WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER

3425 KNIGHT DRIVE, WHITES CREEK, TN 37189 (615) 876-2754
For profit - Limited Liability company 127 Beds AHAVA HEALTHCARE Data: November 2025 5 Immediate Jeopardy citations
Trust Grade
0/100
#160 of 298 in TN
Last Inspection: July 2021

Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.

Overview

Whites Creek Wellness and Rehabilitation Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the quality of care provided. Ranking #160 out of 298 facilities in Tennessee places it in the bottom half, and #11 out of 19 in Davidson County suggests there are better local options available. The facility's condition is worsening, with issues increasing from 3 in 2023 to 6 in 2024. Staffing is rated poorly at 1 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 52%, which is average but concerning for consistency in resident care. On a positive note, there have been no fines issued, suggesting compliance with regulations, and the facility has average RN coverage, which is crucial for catching potential issues early. However, there are serious weaknesses highlighted by inspector findings, including failures to notify physicians of critical changes in residents' conditions, which placed some residents in immediate jeopardy. Additionally, the facility has been found to neglect the treatment of pain for several residents and failed to document medical problems accurately, raising serious concerns about overall resident safety and care quality. Families should weigh these strengths and weaknesses carefully when considering this facility.

Trust Score
F
0/100
In Tennessee
#160/298
Bottom 47%
Safety Record
High Risk
Review needed
Inspections
Getting Worse
3 → 6 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
52% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
Skilled Nurses
⚠ Watch
Each resident gets only 25 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Tennessee. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
Violations
⚠ Watch
35 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★★★☆☆
3.0
Overall Rating
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Staff Levels
★★★★★
5.0
Care Quality
★★★☆☆
3.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2023: 3 issues
2024: 6 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.

The Bad

3-Star Overall Rating

Near Tennessee average (2.8)

Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities

Staff Turnover: 52%

Near Tennessee avg (46%)

Higher turnover may affect care consistency

Chain: AHAVA HEALTHCARE

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

The Ugly 35 deficiencies on record

5 life-threatening
Mar 2024 6 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Notification of Changes (Tag F0580)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to notify the Resident's representati...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to notify the Resident's representative that the resident contracted Covid for 3 (Residents #2, #7, #8) of 10 sampled residents reviewed. The findings included: Review of the facility's undated policy titled Notification of Changes, revealed, .The purpose of this policy is to ensure the facility promptly informs the resident. Consults the resident's physician; and notifies, consistent with his or her authority, resident's representative when there is change requiring notification .3. Circumstances that require a need to alter treatment .Additional considerations .b. A family that wishes to be informed would designate a member to receive calls . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Primary Osteoarthritis, Depression, and Polyneuropathy. During a telephone interview on 2/28/2024 at 10:50 AM, Family Member (FM) #1, who is the Power of Attorney (POA) for Resident #2, stated he did not receive a call from the facility that specified (Resident #2) had tested positive for Covid. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Dysphagia following Unspecified Cerebrovascular Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Unspecified Protein-Calorie Malnutrition. During a telephone interview on 2/28/2024 at 11:15 AM, FM #4, the POA for Resident #7, stated he came to visit Resident #7 one morning and noticed she was lethargic. Resident #7 told FM #4 she tested positive for Covid. FM #4 recalled he asked staff why no one had contacted him. An unnamed CNA went to get the unnamed nurse and she confirmed Resident #7 had tested positive for Covid. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with Diabetic Neuropathy, Hemiplegia and Hemiparesis following Cerebral Infarction affecting Left Non-Dominant Side, and Mild Intermittent Asthma. During a telephone interview on 2/28/2024 at 11:22 PM, FM #5, who is the responsible party for Resident #8, stated he did not receive a personal call stating Resident #8 was positive for Covid. During an interview on 3/4/2024 at 10:15 AM, the Director of Nursing (DON) was asked what her expectations were for notifying the responsible party when a resident tested positive for Covid. The DON replied, I expect the representative to be called individually and within a few hours, to notify them that their loved one has tested positive for Covid. During an interview on 3/12/2024 at 1:30 PM, the DON verified Resident #2, #7, and #8 responsible parties were not notified the residents contracted Covid in the facility.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Deficiency F0602 (Tag F0602)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

