COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER

380 SUMNER STREET, STOUGHTON, MA 02072 (781) 341-2300
For profit - Partnership 123 Beds Independent Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
73/100
#17 of 338 in MA
Last Inspection: October 2024

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

Overview

Copley at Stoughton Nursing Care Center has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice for families, as it falls within the 70-79 range on the grading scale. It ranks #17 out of 338 facilities in Massachusetts, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 33 in Norfolk County, which means only one local option is better. However, the facility's trend is worsening, with issues increasing from 6 in 2023 to 8 in 2024. Staffing is a strong point, rated 5 out of 5 stars, and has a turnover rate of only 24%, which is significantly lower than the state average of 39%. While there is more RN coverage than 91% of facilities in the state, the center has faced some concerns, including a serious incident where a resident fell due to inadequate supervision and another where a resident's pressure ulcer was not properly treated, resulting in worsening conditions. Overall, while there are notable strengths, families should be aware of the recent increase in deficiencies.

Trust Score
B
73/100
In Massachusetts
#17/338
Top 5%
Safety Record
Moderate
Needs review
Inspections
Getting Worse
6 → 8 violations
Staff Stability
✓ Good
24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
Penalties
⚠ Watch
$10,517 in fines. Higher than 82% of Massachusetts facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
Skilled Nurses
✓ Good
Each resident gets 58 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Massachusetts. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
Violations
⚠ Watch
22 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★★★★★
5.0
Overall Rating
★★★★★
5.0
Staff Levels
★★★★★
5.0
Care Quality
★★★☆☆
3.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2023: 6 issues
2024: 8 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
  • 5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Low Staff Turnover (24%) · Staff stability means consistent care
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record
  • Staff turnover is low (24%)

    24 points below Massachusetts average of 48%

Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.

The Bad

Federal Fines: $10,517

Below median ($33,413)

Minor penalties assessed

The Ugly 22 deficiencies on record

2 actual harm
Oct 2024 8 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0551 (Tag F0551)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident's (#93) representative, as designated by the Resident, was able to make medical decisions for the Resident, in a sample...

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Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident's (#93) representative, as designated by the Resident, was able to make medical decisions for the Resident, in a sample of 22 records reviewed. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure that the Resident's representative was able to formulate the Resident's Massachusetts Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) form. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Advance Directives, revised September 2022, indicated but was not limited to the following: -Prior to or upon admission of a resident, the social services director or designee inquires of the resident, his/her family members and/or his or her legal representative, about the existence of any written advance directives. -The resident or representative is provided with written information concerning the right to refuse or accept medical or surgical treatment and to formulate an advance directive if he or she chooses to do so. -If the resident is incapacitated and unable to receive information about his or her right to formulate an advance directive, the information may be provided to the residents legal representative. -Upon admission the interdisciplinary team assesses the resident's decision-making capacity and identifies the primary decision-maker if the resident is determined not to have decision-making capacity. -The interdisciplinary team conducts ongoing review of the resident's decision-making capacity and invokes the resident representative or health care agent if the resident is determined not to have decision-making capacity. Resident #93 was admitted to the facility in February 2024 with a diagnosis of dementia. Review of the medical record for Resident #93 indicated a Physician completed a Health Care Activation Form on 2/7/24. The form indicated the physician determined Resident #93 lacked the capacity to make and/or communicate health care decisions related to cognitive impairment dementia and the duration was undetermined. Review of Resident #93's Care Plan indicated but was not limited to the following: -Focus: Resident has a MOLST: DNR (do not resuscitate) DNI (do not intubate) Do not use invasive ventilation No CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) DNH (do not hospitalize) No dialysis No artificial nutrition No artificial hydration -Interventions 1) Communicate with hospital/EMTs (emergency medical technician) code status 2) MOLST form/copy of MOLST form in front of chart 3) Review MOLST form quarterly with resident and/or HCP 4) If changes made by resident and/or HCP use new MOLST form. Review of the medical record indicated that the Resident signed a MOLST form on 5/14/24 indicating the Resident was not to be resuscitated, not to be intubated and ventilated, not to use non-invasive ventilation, not transferred to the hospital unless needed for comfort, and not to be treated with dialysis, artificial nutrition, or artificial hydration. The MOLST form was signed by the provider on 5/14/24, effecting the orders for life-sustaining treatment immediately as indicated on the MOLST form completed by the Resident. The record failed to indicate that the Resident's representative reviewed and signed the Resident's MOLST form. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 11:10 A.M., Unit Manager (UM) #3 and surveyor reviewed that Resident #93's HCP had been activated in February 2024 and that the Resident, not the HCP, had signed the MOLST form in May 2024. UM #3 said that hospice staff had assisted the Resident with completing the MOLST form but that the HCP should have reviewed and signed the MOLST form at that time since the Resident's HCP was activated.
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

