CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER

1106 GOLFVIEW, RICHMOND, TX 77469 (281) 344-9191
For profit - Limited Liability company 158 Beds THE ENSIGN GROUP Data: November 2025 4 Immediate Jeopardy citations
Trust Grade
2/100
#427 of 1168 in TX
Last Inspection: May 2025

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

Overview

Cambridge Health and Rehabilitation Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the quality of care provided. Ranking #427 out of 1168 facilities in Texas places it in the top half, and #4 out of 15 in Fort Bend County suggests only three local homes are rated higher. The facility's situation appears stable, with 5 issues reported consistently over the last two years. While staffing is relatively strong with a 3/5 rating and a turnover rate of 42%, the overall health inspection score is concerning at 2/5, pointing to below-average performance in critical areas. Notably, there have been serious incidents, including failures to provide timely CPR for a resident who was found unresponsive and inadequate management of severe pressure ulcers that led to hospitalization and serious infections.

Trust Score
F
2/100
In Texas
#427/1168
Top 36%
Safety Record
High Risk
Review needed
Inspections
Holding Steady
5 → 5 violations
Staff Stability
○ Average
42% turnover. Near Texas's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
Penalties
○ Average
$68,342 in fines. Higher than 56% of Texas facilities. Some compliance issues.
Skilled Nurses
○ Average
Each resident gets 35 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Texas. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
Violations
⚠ Watch
19 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★★★☆☆
3.0
Overall Rating
★★★☆☆
3.0
Staff Levels
★★★★★
5.0
Care Quality
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2024: 5 issues
2025: 5 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record
  • Staff turnover below average (42%)

    6 points below Texas average of 48%

Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.

The Bad

3-Star Overall Rating

Near Texas average (2.8)

Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities

Staff Turnover: 42%

Near Texas avg (46%)

Typical for the industry

Federal Fines: $68,342

Well above median ($33,413)

Moderate penalties - review what triggered them

Chain: THE ENSIGN GROUP

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

The Ugly 19 deficiencies on record

4 life-threatening 1 actual harm
May 2025 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

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

Pharmacy Services (Tag F0755)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services including procedure...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services including procedures that assure the accurate acquiring, receiving, dispensing, and administering of all drugs and biologicals to meet the needs of each resident for one (Resident #21) of 23 residents reviewed for pharmacy services. The facility failed to ensure MA A administered the medication Sevelamer Carbonate (a Phosphate binding medication to control Phosphorus levels for hemodialysis patients) with a meal to Resident #21 as ordered by the resident's physician. This failure to provide medications as ordered could lead to residents not receiving the care they require to reach their highest physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Findings included: Review of Resident #21's admission face sheet undated reflected he was a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE]. His diagnoses included end stage renal disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease. Record review of Resident # 21's quarter MDS (a standardized assessment tool used to evaluate a residents functional, medical, psychosocial and cognitive status) dated 03/18/2025 indicated a BIMS ( a brief cognitive screening that focuses on orientation and short-term word recall) score of 6 reflecting moderate cognitive impairment. The MDS indicated that Resident # 21 required set up or clean up assistance with eating. Record review of Resident #21's Care Plan, date initiated 03/10/2025, reflected the following: Focus: Resident needed hemodialysis related to renal failure Goal: Resident would have no signs or symptoms of complications from dialysis. Intervention: Monitor labs and report to doctor as needed. Record review of Resident #21's Physician's Order Summary Report active orders dated as of 05/14/2025 reflected the following orders: Sevelamer Carbonate Oral Tablet 800 MG Give 2 tablets by mouth three times a day for renal. Take with meals order dated 03/09/2025. Record review of Resident #21's MAR dated 05/01/2025-05/31/2025 revealed Sevelamer Carbonate Oral Tablet 800 MG Give 2 tablets by mouth three times a day for renal. Take with meals order dated 03/09/2025. The medication was documented as administered on 05/13/2025 at 4:00PM by MA A. An observation and interview on 05/13/2025 at 3:11 PM revealed MA A removed two tablets from the Sevelamer Carbonate medication container. Review of the medication container at this time revealed Take With Meal. As the observation continued Resident #21 was awake and alert sitting on the side of his bed. No food or snacks were observed in the resident's room. Resident #21 was administered the Sevelamer Carbonate by MA A. In an interview at that time, Resident #21 stated he ate his lunch a long time ago and dinner would not be until about 5:00 or 5:30 PM. During the medication administration, the MA did not ask Resident #21 if he had any snacks or needed something to eat. In an interview on 05/14/2025 at 4:45 PM, the facility Pharmacist stated Sevelamer Carbonate was a phosphorus binding medication. The Pharmacist stated the food was needed for the absorption of the medication. The Pharmacist stated taking the medication without food had no major risk except possibly the phosphorus level could go high . He stated the medication was often for short term use. The pharmacist stated this was not a life sustaining drug, and it was not a drug that needed to be administered at the same time. In an interview on 05/14/2025 at 5:03 PM, the HD Nurse stated Sevelamer Carbonate was a Phosphorus binder to help keep the patient's phosphorus levels within normal limits. The HD Nurse stated this medication was not a life sustaining medication. The nurse stated the medication did not need to be given at the same time daily. The risk of not giving the medication with food was absorption of the medication because food was needed for the proper absorption of the medication resulting in high phosphorus levels. In an interview on 05/14/2025 at 5:11PM, the NP stated this medication was given to help control phosphorus for hemodialysis residents. The NP stated the risk was subjective due to the levels being controlled by diet also. The food was to be given with the medication because it was needed for the absorption of the medication. In an interview on 05/15/2025 at 11:10 AM, the DON stated the medication was a phosphorus binder. The risk of not giving with food was poor absorption of the medication. When special instructions for medication administration were needed, the DON stated she expected the physician orders and medication container to be read. The DON stated she would educate on medication administration. In a phone interview on 05/15/2025 at 11:30 AM, MA A stated that she did remember she gave the medication to Resident #21. MA A stated he usually had crackers in the room. MA A stated she did not remember seeing any snacks in the room. MA A stated she did not ask the resident if he had any snacks or needed something to eat with the medication. MA A stated she normally read the medication container so she knew any special instruction for medications. MA A stated it was not done this time because she was being observed. MA A stated she would take more time to read containers before giving a medication. MA A stated she would make sure food was available or provided if needed. In an interview on 05/15/2025 at 11:59 AM, the Administrator stated she was notified of the medication error. The Administrator stated her expectations were the medications was administered following the resident rights. The Administrator stated the risk of not administering with food was absorption because the medication needed food to absorb to work. She stated to prevent this again, medication administration would be monitored, and they would in-service staff on medication administration. Record review of the facility's policy titled Administering Medications revised dated April 2020 read in part .Policy Statement Medications shall be administered in a safe and timely manner, and as prescribed .2. Medications must be administered in accordance with the orders, including yny required time frame .
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