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

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, record review, and interview, the facility failed to protect a resident's right to be free from misappropriation and/or exploitation when a staff member borrowed money from a resident and failed to immediately report the alleged violation to the state agency and other authorities for 1 (Resident #25) of 3 sampled residents reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, ABUSE, NEGLECT, EXPLOITATION, dated 10/18/2022 revealed, .'Misappropriation of Resident Property' .means the deliberate misplacement, exploitation, or wrongful, temporary or permanent, use of a resident ' s belongings or money without the resident's consent .Reporting/Response .1. Reporting of all alleged violations to the Administrator, state agency, adult protective services and to all other required agencies .within specified timeframes .a. Immediately, but no later than 2 hours after the allegation is made, if the events that cause the allegation involve abuse .4. Reporting to the state nurse aid registry or licensing authorities .B. The Administrator will follow up with government agencies, during business hours, to confirm the initial report was received, and to report the results of the investigation when final within 5 working days of the incident, as required by state agencies . Review of the facility policy titled, RESIDENT RIGHTS, dated 10/18/2022, revealed, .Grievances. The resident has the right to: a. Voice grievances to the facility or other agency or entity that hears grievances without discrimination or reprisal. Such grievances include those with respect to care and treatment .b. The resident has the right to and the facility must make efforts by the facility to resolve grievances the resident may have . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #25 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Malignant Carcinoid Tumor of the Small Intestine, End Stage Renal Disease, and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] for Resident #25 revealed, a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Review of the facility document (Abuse-Complainant Statement) dated 9/26/2023, revealed documentation which stated, In your own words, explain what occurred on the date of the incident. Resident #25 stated, I was half asleep in the bed and he [Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #4] came down and asked if he could borrow money for gas and he would pay me back the next pay day. I told him where the key to my safe was and where the safe was and I heard him get the money out . Can you describe the person who allegedly perpetrated the abuse? .Resident stated that it was [Named LPN #4]. Review of the facility investigation dated 9/26/2023, revealed an investigation was completed for the state agencies within the allotted timeframe of 24 hours. During an interview on 2/29/2024 at 10:15 AM, the Administrator stated she was the abuse coordinator and was responsible to report abuse allegations to the state agency within 24 hours. During a telephone interview on 3/6/2024 at 6:30 PM, CNA #13 recalled LPN #4 had borrowed money from Resident #25. During an interview on 3/7/2024 at 8:45 AM, the Administrator stated LPN #4 was terminated because he took money from Resident #25. When the Administrator was asked why the allegation was not reported, she replied, I did not report the allegation because [Resident #25] had a high BIMS and voluntarily gave the money to the [LPN #4]. The Administrator stated LPN #4 violated the facility policy and acted in an unprofessional way. During a telephone interview on 3/12/2024 at 10:53 AM, Family Member (FM) #8 stated she was not notified about the allegation for misappropriation of funds that involved Resident #25.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility document, facility investigation, and interview, the facility f...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility document, facility investigation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure an alleged violation involving exploitation and misappropriation of a resident's property was reported within 24 hours to the state agency for 1 (Resident #25) of 2 sampled residents reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, ABUSE, NEGLECT, EXPLOITATION, dated 10/18/2022, revealed, .'Abuse' means the willful infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or punishment with resulting physical harm, pain or mental anguish .It includes verbal abuse, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and mental abuse including abuse facilitated or enabled through the use of technology .'Exploitation' means taking advantage of a resident for personal gain through the use of manipulation, intimidation, threats, or coercion .'Misappropriation of Resident Property' .means the deliberate misplacement, exploitation, or wrongful, temporary or permanent, use of a resident's belongings or money without the resident's consent .Reporting/Response .1. Reporting of all alleged violations to the Administrator, state agency, adult protective services and to all other required agencies .within specified timeframes .a. Immediately, but no later than 2 hours after the allegation is made, if the events that cause the allegation involve abuse .4. Reporting to the state nurse aid registry or licensing authorities .B. The Administrator will follow up with government agencies, during business hours, to confirm the initial report was received, and to report the results of the investigation when final within 5 working days of the incident, as required by state agencies . Review of the facility policy titles, RESIDENT RIGHTS, dated 10/18/2022, revealed, .Grievances. The resident has the right to: a. Voice grievances to the facility or other agency or entity that hears grievances without discrimination or reprisal. Such grievances include those with respect to care and treatment .b. The resident has the right to and the facility must make efforts by the facility to resolve grievances the resident may have . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #25 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Malignant Carcinoid Tumor of the Small Intestine, End Stage Renal Disease, and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] for Resident #25 revealed, a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Review of the facility document (Abuse-Complainant Statement) dated 9/26/2023, revealed documentation which stated, In your own words, explain what occurred on the date of the incident. It was documented Resident #25 stated, I was half asleep in the bed and he [Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #4] came down and asked if he could borrow money for gas and he would pay me back the next pay day. I told him where the key to my safe was and where the safe was and I heard him get the money out . Can you describe the person who allegedly perpetrated the abuse? Resident stated that is was [Named LPN #4]. Review of the facility investigation dated 9/26/2023, revealed an investigation was completed for the allegation of misappropriation of funds reported by Resident #25 but was not reported to the proper authorities within the allotted timeframe of 24 hours. During an interview on 2/29/2024 at 10:15 AM, the Administrator stated she was the abuse coordinator and was responsible to report abuse allegations to the state agency within 24 hours. During a telephone interview on 3/6/2024 at 6:30 PM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #13 recalled LPN #4 had borrowed money from Resident #25. During an interview on 3/7/2024 at 8:45 AM, the Administrator stated LPN #4 was terminated because he took money from Resident #25. When the Administrator was asked why the allegation was not reported, she replied, I did not report the allegation because [Resident #25] had a high BIMS and voluntarily gave the money to the [LPN #4]. The Administrator stated LPN #4 violated the facility policy and acted in an unprofessional way.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, treatment administration record review, and interview, the facility fail...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, treatment administration record review, and interview, the facility failed to follow wound care as ordered by the physician to meet professional standards of practice for 1 (Resident #16) of 4 sampled residents reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility's undated policy titled Medication Administration, revealed, .Medications are administered by licensed nurses, or other staff who are legally authorized to do so in this state, as ordered by the physician and in accordance with professional standards of practice, in a manner to prevent contamination or infection . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #16 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Other Lack of Coordination, Unspecified Viral Hepatitis C without Hepatic Coma, and Cellulitis of Unspecified Part of Limb. Review of the care plan revealed, .[8/1/2023] Self-Care Deficit .Focus .at risk for skin breakdown r/t (related to) cellulitis, diagnosis of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and Hepatitis C .Interventions .assist resident to turn and reposition frequently and as desired .Braden [used to determine risk of developing a pressure ulcer] assessment completed and reviewed quarterly and PRN (as needed) .Float heels as tolerated .Head to toe skin check weekly .observe skin during care for any s/s (signs and symptoms) of redness and report to nurse immediately .pressure relieving cushion to w/c (wheelchair) as tolerated .standard pressure reducing mattress for bed .supplements as ordered per MD (Medical Doctor) to assist with wound caloric needs as indicated .treatments per MD [Medical Doctor] order . Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed, a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Continued review revealed .Formal assessment instrument/tool (e.g., Braden, [NAME], or other) .Yes .Clinical assessment .Yes .Is this resident at risk of developing pressure ulcers/injuries? .Yes .Burn(s) (second or third degree) .Yes .Pressure reducing device for chair .Yes .Pressure reducing device for bed .Yes .Applications of ointments/medications other than to feet .Yes .Application of dressings to feet (with or without topical medications) .Yes . Review of the Treatment Administration Record (TAR) for Resident #16 dated 8/2023 revealed no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse (L) [left] foot with Dakins ½ strength [a broad-spectrum antimicrobial cleanser gentle to the skin] then apply Xeroform gauze [a fine mesh gauze occlusive dressing for use on low exudating wounds], cover with ABD (abdominal pad) and wrap with Kerlex [a roll of gauze wrap] daily and PRN [as needed] . on 8/4/2023 and 8/24/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 8/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse (R) [right] foot with Dakins ½ strength then apply Xeroform gauze, cover with ABD and wrap with Kerlex daily and PRN . on 8/4/2023 and 8/24/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 9/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse (L) foot with Dakins ½ strength then apply Xeroform gauze, cover with ABD and wrap with Kerlex daily and PRN . on 9/6/2023, 9/7/2023, 9/13/2023, 9/19/2023, 9/21/2023, and 9/28/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 9/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse (R) foot with Dakins ½ strength then apply Xeroform gauze, cover with ABD and wrap with Kerlex daily and PRN . on 9/6/2023, 9/7/2023, 9/13/2023, 9/19/2023, 9/21/2023, and 9/28/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 10/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse Lt [left] foot with Dakins, apply Venelex [an ointment to help deodorize and cover wound], then wrap with Kerlex Daily & PRN . on 10/10/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 10/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse Rt [right] foot with Dakins, apply Venelex Ointment, then wrap with Kerlex Daily & PRN . on 10/10/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 10/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Venelex External Ointment .Apply to both legs knee to toes topically every day shift for wound care . on 10/10/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 11/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse Lt. (Left) Foot with Dakins, apply Silvadene [a topical antimicrobial cream used to prevent and treat wound infections in second- and third- degree burns], then wrap with Kerlix Daily & PRN . on 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 11/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was performed according to the physician order to .Cleanse Rt. Foot with Dakins, apply Silvadene, then wrap with Kerlix Daily & PRN . on 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 11/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was done according to the physician order to .Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% [cream used to help prevent and treat wound infections in serious burns] .Apply to see additional directions topically every shift for wound care . 7a-7p on 11/21/2023 and 11/28/2023; 7p-7a on 11/1/2023 to 11/3/2023, 11/5/2023 to 11/16/2023, 11/18/2023 to 11/30/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 12/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was done according to the physician order to .Apply A &D ointment [used as a moisturizer to protect skin including burns] to bilateral feet Daily & PRN . on 11/22/2023 and 11/25/2023. Review of the TAR for Resident #16 dated 12/2023 revealed, no documentation the treatment was done according to the physician order to .Silver Sulfadiazine Cream 1% .Apply to see additional directions topically every shift for wound care . 7p-7a on 12/1/2023 through 12/2/2023 and 12/3/2023 through 12/15/2023. During an interview on 3/7/2024 at 2:35 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated it was her expectation for the nursing staff to perform and document all treatments according to the physicians' orders. The DON admitted the treatments were not performed or documented on the TAR for Resident #16 from 8/2023 through 12/2023. During an interview on 3/7/2024 at 2:48 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2 (Wound Care Nurse) admitted the treatments were not performed or documented on the TAR for Resident #16 from 8/2023 through 12/2023. During a telephone interview on 3/10/2024 at 5:05 PM, RN #4 stated Resident #16 did have an order on the TAR for a treatment to his feet, but the wound care nurse took care of the treatment during the day. The night shift nurses did not have to do the treatment. Continued interview revealed, Resident #16 ' s feet were always wrapped, and RN #4 did not observe what the feet looked like under the wrap. During a telephone interview on 3/10/2024 at 6:34 PM, RN #5 stated Resident #16 received wound care on the day shift by the wound nurse (LPN#2). RN #5 stated Resident #16's feet were always wrapped during the night shift. Continued interview revealed RN #5 stated wound care treatment was not provided on the night shift. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in August 2023 on his left foot for 2 out of 31 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in August 2023 on his right foot for 2 out of 31 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in September 2023 on his left foot for 6 out of 30 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in September 2023 on his right foot for 6 out of 31 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in October 2023 on his left foot for 1 out of 31 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in October 2023 on his right foot for 1 out of 31 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in October 2023 on his bilateral legs for 1 out of 31 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in November 2023 on his left foot for 2 out of 30 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in November 2023 on his right foot for 2 out of 30 opportunities. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in November 2023 on his bilateral feet and ankles for 2 out of 30 opportunities on 7 AM to 7 PM and 28 out of 30 opportunities for 7 PM to 7 AM. Resident #16 did not receive wound care treatments as ordered in December 2023 on his bilateral feet for 2 out of 31 opportunities.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Deficiency F0760 (Tag F0760)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview the facility failed to ensure 1 (Resident #13) of 3 reside...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview the facility failed to ensure 1 (Resident #13) of 3 residents reviewed were free of significant medication errors. The findings include: 1. Review of the facility's policy titled, Medication Administration, undated, revealed, .Medications are administered .as ordered by the physician and in accordance with professional standards of practice . Review of the facility's document titled, Medication Administration Skills Assessment, undated, revealed, .Refused/withheld medications are properly note. Notify MD . 2. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #13 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Fracture of Manubrium, Person injured in unspecified motor vehicle accident, Multiple fractures of Ribs, Right Side, Major Laceration of Liver, Contusion of Lung, bilateral, Wedge Compression Fracture of Second Lumbar Vertebra, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus without complications, Acute Pyelonephritis, Other Seizures, and Other Abnormalities of gait and mobility. Resident #13 was discharged from the facility on 2/27/2024. Review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 2/12/2024, revealed Resident #13 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 which indicated resident #13 was cognitively intact. Review of the Order Summary Report for Resident #13, dated 2/1/2024 through 2/29/2024, revealed, .Order Date 2/06/2024 .Enoxaparin Sodium Injection Solution (Enoxaparin Sodium) Inject 30 mg [Milligram] subcutaneously every 12 hours for DVT [deep vein thrombosis) Prophylaxis .Order Date 2/06/2024 .HumaLOG Injection Solution (Insulin Lispro) Inject as per sliding scale: If 0-60 IF ALERT, GIVE 4 OZ [ounce] SWEETENED BEVERAGE, IN NOT ALERT, GIVE GLUCAGON 1 MG [Milligram] IM [Intramuscular] or SC [Subcutaneous]; 61-200 = 0 NO ACTION; 201 -250 = 2 UNITS GIVE 2 UNITS; 251-300 = 4 UNITS GIVE 4 UNITS; 301 - 350 =6 UNITS GIVE 6 UNITS; 351 - 400 = 8 UNITS GIVE 8 UNITS; 401-500 = 10 UNITS GIVE 10 UNITS & NOTIFY MD, subcutaneously two times a day for DM II [Diabetes Mellitus Type II] .Administer @ [at] 0700 [7:00 AM], 1700 [5:00 PM] .Order Date 2/14/2024 .Lantus Subcutaneous Solution (Insulin Glargine) Inject 7 Units subcutaneously two times a day for DM [Diabetes Mellitus] .Order Date 2/6/2024 .Meloxicam 7.5 MG Tablet Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for arthritis .Order Date 2/6/2024 .Phenytoin Sodium Extended Oral Capsule (Phenytoin Sodium Extended) Give 400 mg by mouth one time a day for Seizures . Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR), dated 2/1/2024 through 2/29/2024, revealed Resident #13 did not receive Phenytoin sodium Extended Oral Capsule Phenytoin Sodium Extended 400 mg a total of three (3) scheduled doses on 2/14/2024 at 9:00 PM, 2/16/2024 at 9:00 PM, and 2/23/2024 at 9:00 PM. Further review revealed on 2/14/2023 at 9:00 PM documentation of resident absent from facility with meds, on 2/16/2024 at 9:00 PM, and 2/23/2024 at 9:00 PM documentation of resident absent from facility without meds. Resident #13 did not receive Phenytoin Sodium Extended Oral Capsule 400 mg for seizures three (3) out of a total of twenty (20) opportunities. Review of the MAR, dated 2/1/2024 through 2/29/2024, revealed Resident #13 did not receive Enoxaparin Sodium Injection 30 mg subcutaneously a total of five (5) scheduled doses on 2/14/2024 at 9:00 PM, 2/16/2024 at 9:00 AM, 2/16/2024 at 9:00 PM, 2/18/2024 at 9:00 PM, and 2/23/2024 at 9:00 PM. Further review revealed on 2/14/2023 at 9:00 PM, documentation of Resident Absent from facility with meds, and on 2/16/2024 at 9:00 AM, 2/16/2024 at 9:00 PM, 2/18/2024 at 9:00 PM, and 2/23/2024 at 9:00 PM, due to documentation of Resident #13 Absent from facility without meds. Resident #13 did not receive Enoxaparin Sodium Injection Solution 30 MG for prevention of DVTS for five (5) scheduled doses out of forty-four (44) opportunities. Review of the MAR, dated 2/1/2024 through 2/29/2024, revealed Resident #13 did not receive Lantus Subcutaneous solution (Insulin Glargine) 7 Units subcutaneously a total of five (5) scheduled times 2/14/2024 at 9:00 PM, 2/16/2024 at 9:00 AM, 2/16/2024 at 9:00 PM, 2/18/2024 at 9:00 PM, and 2/23/2024 at 9:00 PM. Further review revealed on 2/14/2023 at 9:00 PM documentation of resident absent from facility with meds, and on 2/16/2024 at 9:00 AM, 2/16/2024 at 9:00 PM, 2/18/2024 at 9:00 PM, and 2/23/2024 at 9:00 PM due to documentation of resident absent from facility without meds. Resident #13 did not receive Lantus Subcutaneous Solution (Insulin Glargine) 7 units for DM for five (5) scheduled doses out of twenty-five (25) opportunities. On 2/16/2024 Resident #13 did not receive the two scheduled doses of Lantus Subcutaneous Solution (Insulin Glargine) with blood glucose on 2/17/2024 at 7:00 AM 378 requiring eight (8) Units sliding scale Humalog insulin per MD orders. Review of the MAR, dated 2/1/2024 through 2/29/2024, revealed Resident #13 did not receive blood glucose monitoring with Humalog Injection Solution (insulin Lispro) per sliding scale on a total of four (4) scheduled times 2/11/2024 at 5:00 PM, 2/18/2024 at 5:00 PM, 2/24/2024 at 7:00 AM with documentation of resident absent from facility without meds, and on 2/15/2024 at 7:00 AM documentation of resident absent from facility with meds. Resident #13 did not receive blood glucose monitoring with Humalog Sliding Scale Insulin on four (4) scheduled times out of forty-one (41) opportunities. On 2/15/2024 at 7:00 AM, and 2/24/2024 at 7:00 AM no blood glucose was checked after Resident #13 missed Lantus Subcutaneous Solution (Insulin Glargine) 7 Units on 3/14/2024 at 9:00 PM and 2/23/2024 at 9:00 PM. Review of the MAR, dated 2/1/2024 through 2/27/2024, revealed Resident #13 did not receive Meloxicam 7.5 MG tablet for arthritis one (1) scheduled dose on 2/16/2024 at 9:00 AM with documentation of resident absent from facility without meds. Resident #13 did not receive Meloxicam 7.5 MG tablet for arthritis one (1) scheduled dose on 2/15/2023 out of twenty (20) opportunities. Review of the Progress Notes for Resident #13, dated 2/10/2024 through 2/27/2024, revealed, there was no documentation to address scheduled medications that were not administered as ordered. There was no documentation the physician was notified of omitted medications that were not administered as ordered. Review of General Nurses Note for Resident #13, dated on 2/14/2024 at 11:50 PM, revealed, .resident arrived to facility via walker with boyfriend. Resident AAO3 [awake, alert, oriented to person, place, time] . with no documentation of physician notification of the 9:00 PM scheduled medications Phenytoin sodium Extended Oral Capsule (Phenytoin Sodium Extended) 400 mg capsule, Enoxaparin Sodium Injection Solution 30 MG subcutaneous injection, and Lantus Subcutaneous solution (Insulin Glargine 7 Units subcutaneous injection was held with Resident #13 returning to facility after medication administration time. 3. During an interview in the conference room on 3/6/2024 at 8:50 AM, the Director of Nursing (DON) was asked for the medication administration process when a resident signs out of the facility for an outing and medications are due while the resident is gone. The DON stated, Nurses are to ask the Nurse Practitioner if the resident is out when the medication is due to be administered if the medications can be given early or late and get a physician's order. Nurses are expected to contact the physician if critical medications are missed during an outing. Only residents with orders can take medications on outings when gone an extended period of time. Medications can be administered 1 hour before and 1 hour after the scheduled administration time. During a phone interview on 3/7/2024 at 11:45 AM, Resident #13 stated, .I can't remember the date or nurse's name. A friend took me out to eat and I got back to the facility around 12 midnight. The nurse refused to give me my medication including my seizure medicine. The nurse said it was too late to give the medications . During an interview in the conference room on 3/11/2024 at 11:20 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #6 was asked if medication were sent with residents on outings. LPN #6 stated, We never send residents out with medications without an MD (Medical Doctor)'s order. When residents go on outings a note should be in the progress note of when the resident left and when the resident returns. If a resident is out during medication pass, I mark on the MAR a 1, indicating resident is out of the facility without medications. If the resident returns during medication administration times I give them the scheduled medications. If it is after administration time the MD needs to be notified. During an interview in the conference room on 3/11/2024 at 11:50 AM, LPN #7 stated, I worked on 2/16/2024 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. [Resident #13] had left the faciity on an outing prior to when my shift started at 7:00 PM. I got off work around 11:00 PM and Resident #13 still was not in the facility when I left. LPN #7 was asked about 9:00 PM medication administration for Resident #13. LPN #7 stated, I documented on the MAR resident not in facility. LPN #7 stated he did not write a progress not or notify the MD due to Resident #13 had not returned to the facility. During a phone interview on 3/11/2024 at 12:55 PM, LPN #8 was asked about documentation on Resident #13's MAR on 2/14/2024 about the 9:00 PM scheduled medications of a 3 (resident absent from facility with meds) and LPN #8's initials. LPN #8 stated Resident #13 was not in the building on 2/14/2024 during 9:00 PM Medication Administration and if a 3 was documented it was an error and should have been a 1 which indicates resident absent from facility without meds. LPN #8 was asked about the process when a resident is out and misses critical medications. LPN #8 stated, I document in the MAR the 1 and my initials, then if the resident returns within 1 hour past when the medication is due, I can give it and document it given. If they return later than 1 hour past administration time, the process is to call the physician for orders. LPN #8 was asked if she called the physician and where it was documented. LPN #8 stated, I usually call the physician and get orders and document it in the progress notes. I remember talking to the Nurse Practitioner; I don't remember if I documented it. No documentation was noted in the Progress Notes for Resident #13 for 2/14/2024, of contact with the physician or that on 2/14/2024 the scheduled 9:00 PM medications were not administered. During an interview in the conference room on 3/11/2024 at 2:30 PM, the DON was asked the process of medication administration if a resident is gone more than 1 hour past a scheduled medication is due. The DON stated, My expectation is for the nurse to contact the physician and see if medication can be given late. If resident is out when blood glucose testing is due, I expect the nurse to check the blood glucose when the resident returns. I expect the nurses to document in the progress notes when a resident's medication is not given and the physician notification. If a resident refuses a critical medication, I expect the nurse to call the MD and document in the progress notes. The DON was asked if omitting to give a physician ordered medication is a medication error. The DON stated, Omitting a physician ordered medication is a medication error. If a medication error is found, nurses are to assess the resident, call the physician, call the family or resident representative, and document it. During a phone interview on 3/11/2024 at 3:05 PM, Medical Doctor (MD) #1 stated the expectation is that the facility staff will notify him (MD#1) if a resident misses a dose of critical medications such as Insulin, seizure medications, and/or other medications, that missing the medication could have a negative impact on the resident. MD #1 stated the expectation is that the facility staff call him (MD #1) if residents refuse medications, if multiple doses of non-critical medication are missed, when medication is held due to the resident's condition, and anytime a critical medication is not given.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to place signage on a resident's door...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to place signage on a resident's door based upon the means of transmission in order to prevent or control infections for 2 (Resident #4 and Resident #7) of 10 sampled residents reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility's undated policy titled Transmission-Based (Isolation) Precautions, revealed, .It is our policy to take appropriate precautions to prevent transmission of pathogens, based on the pathogens' modes of transmission .Transmission-based precautions [a.k.a. 'Isolation Precautions'] refer to actions [precautions] implemented in addition to standard precautions that are based upon the means of transmission [airborne, contact and droplet] in order to prevent or control infections .Visitors coming to visit a resident who is on transmission-based precautions or quarantine, will be informed by the facility of the potential risk of visiting and precautions necessary when visiting the resident .Initiation of Transmission-Based Precautions ['Isolation Precautions'] .e. Signage that includes instructions for use of specific PPE will be placed in a conspicuous location outside the resident ' s room, wing, or facility-wide . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #4 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Unspecified Fracture of Left Femur, Fracture of One Rib, Left Side, Weakness, and Elevated [NAME] Blood Cell Count. Review of the Medicare 5-Day MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed, a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Review of the care plan revealed, .[2/27/2024] requires Isolation Precautions r/t [related to] Lice on Scalp .Observe (Specify) Isolation Precautions; Resident was treated for lice . During an interview on 2/27/2024 at 11:40 AM, Housekeeper #1 stated he was not aware of what type of isolation Resident #4 was on since there was no sign on the door. During an interview on 2/27/2024 at 11:50 AM, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Weekend Supervisor stated when a resident goes on isolation, there should be a stocked cart outside the door and a sign put on the door to alert staff to what kind of isolation the resident was on. Continued interview revealed, LPN Weekend Supervisor admitted Resident #4 did not have an isolation sign on her door for head lice. During an interview on 2/28/2024 at 2:45 PN, the Director of Nursing (DON), who is the Infection Preventionist, stated her expectation for an isolation patient would be for staff to set up the isolation cart with the proper supplies for what the isolation required. The DON stated there should have been a sign on Resident #4 ' s door that specified what type of isolation was needed for head lice. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnosis which included Dysphagia following Unspecified Cerebrovascular Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, and Unspecified Protein-Calorie Malnutrition. Review of the Annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed a BIMS score of 15 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Review of the care plan revealed, .[1/13/2024] Covid 19 Transmission prevention-Droplet/Contact Isolation Precautions r/t new symptoms .Interventions .Droplet Precautions . During a telephone interview on 2/28/2024 at 11:15 AM, Family Member (FM) #4, who is the Power of Attorney (POA) for Resident #7, stated he came to visit Resident #7 one morning and noticed she was lethargic. Resident #7 told FM #4 she tested positive for Covid. FM #4 recalled he asked staff why no one had contacted him. An unnamed Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) went to get the unnamed nurse and she confirmed Resident #7 had tested positive for Covid. FM #4 stated there was no sign on Resident #7's door and he had been sitting in the room without a mask for a while. FM #4 stated about 30 minutes after he arrived at home, someone from the facility called and reported Resident #7 was positive for Covid. During an interview on 3/6/2024 at 2:25 PM, the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) stated isolation signs should have been placed on the Covid positive residents' doors and any other isolation room doors. During an interview on 3/6/2024 at 6:30 PM, CNA #13 stated during the Covid outbreak, the facility had Covid positive residents with no signs up and no isolation carts at the doors of the residents' rooms. CNA #13 then stated the facility eventually added the isolation signs and carts after Covid started to spread throughout the facility.
Sept 2023 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, facility documentation review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to ens...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, facility documentation review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure that an alleged violation involving abuse was reported immediately to officials (including to the State Survey Agency, Adult Protective Services, and the Police Department ) for 1 of 10 sampled residents (Resident #9) reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, dated 10/18/2022, revealed, .It is the policy of this facility to provide protections for the health, welfare and rights of each resident by developing and implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit and prevent abuse, neglect, exploitation and misappropriation of resident property .'Abuse' means the will infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or punishment .Reporting/Response: A. The facility will have written procedures that include: 1. Reporting of all alleged violations to the Administrator, state agency, adult protective services and to all other required agencies (e.g. law enforcement when applicable) within specified timeframes: a. Immediately, but not later than 2 hours after the allegation is made, if the events that cause the allegation involve abuse .B. The Administrator will follow up with government agencies, during business hours, to confirm the initial report was received, and to report the results of the investigation when final within 5 working days of the incident, as required by state agencies . Review of Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) #4's employee file revealed a hire date 2/8/2023 and a termination date of 9/1/2023. Background checks and Abuse Registry checks were completed upon hire. CNA #4 was educated on Abuse upon hire. CNA #4 received a Personnel Consultation Form on 5/22/2023 for going back and forth with staff making a harsh work environment. Another Personnel Consultation Form dated 9/1/2023 revealed, Termination .Employee has had multiple complaints regarding care and treatment by residents .Witnesses: [Named Witnesses] .Corrective Action Taken: Termination as we want to provide all residents with timely and quality care w/o [without] grievance . The form was signed by [Named Witnesses] on 9/1/2023. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #9 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] for a Hospice Respite stay. Diagnoses included Malignant Neoplasm of Appendix and Anxiety Disorder. Continued review of the medical record revealed documentation that Resident #9 was continent of bowel and bladder and required only supervision and stand by assistance for Activities of Daily Living. Continued review revealed a completed Baseline Care Plan, dated 8/25/2023, which indicated he was cognitively intact, required no assistance with Activities of Daily Living, and was continent of bowel and bladder. Continued review revealed Resident #9 had a fall on 8/26/2023 at 12:48 AM and another fall on 8/26/2023 at 10:32 PM. Continued review revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) assessment for Resident #9, dated 8/24/2023, which revealed a score of 12, which indicated moderate cognitive impairment. During a telephone interview on 9/12/2023 at 2:13 PM, the Administrator stated she did an investigation on an allegation against Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) #4 on 8/28/2023. The Administrator stated the nurse on the hall the morning of 8/28/2023 reported the allegation to the Unit Manager, and the Unit Manager reported the allegation to her. The Administrator stated, [Named CNA #1] reported the resident's right arm was tied to the bed. (The allegation reported was the bed sheet was found tied to the left side of the resident's bed. No witness interviewed stated Resident #9's arm was tied to the bed.) When asked if that would be considered a restraint, the Administrator confirmed it would be considered a restraint. When asked if tying someone to their bed would be considered abuse, the Administrator stated, yes. When asked if she reported the allegation to the State officials, police department, Ombudsman, or Adult Protective Services, the Administrator stated, No. The Administrator confirmed she should have reported the allegation of abuse to the State officials and proper channels within 2 hours. During an interview on 9/12/2023 at 3:05 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1 stated he and CNA #2 went into Resident #9's room on the morning of 8/28/2023 and was checking him for incontinent care. LPN #1 stated he pulled back the bed sheet on the right side of Resident #9 to look at his brief. LPN #1 stated he did not notice the bed sheet tied on the left hand side of the bed at this time. LPN #1 stated about 30 minutes later, CNA #2 came to him and told him to go back to Resident #9's room. LPN #1 stated CNA #2 told him she was trying to get Resident #9 up, and noticed the top bed sheet was tied to the bed frame on the left hand side of the bed. LPN #1 stated he observed the end of the bed sheet wrinkled and in a pointed position. LPN #1 stated it was obvious the bed sheet had been tied to something. LPN #1 stated he reported the incident to the Unit Manager. LPN #1 stated the Administrator interviewed him related to the tied bed sheet.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Investigate Abuse (Tag F0610)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, facility documentation review, medical record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ad...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, facility documentation review, medical record review, and interviews, the facility failed to adequately investigate an allegation of abuse for 1 of 10 sampled residents (Resident #9) reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, dated 10/18/2022, revealed, .It is the policy of this facility to provide protections for the health, welfare and rights of each resident by developing and implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit and prevent abuse, neglect, exploitation and misappropriation of resident property .'Abuse' means the will infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or punishment .V. Investigation of Alleged Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation: A. An immediate investigation is warranted when suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation, or reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation occur. B. Written procedures for investigations include: 1. Identifying staff responsible for the investigation; 2. Exercising caution in handling evidence .3. Investigating different types of alleged violations; 4. Identifying and interviewing all involved persons, including the alleged victim, alleged perpetrator, witnesses, and others who might have knowledge of the allegations; 5. Focusing the investigation on determining if abuse, neglect, exploitation, and/or mistreatment has occurred, the extent, and cause; and 6. Providing complete and thorough documentation of the investigation .VI. Protection of Resident: The facility will make efforts to ensure all residents are protected from physical and psychosocial harm, as well as additional abuse, during and after the investigation. Examples include but are not limited to: B. Examining the alleged victim for any signs of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial assessment .F. Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during the investigation . Review of Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) #4's employee file revealed a hire date 2/8/2023 and a termination date of 9/1/2023. Background checks and Abuse Registry checks were completed upon hire. CNA #4 was educated on Abuse upon hire. CNA #4 received a Personnel Consultation Form on 5/22/2023 for going back and forth with staff making a harsh work environment. Another Personnel Consultation Form dated 9/1/2023 revealed, Termination .Employee has had multiple complaints regarding care and treatment by residents .Witnesses: [Named Witnesses] .Corrective Action Taken: Termination as we want to provide all residents with timely and quality care w/o [without] grievance . The form was signed by [Named Witnesses] on 9/1/2023. Review of the facility's investigation of alleged abuse revealed a copy of Resident #9's face sheet, a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) assessment from an MDS dated [DATE]. Review of the BIMS assessment revealed the resident was unable to complete the assessment and had severely impaired memory problems. Continued review revealed emails sent on 9/12/2023 from the Administrator to the Regional Liaison stating the Administrator spoke with Resident #9's roommate and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2 regarding Resident #9's behaviors the night of 8/28/2023 and if the LPN had witnessed Resident #9 being tied to the bed or restrained. Continued review revealed a written statement from the accused perpetrator, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #4, a written statement from the Unit Manager, a written statement from LPN #1, and a written statement from CNA #2. The aforementioned (previously mentioned) documents were the only documents contained in the facility investigation. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #9 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] for a Hospice Respite stay. Diagnoses included Malignant Neoplasm of Appendix and Anxiety Disorder. Continued review of the medical record revealed documentation that Resident #9 was continent of bowel and bladder and required only supervision and stand by assistance for Activities of Daily Living. Continued review revealed a completed Baseline Care Plan, dated 8/25/2023, which indicated he was cognitively intact, required no assistance with Activities of Daily Living, and was continent of bowel and bladder. Continued review revealed Resident #9 had a fall on 8/26/2023 at 12:48 AM and another fall on 8/26/2023 at 10:32 PM. Continued review revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) assessment for Resident #9, dated 8/24/2023, which revealed a score of 12, which indicated moderate cognitive impairment. During an interview on 9/12/2023 at 11:45 AM, The Unit Manager (UM) stated Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) #4 was terminated because another CNA reported that CNA #4 had tied a sheet to the bed frame of Resident #9's bed in such a way as to prevent the resident from getting up. The UM stated she told the Administrator and the Human Resource (HR) Director about the incident. During a telephone interview on 9/12/2023 at 2:13 PM, the Administrator stated she did an investigation on an allegation against CNA #4 on 8/28/2023. The Administrator stated, I wanted to see if the CNA really did restrain a resident. The Administrator stated she obtained statements from CNA #4, a named day shift nurse, a named CNA, a named nurse who worked with CNA #4 on 8/28/2023, and Resident #9's roommate. The Administrator stated all of the statements were in her office. The Administrator stated the nurse on the hall the morning of 8/28/2023 reported the allegation to the UM, and the UM reported the allegation to her. When asked if tying someone to their bed would be considered abuse, the Administrator stated, yes. The Administrator confirmed the facility did not do a thorough investigation regarding the allegation of abuse on 8/28/2023 involving Resident #9. The Administrator confirmed no skin assessment was completed on Resident #9, no skin assessments were completed on the residents with low BIMS scores, no resident interviews were completed, and no in-services were held with staff related to the allegation of abuse.
Mar 2023 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, review of the Facility Reported Investigation (FRI) #20230214092945, and interview, the facilit...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, review of the Facility Reported Investigation (FRI) #20230214092945, and interview, the facility failed to report allegations of abuse within 2 hours for 2 of 2 residents (Resident #2 and #3) reviewed for a resident-to-resident altercation. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, dated 10/18/2022 revealed, .to provide protections for the health, welfare and rights of each resident .Physical Abuse includes, but is not limited to hitting, slapping, punching, biting, and kicking . Review of the facility's policy titled, Resident Rights, dated 10/18/2022, revealed, .The resident has the right to a dignified existence, self-determination, and communication with and access to persons and services inside and outside the facility . Review of the FRI #20230214092945, dated 2/14/2023 revealed an investigation was completed related to an abuse allegation involving Resident #2 and #3, which involved physical contact. Continued review revealed skin assessments were completed on all residents on 100 Hall's assignment with a BIMS score of less than 8 and conducted interviews with the residents with a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 8 or more related to abuse. No concerns were found. An abuse in-service was completed for all staff. Resident #3 was sent out to the hospital for a psychiatric evaluation and Resident #2 refused that night, but requested to go to the hospital the next day. Continued review revealed no concerns after completion of the investigation. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Rheumatoid Arthritis, Heart Failure, Type 2 Diabetes, and Essential Hypertension. Review of the 5-Day Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], for Resident #2, revealed a BIMS score of 15 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Continued review revealed limited assist with one-person physical assist for bed mobility, dressing, and personal hygiene. Extensive assist with one-person physical assist for transfers and toilet use. Review of Comprehensive Care Plan for Resident #2 dated February 2023 revealed, a person-centered individualized care plan with appropriate goals and interventions. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Secondary Parkinsonism, Schizoaffective Disorder, Moderate Intellectual Disabilities, Anxiety Disorder, and Senile Degeneration of the Brain. Review of the Significant Change Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] for Resident #3 revealed, a BIMS score of 12 which indicated moderate cognitive impairment. Continued review revealed extensive assist with one-person physical assistance for bed mobility, transfers, dressing, toilet use, and personal hygiene. Supervision and set up for locomotion on and off the unit. Review of Comprehensive Care Plan for Resident #3, dated February 2023, revealed a person-centered individualized care plan with appropriate goals and interventions that included will at times be physically and verbally aggressive related to Poor impulse control. During an interview on 3/14/2023 at 8:05 AM, the Assistant Administrator confirmed that she did not report the FRI #20230214092945, within the appropriate time (2 hours of the incident). She stated she was not made aware of the allegation by the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) until the day (2/14/2023) after the incident. During an interview on 3/14/2023 at 8:10 AM, the Administrator stated she was the abuse coordinator. The staff were trained on abuse upon hire, monthly, with any abuse allegation, and annually. She stated she was responsible to report abuse allegations to the state agency within 2 hours. She stated the ADON was notified of the incident which occurred on 2/13/2023 at 11:00 PM, but the ADON failed to notify the proper authorities immediately. Continued interview revealed the ADON was given an Employee Counseling Statement on 2/14/2023 on notifications.
Dec 2022 3 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Notification of Changes (Tag F0580)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, hospital medical record review, and interviews, the facility failed to n...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, hospital medical record review, and interviews, the facility failed to notify 1 of 3 sampled residents (Resident #8's) physicians of the resident missing doses of a Chemotherapy [a medication used for brain tumors] medication [Temozolomide]. The findings include: Review of the undated facility policy titled, Notification of Changes, revealed, .The purpose of this policy is to ensure the facility promptly informs the resident, consults the resident's physician; and notifies, consistent with his or her authority, resident's representative when there is a change requiring notification . Review of the facility policy titled, Medication Administration, revealed, .Medications are administered as ordered by the physician . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Malignant Neoplasm of Brain. Review of Resident #8's facility admission Physician Orders dated 10/27/2022 revealed no order for Temozolomide 140 mg was listed. Review of Resident #8's Order Summary report for October and November 2022, revealed there were no orders listed for Temozolomide. Review of Resident #8's Physician Progress Note dated 10/28/2022, signed by [named] Nurse Practitioner revealed Temozolomide was listed on the resident's medication list. Review of Resident #8's Physician Progress History and Physical Note dated 10/31/2022, signed by [named] primary physician, revealed Temodar [brand name for Temozolomide] was listed on the resident's medication list. Continued review revealed, .Meds reviewed .continue current care .no changes needed . Review of Resident #8's hospital medical record dated 10/27/2022, revealed, .Active Non-VA [Veteran's Administration] Medications .Non-VA Temozolomide 140MG [milligram][medication to treat brain tumors] Mouth Q [every] Daily .Filled through [named hospital] pharmacy .all current/active medications have been reviewed with the patient, family and/or caregiver and are correct as listed .[yes] .Patient was informed of his/her responsibility to maintain a current medication list and communicate information to all providers .ACTIVE means that you are presently taking these meds [medications] .NON-VA means you are getting this medication from somewhere besides the VA .Medication Reconciliation: Regardless of whether the status of the medication is ACTIVE, PENDING, SUSPENDED, or HOLD, they should be given unless the clinical appropriateness has changed as determined by your own medical staff . During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 5:05 PM, the Director of Nursing reviewed Resident #8's hospital medical record and stated, I would only put in the 'active' medications in the resident's EMR [electronic medical record]. I would not put in the 'Non-VA' medication, Temozolomide orders even though it said 'active' because it was filled at an outside pharmacy; The admission's person talks to the family to make sure they can bring the drug because the facility doesn't pay for chemotherapy medications; if the family brought the medicine in, then we would notify his doctor to get an order for it. Continued interview revealed she had not notified Resident #8's physician regarding the resident not receiving the medication. During a telephone interview on 11/17/2022 at 9:18 AM with Resident #8's Oncologist when asked if he was aware Resident #8 had not received Temozolomide while a resident at the [named] facility, he stated, I was not informed he missed his medication. During an interview on 11/17/2022 at 3:53 PM with Resident #8's primary care physician when asked if he was aware Resident #8 had not received Temozolomide while a resident at the [named] facility, he stated, no one communicated that to me.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, hospital medical record review, facility documentation review, medical record review, and inter...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, hospital medical record review, facility documentation review, medical record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure a medication was obtained and administered as prescribed for 1 of 3 sampled residents (Resident #8). The findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, Medication Administration, revealed, .Medications are administered as ordered by the physician . Review of Resident #8's hospital medical record dated 10/27/2022, revealed, .Active Non-VA [Veteran's Administration] Medications .Non-VA Temozolomide 140MG [milligram][chemotherapy medication used for brain tumors] Mouth Q [every] Daily .Filled through [named hospital] pharmacy .all current/active medications have been reviewed with the patient, family and/or caregiver and are correct as listed .[yes] .Patient was informed of his/her responsibility to maintain a current medication list and communicate information to all providers .ACTIVE means that you are presently taking these meds [medications] .NON-VA means you are getting this medication from somewhere besides the VA .Medication Reconciliation: Regardless of whether the status of the medication is ACTIVE, PENDING, SUSPENDED, or HOLD, they should be given unless the clinical appropriateness has changed as determined by your own medical staff . Review of the undated facility documentation titled, admission Acceptance Protocol revealed, .Contact center for capability .Chemotherapy depending on if patient can provide medication (discontinued while admitted ) . Review of the Administrator's typed statement dated 11/16/2022 (this was provided when asked for an admission agreement), revealed, .When admitting a patient that is on any type of chemotherapy drug the facility is not able to accept the patient if they cannot provide the drug from home or unless the medication will be discontinued per the emergency room during patients stay. This is a contingency due to the cost of the medication. When admitting [named] Resident #8, we spoke to [named referral facility] to ensure we would not be responsible for his chemo [chemotherapy] medication . Review of the Admissions Director's handwritten statement dated 11/16/2022 (this was provided when asked for an admission agreement), revealed, .Patient was receiving chemo [chemotherapy] drug thru [named] pharmacy and was to bring from home since it was filled by [named] pharmacy . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Malignant Neoplasm of Brain. Review of Resident #8's facility admission Physician Orders dated 10/27/2022 revealed no order for Temozolomide 140 mg was listed. Review of Resident #8's Order Summary report for October and November 2022, revealed there were no orders listed for Temozolomide. Review of Resident #8's Physician Progress Note dated 10/28/2022, signed by [named] Nurse Practitioner revealed Temozolomide was listed on the resident's medication list. Review of Resident #8's Physician Progress History and Physical Note dated 10/31/2022, signed by [named] primary physician, revealed Temodar [brand name for Temozolomide] was listed on the resident's medication list. Continued review revealed, .Meds reviewed .continue current care .no changes needed . During a telephone interview on 11/16/2022 at 11:10 AM, [referral pharmacy] Pharmacy Technician #1 stated, [named] Resident #8 was prescribed Temozolomide 140mg daily on 10/10/2022 and was refilled on 11/1/2022. During a telephone interview on 11/16/2022 at 11:33 AM, [referring specialty pharmacy] Pharmacy Technician #2 stated, [named] Resident #8's medication was called into the pharmacy on 11/1/2022 and remained there to be picked up. During a telephone interview on 11/16/2022 at 11:42 AM, Complainant #1 stated [named] Resident #8 had not been receiving his chemotherapy medication since he was discharged from [named] hospital. She stated the facility did not get the resident's medication from the pharmacy. During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 12:24 PM, Registered Nurse (RN) #3 reviewed Resident #8's medical record and stated there were no orders for the resident to receive Temozolomide. During a telephone interview on 11/16/2022 at 12:36 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2 confirmed she transcribed [named] Resident #8's admitting medications to the electronic medical record. Continued interview she stated chemotherapy medications were not listed on his orders. During a telephone interview on 11/16/2022 at 1:31 PM, RN #2 (nurse from Resident #8's oncologist office) stated, [named] resident was receiving radiation treatments through this office. He was seen on 11/10/2022 with his daughter present. I called the [named] facility and talked with [named] RN #3 who told me the resident was not receiving his chemotherapy medication; she stated that medication was not listed on his orders. During a telephone interview on 11/16/2022 at 1:36 PM, Resident #8's daughter (complainant #2) stated the resident did not receive chemotherapy medications while at [named] facility. During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 2:13 PM, the Administrator stated, Resident #8 was receiving chemotherapy medications at the hospital according to the hospital medical record. She stated, it was told to me the family knew about the drug and they were responsible for picking up the medication for the resident and bringing it to the facility, if he were to continue the medication. Continued interview revealed the chemotherapy medication was listed on the resident's hospital medical record as active on his medication list and no facility staff ensured his family brought his medications to the facility. She stated the resident had not received Temozolomide while he was a resident at the facility. During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 2:53 PM the admission Director reviewed the hospital medical record for Resident #8 and confirmed Temozolomide was listed on his active medication list. During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 5:05 PM, the Director of Nursing reviewed Resident #8's hospital medical record and stated, I would only put in the 'active' medications in the resident's EMR [electronic medical record]. I would not put in the 'Non-VA' medication [Temozolomide] orders even though it said 'active' because it was filled at an outside pharmacy. The admission's person talks to the family to make sure they can bring the drug because the facility doesn't pay for chemotherapy medications. She reviewed his medical record and confirmed there were no orders for the medication, and he had not received Temozolomide while he was a resident at the facility.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Administration (Tag F0835)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on job description review, facility policy review, hospital medical record review, facility documentation review, medical ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on job description review, facility policy review, hospital medical record review, facility documentation review, medical record review, and interview, Administration failed to administer the facility in a manner that enabled the facility to use its resources effectively and efficiently to attain the highest practicable wellbeing of the residents. The administration failed to ensure a medication was obtained and provided for 1 of 3 sampled residents (Resident #8). The findings include: Review of the undated Administrator's job description, revealed, .Leads, guides, and directs the operations of the healthcare facility in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, standards and established facility policies and procedures to provide appropriate care and services to residents. Review of the facility policy titled, Medication Administration, revealed, .Medications are administered as ordered by the physician . Review of Resident #8's hospital medical record dated 10/27/2022, revealed, .Active Non-VA [Veteran's Administration] Medications .Non-VA Temozolomide 140MG [milligram][chemotherapy medication used for brain tumors] Mouth Q [every] Daily .Filled through [named hospital] pharmacy .all current/active medications have been reviewed with the patient, family and/or caregiver and are correct as listed .[yes] .Patient was informed of his/her responsibility to maintain a current medication list and communicate information to all providers .ACTIVE means that you are presently taking these meds [medications] .NON-VA means you are getting this medication from somewhere besides the VA .Medication Reconciliation: Regardless of whether the status of the medication is ACTIVE, PENDING, SUSPENDED, or HOLD, they should be given unless the clinical appropriateness has changed as determined by your own medical staff . Review of the undated facility documentation titled, admission Acceptance Protocol revealed, .Contact center for capability .Chemotherapy depending on if patient can provide medication (discontinued while admitted ) . Review of the Administrator's typed statement dated 11/16/2022 (this was provided when asked for an admission agreement), revealed, .When admitting a patient that is on any type of chemotherapy drug the facility is not able to accept the patient if they cannot provide the drug from home or unless the medication will be discontinued per the emergency room during patients stay. This is a contingency due to the cost of the medication. When admitting [named] Resident #8, we spoke to [named referral facility] to ensure we would not be responsible for his chemo [chemotherapy] medication . Review of the Admissions Director's handwritten statement dated 11/16/2022 (this was provided when asked for an admission agreement), revealed, .Patient was receiving chemo [chemotherapy] drug thru [named] pharmacy and was to bring from home since it was filled by [named] pharmacy . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Malignant Neoplasm of Brain. Review of Resident #8's Facility admission Physician Orders dated 10/27/2022 revealed no order for Temozolomide 140 mg was listed. During a telephone interview on 11/16/2022 at 11:42 AM, Complainant #1 stated [named] Resident #8 had not been receiving his chemotherapy medication since he was discharged from [named] hospital. She stated the facility did not get the resident's medication from the pharmacy. During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 2:13 PM, the Administrator stated Resident #8 was receiving chemotherapy medication [Temozolomide] at the hospital according to his hospital medical record. Continued interview she confirmed the chemotherapy medication was listed on the resident's active medication list, and no facility staff ensured his family brought his medications to the facility to be administered to him. During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 2:53 PM the Admission's Director reviewed the hospital medical record for Resident #8 and confirmed his Temozolomide was listed on the resident's active medication list. Continued interview she stated she did not notify the family to bring his medications to the facility. During an interview on 11/16/2022 at 5:05 PM the Director of Nursing reviewed Resident #8's hospital medical record and confirmed Temozolomide was listed on the resident's active medication list. She reviewed his medical record and confirmed there were no orders for the medication, and he had not received Temozolomide while he was a resident at the facility. She stated she did not notify his family to bring that medication to the facility.
Jul 2021 3 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

