11/9/22. Further review of the pain medication administration EMAR shown for November 2022 from 11/9/22 forward there had been a total of six times the resident had been administered the as needed every two hours medication. Review of the November 2022 EMAR showed the dates of administration as: 11/11, 11/15, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. Further review shown Resident #9 had not been administered Tylenol during the month of November 2022. Review of the Narcotic Administration Record shown pain medication administration had been a total of seven times on the dates: 11/11, 11/14, 11/16, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 8:50 AM, the Hospice Nurse revealed the documented facility colostomy bag changes and the number of bags provided by the Hospice Nurse had not been equal. The Hospice Nurse stated keeping the facility supplied with ostomy supplies had been challenging due to the facility Treatment Assessment Record not being completed with every colostomy bag change, therefore to reconcile the number of colostomy bag changes completed had not been achievable. The Hospice Nurse further stated the resident had not been medicated pre-colostomy change procedure as ordered. The Hospice Nurse requested a phone call be made to a daughter-in-law (by Hospice) to obtain information for a stoma spray that had been used in the past successfully by the resident. The Hospice Nurse stated the adhesive spray product had then been supplied by Hospice. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 1:18 PM, the facility Pharmacist, reported no communication between the Pharmacist and the facility DON, facility staff, or Hospice staff regarding the Stomahesive Spray. The Pharmacist stated a product called Stomahesive spray did not exist to purchase, and no product sent to the care facility. The Pharmacist further stated the facility DON entered the order on the EMAR. The Pharmacist stated a voice activated message from the Provider received and the facility had not asked the Pharmacy to clarify with the Provider. During an interview with the DON on 11/29/22 at 1:41 PM, the subject of Care Plans and updating resident need changes discussed. The DON stated the resident admitted to Hospice 10/12/22 and then Hospice should have completed the updates on the Care Plans. When asked about Skin Sheets, the DON stated the nurse who assessed a skin discrepancy was expected to initiate a Skin Sheet. When asked about the resident order for an Ostomy or Wound Nurse to evaluate the stoma skin and colostomy bag attachment issues, the DON stated the Hospice Nurse was to evaluate. The DON when asked about assessment of resident pain, stated the facility had not completed pain sheets daily or by shifts. The DON further stated the resident pain is documented on the EMAR if pain medication had been administered. On 11/29/22 at 3:56 PM an interview was completed with Staff N, RN who stated she had asked the DON to set up a resident colostomy evaluation early October 2022. Staff N further stated during the facility third shift (Staff N worked) that calling for a consult had not been possible. Staff N stated the facility Administration and the DON had not initiated a colostomy evaluation for the resident. Staff N unaware if Resident #9 had a Skin Sheet for the colostomy stoma. Staff N explained the facility Treatment Administration Record (TAR) had not included an area to document as needed colostomy bag changes. Staff N knew Hospice supplied the stoma adhesive spray. When asked about pain documentation, Staff N stated the documentation would have been written within the Progress Notes or if pain medication had been administered then the EMAR would have had a pain number documented pre and post pain medication administration. Based on observation, record review and staff interview, the facility failed to update Care Plans for two of three residents reviewed (Resident #2 and #9). The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings Include: A review of the Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE] identified Resident #2 as severely cognitively impaired and unable to complete the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS). It also identified her with the following diagnoses: Alzheimer's Disease and seizure disorder and required extensive staff assistance with toileting, dressing and hygiene and completely dependent on staff for bathing. It also identified she had problems with inattention and disorganized thinking on a continual basis without fluctuation. A review of the Incident Report dated 8/27/22 revealed a description of an incident where a male resident (Resident #1) fondled the chest of a female resident (Resident #2) in her room, the resident was fully dressed and incident lasted approximately one to two minutes. A review of the statement provided by the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed the following: a. On 8/27/22 she had been notified by Staff J, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) about an incident where resident Resident #1 found fondling the breast of Resident #2. This had been initially reported by Staff T, Housekeeper who had been in Resident #2's bathroom changing out the paper towels and witnessed Resident #1 caressing Resident #2's breast. A Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) had been called in immediately and removed Resident #1 from the room. A self report was initiated with Department of Inspections & Appeals (DIA) at the time of notification by the DON. Care Plans updated and staff notified of treatment plan for Resident #1. A review of the Care Plan dated as last reviewed 11/15/22 did not include new interventions to address the above incident on Resident #2's Care Plan. A review of the Nurse's Notes revealed the following entries: a. On 8/27/22 at 2:30 PM, resident resting in her recliner. No signs/symptoms of distress related to the groping incident. b. On 8/29/22 at 1:30 AM, no concerns with resident related to the inappropriate touching event. Observations of the resident revealed the following: a. On 11/2/22 at 1:06 PM, sitting up in dining room chair, wearing clean clothing and non-skid shoes. Resident #1 sat at another table and did not have any interactions with her. b. On 11/2/22 at 1:31 PM Staff C, CNA held resident's hand and assisted her to walk to her room, Resident #1 not in the hallway. c. On 11/2/22 at 2:01 PM, resident currently sitting in her recliner in her room, Resident #1 not in the hallway or in her room. d. On 11/3/22 at 8:30 AM, sitting up in dining room chair with both feet resting on the floor, Resident #1 not in the hallway or in her room. c. On 11/3/22 at 10:34 AM, ambulating in hallway with steady gait with her son holding her left hand and her daughter-in-law holding her right hand. Resident #1 not in the hallway. d. On 11/3/22 at 1:39 PM, sitting up in her recliner Resident #1 not in the hallway or in her room. e. On 11/9/22 at 7:30 AM, Sitting in main dining room (MDR) chair Resident #1 sat at another table without interacting with her. f. On 11/9/22 at 8:43 AM, Staff E, CNA held back of the gait belt around the resident's waist as resident ambulated without devices from the MDR in the hallway to her room. Resident #1 not in the hallway or in her room. g. On 11/9/22 at 9:40 AM sitting up in recliner in her room, Resident #1 not in the hallway or in her room. In an interview on 11/9/22 at 8:20 AM, Staff T, Housekeeper reported she had witnessed Resident #1 fondle Resident #2's breast in August 2022 and that he had a history of being inappropriate behavior with females. In an interview on 11/14/22 at 1:04 PM, Staff J, LPN reported an incident that involved Resident #1 fondled Resident #2's breast, that Resident #1 had a history of inappropriate behavior to females, after the incident they had been immediately separated. Staff J reported he would expect that to be addressed on Resident #2's Care Plan and that the Care Plans in the rooms did not address inappropriate behaviors and interventions. In an interview on 11/14/22 at 10:29 AM interview with Staff V, CNA reported in August 2022, she witnessed Resident #1 touching Resident #2's breast and that she had no idea what had been care planned for Resident #2 if the incident occurred again. She also reported there are care plans in the room, but they don't address behaviors. In an interview on 11/29/22 at 10:46 AM, Staff D, LPN reported she could not verify the exact date when the above incident occurred, but it had been more than a few months ago. She also reported the MDS Coordinator had been responsible for updating Care Plans which should occur with any changes and that after the above incident, typical interventions that should have been added to the care plan include: Separate them immediately if it happened, report it to the nurse, the nurse would assess the resident In an interview on 11/29/22 at 11:02 AM, Staff Y, Registered Nurse (RN) reported Care Plans should be updated when there are any changes at all in their mentation, medical condition, etc. She thought the MDS Coordinator with help from the DON and the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). She also reported the MDS Coordinator had been working the floor a lot. In an interview on 11/29/22 at 12:13 PM, the DON reported the following: a. When asked when she would expect Care Plans to be updated, it would depend on the situation, but with changes on the resident's condition. When the changes are made, these are can be found in the computer. The CNAs have access to the computers to look at the plans. Every room has a Care Sign posted for all staff, how they transfer, assistive devices, etc. b. The MDS coordinator is responsible for updating the care plans. The DON and ADON can also update. c. The incident between Resident #1 and #2 occurred in August 2022. d. Interventions she would expect to be added to Resident #2's care plan after that incident would include: separate the two residents, provide emotional support, continue to monitor, report it to the Charge Nurse who would then complete an incident report e. When asked to explain why Resident #2's Care Plan had not been updated, she reported she updated Resident #1's Care Plan, but did not think to update Resident #2's care plan. Upon request for a policy on Care Plans, the Administrator reported the facility did not have one.