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement an individualized, person-centered care plan to meet the physical, psychosocial, and functional needs f...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement an individualized, person-centered care plan to meet the physical, psychosocial, and functional needs for two Residents (#93 and #37), out of a total sample of 22 residents. Specifically, the facility failed: 1. For Resident #93, to develop and implement interventions to address the Resident's risk for falls; and 2. For Resident #37, to ensure the care plan was updated when a Foley catheter (small flexible tube inserted into the urethra to drain urine from the bladder) used to manage the Resident's urinary retention was ineffective and changed to a larger size catheter in response following two episodes of urinary incontinence. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Falls - Clinical Protocol, revised September 2012, indicated but was not limited to the following: -Based on the preceding assessment, the staff and physician will identify pertinent interventions to try to prevent subsequent falls and to address risks of serious consequences of falling. -If underlying causes cannot be readily identified or corrected, staff will try various relevant interventions, based on assessment of the nature or category of falling, until falling reduces or stops or until a reason is identified for its continuation. -If the individual continues to fall, the staff and physician will re-evaluate the situation and consider other possible reasons for the resident's falling (besides those that have already been identified) and will re-evaluate the continued relevance of current interventions. Review of the facility's policy titled Care Plans, Comprehensive Person-Centered, revised March 2022, indicated but was not limited to the following: -The interdisciplinary team (IDT), in conjunction with the resident and his/her family or legal representative, develops and implements a comprehensive, person-centered care plan for each resident. -The comprehensive, person-centered care plan: a. includes measurable objectives and timeframes; b. describes the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being; c. includes the resident's stated goals upon admission and desired outcomes; d. builds on the resident's strengths; e. reflects currently recognized standards of practice for problem areas and conditions -Care plan interventions are chosen only after data gathering, proper sequencing of events, careful consideration of the relationship between the resident's problem areas and their causes, and relevant clinical decision making. -Assessments of residents are ongoing and care plans are revised as information about the residents and the residents' conditions change. -The IDT reviews and updates the care plan: a. when there has been a significant change in the resident's condition; b. when the desired outcome is not met; c. when the resident has been readmitted to the facility from a hospital stay; and d. at least quarterly, in conjunction with the required quarterly MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessment. Review of the facility form titled Resident Incident/Accident Report indicated but was not limited to: -Identify what new intervention was put into to prevent a reoccurrence [sic]. The form indicates that the area must be completed. Resident #93 was admitted to the facility in February 2024 with diagnoses including repeated falls, concussion (a brain injury that occurs when the brain is forced to move rapidly within the skull), difficulty walking, weakness, and dementia. Review of Resident #93's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 8/28/24, indicated that the Resident was severely cognitively impaired as evidenced by a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 6 out of 15. Review of the medical record indicated Resident #93 sustained four falls after his/her admission to the facility: -On 4/24/24 at 5:30 P.M., the Resident fell from his/her wheelchair. -On 4/25/24 at 11:00 A.M., the Resident was found on the floor. -On 7/10/24 at 6:20 A.M., the Resident was found sitting on the floor. -On 8/3/24 at 11:10 P.M., the Resident was found sitting on the floor. Review of the facility's Resident Incident/Accident Reports for the falls occurring on 4/25/24, 7/10/24, and 8/3/24 did not indicate new interventions put into place to prevent falls. The Resident Incident/Accident Report for the fall occurring on 4/24/24 indicated the intervention put into place was Call for assistance. Review of Resident #93's Progress Notes indicated but was not limited to the following: -On 4/24/24 at 5:30 P.M., the Resident was found lying on the floor near his/her wheelchair. The Resident had been sitting in the wheelchair prior. When asked what happened, the Resident stated he/she leaned forward to pick up something and slipped out of the chair. -On 4/25/24 at 11:00 A.M., the Resident was found on the floor in his/her room and stated he/she had to use the bathroom. -On 7/10/24 just before 6:30 A.M., the Resident was found sitting on his/her buttocks next to his/her bed. -On 8/3/24 at 11:10 P.M., the Resident slipped from his/her bed with his/her buttocks on the floor. The Resident was confused and having hallucinations and Ativan (an antianxiety medication) was administered at 1:00 A.M. -On 8/4/24 at 6:29 A.M., the Resident was evaluated by a Nurse Practitioner (NP) via telemedicine visit. The NP indicated that the Resident's fall interventions were reviewed and additional fall prevention precautions were to be added per center protocol. Review of Resident #93's Care Plans indicated but was not limited to the following: -Focus: The resident has had an actual fall with serious injury poor balance and unsteady gait (2/5/24) -Goal: a) The resident will resume usual activities without further incident through the review date (2/5/24) b) The resident's Facial Concussion and bruises will resolve without complication by review date (2/5/24) -Interventions: a) Bed at lowest position. (2/5/24) b) Continue interventions on the at-risk plan. (2/5/24) c) Ensure call light is within reach. (2/5/24) d) Ensure patient is wearing slip resistant shoes or socks with grips. (2/5/24) e) Ensure proper use of assistive devices. (2/5/24) f) For no apparent acute injury, determine and address causative factors of the fall. (8/4/24) g) Keep residents [sic] personal possessions within reach. (2/5/24) h) Monitor/document/report PRN (as needed) x 72h (hours) to MD for s/sx (signs and symptoms): Pain, bruises, Change in mental status, New onset: confusion, sleepiness, inability to maintain posture, agitation. (2/5/24) i) Pharmacy consult to evaluate medications. (2/5/24) j) Provide activities that promote exercise and strength building where possible Provide 1:1 activities if bedbound. (2/5/24) k) PT consult for strength and mobility. (8/4/24). Further review of Resident #93's Care Plans failed to identify a separate at-risk plan as identified in the actual fall care plan interventions noted above. Review of the medical record failed to indicate that Resident #93's comprehensive care plan was reviewed/updated to identify and/or add additional fall prevention interventions after the Resident's falls on 4/24/24, 4/25/24, and 7/10/24. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 12:59 P.M., Nurse #11 said that when a resident has a fall, an incident report is done, the physician and family are notified, the resident is assessed, a fall assessment is completed in the electronic medical record. Nurse #11 said that the Charge Nurse usually updates the Resident's care plan and the completed incident report is given to the Director of Nursing (DON) for review. During an interview on 10/08/24 at 1:00 P.M., the surveyor and DON reviewed the Resident Incident/Accident Reports for Resident #93's falls. The DON said that the reports did not indicate interventions put into place after each fall but that the care plan should have been updated. During an interview on 10/08/24 at 1:25 P.M., MDS Nurse #1 said that no care plan updates were made to Resident #93's fall care plan after the Resident fell on 4/24/24 and 4/25/24. 2. Resident #37 was admitted to the facility in August 2023 with diagnoses including neuromuscular dysfunction of the bladder. Review of the MDS assessment, dated 9/11/24, indicated Resident #37 had severe cognitive impairment as evidenced by a BIMS score of 4 out of 15, and had an indwelling urinary catheter. Review of the medical record indicated Resident #37 was admitted to the hospital in March 2024 and was treated for a urinary tract infection. The Resident had a Foley catheter in place at the time of admission to the hospital, but it was removed prior to discharge. Physician's orders upon return to the facility included, but was not limited to: -Post void residual (PVR) bladder scan every shift. Insert Foley catheter (FC) for greater than 350 milliliters (ml), every shift for 2 Days (4/1/2024) Review of a Skilled Nurse's Note, dated 4/2/24, indicated a bladder scan was performed with a post-void residual (PVR) volume of 438 ml. A Foley Catheter 16 French (Fr) 10 ml balloon was inserted. Review of Resident #37's comprehensive care plans indicated but was not limited to: -Focus: The resident has an indwelling Foley catheter related to neurogenic bladder (10/20/23) -Interventions: Catheter: The resident has 16 French catheter. Position catheter bag and tubing below the level of the bladder and away from entrance room door (4/12/24) -Goal: The resident will show no signs/symptoms of urinary infection through review date (4/12/24) Review of a Skilled Nurse's Note, dated 9/13/24, indicated Resident #37 was incontinent of a large amount of urine and the FC 16 Fr 10 ml balloon was changed (with the same size catheter). Review of a Skilled Nurse's Note, dated 9/30/24, indicated Resident #37 was incontinent of a large amount of urine and the FC was changed to a 22 Fr 30 ml balloon. During an interview with observation on 10/7/24 at 10:33 A.M., Nurse #12 confirmed that Resident #37 had a Foley catheter, but did not know the size of the catheter or the retention balloon as there was no physician's order and said she was going to look at the catheter itself to obtain that information. Nurse #12 walked down the hallway and entered Resident #37's room, and proceeded to reposition the Resident while he/she was reclined in bed, remove the Resident's pants and examine the Foley catheter. She said the catheter was a 22 Fr with a 30 ml retention balloon. Further review of comprehensive care plans indicated the care plan for indwelling catheter was not revised to reflect the discontinuation of the FC 16 Fr 10 ml balloon due to its ineffectiveness and initiation of the larger size Foley catheter 22 Fr 30 ml balloon. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 11:25 A.M., Unit Manager #2 said the care plan should have been updated when the 16 Fr Foley catheter failed to effectively manage the Resident's urinary retention and a new, larger catheter was inserted on 9/30/24.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0658 (Tag F0658)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided care in accordance wi...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided care in accordance with professional standards of practice for two Residents (#77 and #37), out of a total sample of 22 residents. Specifically, the facility failed: 1. For Resident #77, to identify and provide care for an implanted central line catheter (port, type of central line that allows for long-term access to a patient's bloodstream); and 2. For Resident #37, to ensure physician's orders for insertion of indwelling Foley catheters, including the size of the device, was obtained/documented in the medical record on three occasions. Findings include: Review of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing Advisory Ruling on Nursing Practice, dated as revised April 11, 2018, indicated but was not limited to: Nurse's Responsibility and Accountability: Licensed nurses accept, verify, transcribe, and implement orders from duly authorized prescriber that are received by a variety of methods (i.e., written, verbal/telephone, standing orders/protocols, pre-printed order sets, electronic) in emergent and non-emergent situations. Licensed nurses in a management role must ensure an infrastructure is in place, consistent with current standards of care, to minimize error. 1. Review of the facility's policy titled admission Assessment and Follow Up: Role of the Nurse, last revised September 2012, indicated but was not limited to: - Purpose: The purpose of this procedure is to gather information about the resident's physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial condition upon admission for the purposes of managing the resident, initiating the care plan, and completing required assessment instructions, including the MDS (Minimum Data Set). -Steps in the Procedure: 7. Conduct an admission assessment (history and physical), including: a. A summary of the individual's recent medical history, including hospitalizations, acute illnesses, and overall status prior to admission. b. Relevant medical, social, and family history. c. A list of active medical diagnoses and patient problems. - Documentation: The following information should be recorded in the resident's medical record: 3. All relevant assessment data obtained during the procedure. Review of the facility's policy titled Implanted Venous Port Flushing and Locking, last revised 2022, indicated but was not limited to: -Purpose: the purposes of this procedure are to maintain patency of the implanted port. -Frequency 4. Flush implanted venous ports not accessed for infusion at least 10 mL (milliliters) with preservative-free 0.9% sodium chlorine and 3-5 mL heparin (anticoagulant medication, used to prevent clots) every 3 months for maintenance flushing, or refer to manufacturer's instructions. Review of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), dated 5/15/23, indicated but was not limited to: - A central line is a thin, flexible, large-bore tube inserted into a client's large vein, also referred to as a central venous access device (CVAD). -CVADs are commonly guided into the superior vena cava so the distal tip is located in the superior vena cava near the junction with the right atrium. -Complications: -Occlusion due to clot formations: -Flush the catheter routinely as recommended and according to agency policy. -Skin erosion: -Assess the skin at and around the CVAD insertion site. Note any skin separation from the catheter exit site, drainage, contusions, or any indication of skin involvement. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK594495/ Resident #77 was admitted to the facility in June 2024 with diagnoses including ovarian cancer, colon cancer, and weakness. Review of Resident #77's hospital discharge paperwork, dated 6/11/24, indicated but was not limited to: -Patient Lines/Drains/Airway Status -Implanted Port Chest Wall Review of Resident #77's intial admission assessment, dated 6/11/24, failed to indicate he/she had an implanted central line catheter. Review of Resident #77's hospital discharge paperwork, dated 7/3/24, indicated but was not limited to: - Patient Lines/Drains/Airway Status - Single Lumen Implantable Port Right Chest Review of Resident #77's re-admission assessment, dated 7/3/24, failed to indicate he/she had an implanted central line catheter. Review of Resident #77's chest x-ray (obtained because of an elevated white blood cell count), dated 9/27/24, indicated he/she had a right implanted central line catheter. Further review of Resident #77's medical record failed to indicate he/she had orders for care and maintenance of the implanted central line catheter. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 3:00 P.M., Nurse #2 said she completed Resident #77's admission assessment on 7/3/24. Nurse #2 said she completed an admission assessment but had not reviewed Resident #77's hospital discharge paperwork because another nurse did. Nurse #2 said she did not identify Resident #77 had an implanted central line catheter but should have. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 10:49 A.M., Nurse #10 said she had completed Resident #77's admission assessment dated [DATE]. Nurse #10 said she was aware Resident #77 had an implanted central line catheter, but she did not mark it off on his/her admission assessment and did not pass it on. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 2:58 P.M., Unit Manager (UM) #3 said residents who have implanted central line catheters should have orders for care and maintenance of them. UM #3 said she was unaware Resident #77 had an implanted central line catheter. UM #3 said Resident #77 should have orders for care and maintenance of his/her implanted central line catheter but does not. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 11:32 P.M., the Director of Nursing (DON) said for any resident who had an implanted central line catheter the expectation is that he/she had orders for care and maintenance of it, but Resident #77 did not. 2. Review of the facility's policies titled Medication and Treatment Orders, last revised July 2016, and Verbal Orders, last revised February 2014, indicated but was not limited to: - Verbal orders are those given by an authorized practitioner directly to a person authorized to receive and transcribe orders on his or her behalf. A telephone order is a verbal order given over the telephone. - Text messaging is not an acceptable method of communicating an order. - The individual receiving the verbal order must write it on the physician's order sheet as v.o. (verbal order) or t.o. (telephone order). - The individual receiving the verbal order will: a. read the order back to the practitioner to ensure that the information is clearly understood and correctly transcribed; b. record the ordering practitioner's last name and his or her credentials (MD, NP, PA, etc.); and c. record the date and time of the order. Resident #37 was admitted to the facility in August 2023 and has diagnoses including neuromuscular dysfunction of the bladder. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 9/11/24, indicated Resident #37 had severe cognitive impairment as evidenced by a Brief Interview for Mental Status score of 4 out of 15, and had an indwelling urinary catheter. Review of the medical record indicated Resident #37 was admitted to the hospital in March 2024 and was treated for a urinary tract infection. The Resident had a Foley catheter in place at the time of admission to the hospital, and it was removed prior to discharge. Review of the Physician's Orders upon return to the facility included but was not limited to: -Post-void residual (PVR) bladder scan every shift. Insert Foley catheter for greater than 350 milliliters (ml), every shift for 2 Days (4/1/24 - 4/2/24) The physician's order failed to identify the size of the Foley catheter and retention balloon to be inserted. Review of a Skilled Nurse's Note, dated 4/2/24, indicated a bladder scan was performed with a PVR volume of 438 ml and a Foley catheter 16 French (Fr) 10 ml retention balloon was inserted. Review of the medical record indicated the following physician's orders were initiated on 4/2/24: -Foley catheter care every shift -Maintain enhanced precautions related to Foley catheter every shift -Foley Catheter Output every shift Document amount -Change catheter drainage bag (CD) weekly and label/date every night shift every Wednesday Further review of the entire medical record failed to indicate a physician's order was obtained and documented that included the Foley catheter size and retention balloon size to be inserted. Review of a Skilled Nurse's Note, dated 9/13/24, indicated Resident #37 was incontinent of a large amount of urine and the Foley catheter 16 Fr 10 ml retention balloon was changed (with the same size catheter). Further review of the entire medical record failed to indicate a physician's order was obtained and documented to remove and insert a new Foley catheter 16 Fr 10 ml retention balloon. Review of a Skilled Nurse's Note, dated 9/30/24, indicated Resident #37 was incontinent of a large amount of urine, 100 ml in Foley drainage bag, and the Foley catheter was changed with a 22 Fr 30 ml retention balloon. Nurse Practitioner (NP #1) aware. Further review of the entire medical record failed to indicate a physician's order was obtained and documented to remove the Foley catheter 16 Fr 10 ml retention balloon and insert a new FC 22 Fr 30 ml retention balloon. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 10:33 A.M., Nurse #12 reviewed Resident #37's medical record and said she could not find any information about the size of the Foley catheter and retention balloon. Said there should be a physician's order that includes the type and size of the catheter and retention balloon and there is no order. She said there were only orders for catheter care every shift and to change the CD bag. Nurse #12 said it is important to have physician's orders with information about the size of the catheter and retention balloon available in the medical record because if something happens, they need to have that information to change the catheter with the proper size device. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 10:55 A.M., Unit Manager #2 reviewed Resident #37's medical record and said there should have been an order for insertion of the Foley catheter on 4/2/24 that included the size of the catheter and retention balloon and there is not. She said there should also have been orders obtained and documented for the catheter changes with sizes of the catheter on 9/13/24 and 9/30/24 and there were no orders documented as required. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 2:15 P.M., NP #1 said she doesn't recall getting any messages or hearing anything about Resident #37's Foley catheter insertions on 4/2/24, 9/13/24, and 9/30/24, but may have. During a subsequent interview on 10/7/24 at 2:31 P.M., NP #1 said she just reviewed her cell phone messages and found a message from a Nurse regarding Resident #27 dated 9/30/24. She read the message aloud to the survey team and it indicated the Resident was incontinent of urine and a 22 Fr catheter was inserted and it was working, draining clear yellow urine. She said she still did not recall giving an order for the new catheter, but she must have. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 11:25 A.M., Nurse #4 reviewed Resident #37's medical record and said on 9/13/24, the Resident was incontinent of a large amount of urine and she changed the Foley catheter. She said she couldn't remember who she spoke to and did not write/transcribe a telephone order for the Foley catheter change in the medical record. Nurse #4 said on 9/30/24, Resident #37 was incontinent and she notified NP #1 and was given a verbal order to change the catheter, but did not transcribe the order into the medical record. She said she should have written the order and included the size of the catheter and retention balloon and written a note documenting NP notification and that an order was given. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 1:35 P.M., the DON said the nurse should have documented contacting the NP and transcribed the orders for the Foley catheters, including the size of the catheter and retention balloon, when they were inserted on 4/2/24, 9/13/24, and 9/30/24.
CONCERN (E)

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

Drug Regimen Review (Tag F0756)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to act promptly upon recommendations made by the Consultant Pharmacist during the monthly Medication Regimen Reviews (MRR) for one Resident (#...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to act promptly upon recommendations made by the Consultant Pharmacist during the monthly Medication Regimen Reviews (MRR) for one Resident (#93), out of a total sample of 22 residents. Specifically, the facility failed to act on the consultant pharmacist's recommendation to add a stop date to the Resident's as needed Ativan (an antianxiety medication) order. Findings include: Resident #93 was admitted to the facility in February 2024 with diagnoses including dementia and anxiety. Review of Resident #93's medical record indicated he/she was seen by the Consultant Pharmacist in July 2024 and recommendations were made. The surveyor was unable to locate the July 2024 Consultant Pharmacist's recommendation in Resident #93's record. After inquiry, the facility provided Resident #93's July 2024 Summary of all Doctor Recommendations, dated 7/11/24, provided by the consultant pharmacist. The document indicated but was not limited to: -Resident #93 had an order for as needed Ativan without a stop date and that after 14 days, the use of the as needed psychoactive medication may be continued if it is determined that the benefit of treatment outweighs the potential/actual risk of continued as needed therapy. -The Consultant Pharmacist recommended that if the medication was continued as needed, a stop date should be added to the order. Further review of the July 2024 recommendation form indicated the physician/prescriber response section was blank. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 10:40 A.M., Unit Manager #2 said that she had not been aware of the pharmacist's recommendations from July. Unit Manager #2 said the July recommendations should have been addressed. During an interview on 10/9/24 at 8:42 A.M., the Consultant Pharmacist said that she had provided the facility with a recommendation in July 2024 regarding the lack of stop date on Resident #93's as needed Ativan order. The Consultant Pharmacist said that after a recommendation is made but not addressed when she returns for subsequent months' reviews, it goes on a list of pending recommendations that is given to the facility. The Consultant Pharmacist said that the recommendation she had made in July 2024 for Resident #93 was on the list of pending recommendations that had not been addressed and given to the facility in both August 2024 and September 2024.
CONCERN (E)

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

Medication Errors (Tag F0758)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident's (#93) drug regimen was free from unnecessary psychotropic medications, out of a total sample of 22 residents. Specifi...

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Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident's (#93) drug regimen was free from unnecessary psychotropic medications, out of a total sample of 22 residents. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure as needed antianxiety medications were limited to 14 days or extended beyond 14 days with a documented clinical rationale and duration. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Psychotropic Medication Use, dated July 2022, indicated but was not limited to the following: 12. Psychotropic medications are not prescribed or given on a PRN (as needed) basis unless that medication is necessary to treat a diagnosed specific condition that is documented in the clinical record. a. PRN orders for psychotropic medications are limited to 14 days. (1) For psychotropic medications that are NOT antipsychotics: If the prescriber or attending physician believes it is appropriate to extend the PRN order beyond 14 days, he or she will document the rationale for extending the use and include the duration for the PRN order. Resident #93 was admitted to the facility in February 2024 with diagnoses including dementia and anxiety. Review of Resident #93's Physician's Orders indicated but was not limited to the following: -Alprazolam (an antianxiety medication) Oral Tablet 0.25 milligrams (mg) Give 0.25 mg by mouth every 12 hours as needed for anxiety (start date 2/5/24, no end date) -Ativan (an antianxiety medication) Oral Tablet 0.5 mg Give 1 tablet sublingually every 4 hours as needed for anxiety (start date 7/7/24, no end date) Review of Resident #93's Medication Administration Record (MAR) indicated that as needed Ativan was administered on: -7/18/24 at 2:04 A.M. -7/20/24 at 1:15 A.M. -7/25/24 at 1:25 A.M. -7/30/24 at 1:42 A.M. -8/4/24 at 1:33 A.M. -8/10/24 at 5:04 P.M. -8/21/24 at 1:01 A.M. -8/22/24 at 12:58 A.M. -8/25/24 at 2:12 A.M. -9/4/24 at 1:07 A.M. and 3:44 P.M. -9/20/24 at 4:17 P.M. Review of the MAR for July through October 2024 did not indicate that Resident #93 was administered as needed Alprazolam. Review of Resident #93's medical record failed to indicate that the use of antianxiety medications on an as needed basis was limited to 14 days or extended beyond 14 days with a documented clinical rationale and duration. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 10:40 A.M., Unit Manager #2 said she was aware that the Resident's as needed psychotropic medication orders needed stop dates.
CONCERN (F)

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

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

2. Review of the facility's policy titled Legionella Water Management Program, dated as revised September 2022, indicated but was not limited to: - As part of the infection prevention and control prog...