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

Resident Rights (Tag F0550)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview the facility failed to cover a catheter bag for 1 of 6 sampled reside...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview the facility failed to cover a catheter bag for 1 of 6 sampled residents (Resident #42) observed. The findings include: Review of the medical record revealed Resident #42 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Multiple Sclerosis and Neuromuscular Dysfunction of Bladder. Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #42 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Continued review revealed Resident #42 required an indwelling catheter. Review of the current Physician's Orders dated 3/16/2021, revealed an order for .catheter s/t [symptom/treatment]: Neuromuscular Dysfunction of Bladder. Supra Pubic catheter . Observation in the resident's room on 7/12/2021 at 10:15 AM, 11:20 AM, and 3:48 PM, revealed Resident #42's urinary drainage bag was hanging on the right side of the bed not covered with a privacy cover. Observation and interview in the resident's room on 7/12/2021 at 3:55 PM, revealed Resident #42's urinary drainage bag hanging on the right side of the bed not covered with a privacy cover. Continued interview with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #5 confirmed the catheter bag was not covered with a privacy cover. During an interview on 7/14/2021 at 3:14 PM, the Director of Nursing and the Administrator confirmed the resident's urinary drainage bag should have been covered with a privacy cover.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0558 (Tag F0558)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview the facility failed to have a call light in reach for 1 of 34 sampled...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview the facility failed to have a call light in reach for 1 of 34 sampled residents (Resident #42) observed. The findings include: Review of the medical record revealed Resident #42 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Multiple Sclerosis. Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #42 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14 which indicated no cognitive impairment. Observation in the resident's room on 7/12/2021 at 3:48 PM, revealed the call light lying on the floor out of Resident #42's reach. Observation and interview in Resident #42's room on 7/12/2021 at 3:55 PM, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #5 comfirmed the call light was on the floor out of the resident's reach. During an interview on 7/14/2021 at 3:13 PM, the Administrator confirmed call lights should be in reach for the residents.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0909 (Tag F0909)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility documentation review, observations and interviews the facility ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility documentation review, observations and interviews the facility failed to ensure that the mattress and bed were compatible for 1 of 34 sample residents (Resident #47). The findings include: Review of the facility's undated policy titled, Bed Maintenance and Inspection, revealed .the facility will ensure that the mattress and bed frame are compatible . Review of the facility's policy titled, Siderail Entrapment Zones and Dimensional Recomendations [Recommendations], dated 3/10/2006, revealed .Zone 7: Between the head or foot board and the mattress end. FDA (Federal Drug Administration) recognizes this area as potential for entrapment . Review of the Work History Report for bed and mattress inspection, revealed facility staff inspected beds and mattresses every 3 months. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #47 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Muscle Weakness, and Need for Assistance with Personal Care. Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #47 had a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of 10 which indicated moderate impaired cognition. Further review revealed the resident is independent for transferring. Observation in the resident's room on 7/12/2021 at 10:27 AM, Resident #47 was noted to have a significant space between the end of his mattress and the foot board of his bed. Observation and interview in Resident #47's room on 7/13/2021 at 7:59 AM, Resident's left leg was noted to be hanging over the end of mattress in the area of the gap between the mattress and the foot board. Resident #47 stated, I left my room one day and came back, and I had this big gap at the end of my bed, maybe you could get me one that will fit the bed. Observation and interview in Resident #47's room on 7/13/2021 at 8:04 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Supervisor confirmed the mattress didn't fit the bed and there was a gap at the end of Resident #47's mattress and foot board. She stated, either the mattress or the bed needs to be adjusted. Observation and interview in Resident #47's room on 7/13/2021 at 8:05 AM, the Maintenance Director stated an extension is on the bed. Continued observation the Maintenance Director measured the gap from the end of the mattress to the foot board which measured 6 ½ inches. During an interview on 7/13/2021 at 10:30 AM, the Administrator confirmed zone 7 (referring to Siderail Entrapment Zones and Dimensional Recommendations) between the head or foot board and the mattress end is a potential for entrapment and there should not be a gap between the mattress and the foot board of a resident's bed.
Mar 2019 4 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0558 (Tag F0558)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the call light ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the call light was within reach for 2 residents (#59 and #79) of 105 residents reviewed. The findings include: Facility policy review, Answering Call Lights, dated 3/6/19, revealed .When the resident is in bed or confined to a chair be sure the call light is within easy reach of the residents . Medical record review revealed Resident #59 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Dementia, Unspecified Psychosis, Psychotic Disorder, and Major Depressive Disorder. Medical record review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #59's Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 7 indicating severly cognitively impaired. Observation of Resident #59 on 3/18/19 at 10:36 AM and 12:40 PM in her room revealed the call light was on the floor, on the right side of the bed, out of reach of the resident. Interview with Resident #59 on 3/18/19 at 10:36 AM in her room when asked if she knew what to do if she needed help or assistance revealed she would push the red call light button, pointing in the direction of the call light on the floor on the right side of the bed. Medical record review revealed Resident #79 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Dementia, Dysphagia, and Major Depressive Disorder. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #79's BIMS score of 3 indicating severly cognitively impaired. Observation of Resident #79 on 3/18/19 at 10:36 AM and 12:40 PM in her room revealed the call light was attached to the privacy curtain, and out of reach of the resident. Interview with Resident #79 on 3/18/19 at 10:36 AM in her room when asked if she knew what to do if she needed help or assistance revealed, she would push the call light button and was pointing in the direction of the call light attached to the privacy curtain. Interview with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #1 on 3/18/19 at 12:47 PM outside Resident #59's and #79's room confirmed the call lights were out of the reach of Resident #59 and #79. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 3/20/19 at 9:34 AM outside her office confirmed, call lights are to be in reach of the residents at all times.
CONCERN (D)

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

Assessment Accuracy (Tag F0641)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for f...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for falls of 2 residents (#55 and #62) of 33 residents reviewed. The findings include: Medical record review revealed Resident #55 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Hemiplegia following cerebral infarct affecting left nondom (non-dominant) side, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Dementia without Behavioral Disturbance and Muscle weakness. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #55 had no falls since admission/entry or reentry or prior assessment. Review of the facility's, Resident Incident Reports, for Resident #55 revealed falls had occurred on 1/6/19, 3/3/19, and 3/5/19. Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse #5 (LPN, who was identified as the MDS nurse) on 3/20/19 at 12:45 PM in the MDS office, after reviewing the Resident Incident Reports dated 1/6/19, 3/3/19, 3/5/19, and the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] for Resident #55, confirmed, .I agree that it is inaccurate . Medical record review revealed Resident #62 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Muscle Weakness, Other Abnormalities of Gait and Mobility, and History of Falling. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #62 had no falls since admission/entry or reentry or prior assessment. Review of the facility's, Resident Incident Reports, for Resident #62 revealed falls had occurred on 11/25/18 and 1/27/19. Interview with LPN #5 on 3/20/19 at 8:55 AM in the MDS office, after reviewing the facility's Resident Incident Reports for Resident #62, when asked if the 2/15/19 Quarterly MDS failed to accurately assess Resident #62's falls on 11/25/18 and 1/27/19, the LPN confirmed, Yes, there should have been 2 falls captured on it. Interview with the Administrator on 3/20/19 at 4:50 PM in the business office, revealed he is responsible for the MDS nurse assessments, after reviewing the Resident Incident Reports and MDS Assessments for Resident #55 and #62, confirmed, Yes, the MDS is inaccurate.
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 facility policy review, medical record review, and observation, the facility failed to follow the care plan for 2 resid...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and observation, the facility failed to follow the care plan for 2 residents (#59 and #79) of 33 residents reviewed. The findings include: Facility policy review, Using the Care Plan, dated August 2006 revealed .The care plan shall be used in developing the resident's daily care routines and will be available to staff personnel who have responsibility for providing care and services to the resident . Medical record review revealed Resident #59 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Dementia, Unspecified Psychosis, Psychotic Disorder, and Major Depressive Disorder. Medical record review review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #59's Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 7 indicating the resident was severly cognitively impaired. Observation of Resident #59 on 3/18/19 at 10:36 AM and 12:40 PM in her room revealed the call light was on the floor, on the right side of the bed and out of reach of the resident. Medical record review revealed Resident #79 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Dementia, Dysphagia, and Major Depressive Disorder. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #79's BIMS score of 3 indicating the resident was severly cognitively impaired. Observation of Resident #79 on 3/18/19 at 10:36 AM and 12:40 PM in her room revealed the call light was attached to the privacy curtain and out of reach of the resident. Interview with the Director Of Nursing on 3/20/19 at 5:31 PM in the hallway outside the conference room confirmed, the care plan for resident #59 and #79 were not followed regarding call lights being within reach of the residents.
CONCERN (D)

