HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER

336 EDGEWOOD DRIVE, PINEVILLE, LA 71360 (318) 442-9552
For profit - Limited Liability company 130 Beds CENTRAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY Data: November 2025 2 Immediate Jeopardy citations
Trust Grade
1/100
#209 of 264 in LA
Last Inspection: January 2025

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

Overview

Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the quality of care provided. It ranks #209 out of 264 facilities in Louisiana, placing it in the bottom half of the state, and #6 out of 9 in Rapides County, where only a few local options are better. The facility is worsening, with issues increasing from 5 in 2023 to 13 in 2025. Staffing is average with a 3/5 rating and a turnover rate of 49%, which is close to the state average. However, the facility has no fines on record, which is a positive sign, and it boasts more RN coverage than 90% of Louisiana facilities, ensuring better oversight of resident care. Unfortunately, there have been serious incidents reported, including a resident who fell multiple times and wasn't properly monitored for pain or transferred to the hospital in a timely manner, resulting in significant injuries. Another resident experienced delays in receiving necessary medical attention following a fall, raising concerns about the adherence to physician orders. These critical findings highlight a troubling pattern of neglect that families should carefully consider when evaluating this facility.

Trust Score
F
1/100
In Louisiana
#209/264
Bottom 21%
Safety Record
High Risk
Review needed
Inspections
Getting Worse
5 → 13 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
49% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Louisiana facilities.
Skilled Nurses
⚠ Watch
Each resident gets only 25 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Louisiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
Violations
⚠ Watch
23 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Overall Rating
★★★☆☆
3.0
Staff Levels
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Care Quality
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2023: 5 issues
2025: 13 issues

The Good

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

Facility shows strength in fire safety.

The Bad

1-Star Overall Rating

Below Louisiana average (2.4)

Significant quality concerns identified by CMS

Staff Turnover: 49%

Near Louisiana avg (46%)