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Review of the facility's policy titled Legionella Water Management Program, dated as revised September 2022, indicated but was not limited to: - As part of the infection prevention and control program, our facility has a water management program, which is overseen by the water management team. - The water management team consists of at least the following personnel: a. the infection preventionist; b. the administrator; c. the medical director (or designee); d. the director of maintenance; and e. the director of environmental services. - The purposes of the water management program are to identify areas in the water system where Legionella bacteria can grow and spread, and to reduce the risk of Legionnaire's disease. - The water management program includes the following elements: a. an interdisciplinary water management team. b. a detailed description of and diagram of the water system in the facility, including the following: (1) Receiving; (2) Cold water distribution; (3) Heating; (4) Hot water distribution; (5) Waste. c. the identification of areas in the water system that could encourage the growth and spread of Legionella or other waterborne bacteria. d. the identification of situations that can lead to Legionella growth, such as: (5) water temperature fluctuations; (6) water pressure changes; (7) water stagnation; and (8) inadequate disinfection. f. the control limits or parameters that are acceptable and that are monitored; h. a system to monitor control limits and the effectiveness of control measures; j. documentation of the program. - The water management program is reviewed at least once a year, or sooner, if any of the following occur: a. the control limits are consistently not met. During an interview on 10/4/24 at 3:42 P.M., the Director of Maintenance (DOM) said he was new to the facility and had been DOM for about one month. The DOM said he could not provide documentation that a water management program had been implemented prior to his hire. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 2:04 P.M., the Administrator provided a binder of the water management program that was to be in place from 7/31/24 to 9/18/24, but said he could not provide any testing or monitoring documentation during that time. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 3:41 P.M., the Infection Preventionist (IP) said she had not previously participated in the water management program. Based on observation, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and potential transmission of communicable diseases and infections. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure: 1. For Resident #31, who has an indwelling urinary catheter, that staff implemented Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP-an infection control intervention designed to reduce transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms that employs targeted gown and glove use during high contact resident care activities); and 2. An effective water management program was in place from 7/31/23 to 9/18/24 to prevent the potential growth of Legionella (bacteria that can cause legionellosis [illness caused by Legionella] including a pneumonia-type illness called Legionnaires' disease and a mild flu-like illness called Pontiac fever) and other opportunistic waterborne pathogens. Findings include: 1. Review of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidance titled Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Nursing Homes, dated 3/20/24, indicated but was not limited to: - Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) refer to an infection control intervention designed to reduce transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO) that employs targeted gown and glove use during high contact resident care activities. - EBP are used in conjunction with standard precautions and expand the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to donning (putting on) of gown and gloves during high-contact resident care activities that provide opportunities for transfer of MDROs to staff hands and clothing - EBP are indicated for residents with any of the following: a. Infection or colonization with a CDC-targeted MDRO when Contact Precautions do not otherwise apply; or b. Wounds and/or indwelling medical devices even if the resident is not known to be infected or colonized with a MDRO - EBP should be used for any residents who meet the above criteria, wherever they reside in the Facility Review of the facility's policy titled Enhanced Barrier Precautions, dated August 2022, indicated but was not limited to: - EBPs are used as an infection prevention and control intervention to reduce the spread of multi-drug resistant organisms to residents. - EBPs employ targeted gown and glove use during high contact resident care activities when contact precautions do not otherwise apply a. gloves and gown are applied prior to performing the high contact resident care activity - Examples of high contact resident care activities include dressing, bathing/showering, transferring, providing hygiene, changing linens, changing briefs or assisting with toileting, device care or use, and wound care - EBP are indicated for residents with wounds and/or indwelling medical devices regardless of MDRO colonization - Signs are posted in the door or wall outside the resident room indicating the type of precaution and PPE required - PPE is available outside of the residents' rooms Resident #37 was admitted to the facility in August 2023 and had diagnoses including neuromuscular dysfunction of the bladder. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 9/11/24, indicated Resident #37 had severe cognitive impairment as evidenced by a Brief Interview for Mental Status score of 4 out of 15, and had an indwelling urinary catheter. On 10/2/24 at 8:58 A.M., the surveyor observed an EBP sign posted at the door of Resident #37's room indicating the Resident was on EBP. During an interview with observation on 10/7/24 at 10:33 A.M., Nurse #12 confirmed that Resident #37 had a Foley catheter, but did not know the size of the catheter or the retention balloon and said she was going to look at the catheter itself to obtain that information. Nurse #12 removed two gloves from a box at the nursing desk and walked down the hallway to the Resident's room. The surveyor observed an EBP sign posted at the door of Resident #37's room and a hanging organizer mounted to the closet door inside the Resident's room that stored gowns. The surveyor observed Nurse #12 don gloves without first performing hand hygiene and did not put on a gown before entering the Resident's room and proceeded to reposition the Resident while he/she was reclined in bed. The surveyor observed the Nurse remove the Resident's pants and examine the Foley catheter. Following the observation, Nurse #12 said she did not perform hand hygiene before donning gloves and no one told her the Resident was on precautions. She said she didn't notice the EBP sign posted at the Resident's doorway, and the hanging PPE organizer that was mounted to the closet door just inside the Resident's room. Nurse #12 read the EBP sign posted at the Resident's doorway and said she should have worn a gown when providing high contact care and did not. During an interview on 10/7/24 at 10:55 A.M., Unit Manager #2 said that Nurse #12 should have performed hand hygiene prior to donning gloves and should have worn a gown when removing Resident #37's clothing and examining his/her Foley catheter because it is high contact care. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 1:35 P.M., the Infection Preventionist said Nurse #12 should have performed hand hygiene prior to donning gloves and followed EBP while providing high contact care for Resident #37.
MINOR (B)

Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact

MDS Data Transmission (Tag F0640)

Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents

Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete a discharge assessment to ensure timely coding and transmitting of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for two Residents (#25 and ...

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Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete a discharge assessment to ensure timely coding and transmitting of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for two Residents (#25 and #42), out of two resident assessments reviewed, resulting in a delay in the encoding and transmission of an MDS post-discharge from the facility. Findings include: Review of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) 3.0 Manual Chapter 2: Assessments for the RAI, dated October 2023, indicated but was not limited to: -The MDS must be transmitted (submitted and accepted into iQIES) electronically no later than 14 calendar days after the care plan completion date (V0200C2 + 14 calendar days). 1. Resident #25 was admitted to the facility in April 2024 for short-term skilled rehabilitation services and discharged to the community in May 2024. Review of the medical record indicated the discharge MDS was not completed until 9/30/24 approximately four months following the Resident's discharge from the facility. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 10:08 A.M., MDS Nurse #1 reviewed Resident #25's medical record and said Resident #25's MDS assessment was not submitted for over 120 days and should have been submitted in a timely manner. 2. Resident #42 was admitted to the facility in May 2024 for short-term skilled rehabilitation services and discharged to the hospital in May 2024. Review of the medical record indicated the discharge MDS was not completed until 9/30/24 approximately four months following the Resident's discharge from the facility. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 10:08 A.M., MDS Nurse #1 reviewed Resident #42's medical record and said Resident #42's MDS assessment was not submitted for over 120 days and should have been submitted in a timely manner. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 2:32 P.M., the Director of Nursing (DON) said the expectation was for MDS assessments for Resident #25 and Resident #42 to have been encoded and transmitted in a timely manner.
MINOR (B)

Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact

Assessment Accuracy (Tag F0641)

Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents

Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure accurate coding of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were completed for three Residents (#80, #93, and #76), out of a total sam...

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Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure accurate coding of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were completed for three Residents (#80, #93, and #76), out of a total sample of 22 residents. Specifically, the facility failed to: 1. For Resident #80, accurately code the Resident's prognosis of less than six months on the 9/4/24 MDS; 2. For Resident #93, a. Accurately code hospice care on the 3/1/24 MDS, b. Accurately code a fall with injury on the 5/29/24 MDS, and c. Accurately code the Resident's prognosis of less than six months on the 8/28/24 MDS; and 3. For Resident #76, accurately code the Resident's use of antipsychotic medication on the 8/21/24 MDS. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Electronic Transmission of the MDS, revised October 2023, indicated but was not limited to the following: - All staff members responsible for completion of the MDS receive training on the assessment, data entry, and transmission processes, in accordance with the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) User's Manual, before being permitted to use the MDS information system. - The MDS coordinator is responsible for ensuring that appropriate edits are made prior to transmitting MDS data and that feedback and validation reports from each transmission are maintained for historical purposes and for tracking. Review of the facility's policy titled MDS Error Correction, revised October 2023, indicated but was not limited to the following: - If an error is discovered after the encoding period and the record in error is an OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, regulations that defined a schedule of assessments that will be performed for a nursing facility resident at admission, quarterly, annually, and whenever the resident experiences a significant change in condition) comprehensive or quarterly assessment, determine if the error is significant or minor. -A minor error is one related to the coding of the MDS. For minor errors, correct the record and submit to the iQIES system. -A significant error is one that inaccurately reflects the resident's clinical status and/or may result in an inappropriate plan of care. For major errors: (1) correct the original assessment to reflect the resident's status as of the original assessment reference date and submit the record; and (2) perform a new significant change in status (if this has occurred) or a new significant correction to a prior assessment with a current observation period and assessment reference date. 1. Resident #80 was admitted to the facility in December 2022 with diagnoses including heart failure, cerebral infarction, and dementia. Review of the Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness signed by the Hospice Physician on 9/5/24 indicated that the life expectancy for Resident #80 was less than six months and that hospice care was initiated on 8/26/24. Review of the 9/4/24 Significant Change MDS assessment for Resident #80 indicated that he/she received hospice care. The 9/4/24 MDS assessment failed to indicate that the Resident had a condition or chronic disease that may result in a life expectancy of less than six months. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 8:24 A.M., MDS Nurse #1 reviewed the MDS assessments for Resident #80. The MDS Nurse said that the facility has a difficult time getting a copy of the signed Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness in the time needed to complete the MDS accurately. The MDS Nurse said that if she does not have a copy of the signed Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness or a progress note from the physician indicating that a resident has a life expectancy of less than six months, then she cannot include that information on the MDS. 2. Resident #93 was admitted to the facility in February 2024 with diagnoses including heart failure and dementia. a. Review of the Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness signed by the Hospice Physician on 5/20/24 indicated that hospice care was initiated on 2/24/24 and the prognosis/life expectancy for Resident #93 was less than six months. Review of the 3/1/24 Significant Change MDS for Resident #93 failed to indicate that the Resident received hospice care. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 8:24 A.M., MDS Nurse #1 reviewed the MDS assessments for Resident #93. MDS Nurse #1 said that the facility has a difficult time getting a copy of the signed Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness in the time needed to complete the MDS accurately. MDS Nurse #1 said that if she does not have a copy of the signed Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness or a progress note from the physician indicating that a resident has a life expectancy of less than six months, then she cannot include that information on the MDS. b. Review of Resident #93's Progress Notes indicated that the Resident sustained a fall at the facility on 4/24/24 and 4/25/24. As a result of the fall sustained on 4/24/24, the Resident acquired an injury (skin tears to each elbow) which required treatment with dressings. Review of the 5/29/24 Quarterly MDS for Resident #93 indicated that since the prior assessment on 3/1/24, Resident #93 sustained only one fall with no injury. During an interview on 10/08/24 at 1:25 P.M., MDS Nurse #1 said that she obtains information about falls from multiple places in the Residents' medical records. MDS Nurse #1 said she must have missed the documentation indicating that Resident #93 sustained a fall with injury while completing her review. c. Review of the Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness signed by the Hospice Physician on 8/16/24 indicated that the prognosis/life expectancy for Resident #93 was less than six months. Review of the 8/28/24 Quarterly MDS indicated that the Resident received hospice services but failed to indicate that the Resident had a condition or chronic disease that may result in a life expectancy of less than six months. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 8:24 A.M., MDS Nurse #1 reviewed the MDS assessments for Resident #93. MDS Nurse #1 said that the facility has a difficult time getting a copy of the signed Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness in the time needed to complete the MDS accurately. MDS Nurse #1 said that if she does not have a copy of the signed Hospice Certification of Terminal Illness or a progress note from the physician indicating that a resident has a life expectancy of less than six months, then she cannot include that information on the MDS. 3. Resident #76 was admitted to the facility in August 2021 with diagnoses including psychotic disorder. Review of the Physician's Orders indicated but was not limited to: -Olanzapine (antipsychotic) 2.5 milligrams (mg), give 2.5 mg by mouth one time a day (11/14/22) -Olanzapine 5 mg at bedtime (4/9/24) Review of the August 2024 Medication Administration Record (MAR) indicated Olanzapine was administered to Resident #76 as ordered by the physician. Review of the MDS assessment, dated 8/21/24, indicated that section N0450 Antipsychotic Medication Review A. Did the resident receive antipsychotic medication since admission/entry or reentry or the prior OBRA assessment, whichever is more recent. A check mark was noted in the box corresponding to the response: No- Antipsychotics were not received. During an interview on 10/8/24 at 10:08 A.M., MDS Nurse #1 said Resident #76's 8/21/24 MDS should have indicated he/she was receiving an antipsychotic medication daily, but it was not coded correctly.
Jul 2023 6 deficiencies 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G)