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 F0658 (Tag F0658)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment identified Resident #9 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment identified Resident #9 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13 out of 15 upon admission 8/2/22 and then rescored a 12 on 10/18/22. Diagnoses included: A left hip surgical repair (patient had fallen and fractured left hip July 22), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), chronic Atrial Fibrillation and Premature Ventricular Contractions (both irregular heartbeats), Benign Prostrate Hypertrophy with urinary obstruction and had required a suprapubic catheter placement due to urinary retention, a history of colon/rectal cancer had led to surgery and the placement of a colostomy (for bowel) 2015. The admission MDS identified Resident #9's skin conditions as a surgical wound (left hip) and moisture associated skin damage (MASD) of the coccyx area. The Care Plan dated as last revised 8/11/22 stated Resident #9 had needed staff assistance with management of the bowel colostomy to include assistance with emptying the colostomy bag, monitor the stoma and surrounding area and to notify the physician with concerns. The resident's Care Plan lacked being updated to include colostomy stoma skin issues, resident pain incurred during colostomy bag changes, and lacked updating the changed process of colostomy stoma wafer, bag changes and Provider ordered colostomy products to be used. A review of the facility Progress Notes documented the following: a. On 9/15/22 at 6:31 PM, Staff X, Registered Nurse (RN) documented Resident #9's stoma site with excoriation and bleeding and a fax had been sent to the residents' Provider. b. The next colostomy/stoma documentation on 9/20/22 at 2:16 PM, stated the Physician had ordered for Resident #9 to have an evaluation of colostomy for fit. c. The MDS Coordinator documented on 9/23/22 at 11:43 AM, a clarification for colostomy bag change to have been every 3 days. d. On 9/24/22 at 3:07 PM, documentation indicated 50% of the stoma site had been excoriated and bleeding. e. On 9/26/22 at 8:15 PM, documentation showed the colostomy bag was leaking, and the skin surrounding the stoma had been open and excoriated. f. Staff N, RN documented on 9/26/22 at 9:59 PM, that a fax received from Resident #9's Provider directed to use Stoma Powder and a Wound Clinic or Ostomy Nurse needed to be contacted for colostomy treatment and recommendations; information had been left for the facility DON. The facility Progress Notes showed further documentation of the colostomy stoma/skin excoriation, bleeding, and leaking colostomy bag issues had been documented as follows: a. On 9/28/22 by the consulting Pharmacist, 9/29/22 by Nursing Staff. b. On 10/7/22 a provider fax received for referral to the Wound Clinic for colostomy skin issues. c. On 10/10/22 a Wound Nurse called by a facility staff nurse and a voice message left. d. On 10/11/22 colostomy stoma excoriated and painful when leaking colostomy bag changed. e. On 10/12/22 Resident #9 admitted to Hospice service. f. On 10/18/22 documentation reported the colostomy bag change had been painful; stoma and surrounding skin excoriated, with no new treatment orders. g. On 10/19 the colostomy bag had leaked. h. On 10/22/22 the colostomy bag had leaked. i. On 10/26 the consulting Pharmacist documented there had been problems with excoriated skin around the stoma and the leaking of the colostomy bag. j. On 10/30/22 the facility obtained non-alcohol-based products from Hospice to use during colostomy bag change. k. Documentation on 11/4/22 shown Resident #9 experienced pain with colostomy bag change and the change of bag needed due to leaking. l. On 11/5/22 the facility documented the Hospice Nurse obtained a new order for Resident #9 to have oral morphine sulfate (narcotic pain medication) prior to colostomy bag changes. m. On 11/10/22 the facility Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) documented Resident #9 had excoriation around the stoma and had discussed with the Hospice nurse. n. On 11/15/22 facility Staff N had documented Resident #9 had experienced pain during the colostomy bag change, had been pre-medicated prior to bag change, had excoriated skin, colostomy bag had been changed due to leaking. Review of Hospice Care documentation showed Resident #9: a. admitted to Hospice services 10/12/22. admission orders had included Hospice would supply colostomy supplies. b. Hospice staff had documented on 10/24/22 Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change, edge of colostomy stoma excoriated and open, new barrier creams and spray adhesive applied with colostomy bag change. c. On 10/27/22 Hospice staff had documented the facility staff had verbalized that overnight; the colostomy bag had leaked, therefore changed, and resident had pain with colostomy bag change. d. On 10/31/22 the Hospice staffs had documented Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had also documented on 10/31/22 the facility DON had been contacted by text; due to Hospice staffs not having access to the facility Electronic Health Records. e. Hospice staff documented on 11/4/22 that facility staff had reported Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had requested the Hospice staff contact Provider for pain medication pre-colostomy bag change. f. On 11/5/22 the Hospice staff had documented an order for liquid pain medication had been obtained from Resident #9 provider. g. On 11/10/22 the Hospice staff documented resident's colostomy bag leaked overnight, had been changed and the resident had pain. h. The Hospice staff documented on 11/14/22 that Resident #9's colostomy bag had been changed four times overnight due to leaking, Hospice staff changed the colostomy bag again on 11/14/22 (Fifth time) due to bag having leaked, and the stoma/skin documented as red, excoriated, and bleeding. i. On 11/17/22 Hospice staff documented the colostomy stoma/skin continued to be red, excoriated, and bleeding. j. On 11/19/22 the Hospice staff documented being contacted by facility staff that resident needed the colostomy bag change overnight due to the bag leaking, resident had been pre-medicated, and Resident #9 verbalized pain with procedure and medication had not helped to relieve pain. Review of the Provider Orders Charted the following: a. On 8/2/2022 the Provider ordered Tylenol 500 mg, and Resident #9 could take two up to three times a day as needed. b. On 9/27/22 the Provider ordered Stomahesive Powder, apply as ordered and then discontinued it on 10/28/22. c. On 10/07/22 the resident's Provider ordered for Resident #9 to have a referral for colostomy evaluation by a Wound Nurse or Ostomy Nurse. The facility documented a voice message left for an Ostomy Nurse on 10/10/22. d. On 10/28/22 to 11/2/22, the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder to be applied to gauze and then patted onto the stoma site as directed. e. On 11/2/2022 the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder and then Stomahesive Spray to be used. Directions had been provided for the colostomy change process. f. The Provider had ordered on 11/5/22 and then discontinued on 11/9/22 a medication order for Morphine Concentrate Solution administer 0.25 milliliters orally as needed for pain every four hours. g. Resident #9's Provider ordered on 11/9/22 and discontinued 11/21/22 for pain control medication, Morphine Concentrate Solution dose had remained the same; 0.25 milliliters, but now every 2 hours as needed for pain (Colostomy pouch changes, suprapubic catheter changes, or shortness of breath). h. On 11/21/22, Resident #9's Provider increased the Morphine Sulfate Concentration Solution to 0.5 milliliters as needed every two hours for pain. Review of Resident #9 Electronic Medication Administration Records (EMAR) had shown the following: a. The October 2022 EMAR shown Resident #9 administered Tylenol 1000 milligrams a total of three times for leg pain. Review of the resident's November 2022 EMAR shown the resident administered the pain medication Morphine Concentrate Solution a total of zero times between 11/5/22 and 11/9/22. Further review of the pain medication administration EMAR shown for November 2022 from 11/9/22 forward a total of six times the resident administered the as needed every two hours medication. Review of the November 2022 EMAR showed the dates of administration as: 11/11, 11/15, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. Further review shown Resident #9 had not been administered Tylenol during the month of November 2022. Review of the Narcotic Administration Record shown pain medication administration had been a total of seven times on the dates: 11/11, 11/14, 11/16, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 8:50 AM, the Hospice Nurse revealed the documented facility colostomy bag changes and the number of bags provided by the Hospice Nurse had not been equal. The Hospice Nurse stated keeping the facility supplied with ostomy supplies had been challenging due to the facility Treatment Assessment Record not being completed with every colostomy bag change, therefore to reconcile the number of colostomy bag changes completed had not been achievable. The Hospice Nurse further stated the resident had not been medicated pre-colostomy change procedure as ordered. The Hospice Nurse requested a phone call be made to a daughter-in-law (by Hospice) to obtain information for a stoma spray that had been used in the past successfully by the resident. The Hospice Nurse stated the adhesive spray product had then been supplied by Hospice. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 1:18 PM, the facility Pharmacist, reported no communication between the Pharmacist and the facility DON, facility staff, or Hospice staff regarding the Stomahesive Spray. The Pharmacist stated a product called Stomahesive spray did not exist to purchase, and no product sent to the care facility. The Pharmacist further stated the facility DON entered the order on the EMAR. The Pharmacist stated a voice activated message from the Provider received and the facility had not asked the Pharmacy to clarify with the Provider. During an interview with the DON on 11/29/22 at 1:41 PM, the subject of Care Plans and updating resident need changes discussed. The DON stated the resident admitted to Hospice 10/12/22 and then Hospice should have completed the updates on the Care Plans. When asked about Skin Sheets, the DON stated the nurse who assessed a skin discrepancy was expected to initiate a Skin Sheet. When asked about the resident order for an Ostomy or Wound Nurse to evaluate the stoma skin and colostomy bag attachment issues, the DON stated the Hospice Nurse was to evaluate. The DON when asked about assessment of resident pain, stated the facility had not completed pain sheets daily or by shifts. The DON further stated the resident pain is documented on the EMAR if pain medication had been administered. On 11/29/22 at 3:56 PM an interview was completed with Staff N, RN who stated she had asked the DON to set up a resident colostomy evaluation early October 2022. Staff N further stated during the facility third shift (Staff N worked) that calling for a consult had not been possible. Staff N stated the facility Administration and the DON had not initiated a colostomy evaluation for the resident. Staff N unaware if Resident #9 had a Skin Sheet for the colostomy stoma. Staff N explained the facility Treatment Administration Record (TAR) had not included an area to document as needed colostomy bag changes. Staff N knew Hospice supplied the stoma adhesive spray. When asked about pain documentation, Staff N stated the documentation would have been written within the Progress Notes or if pain medication had been administered then the EMAR would have had a pain number documented pre and post pain medication administration. Based on observation, record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to follow physician orders for two of three residents reviewed (Residents #8 and #9). The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings Include: 1. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] identified Resident #8 as moderately cognitively impaired with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 11 out of 15 and with the following diagnoses: heart failure, peripheral vascular disease and diabetes mellitus. The MDS also identified the resident as independent with most activities of daily living except bathing which she required extensive staff assist with. The Care Plan identified the resident with the problem of potential for skin breakdown on 6/20/22 due to peripheral vascular disease. Interventions included: 10/5/22 tubigrips to both legs, high-low bed with pressure reduction mattress and half rail to inner side of bed and grab bar to outside of bed. to help with repositioning, check her skin with cares & bathing. She needs assist with repositioning. On 11/15/22 at 8:47 AM, attempted to complete an observation of the resident in the dining room, Staff Y, Registered Nurse (RN) reported the resident is currently in the hospital and had problems with her toe and being diabetic. In an observation on 11/21/22 at 8:00 AM, the resident asleep in bed lying on right side with two one half side rails up. Dressing dry and intact to right foot. Call light in reach. Bed alarm in place and activated. Properly positioned and appears comfortable. A review of the Progress Notes revealed the following: a. On 10/25/22 at 2:25 PM, resident has an area on the right great toe with scabbed areas on the right 2nd and 5th toes. Recently took antibiotic to treat cellulitis to the right foot b. On 11/04/22 at 12:18 PM, area to right second toe resolved. New order to discontinue treatment. c. On 11/11/22 at 1:39 PM, right foot swollen, red and warm to touch. Odor coming from area to right fifth toe. Call placed to doctor to notify of changes to foot. Order to send to emergency room (ER) for evaluation. d. On 11/11/22 at 6:09 PM, this nurse received call from resident's family to notify the facility of resident being admitted to hospital for infection in fifth toe of right foot. e. On 11/14/22 at 10:06 AM, spoke with resident's family who informed that the resident's Orthopedic Doctor recommended amputation of the right small toe. Tentative plan for surgery is tomorrow. f. On 11/18/22 at 7:51 PM, resident admitted right 5th toe amputee, refused to have dressing changed as she said they just changed it at the hospital earlier that day. A review of the Physician Orders and November Treatment Administration Record (TAR) revealed an order dated 6/20/22 - Menarin cream apply to legs and feet daily (scheduled for 2nd shift) No doses signed out to show the treatments had been completed. A review of the Hospital Wound Nurse Assessment note dated 11/18/22 documented the resident had a right 5th toe amputation on 11/15/22. In an interview on 11/15/22 at 7:35 AM, Staff A, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reported Friday, the Director of Nursing (DON) and Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) called and asked me about Resident #8's little toe and told me they saw a Mepilex foam bandage which she dated and put her initials on it. They informed they could not find orders for it. Staff A reported there had been an order and that it had not been discontinued and it had not been scanned into the electronic record. The DON and ADON are responsible for scanning orders into Electronic Medical Record (EMR). In an interview on 11/29/22 at 10:46 AM, Staff D, LPN reported the following: a. The Pharmacy had the responsibility of adding new orders to the Medication Administration Records/Treatment Administration Record's (MARs/TARs). They would have to call the Pharmacy if orders came in after hours or on the weekend. b. The double check system in place to ensure the orders were transcribed correctly is new orders are reviewed by the next shift and noted on the 24 hour report and it gets noted on the 24 hour report sheet. Any new orders should be addressed on the nurse's progress note with follow-up after new medications are started. c. The process she follows when administering medications is to find out who the patient is, what the medication is, make sure the order is correct, make sure the order is matching the medications in the unit dose envelopes d. She could not explain why the treatments for Resident #8 had not been signed out for the month of November. In an interview on 11/29/22 at 11:02 AM, Staff Y, RN reported the following: a. The DON and ADON will process new orders, fax the order to the pharmacy and call the nurse if something needs to be started right away. She could not remember who entered the new orders, thought the Pharmacy entered the new orders on to the MARs/TARs. b. There had not been a double check system to ensure the orders had been transcribed directly. Most of the nurses will check the original order to make sure it's been transcribed directly. c. The process she takes before she gives medications is: check the medication against the MAR to make sure they match, mark off each medication that she had checked, make sure it's the right dose, time and day, give medication then sign off the medications on the MARs and TARs. d. She admitted sometimes medications are not signed out because nurses will forget to do this. She gives medications to at least 20 residents, some take an extreme amount of time to take their medications and sometimes this causes the nurses to forget to sign out the medications. In an interview on 11/29/22 at 12:13 PM, the DON reported the following: a. When asked who is responsible for adding new orders to the MARs/TARs, she reported the nurse receiving the order, however, any nurse can verify the order. After a new order is received, it is sent to the Pharmacy by fax. All orders are entered on the Pharmacy end and they populate into the chart at the facility. The facility began using Electronic Medication Administration Records (EMAR) on 10/26/22. Problems arose when orders came over had to be corrected as the scheduled times had not been included. She had to add all the correct times to all the MARs. b. When a new order comes in, Pharmacy checks it and it is double checked by the DON and verified by a nurse. c. The process she expected the nurses to follow when administering medications is to use the 5 rights, right resident, right medication, right dose, right time and compare what they have to what is documented on the MAR. d. When asked why the order dated 6/20/22 for Menarin cream apply to legs and feet daily (scheduled for 2nd shift) for Resident #8 had not been signed out for the month of November, she reported the order had not been entered into the EMAR. e. When there are parentheses around initials on the MARS, she thought it meant the medications had not been administered or not charted. Every PRN medication given should have an assessment documented in the Nurse's Notes. Upon request for the facility policy regarding following Physician Orders, the Administrator reported they did not have one.