Higher turnover may affect care consistency

Chain: CENTRAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

The Ugly 23 deficiencies on record

2 life-threatening
Aug 2025 3 deficiencies 2 IJ
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's right to be free from neglect by failing to pro...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's right to be free from neglect by failing to provide the necessary care and services to 1 (Resident #1) of 3 (Resident #1, Resident #2 and Resident #3) sampled residents. Findings:The deficient practice resulted in an Immediate Jeopardy situation for Resident #1 on 07/24/2025 at approximately 2:30 a.m. when Resident #1 was found on the floor by S3 LPN and complained of neck pain. Resident #1 was placed back into bed and S3 LPN failed to notify the Physician of Resident #1's fall and failed to medicate Resident #1 for complaints of pain. Resident #1 sustained a second fall on 07/24/2025 at 4:30 a.m. and then complained of neck, back, and head pain at that time. Resident #1 was transported to the hospital on [DATE] at 7:40 a.m. and was diagnosed with a fracture of his C-4, C-5 and C-6. Pain medications that were ordered and available for Resident #1 were not administered.S1 Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy situation on 08/27/2025 at 2:45 p.m.This deficient practice continued at a potential for more than minimal harm for all residents in the facility that had the potential to fall or required the need for pain medications. The census was 89.Findings: On 08/25/2025, a review of the facility's policy titled Abuse-Neglect Prevention Manual with a revision date of 04/03/2025, revealed in part., Definitions: (G). Neglect is the failure of the facility, its employees or service providers to provide goods and services to a resident that are necessary to avoid physical harm, pain, mental anguish, or emotional stress. On 08/25/2025, a review of the facility's policy titled Falls, with no revision date, revealed in part.Procedure: 3. Ascertain extent and type of injury.4. Make resident as comfortable as condition permits.5. Notify physician for further orders. Follow nursing interventions if required.6. Notify family or guardian.7. Document details in nurses' notes. (All shifts will complete a follow-up note for at least 72 hours.)8. Fill out incident/accident formReview of Resident #1's medical record revealed an admit date of 07/21/2025 with diagnoses that included in part.Heart Disease Unspecified, Dementia in other Diseases, Mood Disturbance, Anxiety and Type II Diabetes Mellitus. Review of Resident #1's Discharge MDS with an ARD of 07/26/2025 revealed a BIMS score of 5 indicating severe cognitive impairment. Review of Resident #1's MDS revealed he required supervision or touching assistance with oral hygiene, personal hygiene; partial/moderate assistance with toileting hygiene, bathing and set-up or clean up assistance with eating. Resident #1 used a manual wheelchair for mobility had no impairments to upper/lower extremities. Review of Resident #1's care plan with a target date of 10/19/2025 revealed in part.1. Physical mobility impaired with interventions that included to assist with bed mobility, transfers, locomotion as necessary or requested, monitor for decline in mobility and notify physician of changes.2. Self-care deficit with interventions that included for resident to receive person-centered care; needs with assist with bathing, hygiene, dressing, and grooming.3. High Risk for falls related to Cerebrovascular Accident and Heart Disease with interventions that included turn bars on bed times two to assist with mobility, assist with transfers as needed, keep assistive devices in reach, keep bed in lowest position with wheels locked, and keep call light in reach. Review of an incident report dated 07/24/2025 at 4:30 a.m. by S4 LPN revealed in part .Nursing Description: This nurse was notified by CNA that resident was lying on the floor. As this nurse entered the room this nurse observed resident lying on the floor on his back between the bed and the air conditioner. Resident stated he didn't know what happened or how he got on the floor. No injuries noted anywhere to residents body upon full body assessment. Range of Motion within normal limits. Resident stated he was having some back, head and neck pain. Daughter notified of incident and transfer of resident to ER to be evaluated and treated. Immediate Action Taken: Full body assessment, Vital signs taken, pain assessment, assisted back into bed x 3 person assist to wait on ambulance to transfer to hospital. Level of Pain-10. Review of Resident #1's Medication Administration Record and Narcotic Log revealed no documentation of pain medicine administered on 07/24/2025. Review of Resident #1's nursing progress notes dated 07/24/2025 at 7:40 a.m. by S2 DON revealed in part.ambulance here to transport resident to the hospital per stretcher due to pain from fall. Nursing progress note dated 07/24/2025 at 1:20 p.m. revealed in part. report received from the hospital regarding resident. Nurse reports CT of the head clear but neck shows C-4 and C-5 fracture and resident will be coming back to the nursing home in a C-collar and to follow up with neurosurgery in 2 weeks. Family aware and has been at the hospital with resident. Review of Resident #1's x-ray dated 07/24/2025 revealed in part.CT of Cervical Spine without contrast. History: Neck pain, fall. Impression: Osteoporosis, mild anterior subluxation C4-C5 and prior anterior and posterior bony fusion C5-C7. Transverse fracture through the body of C5 with additional transverse fractures extending through the fused posterior elements of C5-C6 and this fracture configuration is felt to be unstable. Fractures through the posterior elements of C-4 non-displaced. Interview on 08/25/2025 at 2:00 p.m. with S2 DON revealed Resident #1 was at the facility for 5 days (07/21/2025 through 07/26/2025), on respite care. S2 DON revealed on 07/23/2025 Resident #1 was agitated and kept trying to get out of his wheelchair to ambulate. S2 DON revealed Resident #1 was becoming more difficult to handle. S2 DON stated on 07/24/2024 at 4:30 a.m. Resident #1 was heard hollering by S5 CNA and was found in his room on the floor. S5 CNA stayed with Resident #1 while S6 CNA summoned S3 LPN and S4 LPN. Resident #1 complained of head and neck pain and was sent to the hospital for evaluation. S2 DON stated Resident #1 was diagnosed with fractures to C-4 and C-5 and returned back to the facility on [DATE] at approximately 3:00 p.m. Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 8:20 a.m. with S5 CNA revealed on 07/24/2024 S7 CNA came and got her to help with Resident #1, because he had fallen. S5 CNA stated they called for S3 LPN. S5 CNA stated Resident #1 had been up by the nurse's station earlier in the shift saying he wanted to go home. Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 8:24 a.m. with S3 LPN revealed she provided care for Resident #1 on 07/24/2025 for the 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shift. S3 LPN stated at approximately 4:30 a.m. S6 CNA came to the nurse's station and stated Resident #1 had fallen. S3 LPN stated when she and S4 LPN entered Resident #1's room he was lying on the floor between the bed and air conditioner. S3 LPN stated she assessed Resident #1 and helped him back to bed with the assistance of S5 CNA and S7 CNA .S3 LPN stated Resident #1 complained of head and neck pain. S3 LPN stated Resident #1 had been restless all night and kept trying to get out of the bed. S3 LPN stated Resident #1 had fallen earlier in the morning on 07/24/2025 at approximately 2:00-2:30 a.m. S3 LPN stated S4 LPN and S6 CNA helped her to put Resident #1 back in the bed after the first fall. S3 LPN stated she did not notify the physician or responsible party that resident #1 had fallen between 2:00-2:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. S3 LPN stated she did not document the fall or tell S1 DON that Resident #1 had fallen between 2:00-2:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. S3 LPN confirmed she should have notified the physician and documented that Resident #1 had fallen at 2:00-2:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. During the interview S3 LPN confirmed the following: Resident #1 complained of neck and head pain rated a 10 after the 4:30 a.m. fall; S3 LPN waited 3 hours to send Resident #1 to the hospital after 2 unwitnessed falls. S3LPN failed to administer Resident #1 pain medications that were ordered and available at the facility.Telephone interview on 08/26/2024 at 8:45 a.m. with S6 CNA revealed she was on Resident #1's hall speaking with S5 CNA when they heard Resident #1 yell for help. S6 CNA stated when they entered Resident #1's room he was lying on the floor. S6 CNA stated S3 LPN, S4 LPN and S5 CNA assisted Resident #1 off the floor onto the bed. S6 CNA stated Resident #1 had complained of back and neck pain at this time and was moaning and groaning.Interview on 08/26/2025 at 9:16 a.m. with S7 CNA revealed she was the CNA assigned to Resident #1 on 07/24/2025 7:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. shift. S7 CNA stated Resident #1 fell twice on the 7:00 pm to 7:00 a.m. shift on 07/24/2025. S7 CNA stated the first fall was at approximately 2:30 a.m. and the second fall was 4:30 a.m. S7 CNA stated she was outside on break during the first fall and S6 CNA called her cell phone and said your resident (Resident #1) fell. S7 CNA revealed she went back into the facility to Resident #1's room, and S3 LPN, S4 LPN, S5 CNA, and S6 CNA had gotten him off the floor back in the bed. S7 CNA stated she had went to check on Resident #1 after his first fall and he was on the floor hollering. S7 CNA stated she called for S5 CNA and she summoned the S3 LPN. S7 CNA stated Resident #1 complained of his neck hurting and was groaning in pain. S7 CNA stated she told S3 LPN that Resident #1 was complaining of his neck hurting. S7 CNA stated she was told by S3 LPN to be quiet and let Resident #1 say if he was hurting. S7 CNA stated Resident #1 did not go to the hospital until much later, but continued to complain of neck pain. Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 11:45 a.m. with S4 LPN revealed Resident #1 had fallen twice on the 7:00 pm to 7:00 am shift on 07/24/2025. S4 LPN stated she did not remember the time of the first fall. S4 LPN revealed S3 LPN was the nurse for Resident #1 and she assisted her with the first fall. S4 LPN revealed she did not assist with the second fall that occurred at 4:30 a.m., but did complete the incident report. Interview on 08/26/2025 at 1:05 p.m. with S1 Administrator, S2 DON and S8 Corporate Nurse revealed they were unaware that Resident #1 had fallen twice on the 7:00 pm to 7:00 am shift on 07/24/2025. S1 Administrator, S2 DON and S8 Corporate Nurse confirmed the following: S3 LPN should have notified the physician and the responsible party of both falls, documented the first fall; and called the ambulance promptly and administered pain medications as necessary to Resident #1.Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 2:36 p.m. with S9 Hospice CNA revealed she arrived to the facility at 6:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. S9 Hospice CNA stated she was getting ready to bathe Resident #1 and Resident #1 was grimacing and said his neck was hurting. S9 Hospice CNA stated a nurse came in the room and said Resident #1 had fallen. Interview and record review on 08/26/2025 at 1:05 p.m. with S2 DON of Resident #1's 07/2025 Medication Administration Record and Narcotic Log confirmed no documentation of pain medication given on 07/24/2025. The Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 08/28/20205 at 3:25 p.m. The facility implemented and acceptable Plan of Removal as confirmed through onsite observations, interviews and record reviews prior to exit. Plan of Removal: Actions the facility will take:S3 LPN was suspended from work on 08/27/2025 due to the following reasons: neglecting to notify the MD of the fall, neglecting to document on the incident and neglecting to send the resident to the ER promptly. To establish a baseline a pre-test has been developed for each nurse to complete prior to the in-service. This pre-test contains questions related to documentation of falls in the medical record, notification of MD of regarding falls and sending residents to the ER immediately, if indicated. The pre-test also addresses administration of prn pain medications, if indicated.Education/Training Plan-In-services were initiated for all nurses by the DON and/or ADON on 08/27/2025 and will be completed by 08/28/2025. The in-service covers the following:-The requirements to notify the MD of each and every fall, regardless of injury. This notification should be documented in the medical record.-The requirements to document each and every fall in the medical record. The documentation should include a description of the incident and assessment of the resident.-The importance of promptly sending the resident to the emergency room, when indicated based on the assessment, or as ordered by the MD.-The importance of assessing for pain with falls and administering prn pain medication, if ordered and indicated.-Nurses were reminded to always notify the DON or ADON with any questions or concerns. They were also instructed to immediately notify the DON or ADON with any injury requiring and emergency room visit.To ensure understanding of the in-service, a post-test has been developed for each nurse to complete following the in-service. This post-test also contains questions related to documentation of falls in the medical record, notification of MD of regarding falls and sending residents to the ER immediately, if indicated. The post-test also addresses administration of prn medications, if indicated.Additional in-services will be initiated for all nurses by the DON and/or ADON beginning on 08/28/2025. This in-service will address the following:-The definition of neglect-examples of neglect will be reviewed, which will include the following, at a minimum; Failing to notify the MD of a fall with injury, failing to document a fall, failing to document as assessment following a fall, and failing to promptly send the resident to the ER.Nurses will not be allowed to work until they have been in-serviced. Monitoring of Implemented Actions:To ensure residents are promptly cared for following a fall and no neglect has occurred, a QAPI Monitor had been implemented and will begin on 08/28/2025 to ensure the MD was notified, an assessment was documented, the resident was sent to the ER in a timely manner, if ordered or required, and pain medication was administered, if ordered and indicated. This monitor will be completed by the DON or designee on each fall that occurs 3 times a week for 6 weeks, and then monthly thereafter until compliance is reached.To ensure residents are promptly cared for, falls are addressed and no neglect has occurred, and additional QAPI Monitor has been created. The DON or designee will randomly interview 5 CNA's and 3 nurses, questioning their knowledge of any recent falls. If the staff member recalls a fall, this information will be reconciled with the medical record for compliance. This monitor will be completed 3 x week for 6 weeks, and then monthly thereafter until compliance is reached.To ensure continued understanding of the in-service related to neglect, the DON or designee will interview a random sample of at least 3 nurses 3 x a week for 6 weeks, and them monthly thereafter until compliance is reached. This interview will contain questions related to neglect, notification of MD with falls, documentation of falls in the medical record, documentation of assessments related to falls and sending a resident to the ER promptly when ordered or as required.The effectiveness of the corrective actions will be discussed weekly for 6 weeks at the Quality Assurance and Performances Improvement Meeting with findings added to the QAPI minutes. Additional in-services and/or corrective actions will be implemented as needed.
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Deficiency F0658 (Tag F0658)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to provide care and services that met professional standards of quality...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to provide care and services that met professional standards of quality for 1 (Resident #1) of 3 (Resident #1, Resident #2, and Resident #3) sampled residents, by failing to ensure physician orders were followed timely for the management of pain, and timely hospital transfer after a fall.Findings:The deficient practice resulted in an Immediate Jeopardy situation for Resident #1 on 07/24/2025 at approximately 2:30 a.m. when Resident #1 complained of neck pain after being found on the floor by S3 LPN. S3 LPN failed to notify the physician of the fall and failed to administer pain medications that were ordered and available to give. Resident #1 sustained a second fall on 07/24/2025 at 4:30 a.m. and complained of neck, back, and head pain at a 10 out of 10 on the pain scale at that time. Resident #1 was not transferred to the hospital for evaluation until 3 hours after transfer orders had been given to S3 LPN. On 07/24/2025 at 1:20 p.m. the hospital notified the facility that Resident #1 had a fracture of his C-4, C-5 and C-6.S1 Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy situation on 08/27/2025 at 2:45 p.m.This deficient practice continued at a potential for more than minimal harm for all residents in the facility. The census was 89.Findings: Review of a facility's policy titled Code of Ethics with no revision date, revealed in part.2. Facility maintains accurate and reliable clinical documentation to insure that all patient care services are medically necessary and conform with all requirements for the delivery of quality patient care services. Review of a facility's policy titled Code of Conduct, with no revision date, revealed in part.The Code of Conduct is in effect at this facility to protect the rights and safety of all employees and patients. Any employee guilty of any of the following will be subject to immediate dismissal: (21). Inefficiency, inability and/or gross or repeated negligence in the performance of assigned duties. Review of Resident #1's medical record revealed an admit date of 07/21/2025 with diagnoses that included in part.Heart Disease Unspecified, Dementia in other Diseases, Mood Disturbance, Anxiety and Type II Diabetes Mellitus. Review of Resident #1's Discharge MDS with an ARD of 07/26/2025 revealed a BIMS score of 5 indicating severe cognitive impairment. Review of Resident #1's MDS revealed he required supervision or touching assistance with oral hygiene, personal hygiene; partial/moderate assistance with toileting hygiene, bathing and set-up or clean up assistance with eating. Resident #1 used a manual wheelchair for mobility had no impairments to upper/lower extremities. Review of Resident #1's care plan with a target date of 10/19/2025 revealed in part.1. Physical mobility impaired with interventions that included to assist with bed mobility, transfers, locomotion as necessary or requested, monitor for decline in mobility and notify physician of changes.2. Self-care deficit with interventions that included for resident to receive person-centered care; needs with assist with bathing, hygiene, dressing, and grooming.3. High Risk for falls related to Cerebrovascular Accident and Heart Disease with interventions that included turn bars on bed times two to assist with mobility, assist with transfers as needed, keep assistive devices in reach, keep bed in lowest position with wheels locked, and keep call light in reach. Review of an incident report dated 07/24/2025 at 4:30 a.m. by S4 LPN revealed in part .Nursing Description: This nurse was notified by CNA that resident was lying on the floor. As this nurse entered the room this nurse observed resident lying on the floor on his back between the bed and the air conditioner. Resident stated he didn't know what happened or how he got on the floor. No injuries noted anywhere to residents body upon full body assessment. Range of Motion within normal limits. Resident stated he was having some back, head and neck pain. Daughter notified of incident and transfer of resident to ER to be evaluated and treated. Immediate Action Taken: Full body assessment, Vital signs taken, pain assessment, assisted back into bed x 3 person assist to wait on ambulance to transfer to hospital. Level of Pain-10. Review of Resident #1's Medication Administration Record and Narcotic Log revealed no documentation of pain medicine administered on 07/24/2025. Resident #1 had Tramadol HCL 50 Milligrams by mouth every 12 hours as needed for moderate to severe pain ordered and available. Review of Resident #1's nursing progress notes dated 07/24/2025 at 7:40 a.m. by S2 DON revealed in part.ambulance here to transport resident to the hospital per stretcher due to pain from fall. Nursing progress note dated 07/24/2025 at 1:20 p.m. revealed in part. report received from the hospital regarding resident. Nurse reports CT of the head clear but neck shows C-4 and C-5 fracture and resident will be coming back to the nursing home in a C-collar and to follow up with neurosurgery in 2 weeks. Family aware and has been at the hospital with resident. Review of Resident #1's x-ray dated 07/24/2025 revealed in part.CT of Cervical Spine without contrast. History: Neck pain, fall. Impression: Osteoporosis, mild anterior subluxation C4-C5 and prior anterior and posterior bony fusion C5-C7. Transverse fracture through the body of C5 with additional transverse fractures extending through the fused posterior elements of C5-C6 and this fracture configuration is felt to be unstable. Fractures through the posterior elements of C-4 non-displaced. Interview on 08/25/2025 at 2:00 p.m. with S2 DON revealed Resident #1 was at the facility for 5 days (07/21/2025 through 07/26/20205), on respite care. S2 DON stated on 07/24/2024 at 4:30 a.m. Resident #1 was heard hollering by S5 CNA and was found in his room on the floor. S5 CNA stayed with Resident #1 while S6 CNA summoned S3 LPN and S4 LPN. Resident #1 complained of head and neck pain and was sent to the hospital for evaluation. S2 DON stated Resident #1 was diagnosed with fractures to C-4 and C-5 and returned back to the facility on [DATE] at approximately 3:00 p.m.Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 8:20 a.m. with S5 CNA revealed on 07/24/2024 S7 CNA came and got her to help with Resident #1, because he had fallen. S5 CNA stated they called for S3 LPN. Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 8:24 a.m. with S3 LPN revealed she provided care for Resident #1 on 07/24/2025 for the 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shift. S3 LPN stated at approximately 4:30 a.m. S6 CNA came to the nurse's station and stated Resident #1 had fallen. S3 LPN stated when she and S4 LPN entered Resident #1's room he was lying on the floor between the bed and air conditioner. S3 LPN stated she assessed Resident #1 and helped him back to bed with the assistance of S5 CNA and S7 CNA. S3 LPN stated Resident #1 complained of head and neck pain. S3 LPN stated Resident #1 had been restless all night and kept trying to get out of the bed. S3 LPN stated Resident #1 had fallen earlier in the morning on 07/24/2025 at approximately 2:00-2:30 a.m. S3 LPN stated S4 LPN and S6 CNA helped her to put Resident #1 back in the bed after the first fall. S3 LPN stated she did not notify the physician or responsible party that resident #1 had fallen between 2:00-2:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. S3 LPN stated she did not document the fall or tell S1 DON that Resident #1 had fallen between 2:00-2:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. S3 LPN confirmed she should have notified the physician and documented that Resident #1 had fallen at 2:00-2:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. During the interview S3 LPN confirmed the following: Resident #1 complained of neck and head pain rated a 10 after the 4:30 a.m. fall; S3 LPN waited 3 hours to send Resident #1 to the hospital after 2 unwitnessed falls. S3LPN failed to administer Resident #1 pain medications that were ordered and available at the facility. Telephone interview on 08/26/2024 at 8:45 a.m. with S6 CNA revealed she was on Resident #1's hall speaking with S5 CNA at approximately 2:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025 when they heard Resident #1 yell for help. S6 CNA stated when they entered Resident #1's room he was lying on the floor. S6 CNA stated S3 LPN, S4 LPN and S5 CNA assisted Resident #1 off the floor onto the bed. S6 CNA stated Resident #1 had complained of back and neck pain at that time and was moaning and groaning. Interview on 08/26/2025 at 9:16 a.m. with S7 CNA revealed she was the CNA assigned to Resident #1 on 07/24/2025 7:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. shift. S7 CNA stated Resident #1 fell twice on the 7:00 pm to 7:00 am shift on 07/24/2025. S7 CNA stated the first fall was at approximately 2:30 a.m. and the second fall was 4:30 a.m. S7 CNA stated she was outside on break during the first fall and S6 CNA called her cell phone and said your resident (Resident #1) fell. S7 CNA revealed she went back into the facility to Resident #1's room, and S3 LPN, S4 LPN, S5 CNA, and S6 CNA had gotten him off the floor back in the bed. S7 CNA stated between 3:30 a.m.-4:30 a.m. she had went to check on Resident #1 and he was on the floor hollering. S7 CNA stated she called for S5 CNA and she summoned the S3 LPN. S7 CNA stated Resident #1 had complained of his neck hurting and was groaning in pain. S7 CNA stated she told S3 LPN that Resident #1 was complaining of his neck hurting. S7 CNA stated she was told by S3 LPN to be quiet and let Resident #1 say if he was hurting. S7 CNA stated Resident #1 did not go to the hospital until much later, but continued to complain of neck pain. Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 11:45 a.m. with S4 LPN revealed Resident #1 had fallen twice on the 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shift on 07/24/2025. S4 LPN stated she did not remember the time of the first fall. S4 LPN revealed S3 LPN was the nurse for Resident #1 and she assisted her with the first fall. S4 LPN revealed she did not assist with the second fall. S4 LPN confirmed she did the incident report on Resident #1 on 07/24/2025 at 4:30 a.m.Interview on 08/26/2025 at 1:05 p.m. with S1 Administrator, S2 DON and S8 Corporate Nurse revealed they were unaware that Resident #1 had fallen twice on 07/24/2025. S1 Administrator, S2 DON and S8 Corporate Nurse confirmed S3 LPN should have notified the physician and the responsible party of both falls, documented the first fall; and administered pain medications as necessary to Resident #1 but had not. Telephone interview on 08/26/2025 at 2:36 p.m. with S9 Hospice CNA revealed she arrived to the facility at 6:30 a.m. on 07/24/2025. S9 Hospice CNA stated she was getting ready to bathe Resident #1 and Resident #1 was grimacing and said his neck was hurting. S9 Hospice CNA stated a nurse came in the room and said Resident #1 had fallen and was complaining of neck pain. Interview and record review on 08/26/2025 at 1:05 p.m. with S2 DON of Resident #1's 07/2025 Medication Administration Record and Narcotic Log confirmed no documentation of pain medication given on 07/24/2025. The Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 08/28/20205 at 3:25 p.m. The facility implemented and acceptable Plan of Removal as confirmed through onsite observations, interviews and record reviews prior to exit. Plan of Removal: Actions the facility will take:S3 LPN was suspended from work on 08/27/2025 due to failing to maintain professional standards of care by not notifying the MD following and unwitnessed fall, not assessing the resident, not administering pain medications that were ordered and available and waiting 3 hours to send the resident to the ER. To establish a baseline a pre-test has been developed for each nurse to complete prior to the in-service. This pre-test contains questions related to documentation of falls in the medical record, notification of MD of regarding falls and sending residents to the ER immediately, if indicated. The pre-test also addresses administration of prn pain medications, if indicated.The DON will complete A Performance Evaluation for each nurse beginning 08/28/2025. Nurses on FMLA will have the Performance Evaluation completed upon return to workEducation/Training Plan-In-services were initiated for all nurses by the DON and/or ADON on 08/27/2025 and will be completed by 08/28/2025. The in-service covers the following:-The requirements to notify the MD of each and every fall, regardless of injury. This notification should be documented in the medical record.-The requirements to document each and every fall in the medical record. The documentation should include a description of the incident and assessment of the resident.-The importance of promptly sending the resident to the emergency room, when indicated based on the assessment, or as ordered by the MD.-The importance of assessing for pain with falls and administering prn pain medication, if ordered and indicated.-Nurses were reminded to always notify the DON or ADON with any questions or concerns. They were also instructed to immediately notify the DON or ADON with any injury requiring and emergency room visit.To ensure understanding of the in-service, a post-test has been developed for each nurse to complete following the in-service. This post-test also contains questions related to documentation of falls in the medical record, notification of MD of regarding falls and sending residents to the ER immediately, if indicated. The post-test also addresses administration of prn medications, if indicated.Additional in-services will be initiated for all nurses by the DON and/or ADON beginning on 08/28/2025. This in-service will address professional standards of practice related to the following: -It is professional standards of practice to notify the MD of falls-It is professional standards of practice, following a fall, to administer pain medications when a resident is in pain and has pain medication ordered. If no pain medication is ordered, the MD should be notified so orders can be obtained. -It is professional standard of practice to promptly send a resident to the ER when ordered or required based on assessment. -Resident Rights will be reviewed with each nurse as well. Nurses will not be allowed to work until they have been in-serviced. Monitoring of Implemented Actions: A QAPI Monitor had been implemented and will begin on 08/28/2025 to ensure Professional Standards are maintained following a fall, by ensuring the MD was notified, an assessment was documented, the resident was sent to the ER in a timely manner, if ordered or required, and pain medication was administered, if ordered and indicated. This monitor will be completed by the DON or designee on each fall that occurs 3 times a week for 6 weeks, and then monthly thereafter until compliance is reached.An additional QAPI Monitor has been created to ensure Professional Standards are maintained following a fall by ensuring that falls have been addressed in the medical record. The DON or designee will randomly interview 5 CNA's and 3 nurses, questioning their knowledge of any recent falls. If the staff member recalls a fall, this information will be reconciled with the medical record for compliance. This monitor will be completed 3 x week for 6 weeks, and then monthly thereafter until compliance is reached.To ensure continued understanding of the in-service related to Professional Standards, the DON or designee will interview a random sample of at least 3 nurse, 3 x a week for 6 weeks, and then monthly thereafter until compliance is reached. This interview will contain questions related to Professional Standards, notification of MD with falls, assessing residents with falls, administering pain medications if needed and available and promptly sending residents to the ER when ordered or required.To further ensure Professional Standards are maintained, the DON or ADON will complete Performance Evaluations on 4 nurses weekly for 6 weeks, and then monthly thereafter until compliance is reached. The Corporate nurse will oversee the plan of removal and plan of correction and will also ensure that follow-up regarding the specific areas will be conducted. The effectiveness of the corrective actions will be discussed weekly for 6 weeks at the Quality Assurance and Performances Improvement Meeting with findings added to the QAPI minutes. Additional in-services and/or corrective actions will be implemented as needed.
CONCERN (F) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Staffing Information (Tag F0732)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure that the nurse staffing pattern was posted daily. The facility census was 89.Findings: Observation on 08/25/2025 at 11:00 a.m. of the p...