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #4 was admitted to the facility in October 2020 with diagnoses including diffuse traumatic brain injury, unspecified...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #4 was admitted to the facility in October 2020 with diagnoses including diffuse traumatic brain injury, unspecified dementia, history of falling, difficulty in walking and weakness. Review of Resident #4's most recent Minimum Data Set (MDS) indicated that the Resident scored a 3 out of possible 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam indicating that he/she has severe cognitive impairment. Further review of the MDS indicated that Resident #4 requires extensive assistance with dressing and supervision with walking. Review of Resident #4's Nursing Progress notes indicated the following: 4/5/23: Pt. (patient) sitting on buttocks on floor, legs out straight, head against upright walker. Heels out of Skecher shoes when pt. found on floor, had previously noted shoes on properly when ambulating with walker. Skecher shoes replaced with alternate pair of shoes. 5/19/23: Resident was pacing around in usual his/her state, went to another resident's room and fell. Review of Resident #4's Activities of Daily Living self-care performance care plan dated 10/6/2020, indicated the following intervention: *Dressing: The resident requires total dependence by staff Review of Resident #4's fall care plan, dated and revised 7/4/2023, indicated the following interventions: *Dated 4/6/23: Ensure resident has proper fitting footwear on at all time s/p (status post) fall 4/5/23 *Dated 5/23/23: Encourage resident not to wear slide shoes Review of Resident #4's quarterly fall risk assessments dated 1/9/23, 4/10/23 and 7/5/23, indicated that the resident is a high risk for falls. Review of the facility investigation dated 4/5/23, provided by Nurse #1 indicated that Resident #4 was found sitting on his/her buttocks with legs out in front, head upright against walker. His/her heels were out of shoes when pt. was found on floor. Further review of the investigation indicates the following: *Was appropriate footwear on resident? No was marked with a note reading slip on shoes, heel not in tight *Did they have appropriate footwear on? No was marked with a note reading perhaps loose fitted as heels out when found on floor *New intervention of check pt every shift for properly fitting footwear Review of the facility investigation dated 5/19/23, provided by Nurse #2 indicated Resident #4 paces around the unit and went to another resident's room and fell. Further review of the investigation indicates the following: *Was the appropriate footwear on resident? No was marked with a note reading slide shoes on *Additional comments: Resident's shoes was out (one) during fall, she/he may have tripped During a phone interview on 7/28/23, at 11:26 A.M., Nurse #1 said Resident #4 had worn slip on shoes and also had flip flops which lets his/her ankle go back, part of his/her new interventions was for proper footwear to be worn. During an interview on 7/28/23, at 11:36 A.M., Nurse #2 said Resident #4 wanders a lot and was not wearing his/her proper footwear when he/she fell on 5/19/23. The shoe was not secured around his/her ankle and his/her foot was hanging out and he/she tripped and fell. During an interview on 7/28/23, at 11:58 A.M., Unit Manager #1 says Resident #4 is totally dependent, he/she wanders and recently fell in another resident's room. She said she believes it was due to the Resident wearing the incorrect shoes. During an interview on 7/28/23, at 12:10 P.M., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #1 said Resident #4 is totally dependent on staff and gets help with being dressed which include putting on his/her shoes. She continued to say that the Resident used to wear slip shoes but now has regular sneakers. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 10:34 A.M., the Administrator said he would expect care plan interventions to be followed. Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to 1.) develop and implement care plan interventions related to falls for one Resident (#76) resulting in a fall with injury and 2.) failed to implement a fall care plan for wearing the appropriate footwear for one Resident (#4), out of a total of 21 sampled Residents. Review of the facility's Managing Falls and Fall Risk policy, dated December 2007 indicated: *Based on previous evaluations and current data, the staff will identify interventions related to the resident's specific risks and causes to try to prevent the resident from falling and to try to minimize complications from falling. Findings include: 1. Resident #76 was admitted to the facility in June 2023 with a right hip fracture after falling in the community. Review of the Minimum Data Set assessment dated [DATE], indicated Resident #76 scored an 11 out of a possible 15 indicating moderate cognitive impairment and that he/she required assistance with ambulation and transfers. On 7/28/23, at 8:15 A.M., Resident #76 was observed sitting in bed eating his/her breakfast meal. A floor mat was propped against the wall. Review of Resident #76's Activities of Daily Living care plan dated 6/15/23, indicated Resident #76 ambulates with physical assistance and requires one person assistance with transfers. Review of Resident #76's Fall care plan, effective 6/15/23 - 7/20/23 indicated only one intervention related to falls: [rehab] consult for strength and mobility. There were no other individualized interventions implemented for fall prevention. During an interview on 7/28/23, at 8:39 A.M., Unit Manager #3 said that when a resident is admitted to the facility after having a fall in the community, care plan interventions are implemented and include monitoring, the use of assistive devices, answering call lights timely, and de-cluttering the room, (none of which were indicated in Resident #76's plan of care). Unit Manager #3 said that interventions are added as time goes on and as the facility assesses the resident's status. Review of Resident #76's Nurse progress notes indicated: 6/17/23: Patient is alert and confused, multiple attempts to get out bed without calling for help. Resident walking without use of walker during the night. Encouraged calling for help when needed. 6/26/23: Patient is alert and confused awake off and on during the night. Patient hallucinating stating he/she was in another place and time.Multiple attempts out of bed. 6/29/23: No hallucinations during this night, close supervision for safety. 7/1/23: Patient remains alert and confused. Patient sat out in the chair. 7/5/23: Patient is alert and confused. Patient sat out in chair, brought out to dinning area after supper for safety as patient was found ambulating unsafely in [bedroom]. 7/6/23: Patient is alert and confused. Sat out in the chair, brought to dinning area for supper for safety. 7/7/23: Patient is alert and confused. Sat out in the chair, brought to the dinning area for supper for safety. Notes dated 7/10/23, 7/14/23, 7/17/23, 7/18/23 indicated Resident #76 was alert and confused and sat out on chair during the 3:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. shift. Despite the documentation of Resident #76's cognition, instances of ambulating alone without calling for assistance, making multiple attempts to get out of bed and being supervised in a sitting area during the 3:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. shift, there were no updates or interventions added to Resident #76's falls care plan. Review of the facility investigation dated 7/20/23, indicated that at approximately 12:15 A.M., Resident #76's roommate rang his/her call light and called for help after Resident #76 got out of bed unassisted. Resident #76 was found on the floor by the foot of his/her bed and complained of hip pain. Resident #76 was transferred to the hospital. The incident report failed to indicate where Resident #76's call light was located at the time of the fall. Review of the hospital paperwork dated 7/23/23, indicated Resident #76 was diagnosed with a left hip fracture. During an interview on 7/28/23, at 9:33 A.M., Nurse #5 said that on the night of Resident #76's fall, she and the assigned Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) were taking care of other residents, when she heard a call light going off. Nurse #5 said she then heard yelling in the hallway and poked her head out of the room and saw Resident #76's roommate in the hallway yelling that Resident #76 was on the floor. Nurse #5 said she then saw the nurse from the 3:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M., at the nurses station documenting and called out for her to assist. Nurse #5 then said that the nurse supervisor heard Nurse #5 calling out for help and he went to Resident #76's room and found Resident #76 on the floor by the foot of the bed. Nurse #5 said when she arrived to his/her room, Resident #76 had been put back in bed and was wearing shoes. Nurse #5 said the nurse supervisor said that he thought Resident #76 may have broken his/her hip and was sent to the hospital. Nurse #5 said that Resident #76 was admitted to the facility after having a fall at home. Nurse #5 said Resident #76 was confused and known to ambulate by himself/herself when he/she needed assistance and would never use his/her call light. Nurse #5 said I don't think [he/she] even knows how to use the call light. Nurse #5 said that Resident #76 was at risk for falls and the overnight CNAs would usually station themselves outside of his/her room during the shift but can't always be there as they have other residents to attend to. During an interview on 7/28/23, at 11:00 A.M., the Director of Nursing said that when a resident with a history of falls is admitted to the facility, care plan interventions include monitoring for fall risks and safety and making sure their call light is within reach. The Director of Nursing said that the interventions are individualized and that resident's who are confused would need more monitoring. The Director of Nursing then said that more interventions could have been implemented to address Resident #76's fall risks.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0604 (Tag F0604)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to assess a scoop mattress as a p...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to assess a scoop mattress as a potential restraint for one Resident (#80) out of a total sample of 21 residents. Findings include: Review of the facility policy titled Use of Restraints, dated revised April 2017, indicated that prior to placing a resident in restraints, there shall be a pre-restraining assessment and review to determine the need for restraints. Further review indicated that restrained individuals shall be reviewed regularly (at least quarterly) to determine whether they are candidates for restraint reduction, less restrictive methods of restraints, or total restraint elimination. Resident #80 was admitted to the facility in December 2022 with diagnoses including stroke with left sided hemiparesis, dementia and dysphagia. Review of the Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS) dated [DATE], indicated that Resident #80 scored a 7 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam indicating severe cognitive impairment. Further review indicated Resident #80 requires an extensive assist for all acitivities of daily living. On 7/27/23, at 7:51 A.M., and 10:32 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #80 in bed on a full length scoop mattress. On 7/31/23, at 7:15 A.M., and 10:20 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #80 in bed on a full length scoop mattress. Review of the facility document titled Documentation Survey Report v2 dated July 2023 indicated that Resident #80 was a limited assist for bed mobility on the night shift (11:00 P.M.-7:00 A.M.) 19 out of 21 days documented. Review of the medical record failed to indicate that a pre-restraining assessment was completed to determine if the use of a full length scoop mattress constituted a restraint for Resident #80, or had reviewed to determine if any changes had occurred. Review of the doctor's orders dated July 2023 indicated an order for nursing to ensure Fall No More mattress in place and secured when resident in bed. Review of the care plans failed to indicate the use of a full length scoop mattress as a potential restraint. During an interview on 7/27/23, at 7:53 A.M. Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) #2 said that the scoop mattress is in place because Resident #80 is always trying to get out of bed and has had many falls. CNA #2 then said that the mattress keeps Resident #80 from getting out of bed.
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, record review and interview, the facility failed to implement the plan of care for 3 Residents (#22, #5 an...

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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 implement the plan of care for 3 Residents (#22, #5 and #80) out of a total sample of 21 residents. Findings Include: Review of the facility policy titled Care Plans, Comprehensive Person-Centered, dated revised March 2022, indicated that the comprehensive, person-centered care plan describes the services that are to be furnished to attain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. 1. Resident #22 was admitted to the facility in March 2014 with diagnoses including dysphagia (difficulty eating), dementia with psychosis and blindness secondary to macular degeneration and glaucoma. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], indicated that Resident #22 scored a 4 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam indicating severe cognitive impairment. Further review indicated that Resident #22 was totally dependent on staff for all activities of daily living. Review of the doctor's orders dated July 2023 indicated Resident #22 to wear foam boots to bilateral feet at all times while in bed every shift for skin prevention. Further review indicated: offload bilateral heels on pillow every shift and for nursing to ensure bed cradle in place at all times when resident in bed. Ensure blankets are over bed cradle. Ensure that mattress is properly inflated and functioning between 98 lbs (pounds) and 108 lbs. On 7/27/23, at 7:47 A.M. and 12:55 P.M., and on 7/31/23, at 7:49 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #22 lying in bed without wearing foam boots on his/her feet. The surveyor also observed both of Resident #22's heels directly on top of a pillow, not offloaded and no bed cradle in place, with the blankets directly laying on top of Resident #22's feet. The surveyor also observed the mattress setting at 240 lbs. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 7:42 A.M. Nurse #3 said that the booties should be on and the heels should not be directly on the pillow. Nurse #3 then said that she had asked for a new bed cradle a while ago but hasn't been given one. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 7:59 A.M. Nurse #3 said the mattress setting was way too high and shouldn't be more than 130 lbs., but she wasn't sure of the exact doctor's order. 2. Resident #5 was admitted to the facility in June 2021 with diagnoses including dementia, psychotic disorder and diabetes. Review of the Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE], indicated that Resident #5 scored a 5 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam indicating severe cognitive impairment. Further review indicated that Resident #5 requires an assist of one person for supervision with eating. On 7/27/23, at 8:28 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #5 sitting on the edge of the bed, eating with her/his fingers and searching the tray with her/his fingers for the location of the food. There was no staff in the room assisting the Resident. On 7/31/23, at 8:08 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #5 sitting on the edge of the bed, eating with her/his fingers and searching the tray with her/his fingers for the location of the food. There was no staff in the room assisting the Resident. Review of the facility document titled Documentation Survey Report v2 dated July 2023 indicated that Resident #5 required continual supervision with eating. Review of Resident #5 nutrition care plan indicated a focus for swallowing difficulties related to dysphagia with need for modified textures. Further review indicated an Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care plan with an intervention of Resident #22 to eat out of her/his room, encourage if refuses. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 8:12 A.M. Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) #3 said, she knew who required assistance with eating, that if a resident can feed themselves then they are ok. CNA #3 then said that she was not aware that Resident #5 required supervision with eating. 3. Resident #80 was admitted to the facility in December 2022 with diagnoses including stroke with left sided hemiparesis, dementia and dysphagia. Review of the Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS) dated [DATE], indicated Resident #80 scored a 7 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam indicating severe cognitive impairment. Further review indicated Resident #80 required an extensive assist for all acitivities of daily living. Review of the doctor's order dated July 2023 indicated to apply Prevlon boot to bilateral feet every shift. Further review indicated an order to offload his/her bilateral heels every shift while in bed. On 7/27/23, at 7:51 A.M., and 10:32 A.M. the surveyor observed Resident #80 in bed without Prevlon boots on and heels directly on the mattress. The surveyor observed one Prevlon boot on a chair in the Resident's room and did not see the other boot. On 7/27/23, at 12:58 P.M. the surveyor observed Resident #80 in the dining room without Prevlon boots on. On 7/31/23, at 7:32 A.M., and 10:20 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #80 in bed without Prevlon boots on and his/her heels directly on the mattress. The surveyor observed one Prevlon boot in the dresser drawer and another on a chair. Review of the care plan dated 6/1/23, indicated to offload bilateral heels on pillow every shift while in bed. Further review indicated to apply Prevlon boots to bilateral feet while in bed. Right heel for DTI, left heel for protection. There was no documentation in the clinical record indicating that Resident #80 refused the booties. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 7:36 A.M. Certified Nurse's Aide (CNA) #3 and Nurse #3, said that Resident #80 should be wearing the booties at all times. CNA #3 said that Resident #80 doesn't refuse to wear them.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0808 (Tag F0808)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide the prescribed, therapeutic diet for one Resident (#67) out of a total sample of 21 Residents. Specifically, Resident ...