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

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to serve food in a safe a...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to serve food in a safe and sanitary manner for 1 resident (#62) of 14 residents during the noon meal on 3/18/19. The findings include: Review of the facility policy, Assistance with Meals, revised July 2017 revealed .all employees who provide resident assistance with meals shall demonstrate competency in the prevention of foodborne illness, including personal hygiene practices and safe food handling . Medical record review revealed Resident #62 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included Cognitive Communication Deficit and Dementia Without Behavioral Disturbances. Observation on 3/18/19 at 12:18 PM in the restorative dining room revealed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2 placed her ungloved left hand on Resident #62's roll and spread butter on the roll with a butter knife. Interview with LPN #2 on 3/18/19 at 12:19 PM in the restorative dining room when asked how to handle resident's food when setting up meal and spreading butter on resident's roll, she stated, I was to wear gloves. Interview with the Director of Nursing on 3/20/19 at 9:25 AM in the conference room confirmed staff were to wear gloves when touching residents food.
Mar 2018 16 deficiencies 5 IJ
CRITICAL (J)

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Notification of Changes (Tag F0580)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, medical record review, review of Emergency Department records, review of a facility investig...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, medical record review, review of Emergency Department records, review of a facility investigation, and interview, the facility failed to notify the Physician in a timely manner for changes in residents' condition for 2 residents (#24, #61) of 29 residents reviewed. The facility's failure to notify the Physician timely resulted in a delay in treatment and placed Resident #24 and #61 in Immediate Jeopardy (a situation in which the provider's noncompliance with one or more requirements has caused, or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident). The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on [DATE] at 4:05 PM in the Administrator's office. An Acceptable Allegation of Compliance which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy was received and corrective actions were validated through review of documents, observations, and staff interviews conducted onsite on [DATE]. The Immediate Jeopardy was effective from [DATE] through [DATE]. The findings included: Review of facility policy, Change in a Resident's Condition or Status, undated revealed .To insure the proper and timely reporting and documentation of any changes in a resident's condition or status .Our facility shall promptly notify the resident, his or her attending physician, and representative (sponsor) of changes in the resident's medical/mental condition and/or status .Nursing services will notify the resident's attending physician when .The resident is involved in any accident or incident; including injuries of an unknown source .The nurse will record in the resident's medical record any changes in the resident's medical condition or status . Medical record review revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Frequent Falls. Medical record review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 scored 9 on the Brief Interview Mental Status (BIMS) indicating she was moderately cognitively impaired. Continued review of the MDS revealed Resident #24 required extensive assistance of 2 people for transfers and dressing; extensive assistance of 1 person for grooming and bathing; and was always incontinent of bowel and bladder. Further review revealed Resident #24 was non-ambulatory; was placed in a wheelchair; and was unable to propel the wheelchair. Medical record review of Wound Care Notes revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility with a Stage IV pressure ulcer (full thickness tissue loss) to the right heel, measuring 1.2 centimeters (cm) x (by) 1.5 cm x 1.3 cm with undermining (wound beneath healthy tissue) of 2 cm at 11:00 (anatomically speaking the wound is located at the 11:00 position on the face of a clock). Continued review of the Nurses' Notes revealed Resident #24 went to the Wound Clinic weekly for treatment of the pressure ulcer. Review of a facility investigation dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 had an appointment at the Wound Clinic on [DATE] at 7:45 AM for treatment of the pressure ulcer. Continued review revealed while Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #1 and CNA #17 were getting Resident #24 up and dressed for her appointment, she complained of leg pain. Further review revealed CNA #1 notified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #9 who assessed the resident but took no further action. Review of the facility investigation revealed upon return to the facility, CNA #3 observed the resident's knee appeared swollen with the knee cap leaned over and reported her observations to LPN #3. Continued review revealed LPN #3 assessed the resident who complained of heel pain when questioned. Further review revealed CNA #1 later transferred the resident who complained of leg pain; LPN #3 was notified and assessed the resident, but did not observe excessive swelling to the leg. Continued review of the facility investigation dated [DATE] revealed CNA #5 was showering the resident on [DATE] and noted the resident's .right knee was swollen and the knee was not sitting straight up the way it was on [DATE] . Continued review revealed CNA #3 informed LPN #5 of the swollen knee who agreed the knee was swollen and stated she would have Physical Therapy (PT) look at it. Further review revealed LPN #5 observed the knee to be swollen, painful to move, warm to touch, and notified the Charge Nurse (LPN #4). Review revealed LPN #4 assessed the right knee of Resident #24 and agreed it was swollen, warm, painful and notified the Physician who gave an order for the resident to be transferred to the Emergency Department (ED). Continued review of the facility investigation revealed the ED Nurse called the facility to ask if the resident had fallen because she had a femur fracture (fracture of the long bone in the leg). Review of the ED record dated [DATE] at 12:02 AM revealed Resident #24 had a history of Dementia, non-ambulatory, and was to be evaluated for right knee edema and pain. Continued review of the ED records revealed a statement the Resident had no trauma and was non-ambulatory according to facility records. Review of the ED records revealed the resident suffered a .comminuted interarticulated displaced angulated distal femoral fracture extending into the knee joint . (fracture of femur [long bone of thigh] into many parts and extending into the knee separating the surface of the bone into many parts). Review of the ED information sheet revealed .Elderly people typically have poor bone quality and a fall from a standing position can cause such a fracture. Symptoms of this type of fracture include pain with weight bearing, swelling and bruising; tenderness to touch; knee may look out of place and the leg may appear shorter and crooked . Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] revealed no documentation of an assessment, pain level, or the status of the resident's knee by LPN #9 or LPN #3. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] at 5:39 PM revealed Resident #24 was noted to have a right swollen knee per LPN #5 and LPN #4 agreed the knee was swollen, warm, and painful to touch. Continued review revealed the Physician was notified and gave orders for the resident to be transferred to the hospital. Interview with CNA #3 on [DATE] at 2:30 PM on the 100 hall revealed when Resident #24 returned from the Wound Clinic her knee was swollen. Continued interview revealed she notified the Charge Nurse (LPN #3) the resident's knee was swollen on [DATE]. Further interview revealed CNA #3 took Resident #24 to her room and assisted her to bed. Further interview revealed CNA #3, who initially saw the knee upon return from the Wound Clinic knew something was wrong and told LPN #3 but no action was taken. Further interview revealed LPN #3 saw Resident #24 and decided there was nothing wrong so took no action. Continued interview revealed from [DATE] - [DATE] there was no documentation of observation of the resident's knee and no action was taken. Interview with CNA #5 on [DATE] at 6:20 AM in the conference room revealed when Resident #24 returned from the Wound Clinic on [DATE], her legs looked different. Continued interview revealed she asked the LPN #5 to look at the resident's legs. CNA #5 continued to state the knee was turned inward and the resident was in severe pain. Continued interview with CNA #5 revealed LPN #5 resident's knee was not right and she would notify the Charge Nurse (LPN #4). Further interview revealed the LPN #5 asked Physical Therapy (PT) if they could help with positioning. The therapist stated not to bother doing anything because the [Resident's] leg didn't look right. Interview with CNA #1 on [DATE] at 6:35 AM in the conference room revealed Resident #24 had an appointment at the Wound Clinic on [DATE] at 7:45 AM and [CNA #1] asked a co-worker to assist the resident with getting dressed and into a wheelchair for pickup. Continued interview revealed the resident had no complaints or abnormalities. Further interview revealed about 2:00 PM Resident #24 complained of leg pain and LPN #3 assessed the leg but found no concerns. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on [DATE] at 4:03 PM in her office revealed Resident #24 had a right heel pressure ulcer which was treated at the Wound Clinic and complained of foot pain regularly. Continued interview revealed CNA #9 notified LPN #1 of the knee swelling who thought a PT consult was needed. Further interview revealed when the swelling was reported a second time the resident was transferred to the ED and the femur fracture was diagnosed. Interview revealed Resident #24 returned to the facility in late 12/2017 from the hospital with a right above the knee amputation and gastric tube (feeding tube in stomach) and was in poor health at the time. Continued interview revealed a few days later the resident's blood pressure and blood glucose became elevated so she was sent to the hospital again. Further interview revealed Resident #24 returned to the facility on [DATE]; her heart stopped on [DATE]; and died. Continued interview revealed there was no conclusion as to the cause of the fracture. Further interview revealed the DON called the Wound Clinic to find out how the resident was transferred and interviewed CNA #2 who accompanied the resident to the appointment, stated Resident #24 was transferred using a stand-pivot method. Interview with the DON confirmed there was a delay in notifying the Physician so medical treatment could be obtained for Resident #24 when she had pain and swelling of her knee. Telephone interview with CNA #2 on [DATE] at 5:35 PM revealed there was no problem observed with the van ride or getting [Resident #24] in and out of the clinic. Continued interview revealed once inside the staff stood the resident up and eased her to the treatment bed using the stand-pivot method of transfer; eased her legs onto the bed; and propped her right leg on a pillow. Further interview with CNA #2 revealed she accompanied Resident #24 to and from the Wound Care Clinic in the van and offered to assist with the resident's transfer at the clinic but was not needed. In summary, Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a right heel Stage IV pressure ulcer. The resident had co-morbidities of Diabetes Mellitus and Peripheral Vascular Disease. On [DATE] upon return from the Wound Clinic, CNA #3 noted the resident's right knee was swollen. LPN #3 assessed the knee; felt there was no significant swelling; and failed to document her assessment. CNA #3 stated she told the Nurse about Resident #24's swollen knee and pain but the Nurse failed to document any assessment of the resident's knee and failed to notify the Physician. On [DATE] Nurses' Notes revealed the first documentation of the resident's knee being swollen, painful, and warm to touch. There is no documentation the Physician was notified from [DATE]-[DATE] when CNAs stated they reported the resident had pain. Resident #24 was sent to the ED where a comminuted interarticulated displaced angulated distal femoral fracture extending into the knee joint was identified. During this time the pressure ulcer on the heel deteriorated and the resident required surgical intervention with a right above the knee amputation and insertion of a feeding tube, by which she received her nutrition. The resident subsequently developed pneumonia and a systemic infection, her heart stopped, and died. The facility failed to notify the Physician timely of Resident #24's complaints of pain and change in condition and a delay of care resulting in Immediate Jeopardy for Resident #24. Medical record review revealed Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and [DATE] with diagnoses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Dementia, Left Above the Knee Amputation, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Depression and Anxiety. Continued review revealed the resident was discharged to the hospital on the evening of [DATE]. An additional diagnosis of Right Femur Fracture (long bone in the thigh) was added on [DATE] when readmitted . Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #61 had a BIMS score of 1 indicating the resident was severely cognitively impaired. Continued review revealed Resident #61 required extensive assistance with bed mobility and was totally dependent for transfer, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene and bathing. Continued review revealed the resident had a range of motion limitation in the upper and lower extremities on both sides. Further review revealed the resident received PRN (as needed) pain medication. Review of a witness statement signed by CNA #10 dated Saturday, 9, 2017 revealed .[Resident #61] was in the bed .This morning, [12-9-2017] she said her knee was hurting .As I was changing her she complain[ed] of pain in her knee . Continued review of the witness statement revealed an addendum dated [DATE] at 8:21 PM and signed by the Director of Nursing (DON) who documented .CNA reported that nurse on 11-7 [night shift] was made aware around 5 AM of resident's complaint of pain to right knee . Review of a witness statement signed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #9 dated [DATE] included in the facility investigation revealed, .When I went in resident's room to give pain med [medication] for rt [right] leg [CNA #10] told me she was hurting she mentioned that man dropped me .This occurred between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM [night shift] on [DATE] . Medical record review of the Nurses' Notes for [DATE] revealed no documentation by LPN #9 regarding the resident's voiced pain, a man had dropped her, or any pain medication was given. Medical record review revealed a Physician's Telephone Order dated [DATE] at 12:30 PM Stat [immediately] right knee x-ray due to swelling and pain . signed by LPN #7. Medical record review of a Nurses' Note dated [DATE] at 12:43 PM by LPN #7 revealed .resident complain[ed] of R [right] knee pain stated she was drop[ped] by a man last night right knee noted to be swollen painful to touch or move MD [medical doctor] made aware order to have x-ray done and call him .will continue to monitor waiting on [mobile x-ray] to come to facility for x-ray . Interview with the DON on [DATE] at 3:50 PM in the Assistant Director of Nursing's (ADON) office, confirmed the facility did not follow their policy on promptly notifying the resident's Physician when Resident #61 reported to LPN #9 around 5:30 AM to be in pain and someone had dropped her, resulting in a delay of treatment until it was reported to the Physician approximately 7 hours later. Interview with the Administrator on [DATE] at 5:08 PM in the ADON's office, regarding the delay in reporting of a change in status in the resident's condition, stated You're not telling us anything we didn't know, that's why we fired them (LPN #9, CNA #10). The surveyor verified the Allegation of Compliance by: 1. On [DATE] the on-call Nurse who failed to notify the DON of the incident for 3 days was in-serviced on timely reporting and quality of care. 2. On [DATE] all staff were educated on Incidents, Accidents, Abuse, Reporting, Customer Service, and Quality of Care. 3. On [DATE] all cognitively impaired residents underwent a head-to-toe skin assessment with no concerns apparent. 4. On [DATE] all cognitively intact residents were interviewed regarding abuse with no concerns elicited. 5. On [DATE] all staff were educated on Notification of Change and Condition. 6. On [DATE] staff were educated on Transfers, ADLS (Activities of Daily Living), How to Care for Residents, Knowing Your Residents, Abuse, Neglect, and Reporting all Resident Claims. 7. On [DATE] licensed staff were educated on Incomplete Data on the Medication Administration Records and Treatment Administration Records. 8. From [DATE] - [DATE] all staff were educated again on the Abuse Policy and Procedure, notification, and Reporting. 9. Review of daily audits on [DATE] and [DATE], of resident observations for change in pain, change or decline in condition, assessment as indicated with Physician and/or Nurse Practitioner notification, and follow-up revealed audits were completed with Licensed Staff and CNAs assigned to each resident. 10. Interview with staff members on [DATE] regarding education received on abuse, transfers, notification, knowing residents, reporting resident claims revealed they were able to discuss each of the topics. Noncompliance continued at a scope and severity of D for monitoring the effectiveness of corrective actions and evaluation of monitoring by the Quality Assurance Committee. The facility is required to submit a plan of correction.
CRITICAL (J)