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Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure that the nurse staffing pattern was posted daily. The facility census was 89.Findings: Observation on 08/25/2025 at 11:00 a.m. of the posted facility staffing pattern revealed a date of 08/13/2025. Observation and interview on 08/25/2025 at 2:35 p.m. with S2 DON and S10 RN/Charge Nurse stated the [NAME] Clerk had quit abruptly and she was responsible for the daily posting of the facility's staffing pattern. S2 DON confirmed the posted facility staffing sheet was dated 08/13/2025 and did not reflect the current date or staffing, and it should.
Jan 2025 10 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0554 (Tag F0554)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observations, interviews and record review the facility failed to ensure the interdisciplinary team assessed and determined if a resident was clinically appropriate for self-administration of...

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Based on observations, interviews and record review the facility failed to ensure the interdisciplinary team assessed and determined if a resident was clinically appropriate for self-administration of medication for 1 resident of 1 (Resident #75) residents reviewed for medication administration. Findings Review of the facility's policy and procedure undated and titled Self-Administration of Medication read in part . Policy: It is the policy of this facility that each resident has the right to self-administer medications, but is the responsibility of the interdisciplinary team to determine that it is safe prior to the resident exercising that right. Procedure: 2. If the resident wishes to self-administer medications, the Interdisciplinary Team must assess the resident's overall ability to safely administer his/her own medications. 3. To assess whether the resident is able to self-administer medications, the criteria on the Assessment for self-administration of medications form will be used . If the right is granted, a specific order to self-administer must be obtained which includes how, when and for what reason the medication can be used. 7. Self- administration of bedside medications must be care planned, including the specific order, granting of approval by IDT, and monitoring for compliance. Review of Resident #75's clinical record revealed an admit date of 04/18/2022, with diagnoses which included restlessness and agitation, cataract secondary to ocular disorders, dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands and allergic rhinitis. Review of Resident #75's Quarterly MDS with an ARD of 12/23/2024, revealed a BIMS score of 15 indicating intact cognition. Review of Resident #75's 01/2025 Physician Orders revealed in part . Afrin Original Nasal Solution 0.05 % (Oxymetazoline HCl) 2 sprays in each nostril every 12 hours as needed for nasal congestion related to chronic rhinitis with a start date of 08/01/2024. Review of Resident #75's Care Plan revealed Resident #75 was not care planned for self-administration of Afrin (nasal spray). Review of Resident #75's medical record revealed no Self-administration Assessment for Afrin (Nasal spray). Observation and interview on 01/06/2025 at 3:16 p.m. with Resident #75 revealed (Afrin) nasal spray and Carboxymethylcellulose Sod PF Ophthalmic Solution eye drops sitting on the stand next to his bed. Resident #75 revealed the facility knew he was a big boy and could handle self-administering the medications that were observed in his room. Observation in Resident #75's room on 01/07/2025 at 09:01 a.m. revealed one bottle of eye drops and two nasal sprays on the stand by Resident #75's bed. Interview with S15 LPN on 01/08/2025 at 09:35 a.m. revealed that Resident #75 should have had two medicines, the Carboxymethylcellulose Sod PF Ophthalmic Solution eye drops and Afrin Nasal Spray for use at bedside. Review of Resident #75's orders with S15 LPN revealed Resident #75 did not have an order to self-administer the Afrin nasal spray at bedside. S15 LPN confirmed that Resident #75 had been self-administering the nasal spray at bedside but should have had an order for self-administration of the Afrin nasal spray at bedside and Resident #75's Care Plan should have reflected self-administration of the nasal spray, but it did not. Observation of Resident #75's room on 01/08/2025 at 09:40 a.m. revealed one bottle of eye drops and two nasal sprays on the stand next to Resident #75's bed. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 9:48 a.m. with S11 LPN and S12 RN revealed there was no self-administration assessment, physician's order for self- administration, or care plan in place for Resident #75's Afrin nasal spray. S12 RN and S11 LPN confirmed that Resident #75 should not have been self-administering the Afrin nasal spray without a self-administration assessment, physician order, or care plan in place. Interview and observation with S2 DON and S13 RN on 01/08/2025 at 09:50 a.m. confirmed that Resident #75 had Afrin nasal spray in his room on the table next to his bed and it should not have been. S2 DON and S13 RN confirmed that Resident #75 had no physician order or updated care plan for self-administration of the Afrin nasal spray.
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, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident received reasonable accommodation of...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident received reasonable accommodation of needs. The facility failed to provide reasonable accommodation of needs by failing to ensure call light was accessible by a resident for 1 (Resident #42) of 1 Resident reviewed for Positioning. The total sample size was 44. Findings: Review of facility policy titled Call Light System revealed, in part .each resident, when in their room or in bed, must have the call light placed within reach at all times, regardless of staff assessment of resident ability to use it. When resident is in bed, the call bell should be fastened to the side rail or side of bed he/she is facing. Record Review revealed Resident #42 was admitted on [DATE]. Resident #42 had diagnoses that included, in part . Other Specified Disorders Of The Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue, Other Chronic Pain, Contracture Of Muscle, Other Site, Other Sequelae Of Other Cerebrovascular Disease, Hemiplegia And Hemiparesis Following Cerebral Infarction Affecting Right Dominant Side. Review of Resident #42's Quarterly MDS with ARD of 12/31/2024 revealed BIMS Score of 02, indicating severe cognitive impairment. Resident #42 required extensive one person physical assist with bed mobility and toilet use. Resident #42 was totally dependent, requiring 2 person physical assistance with transfers. Resident #42 required supervised self-performance of eating with one person physical assistance. Review of Resident #42's Care Plan revealed, in part .Keep call light in reach and respond in a timely manner. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/07/2025 at 8:44 a.m. revealed his call light was lying on top of bedding, at the foot of bed. Resident #42 could not reach the call light. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/07/2025 at 9:48 a.m. revealed the call light remained positioned at the foot of bed, and was not in reach of resident. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/08/2025 at 8:42 a.m. revealed the call light was not visible to surveyor. S6 LPN and S7 CNA accompanied to Resident #42's bedside and located the call light behind the bed, near the foot of the bed. Interview with S6 LPN at time of observation confirmed the call light was not within reach of resident, and should have been.
CONCERN (D)