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Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide the prescribed, therapeutic diet for one Resident (#67) out of a total sample of 21 Residents. Specifically, Resident #67 was prescribed a therapeutic ground textured diet and did not receive ground textures during meals. Findings include: Resident #67 was admitted to the facility in March 2020 with diagnoses including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified dementia, and anxiety disorder. Review of Resident #67's most recent Minimum Data Set (MDS) indicated that the Resident had a Brief Interview for Mental status score of 6 out of a possible 15 indicating that he/she has severe cognitive impairment. Further review of the MDS indicated that the Resident requires extensive assistance with activities of daily living. The surveyor made the following observations: *On 7/27/23 at 8:24 A.M., Resident #67 was eating breakfast in his/her room. The meal ticket on the tray indicated a diet of HCC (a carbohydrate-controlled diet) Ground which indicates the Resident should be receiving Ground textured food. Resident #56 received a whole banana, not cut up and two slices of toast, cut in half, not cut up. *On 7/27/23 at 12:22 P.M., Resident #67 was eating lunch in his/her room. The meal ticket had a prescribe diet of HCC Ground with the following meal items: banana, grilled cheese sandwich, sauteed summer squash. The banana was whole, not cut up, the grilled cheese sandwich was cut in half, not a ground consistency and the summer squash was cut in large chunks with seeds present. *On 7/28/23 at 12:20 P.M., Resident #67 was eating lunch in his/her room. The meal ticket had a prescribed diet of HCC Ground with the following meal items: banana and mashed potatoes. The banana was whole, not cut up and the resident received a baked potato with skin instead of mashed potatoes. During an interview on 7/28/23, at 12:32 P.M., Unit Manager #1 and the surveyor observed Resident #67 eating his/her meal. Unit Manager #1 said the Resident should have mashed potatoes instead of the baked potato as it is not a ground consistency. Review of Resident #67's care plan dated and revised 5/26/2023, indicated the following: *Focus: At nutrition risk r/t (related to) swallowing difficulties with need for modified textures *Interventions: Diet as ordered Review of Resident #67's document titled Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment dated 2/28/2023, indicated the following: *Diet Texture: Ground *Care Area Triggers: Therapeutic diet, mechanically altered *Potential for nutrition risk/at nutrition risk related to dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) as evidenced by need for modified textures During an interview on 7/28/23, at 1:45 P.M., the Registered Dietitian (RD) and the Food service Director said Resident #67 should have received mashed potatoes instead of baked potato with skin and his/her grilled cheese should have been cut up or ground if he/she is on a ground diet. The surveyor and RD looked through Resident #67's nutrition care plan and nutrition assessment and acknowledged they said the Resident had swallowing concerns relating to dysphagia and was prescribed a ground diet. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 10:34 A.M., the Administrator said he would expect Resident #67 to receive the appropriate diet.
CONCERN (D)

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

Medical Records (Tag F0842)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record reviewed and interviews, the facility failed to maintain accurate medical records for 2 Residents ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record reviewed and interviews, the facility failed to maintain accurate medical records for 2 Residents (#22 and #80) out of a total sample of 21 Residents. Specifically, 1.) For Resident #22 the facility failed to ensure they maintained an accurate medical record for a) the application of foam booties, b) the application of a bed cradle, c) the setting of an air mattress. 2.) For Resident #80 the facility failed to ensure they maintained an accurate medical record for Prevlon boot application Finding include: 1. Resident #22 admitted to the facility in March 2014 with diagnoses including dysphagia (difficulty eating), dementia with psychosis and blindness secondary to macular degeneration and glaucoma. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], indicated that Resident #22 scored a 4 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam indicating severe cognitive impairment. Further review indicated that Resident #22 is totally dependent on staff for all activities of daily living. Review of the doctor's orders dated July 2023 indicated Resident #22 to wear foam boots to bilateral feet at all times while in bed every shift for skin prevention. Further review indicated: Offload bilateral heels on pillow every shift. Ensure bed cradle in place at all times when resident in bed. Ensure blankets are over bed cradle. Ensure that mattress is properly inflated and functioning between 98 lbs (pounds) and 108 lbs. On 7/27/23, at 7:47 A.M. and 12:55 P.M., and on 7/31/23, at 7:49 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #22 lying in bed without wearing foam boots on his/her feet. Both of his/her heels directly on top of a pillow, not offloaded and no bed cradle in place, with the blankets directly laying on top of Resident #22's feet. The mattress setting was at 240 lbs. Review of the Treatment Administration Record (TAR) dated July 2023 incorrectly indicated the following on 7/27/23: a) foam booties in place. b) air mattress setting between 98 lbs and 108 lbs. c) bed cradle in place. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 7:42 A.M., Nurse #3 said that the nurses should not be documenting that treatment orders are in place if they are not. 2. Resident #80 was admitted to the facility in December 2022 with diagnoses including stroke with left sided hemiparesis, dementia and dysphagia. Review of the doctor's order dated July 2023 indicated to apply Prevlon boot to bilateral feet every shift. Further review indicated an order to offload his/her bilateral heels every shift while in bed. On 7/27/23, at 7:51 A.M., and 10:32 A.M. the surveyor observed Resident #80 in bed without Prevlon boots on and heels directly on the mattress. The surveyor observed one Prevlon boot on a chair in the resident's room and did not see the other boot. On 7/27/23, at 12:58 P.M. the surveyor observed Resident #80 in the dining room without Prevlon boots on. Review of the Treatment Administration Record (TAR) dated 7/27/23, incorrectly indicated that Prevlon boots were in place as ordered. During an interview on 7/31/23, at 7:42 A.M., Nurse #3 said that the nurses should not be documenting that treatment orders are in place if they are not.
CONCERN (E)

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

Respiratory Care (Tag F0695)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 5. Resident #67 was admitted to the facility in March 2020 with diagnoses including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, type ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 5. Resident #67 was admitted to the facility in March 2020 with diagnoses including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus and unspecified dementia. Review of Resident #67's most recent Minimum Data Set (MDS) indicated that the Resident had a Brief Interview for Mental status score of 6 out of a possible 15 indicating that he/she has severe cognitive impairment. Further review of the MDS indicated that the Resident requires extensive assistance with activities of daily living and requires oxygen therapy. The surveyor made the following observations: On 7/27/23 at 11:58 A.M., Resident #67 was observed lying in bed receiving oxygen via nasal cannula, the oxygen tubing had a piece of tape on it with a date reading 7/12. On 7/28/23 at 7:45 A.M., Resident #67 was observed sleeping in bed receiving oxygen via nasal cannula, the oxygen tubing had a piece of tape on it with a date reading 7/12. Review of Resident #67's physician orders dated 8/15/20 indicated the following: *Oxygen at 1-3 L (liters) via N/C (nasal cannula) to maintain O2 (oxygen) sat (saturation) above 89% Review of the facility document titled, 11-7 Nightly Duties Licensed Nursing Staff indicated the following under Weekly Duties: *7/19/23 Wednesday: Change and label Foley bags and oxygen - this was not initialed as being completed *7/26/23 Wednesday: Change and label Foley bags and oxygen - this was not initialed as being completed During an interview on 7/31/23 at 8:09 A.M., Nurse #3 said oxygen tubing should be changed every Wednesday on the 11-7 shift and they will put a piece of tape on the tubing of the date it was changed. During an interview on 7/31/23 at 8:48 A.M., Unit Manager #1 said she just changed Resident #67's oxygen tubing as it was outdated and dated as 7/12. She said her expectations is that oxygen tubing should be changed weekly documented. The surveyor and Unit Manager #1 review the 11-7 Nightly Duties Licensed Nursing Staff document and she said 7/19/23 was signed off even though it was not completed and 7/26/23 was left blank and not completed. She further said if something is checked off it should be completed. During an interview on 7/31/23 at 10:16 A.M., the Infection Control Nurse said her expectations is for oxygen tubing to be changed weekly by the night staff and documented appropriately. 4. Resident #22 was admitted to the facility in March 2014 with diagnoses including heart disease, dementia with psychosis and blindness secondary to macular degeneration and glaucoma. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], indicated that Resident #22 scored a 4 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam indicating severe cognitive impairment. Further review indicated that Resident #22 is totally dependent on staff for all activities of daily living. Review of the doctor's orders dated July 2023 failed to indicate an order for nebulizer treatments. On 7/27/23, at 7:47 A.M. the surveyor observed the nebulizer medication cup and tubing dated 2/15/23, On 7/31/23, at 7:42 A.M., the surveyor observed the nebulizer medication cup and tubing dated 2/15/23, During an interview on 7/31/23, at 7:42 A.M. Nurse #3 said that the nebulizer's should be changed every week on Tuesday 11-7 shift. Nurse #3 then looked at the date written on the nebulizer medication cup and tubing and said that she reads the date as 2/15/23. Nurse #3 said that Resident #22 doesn't always use the nebulizer but the tubing should have either been removed or changed.Based on record review, interview and observation, the facility failed to ensure professional standards of practice were followed for the changing of oxygen and nebulizer tubing for 5 Residents (#68, #16, #9, #22 and #67) in a total sample of 21. Findings include: Review of the facility form titled 11-7 nightly duties licensed nursing staff (undated) indicated to change and label oxygen [equipment] every Wednesday. Review of the facility policies titled Oxygen Administration, dated October 2010, and For the Set-Up, and Administration of Oxygen, and the Use of Oxygen Concentrators, undated, did not reference the changing or labeling of oxygen. Review of the facility policy titled Administering Medication through a Small Volume (Handheld) Nebulizer dated revised October 2010 indicated to change the equipment and tubing every seven days. 1. Resident #68 was admitted to the facility in September 2022, and had diagnoses which included chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and history pf pneumonia. Resident #68's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], indicated he/she required oxygen therapy. Resident #68's physician order dated 3/23/23, indicated: Oxygen at 1 liter via nasal cannula to maintain oxygen saturation above 88%. There was no reference to the frequency of changing oxygen tubing in Resident #68's physicians orders. Resident #68's care plan for respiratory distress, dated 9/22/23, indicated he/she had a diagnosis of COPD. Care plan interventions included: *Oxygen setting: oxygen via nasal cannula @1-2 liters at night for comfort. During an observation on 7/27/23 at 9:03 A.M., Resident #68 was lying in bed awake and wearing a nasal cannula. There was no label on the tubing to indicate the date of the most recent change. During an observation on 7/31/23 at 8:01 A.M., Resident #68 was lying in bed, awake and wearing a nasal cannula. There was no label on the oxygen tubing to indicate the date of the most recent change. Resident #68's progress notes dated the week of 7/25/23, did not reference the changing or labeling of oxygen tubing. The weekly treatment form dated 7/27/23, indicated staff did not change or label Resident #68's oxygen tubing. During an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 7/28/23 at 1:41 P.M., she said the facility did not require a physician's order for the changing of oxygen tubing. The DON said it was facility policy to change oxygen tubing weekly, and as needed. The DON said that nurses maintained a binder containing a record of these weekly tubing changes. During an interview with Unit Manager (UM) #2 on 7/31/23 at 8:30 A.M., she said nurses documented weekly tubing changes in a binder kept at the nursing desk. UM #2 showed the surveyor this binder, which contained the form titled 11-7 PM nightly duties licensed nursing staff. The form indicated that every Wednesday staff are to change and label oxygen equipment. UM #2 said that oxygen equipment: was in reference to tubing. UM #2 reviewed these forms in the presence of the surveyor and said that staff did not indicate they had changed or labeled residents' oxygen tubing for the week of 7/25/23. UM #2 entered Resident #68's bedroom and told the surveyor their oxygen tubing was not labeled or dated 2. Resident #16 was admitted to the facility in March 2023, and had diagnoses which included chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD. Resident #16's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], indicated he/she required oxygen therapy. Resident #16's physician order dated 12/23/22, indicated: Administer oxygen between 1-3 liters nasal cannula if O2 [oxygen] sat (saturation) is below 89% room air. Document usage and liter flow q shift, related to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. There was no reference to the frequency of changing oxygen tubing in Resident #16's physicians orders. Resident #16's care plan for Alteration in Respiratory Status dependent dated 12/3/20, indicated: *Oxygen therapy as ordered. During an observation on 7/31/23 at 8:04 A.M., Resident #16 was lying in bed and appeared to be asleep. Tubing was connected to his/her oxygen concentrator. There was no label to indicate the date of the most recent tubing change. Resident #16's progress notes dated the week of 7/25/23, did not reference the changing or labeling of oxygen tubing. The weekly treatment form dated 7/27/23, indicated staff did not change or label Resident #16's oxygen tubing. During an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 7/28/23 at 1:41 P.M., she said the facility did not require a physician's order for the changing of oxygen tubing. The DON said it was facility policy to change oxygen tubing weekly, and as needed. The DON said that nurses maintained a binder containing a record of these weekly tubing changes. During an interview with Unit Manager (UM) #2 on 7/31/23 at 8:30 A.M., she said nurses documented weekly tubing changes in a binder kept at the nursing desk. UM #2 showed the surveyor this binder, which contained the form titled 11-7 PM nightly duties licensed nursing staff. The form indicated that every Wednesday staff are to change and label oxygen equipment. UM #2 said that oxygen equipment: was in reference to tubing. UM #2 reviewed these forms in the presence of the surveyor and said that staff did not indicate they had changed or labeled residents' oxygen tubing for the week of 7/25/23. UM #2 entered Resident #16's bedroom and told the surveyor their oxygen tubing was not labeled or dated 3. Resident #9 was admitted to the facility in November 2013, and had diagnoses which included emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and respiratory failure. Resident #9's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], indicated he/she required oxygen therapy. Resident #9's physician order dated 2/14/23, indicated: May Administer Oxygen at 2 Liters via Nasal Cannula at Bedtime, related to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. There was no reference to the frequency of changing oxygen tubing in Resident #9's physicians orders. Resident #9's care plan for Altered Respiratory Status, difficulty breathing/ shortness of breath related to COPD, dated 2/6/23, indicated: * oxygen at bedtime * Provide oxygen as ordered by the MD/NP. During an observation on 7/31/23 at 9:10 A.M., Resident #9 was lying in bed, awake. An oxygen concentrator was located near the foot of the bed. Oxygen tubing and nasal cannula were draped over the concentrator. There was no label to indicate the date of the most recent tubing change. Resident #9's progress notes dated the week of 7/25/23, did not reference the changing or labeling of oxygen tubing. Review of the weekly treatment form dated 7/27/23, indicated staff did not change or label Resident #9's oxygen tubing. During an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 7/28/23 at 1:41 P.M., she said the facility did not require a physician's order for the changing of oxygen tubing. The DON said it was facility policy to change oxygen tubing weekly, and as needed. The DON said that nurses maintained a binder containing a record of these weekly tubing changes. During an interview with Unit Manager (UM) #2 on 7/31/23 at 8:30 A.M., she said nurses documented weekly tubing changes in a binder kept at the nursing desk. UM #2 showed the surveyor this binder, which contained the form titled 11-7 PM nightly duties licensed nursing staff. The form indicated that every Wednesday staff are to change and label oxygen equipment. UM #2 said that oxygen equipment: was in reference to tubing. UM #2 reviewed these forms in the presence of the surveyor and said that staff did not indicate they had changed or labeled residents' oxygen tubing for the week of 7/25/23. UM #2 entered Resident #9's bedroom and told the surveyor their oxygen tubing was not labeled or dated.
Feb 2022 8 deficiencies 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G)

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Pressure Ulcer Prevention (Tag F0686)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that residents with pressure ulcers received necessary treatment and services consistent with professional standards...