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, review of facility investigations, observation and interview, the facili...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, review of facility investigations, observation and interview, the facility failed to provide goods and services necessary to treat pain and provide prompt medical attention for 3 residents (#24,#61,#32) failed to prevent resident to resident abuse for 8 residents (#43, #62, #64, #67, #75, #81, #93, #167) reviewed for abuse of 48 sampled residents. The facility's failure to prevent neglect placed Resident #24, Resident #61, and Resident #32 in Immediate Jeopardy (a situation where the provider's noncompliance with one or more requirements of participation has caused, or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident). The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on [DATE] at 4:05 PM in the Administrator's office. F-600 is Substandard Quality of Care. An Acceptable Allegation of Compliance which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy was received and corrective actions were validated through review of documents, observations, and staff interviews conducted onsite on [DATE]. The Immediate Jeopardy was effective from [DATE] through [DATE]. The findings included: Review of facility policy, Abuse Prevention Policy and Procedure, revised [DATE] revealed, The facility shall not condone any acts of resident mistreatment, neglect, verbal, sexual, physical and/or mental abuse, corporal punishment, involuntary seclusion or misappropriation of resident property by any staff member, other residents .It is the policy of this facility .to protect the residents from harm at all times, including protection from physical and verbal abuse from other residents .A resident to resident altercation should be reviewed as a potential situation of abuse .Having a mental disorder or cognitive impairment does not automatically preclude a resident from engaging in deliberate or non-accidental actions . Medical record review revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], readmitted on [DATE] and [DATE] with diagnoses including Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Diabetes Mellitus, and Frequent Falls. Medical record review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 scored 9 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) indicating she was moderately cognitively impaired. Continued review of the MDS revealed Resident #24 required extensive assistance of 2 people for transfers and dressing; extensive assist of 1 person for grooming and bathing; and was always incontinent of bowel and bladder. Further review revealed Resident #24 was non-ambulatory; was placed in a wheelchair; and was unable to propel the wheelchair. Medical record review of Wound Care Notes revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility with a Stage IV pressure ulcer (full thickness wound where the wound extends below layers of healthy skin) to the right heel, measuring 1.2 centimeters (cm) x (by) 1.5 cm x 1.3 cm with undermining (wound beneath healthy tissue) of 2 cm at 11:00 (using a face of a clock showing 11:00 anatomically). Continued review of Nurses' Notes revealed Resident #24 went to an off-site Wound Clinic once weekly for treatment of the pressure ulcer. Medical record review of Wound Clinic notes revealed Resident #24 had a pressure ulcer on her right heel which was necrotic and was debrided on [DATE] (prior to her admission to the facility). Continued review of the Wound Clinic notes dated [DATE] revealed the wound had deteriorated and the upper edges were necrotic. Further review of the Wound Clinic notes dated [DATE] revealed the wound had undermining; was debrided; and an x-ray was ordered to rule out osteomyelitis. Continued review of the Wound Clinic notes dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 had a Stage III pressure ulcer on the right heel longer than 9 months and the facility had been using Medihoney with minimal improvement. Further review revealed the ulcer measures 0.9 cm x by 0.6 cm x 1.8 cm with red granulation in the wound bed. Medical record review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for 11/2017 revealed Resident #24 was ordered Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 325 milligrams (mg), give 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed and Lortab 5/325 mg, give 0.5 tablet one hour before wound care. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] at 9:22 AM revealed Resident #24 complained of heel pain and was medicated with Tylenol 650 mg by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #9. Medical record review of the MAR for 11/2017 revealed no documentation of the Tylenol administration. Review of a facility investigation dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 went to the Wound Clinic weekly. Continued review revealed when Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #1 and CNA #17 were getting the resident ready for her appointment when she complained of leg pain. Further review revealed CNA #1 notified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #9 of the resident's pain and slight swelling and LPN #9 assessed Resident #24. Continued review revealed upon return from the wound care clinic the resident's knee appeared swollen with the knee cap leaned over. CNA #3 reported her observations to the nurse. Further review revealed LPN #3 assessed the resident who complained of heel pain when questioned. Continued review revealed CNA #1 later transferred the resident who complained of leg pain; LPN #3 was notified and assessed the resident, but did not observe excessive swelling to the leg. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] revealed no documentation of an assessment of the resident's knee by either LPN #9 or LPN #3. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] at 3:19 PM revealed Resident #24 had no complaints of pain or discomfort. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] at 8:45 AM revealed Resident #24 had no complaint of pain voiced. Continued review of the Nurses' Notes revealed at 1:07 PM the resident had no complaint or indication of pain. Further review of the Nurses' Notes at 1:11 PM revealed the resident's right heel had deteriorated with the wound being smaller but the depth had increased. Medical record review of the Comprehensive Care Plan revealed an update on [DATE] with a problem of swelling of the right knee and painful to touch. Continued review revealed approaches included cool compresses as needed; administer pain medications; inform provider; and X-ray if ordered and inform provider of results. Review of a PT evaluation dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 was wheelchair bound prior to admission. Continued review revealed the resident required maximum assistance to go from supine to sitting as well as to roll from side to side for care. Further review revealed the resident required total assistance of 2 people to scoot up in bed. Review of a facility investigation dated [DATE] revealed CNA #3 was showering the resident and noted the resident's right knee was swollen and the knee was not sitting straight up the way it was on [DATE]. Continued review revealed CNA #3 informed LPN #3 of the swollen knee who agreed the knee was swollen and said she would have Physical Therapy (PT) look at it. Further review revealed LPN #5 observed the knee to be swollen, painful to move, warm to touch, and notified the Charge Nurse (LPN #4). Continued review revealed LPN #4 assessed the right knee of Resident #24 and agreed it was swollen, warm, and painful, notified the Physician who ordered transfer to the Emergency Department (ED). Further review of the facility investigation revealed the ED nurse called the facility to find out if the resident had fallen because she had a femur fracture. Review of the Emergency Department (ED) record dated [DATE] at 12:02 AM, revealed Resident #24 had a history of Dementia and was to be evaluated for right knee edema and pain. Continued review revealed a statement there was no trauma and the resident is non-ambulatory. Further review od the ED record revealed the resident suffered a .comminuted interarticulated displaced angulated distal femoral fracture extending into the knee joint . (fracture of femur into many parts and extending into the knee separating the surface of the bone into many parts). Review of the ED information sheet revealed .Elderly people typically have poor bone quality and a fall from a standing position can cause such a fracture. Symptoms of this type of fracture include pain with weightbearing; swelling and bruising; tenderness to touch; knee may look out of place and the leg may appear shorter and crooked . Review of the hospital record of a consult from the Infectious Diseases Physician dated [DATE], revealed the right heel wound was necrotic and had an odor suggesting infection. Continued review revealed the Physician documented would require further medical or surgical debridement or right below the knee amputation. Further review revealed the Physician documented Resident #24 had very poor nutritional intake which was a risk factor for poor healing of a wound or surgical site. Continued review revealed the resident was very frail with Dementia and was expected to have poor quality of life. Further review revealed the Physician hoped the amputation could be done within the next week to avoid prolonged use of antibiotics with their side effects. Review of hospital notes dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 underwent an .above the knee amputation of the right leg due to non healing distal right femoral shaft fracture, peripheral vascular disease, non-healing right foot wound . Medical record review revealed Resident #24 returned to the facility on [DATE] with a right above the knee amputation, G-tube (used to instill feeding directly into the stomach) and tube feeding infusing, as well as a Stage III pressure ulcer on the coccyx. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the hospital with blood pressure 181/101, pulse 128, temperature 101.3, and glucose 349. Continued review revealed Resident #24 was diagnosed with .healthcare associated pneumonia/hospital-acquired pneumonia/aspiration pneumonia . Review of a Physician's Note dated [DATE] revealed the resident had been doing poorly for the last few months and was expected to have poor quality of life. Continued review revealed the Hospitalist discussed the resident's medical condition with the family but they wanted aggressive measures. Further review of a Physician's Note dated [DATE] revealed .had long discussion with daughter and son. They want to continue full code and aggressive therapy. Patient is lethargic and encephalopathic . Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 had returned from the hospital. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 was .found by a CNA and it looked as if she was not breathing . Further review revealed the Nurse was notified and Cardiopulmonary Resusitation (CPR) was begun. Continued review revealed Resident #24 was transferred to the hospital where she expired. Review of the Certificate of Death revealed the cause of death included Coronary Artery Disease, Diabetes Mellitus with Hyperglycemia, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Hyperlipidemia. Telephone interview with LPN #9 on [DATE] at 10:35 AM revealed she had no idea Resident #24 had a fractured hip because no one had told her about it. Continued interview revealed Resident #24 had pressure ulcers on both heels and usually complained of heel pain. Further interview revealed when the resident complained of pain she assumed it was from the heel. Continued interview revealed the facility was unable to find a cause for the fracture. Interview with CNA #3 on [DATE] at 2:30 PM on the 100 hall revealed when Resident #24 came back from the Wound Clinic on [DATE], her knee was swollen. Continued interview revealed she notified LPN #3 about the knee. Further interview revealed CNA #3 took Resident #24 to her room and put her in bed. Medical record review of the 11/2017 MAR revealed no documentation Tylenol was administered for the resident's pain. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes revealed no documentation LPN #9 or LPN #3 assessed the resident to determine her pain level or the status of the resident's knee. Interview with CNA #5 on [DATE] at 6:20 AM in the conference room revealed when Resident #24 returned from the Wound Clinic on [DATE], her legs looked different. Continued interview revealed she asked LPN #5 to look at the resident's legs and the knee was turned inward and the resident complained of severe pain. Continued interview revealed LPN #5 stated the resident's knee was not right and she would notify the Charge Nurse (LPN #4). Further interview revealed LPN #5 asked PT if they could help with positioning and the therapist stated not to bother doing anything because the leg didn't look right. Interview with CNA #1 on [DATE] at 6:35 AM in the conference room revealed Resident #24 had an appointment at the Wound Clinic on [DATE] and she asked a co-worker to help get the resident dressed and into a wheelchair for pickup. Continued interview revealed about 2:00 PM Resident #24 complained of leg pain and the Nurse assessed the leg but found no concerns. Medical record review of the 11/2017 MAR revealed no documentation of Tylenol administration in spite of the resident complaining of severe pain. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] revealed no documentation LPN #5 assessed the resident's knee. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on [DATE] at 4:03 PM in her office revealed Resident #24 had a heel pressure ulcer which was treated at the Wound Clinic. Continued interview revealed she complained of foot pain regularly. Further interview revealed the CNA notified the Nurse of the knee swelling who thought a PT consult was needed. Continued interview revealed when swelling was reported a second time the resident was transferred to the hospital and the femur fracture was diagnosed. Interview revealed Resident #24 returned to the facility in late 12/2017 with a right above the knee amputation and a PEG tube and was unstable at the time. Continued interview revealed a few days later the resident's blood pressure and glucose became unstable so she was sent to the hospital again. Further interview revealed Resident #24 returned to the facility on [DATE]; coded on [DATE]; and expired. Interview revealed there was no conclusion as to the cause of the fracture. Continued interview revealed the DON called the Wound Clinic to find out how the resident was transferred and interviewed the CNA who accompanied the resident to the appointment, finding out Resident #24 was transferred using a stand-pivot method. Interview the DON confirmed there was a delay in obtaining medical treatment for Resident #24 when she had swelling of her knee; did not receive appropriate pain management; and was not assessed appropriately when she complained of leg pain. Telephone interview with CNA #2 on [DATE] at 5:35 PM revealed there was no problem observed with the van ride or getting Resident #24 in and out of the clinic. Continued interview revealed once inside the clinic the wound clinic staff stood the resident up; used a stand-pivot method to ease her to the treatment bed; eased her legs onto the bed; and propped her right leg on a pillow. Interview revealed the CNA (#5) who initially saw the knee upon return from the Wound Clinic knew something was wrong and told both the Charge Nurse and the facility Wound Care Nurse but no action was taken. Further interview revealed the Charge Nurse assessed Resident #24 and decided there was nothing wrong so took no action. Continued interview revealed from [DATE] - [DATE] there was little documentation of observation of the resident's knee and no treatment was provided. In summary, Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a right heel Stage IV pressure ulcer. The resident had co-morbidities of Diabetes Mellitus and Peripheral Vascular Disease. On [DATE] upon return from the Wound Clinic, the CNA noted the resident's right knee was swollen. The LPN assessed the knee; saw no significant swelling; and failed to document her assessment. The resident was also complaining of pain in her legs; the LPN stated in interview she administered Tylenol; but she failed to document the administration. The CNAs stated they told the nurses about Resident #24's swollen knee and pain but the Nurses failed to document any assessment of the resident's knee; Nurses failed to document administration of pain medication; and Nurses failed to notify the Physician of the resident's complaint of pain. On [DATE] Nurses' Notes revealed the first documentation of the resident's knee being swollen, painful, and warm to touch. There is no documentation pain medication was administered when the resident was complaining of pain; the Physician was notified; Resident #24 was transferred to the ED where a comminuted interarticulated displaced angulated distal femoral fracture extending into the knee joint was identified. During this time the pressure ulcer on the heel deteriorated and the resident underwent a right above the knee amputation; insertion of G-tube Tuve inserted into the stomach); and enteral feedings. The resident subsequently developed pneumonia and sepsis; coded; and died. The failure to notify the Physician in a timely manner of the swollen knee; failure to administer pain medication when the CNAs notified the Nurses the resident was complaining of pain; and the failure of the Nurses to document assessments of the resident's knee constituted neglect for Resident #24 at an Immediate Jeopardy level. Medical record review revealed Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and [DATE] with diagnoses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Dementia, Left Above the Knee Amputation, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Depression and Anxiety. Continued review revealed the resident was discharged to the hospital on the evening of [DATE]. An additional diagnosis for Right Femur Fracture was added on [DATE] when readmitted . Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #61 had a BIMS score of 1 indicating the resident was severely cognitively impaired. Further review revealed Resident #61 required extensive assistance with bed mobility and was totally dependent for transfer, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene and bathing. Continued review revealed the resident had range of motion limitation in the upper and lower extremities on both sides. Further review revealed the resident received PRN (as needed) pain medication. Medical record review of a Care Plan dated [DATE] revealed Resident #61 was at risk for poor nutritional status related to diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Congestive Heart Failure, Left Above the Knee Amputation and was considered Obese. Medical record review of a Care Plan dated [DATE] revealed Resident #61 was at risk for alteration in comfort related to a history of right leg pain, decreased mobility, and multiple chronic disease processes. Continued review of the Care Plan revealed the resident was at risk for falls related to decreased mobility, cognitive and physical function deficits. Further review revealed approaches for the Care Plan included bed in low position and safety mats at bedside. Continued review revealed Resident #61 required assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) due to decreased mobility, multiple chronic disease processes, generalized weakness and Above the Knee Amputation of the Left Leg. Further review revealed the resident had .Decreased vision related to: blind in left eye and poor vision in right eye. I do not wear glasses as they do not help me . Continued review revealed Resident #61 had cognitive loss present as evidenced by her short term memory loss. Medical record review of the MAR for [DATE] revealed Resident #61 had an order dated [DATE] for Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen (pain medication) 5/325 mg one tablet by mouth three times daily (TID) prn. Continued review revealed no hydrocodone pain medication was administered [DATE] through [DATE]. Medical record review of the Nurses' Notes for [DATE] revealed no documentation by LPN #9 regarding the voiced pain, that a man had dropped her, or that any pain medication was administered. Review of a witness statement signed by CNA #10 dated Saturday, 9, 2017 revealed .[Resident #61] was in the bed .This morning, 12-9-2017 she complain[ed] that her knee was hurting .As I was changing her she complain[ed] of pain in her knee . Continued review of the witness statement revealed an addendum dated [DATE] at 8:21 PM and signed by the DON and documented .CNA reported that Nurse on 11-7 was made aware around 5 AM of residents complaint of pain to right knee . Review of a witness statement signed by LPN #9 dated [DATE] included in the facility investigation revealed, .When I went in [the] resident's room to give pain med [medication] for rt [right] leg that [CNA #10] told me she was hurting she mentioned that man dropped me .This occurred between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM on [DATE] . Review of an interview conducted by LPN #2/Unit Manager with Resident #61 on [DATE] at 5:50 PM revealed .1. Can you tell me what happened? 'I fell out of bed and that man picked me up. I fell last night.' 2. Date and Time of day/night when the incident occurred? 'Last night.' 3. Who was involved? Give name and/or description of person(s). 'Tall boy, brown skinned, with uniform on. 4. ' Were there witnesses? 'No.' 5. When did you report this incident? 'My leg hurt all day.' 6. Who did you report this incident to? 'I told a nurse.' 7. Is this the first time this incident or a similar incident has occurred? If no, explain: 'My leg hurt lady.' . Medical record review of a Physician's Telephone Order dated [DATE] at 12:30 PM revealed Stat [immediately] right knee x-ray due to swelling and pain . and signed by LPN #7. Medical record review of a Nurses' Note dated [DATE] at 12:43 PM by LPN #7 revealed .resident complain[ed] of R [right] knee pain stated she was drop[ped] by a man last night right knee noted to be swollen painful to touch or move MD [Medical Doctor] made aware order to have x-ray done and call him .will continue to monitor waiting on mobile x-ray to come to facility for x-ray . Medical record review of a Social Service Note dated [DATE] revealed .SSD (Social Services Director) met with resident in room. Resident resting in bed with eyes open .Is HOH [hard of hearing] and suffers with vision problems which can make communication difficult at time[s], even when getting down at resident's level . Medical record review of a Social Servise Note dated [DATE] revealed .SSD met with resident in room .Could be heard yelling out which is baseline for resident . An interview was attempted with Resident #61. Although she was able to speak at the time of the incident, she had been in the hospital in the interval and was now unable to speak. Interview with LPN #7 on [DATE] at 7:55 AM on the 200 hall revealed she was passing medications the morning of [DATE] and she heard Resident #61 hollering out. Continued interview revealed the resident hollered out a lot but this was a different tone. Further interview revealed the LPN went to Resident #61's room to check on her and staff were getting the resident up in her geri-chair. Continued interview revealed Resident #61 said her leg hurt and that a man had dropped her. Surveyor asked What did her leg look like? and the LPN stated the resident's knee was swollen but no bruising, she had pain with movement. Continued interview revealed Once she was in her chair she was ok referring to her pain level. The LPN stated she called the doctor and received an order for an x-ray. Further interview revealed it took a while for the mobile x-ray to get to her. Continued interview revealed the mobile x-ray service came at the change of shift around 2:30 - 3:00 PM on [DATE]. Interview with LPN #9 on [DATE] at 10:18 AM by telephone revealed she worked the 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift which began on [DATE] and completed on the morning of [DATE]. Surveyor asked LPN #9 what she remembered about Resident #61 the morning of [DATE] and LPN #9 stated the resident complained of foot and leg pain a lot and then stated I gave her Tylenol that morning. Medical record review of the Physician's Orders for [DATE] revealed there was no order for Tylenol. Interview with CNA #10 on [DATE] at 11:08 AM by telephone revealed Resident #61 complained of leg pain in the early morning hours on [DATE] and he notified LPN #9 and she went in to check on her. Interview with LPN #2 on [DATE] at 3:35 PM in the Restorative Nursing office revealed she came to the facility on [DATE] about dusk dark and assessed Resident #61 upon arrival. Continued interview revealed the resident told her that her leg was hurting. The Surveyor asked What medication did [LPN #9] give to this resident? and LPN #2 stated there was nothing charted, we went back and did narcotic counts and nothing was given. Interview with the DON on [DATE] at 3:50 PM in the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)'s office, confirmed the facility failed to follow their policy on administering pain medication. Continued interview with the DON confirmed the facility failed to promptly notify the resident's Physician when the resident had a change of status. These failures resulted in neglect, which is classified as abuse, due to Resident #61 not receiving pain medication and a delay in treatment of approximately 6 hours Interview with the Administrator on [DATE] at 5:08 PM in the ADON's office, after reviewing Resident #61's care regarding the reporting of pain with no pain medication given, and the neglect in the delay in reporting and a change in status in the resident's condition, stated You're not telling us anything we didn't know, that's why we fired them. (LPN #9, CNA #10) Medical record review revealed Resident #32 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Iron Deficiency Anemia, Barrett's Esophagus, Dysphagia, Pressure Ulcer of Left Heel Stage 3, Pain in Left Hip, Muscle Weakness, Heart Failure. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #32 had a BIMS of 14 indicating he was cognitively intact. Medical record review of the MAR dated 1/2018 revealed dates [DATE] thru [DATE] .Fentanyl [opioid] 12 MCG [Micrograms]/HR [Hour] Patch apply on epatch [one patch] every 3 days for apin [pain]. Rotate site . Was not documented as administered. Medical record review of the MAR for 1/2018 revealed on [DATE] at 3:00 PM the resident's scored 7/10, (pain level scored from 1 - 10 with 1 being the lowest pain level and 10 being the highest pain level); on [DATE] at 3:00 PM it was 8/10; on [DATE] it was 5/10, and on [DATE] it was 9/10. Observation of Resident #32 on [DATE] at 12:20 PM in his room with the DON present revealed she performed a skin assessment. Continued observation revealed no Fentanyl Patch could be located on the resident. Resident #32 stated .I was wondering why my hip was hurting . Interview with LPN #1 on [DATE] at 12:25 PM in Resident #32's room, revealed staff are notified to check placement of Fentanyl Patch, when it pops each shift on the computer . Interview with LPN #1 on [DATE] at 2:33 PM in the Medication Room at the back Nurses' Station revealed Resident #32 needed another written prescription to be faxed to the pharmacy. I don't believe he got a Fentanyl Patch on that day ([DATE]) Interview with LPN #2 on [DATE] at 3:15 PM revealed the Pharmacy was called regarding filling the Fenatyl patch. The original order was faxed on [DATE]. But mg was placed on the order instead of mcg. Continued interview revealed Resident #32 did not have a Fentanyl Patch on and the correct order was faxed on [DATE]. Interview with the DON on [DATE] at 3:30 PM at the back Nurses Station confirmed the facility failed to ensure Resident #32 received his Fentanyl Patch, which resulted in Resident #32 not receiving pain medication for 10 days and while experiencing pain. Medical record review revealed Resident #43 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Aphasia, Ataxia, Congestive Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, and Dementia. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #43 scored 8 on the BIMS indicating she was moderately cognitively impaired. Medical record review revealed Resident #62 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Dementia, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Weight Loss, Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertension, and Femur Fracture. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #62 scored 12 on the BIMS, indicating she was mildly cognitively impaired. Review of the facility investigation revealed on [DATE] two residents (#43, #62) had an altercation. Continued review of a statement from the Activity Aide dated [DATE] revealed .At or around 4:05 PM while finishing up the movie matinees, I witnessed two residents [#43, #62] in a fist fight in the middle of the room. As I was trying to separate the two [#62] would not let go of [#43] arm and would not stop hitting her . Further review of the facility investigation on [DATE] revealed a statement from Resident #85 who stated she witnessed both residents hitting one another but [Resident #62] started it. Continued review of the facility investigation revealed a statement from another resident who stated .Resident #62] pinched [Resident #43] and [Resident #43] pinched back and they started fighting . Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated [DATE] revealed LPN #2 was called to the dining room by the Activity Director and found Resident #62 in a physical altercation with Resident #43. Continued review revealed Resident #62 stated She hit me. Further review revealed the residents were separated but Resident #62 hit Resident #43 on the back of the shoulder. Continued review revealed Resident #62's son requested the resident be sent to the ED. Interview with the DON on [DATE] at 2:30 PM in the DON's office, confirmed Resident #43 and Resident #62 were involved in a resident-to-resident altercation. Medical record review revealed Resident #167 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Cerebrovascular Accident, Dementia, Psychotic disorder, Anxiety Disorder and Vascular Dementia with Behaviors. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #167 had a BIMS of 3 indicating the resident as severely cognitively impaired. Review of facility investigation dated [DATE] revealed Resident #43 was in the dining when she was hit with a coffee cup by Resident #167. Interview with Resident #43 on [DATE] at 8:15 AM in her room revealed Resident #167 hit Resident #43 on the head with a coffee cup and Resident #43 hit Resident #167 on the shoulder. Interview with the LPN #2 on [DATE] at 10:57 AM at the front Nurses Station revealed LPN #2/Unit Manager was called to the dining room because Resident #167 threw a coffee cup at Resident #43. When LPN #2/Unit Manager got to the dining room she observed Resident #167 was agitated and was slinging her arms and trying to self-propel. Resident #43 was seated at another table. Continued i[TRUNCATED]
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Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Assessment Accuracy (Tag F0641)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, review of facility investigation, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to correctly document residents' medical problems including assessments of residents with pain for 2 residents (#24, #61) of 48 residents reviewed. The facility's failure to provide accurate assessments placed Resident #24 and Resident #61 in Immediate Jeopardy (a situation where the provider's noncompliance with one or more requirements of participation has caused, or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident). The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 2/28/18 at 4:05 PM in the Administrator's office. The Immediate Jeopardy was effective from 11/21/17 through 2/23/18. An Acceptable Allegation of Compliance which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy was received and corrective actions were validated through review of documents, observations, and staff interviews conducted onsite on 3/2/18. The findings included: Review of facility policy, Pain Management, undated revealed .Pain is defined as an individual's unpleasant sensory or emotional experience. Acute pain is pain of abrupt onset or escalation. Chronic pain is pain that is persistent or recurrent. Pain is a highly subjective, personal experience for which there are no consistent objective biological markers .In the long-term care setting the comfort and well-being of the individual resident should always be paramount .Adequate pain management should be sought in each case .The same pain control measures that are used for residents who are able to communicate should be used for residents unable to communicate their pain due to dementia, aphasia or other causes . Medical record review revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Frequent Falls. Medical record review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 scored 9 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) indicating she was moderately cognitively impaired. Continued review of the MDS revealed Resident #24 required extensive assistance of 2 people for transfers and dressing; extensive assist of 1 person for grooming and bathing; and was always incontinent of bowel and bladder. Further review revealed Resident #24 was non-ambulatory; was placed in a wheelchair; and was unable to propel the wheelchair. Review of a facility investigation dated 11/21/17 revealed Resident #24 went to the Wound Clinic weekly for treatment to the right and left heels. Continued review revealed upon return the resident's knee appeared swollen with the knee cap leaned over. Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #3 reported her observations to the Nurse. Further review revealed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #3 assessed the resident who complained of heel pain when questioned. Review revealed CNA #1 later transferred the resident who complained of leg pain; LPN #3 was notified and assessed the resident, but did not observe swelling to the leg. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated 11/21/17 revealed no documentation of an assessment by LPN #3 or LPN #9. Medical record review of the MAR for 11/2017 revealed no documentation Tylenol was administered for the resident's complaint of pain. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes on 11/23/17 at 1:11 PM revealed the resident's right heel had deteriorated with the wound being smaller but the depth had increased. Review of a facility investigation dated 11/24/17 revealed CNA #3 was showering the resident and noted the resident's right knee was swollen and the knee was not sitting straight up the way it was on 11/21/17. Continued review revealed CNA #3 informed LPN #10 of the swollen knee who agreed the knee was swollen and stated she would have Physical Therapy (PT) look at it. Further review revealed LPN #5 observed the knee to be swollen, painful to move, and warm to touch, and notified the Charge Nurse (LPN #4). Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated 11/24/17 at 5:39 PM revealed Resident #24 was noted to have a right swollen knee per LPN #5 and LPN #4 agreed the knee was swollen, warm, and painful to touch. Continued review revealed the Physician was notified at 5:39 PM by LPN #4 and gave orders for the resident to be transferred to the hospital. Review of the facility investigation revealed the ED nurse called the facility to ask if the resident had fallen because she had a femur fracture. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 2/1/18 at 4:03 PM in her office revealed Resident #24 had a heel ulcer which was treated at the Wound Clinic. Continued interview revealed she complained of foot pain regularly. Further interview revealed the CNA notified the nurse of the knee swelling who thought a PT consult was needed. Continued interview revealed when swelling was reported a second time the resident was transferred to the Emergency Department (ED) and the femur fracture was diagnosed. Further interview with the DON confirmed Nurses had failed to assess Resident #24 appropriately when the CNAs reported the resident was having leg pain. Medical record review revealed Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and 12/12/17 with diagnoses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Dementia, Left Above the Knee Amputation, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Depression and Anxiety. Continued review revealed the resident was discharged to the hospital on the evening of 12/9/17. An additional diagnosis for Right Femur Fracture was added on 12/12/17 when readmitted . Medical record of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #61 had a BIMS score of 1 indicating the resident was was severely cognitively impaired. Further review revealed Resident #61 required extensive assistance with bed mobility and was total dependent for transfer, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene and bathing. Continued review revealed the resident had a range of motion limitation in the upper and lower extremities on both sides and was unable to ambulate. Further review revealed the resident received PRN (as needed) pain medication. Medical record review of a Care Plan dated 12/29/16 revealed Resident #61 was at risk for poor nutritional status related to diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Congestive Heart Failure, and Left Above the Knee Amputation. Medical record review of a Care Plan dated 1/4/17 revealed Resident #61 was at risk for alteration in comfort related to a history of right leg pain, decreased mobility, and multiple chronic disease processes. Continued review of the Care Plan revealed the resident was a risk for falls related to decreased mobility, and cognitive and physical function deficits. Further review revealed approaches for the Care Plan included bed in low position and safety mats at bedside. Continued review revealed Resident #61 required assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) due to decreased mobility, multiple chronic disease processes, generalized weakness and Above the Knee Amputation (AKA) of the Left Leg. Further review revealed the resident had .Decreased vision related to: blind in left eye and poor vision in right eye. I do not wear glasses as they do not help me . Continued review revealed Resident #61 had cognitive loss present as evidenced by her short term memory loss. Medical record review of the Medication Administration Record, (MAR) for December 2017 revealed Resident #61 had an order dated 12/4/17 for Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen (pain medication) 5/325 milligrams (mg), one tablet by mouth three times daily (TID) as needed (PRN). Continued review revealed no hydrocodone pain medication was administered 12/4/17 through 12/9/17. Review of a witness statement signed by Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #10 dated Saturday, 9, 2017 revealed .[Resident #61] was in the bed .This morning, 12-9-2017 she complain[ed] that her knee was hurting .As I was changing her she complain[ed] of pain in her knee . Continued review of the witness statement revealed an addendum dated 12/9/17 at 8:21 PM and signed by the Director of Nursing [DON] and documented .CNA reported that nurse on 11 AM-7 PM shift was made aware around 5 AM of residents complaint of pain to right knee . Review of a witness statement signed by LPN #9 dated 12/9/17 included in the facility investigation revealed, .When I went in resident's room to give pain med [medication] for rt [right] leg that [CNA #10] told me she was hurting she mentioned that man dropped me .This occurred between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM on 12/9/17 . Medical record review of the Nurses' Notes for 12/9/17 revealed no documentation by LPN #9 regarding the voiced pain, a man had dropped her, any assessment of the resident for injuries, or any pain medication was administered. Review of a facility investigation and an interview conducted by LPN #2/Unit Manager with Resident #61 on 12/9/17 at 5:50 PM revealed .1. Can you tell me what happened? 'I fell out of bed and that man picked me up. I fell last night.' 2. Date and Time of day/night when the incident occurred? 'Last night.' 3. Who was involved? Give name and/or description of person(s). 'Tall boy, brown skinned, with uniform on.' 4. Were there witnesses? 'No.' 5. When did you report this incident? 'My leg hurt all day.' 6. Who did you report this incident to? 'I told a nurse.' 7. Is this the first time this incident or a similar incident has occurred? If no, explain: 'My leg hurt lady.' . Medical record review revealed a Physician's Telephone Order dated 12/9/17 at 12:30 PM revealed Stat [immediately] right knee x-ray due to swelling and pain . and signed by LPN #7. Medical record review of a Nurses' Note dated 12/9/17 at 12:43 PM by LPN #7 revealed .resident complain[ed] of R [right] knee pain stated she was drop[ped] by a man last night right knee noted to be swollen painful to touch or move MD [medical doctor] made aware order to have x-ray done and call him .will continue to monitor waiting on mobile x-ray to come to the facility for x-ray . Medical record review of a Social Service Note dated 12/13/17 revealed .SSD [Social Services Director] met with resident in room. Resident resting in bed with eyes open .Is HOH [Hard of Hearing] and suffers with vision problems which can make communication difficult at time, even when getting down at resident's level . Medical record review of a Social Service Note dated 12/13/17 revealed .SSD met with resident in room .Could be heard yelling out which is baseline for resident . Interview with LPN #7 on 1/31/18 at 7:55 AM on the 200 hall revealed she was passing medications the morning of 12/9/17 and she heard Resident #61 hollering out. Continued interview revealed the resident hollered out a lot but this was a different tone. Further interview revealed the LPN went to Resident #61's room to check on her and staff were getting the resident up in her geri-chair. Continued interview revealed Resident #61 said her leg hurt and that a man had dropped her. Surveyor asked What did her leg look like? and the LPN stated the resident's knee was swollen but no bruising, she had pain with movement. Continued interview revealed Once she was in her chair she was ok referring to Resident #61's pain level. The LPN stated she called the doctor and received an order for an x-ray. Further interview revealed it took a while for the mobile x-ray service to get to her. Continued interview revealed the mobile x-ray service came at the change of shift around 2:30 - 3:00 PM on 12/9/17. Telephone interview with LPN #9 on 1/31/18 at 10:18 AM revealed she worked the 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift which began on 12/8/17 and completed on the morning of 12/9/17. The Surveyor asked the LPN what she remembered about Resident #61 the morning of 12/9/17 and the LPN stated the resident complained of foot and leg pain frequently and then stated I gave her Tylenol that morning. Medical record review of Physician's Orders for December 2017 revealed there was no order for Tylenol. Medical record review of the hospital History and Physical dated 12/9/17 revealed Resident #61 .who was sent to ED [Emergency Department] this evening from her nursing facility for a suspicion of right femoral fracture . Continued review revealed Resident #61 had been admitted to this hospital in December 2016 for generalized weakness and again in November 2017 for an episode of coffee-ground emesis. Further review revealed .She is status post left AKA amputation presumably for peripheral vascular disease in the context of diabetes .She is immobile and is blind in the left eye and is significantly deaf .She seems reasonably comfortable, resting in bed, but does hurt when her left leg is manipulated .She has been apparently bed bound at the nursing home for at least the last year and it is not clear how she broke her right leg at this point . Telephone interview with CNA #10 on 1/31/18 at 11:08 AM revealed Resident #61 complained of leg pain in the early morning hours on 12/9/17 and he told LPN #9 and she went in to check on her. Interview with LPN #2 on 1/31/18 at 3:35 PM in the Restorative Nursing office revealed she went and assessed Resident #61. Continued interview revealed the resident told her that her leg was hurting. Surveyor asked What medication did (LPN #9) give to this resident? and LPN #2 stated there was nothing charted, we went back and did narcotic counts and nothing was given. Interview with the DON on 2/1/18 at 3:50 PM in the Assistant Director of Nursing office confirmed the facility failed to promptly notify the resident's Physician when the resident had a change of status. Further interview the DON confirmed the resident was not assessed appropriately after telling the nurse she fell. These failures resulted in pain due to Resident #61 not receiving pain medication and due to a delay in treatment of approximately 7 hours. Interview with the Administrator on 2/1/18 at 5:08 PM in the Assistant Director of Nursing's office, after reviewing Resident #61's care regarding the reporting of pain and no pain medication given, and regarding the neglect in the delay in reporting of a change in status in resident condition, stated You're not telling us anything we didn't know, that's why we fired them. (LPN #9, CNA #10). The surveyor verified the Allegation of Compliance by: 1. On 12/4/18 - 12/5/18 pain assessments were completed on all residents with no further residents being affected. 2. On 11/27/17 all staff were educated on Incidents, Accidents, Abuse, Reporting, Customer Service, and Quality of Care. 3. On 11/29/17 all staff were educated on Notification of Change and Condition. 4. On 11/27/17 all cognitively intact residents were interviewed regarding abuse with no concerns elicited. 5. On 11/27/17 all cognitively impaired residents underwent a head-to-toe skin assessment with no concerns apparent. 6. On 12/9/17 staff were educated on Transfers, ADLS (Activities of Daily Living), How to Care for Residents, Knowing Your Residents, Abuse, Neglect, Reporting all Resident Claims. 7. On 2/2/18 licensed staff were educated on Incomplete Data on MAR and TAR, and Duragesic Patch and Verification. 8. From 2/5/18 - 2/23/18 all staff were educated again on Abuse Policy and Procedure, Notification, and Reporting. 9. On 2/28/18 review of daily audits of resident observations for change in pain, change or decline in condition, assessment as indicated with physician and/or Nurse Practitioner notification, and follow-up revealed audits were completed with Charge Nurse and CNA assigned to each resident. 10. On 3/1/18 - 3/2/18 interview with staff members regarding education received on abuse, transfers, notification, knowing residents, reporting resident claims revealed they were able to discuss each topic. 11. On 3/2/18 observation of all residents with Fentanyl patches revealed all residents had patches in place with the date of application and dosage on each patch. Noncompliance continued at a scope and severity of D for monitoring the effectiveness of corrective actions and evaluation of monitoring by the Quality Assurance Committee. The facility is required to submit a plan of correction. Refer to F-580 Refer to F-600 Substandard Qualtiy of Care
CRITICAL (J)