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety in 1 of 1 kitc...

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Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety in 1 of 1 kitchen reviewed for food procurement. 1. The facility failed to ensure foods were dated as opened after usage. 2. The facility failed to ensure that dietary staff did not leave a disposable plastic cup to scoop the cornmeal out of the container. These failures could place residents at risk of cross-contamination and foodborne illness. Findings included: During an observation on 05/13/2025 at 08:12 AM, an initial tour of the kitchen was conducted with the dietary manager of a walk-in dry storage area in the kitchen. Observation revealed that half of a 5-gallon bag of uncooked enriched macaroni that was open and undated. Further observation revealed a plastic cup was also left in a large container of cornmeal. During an interview on 05/15/25 at 10:18 AM, [NAME] A said all items should have dates on the items when they receive it. She also said a plastic cup should never be left in the cornmeal container because it can cause cross-contamination. [NAME] A said the staff was in-serviced 2 weeks ago on cross-contamination. During an interview on 05/15/25 at 10:21 AM, the Dietary manager said all items in the kitchen should be dated. She said the risk of leaving the cup in the cornmeal was cross contamination. During an interview on 05/15/25 at 2:00 PM, the Administrator said the dietary staff should not have had a disposable cup in the cornmeal container. She said her expectations were for staff to follow the dietary policy. She said the risk of leaving the cup in the container was an infection control concern. Record review of the Record review of the Food Receiving and Storage policy, last revised on 07/2014 revealed . Foods shall be received and stored in a manner that complies with safe food handling practices. 13. Food items and snacks kept on the nursing units must be maintained as indicated below: e. e. Other opened containers must be dated and sealed or covered during storage .
Apr 2025 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