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Based on interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that residents with pressure ulcers received necessary treatment and services consistent with professional standards of practice to promote healing, prevent new ulcers from developing and provide ongoing assessment and treatment of a pressure ulcer for one Resident (#18), out of a total sample of 19 residents. Specifically, the facility failed to effectively implement the facility's pressure injury prevention policy, ensure timely identification of a deep tissue injury (DTI), and document, monitor, and treat Resident #18's DTI resulting in a worsening of the DTI of the heels. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Prevention of Pressure Injuries, revised April 2020, included but was not limited to the following: Risk Assessment - Assess the resident on admission for existing pressure injury risk factors. Repeat the risk assessment weekly and upon any changes in condition. (The facility's form is titled Licensed Weekly Nursing Skin Assessment) - Identify any signs of developing pressure injuries (i.e., non-blanchable erythema) - Inspect pressure points (heels, buttocks ., etc.). Monitoring - Evaluate, report and document potential changes in the skin - Review the interventions and strategies for effectiveness on an ongoing basis. Review of the facility's policy titled Pressure Ulcers/Skin Breakdown-Clinical Protocol, revised March 2014, included but was not limited to the following: Assessment and Recognition - the nurse shall describe and document/report the following: a. Full assessment of pressure sore including location, stage, length, width and depth, presence of exudates (drainage) or necrotic tissue b. Pain assessment c. Resident's mobility status d. Current treatments, including support surfaces; and e. All active diagnoses Review of the facility's policy titled Pressure Injuries Overview, revised March 2020, included but was not limited to the following: -Pressure ulcers/injuries occur as a result of intense and/or prolonged pressure or pressure in combination with shear. The tolerance of soft tissue for pressure and shear may also be affected by skin temperature and moisture, nutrition, perfusion, co-morbidities, and condition of the soft tissue. Avoidable/Unavoidable Avoidable means the Resident developed a pressure ulcer/injury and that one or more of the following was not completed: -Definition or implementation of interventions that are consistent with resident needs, resident goals, and professional standards of practice. -Monitoring or evaluation of the impact of the interventions; or Revision of the interventions as appropriate. Review of the facility's policy titled Pressure Injury Risk Assessment, revised March 2020, included but was not limited to the following: Steps in Procedure - Conduct a structured pressure injury risk assessment using a facility-approved tool (facility uses the Weekly Skilled Nursing Skin Assessment). - Conduct a comprehensive skin assessment with every risk assessment. - Once inspection of skin is completed, document the findings on a facility approved skin assessment tool. - If a new skin alteration is noted, initiate a (pressure or non-pressure) for related to the type of alteration in skin. - Develop the resident-centered care plan and interventions based on the risk factors identified in the assessments, the condition of the skin, the resident's overall clinical condition and the resident's stated wishes and goals. - The interventions must be based on current, recognized standards of care - The effects of the interventions must be evaluated - The care plan must be modified as the resident's condition changes, or if current interventions are deemed inadequate. Documentation The following information should be recorded in the resident's medical record utilizing facility forms: - The type of assessment (s) conducted - The condition of the resident's skin (i.e., the size and location of any or tender areas), if identified. - Any problems or complaints made by the resident related to the procedure. - Initiation of a (pressure or non-pressure) form related to the type of alteration in skin if new skin alteration noted - Documentation in medical record addressing MD notification if new skin alteration noted with change of plan of care if indicated - Documentation in medical record addressing family, guardian, or resident notification if new skin alteration noted with change of plan of care if indicated Review of the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP)Classification System includes but is not limited to the following: Stage 2 Pressure Injury: -Partial thickness skin loss with exposed dermis and partial thickness loss of skin. The wound bed is viable, pink, or red, moist and may also present as an intact/ruptured serum filled blister. Deep Tissue Pressure Injury (DTPI-DTI): -Intact or non-intact skin with localized area of persistent, non-blanchable, deep red, maroon or purple discoloration, or epidermal separation revealing a dark wound bed or blood-filled blister. Pain and temperature changes often precede skin color changes. This injury results from intense and/or prolonged pressure and shear forces at the bone-muscle interface. The wound may evolve rapidly to reveal the actual extent of tissue injury or may resolve without tissue loss A partial thickness wound is confined to the skin layers; damage does not penetrate below the dermis and may be limited to the epidermal layers only A full thickness wound indicates that damage extends below the epidermis and dermis (all layers of the skin) into the subcutaneous tissue or beyond (into muscle, bone, tendons, etc.). NPIAP-Off-loading Heels Effectively in Adults to Prevent Pressure injuries Interventions -Place a pillow vertically under each lower leg between the knees and ankles so that the heels are off-loaded in such a way as to distribute the weight of the leg along the calf without pressure to the popliteal space or Achilles' tendon. -Place pillow horizontally on top of vertical pillows. -Heel suspension devices can be used instead of a pillow to off-load [distribute the load to other areas which are not susceptible to pressure] the heels. Follow the manufactures guidelines and consider the implementation. Considerations in the Guidance when using these devices. Resident #18 was admitted to the facility in November 2021 with diagnoses including chronic low back pain, laminectomy (spinal surgery), impaired mobility, and DTI of the right and left buttocks. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 11/2021, indicated Resident #18 was frequently incontinent of bowel and bladder, required extensive assistance of two staff for dressing and bed mobility and totally dependent for bathing. The Resident was cognitively intact as evidenced by a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 out of 15. Record review indicated the Resident had been seen by the Nurse Practitioner (NP) on 1/3/22 at 9:16 A.M. The visit note included but was not limited to: DTI- right heel, entire heel, approximately 4 centimeters (cm) x 4 cm, intact. Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/3/22 at 11:31 A.M., included but was not limited to: Has a DTI on right heel. Record review of the December 2021 and January 2022 Treatment Administration Records (TAR) indicated the following: -Apply Skin Prep (protective film on skin) to bilateral heels every day and evening shift for preventative skin care. Document what the site looks like in progress note. Further review of the TAR and Progress Notes for December 2021 and January 2022 indicated there was no documentation as to the appearance of the bilateral heels. Review of the Licensed Weekly Nursing Skin Assessment, dated 1/3/22 at 6:33 P.M., included but was not limited to the following responses: 5a. Any blisters? Answered NO 6a. Any open ulcers? (Indicate even if being treated) Answered NO 9a. Any impaired skin on heels and ankles? (Blisters, skin discoloration, boggy, opened area) Answered YES Comments-Dryness due to psoriasis. The weekly skin assessment failed to indicate a new 4 cm x 4 cm DTI on the Resident's right heel, as required, and did not initiate a pressure or non-pressure form as per facility policy. Review of the January 2022 TAR indicated a new treatment for: -Float heels all the time when in bed, every shift. (day/evening/night) Start date 1/3/22 -1500 (3:00 P.M.) Record review indicated no documentation by nursing that addressed the initial appearance, of the right heel with stage, length, width and depth, presence of exudates (drainage) or necrotic tissue, pain assessment, mobility status, current treatments, and the procedure/device that would be implemented to float Resident #18's heels. There was no documentation in the medical record as to physician notification, family/guardian, or Resident notification of the DTI. Review of Physician's Note, dated 1/4/22, indicated the Resident had a Decubiti right heel. On 1/4/22 the Resident was seen by the Wound Consultant. The initial visit note, included but was not limited to the following: Resident has a DTI of the right heel for at least 1 day's duration. There is no exudate or indication of pain. Etiology: Pressure Stage: Unstageable DTI with intact skin Wound size (L x W x D): 4 cm x 4 cm x not measurable. Exudate: None Dressing Treatment Plan: Skin prep, apply once daily. Followed by an abdominal pad (ABD), wrap with Gauze roll (Kerlix) daily. The wound consultant also applied Reston foam (Versatile padding that adheres well to a variety of surfaces. Pads, cushions, and protects skin from damage) to the area and indicated to keep the foam in place, apply once daily. Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/4/22 at 12:51 P.M., included but was not limited to: Wound MD wanted skin prep and ABD and Kling to blister right heel. Blister didn't break. There was no further documentation from 1/4/22 indicating the wound consultant had made a visit, a physician's order that the Resident may be seen by the wound consultant, and that recommendations had been conveyed to or approved by the physician or NP. Review of the Physician's Orders on 1/5/22 indicated a telephone order (TO) was obtained from the physician for: -Skin prep to right heel, cover with ABD pad, wrap with Kerlix daily. (This order did not include the Reston foam which had been recommended by the wound consultant.) There was no order obtained or transcribed on the TAR for 1/4/22 and 1/5/22 for the above recommendations. Subsequently, the physician's order was transcribed and entered into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) on 1/6/22 (a new recommendation had been made on 1/6/22, and was different from the above). Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/5/22 at 2:03 P.M., indicated: -Right heel blister, applied skin prep, Reston foam, ABD, and Kling. Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/6/22 at 1:03 P.M., included but was not limited to: Blister right heel broke, small amount of serosanguinous (bloody and serous) drainage. Review of the Wound Consultant's telemedicine visit note, dated 1/6/22, included but was not limited to: Exudate: Moderate serous Wound progress: deteriorated Dressing Treatment plan: Add: Vaseline Gauze *Discontinue: Skin Prep Continue with the ABD pad and Kerlix. *Continue: Please keep the Reston foam in place. The order recommended by the Wound Consultant on 1/6/22 (telemedicine visit-wound care was not physically provided by the wound consultant) was not initiated until 1/7/22. Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/7/22 at 6:33 P.M., included but was not limited to: Reston foam removed, Normal Saline Wash (NSW), Vaseline gauze, ABD, Kling applied to right heel, Ace wraps on in am off in p.m. Some pain noted no drainage. Review of a Licensed Weekly Nursing Skin Assessment, dated 1/10/22 at 9:19 P.M., included but was not limited to: 5a. Any blisters? Answered NO 6a. Any open ulcers? (Indicate even if being treated) Answered NO 9a. Any impaired skin on heels and ankles? (Blisters, skin discoloration, boggy, opened area) Answered YES Comments-Dry, flaky due to psoriasis. The weekly skin assessment did not indicate/include in the assessment/documentation of the DTI on the Resident's right heel as required. Review of the Wound Consultant's Note, dated 1/11/22, included but was not limited to: Etiology: Pressure Stage: Unstageable -Necrosis (1/4/22 Unstageable DTI with intact skin, no necrotic tissue was present) Wound size (L x W x D): 4 cm x 4 cm x not measurable. Exudate: Moderate Serous Thick adherent black necrotic tissue (Eschar is dead or devitalized tissue that is hard or soft in texture; usually black brown or tan in color and may appear scab-like. Necrotic tissue and eschar are usually firmly adherent to the base of the wound and often the sides/edges of the wound), 80% Granulation tissue: 20% The area was debrided to remove the necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. Dressing Treatment plan: -Add: Santyl (Collagenase is an enzyme. It works by helping to break up and remove dead skin and tissue). -Discontinue: Vaseline gauze Add: ACE bandage 6 inch Continue: Xeroform Sterile Gauze, followed by an abdominal pad (ABD), wrap with Gauze roll (Kerlix) 4.5 inch, and keep the Reston foam in place. Review of a Physician's Note, dated 1/11/22, included but was not limited to: -Decubiti right heel (seen by Wound MD -status post debridement). Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/12/22 at 12:55 P.M., included but was not limited to: Right heel wound cleaned and changed per wound orders (There had been no orders obtained, transcribed, or entered in to the EMR on 1/12/22.) Review of a NP's Note, dated 1/13/22 at 11:52 A.M., included but was not limited to: -Right heel necrotic, approximately 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm. Seen with nursing. Wound care, including Santyl applied. Assessment and Plan: -off-load -Wound consultant following Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/13/22 at 12:36 P.M., included but was not limited to: Right heel, NSW, Santyl ointment, xeroform, ABD and Kling. NP looked at the wound and will continue to monitor. There was no documentation, nurse's note, approval obtained by the physician or NP or interim order/T.O. in the record that addressed the treatment recommendations by the wound consultant on 1/11/22. Further review of the medical record indicated the new treatment was entered into the EMR on 1/15/22, with no supporting documentation/progress note indicating why there was a delay in obtaining and entering the order into the EMR. Review of a Nurse's Note, dated 1/14/22 at 12:59 P.M., included but was not limited to: -right heel wound, healing well, NSW, Santyl ointment, xeroform, ABD, Kling. Seen by physician and followed by wound doctor. Off-loading as tolerated. Review of a late entry Nurse's Note, dated 1/11/22 at 11:24 A.M. and entered in the EMR on 1/18/22, indicated the following: -Resident seen by wound consultant for unstageable Right heel wound measuring 4 cm x 4 cm, moderate serous drainage, 80% necrotic tissue, 20% granulation tissue, continue treatment as ordered. The late entry note did not indicate there was a treatment change and that the physician or NP had approved the change. Record review of the January 2022 TAR indicated the Resident's heels were being floated while in bed. Review of the Nurse's Notes, dated 12/24/21 through 2/23/22, indicated the Resident frequently refused to go to bed, and his/her preference was to sleep in a recliner. The order to float the heels, when in bed, every shift, did not address the Resident's preference to sleep in a recliner. There was no documentation indicating that a review of the current treatment for effectiveness, as it should have included an approach for the floating of the heels when the Resident was not in bed. The treatment order did not indicate what should be used or implemented to float the Resident's heels. Review of the January 2022 and February 2022 TARs indicated the Skin Prep to bilateral heels every day and evening shift for preventative skin care was still in effect, even though the wound consultant had discontinued the Skin Prep to the right heel on 1/6/22. There was no documentation in the progress notes as to the appearance of the area, specifically the left heel. During an interview on 2/28/22 from 8:40 A.M. to 9:24 A.M., the surveyor, the Director of Nursing (DON) and Unit Manager (UM) #1 reviewed the care and treatment concerns identified by the surveyor for Resident #18's pressure ulcer. The DON and Unit Manager #1 confirmed the lack of documentation, lack of implementation of effective off-loading, failure to implement the wound consultant's recommendations timely and correctly, failure to follow the facility's policies regarding care and treatment of a pressure injury, including notification, documentation, implementation of existing treatments as ordered by the physician. During the interview, the DON spoke to UM #3 regarding the appearance of the DTI when it was initially identified and indicated that the area was a flat, dry dark area, brownish/purple in color; the area began filling with fluid and looked like a blood blister. The DON agreed that the initial appearance was never documented in the Resident's medical record and that the nursing staff were documenting the area as a blister (according to NPIAP classification- the area would be a Stage ll and not a DTI). The DON further said that when the wound consultant is not in the facility on any given week, the Unit Managers are responsible for performing a comprehensive assessment of the wounds on their assigned unit. The DON said the weekly wound documentation is a paper form which is located on the individual units. The DON said she did not have a policy regarding this, but the Unit Managers are aware of this expectation and are responsible for completing the comprehensive wound assessment. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 10:15 A.M, UM #3 confirmed the initial appearance of the DTI was described a flat, dry dark area, brownish/purple in color, that began filling with fluid and looked like a blood blister. Review of the Skin Impairment True Decubitus weekly log included but was not limited to: The documentation required for the wounds was to include measurements, drainage, odor, peri wound, pain, and status of the wound. The week of 1/18/22 (visit not made by wound consultant) indicated the measurement of the wound to be 4 cm x 4 cm. There was no comprehensive assessment of the wound as required. During an interview on 2/28/22 from 8:40 A.M. to 9:24 A.M., the surveyor asked how/what was used to float the heels and indicated that the Resident frequently refuses to go to bed, and that there were no documented interventions in place to float the heels when the Resident slept in the recliner. The DON and Unit Manager #1 said that the facility uses pillows to float heels and agreed that the intervention needed to address the Resident's preference to sleep in the recliner. The facility did not review the effectiveness/appropriate interventions with a resident centered approach for Resident #18 for the off-loading/floating of the heels, as per the facility policy. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 11:00 A.M., the DON said the pressure ulcer prevention and treatment policies that were previously given to the surveyor were all the facility had. The DON verified that from 1/4/22 to 1/11/22, Resident #18's heel area deteriorated and was debrided due to necrosis/eschar which covered 80% of the wound bed. The DON further said the facility failed to implement an effective program for the care and treatment of Resident #18's pressure injury/ulcer.
CONCERN (D)