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

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #96 Review of Resident #96's medical record revealed an admission date of 09/13/2024 with a re-entry date of 11/13/2024...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #96 Review of Resident #96's medical record revealed an admission date of 09/13/2024 with a re-entry date of 11/13/2024. Resident #96's diagnoses read in part .Metabolic Encephalopathy; Primary Generalized (Osteo) Arthritis; Other Specified Disorders of Bone density and structure; Other Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Lumbosacral Region with Discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain; Other Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Thoracolumbar region; Anxiety disorder; Delusional disorders; History of Falling, and Abnormalities of Gait and Mobility. Review of Resident #96's Quarterly MDS with an ARD of 02/19/2025 revealed a BIMS summary score of 12, indicating moderate cognitive impairment. Resident #96 required partial/moderate assistance with transfers. Review of Resident #96's Care Plan with a target date of 02/19/2025 read in part .Physical mobility impaired related to diagnosis of MWA (muscle wasting atrophy), History of falling; 12/31/2024 X-ray shows fracture at L1. Interventions: 01/01/2025 refer resident to neurosurgeon as soon as appointment is scheduled for compression fracture of L1 superior inplate; 01/01/2025 Back Brace on when out of bed as tolerated for comfort; assist with bed mobility, transfers, and locomotion as necessary or as requested. High risk for falls related to gait/balance problems, psychoactive drug use, Osteopenia, Multilevel degenerative disc disease (spine). Interventions: 12/25/2024-Was called into resident room by roommate stating that resident fell while trying to get out of wheelchair. 12/26/2024-Follow up assessment performed; Assist with transfers as needed; Be sure the resident's call light is within reach and encourage the resident to use it for assistance as needed. The resident needs prompt response to all requests for assistance. Review of Resident #96's Departmental Progress Notes read in part . 12/31/24 4:26 p.m. General Nurse Note- Received MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) results with results of a compression fracture of L1. Contacted the physician and orders given to send to neurosurgeon as soon as appointment was scheduled for compression fracture of L1 superior in plate. Review of Resident #96's Thoracic MRI revealed in part .Impression subacute compression fractures of T6, T8, and L2; chronic compression fracture of L1. Dated: 12/31/2024 12:33 p.m. Review of Resident #96's Lumbar MRI revealed in part .Impression: acute moderate to severe compression fracture seen superior plate of L1 with mild retropulsion of bone fragment but no canal compromise. Stable old compression fracture T12. Multilevel spondylosis with foraminal stenosis at L4-5 bilaterally. Dated 12/26/2024. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 3:06 p.m. with S2 DON accompanied with S4 Charge Nurse stated S1 Administrator was responsible for initiating SIMS (Statewide Incident Management System) reports. S4 Charge Nurse confirmed the facility became aware of Resident #96's major injury of unknown origin on 12/31/2024 and began an investigation. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 3:41 p.m. with S1 Administrator stated he was made aware of Resident #96's compression fracture on the day of the MRI results, 12/31/2024. S1 Administrator stated he's the only one who initiates a SIMS report. S1 Administrator confirmed a SIMS report was not initiated for Resident #96 but should have been. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that all alleged violations were reported to the State Survey Agency in accordance with State law through established procedures for 3 (#42, #93, and #96) of 6 (#42, #50, #65, #75, #93, and #96) residents reviewed for Accidents. The total Sample Size was 44. The facility failed to: 1. Ensure serious bodily injury of Resident #42 was reported within 2 hours in accordance with State law through established procedures. 2. Ensure serious bodily injury of Resident #93 was reported within 2 hours in accordance with State law through established procedures. 3. Ensure serious bodily injury of Resident #96 was reported within 2 hours in accordance with State law through established procedures. Findings: Review of the facility policy titled Abuse/Neglect Prevention Program stated, in part . 1.Possible indicators of potential abuse and neglect include: a. Injuries of unknown origin b. Contusions, sprains, lacerations, fractures, strains, scratches and dislocation. 2. A NF must report to HSS incidents of alleged abuse. 3. A NF must report to HSS any suspicious injury of unknown origin to a resident. Injuries of unknown origin include, but not limited to: a. All injuries to cognitively impaired residents not witnessed. b. Injuries that are unexplained. c. Fractures, sprains or dislocations. 4. NF must report to the HSS any incidents and allegations of abuse, neglect .and/or injuries of unknown origin immediately, but not later than 2 hours after the allegation is made, if the event that caused the allegation involves abuse or results in bodily harm or injury. 5. Reporting to be made to HSS in accordance with state law through established procedures. Resident #42 Record Review revealed that Resident #42 was admitted on [DATE]. Resident #42 had diagnoses that included, in part . Other Specified Disorders Of The Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue, Other Chronic Pain, Contracture Of Muscle, Other Site, Other Sequelae Of Other Cerebrovascular Disease, Hemiplegia And Hemiparesis Following Cerebral Infarction Affecting Right Dominant Side. Review of Resident #42's Quarterly MDS with ARD of 12/31/2024 revealed a BIMS Score of 02, indicating severe cognitive impairment. Resident #42 required extensive one person physical assist with bed mobility and toilet use. Resident #42 was totally dependent, requiring 2 person physical assistance with transfers. Resident #42 required supervised self-performance of eating with one person physical assistance. Review of Resident #42's medical record revealed an Injury Incident occurred on 11/08/2024 at 10:28 a.m. Review of Department Progress Notes for Resident #42 revealed an incident note dated 11/08/2024 at 4:43 p.m. that read in part . Nurse Practitioner had performed an assessment and wound care for Resident #42 on 11/07/2024. The NP ordered an x-ray of Resident 42's left lower extremity/tibia/fibula to rule out osteomyelitis on 11/07/2024. The x-ray was performed on 11/08/2024 and revealed an avulsion fracture at the medial femoral condyle with no evidence of osteomyelitis. Interview with S2 DON and S4 Charge Nurse on 01/08/2025 at 12:04 p.m. revealed a consultant wound care NP saw Resident #42 on 11/07/2024 and ordered an x-ray to rule out osteomyelitis. The x-ray showed an avulsion fracture. S4 Charge Nurse stated that S1 Administrator was responsible for reporting injuries to the State Survey Agency. S4 Charge Nurse confirmed that S1 Administrator was notified of Resident 42's fracture. Interview with S1 Administrator and S3 Assistant Administrator on 01/08/2025 at 12:34 p.m. S1 Administrator revealed he was responsible for reporting alleged violations to the State Survey Agency in accordance with State law. S3 Assistant Administrator confirmed the Abuse/Neglect Prevention Program Policy provided on 01/08/2025 was up-to-date and was what was utilized by the facility. S1 Administrator confirmed that the State Survey Agency should be notified of any injury of unknown origin in a cognitively impaired resident. S1 Administrator confirmed on 11/08/2024 the facility was made aware of a major injury for Resident #42. S1 Administrator confirmed Resident #42's fracture should have been reported to the State Survey Agency, but was not. Resident #93 Record review revealed that Resident #93 was admitted to facility on 03/21/2024. Resident #93 had diagnoses that included, in part . Displaced Fracture Of Base Of Neck Of Right Femur, Repeated Falls, Age-Related Physical Debility, Encounter For Other Orthopedic Aftercare, Chronic Pain, Cognitive Communication Deficit, Muscle Wasting And Atrophy, Abnormalities Of Gait And Mobility, Lack Of Coordination, and Displaced Midcervical Fracture Of Right Femur. Record review of Resident #93's Significant Change MDS with ARD of 11/08/2024 revealed a BIMS Score of 07, indicating severe cognitive impairment. Resident #93 required 2 person physical assistance with bed mobility, transfers, and toilet use. Resident #93 required supervised self-performance of eating with setup help only. Review of current Orders for Resident #93 revealed, in part . Resident is high risk for falls dated 03/21/2024. Review of Care Plan for Resident #93 revealed resident was at risk for falls. Review of Resident #93's medical record revealed he had an Un-witnessed Fall on 10/25/2024 at 8:30 a.m. Review of Nurse's Notes for Resident #93 revealed the following, in part . 10/25/2024 at 9:26 a.m. Resident #93 was found on the floor, lying on his right side, with his head and shoulders under the bottom of the bed. Resident #93 complained of pain to his right arm and leg. Resident #93's physician was notified and ordered x-rays of right arm and right leg. 10/25/2024 at 12:31 p.m. x-rays were performed. 10/25/2024 at 4:06 p.m. x-ray results of right tibia/fibula, right elbow, right wrist and right humerus were all negative. 10/25/2024 at 5:28 p.m. x-rays of right hip and pelvis revealed no fracture. 10/29/2024 at 3:27 p.m. resident complained of increased pain to right hip and was unable to move lower extremity. 10/29/2024 at 3:50 p.m. an order was given to repeat x-rays of right hip and right lower extremity. Additional medication for pain was ordered. 10/29/2024 at 4:19 p.m. imaging facility was notified of the order for X-rays. 10/29/2024 at 6:42 p.m. x-rays were being performed. 10/29/2024 at 9:31 p.m. x-rays revealed a right femur neck fracture with impaction. S2 DON and S4 Charge Nurse were interviewed on 01/08/2025 at 12:04 p.m. S4 Charge Nurse stated that S1 Administrator was responsible for reporting injuries to the State Survey Agency. S4 Charge Nurse confirmed that S1 Administrator was notified of Resident #93's fracture on 10/29/2024. Interview with S1 Administrator and S3 Assistant Administrator was conducted on 01/08/2025 at 12:34 p.m. S1 Administrator revealed he was responsible for reporting alleged violations to the State Survey Agency in accordance with State law. S3 Assistant Administrator confirmed the Abuse/Neglect Prevention Program Policy provided on 01/08/2025 was up-to-date and was what was utilized by the facility. S1 Administrator confirmed that the State Survey Agency should be notified of any un-witnessed injury of a cognitively impaired resident. S1 Administrator confirmed that no one witnessed Resident #93's fall/injury. S1 Administrator confirmed Resident #3 was cognitively impaired. S1 Administrator confirmed Resident #93's fracture should have been reported to the State Survey Agency, but was not.
CONCERN (D)

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

Transfer Requirements (Tag F0622)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure that required discharge documentation was completed for 1 (#99) out of 1 Residents reviewed for discharge. The total sample size was ...