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation , interview and record review the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection prevention and con...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation , interview and record review the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections for one of three residents (Resident #1) reviewed for infection control. Unknown A and Unknown B failed to use proper PPE for Enhanced Barrier resident (Resident #1). The facility failed to ensure Unknown A and Unknown B wore appropriate PPE when entering Resident #1s' room on 03/13/2025 who was on Enhanced Barrier precautions while they performed direct care. These failures could place residents at risk for spread of infection. Findings included: Record review Resident #1's face sheet, dated 02/26/25, reflected an [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident #1 had diagnoses which included Anoxic Brain Damage (Brain damage caused by complete lack of oxygen supply to the brain, leading to cell death and potential neurological impairments), Respiratory Failure (A condition where the lungs are unable to adequately perform their primary function of gas exchange, resulting in either insufficient oxygen in the blood (hypoxemia) or excessive carbon dioxide levels (hypercapnia), Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Diabetic Hyperglycemia (A Condition where blood sugar (glucose) levels are persistently elevated), Alzheimer's Disease (A progressive brain disorder that primarily causes memory loss and cognitive decline, eventually affecting a person's ability to perform everyday tasks), Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3 (Moderate kidney damage, meaning your kidneys are less able to filter waste and fluid from your blood), Tracheostomy Status (A person's current situation regarding having a tracheostomy), Persistent Vegetative State (A neurological condition where a person is awake but lacks awareness of a self or surrounding, with no purposeful behavior or interaction), Unspecified Dementia (A dementia diagnosis where the specific type and severity are not determined, and there are no co-occurring behavioral, psychotic, mood or anxiety symptoms), Aphasia (A language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate). Record review of Resident #1's care plan, dated 11/06/24, reflected a focus area that Resident #1 had a tracheostomy related to acute respiratory failure Interventions: .Use Enhanced Barrier Precautions. Record review of Resident 1's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 02/12/25, reflected a BIMS score of 0, which indicated cognition was severely impaired. Section O- Respiratory Treatment- E1. Tracheostomy Care. Record review of screenshots of Resident #1's video monitoring dated 03/13/25 with a time stamps of 7:01 AM revealed Unknown A and Unknown B providing direct care to Resident #1. Unknown A did not have on a mask or gown. Unknown B did not have on a gown. During an observation on 04/03/25 at 11:28am of Resident #1's room door revealed an Enhanced Barrier Precautions signage that stated, Everyone Must: Clean their hands, including before entering and when leaving the room. Providers and Staff must also: Wear gloves and a gown for the following High Contact Resident Care Activities: Dressing, Bathing/Showering, Transferring, Changing Linen, Providing Hygiene, Changing briefs or assisting with toileting, Device care or use: Central line, urinary catheter, feeding tube, tracheostomy. Wound care: any skin opening requiring a dressing. Do not wear the same gown and gloves for the care of more than one person. During an interview on 4/03/25 at 11:32 AM, the DON stated when staff are working with a resident with contact isolation they are to DONN and DOFF PPE. She stated there was an Enhanced Barrier signage outside of the door and the PPE carrier was hanging on the doors of residents that are on Enhanced Barriers. Surveyor showed DON pictures taken from video monitoring of Resident #1's room in which staff did not have on gowns or mask while providing direct care to Resident #1 who was on Enhanced Barriers Precautions. She stated she was unsure of who the exact staff were in the pictures. She stated the staff should always have on PPE whenever providing direct care to a resident that has Enhanced barrier signage outside of the door. She stated the risk of not wearing proper PPE while providing direct care to resident who are on Enhanced Barrier Precautions could be a risk for the staff and the resident for spreading organisms. She stated she was not aware that the staff were providing care without PPE. During an interview on 04/03/25 at 11:43 AM, the ADON/IP who stated a staff member should never provide direct contrat without PPE to a resident that was on contact isolation. She stated she was not aware that staff were providing care to the resident without the proper PPE. She stated the risk of not having full PPE on while providing are to a resident that has Enhanced Barriers was transferring infection to others and cross contamination. Record review of the facility's policy on Infection Control, revised date of 03/2024, reflected, It is the policy of this facility to implement infection control measures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases and conditions . Procedures: 1. Standard Precautions are infection prevention practices that apply to the care of all residents, regardless of suspected or confirmed infection or colonization status. They are based on the principle that all blood, body fluids, secretions, and excretions (except sweat) may contain transmissible infectious agents. Standard Precautions include: a. Proper selection and use of PPE such as gowns, gloves, facemasks, respirators, and eye protection i. Use and type of PPE is based on the predicted staff interaction with residents and the potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or pathogens (e.g., gloves are worn when contact with blood, body fluids, mucous membranes, non-intact skin, or potentially contaminated surfaces or equipment are anticipated). .3. Enhanced Barrier Protection (EBP): used in conjunction with standard precautions and expand the use of PPE through the use of gown and gloves during high-contact resident care activities that provide opportunities from indirect transfer of MDROs to staff hands and clothing then indirectly transferred to residents or from resident-to-resident. a. PPE: The use of gown and gloves for high-contact resident care activities is indicated, when Contact Precautions do not otherwise apply, for nursing home residents with: b. Examples of high-contact resident care activities requiring gown and glove use for Enhanced Barrier Precautions include: i. Dressing ii. Bathing/showering iii. Transferring iv. Providing hygiene v. Changing linens vi. Changing briefs or assisting with toileting vii. Device care or use: central vascular line (including hemodialysis catheters), indwelling urinary catheter, feeding tube, tracheostomy/ventilator.
Jan 2025 2 deficiencies 1 Harm
SERIOUS (G) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures

Pressure Ulcer Prevention (Tag F0686)