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

Notification of Changes (Tag F0580)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff notified the physician of a change in condition involving bilateral lower extremity edema (swelli...

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Based on observation, interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff notified the physician of a change in condition involving bilateral lower extremity edema (swelling), potentially resulting in a delay in the commencement of a new form of treatment for one Resident (#81), out of 19 sampled residents. Findings include: Resident #81 was admitted to the facility in October 2021 with diagnoses including hypertension, right femur fracture, and chronic kidney disease. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 1/25/22, indicated Resident #81 required extensive assistance with bed mobility and transfer and used a wheelchair. Review of the facility's policy titled Change in a Resident's Condition or Status, revised February 2021, included but was not limited to the following: The nurse will notify the resident's attending physician or physician on call when there has been a: -specific instruction to notify the physician of changes in the resident's condition. Review of Resident #81's medical record indicated an Interdisciplinary Care Plan for Hypertension, initiated 10/21/21, included but was not limited to the following: Goal -The resident will remain free of complications related to hypertension through the review date. Interventions -Monitor for and document any edema. Notify MD (physician). Review of the Weekly Skin Checks indicated Resident #81 developed edema in the right or left lower leg on 1/24/22, three months after admission, and was documented by nursing as follows: 1/24/22 Weekly Skin Check Question - Any edema? Answer - Yes, trace bilaterally 1/31/22, 2/7/22, and 2/14/22 Weekly Skin Checks Question - Any edema? Answer - Yes, +1 BLE (bilateral lower extremity) edema at baseline 2/21/22 Weekly Skin Check Question - Any edema? Answer - Yes, +1 BLE edema Review of the medical record failed to indicate the physician was notified of the above changes. During an observation with interview on 2/28/22 at 11:47 A.M., the surveyor and Nurse #2 observed Resident #81's lower extremities while he/she was sitting in his/her wheelchair. Nurse #2 performed a skin assessment and said Resident #81 had +2 pitting (pressure leaves an indentation in the skin that rebounds in fewer than 15 seconds) edema on the right lower leg and dorsal foot (area facing upward) and +1 pitting (rebounds immediately) edema on the left lower leg and dorsal foot. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 12:02 P.M., Nurse #2 said he was aware of the Resident's edema for the past two or three weeks but did not notify the physician of the change. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 2:17 P.M., the surveyor reviewed the medical record with the Director of Nurses who said she was unable to locate any documentation that the physician was notified of Resident #81's edema since 1/24/22. She said the physician should have been notified by staff but was not.
CONCERN (D)

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

Abuse Prevention Policies (Tag F0607)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interviews, record reviews, and policy review, the facility failed to implement their policy and procedures to investigate misappropriation of resident property for one Resident (#62), out of...

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Based on interviews, record reviews, and policy review, the facility failed to implement their policy and procedures to investigate misappropriation of resident property for one Resident (#62), out of a total sample of 19 residents. Specifically, the facility failed to interview staff or residents regarding a missing designer pocketbook. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Abuse Investigation and Reporting, dated as revised December 2016, indicated the following: -all reports of resident abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of resident property, mistreatment and/ or injuries of unknown source shall be promptly reported to local, state, and federal agencies and thoroughly investigated by facility management. -interview any witnesses to the incident -interview the resident -interview staff members (on all shifts) who have had contact with the resident during the period of the alleged incident -interview the resident's roommate, family members and visitors -witness reports will be obtained in writing Resident #62 was admitted to the facility in July 2021. Review of the medical record indicated the family of Resident #62 reported a missing pocketbook (worth $325) on 1/28/22. The contents of the purse were found in the Resident's room in a plastic bag and $30 was missing from the wallet. Review of the investigation included the following staff statements: the Social Worker, the Unit Manager, and one Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Review of the Nursing Documentation Completion Tool indicated there were two licensed nurses on the unit and five Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The investigation indicated a family member had seen the pocketbook contents in a plastic bag on 1/27/22. The investigation file failed to include any statements from staff who worked during the time period, a statement from the Resident, or a statement from the Resident's roommate. During an interview on 2/24/22 at 11:14 A.M., the Director of Nurses said three staff members wrote statements regarding the missing pocketbook and there were no other statements available. She said she had not interviewed additional staff members who worked that day or the days leading up to when the pocketbook was reported missing. She said the roommate of Resident #62 was not interviewed. She said the police attempted to contact the family for an interview and the interview had not been successful. She said there was no additional information to provide the surveyor.
CONCERN (D)

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

Investigate Abuse (Tag F0610)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on interviews, record reviews, and policy review, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate misappropriation of resident property for one Resident (#62), out of a total sample of 19 resident...

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Based on interviews, record reviews, and policy review, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate misappropriation of resident property for one Resident (#62), out of a total sample of 19 residents. Specifically, the facility failed to interview staff or residents regarding a missing designer pocketbook. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Abuse Investigation and Reporting, dated as revised December 2016, indicated the following: -all reports of resident abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of resident property, mistreatment and or injuries of unknown source shall be promptly reported to local, state, and federal agencies and thoroughly investigated by facility management. -interview any witnesses to the incident -interview the resident -interview staff members (on all shifts) who have had contact with the resident during the period of the alleged incident -interview the resident's roommate, family members and visitors -witness reports will be obtained in writing Resident #62 was admitted to the facility in July 2021. Review of the medical record indicated the family of Resident #62 reported a missing pocketbook (worth $325) on 1/28/22. The contents of the pocketbook were found in a clear plastic bag, tied, and hidden behind the Resident's television; $30 was missing from the wallet. Review of the investigation indicated Resident #62 had a visitor on 1/27/22 who saw the contents of the pocketbook in a clear plastic bag, although had not reported it to staff, indicating the pocketbook was missing on or before 1/27/22. A statement from the Unit Manager indicated the pocketbook had previously been seen by facility staff and verified to be previously in the possession of the Resident. Review of the investigation included the following staff statements: the Social Worker and the Unit Manager were notified of the missing pocketbook; and one Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), who was working on 1/28/22. Review of the Nursing Documentation Completion Tool indicated there were two licensed nurses and five CNAs working on the unit on 1/28/22. The investigation file failed to include any statements from staff who worked during the time period, a statement from the Resident, or a statement from the Resident's roommate. During an interview on 2/24/22 at 11:14 A.M., the Director of Nurses said three staff members had written statements regarding the missing pocketbook (the Social Worker, the Unit Manager, and one CNA) and there were no additional statements available. She said she had not interviewed additional staff members who worked that day or the shifts leading up to when the pocketbook was reported missing. She said the roommate of Resident #62 was not interviewed. She said there was no additional information for this investigation. A review of the conclusion of the investigation indicated the police were notified and attempted to interview the family and the family had declined to be interviewed by the police. In addition, the conclusion noted the Resident did not know what happened to the pocketbook. There was no indication of a conclusion the facility had come to with their own investigation.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0757 (Tag F0757)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to monitor for side effects of anticoagulant (blood thinning) medication for one Resident (#17), out of five residents sampled for unnecessar...

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Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to monitor for side effects of anticoagulant (blood thinning) medication for one Resident (#17), out of five residents sampled for unnecessary medications. Findings include: Resident #17 was admitted to the facility in June 2017 with diagnoses of atrial fibrillation (abnormal heart rhythm) and gastrointestinal hemorrhage (bleeding occurring anywhere from mouth to rectum) related to colitis (inflammation of colon). Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 11/16/21, indicated Resident #17 scored 8 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status, indicating he/she had moderate cognitive impairment. The MDS also indicated Resident #17 received anticoagulant (blood thinning) medication seven days a week. During an interview on 02/22/22 at 03:06 P.M., Resident #17 said he/she bruises easily and showed the surveyor three small purplish areas on the left lower arm and two small purplish areas on the right lower arm. Review of Resident #17's current Physician's Orders indicated the following: -Apixaban (blood thinning medication) Tablet 2.5 milligrams, give one tablet twice a day. -No orders to monitor for side effects of anticoagulant bruising or bleeding Review of Resident #17 Care Plan indicated the following: -No care plan for monitoring for side effects of anticoagulant During an interview on 02/28/22 at 11:46 A.M., Unit Manager #1 reviewed Resident #17's orders and care plan and said he/she does not have orders or care plan to monitor for side effects of the use of anticoagulant medication.
CONCERN (E)

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

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on observation, interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that staff developed individualized, comprehensive care plans for five Residents (#81, #17, #82, #84, a...