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Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure that required discharge documentation was completed for 1 (#99) out of 1 Residents reviewed for discharge. The total sample size was 44. Findings: Review of the facility's undated policy titled Discharge Planning read in part . It is important to ensure that there is a planned program of continuing care to meet each resident's discharge needs. 3. Once completed the Discharge Planning form becomes part of the permanent clinical record. 5. All transfers/discharges of care are coordinated by the Admissions/Discharge Coordinator and conducted according to the following steps: c. Ensure that the physician is contacted regarding the anticipated discharge and necessary orders are obtained. i. Nursing Department completes transfer form and discharge summary information, including current medical information relative to diagnosis, and rehabilitation potential, summary of source of treatment, physician's orders, and pertinent information. Record Review of Resident #99's Electronic Medical Record (EHR) revealed an admit date of 03/01/2024 and a discharge date of 11/07/2024. Resident #99 had diagnoses that included in part .Anxiety Disorders, Diabetes Mellitus, Cerebral Infarction, Aphasia following Cerebral Infarction, Depressive Episodes, Chronic Pain, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Record Review of Resident #99's MDS with ARD of 09/08/2024 revealed Resident #99 had a BIMS of 11, indicating moderate cognitive impairment. Record Review of Resident #99's EHR and paper medical record revealed no documentation of the following; the basis for the discharge, physician order for discharge, and information provided to the receiving provider that included at minimum: contact information of the provider responsible for the care of the resident, resident representative information including contact information, Advance Directive information, instructions or precautions for ongoing care, Comprehensive care plan goals, and a copy of the residents discharge summary. Interview on 01/08/2024 at 4:18 p.m. with S2 DON confirmed the facility had not completed a discharge summary for Resident #99, but should have. S2 DON confirmed Resident #99's medical record did not contain any of the above information required for discharge, but should. Interview on 01/08/2024 at 4:57 p.m. with S1 Administrator revealed on 11/07/2024 he assisted in Resident #99's transfer to another facility. S1 Administrator revealed there should be documentation in Resident #99's medical record regarding the discharge, and confirmed there was not.
CONCERN (D)

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

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan fo...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for a resident. The facility failed to implement a care plan intervention by failing to ensure a hand roll was used for contracture of hand for 1 (Resident #42) of 44 sampled residents. Findings: Record Review revealed Resident #42 was admitted on [DATE]. Resident #42 had diagnoses that included, in part . Other Specified Disorders Of The Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue, Other Chronic Pain, Contracture Of Muscle, Other Site, Other Sequelae Of Other Cerebrovascular Disease, Hemiplegia And Hemiparesis Following Cerebral Infarction Affecting Right Dominant Side. Review of Resident #42's Quarterly MDS with ARD of 12/31/2024 revealed BIMS Score of 02, indicating severe cognitive impairment. Resident #42 required extensive one person physical assist with bed mobility and toilet use. Resident #42 was totally dependent, requiring 2 person physical assistance with transfers. Resident #42 required supervised self-performance of eating with one person physical assistance. Review of Resident #42's current Care Plan revealed, in part .Monitor right hand/hand roll for complications. If complications are present, document in nurses notes and notify MD dated 11/16/2022. Review of current MD Orders for Resident #42 revealed, in part .Monitor skin upon removal of right hand roll. Document any skin complications in the nurse's notes and notify MD every shift. Order dated 10/24/2016. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/06/2025 at 10:20 a.m. revealed contracture of right hand with no hand roll in use. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/06/2025 at 11:20 a.m. revealed no hand roll in use to right hand. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/06/2025 at 12:18 p.m. revealed no hand roll in use to right hand. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/07/2025 at 8:44 a.m. revealed no hand roll in use to right hand. Observation of Resident #42 on 01/08/2025 at 8:42 a.m. revealed no hand roll in use to right hand. Interview with S6 LPN and S7 CNA at time of observation revealed Resident #42 utilized a hand roll for right hand contracture. S7 CNA stated they always used a hand roll for Resident #42's contracted right hand. S6 LPN and S7 CNA were both unable to locate a hand roll in the room of Resident #42. S6 LPN confirmed Resident #42 did not have a hand roll in place for contracted right hand, but should have.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0657 (Tag F0657)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a comprehensive person-centered plan of care was reviewed and revised for 2 residents (Resident #31 and Resident #75) o...

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Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a comprehensive person-centered plan of care was reviewed and revised for 2 residents (Resident #31 and Resident #75) of 44 sampled residents. The facility failed to ensure care plans were updated: 1. To include resident was educated to notify nursing staff of need to increase her oxygen if needed for Resident #31 who required oxygen therapy; and 2. To include physician ordered nasal spray in resident's room to be included with self-administered medications for Resident #75. Findings: Review of Resident #31's medical record revealed an admission date of 05/23/2022, with diagnoses that included in part . COPD, Chronic Renal Failure with Hypoxia, Nicotine Dependence, unspecified, Dependence on supplemental Oxygen, Chronic Cough and other specified Anxiety Disorders. Review of Resident #31's Physician's Orders revealed an order dated 12/01/2024 for Oxygen at 2 liters/ nasal cannula while in room every shift for shortness of breath related to COPD, unspecified. Review of Resident #31's Quarterly MDS with an ARD of 11/25/2024, revealed a BIMS score of 15 (indicative of intact cognition) and resident required oxygen therapy. Review of Resident #31's Care Plan with a target date of 03/01/2025 revealed in part . Resident #31 required respiratory therapy related to diagnosis of COPD with Chronic Renal Failure and wears oxygen when needed. Interventions included in part . Administer oxygen therapy as ordered and oxygen at 2 liters via nasal cannula while in room related to diagnosis of COPD. Observation on 01/06/2025 at 10:07 a.m. of Resident #31 awake sitting on side of bed awake with oxygen in progress at 3 liters/minute via nasal cannula. She stated she had a breathing treatment this morning. Observation on 01/07/2025 at 9:25 a.m. of Resident #31 awake lying in bed without facial grimace with oxygen in progress at 3liters/minute per nasal cannula. Resident #31 stated she adjusts her oxygen concentrator and stated it is supposed to be set at 3 liters/minute. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 12:04 p.m. with S10 LPN in Resident #31's room verified that her oxygen flow rate was set at 3 liters/minute and should have been at 2 liters/minute via nasal cannula. S10 LPN reported that Resident #31's oxygen saturation on oxygen was within normal limits this morning. Observation of S10 LPN adjusted Resident #31's oxygen flow rate down to 2 liters/minute and explained to Resident #31 that her oxygen is ordered to be set at 2 liters per minute instead. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 02:03 p.m. with S8 ADON revealed Resident #31 was care planned for oxygen at 2 liters/minute via nasal cannula and able to take on and off at her discretion but she was not care planned to be able to adjust her oxygen level. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 02:40 p.m. with S11 LPN revealed she was not aware that resident was changing her oxygen flow rate on the oxygen concentrator. S11 LPN revealed she would update Resident #31's care plan interventions today, to include educating Resident #31 to notify the nurse if need to increase oxygen. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 03:00 p.m. with S2 DON revealed that resident changes the oxygen flow rate in her room and is educated to notify the nurse instead. S2 DON confirmed Resident #31's care plan should have been updated and revised to include this and was not. Findings: Resident #75 Review of the facility's policy and procedure undated and titled Self-Administration of Medication read in part . Policy: It is the policy of this facility that each resident has the right to self-administer medications, but is the responsibility of the interdisciplinary team to determine that it is safe prior to the resident exercising that right. Procedure: 2. If the resident wishes to self-administer medications, the Interdisciplinary Team must assess the resident's overall ability to safely administer his/her own medications. 7. Self- administration of bedside medications must be care planned, including the specific order, granting of approval by IDT, and monitoring for compliance. Review of Resident #75's clinical record revealed an admit date of 04/18/2022, with diagnoses which included restlessness and agitation, cataract secondary to ocular disorders, dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands and allergic rhinitis. Review of Resident #75's Quarterly MDS with an ARD of 12/23/2024, revealed a BIMS score of 15. Resident #75 was cognitively intact. Physical behavioral symptoms directed toward others; verbal behavioral symptoms directed toward others or other behavioral symptoms not directed towards others not exhibited. Review of Resident #75's Physician Orders with an order date of 04/11/2023 revealed in part Afrin Original Nasal Solution 0.05 % (Oxymetazoline HCl) 2 spray in each nostril every 12 hours as needed for nasal congestion, but did not reflect self-administration. An order with an order date of 05/14/2024 revealed in part Carboxymethylcellulose Sod PF Ophthalmic Solution 0.5 % (Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium (Ophth); Instill 1 drop in both eyes every 12 hours; unsupervised self-administration, May keep drops at bedside and self-administer. Review of Resident #75's Care Plan revealed a problem to include resident to self-administer the following medications per MD order and verification of assessment criteria: Artificial Tears Opthal GTT with interventions in part assessment for self-administration of medications will be completed by interdisciplinary team to verify safe administrations. Resident #75 was not care planned for self-administration of Afrin (nasal spray). Review of Resident #75's medical record revealed no Self-administration Assessment for Afrin (Nasal spray). Interview with Resident #75 on 01/06/2025 at 3:16 p.m. in his room sitting on his rolling walker revealed resident well-groomed and dressed appropriately. Resident had nasal sprays x2; eye drops and inhalers in room. Resident stated that the facility knew he was a big boy and could handle it. Observation in Resident #75's room on 01/07/2025 at 09:01 a.m. revealed eye drops and nasal spray on the stand by Resident #75's bed. Interview with S15LPN on 01/08/2025 at 09:35 a.m. revealed that Resident #75 should have had two medicines to include eye drops and Nasal Spray for use at bedside. Review of Resident #75's orders with S15LPN revealed Resident #75 did not have an order to self-administer the nasal spray at bedside. S15LPN confirmed that Resident #75 should have had an order for self-administration of the nasal spray at bedside and Resident #75's Care Plan should have reflected self-administration of the nasal spray. Observation of Resident #75's room on 01/08/2025 at 09:40 a.m. revealed eye drops and nasal sprays on the stand next to Resident #75's bed. Interview with S12RN and S11LPN on 01/08/2025 at 09:48 a.m. revealed that an assessment for self-administration of medication should be completed for the resident, unsure of how often but an initial one should be in the resident's medical record. Resident should be Care planned for self-administration of that particular medication and the resident's medication order should reflect self-administration before the resident keeps the medication at bedside. Review of Resident #75's Afrin (nasal spray) order and Resident #75's Care plan with S12RN, confirmed there was no bedside administration order for the nasal spray and the resident was not care planned to self-administer the nasal spray at bedside. S12RN confirmed that there was no Self-administration Assessment in Resident #75's medical record for the nasal spray. S12RN and S11LPN confirmed that Resident #75 should not have been self-administering the nasal spray at bedside; was not care planned for self-administration of the Nasal Spray at bedside and the order for Resident #75's nasal spray does not reflect self-administration at bedside. Interview and observation with S2DON and S13RN on 01/08/2025 at 09:50 a.m. confirmed that Resident #75 had Afrin nasal spray in his room on the table next to his bed and it should not be. S2DON and S13RN also confirmed Resident # 75 had no order for self-administration of the Afrin nasal spray at bedside and was not care planned for self-administration of Afrin nasal spray at bedside.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0661 (Tag F0661)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to document a Discharge Summary for 2 residents (Resident #98 and Resid...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to document a Discharge Summary for 2 residents (Resident #98 and Resident #99) of 3 (Resident #98, Resident #99 and Resident #100) residents reviewed for closed records. The total Sample Size was 44. Findings: Resident #98 Review of resident #98's face sheet revealed he was initially admitted on [DATE]. He had a re-admission date of 02/12/2024 with a primary diagnoses of Type 2 DM with foot ulcer. Other diagnoses included in part . Alzheimer's Disease with late onset, Osteophyte, Vertebrae, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical region, Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, Mild, with Mood Disturbance, Other Impulse Disorders, Other Specified Depressive Episodes, Vascular Dementia, [NAME]-[NAME] Syndrome, Essential (primary) hypertension and Acute Kidney Failure. The face sheet further revealed the resident was discharged on 11/04/2024 to a nursing home. Review of Resident #98's electronic medical record revealed there was no evidence of a Discharge Summary that included a recapitulation of the resident's stay, or a final summary of the resident's status. Review of the facility's Emergency Transfer log revealed Resident #98 was transferred to a Behavioral Health hospital on [DATE] with behaviors as reason for transfer. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 5:00 p.m. with S19 SSW revealed she has been the Social Worker here for only 3 months and was not aware of needing to do a discharge summary and had not done a discharge summary for Resident #98. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 5:14 p.m. with S2 DON confirmed she did not do a discharge summary for Resident #98. S2 DON reported Resident #98 was transferred and admitted to a behavior hospital due to behaviors and safety concerns. S2 DON reported the Resident #98 was discharged from the behavior hospital to another facility instead of returning here per Resident #98's choice. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 5:30 p.m. with S3 Assistant Administrator confirmed that there was no discharge summary done. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 5:32 p.m. with S1 Administrator revealed that Resident #98 was transferred from here and admitted to a behavior hospital for behaviors and safety issues. S1 Administrator reported Resident #98 was his own representative and chose to not return here and be transferred to another facility. Resident #99 Record Review of Resident #99's Electronic Medical Record (EHR) revealed an admit date of 03/01/2024 and a discharge date of 11/07/2024. Resident #99 had diagnoses that included in part .Anxiety Disorders, Diabetes Mellitus, Cerebral Infarction, Aphasia following Cerebral Infarction, Depressive Episodes, Chronic Pain, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Record Review of Resident #99's MDS with ARD of 09/08/2024 revealed Resident #99 had a BIMS of 11, indicating moderate cognitive impairment. Record Review of Resident #99's EHR and paper medical record revealed no documentation of a discharge summary completed. Interview on 01/08/2024 at 4:18 p.m. with S2 DON confirmed the facility had not completed a discharge summary for Resident #99, but should have. Interview on 01/08/2024 at 4:57 p.m. with S1 Administrator revealed on 11/07/2024 he assisted in Resident #99's transfer to another facility. S1 Administrator revealed there should be documentation in Resident #99's medical record regarding the discharge, and confirmed there was not.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0730 (Tag F0730)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete an annual performance review of every certified nurse aide (CNA) at least once every 12 months for 2 (S16 CNA, and S17 CNA) of 5 (...