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Deficiency F0697 (Tag F0697)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to manage or prevent pain to help residents attain or maintain the highest practicable level of well being for 3 residents (#24, #61, #32) of 29 residents reviewed for pain. This failure to manage pain effectively placed Resident #24, Resident #61, and Resident #32 in Immediate Jeopardy (a situation in which the provider's noncompliance with one or more requirements of participation has caused or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident). The Administrator was informed of the Immediate Jeopardy on 2/28/28 at 4:05 PM in the Administrator's office. F-697 is Substandard Quality of Care. An Acceptable Allegation of Compliance which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy was received and corrective actions were validated through review of documents, observations, and staff interviews conducted onsite on 3/2/18. The Immediate Jeopardy was effective from 11/21/17 through 2/23/18. The findings included: Review of facility policy, Pain Management, undated revealed .Pain is defined as an individual's unpleasant sensory or emotional experience. Acute pain is pain of abrupt onset or escalation. Chronic pain is pain that is persistent or recurrent. Pain is a highly subjective, personal experience for which there are no consistent objective biological markers .In the long-term care setting the comfort and well-being of the individual resident should always be paramount .Adequate pain management should be sought in each case .The same pain control measures that are used for residents who are able to communicate should be used for residents unable to communicate their pain due to dementia, aphasia or other causes . Medical record review revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Frequent Falls. Medical record review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 scored 9 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) indicating she was moderately cognitively impaired. Continued review of the MDS revealed Resident #24 required extensive assistance of 2 people for transfers and dressing; extensive assist of 1 person for grooming and bathing; and was always incontinent of bowel and bladder. Further review revealed Resident #24 was non-ambulatory; was placed in a wheelchair; and was unable to propel the wheelchair. Medical record review of Wound Care Notes dated 11/21/17 revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility with a Stage IV pressure ulcer (full thickness tissue loss with extensive destruction) to the right heel, measuring 1.2 centimeters (cm) x (by) 1.5 cm x 1.3 cm with undermining (deep tissue damage) of 2 cm at 11:00 (using the 11:00 o'clock position on a clock). Continued review of Nurses' Notes revealed Resident #24 went off-site to the Wound Clinic weekly for treatment of the pressure ulcers . Medical record review of Wound Clinic notes dated 11/21/17 revealed Resident #24 had a Stage III ulcer (full thickness loss to tissue) on the right heel longer than 9 months and the facility had been using Medihoney (wound care mixture) with minimal improvement. Further review revealed the pressure ulcer measures 0.9 centimeters (cm) x (by) 0.6 cm x 1.8 cm with red granulation in the wound bed. Medical record review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for 11/2017 revealed Resident #24 was ordered Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 325 milligrams (mg), give 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed. Medical record review of Nurses Notes dated 11/20/17 at 9:22 AM revealed Resident #24 complained of heel pain and was medicated with Tylenol 650 mg by LPN #3. Medical record review of the MAR for 11/2017 revealed no documentation of the Tylenol administration. Review of facility investigation dated 11/21/17 revealed Resident #24 went to the Wound Clinic. Continued review revealed when CNA #1 and CNA #17 were getting Resident #24 ready for her appointment, when she complained of leg pain. Further review revealed CNA #1 reported the resident's pain to LPN #9 who assessed the leg but took no action. Continued review revealed upon return the resident's knee appeared swollen with the knee cap leaned over. Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #3 reported her observations to the nurse. Further review revealed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #3 assessed the resident who complained of heel pain when questioned. Continued review revealed CNA #1 later transferred the resident who complained of leg pain; LPN #3 was notified a second time and assessed the resident, but did not observe excessive swelling to the leg. Medical record review of the MAR for 11/2017 revealed no documentation Tylenol was administered for the resident's complaint of pain. Review of facility investigation dated 11/27/17 revealed CNA #3 was showering the resident and noted the resident's right knee was swollen and the knee was not sitting straight up the way it was on 11/21/17. Continued review revealed CNA #5 informed LPN #5 of the swollen knee who agreed the knee was swollen and said she would have Physical Therapy look at it. Further review revealed LPN #5 observed the knee to be swollen, painful to move, and warm to touch, and notified the Charge Nurse (LPN #4). Continued review revealed LPN #4 assessed the right knee of Resident #24 and agreed it was swollen, warm, and painful and notified the physician who ordered transfer to the Emergency Department (ED). Further review of the facility investigation revealed the ED nurse called the facility to find out if the resident had fallen because she had a femur fracture. Review of the Emergency Department (ED) record dated 11/25/17 at 12:02 AM, revealed Resident #24 had a history of Dementia and was to be evaluated for right knee edema and pain. Continued review revealed a statement there was no trauma and the resident is non-ambulatory. Continued review revealed the resident suffered a .comminuted interarticulated displaced angulated distal femoral fracture extending into the knee joint .(fracture of femur into many parts and extending into the knee separating the surface of the bone into many parts) Review of the ED information sheet revealed .Elderly people typically have poor bone quality and a fall from a standing position can cause such a fracture. Symptoms of this type of fracture include pain with weightbearing; swelling and bruising; tenderness to touch; knee may look out of place and the leg may appear shorter and crooked . Medical record review of the Comprehensive Care Plan revealed an update on 11/24/17 with a problem of swelling of the right knee and painful to touch. Continued review revealed approaches included cool compresses as needed; administer pain medications; inform provider; and X-ray if ordered and inform provider of results. Telephone interview with LPN #9 on 1/31/18 at 10:35 AM revealed she had no idea Resident #24 had a fractured hip because no one had told her about it. Continued interview revealed Resident #24 had pressure ulcers on both heels and usually complained of heel pain. Further interview revealed when the resident complained of pain she assumed it was from the heel. Continued interview revealed the facility was unable to determine the cause for the fracture. Interview with CNA #3 on 1/31/18 at 2:30 PM on the 100 hall revealed when Resident #24 came back from the Wound Clinic her knee was swollen. Continued interview revealed she told the LPN #3 about the knee. Further interview revealed CNA #3 took Resident #24 to her room and put her into bed. Medical record review of the 11/2017 MAR revealed no documentation Tylenol was administered. Interview with CNA # 5 on 2/1/18 at 6:20 AM in the conference room revealed when Resident #24 came back from the Wound Clinic on 11/21/17, her legs looked different. Continued interview revealed she asked LPN #4 look at the resident's legs and the knee was turned inward and she complained of pain. Continued interview revealed LPN #5 said the resident's knee was not right and she would notify the Charge Nurse (LPN #4). Further interview revealed the LPN #5 asked Physical Therapy if they could help with positioning and the therapist stated not to bother doing anything because the leg didn't look right. Interview with CNA #1 on 2/1/18 at 6:35 AM in the conference room revealed Resident #24 had an appointment at the Wound Clinic on 11/21/17 at 7:45 AM and she asked a co-worker to help get the resident dressed and into a wheelchair for pickup. Continued interview revealed about 2:00 PM Resident #24 complained of leg pain and the LPN assessed the leg but found no concerns. Medical record review of the 11/2017 MAR revealed no documentation of Tylenol administration in spite of the resident complaining of pain. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 2/1/18 at 4:03 PM in her office revealed Resident #24 had a heel pressure ulcer which was treated at the off-site Wound Clinic. Continued interview revealed she complained of foot pain regularly. Further interview revealed the CNA notified the nurse of the knee swelling who thought a physical therapy consult was needed. Continued interview revealed when swelling was reported a second time the resident was transferred to the hopsital Emergency Department (ED) and the femur fracture was diagnosed. Continued interview revealed there was no conclusion as to the cause of the fracture. Further interview revealed the DON called the Wound Clinic to find out how the resident was transferred and interviewed CNA #2 who accompanied the resident to the appointment, finding out Resident #24 was transferred using a stand-pivot method. Continued interview with the DON confirmed Resident #24 did not receive appropriate pain management. Telephone interview with CNA #2 on 2/1/18 at 5:35 PM revealed there was no problem observed with the van ride or getting Resident #24 in and out of the clinic. Continued interview revealed once inside the (wound clinic) staff stood the resident up and eased her to the treatment bed; eased her legs onto the bed; and propped her right leg on a pillow. Interview with CNA #3 saw the knee upon return from the Wound Clinic and knew something was wrong and told both LPN #3 and LPN #4. Further interview revealed LPN #3 saw Resident #24 and decided there was nothing wrong. Continued interview revealed from 11/21/17 - 11/23/17 there was little documentation of observation of the resident's knee. In summary, Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a right heel Stage IV pressure ulcer. The resident had comorbidities of Diabetes Mellitus and Peripheral Vascular Disease. On 11/21/17 upon return from the Wound Clinic, CNA #3 noted the resident's right knee was swollen. The resident was complaining of pain in her legs; LPN #3 stated in interview she administered Tylenol; but she failed to document the administration. The CNAs stated they told the nurses about Resident #24's swollen knee and pain however, the nurses failed to document any assessment of the resident's knee and failed to document administration of pain medication. On 11/24/17 Nurses' Notes revealed the first documentation of the resident's knee being swollen, painful, and warm to touch. There is no documentation pain medication was administered for the knee when the resident complained of pain. The Physician was notified on 11/24/17 and Resident #24 was sent to the ED where a comminuted interarticulated displaced angulated distal femoral fracture extending into the knee joint was identified. The failure to administer pain medication when the CNAs notified the Nurses' the resident was complaining of pain constituted inadequate pain management for Resident #24. Medical record review revealed Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and 12/12/17 with diagnoses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Dementia, Left Above the Knee Amputation, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Depression and Anxiety. Continued review revealed the resident was discharged to the hospital on the evening of 12/9/17. An additional diagnosis of Right Femur Fracture was added on 12/12/17 when readmitted . Medical record review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #61 had a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of 1 indicating the resident was severely cognitively impaired. Further review revealed Resident #61 required extensive assistance with bed mobility and was total dependent for transfer, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene and bathing. Continued review revealed resident had a range of motion limitation in the upper and lower extremities on both sides. Further review revealed the resident received PRN (as needed) pain medication. Medical record review of a Care Plan dated 12/29/16 revealed Resident #61 was at risk for poor nutritional status related to diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Congestive heart Failure, Left Above the Knee Amputation and was considered Obese. Medical record review of a Care Plan dated 1/4/17 revealed Resident #61 was at risk for alteration in comfort related to a history of right leg pain, decreased mobility, and multiple chronic disease processes. Medical record review of the Medication Administration Record, (MAR) for December 2017 revealed Resident #61 had an order dated 12/4/17 for Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen (pain medication) 5/325 milligrams, one tablet by mouth three times daily prn. Continued review revealed no hydrocodone pain medication was administered 12/4/17 through 12/9/17. Continued review revealed there was no order for Tylenol. Review of a witness statement signed by CNA #10 dated Saturday, 9, 2017 revealed .(Resident #61) was in the bed .This morning, 12-9-2017 she complain[ed] her knee was hurting .As I was changing her she complain[ed] of pain in her knee . Continued review of the witness statement revealed an addendum dated 12/9/17 at 8:21 PM and signed by the DON who documented .CNA reported that nurse on 11:00 PM-7:00 AM was made aware around 5:00 AM of residents complaint of pain to right knee . Review of a witness statement signed by LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) #9 dated 12/9/17 included in the facility investigation revealed, .When I went in resident's room to give pain med [medication] for rt [right] leg that [CNA #10] told me she was hurting she mentioned that man dropped me .This occurred between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM on 12/9/17 . Review of a witness statement signed by LPN #7 dated 12/9/17 revealed .When passing AM [morning] meds [medications] resident was complaining her knee was hurting while they transferred her to her chair. After being in chair resident was calm. I ask her why she was yelling. She said that man drop[ped] her while putting her in bed. Resident then told [RN #2] the same thing about being drop[ped]. Resident calm and quiet while in chair, sleeping at intervals in chair. After lunch resident was put to bed and calm the rest of the shift waiting to be x-rayed . Medical record review of the Nurse Notes for 12/9/17 revealed no documentation by LPN #9 regarding voiced pain, that a man had dropped her, or that any pain medication was administered. Medical record review of a Physician's Telephone Order dated 12/9/17 at 12:30 PM revealed Stat [immediately] right knee x-ray due to swelling and pain . and signed by LPN #7. Medical record review of a Nurses' Note dated 12/9/17 at 12:43 PM by LPN #7 revealed .resident complain of R [right] knee pain stated she was drop[ped] by a man last night right knee noted to be swollen painful to touch or move MD [medical doctor] made aware order to have x-ray done and call him .will continue to monitor waiting on mobil x-ray to come to facility for x-ray . Medical record review of the hospital History and Physical to which Resident #61 was transferred to dated 12/9/17 revealed .The patient is a [AGE] year old lady who was sent to ED [Emergency Department] this evening from her nursing facility for a suspicion of right femoral fracture . Continued review revealed Resident #61 had been admitted to this hospital in December 2016 for generalized weakness and again in November 2017 for an episode of coffee-ground emesis. Further review revealed .She is status post left AKA amputation presumably for peripheral vascular disease in the context of diabetes .She is immobile and is blind in the left eye and is significantly deaf .She seems reasonably comfortable, resting in bed, but does hurt when her left leg is manipulated .She has been apparently bed bound at the nursing home for at least the last year and it is not clear how she broke her right leg at this point . Interview with LPN #7 on 1/31/18 at 7:55 AM on the 200 hall revealed she was passing medications the morning of 12/9/17 and she heard Resident #61 hollering out. Continued interview revealed the resident hollered out a lot but this was a different tone. Further interview revealed LPN #7 went to Resident #61's room to check on her and staff were getting the resident up in her geri-chair. Continued interview revealed Resident #61 said her leg hurt and that a man had dropped her. Surveyor asked What did her leg look like? and LPN stated the resident's knee was swollen but no bruising, she had pain with movement. Continued interview revealed Once she was in her chair she was ok referring to her pain level. LPN stated she called the doctor and received an order for an x-ray. Further interview revealed it took a while for the mobile x-ray to get to her. Continued interview revealed the mobile x-ray service came at the change of shift around 2:30 - 3:00 PM on 12/9/17. Telephone interview with LPN #9 on 1/31/18 at 10:18 AM by telephone revealed she worked the 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift which began on 12/8/17 and completed on the morning of 12/9/17. Surveyor asked LPN #9 what she remembered about Resident #61 the morning of 12/9/17 and LPN #9 stated the resident complained of foot and leg pain a lot and then stated I gave her Tylenol that morning. Medical record review of Physician Orders for December 2017 revealed there was no order for Tylenol. Telephone interview with CNA #10 on 1/31/18 at 11:08 AM by telephone revealed Resident #61 complained of leg pain in the early morning hours on 12/9/17 and he told LPN #9 and she went in to check on her. Interview with LPN #2 on 1/31/18 at 3:35 PM in the Restorative Nursing office revealed on 12/9/17 she went and assessed Resident #61. Continued interview revealed the resident told her that her leg was hurting. Surveyor asked What medication did [LPN #9] give to this resident? and LPN #2 stated there was nothing charted, we went back and did narcotic counts and nothing was given. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 2/1/18 at 3:50 PM in the Assistant Director of Nursing's (ADON) office, after discussion of Resident #61's complaint of being dropped and of knee pain, confirmed the facility did not follow their policy on administering pain medication when a resident reported to be in pain. Interview with the Administrator on 2/1/18 at 5:08 PM in the ADON's office, after reviewing Resident #61's care regarding the reporting of pain and no pain medication given, stated You're not telling us anything we didn't know, that's why we fired them. (LPN #9. CNA #10) Medical record review revealed Resident #32 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Iron Deficiency Anemia, Barrett's Esophagus, Dysphagia, Pressure Ulcer of Left Heel Stage 3, Pain in Left Hip, Muscle Weakness, Heart Failure. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #32 had a BIMS of 14 indicating he was cognitively intact. Medical record review of the MAR dated 1/2018 revealed for dates 1/23/18 thru 1/26/18 .Fentanyl [opioid] 12 MCG [Micrograms]/HR [Hour] Patch apply on epatch [one patch] every 3 days for apin [pain]. Rotate site . Was not documented as administered. Observation of Resident #32 on 1/31/18 at 12:20 PM in his room with the DON present revealed she performed as skin assessment. Continued observation revealed no Fentanyl Patch could be located on the resident. Resident #32 stated .I was wondering why my hip was hurting . Interview with LPN #1 on 1/31/18 at 12:25 PM in Resident #32's room, was interviewed on how staff was notified when to check placement of Fentanyl Patch. LPN #1 responded .The computer has a reminder that pops each shift . Interview with LPN #1 on 2/1/18 at 2:33 PM in the Medication room at the back nurses' station revealed Resident #32 needed another hard script to be faxed to pharmacy. I don't believe he got a Fentanyl Patch on that day. Interview with LPN #2 on 2/1/18 at 3:15 PM revealed the pharmacy was called on 1/31/18. The original order was faxed on 1/23/18. But MG (Milligrams) was placed on the order instead of MCG (Micrograms). Continued interview revealed Resident #32 did not have a Fentanyl Patch on and the order was refaxed on 1/31/18. Interview with the DON on 2/1/18 at 3:30 PM at the back nurses station confirmed the facility failed to ensure Resident #32 received his Fentanyl Patch (pain patch), which resulted in Resident #32 not receiving the Fentanyl patch for 10 days and the resident complaining of pain. The surveyor verified the Allegation of Compliance by: 1. On 12/4/18 - 12/5/18 pain assessments were completed on all residents with no further residents being affected and reviewed on 3/1/18. 2. On 2/2/18 licensed staff were educated on Incomplete Data on MAR and TAR, and Duragesic Patch and Verification. 3. On 2/28/18 review of daily audits of resident observations for change in pain, change or decline in condition, assessment as indicated with physician and/or Nurse Practitioner notification, and follow-up revealed audits were completed with Charge Nurse and CNA assigned to each resident. 4. On 3/2/18 observation of all residents with Fentanyl patches revealed patches were in place; dated with the date of placement; and dosage. 5. On 3/1/18 review of audits comparing pain medication ordered and its presence in the medication cart. 6. On 3/2/18 review of pain assessments revealed they were current on all residents. 7. On 3/1/18 - 3/2/18 interview with licensed staff members regarding Duragesic patches, placement, verification of dosage, ordering patches, and how to handle Pharmacy issues revealed they were aware of the correct procedures. Noncompliance continued at a scope and severity of D for monitoring the effectiveness of corrective actions and evaluation of monitoring by the Quality Assurance Committee. The facility is required to submit a plan of correction. Refer to F-580 Refer to F-600 Substandard Qualtiy of Care Refer F-641
CRITICAL (J)