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Based on observation, interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that staff developed individualized, comprehensive care plans for five Residents (#81, #17, #82, #84, and #51) out of a total sample of 19 residents. Specifically, the facility failed 1) For Resident #81, to develop a comprehensive care plan for the presence of deep tissue pressure injuries; 2) For Resident #17, to develop a comprehensive care plan for the use of Apixaban (a blood-thinning medication to treat and prevent blood clots) and for monitoring for signs or symptoms of bleeding; 3) For Resident #82, to develop a comprehensive care plan to address the Resident's contractures; 4) For Resident #84, to develop a comprehensive care plan for the presence of pressure ulcers; and 5) For Resident #51, to develop a comprehensive care plan for the use of a psychotropic medication. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Care Plans, Comprehensive Person-Centered, revised December 2016, included but was not limited to the following: Policy Interpretation and Implementation -The Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), in conjunction with the resident and his/her family or legal representative, develops and implements a comprehensive, person-centered care plan for each resident. -The care plan interventions are derived from a thorough analysis of the information gathered as part of the comprehensive assessment. The comprehensive, person-centered care plan will: -Describe the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being -Incorporate identified problem areas -Incorporate risk factors associated with identified problems -Reflect treatment goals, timetables, and objectives in measurable outcomes -Reflect currently recognized standards of practice for problem areas and conditions -Aid in preventing or reducing decline in the resident's functional status and/or functional levels. Assessments of residents are ongoing and care plans are revised as information about the residents and the resident's conditions change. 1. Resident #81 was admitted to the facility with diagnoses including an unstageable (obscured full thickness skin and tissue loss) pressure ulcer of the right and left heels, moderate protein-calorie malnutrition, and reduced mobility. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 1/25/22, indicated Resident #81 required extensive assistance with bed mobility and transfer, had an unhealed pressure area upon admission, and was at risk for developing pressure ulcers. Review of the medical record indicated Resident #81 was followed by the wound doctor for an unstageable deep tissue injury (DTI) of the right and left heels. Review of the Norton Plus Skin Assessment (assesses the risk for developing pressure ulcers), dated 11/5/21, indicated Resident #81 was at moderate risk for skin breakdown. Review of the comprehensive, person-centered care plan failed to indicate a plan of care had been developed for Resident #81's deep tissue pressure injuries including treatment goals, timetables, and objectives in measurable outcomes. During an observation with interview on 2/28/22 at 11:47 A.M., the surveyor and Nurse #2 observed Resident #81's lower extremities and feet. His/her heels were wrapped in gauze. Nurse #2 said Resident #81 had a resolved DTI on the left heel and a healing DTI on the right heel, both present upon admission to the facility. He further said the Resident was currently receiving treatments for both heels and was followed by the wound doctor. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 1:11 P.M., Nurse #2 said Resident #81 was at risk and should have had a care plan developed for pressure ulcers but did not. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 2:31 P.M., the Director of Nurses said there should have been a care plan developed for pressure ulcers but there was not. 2. Resident #17 was admitted to the facility in June 2017 with diagnoses of atrial fibrillation (abnormal heart rhythm) and gastrointestinal hemorrhage (bleeding occurring anywhere from mouth to rectum) related to colitis (inflammation of colon). Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 11/16/21, indicated Resident #17 scored 8 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status, indicating he/she had moderate cognitive impairment. The MDS also indicated Resident #17 received an anticoagulant (blood thinning) medication seven days a week. During an interview on 02/22/22 at 03:06 P.M., Resident #17 said he/she bruises easily and showed the surveyor three small purplish areas on the left lower arm and two small purplish areas on the right lower arm. Review of Resident #17's current Physician's Orders indicated the following: -Apixaban (blood thinning medication) Tablet 2.5 milligrams, give one tablet twice a day. Review of Resident #17's Care Plan indicated the following: -No care plan for monitoring for side effects of an anticoagulant medication. During an interview on 02/28/22 at 11:46 A.M., Unit Manager #1 reviewed Resident #17's orders and care plan and said the Resident does not have a care plan to monitor for side effects of the use of an anticoagulant medication. 3. Resident #82 was admitted to the facility in May 2019 with a diagnoses of status post cerebral vascular accident (CVA) with right sided hemiparesis and a right ankle contracture. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 1/25/22, indicated Resident #82 had a functional limited range of motion which was impaired on one side for the upper and lower extremities. Review of the Physical Therapy Progress Evaluation, dated 8/21/19, indicated the right lower extremity had impaired dorsiflexion (bending of foot) and a right orthopedic boot was to be worn throughout the day to decrease ankle contracture. On 2/22/22 at 10:55 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #82 in bed and the right foot was observed to be hanging over the end of the bed in the plantar flexion position. On 2/24/22 at 2:35 P.M., the surveyor observed Resident #82 seated in a tilt-n-space wheelchair with his/her right foot in a Multi Podus Boot, in the plantar flexion position. A review of the Care Plans for Resident #82 included a care plan related to a history of a CVA and limited range of motion. The care plans failed to include any information regarding the right lower extremity contracture or interventions for the right lower extremity contracture. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 10:05 A.M., the Unit Manager said Resident #82 had a right ankle contracture with interventions and was unable to locate a care plan which included the contracture with measurable objectives and timeframes. 4. Resident #84 was admitted to the facility in January 2022 with diagnoses including bilateral lower extremity cellulitis. Record review indicated the Resident was hospitalized and returned with a blister on the right heel. The Resident was initially seen by the wound consultant on 1/25/2022 and weekly thereafter. Review of the Comprehensive Care Plan indicated no care plan had been implemented with goals and interventions for the pressure wound of the right heel. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 10:15 A.M., Unit Manager #3 said the facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan that addressed the Resident's pressure wound of the right heel. 5. Resident #51 was admitted to the facility in December 2021 with diagnoses including dementia with behavioral disturbance. Review of the current February 2022 Physician's Orders indicated the Resident was receiving the following antipsychotic medication: -Risperdal 0.5 milligrams by mouth twice a day. Review of the current Care Plan indicated no care plan had been implemented with goals and interventions specifically for the use of the antipsychotic drug Risperdal. On 2/28/22 at 9:20 A.M., Unit Manager #1 said the facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan that addressed the Resident's antipsychotic medication use.
CONCERN (E)

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

Deficiency F0658 (Tag F0658)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to adhere to standards of practice regarding following physician's or...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to adhere to standards of practice regarding following physician's orders for three Residents (#19, #82, and #59), out of a total sample of 19 residents. Specifically, 1. Resident #19 was not administered medications as ordered by the physician; 2. Resident #82 was not scheduled for a specialty appointment for an ankle contracture, as ordered by the physician; and 3. Resident #59 was not provided with range of motion devices, as ordered. Findings include: 1. Resident #19 was admitted to the facility in August 2020 with a diagnosis of end stage renal disease and was currently receiving dialysis services. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 1/23/22, indicated Resident #19 scored a 15 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status, indicating he/she was cognitively intact. During an interview on 2/22/22 at 3:37 P.M., Resident #19 said he/she attends dialysis every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from around 10:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. The Resident said he/she did not bring a lunch with him/her because he/she was not allowed to eat in the dialysis center and he/she preferred to have a snack when returning to the facility, since it was so close to dinner time. Resident #19 said the dialysis center had reached out to the facility in the past month requesting an extra phosphorus binder be provided to the Resident if he/she had a large snack late at night, following laboratory results. Review of the medical record for Resident #19 included laboratory results from dialysis dated for February 2022. The laboratory results indicated the Resident's phosphorus was high, with a value of 6.0, and to take a phosphorus binder with meals and snacks. Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) included an order for Sevelamer Carbonate Tablet (phosphorus binder) 800 mg (milligrams); give three tablets by mouth before meals. The order indicated to give the medication at 7:30 A.M., 11:30 A.M., and 4:30 P.M. A review of the administration record for February 2022 indicated Resident #19 was administered Sevelamer Carbonate Tablet every day at 11:30 A.M., including days Resident #19 would have been at dialysis, for a total of 11 times. On 2/24/22 at 9:00 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #19 leave the facility for dialysis. Review of the MAR on 2/24/22 at 2:30 P.M. indicated Resident #19 was administered the 11:30 A.M. Sevelamer Carbonate Tablet, although the Resident was not in the facility. During an interview on 2/24/22 at 2:47 P.M., Nurse #1 said she had documented administering the medication to Resident #19, although the Resident was not in the facility. She said she would give the medication to the Resident when the Resident returned, which would be approximately 3 hours after the time indicated on the physician's order. 2. Resident #82 was admitted to the facility in May 2019 with a diagnosis of status post cerebrovascular accident (CVA) with right sided hemiparesis and a right ankle contracture. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 1/25/22, indicated Resident #82 had limited range of motion which was impaired on one side for the upper and lower extremities. Review of the Physical Therapy Progress Evaluation, dated 8/21/19, indicated the right lower extremity had impaired dorsiflexion (bending of foot). The gait analysis indicated the Resident had excessive ankle plantar flexion, excessive ankle varus (inward angulation) associated with abnormal tone. Review of the medical record included a physician's order written on 1/21/22 for an appointment to be scheduled for Botox injections to the right ankle and foot. During an interview on 2/24/22 at 2:56 P.M., the Physician said through a discussion with the family of Resident #82 and the Rehabilitation Department it was requested that the Resident be assessed for Botox injections for the right ankle contracture, which had been affecting standing. During an interview on 2/24/22 at 3:52 P.M., the Director of Rehabilitation said the contracture to the right ankle made it difficult for the right foot to stay flexed and the Botox could assist with this. During an interview on 2/24/22 at 2:58 P.M., the Unit Secretary said she did not know she was supposed to set up the appointment for Botox and it had not been scheduled, as ordered by the physician. 3. Resident #59 was admitted to the facility in October 2016 and had diagnoses of a history of cerebrovascular disease, a left hand contracture, and a right hand contracture. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 1/4/22, indicated Resident #59 scored a 13 out of 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) and had a functional limited range of motion which was impaired on one side for the upper and lower extremities. Review of the Occupational Therapy Discharge summary, dated [DATE], indicated Resident #59 had right and left hand contractures and treatment interventions focused on education and training the Resident and caregivers in a splinting/orthotic schedule in order to decrease risk of contractures in bilateral hands. The recommendations indicated for nursing staff to continue to put bilateral splints on the Resident at 7:00 A.M. and doff (remove) at 3:00 P.M. to decrease risk of further contracture. Review of the Physician's Orders included an order dated 11/18/21 for nursing staff to put bilateral hand carrots (an inflatable device used for hand contractures) on the Resident at 7:00 A.M. and remove at 3:00 P.M., to remove for care and re-apply daily. A review of the February 2022 Medication Administration Record and Treatment Administration Record failed to include this order. On 2/22/22 at 10:50 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #59 lying in bed and was noted to have both hands on his/her chest with the fingers pressed to the palm. There were no devices observed in either hand. During an interview with observation on 2/22/22 at 1:46 P.M., Resident #59 said the staff had not offered him/her to use the hand carrots on this day. The Resident was observed to have bilateral hands on his/her chest with fingers pressed to palms. The surveyor observed a hand carrot on the Resident's nightstand. On 2/23/22 at 2:17 P.M., the surveyor observed Resident #59 lying in bed with bilateral hands on his/her chest, fingers pressed to palms. There were no devices observed in either hand. The surveyor observed one hand carrot on the Resident's nightstand, in the same position it was the previous day. On 2/24/22 at 2:11 P.M., the surveyor observed Resident #59 lying in bed with bilateral hands on his/her chest, fingers pressed to palms with no devices in either hand. On 2/28/22 at 9:25 A.M., the surveyor observed Resident #59 lying in bed, with bilateral hands on his/her chest and fingers pressed to palms. There were no devices observed in either hand. The surveyor observed one hand carrot on the Resident's nightstand. Resident #59 said the staff did not offer to put his/her carrots in today. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 9:30 A.M., Nurse #1 said Resident #59 was supposed to be wearing bilateral carrots and it was the responsibility of the Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to place the carrots in the Resident's hands. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 9:55 A.M., CNA #1 said she had not put the carrots in the bilateral hands of Resident #59 this morning and that Resident #59 did not refuse to wear the carrots and the staff had no problem placing them in the Resident's hands. On 2/28/22 at 9:55 A.M., the surveyor and the CNA observed Resident #59 wearing the bilateral carrots. The Resident denied any problems wearing them.
CONCERN (E)

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

Antibiotic Stewardship (Tag F0881)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on line listing review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to implement their antibiotic stewardship program. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure that residents treated wi...

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Based on line listing review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to implement their antibiotic stewardship program. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure that residents treated with antibiotics met the clinical definition of active infection or suspected sepsis. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Antibiotic Stewardship - Orders for Antibiotics, dated 12/2016, indicated the following: -antibiotics will be prescribed and administered to residents under the guidance of the facility antibiotic stewardship program -appropriate indications for the use of antibiotics include: a) criteria met for clinical definition of active infection or suspected sepsis AND b) pathogen susceptibility, based on culture and sensitivity, to antimicrobial -empirical use of antibiotic based on clinical criteria of suspected sepsis may be appropriate -staff and practitioner will document the specific criteria that supports the suspicion of sepsis in the resident's clinical record Review of the facility's policy titled Antibiotic Stewardship - Review and Surveillance of Antibiotic Use and Outcomes, dated 12/2016, indicated facility antibiotic usage and outcome data will be collected and documented and used to guide decisions for improvement of antibiotic prescribing practices and the facility wide antibiotic stewardship. Further review indicated the following: -the infection control nurse will review antibiotic utilization as part of the antibiotic stewardship program and identify specific situations not consistent with appropriate antibiotic use -conclusions of antibiotic reviews will be shared with the provider/physician Review of the facility line listings for November 2021 through January 2022 indicated 12 incidences in which antibiotics were used to treat residents who did not meet the clinical definition, used by the facility for infections, and are indicated on the line listings as ASX for a category. During an interview on 02/28/22 at 8:50 A.M., the Infection Control Nurse said the facility uses the McGeer criteria to determine if a resident's signs and symptoms meet clinical criteria to be determined to have an infection. She said the ASX category she uses on the line listings indicates an asymptomatic treatment with antibiotics and indicates that the treatment does not meet the antibiotic stewardship or qualify as the resident having an infection when using McGeer criteria. She reviewed the November 2021 through January 2022 line listings with the surveyor. The Infection Control Nurse said the residents on the line listing listed as ASX had all been treated with antibiotics against the antibiotic stewardship and they did not meet the clinical criteria of having an infection. She said she does not document any type of antibiotic use review or any information regarding the use of antibiotics against the stewardship with the physicians, nor does she have conversations with the physicians regarding the residents who don't meet clinical criteria for an infection and who are treated with antibiotics against the facility antibiotic stewardship program. During an interview on 2/28/22 at 11:31 A.M., the Director of Nurses was made aware of the concerns with the antibiotic stewardship and said her expectation is that the policy for the antibiotic stewardship was followed and that treating residents with antibiotics who do not meet the criteria as having an infection is against that policy.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

  • "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
  • "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
Concerns
  • • 22 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
  • • $10,517 in fines. Above average for Massachusetts. Some compliance problems on record.
Bottom line: Mixed indicators with Trust Score of 73/100. Visit in person and ask pointed questions.

About This Facility

What is Copley At Stoughton Nursing's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Massachusetts, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.

How is Copley At Stoughton Nursing Staffed?

CMS rates COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 24%, compared to the Massachusetts average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.

What Have Inspectors Found at Copley At Stoughton Nursing?

State health inspectors documented 22 deficiencies at COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER during 2022 to 2024. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm, 18 with potential for harm, and 2 minor or isolated issues. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.

Who Owns and Operates Copley At Stoughton Nursing?

COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 123 certified beds and approximately 103 residents (about 84% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in STOUGHTON, Massachusetts.

How Does Copley At Stoughton Nursing Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (24%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Copley At Stoughton Nursing?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"

Is Copley At Stoughton Nursing Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.

Do Nurses at Copley At Stoughton Nursing Stick Around?

Staff at COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 24%, the facility is 21 percentage points below the Massachusetts average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 26%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.

Was Copley At Stoughton Nursing Ever Fined?

COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER has been fined $10,517 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Massachusetts average of $33,184. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.

Is Copley At Stoughton Nursing on Any Federal Watch List?

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