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The MDS identified Resident #9 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13 out of 15 up...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The MDS identified Resident #9 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13 out of 15 upon admission 8/2/22 and then rescored a 12 on 10/18/22. Diagnoses included: A left hip surgical repair (patient had fallen and fractured left hip July 22), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), chronic Atrial Fibrillation and Premature Ventricular Contractions (both irregular heartbeats), Benign Prostrate Hypertrophy with urinary obstruction and required a suprapubic catheter placement due to urinary retention, a history of colon/rectal cancer had led to surgery and the placement of a colostomy (for bowel) 2015. The admission MDS identified Resident #9 skin conditions as a surgical wound (left hip) and Moisture Associated Skin Damage (MASD) of the coccyx area. A review of the facility Progress Notes documented the following: a. On 9/15/22 at 6:31 PM, Staff X, Registered Nurse (RN) documented Resident #9's stoma site with excoriation and bleeding and a fax had been sent to the residents' Provider. b. The next colostomy/stoma documentation on 9/20/22 at 2:16 PM, stated the Physician had ordered for Resident #9 to have an evaluation of colostomy for fit. c. The MDS Coordinator documented on 9/23/22 at 11:43 AM, a clarification for colostomy bag change to have been every 3 days. d. On 9/24/22 at 3:07 PM, documentation indicated 50% of the stoma site had been excoriated and bleeding. e. On 9/26/22 at 8:15 PM, documentation showed the colostomy bag was leaking, and the skin surrounding the stoma had been open and excoriated. f. Staff N, RN documented on 9/26/22 at 9:59 PM, that a fax received from Resident #9's Provider directed to use Stoma Powder and a Wound Clinic or Ostomy Nurse needed to be contacted for colostomy treatment and recommendations; information had been left for the facility DON. The facility Progress Notes showed further documentation of the colostomy stoma/skin excoriation, bleeding, and leaking colostomy bag issues had been documented as follows: a. On 9/28/22 by the consulting Pharmacist, 9/29/22 by Nursing Staff. b. On 10/7/22 a provider fax received for referral to the Wound Clinic for colostomy skin issues. c. On 10/10/22 a Wound Nurse called by a facility staff nurse and a voice message left. d. On 10/11/22 colostomy stoma excoriated and painful when leaking colostomy bag changed. e. On 10/12/22 Resident #9 admitted to Hospice service. f. On 10/18/22 documentation reported the colostomy bag change had been painful; stoma and surrounding skin excoriated, with no new treatment orders. g. On 10/19 the colostomy bag had leaked. h. On 10/22/22 the colostomy bag had leaked. i. On 10/26 the consulting Pharmacist documented there had been problems with excoriated skin around the stoma and the leaking of the colostomy bag. j. On 10/30/22 the facility obtained non-alcohol-based products from Hospice to use during colostomy bag change. k. Documentation on 11/4/22 shown Resident #9 experienced pain with colostomy bag change and the change of bag needed due to leaking. l. On 11/5/22 the facility documented the Hospice Nurse obtained a new order for Resident #9 to have oral morphine sulfate (narcotic pain medication) prior to colostomy bag changes. m. On 11/10/22 the facility Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) documented Resident #9 had excoriation around the stoma and had discussed with the Hospice nurse. n. On 11/15/22 facility Staff N had documented Resident #9 had experienced pain during the colostomy bag change, had been pre-medicated prior to bag change, had excoriated skin, colostomy bag had been changed due to leaking. Review of Hospice Care documentation showed Resident #9: a. admitted to Hospice services 10/12/22. admission orders had included Hospice would supply colostomy supplies. b. Hospice staff had documented on 10/24/22 Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change, edge of colostomy stoma excoriated and open, new barrier creams and spray adhesive applied with colostomy bag change. c. On 10/27/22 Hospice staff had documented the facility staff had verbalized that overnight; the colostomy bag had leaked, therefore changed, and resident had pain with colostomy bag change. d. On 10/31/22 the Hospice staffs had documented Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had also documented on 10/31/22 the facility DON had been contacted by text; due to Hospice staffs not having access to the facility Electronic Health Records. e. Hospice staff documented on 11/4/22 that facility staff had reported Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had requested the Hospice staff contact Provider for pain medication pre-colostomy bag change. f. On 11/5/22 the Hospice staff had documented an order for liquid pain medication had been obtained from Resident #9 provider. g. On 11/10/22 the Hospice staff documented resident's colostomy bag leaked overnight, had been changed and the resident had pain. h. The Hospice staff documented on 11/14/22 that Resident #9's colostomy bag had been changed four times overnight due to leaking, Hospice staff changed the colostomy bag again on 11/14/22 (Fifth time) due to bag having leaked, and the stoma/skin documented as red, excoriated, and bleeding. i. On 11/17/22 Hospice staff documented the colostomy stoma/skin continued to be red, excoriated, and bleeding. j. On 11/19/22 the Hospice staff documented being contacted by facility staff that resident needed the colostomy bag change overnight due to the bag leaking, resident had been pre-medicated, and Resident #9 verbalized pain with procedure and medication had not helped to relieve pain. Review of the Provider Orders Charted the following: a. On 8/2/2022 the Provider ordered Tylenol 500 mg, and Resident #9 could take two up to three times a day as needed. b. On 9/27/22 the Provider ordered Stomahesive Powder, apply as ordered and then discontinued it on 10/28/22. c. On 10/07/22 the resident's Provider ordered for Resident #9 to have a referral for colostomy evaluation by a Wound Nurse or Ostomy Nurse. The facility documented a voice message left for an Ostomy Nurse on 10/10/22. d. On 10/28/22 to 11/2/22, the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder to be applied to gauze and then patted onto the stoma site as directed. e. On 11/2/2022 the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder and then Stomahesive Spray to be used. Directions had been provided for the colostomy change process. f. The Provider had ordered on 11/5/22 and then discontinued on 11/9/22 a medication order for Morphine Concentrate Solution administer 0.25 milliliters orally as needed for pain every four hours. g. Resident #9's Provider ordered on 11/9/22 and discontinued 11/21/22 for pain control medication, Morphine Concentrate Solution dose had remained the same; 0.25 milliliters, but now every 2 hours as needed for pain (Colostomy pouch changes, suprapubic catheter changes, or shortness of breath). h. On 11/21/22, Resident #9's Provider increased the Morphine Sulfate Concentration Solution to 0.5 milliliters as needed every two hours for pain. Review of Resident #9 Electronic Medication Administration Records (EMAR) had shown the following: a. The October 2022 EMAR had shown Resident #9 had been administered Tylenol 1000 milligrams a total of three times for leg pain. Review of the residents November 2022 EMAR shown the resident had been administered the pain medication Morphine Concentrate Solution a total of zero times between 11/5/22 and 11/9/22. Further review of the pain medication administration EMAR shown for November 2022 from 11/9/22 forward there had been a total of six times the resident had been administered the as needed every two hours medication. Review of the November 2022 EMAR showed the dates of administration as: 11/11, 11/15, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. Further review shown Resident #9 had not been administered Tylenol during the month of November 2022. Review of the Narcotic Administration Record shown pain medication administration had been a total of seven times on the dates: 11/11, 11/14, 11/16, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 8:50 AM, the Hospice Nurse revealed the documented facility colostomy bag changes and the number of bags provided by the Hospice Nurse had not been equal. The Hospice Nurse stated keeping the facility supplied with ostomy supplies had been challenging due to the facility Treatment Assessment Record not being completed with every colostomy bag change, therefore to reconcile the number of colostomy bag changes completed had not been achievable. The Hospice Nurse further stated the resident had not been medicated pre-colostomy change procedure as ordered. The Hospice Nurse requested a phone call be made to a daughter-in-law (by Hospice) to obtain information for a stoma spray that had been used in the past successfully by the resident. The Hospice Nurse stated the adhesive spray product had then been supplied by Hospice. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 1:18 PM, the facility Pharmacist, reported no communication between the Pharmacist and the facility DON, facility staff, or Hospice staff regarding the Stomahesive Spray. The Pharmacist stated a product called Stomahesive spray did not exist to purchase, and no product sent to the care facility. The Pharmacist further stated the facility DON entered the order on the EMAR. The Pharmacist stated a voice activated message from the Provider received and the facility had not asked the Pharmacy to clarify with the Provider. During an interview with the DON on 11/29/22 at 1:41 PM, the subject of Care Plans and updating resident need changes discussed. The DON stated the resident admitted to Hospice 10/12/22 and then Hospice should have completed the updates on the Care Plans. When asked about Skin Sheets, the DON stated the nurse who assessed a skin discrepancy was expected to initiate a Skin Sheet. When asked about the resident order for an Ostomy or Wound Nurse to evaluate the stoma skin and colostomy bag attachment issues, the DON stated the Hospice Nurse was to evaluate. The DON when asked about assessment of resident pain, stated the facility had not completed pain sheets daily or by shifts. The DON further stated the resident pain is documented on the EMAR if pain medication had been administered. On 11/29/22 at 3:56 PM an interview was completed with Staff N, RN who stated she had asked the DON to set up a resident colostomy evaluation early October 2022. Staff N further stated during the facility third shift (Staff N worked) that calling for a consult had not been possible. Staff N stated the facility Administration and the DON had not initiated a colostomy evaluation for the resident. Staff N unaware if Resident #9 had a Skin Sheet for the colostomy stoma. Staff N explained the facility Treatment Administration Record (TAR) had not included an area to document as needed colostomy bag changes. Staff N knew Hospice supplied the stoma adhesive spray. When asked about pain documentation, Staff N stated the documentation would have been written within the Progress Notes or if pain medication had been administered then the EMAR would have had a pain number documented pre and post pain medication administration. Based on observation, record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to document assessments per the facility fall protocol for one of two residents reviewed (Resident #5) and failed to document assessments of a resident's skin surrounding the stoma after the colostomy bag had been changed four times in a day (Resident #9). The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings Include: 1. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #5 as severely cognitively impaired with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 4 out of 15. The MDS also identified her with the following diagnoses: cerebrovascular accident (a stroke), Non-Alzheimer's Dementia and spinal stenosis, and she required extensive staff assistance with locomotion off the unit and with bathing. A review of the Incident Report dated 10/9/22 at 10:00 AM, documented the resident with a hematoma to the right side of her head which measured 5 centimeters (cm) by 5 cm. Fall not witnessed and occurred in her room. On 8/7/22 the Care Plan identified the resident with the problem of being at risk for falls due to impaired mobility and impaired cognition from spinal stenosis, chronic pain, and dementia. The Care Plan directed the staff to follow these interventions: a. Regarding the fall on 10/1/22: sign in room to remind resident to use her call light for help and high-low bed with bilateral grab bars to assist me with repositioning myself. b. Needs the assist times one staff with gait belt and walker for transfers and ambulation. c. Use a wheelchair that staff propel her in when her back pain is limiting her ambulation or for off unit i.e.: scale as needed, appointments, etc. d. Regarding fall on 3/18: Lyrica discontinued. e. Staff are to not put a chux on resident's recliner. f. Staff to remind resident to walk closer to her walker when ambulating as needed to help her maintain better balance. A review of the Nurse's Progress Notes revealed the following: a. On 10/9/22 at 2:01 PM, this nurse called to this resident's room, upon entry noted resident lying on her right side facing the bathroom. Grips equal. This nurse rolled resident onto her back no shortening of either leg and no rotation noted to either foot. Resident sat in sitting position and she says her leg hurts. This nurse palpated both hips and noted no difference at this time. Gait belt placed on resident and this nurse and a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) stood resident up and the resident expressed that her leg hurts and this nurse noted outward rotation to right foot. Resident placed in bed and pillow placed between legs. Physician called and received orders to transport to the emergency room (ER). b. Ambulance left with resident around 11:30 AM. c. At 1:31 PM the hospital called and reported fracture to right hip. A review of the Neuro Flow Sheet revealed only one assessment with vital signs and a neuro check completed at 10:00 AM. No documentation noted for 10:15, 10:30, 10:45 and 11:00 AM as per fall protocol of every 15 minutes 4 times after fall occurred. In an interview on 11/14/22 at 1:20 PM, Staff J, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reported after a resident experiences an unwitnessed fall, the nurse should check vital signs, do neuro checks, check for any rotation to any of the extremities, check for injury and should be done every 15 minutes four times, every 30 minutes four times and hourly four times then every 4 hours twice and once a shift for 72 hours. In an interview on 11/14/22 at 1:34 PM, the MDS Coordinator/LPN reported the following: a. After a resident has an unwitnessed fall and there is a hematoma noted to the head, the nurse should check neuros and vital signs every 15 minutes four times, every 30 minutes four times, hourly four times, every 4 hours twice then once a shift for the next 72 hours. These should be documented on the Neuro Flow Sheet. b. When Resident #5 fell on [DATE] in the morning, before lunch in the morning. The aide notified her of the fall and when she assessed the resident, the resident laid on the floor and complained of pain. She did have a hematoma above her right eyebrow. c. When asked why the Neuro Flow Sheet did not have any documentation of vitals, neuro checks, etc after 10:00 AM, she reported she had been preparing for the resident to be taken to the hospital. That it happened on a weekend where only one other nurse and an aide worked the Care Center (where the long term residents reside). In an interview on 11/16/22 at 10:37 AM, Staff R, LPN reported when a resident has an unwitnessed fall, the nurse should assess, get vital signs, find out if it was unwitnessed, any injuries, check the area to see if there is a safety concern, do the neuro checks every 15 minutes for an hour, hourly after the first hour for 4 hours and after that she could not recall how often. These should be documented on a Neuro Assessment/Post Fall Form, this is recorded on a paper form, then gets scanned into the Electronic Medication Record (EMR), but don't know who is responsible. She also reported the MDS Coordinator did not call her for help to complete some of those assessments. And the only reason she could think of as to why it was not done was they were short staffed. On the weekends, it would be common for one nurse to be responsible for 30 residents. Staff often call in sick on the weekends. She could not recall any other details regarding Resident #5's fall as she had cared for residents in the opposite hall. Staff R did recall the hospital called later to report the resident had a fracture of the hip. Upon request for a policy on assessment/intervention, the Administrator reported the facility did not have one.
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 F0697 (Tag F0697)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on clinical record review, Hospice Nurse, Pharmacist and facility staff interviews, the facility failed to failed to assess and intervene for residents with pain for one of three residents revie...