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Medical Records (Tag F0842)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to accurately document administ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to accurately document administered medication on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for 3 Residents (#24, #61, #32) of 48 records reviewed. The facility's failure to accurately document and ensure medication was administered resulted in further pain and placed Resident #24, #61, and #32, in Immediate Jeopardy (a situation in which the provider's noncompliance with one or more requirements has caused, or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident). The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 2/28/18 at 4:05 PM in the Administrator's office. The Immediate Jeopardy was effective from 11/21/17 - 2/23/18. An Acceptable Allegation of Compliance which removed the Immediacy of teh Jeopardy was received and corrective actions were validated through review of documents, observation, and staff interivews conducted onsite on 3/2/18. The findings included: Review of facility policy, Medication: Controlled Drugs, revised 6/16/16 revealed .Records must be accurate and include: Name of the resident, Prescription number and name of issuing pharmacy, Drug name and strength, Medication form, Route of administration, Strength and dose administered, Date and time of administration, Signature of the person administering the drug . Medical record review revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], 12/27/17, and 1/15/18, with diagnoses including Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Diabetes Mellitus, and Frequent Falls. Medical record review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #24 scored 9 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) indicating she was moderately cognitively impaired. Continued review of the MDS revealed Resident #24 required extensive assistance of 2 people for transfers and dressing; extensive assist of 1 person for grooming and bathing; and was always incontinent of bowel and bladder. Further review revealed Resident #24 was non-ambulatory; was placed in a wheelchair; and was unable to propel the wheelchair. Medical record review of Wound Care Notes revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility with a Stage IV pressure ulcer (full thickness wound (where the wound extends below layers of healthy skin) to the right heel, measuring 1.2 centimeters (cm) x (by) 1.5 cm x 1.3 cm with undermining (undermining is wound beneath healthy tissue) of 2 cm at 11:00 (using a face of a clock showing 11:00 anatomically). Continued review of Nurses' Notes revealed Resident #24 went to the off-site Wound Clinic once weekly for treatment of the pressure ulcer. Medical record review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for 11/2017 revealed Resident #24 was ordered Acetaminophen 325 milligram (mg), give 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed (PRN) and Lortab 5/325 mg, give 0.5 tablet one hour before wound care. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated 11/20/17 at 9:22 AM revealed Resident #24 complained of heel pain and was medicated with Tylenol 650 mg by LPN #9. Medical record review of the MAR for 11/2017 revealed no documentation of the Tylenol administration. Review of a facility investigation dated 11/21/17 revealed Resident #24 went to the Wound Clinic for treatment to her heels. Continued review revealed when CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) #1 and CNA #17 were getting the resident ready for her appointment she complained of leg pain. Further review revealed CNA #1 notified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #9 of the pain and slight swelling and LPN #9 assessed Resident #24. Continued review revealed upon return the resident's knee appeared swollen with the knee cap leaned over. CNA #3 reported her observations to LPN #3. Further review revealed LPN #3 assessed the resident who complained of heel pain when questioned. Continued review revealed CNA #1 later transferred the resident who complained of leg pain; LPN #3 was notified and assessed the resident, but did not observe excessive swelling to the leg. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated 11/21/17 revealed no documentation of an assessment of the resident's knee by either LPN #9 or LPN #3. Medical record review of the MAR for 11/2017 revealed no documentation Tylenol was administered for the resident's complaint of pain. Interview with CNA #1 on 2/1/18 at 6:35 AM in the conference room revealed Resident #24 had an appointment at the Wound Clinic on 11/21/17 and she asked a co-worker to help get the resident dressed and into a wheelchair for pickup. Continued interview revealed about 2:00 PM Resident #24 complained of leg pain and the nurse assessed the leg but found no concerns. Medical record review of the 11/2017 MAR revealed no documentation of Tylenol administration in spite of the resident complaining of severe pain. Medical record review of Nurses' Notes dated 11/21/17 revealed no documentation LPN #5 assessed the resident's knee. Interview with the DON on 2/1/18 at 4:03 PM in her office revealed Resident #24 confirmed there was no documentation of any assessments by the LPNs regarding Resident #24's pain level and status of the knee. Medical record review revealed Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and 12/12/17 with diagnoses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Dementia, Left Above the Knee Amputation, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Depression and Anxiety. Continued review revealed the resident was discharged to the hospital on the evening of 12/9/17. An additional diagnoses for Right Femur Fracture was added on 12/12/17 when readmitted . Medical record of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #61 had a BIMS score of 1 indicating the resident was not cognitively intact. Continued review revealed the resident had clear speech with distinct intelligible words, made herself understood and understands with clear comprehension. Further review revealed Resident #61 required extensive assistance with bed mobility and was totally dependent for transfer, dressing, toilet use, personal hygiene and bathing. Continued review revealed the resident had a range of motion limitation in the upper and lower extremities on both sides. Further review revealed the resident received PRN (as needed) pain medication. Medical record review of the MAR for December 2017 revealed Resident #61 had an order dated 12/4/17 for Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen 5/325 milligrams, one tablet by mouth three times daily prn (as needed). Continued review revealed no Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen pain medication was administered 12/4/17 through 12/9/17. Review of a witness statement signed by CNA #10 dated Saturday, 9, 2017, revealed .[Resident #61] was in the bed .This morning, 12-9-2017 she complained that her knee was hurting .As I was changing her she complained of pain in her knee . Continued review of the witness statement revealed an addendum dated 12/9/17 at 8:21 PM signed by the DON and documented .CNA reported that nurse on 11-7 was made aware around 5 AM of residents complaint of pain to right knee . Review of a witness statement signed by LPN #9 dated 12/9/17 included in the facility investigation revealed, .When I went in resident's room to give pain med [medication] for rt [right] leg that [CNA #10] told me she was hurting she mentioned that man dropped me .This occurred between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM on 12/9/17 . Review of an interview conducted by LPN #2/Unit Manager with Resident #61 on 12/9/17 at 5:50 PM revealed .1. Can you tell me what happened? 'I fell out of bed and that man picked me up. I fell last night.' 2. Date and Time of day/night when the incident occurred? 'Last night.' 3. Who was involved? Give name and/or description of person(s). 'Tall boy, brown skinned, with uniform on.' Were there witnesses? 'No.' 5. When did you report this incident? 'My leg hurt all day.' 6. Who did you report this incident to? 'I told a nurse.' 7. Is this the first time this incident or a similar incident has occurred? If no, explain: 'My leg hurt lady.' . Medical record review of the Nurses' Notes for 12/9/17 revealed no documentation by LPN #9 regarding the voiced pain, that a man had dropped her, or that any pain medication was administered. Medical record review revealed a Physician's Telephone Order dated 12/9/17 at 12:30 PM Stat [immediately] right knee x-ray due to swelling and pain . and signed by LPN #7. Medical record review of a Nurses' Note dated 12/9/17 at 12:43 PM by LPN #7 revealed .resident complain[ed] of R [right] knee pain stated she was drop[ped] by a man last night right knee noted to be swollen painful to touch or move MD [Medical Doctor] made aware order to have x-ray done and call him .will continue to monitor waiting on mobileex [mobile x-ray] to come to facility for x-ray . Interview with LPN #9 on 1/31/18 at 10:18 AM by telephone revealed she worked the 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift which began on 12/8/17 and completed on the morning of 12/9/17. Surveyor asked LPN what she remembered about Resident #61 the morning of 12/9/17 and LPN stated the resident complained of foot/leg pain a lot and then stated I gave her Tylenol that morning. Medical record review of the Physician's Orders for December 2017 revealed there was no order for Tylenol. Interview with CNA #10 on 1/31/18 at 11:08 AM by telephone revealed Resident #61 complained of leg pain in the early morning hours on 12/9/17 and he told LPN #9 and she went in to check on her. Interview with LPN #2 on 1/31/18 at 3:35 PM in the Restorative Nursing office revealed she came to the facility on [DATE] about dusk dark and she went and assessed Resident #61 upon arrival. Continued interview revealed the resident told her that her leg was hurting. Surveyor asked What medication did (LPN #9) give to this resident? and LPN #2 stated there was nothing charted, we went back and did narcotic counts and nothing was given. Interview with the DON on 2/1/18 at 3:50 PM in the Assistant Director of Nursing office, after discussion of Resident #61's complaint of being dropped and of knee pain, confirmed the facility failed to follow their policy on administering and documenting pain medication. Medical record review revealed Resident #32 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Iron Deficiency Anemia, Barrett's Esophagus, Dysphagia, Pressure Ulcer of Left Heel Stage 3, Pain in Left Hip, Muscle Weakness, and Heart Failure. Medical record review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #32 had a Brief Interview Mental Status (BIMS) of 14 indicating he was cognitively intact. Medical record review of the MAR dated 1/2018 revealed .Fentanyl [pain patch/opiod] 12 mcg [micrograms]/HR [Hour] apply one patch every 3 days for apin [pain]. Rotate site . Further review revealed the medication was not administered as ordered on 1/23/18, 1/26/18, and 1/29/18. Continued review revealed the medication placement was not checked as ordered on 1/23/18, 1/26/18, and 1/29/18. Interview with the resident in the resident's room revealed the resident stated no wonder I was hurting. Medical record review of the 1/2018 MAR revealed .Hydrocodon [Hydrocodone]-Acetaminophen 5-325 [opioid] - one tab PO [by mouth] every 8 hours for pain . Further review revealed the medication was not administered as ordered on 1/21/18, 1/22/18, and 1/23/18. Medical record review of the Controlled Drug Record dated 1/12/18 revealed .Hydrocod-Acetamin [sic] 5 mg- 325 mg 1 TAB by Mouth Three times Daily . Further review revealed the medication was signed out on the dates 1/21/18 at 9:00 PM, 1/22/18 at 2:00 PM, and 1/23/18 at 6:00 AM. Interview with Registered Nurse #2/Unit Manager on 2/1/18 at 3:47 PM in his office revealed there were some issues with the computer and the Electronic Medication Administration Record [EMAR] has to be checked for completion. Continued interview confirmed the documented medication was not given in order to clear the EMAR. Interview with Director of Nursing (DON) on 2/1/18 at 4:00 PM in her office revealed the computer screen would lock up for the incoming Nurse if the previous Nurse did not complete documentation for administration. Continued interview revealed RN #2 had management access and inaccurately documented the narcotics were not administered to Resident #32. This inaccuracy could result in a potential for Resident #32 to recieve the drug twice. The Surveyor verified the Allegation of Compliance by: 1. On 11/27/17 the on-call Nurse who failed to notify the DON of the incident for 3 days was in-serviced on timely reporting and quality of care. 2. On 11/27/17 all staff were educated on Incidents, Accidents, Abuse, Reporting, Customer Service, and Quality of Care. 3. On 11/27/17 all cognitively impaired residents underwent a head-to-toe skin assessment with no concerns apparent. 4. On 11/27/17 all cognitively intact residents were interviewed regarding abuse with no concerns elicited. 5. On 11/29/17 all staff were educated on Notification of Change and Condition. 6. On 12/9/17 staff were educated on Transfers, ADLS (Activities of Daily Living), How to Care for Residents, Knowing Your Residents, Abuse, Neglect, and Reporting all Resident Claims. 7. On 2/2/18 licensed staff were educated on Incomplete Data on the Medication Administration Records and Treatment Administration Records. 8. From 2/5/18 - 2/23/18 all staff were educated again on the Abuse Policy and Procedure, notification, and Reporting. 9. Review of daily audits of resident observations for change in pain, change or decline in condition, assessment as indicated with Physician and/or Nurse Practitioner notification, and follow-up revealed audits were completed with Licensed Staff and CNAs assigned to each resident. 10. Interview with staff members regarding education received on abuse, transfers, notification, knowing residents, reporting resident claims and they were able to discuss each. Noncompliance continued at a scope and severity of D for monitoring the effectiveness of corrective actions and evaluation of monitoring by the Quality Assurance Committee. The facility is required to submit a plan of correction. Refer to F580 Refer to F-600 Substandard Quality of Care Refer to F-641 Refer to F-697 Substandard of Quality Care
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0602 (Tag F0602)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to prevent misappropriation for 1 ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to prevent misappropriation for 1 Resident #74 of 49 residents reviewed. Findings include: Review of facility policy, Abuse Prevention Policy and Procedure, revised 10/01/17 revealed, The facility shall not condone .any acts of misappropriation of resident property by any staff member, other residents .It is the policy of this facility .to protect the residents from misappropriation of property .preventive steps will be taken to reduce the potential for such occurrences . Medical record review revealed Resident #74 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Hemiplegia, Affecting Left Non-Dominant Side, Muscle Weakness, Bipolar ll Disorder, Vascular Dementia, Contracture Left Hand, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Dementia with Behavioral disturbance, Major Depression Disorder, Psychosis, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Psychoactive Substance Dependence, Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depressed Mood. Medical record review of a Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview of Mental Status Score (BIMS) of 15, indicating the resident was cognitively intact. Medical record review of the facility investigation dated 9/10/17 at 10:30 AM revealed the resident was missing cigarettes on 9/10/17. Medical record review of a facility investigation and interview with the accused staff member by the Manager on Duty on 9/10/17 revealed the accused staff member denied taking the cigarettes at first but later admitted he did take them. Medical record review of a facility investigation and a statement by the accused staff member dated 9/10/17 revealed he used the resident's cigarettes because he was running late that morning and couldn't stop to get any. Medical record review of a Personnel Consultation Form dated 9/10/17 revealed the staff was questioned regarding the missing cigarettes and he denied the allegation but later admitted to inappropriately using the resident's cigarettes. The staff member was immediately removed from the facility and later terminated due to the investigation findings. Interview with the Activity Aide on 1/30/17 at 9:48 AM in the Activity Room revealed she heard a rumor that someone had seen the staff member take the cigarettes but she didn't see him take anything. Further interview revealed the cigarettes stay locked up in the medication storage room in a lock box until smoke time. Continued interview revealed on this day the smoking aprons were hanging at the door of the medication storage room with the cigarettes in them, because it was the smoking time and the staff was going to take the residents out to smoke. Interview revealed the cigarettes were there when taken out of the lock box and put in the aprons, because the Activity Aide and another staff counted them. Interview with the Director of Nursing on 2/1/18 at 3:37 PM in the hallway outside her office confirmed the facility failed to prevent misappropriation of property for Resident #74.
CONCERN (D)