A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review the facility failed to provide care consistent with professional standards of practice pro...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review the facility failed to provide care consistent with professional standards of practice promoting healing and prevent new pressure ulcers from developing for 1(Resident#1) of 5 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. The facility failed to ensure that no new pressure wounds were acquired at the facility. Resident #1 acquired a Stage 3 sacral wound. The facility failed to implement new interventions when the sacral wound was not healing, increasing in size and requiring debridement for necrotic tissue. The facility failed to ensure offloading and timely incontinent care was provided for Resident#1's sacral wound . This failure place residents at risk for wounds, infection, and pain. Findings Included: Record review of Resident #1's face sheet revealed a [AGE] year-old male that was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of spinal stenosis (a condition in which the space inside the bones of the spine get too small), dysphagia(difficulty swallowing foods or liquids), Type 2 Diabetes (a long-term condition in which the body trouble controlling blood sugar), congestive heart failure (a chronic condition in which the heart does not pump blood as well as it should) and chronic kidney failure (a chronic condition that causes permanent damage to the kidneys over time. Resident was bedfast. Record review of Resident #1's discharge summary from local hospital #1 revealed: Resident #1 was discharged from a local hospital and admitted to the facility on [DATE]. It was noted that Resident #1 had red area to groin or buttock both lower extremities. Record review of Resident #1's Care plan dated 4/1/2024 reflected he had bowel and bladder incontinence and at risk for skin breakdown. Goal: Resident #1 will remain free from skin breakdown due to incontinence and brief use through the review date. Interventions: Check as required for incontinence. Wash, rinse and dry perineum. Change clothes PRN after incontinence episodes. Record review of care plan initiated on 9/18/2024 reflected Resident #1 had a potential for pressure ulcer development to buttock r/t decreased mobility, weakness, diabetes, and neuropathy. Goal: Resident #1's skin will remain intact, free from redness, blister, or discoloration. Intervention: Administer treatments as ordered and monitor for effectiveness and weekly head to toe assessment. It did not address the sacral wound. Record review of care plan dated 11/24/2024 revealed Resident #1 had actual impairment to skin integrity r/t contact dermatitis. Goal: Resident #1 will not have a re-hospitalization within 30-days. Intervention: Monitor/document location, size and treatment of skin injury, report abnormalities, failure to heal, sign and symptoms, maceration etc. to MD. Provide wound care to site daily per WCD recommendations . Use enhanced barrier precautions, and weekly WCD consult with recommendations. It did not address the sacral wound. Record review of quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed: Section C500- Brief Interview of Mental Status was scored as 08, which meant moderately impaired cognition. Section GG0115- Functional Limitation in Range of Motion was coded as 2 representing upper and lower extremity impairment. Section GG0130- Functional Abilities revealed: Toileting hygiene, shower/bathe self, upper body dressing, lower body dressing and personal hygiene was coded as 2 (Substantial/maximum assistance). Section GG0170 revealed roll left and right, sit to lying, lying to sitting on side of bed, chair/bed-to-chair transfer, toilet transfer and tub/shower transfer was coded as (01)- which presented dependent- helper does all the effort. Section H0300 revealed Urinary continence was coded 3 for always incontinent (no episodes of continent voiding). Section H0400 revealed Bowel continence was codeds 3 for always incontinent (no episodes of continent bowel movements). Section I- Active Diagnosis listed 1- (need for personal care assistance) Section M- Skin condition revealed Risk of pressure ulcer coded 1 was entered representing (Yes). M1040- Other uIcers, wounds and skin problems such as diabetic foot ulcers, open lesions, surgical wounds, MASD (incontinent associated dermatitis, perspiration drainage) Z. was coded which meant none of the above. Section N- Medications G. Diuretic was marked and code indicated Resident #1 was taking and there was an indication for the medication. Record review of Resident #1's MDS revealed that there was no significant change MDS completed although October 14th the WCN weekly assessment stated skin warm and dry to touch with appropriate color. Resident noted to have excoriation to the groin. Treatment initiated. No new skin breakdown noted. The sacral wound was not mentioned. Record review of Resident #1's Discharge return not anticipated MDS dated [DATE] did not mention wounds to the sacral area nor the MASD to the groin. It said that it was in progress. Observations on the following dates revealed Resident #1 was found in the supine position without (wedges/pillows) for offloading the sacral wound: 12/11/2024- 11:55am 12/11/2024 -2:23pm 12/12/2024 - 11:21am 12/13/2024 - 10:09am Record review of Resident #1's Braden Scale for Predicting pressure ulcers assessments revealed the following: 4/29/2024 - Quarterly assessment was Moderate Risk scored was 13. #1-Sensory perception: Very limited: Responds only to painful stimuli. Cannot communicate discomfort except by moaning or restlessness or has a sensory impairment which limits the ability to feel pain or discomfort over ½ of body. #2-Moisture: Very moist, but not always. Linen must be changed at least once a shift. #3-Activity: Degree of physical activity: Chairfast: ability to walk severely limited or non-existent. #4-Mobility: Ability to change and control body position: Very limited: makes occasional slight changes in body or extremely position but unable to make frequent or significant changes independently. #5-Nutrition: Usual food intake pattern: Probably inadequate: Rarely eats a complete meal and generally eats only about ½ of any food offered. Protein intake include includes only 3 servings of meat or dairy products per day. Occasionally will take a dietary supplement. OR receives less than optimum amount of liquid diet or tube feeding. #6-Friction & Shear: Potential problem: Moves feebly or requires minimum assistance. During a move skin probably slides to some extent against sheets, chair, restraints or other devices. Maintain relatively good position in chair or bed most of the time but occasionally slides down. Signed by LVN A 7/29/2024- Resident #1 was at Moderate Risk the score was 14. Signed by RN A 9/7/2024- Resident #1 was at High Risk the score was 12. It was signed by LVN A 12/13/2024- Resident #1 was at High Risk the score was 12. Resident #1's activity changed from chairfast to bedfast (confined to the bed). It was signed by DON. 12/17/2024- Very High-Risk score the score was 8. #6 moisture changed from very moist to constantly moist- Skin is kept moist almost constantly by perspiration, urine, etc. Dampness is detected every time patient is moved or turned. Signed by LVN B Record review of progress note and weekly assessment for Resident #1 revealed: 10/14/2024 - Resident noted with excoriation to groin region. Treatment initiated pending wound care physician evaluation. No new skin breakdown observed. Signed by LVN B 10/18/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Etiology: Trauma/Injury Measurements 3.5cm x1cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Autolytic debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 1. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 2. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 3. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 10/22/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 3 cm x1 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Autolytic debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 1. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 2. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 3. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/1/2024 - Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 2 cm x 1 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Autolytic debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 1. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 2. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 3. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/12/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 2 cm x 1 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Surgical excisional debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 1. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 2. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 3. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/22/2024 - Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 3 cm x 2 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Surgical excisional debridement (11/12/2024) Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Progress: Not at goal MASD to groin region treat with house barrier cream every brief change Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 1. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 2. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 3. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/28/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 5 cm x 5 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Surgical excisional debridement (11/22/2024) Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Progress: Not at goal MASD to groin region treat with house barrier cream every brief change. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 1. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 2. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 3. RD to follow Signed by LVN B Record review of Resident #1's Skin IDT dated 12/11/2024 at 12:50pm, revealed Resident #1 was re-admitted to facility following a transfer to the hospital due to altered mental status (diagnosed with UTI) . Resident #1 hospitalization was from 12/5-12/10/2024. Resident#1 has stage 2 wound to the sacrum and MASD to groin region. Prior orders from wound care physician include the application of zinc ointment and daily border dressing changes. These orders are being continued, and wound care physician scheduled to re-evaluate on tomorrow 12/12/2024. Care remained ongoing and compliant with prescribed treatment plan. Record review of Resident #1's Wound Care Doctor A assessments: 10/15/2024- Chief complaint -Wound on sacrum Etiology: Trauma/Injury Wound size: 3.5 x 1 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 30 days 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 30 days. 10/22/2024- Chief complaint wound on sacrum. Wound size: 3 x1 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 23 days 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 23 days. 10/29/2024- Chief complaint: Wound on sacrum Size 2 x 1 x not measurable due to presence of tissue overgrowth Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 16 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze island with border apply once daily for 16 days. Debridement History: The most recent debridement of this wound was an excisional debridement performed on 10/25/2024. 11/5/2024- Sacrum wound size: 2x 0.3 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 9 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze island with border apply once daily for 9 days. Debridement History: The most recent debridement of this wound was an excisional debridement performed on 10/25/2024. 11/12/2024- Sacrum wound size 1.5 x 0.3 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 30 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 13 days. Site 1: Surgical excisional debridement procedure Indication for procedure: Necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. 11/19/2024- Sacrum wound: 3 x 2 x 0.1 cm Expanded evaluation performed: The progress of this wound and the context surrounding the progress were considered in greater detail today. Reviewed offloading surfaces and discussed surfaces care plan. Considered patient behavior as factor that is complicating wound healing and discussed further with staff and/or family. Discussed wound healing trajectory and expectations with patient and/or family. Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 23 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 23 days. Debridement History: The most recent debridement of this wound was an excisional debridement performed on 11/12/2024. 11/26/2024- Sacrum wound size: 5 x 5 x 0.1 Granulation tissue: 60% surface area: 25.00cm Cluster wound: Open ulceration area of 15.00 cm Expanded evaluation performed: The progress of this wound and the context surrounding the progress were considered in greater detail today. Patient not following repositioning or offloading recommendations and counseling provided. Considered patient behavior as factor that is complicating wound healing and discussed further with staff and/or family. Discussed wound healing trajectory and expectations with patient and/or family. Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 16 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 16 days. 12/3/2024- Sacrum wound size: 4 x 4x 0.1 cm surface area: 16.00 cm slough: 20%, granulation tissue 80% Wound progress: Not at goal Duration: 50 days Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 9 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 9 days. Site #1 Surgical Excisional Debridement Procedure Indication: Necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. PROCEDURE NOTE: The wound was cleansed with normal saline and anesthesia was achieved using topical benzocaine. Then with clean surgical technique, 15 blade was used to surgically excise 3.2cm' of devitalized tissue including slough, biofilm and non-viable subcutaneous level tissues were removed at a depth of 0.1 cm and healthy bleeding tissue was observed. As a result of this procedure, the nonviable tissue in the wound bed decreased from 20 percent to O percent. Hemostasis was achieved and a clean dressing was applied. Post-operative recommendations and updates to the plan of care are documented in the Assessment and Plan section below. Site 2-Unstagebale DTI of the left heel undetermined thickness wound size 2 x 2 x not measurable offloading and boot ordered. 12/12/2024 Chief complaint: Wound on sacrum; right medial thigh; left heel; scrotum. Wound size 8 x 8 x 0.1 Surface: 64.00 cm Slough: 20% ADDITIONAL WOUND DETAIL readmission from hospital DRESSING TREATMENT PLAN Primary Dressing(s) Alginate calcium apply once daily for 30 days Secondary Dressing(s) Gauze island w/ border apply once daily for 30 days PLAN OF CARE REVIEWED AND ADDRESSED Recommendations: Off-Load Wound; Reposition per facility protocol; Turn side to side in bed every 1-2 hours Site #1- Surgical excisional debridement procedure Indication: Remove necrotic tissue and establish margins of viable skin. PROCEDURE NOTE The wound was cleansed with normal saline and anesthesia was achieved using topical benzocaine. Then with clean surgical technique, 15 blade was used to surgically excise 12.8cm2 of devitalized tissue Including slough, biofilm and non-viable subcutaneous level tissues were removed al a depth of 0.1 cm and heallhy healthy bleeding tissue was observed. As a result of this procedure, the nonviable tissue in the wound bed decreased from 20 percenl percent to O percent. Homeostasis was achieved and a clean dressing was applied. Post-operative recommendations and updates to the pla11 of care are documented in the Assessment and Plan section below. Record review of Resident #1's local hospital #2 record revealed: Principal problem upon admission on [DATE] was altered mental status. Assessment and Plan: Acute toxic metabolic encephalopathy -multifactorial in the setting of an acute UTI, complicated UTI, E-coli UTI General Information: Resident #1 was confused and lethargic. Wound care assessment on 12/6/2024: Sacral stage 3 pressure injury wound- size L 6.0cm x W 6.0cm x D 0.1cm - no undermining - no tunneling/induration - Wound bed is full thickness with some pink and red non granular tissue. The area is denuded most probably from incontinence - edges well defined -small to moderate serosanguinous drainage - no odor - Peri wound redness noted. Left heel DTPI wound- size L 3.0cm x W 3.0cm x D 0cm - no undermining - no tunneling/induration -Wound with purple/ maroon non blanchable intact skin - edges well defined -No drainage - no odor - Peri wound skin is intact Location: Penis, scrotum, inner thighs, groin, posterior thighs and peri area - Type: MASD/ IAD (Moisture Associated Skin Damage/ Incontinence Associated Skin Damage) Appearance: Bright red erythematous rash and inflammation with denuded skin due to: moisture trapping in skin folds and fecal/ urine incontinence. Posterior thighs are full thickness which I will recommend Zinc paste. Exudate: Clear weeping skin due to inflammation, edema, and skin erosions. Current Pressure Support Surfaces: Bed: LAL mattress; microclimate pad; glide sheet with pillows or wedges and Z flex boots. Mobility: Bed bound. Recommendations: Sacrum and left heel wounds- Cleanse with Vashe (Ref # 108824) and pat dry with gauze. Apply Cavilon skin barrier to the peri wound skin, apply Polymem (Ref# 7114) to the wound base and cover with silicone foam dressing every other day and as needed. 1. Clean penis, scrotum, inner thighs, groin and peri area with Coloplast no rinse wash cloths (Ref# 119680) and warm water 2. Pat dry with towel 3. Apply Cavilon advanced skin barrier twice a week and as needed. Goal/Treatment Plan: 1. Dressing Changes as ordered or PRN if soiled. 2. Using wedges or pillow to turn and reposition the pt every 2 hours to offload pressure to wound, even when on specialty bed. 3. Encourage lowering the head of the bed below 30 degrees is tolerable. 4. Ensure patient is on pressure redistribution and microclimate control bed is order is placed. 5. Offload pressure to patient's heels by floating with pillows or by applying specialty boots. 6. Nutritional consultation for wound healing. The following supplements to aid in wound healing are recommended, unless contraindicated: - 1000 mg Vitamin C daily - 220 mg Zinc sulfate daily - Multivitamin daily - Juven 2 times per day - Accurately monitor and document patient's PO intake, so supplements can be adjusted accordingly. 7. Skin care and skin protection from moisture damage - If possible, keep diapers off patient to reduce moisture - Consider using Pure Wick/ Condom catheter for incontinence management - Apply Cavilon Advanced to perineal and perianal area 2x weekly Photos of Resident wounds were taken at the hospital. Record review of the last IDT care plan review for Resident #1 was conducted on 9/17/2024. No wounds were discussed. An interview on 12/11/2024 at 3:30pm with the Wound Care nurse (LVN B) revealed she had been employed at the facility for about 1 year. She stated she started wound care of Resident #1 after CNA reported observing a skin tear on his sacral area and MASD to groin sometime in October. She said she immediately followed up with the NP about the wounds and house barrier cream was ordered. She said she learned about skin issues from the CNA's and from wound sweeps in which she randomly looked at different residents' skin in search of wounds/tears. She stated Wound Care Doctor A came to the facility every week on Thursday and did measurements of wounds and debridement as needed. She said all documentation is put into PCC as a nursing note and weekly wound care assessments. She said she followed physician orders for treatment of wounds. She said Resident #1 sacral wound was getting better, but after returning from the hospital it looked bad. She said she did not know why there were no notes concerning the MASD because it was treated with barrier cream since it was brought to her attention in October. She said she did not know why there was not documentation of the MASD until 11/12/2024 . She is responsible for documenting wound care after it is provided. An interview on 12/11/2024 at 4:09pm with LVN A revealed he had been employed at the facility for 14 years. He stated he only did wound care when the wound care nurse was not there. He said Resident #1 had a wound on the sacral and MASD in the groin area, buttocks and gluteal on left and right sides. He said