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Based on clinical record review, Hospice Nurse, Pharmacist and facility staff interviews, the facility failed to failed to assess and intervene for residents with pain for one of three residents reviewed. The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings Include: The MDS had identified Resident #9 as cognitively intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13 upon admission 8/2/22 and then rescored a 12 on 10/18/22. Diagnoses included: A left hip surgical repair (patient had fallen and fractured left hip July 22), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), chronic Atrial Fibrillation and Premature Ventricular Contractions (both irregular heartbeats), Benign Prostrate Hypertrophy with urinary obstruction requiring a suprapubic catheter placement due to urinary retention, a history of colon/rectal cancer had led to surgery and the placement of a colostomy (for bowel) 2015. The admission MDS identified Resident #9's skin conditions as a surgical wound (left hip) and Moisture Associated Skin Damage (MASD) of the coccyx area. The Care Plan dated as last revised 8/11/22 stated Resident #9 had needed staff assistance with management of the bowel colostomy to include assistance with emptying the colostomy bag, monitor the stoma and surrounding area and to notify the physician with concerns. The resident Care Plan lacked being updated to include colostomy stoma skin issues, resident pain incurred during colostomy bag changes, and lacked updating the changed process of colostomy stoma wafer, bag changes and Provider ordered colostomy products to be used. A review of the facility Progress Notes documented the following: a. On 9/15/22 at 6:31 PM, Staff X, Registered Nurse (RN) documented Resident #9's stoma site with excoriation and bleeding and a fax had been sent to the residents' Provider. b. The next colostomy/stoma documentation on 9/20/22 at 2:16 PM, stated the Physician had ordered for Resident #9 to have an evaluation of colostomy for fit. c. The MDS Coordinator documented on 9/23/22 at 11:43 AM, a clarification for colostomy bag change to have been every 3 days. d. On 9/24/22 at 3:07 PM, documentation indicated 50% of the stoma site had been excoriated and bleeding. e. On 9/26/22 at 8:15 PM, documentation showed the colostomy bag was leaking, and the skin surrounding the stoma had been open and excoriated. f. Staff N, RN documented on 9/26/22 at 9:59 PM, that a fax received from Resident #9's Provider directed to use Stoma Powder and a Wound Clinic or Ostomy Nurse needed to be contacted for colostomy treatment and recommendations; information had been left for the facility DON. The facility Progress Notes showed further documentation of the colostomy stoma/skin excoriation, bleeding, and leaking colostomy bag issues had been documented as follows: a. On 9/28/22 by the consulting Pharmacist, 9/29/22 by Nursing Staff. b. On 10/7/22 a provider fax received for referral to the Wound Clinic for colostomy skin issues. c. On 10/10/22 a Wound Nurse called by a facility staff nurse and a voice message left. d. On 10/11/22 colostomy stoma excoriated and painful when leaking colostomy bag changed. e. On 10/12/22 Resident #9 admitted to Hospice service. f. On 10/18/22 documentation reported the colostomy bag change had been painful; stoma and surrounding skin excoriated, with no new treatment orders. g. On 10/19 the colostomy bag had leaked. h. On 10/22/22 the colostomy bag had leaked. i. On 10/26 the consulting Pharmacist documented there had been problems with excoriated skin around the stoma and the leaking of the colostomy bag. j. On 10/30/22 the facility obtained non-alcohol-based products from Hospice to use during colostomy bag change. k. Documentation on 11/4/22 shown Resident #9 experienced pain with colostomy bag change and the change of bag needed due to leaking. l. On 11/5/22 the facility documented the Hospice Nurse obtained a new order for Resident #9 to have oral morphine sulfate (narcotic pain medication) prior to colostomy bag changes. m. On 11/10/22 the facility Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) documented Resident #9 had excoriation around the stoma and had discussed with the Hospice nurse. n. On 11/15/22 facility Staff N had documented Resident #9 had experienced pain during the colostomy bag change, had been pre-medicated prior to bag change, had excoriated skin, colostomy bag had been changed due to leaking. Review of Hospice Care documentation showed Resident #9: a. admitted to Hospice services 10/12/22. admission orders had included Hospice would supply colostomy supplies. b. Hospice staff had documented on 10/24/22 Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change, edge of colostomy stoma excoriated and open, new barrier creams and spray adhesive applied with colostomy bag change. c. On 10/27/22 Hospice staff had documented the facility staff had verbalized that overnight; the colostomy bag had leaked, therefore changed, and resident had pain with colostomy bag change. d. On 10/31/22 the Hospice staffs had documented Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had also documented on 10/31/22 the facility DON had been contacted by text; due to Hospice staffs not having access to the facility Electronic Health Records. e. Hospice staff documented on 11/4/22 that facility staff had reported Resident #9 had pain with colostomy bag change and had requested the Hospice staff contact Provider for pain medication pre-colostomy bag change. f. On 11/5/22 the Hospice staff had documented an order for liquid pain medication had been obtained from Resident #9 provider. g. On 11/10/22 the Hospice staff documented resident's colostomy bag leaked overnight, had been changed and the resident had pain. h. The Hospice staff documented on 11/14/22 that Resident #9's colostomy bag had been changed four times overnight due to leaking, Hospice staff changed the colostomy bag again on 11/14/22 (Fifth time) due to bag having leaked, and the stoma/skin documented as red, excoriated, and bleeding. i. On 11/17/22 Hospice staff documented the colostomy stoma/skin continued to be red, excoriated, and bleeding. j. On 11/19/22 the Hospice staff documented being contacted by facility staff that resident needed the colostomy bag change overnight due to the bag leaking, resident had been pre-medicated, and Resident #9 verbalized pain with procedure and medication had not helped to relieve pain. Review of the Provider Orders Charted the following: a. On 8/2/2022 the Provider ordered Tylenol 500 mg, and Resident #9 could take two up to three times a day as needed. b. On 9/27/22 the Provider ordered Stomahesive Powder, apply as ordered and then discontinued it on 10/28/22. c. On 10/07/22 the resident's Provider ordered for Resident #9 to have a referral for colostomy evaluation by a Wound Nurse or Ostomy Nurse. The facility documented a voice message left for an Ostomy Nurse on 10/10/22. d. On 10/28/22 to 11/2/22, the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder to be applied to gauze and then patted onto the stoma site as directed. e. On 11/2/2022 the Provider ordered for Stomahesive Powder and then Stomahesive Spray to be used. Directions had been provided for the colostomy change process. f. The Provider had ordered on 11/5/22 and then discontinued on 11/9/22 a medication order for Morphine Concentrate Solution administer 0.25 milliliters orally as needed for pain every four hours. g. Resident #9's Provider ordered on 11/9/22 and discontinued 11/21/22 for pain control medication, Morphine Concentrate Solution dose had remained the same; 0.25 milliliters, but now very 2 hours as needed for pain (Colostomy pouch changes, suprapubic catheter changes, or shortness of breath). h. On 11/21/22, Resident #9's Provider increased the Morphine Sulfate Concentration Solution to 0.5 milliliters as needed every two hours for pain. Review of Resident #9 Electronic Medication Administration Records (EMAR) had shown the following: a. The October 2022 EMAR had shown Resident #9 had been administered Tylenol 1000 milligrams a total of three times for leg pain. Review of the residents November 2022 EMAR shown the resident had been administered the pain medication Morphine Concentrate Solution a total of zero times between 11/5/22 and 11/9/22. Further review of the pain medication administration EMAR shown for November 2022 from 11/9/22 forward there had been a total of six times the resident had been administered the as needed every two hours medication. Review of the November 2022 EMAR showed the dates of administration as: 11/11, 11/15, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. Further review shown Resident #9 had not been administered Tylenol during the month of November 2022. Review of the Narcotic Administration Record shown pain medication administration had been a total of seven times on the dates: 11/11, 11/14, 11/16, 11/18, 11/19, 11/22 and 11/23/22. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 8:50 AM, the Hospice Nurse revealed the documented facility colostomy bag changes and the number of bags provided by the Hospice Nurse had not been equal. The Hospice Nurse stated keeping the facility supplied with ostomy supplies had been challenging due to the facility Treatment Assessment Record not being completed with every colostomy bag change, therefore to reconcile the number of colostomy bag changes completed had not been achievable. The Hospice Nurse further stated the resident had not been medicated pre-colostomy change procedure as ordered. The Hospice Nurse requested a phone call be made to a daughter-in-law (by Hospice) to obtain information for a stoma spray that had been used in the past successfully by the resident. The Hospice Nurse stated the adhesive spray product had then been supplied by Hospice. In an interview on 11/28/22 at 1:18 PM, the facility Pharmacist, reported no communication between the Pharmacist and the facility DON, facility staff, or Hospice staff regarding the Stomahesive Spray. The Pharmacist stated a product called Stomahesive spray did not exist to purchase, and no product sent to the care facility. The Pharmacist further stated the facility DON entered the order on the EMAR. The Pharmacist stated a voice activated message from the Provider received and the facility had not asked the Pharmacy to clarify with the Provider. During an interview with the DON on 11/29/22 at 1:41 PM, the subject of Care Plans and updating resident need changes discussed. The DON stated the resident admitted to Hospice 10/12/22 and then Hospice should have completed the updates on the Care Plans. When asked about Skin Sheets, the DON stated the nurse who assessed a skin discrepancy was expected to initiate a Skin Sheet. When asked about the resident order for an Ostomy or Wound Nurse to evaluate the stoma skin and colostomy bag attachment issues, the DON stated the Hospice Nurse was to evaluate. The DON when asked about assessment of resident pain, stated the facility had not completed pain sheets daily or by shifts. The DON further stated the resident pain is documented on the EMAR if pain medication had been administered. On 11/29/22 at 3:56 PM an interview was completed with Staff N, RN who stated she had asked the DON to set up a resident colostomy evaluation early October 2022. Staff N further stated during the facility third shift (Staff N worked) that calling for a consult had not been possible. Staff N stated the facility Administration and the DON had not initiated a colostomy evaluation for the resident. Staff N unaware if Resident #9 had a Skin Sheet for the colostomy stoma. Staff N explained the facility Treatment Administration Record (TAR) had not included an area to document as needed colostomy bag changes. Staff N knew Hospice supplied the stoma adhesive spray. When asked about pain documentation, Staff N stated the documentation would have been written within the Progress Notes or if pain medication had been administered then the EMAR would have had a pain number documented pre and post pain medication administration.
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 F0910 (Tag F0910)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observations, record review, family and staff interviews, the facility failed to properly maintain heat registers in the residents rooms to prevent any possible injuries to occur for two of t...