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

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to report allegations of abuse within the 2 hour time frame as...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to report allegations of abuse within the 2 hour time frame as required by the State Agency for 4 residents (#64, #167, #75, #93) of 12 residents reviewed. Findings include: Medical record review revealed Resident #64 was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Vascular Dementia, Gastrostomy, Feeding Difficulties, Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood, Contracture of Left Arm, Elbow, Wrist and Hand, Dysphagia, Abnormal Posture, Gastrostomy, Hemiplegia affecting the Left Side and Cerebral Infarction. Resident #167 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], readmitted on [DATE], and discharged on 9/28/17 with diagnoses including Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Disturbances, Hemiplegia affecting the left non-dominant side, Type 2 Diabetes, Psychosis, Anxiety Disorder and Contracture of the Left Hand, Forearm and Shoulder. Medical record review of the Nurses' Notes dated 9/28/17 at 6:06 PM revealed Resident #64 was struck by Resident #167 in his chest and arm. Medical record review of the facility investigation revealed the allegation of abuse was reported to the State Agency on 9/29/17 at 1:35 PM. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 2/1/18 at 3:35 PM in the hallway outside her office confirmed the facility failed to report the allegation of abuse within the 2 hour time frame as required by Federal Regulations for Resident #64 and #167. Review of a facility investigation dated 12/24/17 at 6:57 PM by Registered Nurse (RN) #4 revealed Resident #75 hit Resident #93 on 12/24/17 at 3:30 PM in the dining room and was unwitnessed. Continued review revealed the Physician was notified at 3:35 PM and the family was notified at 3:40 PM. Medical record review of Departmental Notes for Resident #93 dated 12/24/17 at 3:23 PM by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #3 revealed, .Resident has (had) verbal altication [altercation] with another resident . Interview with LPN #3 on 1/30/18 at 3:00 PM in the staff development room when asked what time the altercation occurred, LPN #3 stated, Church service starts at 2:00 PM and goes for an hour or hour and fifteen minutes, so around 3:00 PM or a little after. Review of a Reportable Event Form dated 12/24/17 and completed by the DON revealed Resident #75 hit Resident #93 at 4:00 PM in the dining room. Continued review revealed an X was placed in the box next to Physical Abuse of Patient/Resident. Continued review revealed the form was faxed on 12/24/17 at 18:15 [6:15 PM] to the State Agency. Interview with the DON on 1/30/18 at 3:20 PM in the Staff Development room confirmed the time of the resident to resident altercation between Resident #75 and Resident #93 was closer to 3:00 PM or 3:15 PM. Continued interview with the DON confirmed the facility failed to report allegations of abuse to the SA within the required 2 hour time frame.
CONCERN (D)

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

Comprehensive Assessments (Tag F0636)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to complete the comprehensive assessment within the regulatory...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to complete the comprehensive assessment within the regulatory timeframe for 2 residents (#2, #13) of 6 Minimum Data Set assessments reviewed. The findings included: Medical record review of the the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] for Resident #2 revealed the assessment had been rejected and not resubmitted with corrections. Medical record review of the Annual MDS for Resident #13 revealed it was due 12/19/17. Further review revealed the assessment was incomplete and had not been submitted. Interview on 2/1/18 at 5:46 PM with the MDS Coordinator in her office revealed some MDS assessments were submitted late due to change in personnel. The MDS Coordinator confirmed the MDS for Residents #2 and #13 were not completed within the 14-day required timeframe.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0642 (Tag F0642)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to sign the comprehensive assessment certifying the completion...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to sign the comprehensive assessment certifying the completion for 2 residents (#4, #14) of 6 resident assessments reviewed. The findings included: Medical record review revealed Resident #4 died in the facility on [DATE]. Further review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for Resident #4 revealed the assessment was signed [DATE]. Medical record review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] for Resident #14 revealed it was signed [DATE]. Interview on [DATE] at 5:46 PM with the MDS Coordinator in her office revealed some MDS's were submitted late due to change in personnel. The MDS Coordinator confirmed the MDS for Residents #4 and #14 were signed after the 14-day required timeframe.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0657 (Tag F0657)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to revise the comprehensive care plan for entera...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to revise the comprehensive care plan for enteral feeding (food enterd into the stomach by a tube) for 1 Resident (#20) of 29 residents reviewed. Findings include: Medical record review revealed Resident #20 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Gastrostomy tube (G-tube) (surgically placed in the stomach) status post, Dysphagia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Depression. Medical record review of a Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired and was rarely/never understood with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 2. Observation of Resident #20 on 1/29/18 at 9:46 AM in the resident's room revealed he was receiving enteral feedings per the G-tube. Observation on 1/30/18 at 7:21 AM in the revealed the Resident #20 was awake with tube feeding infusing at 60 cc/hr [cubic centimeters per hour] per the G-tube. Medical record review of Physician Orders dated 1/15/18 revealed, .Give Osmolite [enteral feeding for nourishment] 1.2 @ [at] 60 cc/hr X [times] 22 hours Daily . Medical record review of the Comprehensive Care Plan dated 1/12/18 revealed a problem of .I am a Tube feeder . Approaches dated 1/13/18 revealed .Note Tube feeding orders--NSG [nursing] . Interview with the Director of Nursing on 1/31/18 at 4:08 PM in the conference room confirmed the facility failed to revise the Comprehensive Care Plan related to Resident #20's G-tube with individualized interventions.
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 review of a Lippincott Manual, review of facility policy, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facili...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of a Lippincott Manual, review of facility policy, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered according to professional standards and the facility policy for 1 resident (#267) of 9 residents reviewed receiving respiratory treatments. The findings included: Review of the Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice, 10th Edition 2014, Administering Nebulizer Therapy, revealed .Auscultate breath sounds, monitor the heart rate before and after treatment .Instruct the patient to exhale .Tell the patient to take in a deep breath from the mouthpiece; hold breath briefly; then exhale .Observe expansion of chest to ascertain patient is taking deep breaths .Instruct patient to breathe deeply and slowly until all the medication is nebulized .On completion of the treatment encourage the patient to cough after taking several deep breaths . Review of facility policy, undated, Procedure for Nebulizer (Hand-Held) Treatment, revealed .Treatment lasts between 10 to 15 minutes. During the treatment, monitor the pulse. If the pulse increases to more than 20 beats a minute, discontinue the treatment and notify physician. Otherwise, continue until the medication is used up . Medical record review revealed Resident #267 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Adult Failure to Thrive, Hypertension, Cirrhosis of Liver, Late Syphilitic Neuropathy, Anemia and Dependence on Renal Dialysis. Medical record review of Physician's Orders dated 1/24/18 revealed Iprat-Albut [breathing medication] 0.5-3[2.5] mg [milligrams]/3 ml [milliliters] give inhalations every 4 hrs [hours] PRN [as needed] SOB [shortness of breath] . Medical record review of Physician's Orders revealed no order for the resident to self-administer medications. Observation of Resident #267 on 1/29/18 at 10:01 AM revealed the resident sitting upright in bed with a nebulizer mask in place receiving a breathing treatment. Continued observation revealed a nurse was not in the resident's room. Observation of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) # 3 on 1/29/18 from 10:02 AM to 10:09 AM revealed LPN #3 standing at the medication cart in the hall near Resident #267's room but out of view of Resident #267. Interview with LPN #3 on 1/29/18 at 10:10 AM at the medication cart revealed the surveyor asked if Resident #267 was care planned for self-medication and LPN #3 stated No. Surveyor asked When did you start his breathing treatment? and LPN #3 stated Just a few minutes ago, that is the reason I am standing here. I admit I was wrong, that is not code. Interview with LPN #3 confirmed she failed to remain with Resident #267 as the nebulizer treatment was administered.
CONCERN (D)

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

Tube Feeding (Tag F0693)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to administer enteral feedings (liquid feedings ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to administer enteral feedings (liquid feedings through tube to stomach) as ordered and failed to maintain patency of the gastrostomy tube (tube inserted in stomach) for 1 Resident (#20) of 5 residents reviewed with enteral feedings. Findings include: Medical record review revealed Resident #20 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Gastrostomy (G-tube), Dysphagia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Depression. Medical record review of a Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 2 indicating the resident was severely cognitively impaired and was rarely/never understood. Medical record review of a Physician's Order dated 1/15/18 revealed, .Give Osmolite [enteral feeding for nourishment] 1.2 @ [at] 60 cc/hr X [cubic centimeters per hour times] 22 hours daily . Observation on 1/30/18 at 7:21 AM in the resident's room revealed the resident was awake with tube feeding infusing at 60 cc/hr [cubic centimeters per hour] per the G-tube. Observation on 1/31/18 between 12:48 PM and 1:26 PM in Resident #20's room revealed Osmolite 1.2 was hanging and attached to the resident's G-Tube. Continued observation revealed the feeding pump was beeping quietly with hold displayed on the pump screen. Continued observation revealed Registered Nurse (RN) #3 entered the room at 1:26 PM and turned the pump back on to infuse at 60 cc/hr. Interview with RN #3 on 1/31/18 at 1:27 PM in the 200 hall was asked why the feeding tube pump had been beeping and how long it had been on Hold. The RN stated, I was walking by and heard the pump beeping but I'm not sure if the setting is correct so I'm going to ask her nurse to check on it. Observation on 1/31/18 at 1:30 PM in the resident's room revealed RN #2 and Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #3 repositioned Resident #20 onto his back and the RN began to auscultate bowel sounds on the resident's abdomen with a stethoscope. Continued observation revealed the clamp on the gastrostomy tube was closed. While the nurse was preparing to check for residual (amount of fluid in the stomach) and flush the G-tube, the feeding pump began to beep again and hold was displayed on the screen. Continued observation revealed RN #2 added 30 cc of water to a syringe to flush the G-tube by gravity and realized the tube was clamped. Continued observation revealed the RN unclamped the tube and tried to flush tube by gravity and was unsuccessful. Further observation revealed the RN continued to strip (squeeze the tube in a downward motion) the tubing for 3-4 minutes when the tube cleared and the water infused by gravity through the G-tube. Interview with RN #2 on 1/31/18 at 1:40 PM in Resident #20's room was asked how long the tube had been clogged and stated, I'm not sure. I will have to check when the last time medications were given, or maybe the tube was clamped while changing his gown or repositioning him. Interview with CNA #7 on 1/31/18 at 1:52 PM in the doorway of the Resident #20's room revealed she had provided AM care for the resident at 11:30 AM. Continued interview revealed, I gave him a complete bath, changed his clothes and everything. I would have gotten him up in the chair but the lift battery was dead, so I just now got him in the chair. Continued interview revealed the CNA was asked if she had assistance bathing the resident and stated, No, I did him by myself. Further interview revealed when asked how she got his T shirt on with all the tubes CNA #7 stated, I put the pump on hold, clamped the tube and changed him. Then I turned the pump back on. Further interview confirmed the CNA had not been back in the room until 1:45 PM when she and another CNA used the lift to place the resident in the geri-chair. Interview with RN #2 on 1/31/18 at 2:02 PM on the 100 hallway when asked if he determined how the resident's tube was clamped stated, No, I discussed it with the Director of Nursing (DON) and she said the same thing as me, that maybe it got clamped during AM care or repositioning. Continued interview revealed the RN was asked if CNAs were trained to clamp G-tubes or place feeding pumps on hold and he stated, Absolutely not. Interview with the DON on 1/31/18 at 3:25 PM in the conference room revealed the DON stated the facility had no policy/procedure in place for care of G-tubes and used standard of care procedures. Continued interview revealed when asked if CNAs were trained to clamp feeding tubes and turn feeding pumps on and off the DON stated, No they are not. I'm going to start the education today. If they need help during care of the resident with the tube, they need to go get the nurse. Continued interview confirmed the facility failed to maintain patency of Resident #20's G-tube.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0744 (Tag F0744)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to develop an individualized care plan with interventions to a...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to develop an individualized care plan with interventions to address the care and treatment of Dementia for 1 Resident (#94) of 48 residents reviewed. The findings included: Medical record review revealed Resident #94 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Encephalopathy, Dementia without Behavioral Disturbance, Cognitive Communication Deficit and Altered Mental Status. Medical record review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] and the 30 day MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #94 had an active diagnosis of Dementia. Medical record review of the Care Plan dated 12/12/17 failed to reflect the resident had dementia, nor did it include any individualized interventions to maintain highest practicable well being. Interview on 2/1/18 at 1:35 PM with the Director of Nursing at the Front Nurses' Station confirmed the facility failed to develop a Care Plan to address the care and treatment for Resident #94 with a diagnosis of Dementia. The facility also failed to address appropriate treatment and services for Resident #94 with a diagnosis of Dementia.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0761 (Tag F0761)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to safely store home medications for 1 Resident ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to safely store home medications for 1 Resident (#218) of 29 residents reviewed, and failed to ensure medication was properly stored for 1 of 4 medication carts observed. Findings include: Medical record review revealed Resident #218 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Type II Diabetes Mellitus, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Constipation. Observation with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #3 on 1/31/18 at 11:00 AM in the resident's room revealed the CNA was looking in the resident's bedside table and opened the second drawer. Continued observation revealed the following medications inside a plastic hospital belongings bag: Azelastine Nasal Spray (Antihistamine used for allergy symptoms) 0.1% (137 mcg [micrograms] per spray) 0.15%/ (per) 30 ml bid (milliliters twice daily) 1 spray. The label was dated 1/21/18 and had the name of the hospital the resident was recently admitted from on it. Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray (Steroid used for allergy symptoms) 50 mcg per spray bid 1 spray. The label was dated 1/21/18 and had the name of the hospital the resident was recently admitted from on it. Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #7 on 1/31/18 at 11:15 AM at the Nurses' Station when asked if Resident #218's medications were to be stored at the bedside revealed LPN #7 stated. No. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 1/31/18 at 11:17 AM at the Nurses' Station revealed there was no facility policy regarding storage of home medications. Continued interview confirmed Resident #218 was not care planned nor did they have a Physician's order for self administration of medications or storage of medications at the bedside. Further interview with the DON confirmed the facility failed to safely store home medications for Resident #218. Observation of a medication cart on 1/31/18 at 1:05 PM in the hall across from the DON's office revealed 2 blister packs of Memantine (medication used to treat Dementia) sitting on the medication cart unattended. Continued observation revealed a resident self propelling in a wheelchair down the hall past the medication cart with the medication sitting on top. Observation of the medication cart on 1/31/18 at 1:10 PM in the hall across from the DON's office with the Administrator and the DON present revealed 2 blister packs of Memantine, one with 1 pill in it and another with 4 pills in it. Interview with the DON and the Administrator confirmed it was not facility policy to leave medication out unattended. The DON and Administrator confirmed the facility failed to safely store medication.
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0727 (Tag F0727)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide Registered Nurse staffing at least 8 hours, 7 days a week for 5 days of 92 days reviewed. The findings included: Review of the facil...

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Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide Registered Nurse staffing at least 8 hours, 7 days a week for 5 days of 92 days reviewed. The findings included: Review of the facility staffing records dated daily for November 2017 through January 2018 revealed no Registered Nurse coverage for the dates of 11/11/17, 11/18/17, 11/25/17, 1/6/18, and 1/7/18. Interview with the Director of Nursing on 1/31/18 at 4:05 PM in the conference room confirmed the facility failed to provide Registered Nurse coverage for 5 days during the months of November 2017 through January 2018.
CONCERN (F)

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

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a sanitary environment in the dietary department and failed to maintain the dietary equipment in a clean and sanitary manner affecti...

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Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a sanitary environment in the dietary department and failed to maintain the dietary equipment in a clean and sanitary manner affecting 114 out of 119 residents. The findings included: Observation in the dietary department on 1/29/18 at 11:55 AM, with the Dietary Manager present, revealed a window unit air conditioner on the back wall of the dietary department, just to the right of the gas stove, without a cover and a filter. Continued observation revealed the window unit air conditioner was approximately 5 to 6 feet from the floor level and a table for food preparation was under the air conditioner unit. Further observation revealed a dietary staff member was preparing salads and sandwiches at this table. Continued observation revealed the air conditioner unit had accumulated brown and black debris and was blowing cold air into the area where food was being prepared. Interview with the Dietary Manager on 1/29/18 at 11:56 AM in the dietary department confirmed the facility failed to maintain the dietary department in a sanitary manner by allowing the air conditioner without a filter and a cover and with accumulated brown and black debris to blow onto the food preparation area. Observation on 1/29/18 at 2:38 PM in the dietary department, with the Dietary Manager present revealed 5 of 10 full sheet cake pans on the drying rack and ready for use with dried brown and tan debris on the inside perimeter of the pans. Interview with the Dietary Manager on 1/29/18 at 2:40 PM in the dietary department confirmed the facility failed to maintain the dietary equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

  • "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
  • "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
  • "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
Concerns
  • • Multiple safety concerns identified: 5 life-threatening violation(s). Review inspection reports carefully.
  • • 35 deficiencies on record, including 5 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
  • • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
Bottom line: This facility has 5 Immediate Jeopardy findings. Serious concerns require careful evaluation.

About This Facility

What is Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Tennessee, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.

How is Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center Staffed?

CMS rates WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 52%, compared to the Tennessee average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 76%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.

What Have Inspectors Found at Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center?

State health inspectors documented 35 deficiencies at WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2018 to 2024. These included: 5 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 30 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.

Who Owns and Operates Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center?

WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by AHAVA HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 127 certified beds and approximately 104 residents (about 82% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in WHITES CREEK, Tennessee.

How Does Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (52%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the below-average staffing rating.

Is Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 5 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Tennessee. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.

Do Nurses at Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center Stick Around?

WHITES CREEK WELLNESS AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 52%, which is 6 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 46%. Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.

Was Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center Ever Fined?

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

Is Whites Creek Wellness And Rehabilitation Center on Any Federal Watch List?

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