that resident sacral and MASD to groin wounds were worst when he came back from the hospital, and he had gotten the buttocks and gluteal tears from the hospital. He stated charge nurses rounded every 2 hours and sometimes assist with Resident #1's care due to him being a 2-person assist. He said Resident #1 wounds were not that bad. He said as the charge nurse he is responsible for making rounds and ensuring offloading and timely incontinent care is completed. An interview with RP on 12/11/2024 at 8:04 p.m, revealed her to state Resident #1 was admitted to the facility in March 2024. She stated that she usually visited him after work at least 3 to 4 days a week. She stated on 12/5/2024 while visiting the resident, he was lethargic and had slurred speech. She stated she asked about the facility having labs done. She later decided to have him sent out to a local hospital to err on the side of caution and because she was concerned about him possibly having a stroke. She said EMS was called and he was taken to the hospital. She stated after the hospital did an UA; it was determined that he had a bad UTI. She said while visiting him at the hospital, she learned about the sacral wound, and MASD on the scrotum, groin, and pressure wound on his heel. She stated that she was horrified at what she saw. She stated he did not have wounds prior to being admitted to the facility. She forwarded the photos taken at the hospital. An interview with local hospital #2's discharge planner on 12/12/2024 at 8:52 a.m. revealed her to state that Resident #1 was initially admitted to the hospital on [DATE] for altered mental status. She said on 12/6/2024 photos were taken due to the severity and the number of wounds. She stated Resident #1 also had a visit in Sept. The main complaint then was he had passed out. She said they also had photos from the [DATE]th visit. She said photos were available with a public information request. An interview with the Wound care doctor on 12/12/2024 at 9:20a.m., revealed he had been providing wound care at the facility once a week for 2 years. He stated the sacral wound he was treating was a superficial wound, after returning from the hospital it was a stage 3 pressure wound. He said Resident #1 developed the stage 3 wound in the hospital. He said every time he round, there was a treatment nurse rounding with him. It is the same wound care nurse, LVN B. He said he is currently treating 13-14 residents at the facility. He said if he would have been told about scrotum and other areas, he would have treated the same as today with barrier cream. He stated every week he saw all 13-14 residents. He said every time he round, there was a treatment nurse rounding with him. It is the same wound care nurse, LVN B . He stated today he was at the facility from 6:15am until about 8:15am. He said each resident was assessed, wounds measured, and treated. He said today it took him about 2 hours to treat all residents. An interview with CNA A on 12/12/2024 at 5:07pm, she stated she worked the front of the Hall where Resident #1 resided. She said she helped to shower him on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. She said when someone turned Resident #1, he went back on his back. She said when they placed him in his wheelchair he cried, and so they put him back in bed, and he would only stay in a chair maybe for an hour before he was put back into bed. She could not recall the last time he was placed in a chair or wheelchair. She said Resident #1 had to be turned he could not do anything by himself. He required assistance by 2 people. She said she assisted the WCN with wound care if she needed help. She said Resident #1 had declined since admission. She stated CNAs round every 2 hours for incontinent care and re-positioning. An interview on 12/12/2024 at 5:27pm revealed CNA B had been employed at the facility for 7 years. He said he had been taking care of Resident #1 since he was admitted in March. His usually shift was day shift 6a-6pm, he said all resident briefs are changed as needed. He said they round every 2 hours to check on residents. He said he saw the sacral wound the day the lady came from local veterans' hospital to do skin assessment with the facility's wound care nurse. He could not recall the exact date. He had just given Resident #1 a shower. So, he went back to the room and showed the wound care nurse his sacral area. He said he was taught to complete peri care by: Getting supplies, wipe front to back, pad dry, wipe the bottom again when he turned to the back and pat dry. He said when he changed Resident #1 today, the wound nurse told him the new orders were to place 4x4 gauze between his thighs to prevent the skin from rubbing against the swollen scrotum. He said new orders are in PCC. He said he documented Residents ADL care immediately after he finished providing care. He said neglect is when you do not take care of the residents. For example, you refuse to change or feed them. He said he would report neglect to the Charge nurse and Executive Director. An interview with the DON on 12/13/2024 at 11:16 a.m., she stated she had been employed for about 4 months. She said sacral wounds could come from residents' co-morbidities or could be from residents' briefs needing to be changed more often because some residents get wet more than expected. She said the consequence of having a sacral wound is discomfort and pain. She stated pressure wounds could also be caused by poor nutrition, age, or co-morbidities as she stated. An interview with Clinical Resource A at 11:16 a.m., she stated when wounds were reported they would apply the initial treatment, which could be zinc, barrier cream and request a wound consult. The wound care doctor would take it from there. Sacral wounds could be the result of not being re-positioned properly, briefs not being changed as needed or co-morbidities. She said sometimes their diagnosis can prevent healing. An interview with the Executive Director on 12/13/2024 at 11:16 a.m. reflected her to state she could not recall when she first learned about Resident #1's sacral wound. She stated Resident #1's decline was the result of co-morbidities, and this could have been the reason for the skin breakdown as well. She said she was in constant communication with the physician from the local VA hospital and she was told that he would continue to decline due to his age and co-morbidities. An interview with NP on 12/16/2024 at 12:59pm, she said she had been caring for patients at the facility for a year. She is at the facility once per week normally on Wednesday mornings. She stated she had 10 residents at the facility. She said she was notified about Resident #1's sacral wound sometime in October and she made a recommendation for wound care, PT and OT consultations. She also ordered that Resident #1 wound be cleansed, pat dry apply xerofoam, cover with boarded dressing and to turn the patient