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Based on observations, record review, family and staff interviews, the facility failed to properly maintain heat registers in the residents rooms to prevent any possible injuries to occur for two of three residents (Resident #3 and #4). The facility reported 57 residents. Findings Include: Observations of Resident #3's room revealed the following: a. On 11/2/22 at 2:35 PM, the heat register with metal pieces that appear bent. b. On 11/29/22 at 10:00 AM, heat register remains unchanged with bent pieces of metal and unrepaired. Observations on 11/8/22 at 11:29 AM with the Maintenance Director of Resident #4's room, revealed the heat register had one end still bent up. A review of Resident #4's Nurse's Notes revealed the following: a. On 10/2/22 at 12:34 PM, the resident observed with both feet hanging over edge of the bed with small abrasions noted to tips of great, 2nd and 3rd toes. Areas cleaned with NS and wrapped with gauze. In an interview on 11/2/22 at 7:15 PM, the Resident #4's family member reported there had been an incident where his foot fell over the side of the bed and hit the heat register which caused lacerations to his toes. In an interview on 11/3/22 at 12:28 PM, Staff A, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reported the resident's spouse reported the resident's left leg fell off the bed and hit his foot on the foot register and got caught in between the metal parts. Staff A could not recall if the heat register had been repaired. In an interview on 11/8/22 at 11:29 AM, the Maintenance/Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor reported when there are problems identified in resident's rooms, Nursing Staff are responsible for sending him requests for repairs. He reported he never received a request to repair the heat register in Resident #4's room. One of his Housekeepers reported that one of the heat register's covers popped off and they straightened it back up and put it back on. In an interview on 11/8/22 at 12:02 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) reported she had not been informed of the heat register in the resident's room being in need of repair. She thought the family had reported it to the Social Worker. In an interview with the 11/10/22 at 1:54 PM, the resident's spouse reported underneath the windows are heat registers and there is one sheet of metal that goes across there. She had straightened up the sheets on his bed and noticed one of the panels from the heat register on the floor and a puddle of blood on the floor. She reported the problem to one of the nurse's and informed her that they required maintenance. No one ever came to fix it. Several days went by and that piece of the heat register still laid on the floor. The resident had been able to push the bed away from the wall enough that one of his legs dropped down in to the coil of the heater. He ended up getting some cuts to his toes to the left leg which the nurse cleaned up and put band aides on. In an interview on 11/29/22 at 11:22 AM, the Social Worker reported Resident #4's family informed her that his foot had fallen off the bed onto the register and the heat register caused him to have a scrape on his foot. She reported her follow-up for that had been that she contacted the Maintenance Director who informed her that it had already been fixed by that point. She did not have any documentation of this request. When asked if the facility had a policy regarding maintenance repairs, the Administrator reported they did not have one.
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