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Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete an annual performance review of every certified nurse aide (CNA) at least once every 12 months for 2 (S16 CNA, and S17 CNA) of 5 (S5 CNA, S7 CNA, S16 CNA, S17 CNA, and S18 CNA) CNA personnel records reviewed. Findings: Review of the facility's undated policy titled Performance Evaluations read in part . It is the policy of this facility that the job performance of each employee be reviewed and evaluated at least annually. Performance evaluations will be completed by the employee's department director and reviewed by management. Review of personnel records revealed the following: S16 CNA- date of hire was on 12/01/2022. Further review failed to reveal evidence that an annual performance review had been completed and/or signed off by department head in the past 12 months. S17 CNA-date of hire was on 08/19/2021. Further review failed to reveal evidence that an annual performance review had been completed and/or signed off by department head in the past 12 months. In an interview on 01/08/2025 at 11:10 a.m. S9 HR revealed S2 DON performed performance evaluations yearly with CNA's, and would be responsible for signing off the evaluation with employee. S9 HR reviewed S16 CNA and S17 CNA's performance evaluation record and confirmed the evaluations had not signed or evaluated by the department director, but should have been. In an interview on 01/08/2025 at 12:10 p.m. with S2 DON revealed she sits in on performance evaluations yearly, but confirmed she had never completed or signed off on any CNA's performance evaluations, and should have.
CONCERN (E)

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

Deficiency F0568 (Tag F0568)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to provide quarterly personal funds statements for 3 residents of 3 (Resident #44, Resident #67 and Resident #75) residents review for perso...

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Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to provide quarterly personal funds statements for 3 residents of 3 (Resident #44, Resident #67 and Resident #75) residents review for personal funds. The facility held personal funds for a total of 52 residents. Findings Review of the facility's policy from the admission Packet dated February 2023 and titled Resident Rights read in part . Resident Rights The resident has a right to a dignified existence, self-determination, and communication with and access to persons and services inside and outside of the facility. A facility must protect and promote the rights of each resident, including each of the following rights: (c) Protection of resident funds. (4) Accounting and Records (ii) The individual financial record must be available through quarterly statements and on request to the resident or his or her legal representative. Resident #67 Review of Resident #67's records revealed a Resident Fund Authorization form dated 06/07/2024 signed by Resident #67 authorizing the nursing facility to manage all monies received by or for him during his stay in the facility. Review of Resident #67's Financial Report and Statement form signed and dated 06/07/2024 received from S14 BOM revealed in part . I, (Resident #67) make the following choice regarding my financial reports and statements from this facility. (2.) I choose to have all of my financial reports and statements from this facility sent to me at the facility. Interview with Resident #67 on 01/06/2025 at 11:02 a.m. revealed Resident #67 has personal funds held by the facility. Resident #67 stated he does not receive a quarterly statement and is only able to see his balance when he makes a deposit. Interview with Resident #67 on 01/07/2025 at 09:40 a.m. in his room revealed that he has never received a quarterly statement for the funds the facility holds for him and would like to if he could. Resident #44 Review of Resident #44's records revealed a Resident Fund Authorization form dated 08/03/2023 signed by Resident #44 authorizing the nursing facility to manage all monies received by or for him during his stay in the facility. Review of Resident #44's Financial Report and Statement form signed and dated 08/03/2023 received from S14 BOM revealed in part . I, (Resident #44) make the following choice regarding my financial reports and statements from this facility. (2.) I choose to have all of my financial reports and statements from this facility sent to me at the facility. Interview with Resident #44 on 01/06/2025 at 11:38 a.m. revealed he had never received a quarterly statement. Resident #75 Review of Resident #75's records revealed a Resident Fund Authorization form dated 04/19/2022 signed by Resident #75 authorizing the nursing facility to manage all monies received by or for him during his stay in the facility. Review of Resident #75's Financial Report and Statement form signed and dated 04/19/2022 received from S14 BOM revealed in part . I, (Resident #75) make the following choice regarding my financial reports and statements from this facility. (2.) I choose to have all of my financial reports and statements from this facility sent to me at the facility. Interview with Resident #75 on 01/06/2025 at 2:33 p.m. revealed that Resident #75 did not receive a quarterly statement for his personal funds held by the facility and would like to have one. Interview with Resident #75 on 01/07/2025 at 09:01 a.m. revealed that Resident #75 had to ask about his personal funds balance and has never received a quarterly statement and would like to have a statement provided to him quarterly. Interview on 01/08/2025 at 2:57 p.m. with S9 HR and S14 BOM confirmed that Resident #44, Resident #67, and Resident #75 had elected to receive personal funds quarterly statements from the facility but had not received them. S9 HR and S14 BOM revealed there is no system in place to ensure personal funds quarterly statements were provided to residents. S9 HR stated the facility holds personal funds for 52 residents residing in the facility and confirmed that no quarterly statement are given out.
CONCERN (E)

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

Deficiency F0868 (Tag F0868)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) committee meeting was held at least quarterly and included the required staff members. F...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) committee meeting was held at least quarterly and included the required staff members. Findings: Review of the facility's undated policy titled Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Guidelines read in part . The committee will identify any issues which negatively affect the quality of care and services provided to residents. *Quarterly-Include Medical Director and Consultants. On a quarterly basis, the Medical Director will review a summary of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities. Review of the facility's quarterly Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) committee sign in sheets revealed the last meeting was conducted on 07/11/2023. Interview on 01/09/2025 at 10:03 a.m. with S2 DON revealed the facility had not conducted quarterly QA committee meetings. Review of the last Quarterly Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement Report and sign in sheet dated 07/11/2023 with S2 DON. S2 DON confirmed that was the last date she recalled having a Quarterly QAA meeting. S2 DON confirmed the medical director nor any governing body member had reviewed any current QAPI data since the last meeting held on 07/11/2023.
Dec 2023 5 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

Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident was treated with respect and dignity and cared for in a manner that promotes enhancement of his or her own quality of life. ...

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Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident was treated with respect and dignity and cared for in a manner that promotes enhancement of his or her own quality of life. The facility failed to ensure a resident's urinary catheter drainage bag was covered to ensure privacy for 1 (#33) of 1 resident reviewed for dignity. Findings: Review of Resident #33's clinical record revealed an admit date of 11/02/2023 with diagnoses that included hydronephrosis with ureteropelvic junction obstruction, muscle wasting and atrophy, and neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder. Review of an admission MDS Assessment with an ARD of 11/07/2023 revealed Resident #33 had a BIMS of 8, indicating moderate cognitive impairment, and required extensive assistance with transfers, dressing, and personal hygiene. Review of Resident #3's CPOC revealed in part . Potential for UTI and/or complications related to use of indwelling catheter due to retention. Observation on 12/20/2023 at 8:33 a.m. revealed Resident#33 awake in bed, watching television. A urinary catheter drainage bag was observed hanging from the left side of Resident #33's bed frame containing amber, cloudy, concentrated urine. No privacy bag observed in use. Observation also revealed an open notebook on Resident #33's night stand with a list of names, titled visitors. Interview on 12/20/2023 at 8:38 a.m. with S3 LPN confirmed the above findings. S3 LPN stated all residents should have privacy bags over their urinary drainage bags. S3 LPN stated Resident #33's spouse wanted all visitors to sign the notebook on the day they visit the resident. S3 LPN confirmed all visitors that had signed as having visited Resident #33 would have been able to see Resident #33's urinary drainage bag and urine.
CONCERN (D)

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

Safe Environment (Tag F0584)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a clean, comfortable, and homelike environment by failing to ensure residents' assistive devices were maintained in clean and saniti...