  • "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
  • • 16 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
  • • $46,257 in fines. Higher than 94% of Iowa facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
Bottom line: Mixed indicators with Trust Score of 60/100. Visit in person and ask pointed questions.

About This Facility

What is Solon Nursing Care Center's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns Solon Nursing Care Center an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Iowa, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.

How is Solon Nursing Care Center Staffed?

CMS rates Solon Nursing Care Center's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 48%, compared to the Iowa average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 67%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.

What Have Inspectors Found at Solon Nursing Care Center?

State health inspectors documented 16 deficiencies at Solon Nursing Care Center during 2022 to 2024. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm and 14 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.

Who Owns and Operates Solon Nursing Care Center?

Solon Nursing Care Center is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 96 certified beds and approximately 82 residents (about 85% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Solon, Iowa.

How Does Solon Nursing Care Center Compare to Other Iowa Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Iowa, Solon Nursing Care Center's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (48%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Solon Nursing Care Center?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"

Is Solon Nursing Care Center Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, Solon Nursing Care Center has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Iowa. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.

Do Nurses at Solon Nursing Care Center Stick Around?

Solon Nursing Care Center has a staff turnover rate of 48%, which is about average for Iowa nursing homes (state average: 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 Solon Nursing Care Center Ever Fined?

Solon Nursing Care Center has been fined $46,257 across 1 penalty action. The Iowa average is $33,541. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.

Is Solon Nursing Care Center on Any Federal Watch List?

Solon Nursing Care Center 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.