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Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a clean, comfortable, and homelike environment by failing to ensure residents' assistive devices were maintained in clean and sanitized condition for 2 Residents (Resident #38, and Resident #74) of 30 sampled Residents. Findings: Review of the facility policy titled Nasogastric/Gastrostomy Tube Feedings revealed in part: Essential Points to Remember: 9. Feeding pumps should be cleaned and maintained per manufacturer's instructions. Review of the facility policy titled Oxygen Administration (concentrator or tank) revealed in part: Policy: Concentrator filter should be cleaned weekly or as needed as well. Review of Resident #38's Quarterly MDS (Minimum Data Set) with an ARD (Assessment Reference Date) of 12/02/2023 revealed a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) of 15 (intact cognition). Observation of Resident #38's oxygen concentrator on 12/19/2023 at 10:30 a.m. revealed it was powered on at 3L. The concentrator was noted to have a layer of grayish dust on the top portion; and the filter and outflow vents were caked with a thick layer of grayish substance. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 10:32 a.m. with Resident #38 revealed she used the concentrator continuously and it had not been wiped down or cleaned in approximately 2 weeks or longer. Observation on 12/19/2023 at 3:20 p.m. accompanied by S2DON revealed the concentrator and filter still had a layer of grayish dust on the top portion and the filter vents were caked with a thick grayish substance. S2DON confirmed the concentrator needed to be cleaned and the filter needed to be cleaned and/or changed. Observation of Resident #74 on 12/19/2023 at 11:58 a.m. revealed a feeding pump in use with dried beige drippings on the face, back and sides of the pump. The feeding pump pole was noted to have dried beige drippings along the pole and the base. Observation of Resident #74's feeding pump on 12/19/2023 at 3:15 p.m. revealed the pump still with dried beige drippings on the face, back, and sides of the pump. The feeding pump pole was noted to have dried beige drippings along the pole and the base. Observation on 12/19/2023 at 3:40 p.m. accompanied by S2DON revealed the feeding pump and the base of the pole still had dried beige drippings on both. S2DON confirmed the dried drippings on the feeding tube pump and the pole was tube feeding solution and the equipment should have been cleaned and wasn't.
CONCERN (D)

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

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment to h...

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Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment to help prevent the development and transmission of infection for 1 (#39) of 1 sampled Resident reviewed for catheters. Findings: Interview on 12/20/2023 at 2:05 p.m. with S2 DON revealed there was no facility policy related to catheter tubing or catheter bag placement. Observation on 12/19/2023 at 9:44 a.m. revealed Resident #39 lying in bed sleeping. Resident #39's catheter drainage bag was lying on the floor. Observation on 12/20/2023 at 9:53 a.m. revealed Resident #39 asleep in bed. Resident #39's bed was in low position and his catheter bag and tubing was resting on the floor. Observation on 12/20/2023 at 10:40 a.m. revealed Resident #39's catheter drainage bang and tubing was on the floor. Review of Resident #39's Electronic Health Record revealed an admit date of 12/05/2022. Resident #39 had the following diagnoses including Neuromuscular Dysfunction of Bladder and UTI. Review of Resident #39's Care Plan with target date of 01/18/2024 for Potential for UTI and/or complications r/t use of indwelling catheter with the following goal of Will not develop UTIs or other complications d/t catheter use. Interventions including - Catheter care with soap and water q day; Catheter leg strap on at all times; ensure tubing is not kinked; Notify MD with s/s of UTI or other complications. Review of Resident #39's Quarterly MDS with an ARD of 10/03/2023 revealed a blank BIMS score. Resident #39 was noted to have an indwelling catheter due to Neurogenic Bladder. Review of Resident #39's 12/2023 MD Orders revealed the following including: 12/05/2022 - Incontinence Care. Check for incontinence at least q 2 hours. Clean peri-area/buttock with peri-fresh, pat dry, apply peri-guard as a preventive measure 12/05/2022 - Catheter care with soap and water q day. 12/05/2022 - Monitor color of urine q shift 12/05/2022 - Monitor condition of urine q shift 12/05/2022 - Irrigate foley catheter with normal saline 60cc q day prn for patency 12/05/2022 - Foley catheter leg band on at all times 12/05/2022 - 16Fr/10cc Foley Catheter 12/05/2022 - Change 16Fr/10cc Foley Catheter prn if occluded or leakage 12/10/2022 - Change catheter GU bag monthly 12/10/2022 - Change 16Fr/10cc foley catheter monthly 04/04/2023 - Macrodantin 50 mg capsule 1 per g-tube at bedtime indefinitely Interview on 12/20/2023 at 10:40 a.m. with S7 LPN confirmed Resident #39's catheter tubing and catheter drainage bag were on the floor and should not be.
CONCERN (E)

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

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure that a resident received adequate supervision and assistive devices to prevent accidents for 1 (#62) of 1 sampled resid...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure that a resident received adequate supervision and assistive devices to prevent accidents for 1 (#62) of 1 sampled residents for incidents and accidents. The facility failed to ensure Resident #62 received 2 person assist for lift transfers in accordance with the CPOC(Comprehensive Plan of Care). Findings: Review of the facility policy titled Hydraulic Lift revealed in part . The hydraulic lift is a mechanical device used to transfer a resident from and to the bed and chair. It is reserved for those who are paralyzed, obese or too weak to transfer without complete assistance. It can require two or three staff members to safely operate and accomplish the transfer with some lifts. Review of Resident #62's clinical record revealed an admit date of 10/10/2019 with diagnoses that included Osteoarthritis, Chronic Systolic Congestive Heart Failure, Type II Diabetes Mellitus, Repeated Falls, and Muscle Wasting and Atrophy. Review of Resident #62's CPOC with target date 01/12/2024 revealed in part . Physical mobility impaired: bed mobility, transfers and locomotion related to diagnosis of history of falls. Vanderlift with two person assist for transfers. Review of Resident #62's physician orders revealed in part 11/15/2022 Vanderlift with two person assist for transfers Review of Resident #62's yearly MDS with ARD 10/06/2023 revealed Resident #62 had a BIMS of 15, cognitively intact, and ROM limitation to upper extremities on one side and lower extremity impairments on both sides. Observation on 12/19/2023 at 9:14 a.m. revealed S1 Administrator exiting Resident #62's room. S1 Administrator overheard stating, You're getting ready to transfer him. Observation on 12/19/2023 at 9:15 a.m. revealed Resident #62 being transferred from bed to wheelchair with a lift and 1 person staff assistance of S5 CNA. Upon completion of the transfer S5 CNA was interviewed and stated she wasn't supposed to use the lift by herself but Resident #62 was in a hurry to get up. S5 CNA stated she had called for her partner S6 CNA but he hadn't come yet. Observation of Resident #62's room revealed a neon pink sign above Resident #62's bed that read in part .Transfer: Vanderlift with 2 person assist for transfer. Interview with S5 CNA at the time of observation confirmed the brightly colored signage. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 9:29 a.m. with Resident #62 revealed usually there were 2 CNA's that got him up. Resident #62 denied any falls or injuries, and stated I'm real careful. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 9:36 a.m. with S5 CNA revealed CNA's are supposed to wait until another person comes to help with 2 person transfers but Resident #62 was getting agitated. S5 CNA stated she did not wait for assistance before performing the lift transfer of Resident #62 and should have. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 9:47 a.m. with S1 Administrator revealed he was unaware Resident #62 was a 2 person with lift transfer. S1 Administrator stated S5 CNA should have waited for assistance with the transfer and she did not. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 11:44 a.m. with S6 CNA revealed he and S5 CNA were assigned to Resident #62. S6 CNA stated he was aware S5 CNA needed assistance to transfer Resident #62 but he was assisting another resident. S6 CNA stated CNA's are taught that lift transfers are to always be done by 2 people. S6 CNA stated CNA's are taught to stop and wait for assistance before transferring residents that require 2 people. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 9:55 a.m. with assigned nurse, S3 LPN revealed Resident #62 was a 2 person assist with lift for transfers. S3 LPN stated all lift transfers were supposed to be done by 2 people. S3 LPN stated S5 CNA should have waited for assistance to transfer Resident #62. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 11:07 a.m. with S2 DON revealed CNA's should wait for assistance before transferring residents with a lift or those requiring 2 person transfers. S2 DON stated all lift transfers should be completed by 2 people and S5 CNA should have waited and called again for assistance.
CONCERN (E)

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

Deficiency F0698 (Tag F0698)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure appropriate care and services had been provided for 1 (#3) of 1 residents reviewed for dialysis. The facility failed ...

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Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure appropriate care and services had been provided for 1 (#3) of 1 residents reviewed for dialysis. The facility failed to ensure Resident #3's vital signs were checked pre and post dialysis and failed to ensure communication including the resident's status with the dialysis facility prior to and post dialysis. Findings: Observation on 12/19/23 at 10:18 a.m. revealed Resident #3 awake in bed, watching television. A dressing was observed to Resident #3's right upper arm. Interview at the time of observation revealed Resident #3 was on dialysis and was dialyzed Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Review of the face sheet revealed the resident had an admit date of 02/23/2022, with diagnoses that included Dependence on Renal Dialysis, Essential Hypertension, Type II Diabetes Mellitus, and Chronic Pulmonary Edema. Review of Resident #3's Physicians orders revealed the following Hemodialysis schedule: Resident to have hemodialysis 3 times a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at dialysis center. Check hemodialysis shunt for bruit and thrill Q shift. Blood pressure/Pulse weekly. Vital signs monthly. Review of Resident #3's Comprehensive Care Plan with a target date of 01/26/2024 revealed in part . Requires renal dialysis related to diagnosis of Kidney Failure. Resident will not suffer complications such as infection, fluid overload, dehydration, clotting abnormal bleeding or anemia. Review of Resident #3's clinical record revealed no communication with dialysis facility or documentation the residents vital signs and condition were assessed and communicated with the dialysis center prior to and post dialysis. Interview on 12/20/2023 at 11:20 a.m. with S4 LPN and S3 LPN revealed there were no dialysis communication forms on file for Resident #3. S4 LPN stated they only received information from the dialysis center via phone call if meds were administered or if there were order changes. Interview on 12/20/2023 at 11:32 a.m. with S3 LPN revealed she checks bruit/thrill and applies Lidocaine over Resident #3's shunt site and wraps the site with saran wrap before dialysis. S3 LPN stated Resident #3's vital signs are not checked prior to dialysis. S3 LPN stated Resident #3's returns to the facility from dialysis at around 4:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. and vital signs and/or weights are not obtained at that time either because they're done at dialysis. S3 LPN confirmed there was no way to know if vital signs were abnormal or if there was a significant change in Resident #3's weight prior to leaving the dialysis center if the dialysis nurse doesn't call the facility. Interview on 12/20/2023 at 11:41 a.m. with S2 DON, revealed pre and post dialysis vital signs should be performed for Resident #3 and had not been. S2 DON confirmed there was no communication to or from the dialysis center on file for Resident #3.
Nov 2022 5 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

Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure that each Resident was treated with respect and dignity in a manner and in an environment that promotes maintenance or enhancement of h...

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Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure that each Resident was treated with respect and dignity in a manner and in an environment that promotes maintenance or enhancement of his or her quality of life by failing to provide meals to all Residents at a table at the same time, who were seated at the same time. Observation on 11/14/2022 at 11:56 a.m. revealed tables in the dining room were not served together. All of the Residents in the dining room had been served a meal and the kitchen had finished serving before staff noticed one Resident did not have a tray. Resident was in the dining room when meal service started. Observation on 11/15/2022 at 11:40 a.m. revealed three Residents sitting at a table together and only one Resident was served a meal. Ten minutes elapsed before the other two Residents at that table was served a tray. Interview on 11:45 a.m. with S8 RN in the dining room stated there was no rhyme or reason to their method of serving the tables together and she did not know why they were not served together. S8 RN confirmed the Residents at the same table should be served together
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0578 (Tag F0578)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure the resident's right to formulate an advanced directive was p...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure the resident's right to formulate an advanced directive was properly reflected in the resident's record for 2 (#34, #36) of 3 (#21, #34, #36) residents reviewed for advance directives. The facility failed to ensure all records regarding code status consistently reflected the resident's wishes to be a DNR. Findings: Resident #34 Review of Resident #34's medical record revealed an admit date of [DATE] with diagnoses which included Acute Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Urinary Tract Infection, and Acute Kidney Failure. Review of Resident #34's current physician's orders revealed an order dated [DATE] Do Not Resuscitate. Further review revealed an order dated [DATE] for Hospice Care. Review of Resident #34's medical record revealed she was currently care planned for advanced directives to be honored with an intervention which stated Do Not Resuscitate. Further review of Resident #34's medical record revealed she was listed as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) status on her Face sheet and within the bed board Electronic Health Record (EHR) application. Review of the paper chart for Resident #34 revealed a Louisiana Physician Order for Scope of Treatment (LaPOST) which stated the resident had a diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with comfort care/end of life listed as the goal. Further review of the Louisiana Physician Order for Scope of Treatment (LaPOST) revealed Resident #34's code status was listed as Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) and was signed by Resident #34's daughter on [DATE] and by Resident #34's physician on [DATE]. Record review of the paper chart revealed a form titled Authorization to Withdraw or Withhold Life-Prolonging Treatment from an Incompetent Resident which stated Do not use Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and was signed and dated by Resident #34's daughter on [DATE] and signed by the physician on [DATE]. Further review of the paper chart revealed Resident #34's Facesheet which listed a resuscitation status of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Interview on [DATE] at 9:22 a.m. with S13 LPN (Resident #34's primary nurse) stated Resident #34 was a full code (initiate Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). S13 LPN retrieved this information from the Electronic Health Record (EHR) bed board application, and stated that is how staff determined code status for Residents. Interview on [DATE] at 11:05 a.m. with S3 DON confirmed Resident #34's medical records contained conflicting code status information for Resident #34 and should not have. Resident #36 Review of Resident #36's medical record revealed an admit date of [DATE] with diagnoses that included Fracture of Lumbar Vertebra, Shortness of Breath, Chronic Pain, Dementia, and Dyspnea. Review of Resident #36's EHR's current physician's orders revealed an order dated [DATE] to initiate CPR. Further review revealed an order dated [DATE] for Hospice care. Review of Resident #36's medical record revealed the resident was currently care planned for advanced directives to be honored with an intervention listed that stated Initiate CPR. Review of the paper chart for Resident #36 revealed a LaPOST which stated the resident had a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease with comfort care listed as the goal. Further review of the LaPOST revealed Resident #36's code status was listed as DNR and was signed by Resident #36's spouse on [DATE] and by Resident #36's physician on [DATE]. Further review of the chart revealed a form titled Authorization to Withdraw or Withhold Life-Prolonging Treatment From an Incompetent Resident which stated Do not use CPR and was signed and dated by Resident #36's spouse on [DATE] and signed by the physician on [DATE]. In an interview on [DATE] at 11:02 a.m., S3 DON acknowledged Resident #36's medical records contained conflicting code status information for Resident #36 and should not have.
CONCERN (D)

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

Grievances (Tag F0585)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview, record review, and review of the facility's policies and procedures, the facility failed to make prompt efforts to document and resolve grievances for 1 (#88) of 1 sampled Resident...

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Based on interview, record review, and review of the facility's policies and procedures, the facility failed to make prompt efforts to document and resolve grievances for 1 (#88) of 1 sampled Residents reviewed for grievances out of a total of 27 sampled Residents. Findings: Review of the facility's grievance policy revealed the following procedure: Purpose: The primary purpose of this grievance procedure is to support each resident's right to voice any grievance or complaint about treatment, care, management of funds, lost clothing, or violation of rights and to assure that after receiving a complaint/grievance, the facility actively seeks a resolution and keeps the resident/family appropriately apprised of its progress toward resolution. Policy Interpretation and Implementation: Prompt effort should be made by facility staff to resolve the complaint/grievance. The resident /family should be appropriately appraised of the resolution or progress toward resolution either verbally or in writing. In an interview on 11/14/2022 at 1:54 P.M. Resident #88 stated he had clothing items that had been missing for over a week. The items include: (1) blue jogging pants, (1) black jogging pants, (1) blue sleeveless shirt, and (1) black sleeveless shirt. Resident #88 stated that he notified staff of the missing items at some point last week but was unaware of the names of staff the he spoke with. In an interview on 11/15/2022 at 9:35 A.M. S12 CNA confirmed that Resident #88 notified her that he was missing the four articles of clothing. S12 CNA states that she looked in Resident #88's closet and went to laundry to find items but was unsuccessful. S12 CNA stated she notified laundry staff and the floor nurse at the time of missing items. In an interview on 11/16/2022 at 9:22 A.M. S11 Laundry stated that she was not notified that Resident #88 was missing any items of clothing. S11 Laundry went through clothing in laundry at the time without success in finding missing items. In an interview on 11/16/2022 at 9:40 A.M. S1 Administrator confirmed that he was never notified about missing items of clothing, so therefore the grievance was never added to the grievance log or addressed.
CONCERN (D)

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

PASARR Coordination (Tag F0644)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure that a resident with an identified mental disorder was referr...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure that a resident with an identified mental disorder was referred for a Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) Level II evaluation as required for 1 (#6) of 2 (#6, #17) Residents reviewed for PASARR Level II screening out of a total of 27 sampled Residents. Findings: Record review revealed Resident #6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a Level I completed, Level II was not indicated. Record review of Resident #6 revealed a diagnosis of Schizoaffective Disorder. Further review of the record revealed the Resident had been admitted to a behavioral health facility for 2 weeks in March of 2022 due to aggressive behaviors with his roommate. Continued review of the Resident's record revealed there were no Level II PASARR screening on the Resident's chart. In an interview on 11/16/2022 at 10:40 A.M. S1 Administrator revealed that he was unaware that a Level II screening referral was needed to be done with the Resident's recent behaviors and inpatient behavioral health stay. S1 Administrator confirmed that he did not submit a referral to OBH for a Level II PASARR evaluation and determination.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0685 (Tag F0685)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to ensure 1 (#19) of 2 (#6, #19) residents reviewed for co...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to ensure 1 (#19) of 2 (#6, #19) residents reviewed for communication and sensory problems out of a total sample of 27 residents received proper treatment and an assistive device to maintain and/or improve hearing. Findings: Review of Resident #19's Clinical Record revealed the Resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the following diagnoses: Unspecified Hearing Loss, Schizoaffective Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Other Cerebrovascular Disease. Review of Resident #19's Quarterly MDS with an ARD of 10/07/2022 revealed he had a BIMS score of 4 (indicating severely impaired cognition), hearing that was highly impaired and no hearing aid, and Resident understands clear comprehension and was understood. The MDS further revealed Resident #19 required two person physical assistance for bed mobility, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene and transfers; supervision for eating. Review of Resident #19's Care Plan with a review date of 01/20/2023 revealed: Resident had difficulty hearing and interventions to ensure hearing aids are in place and in good working order and to refer to audiology for annual evaluation. Observation and interview on 11/14/2022 at 11:04 a.m. revealed surveyor attempting to communicate with Resident #19. S7 CNA stated he is deaf and staff used paper and pen to communicate with him. Interview on 11/15/2022 at 8:55 a.m. with S9 COTA Rehab Director revealed she communicated with Resident #19 by writing on paper and hand gestures. Stated Resident #19 currently received therapy due to an overall decline. Interview on 11/15/2022 at 3:22 p.m. with S6 SSD revealed she did not know anything about Resident #19 ever having hearing aids or a referral to an audiologist. Interview on 11/15/2022 at 3:36 p.m. with S10 LPN Care Plan Nurse revealed she was responsible for updating Resident's care plan and confirmed he had a hearing problem with interventions to ensure hearing aids are in place and in good working order and to refer Resident for annual audiology evaluation. S10 LPN further stated she did not know anything about Resident #19 having hearing aids or ever having a referral for an annual audiology evaluation. Interview on 11/15/2022 at 3:47 p.m. with S3 DON and S5 ADON revealed Resident #19 had not had hearing aids since he had been at the facility (admission date 03/13/2013) and no referral for an annual audiology evaluation had been made. Interview on 11/16/2022 at 10:25 with Resident #19 and accompanied by S3 DON revealed Resident #19 would like to be assessed for hearing aids. Resident communicated to surveyor and S3 DON he had hearing aids before and they helped. Interview on 11/16/2022 at 10:30 a.m. with S3 DON confirmed Resident #19 had not been assessed for hearing aids but he should have been.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

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

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Louisiana facilities.
Concerns
  • • Multiple safety concerns identified: Federal abuse finding, 2 life-threatening violation(s). Review inspection reports carefully.
  • • 23 deficiencies on record, including 2 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
  • • Grade F (1/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
Bottom line: This facility has a substantiated abuse finding. Extreme caution advised. Explore alternatives.

About This Facility

What is Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's CMS Rating?

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

How is Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Staffed?

CMS rates HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 49%, compared to the Louisiana average of 46%.

What Have Inspectors Found at Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

State health inspectors documented 23 deficiencies at HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER during 2022 to 2025. These included: 2 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 21 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.

Who Owns and Operates Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by CENTRAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 130 certified beds and approximately 94 residents (about 72% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in PINEVILLE, Louisiana.

How Does Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Compare to Other Louisiana Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Louisiana, HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 2.4, staff turnover (49%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "What safeguards and monitoring systems are in place to protect residents from abuse or neglect?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the substantiated abuse finding on record.

Is Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Safe?

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

Do Nurses at Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Stick Around?

HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 49%, which is about average for Louisiana 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 Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Ever Fined?

HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.

Is Hilltop Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Any Federal Watch List?

HILLTOP NURSING & REHABILITATION 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.