every 2 hours. She said she was not aware of the MASD. She said the facility nurses were to inform her of any skin tears or anything skin related. But, she said she only saw Resident #1 concerning chronic conditions, such as his arthritis, CHF and Diabetes, not wounds. She said if she had known about the MASD she would ordered medication. She said in her professional opinion, sacral wounds are avoidable. She said if adequate offloading, re-positioning, and keeping their briefs dry would prevent skin breakdown even with co-morbidities. She said Resident #1 used to be put in the chair, but it had been about a month or so since she last observed him to be sitting up. She said although she was not at the facility all day, Resident #1 had been in bed when she saw him during the past month. An interview with Physician A on 12/17/2024 at 11:06am, he said he was not the medical director at the facility. He had been coming to the facility since 2010. He said Resident #1 he had dementia and other co-morbidities. He stated that his NP saw him once a week. He stated that his NP would be able to provide more detailed information about Resident #1 as he was in a clinic at the time of the call. He stated although Resident #1 had co-morbidities sacral wounds are absolutely avoidable with offloading, turning the patient and keeping their briefs dry. He said not changing briefs often especially for patients that are bedbound and are lying in bed all the time increases their chance for skin breakdown. He stated it only takes about 2 hours for a wound to develop. He stated for all high-risk patients with mobility issues he put in an order for skin assessments and devices as needed. Record review of Wound Care doctor A evaluations on 11/19/2024 revealed he had reviewed offloading surfaces and discussed surfaces care plan with resident and/or staff. On 11/26/2024 he noted that Resident #1 was not following repositioning or offloading recommendations and counseling provided . Record review of POC (Point of Care provided by CNA's) for Resident #1 dated [DATE] revealed: Turned and re-position (did you turn and reposition)- did not have any documentation on second shift (7p-7a) on: 11/13, 11/15, 11/18, 11/20, 11/24, 11/25, 11/27, 11/28 or 11/30/2024 Incontinent care:
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Deficiency F0657 (Tag F0657)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure care plans were reviewed and revised by the interdisciplinar...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure care plans were reviewed and revised by the interdisciplinary team after each assessment for 1 of 5 (Resident #1) residents reviewed for care plan timeliness and accuracy in that: The facility failed to ensure Resident #1's care plan accurately addressed his facility acquired sacral wound and MASD (moisture associated skin damage) to his groin. This failure could affect residents by placing them at risk of not having accurate assessments, which could compromise their plan of care. Findings included: Record review of Resident #1's face sheet revealed a [AGE] year-old male that was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of spinal stenosis (a condition in which the space inside the bones of the spine get too small), dysphagia(difficulty swallowing foods or liquids), Type 2 Diabetes (a long-term condition in which the body trouble controlling blood sugar), congestive heart failure (a chronic condition in which the heart does not pump blood as well as it should) and chronic kidney failure (a chronic condition that causes permanent damage to the kidneys over time. Resident was bedfast. Record review of Resident #1's discharge summary from local hospital #1 revealed: Resident #1 was discharged from the hospital and admitted to the facility on [DATE]. It was noted that Resident #1 had red area to groin or buttock both lower extremities. Record review of Resident #1's Care plan dated 4/1/2024 reflected he had bowel and bladder incontinence and at risk for skin breakdown. Goal: Resident #1 will remain free from skin breakdown due to incontinence and brief use through the review date. Interventions: Check as required for incontinence. Wash, rinse and dry perineum. Change clothes PRN after incontinence episodes. Further care plan review initiated on 9/18/2024 reflected Resident #1 had a potential for pressure ulcer development to buttock r/t decreased mobility, weakness, diabetes, and neuropathy. Goal: Resident #1's skin will remain intact, free from redness, blister, or discoloration. Intervention: Administer treatments as ordered and monitor for effectiveness and weekly head to toe assessment. It did not address the sacral wound. Record review of care plan dated 11/24/2024 revealed Resident #1 had actual impairment to skin integrity r/t contact dermatitis. Goal: Resident #1 will not have a re-hospitalization within 30-days. Intervention: Monitor/document location, size and treatment of skin injury, report abnormalities, failure to heal, sign and symptoms, maceration etc. to MD. Provide wound care to site daily per WCD recommendations. Use enhanced barrier precautions, and weekly [NAME] consult with recommendations. It did not address the sacral wound. Record review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed: Section C500- Brief Interview of Mental Status was scored as 08, which meant moderately impaired cognition. Section GG0115- Functional Limitation in Range of Motion was coded as 2 representing upper and lower extremity impairment. Section GG0130- Functional Abilities revealed: Toileting hygiene, shower/bathe self, upper body dressing, lower body dressing and personal hygiene was coded as 2 (Substantial/maximum assistance). Section GG0170 revealed roll left and right, sit to lying, lying to sitting on side of bed, chair/bed-to-chair transfer, toilet transfer and tub/shower transfer was coded as (01)- which presented dependent- helper does all the effort. Section H0300 revealed Urinary continence was coded 3 for always incontinent (no episodes of continent voiding). Section H0400 revealed Bowel continence was codes 3 for always incontinent (no episodes of continent bowel movements). Section I- Active Diagnosis listed 1- (need for personal care assistance) Section M- Skin condition revealed Risk of pressure ulcer coded 1 was entered representing (Yes). M1040- Other uIcers, wounds and skin problems such as diabetic foot ulcers, open lesions, surgical wounds, MASD (incontinent associated dermatitis, perspiration drainage) Z. was coded which meant none of the above. Section N- Medications G. Diuretic was marked and code indicated Resident #1 was taking and here was an indication for the medication. Record review of Resident #1's Discharge return not anticipated MDS dated [DATE] did not mention wounds to the sacral area nor the MASD to the groin. It said that it was in progress. Record review of LN weekly skin evaluations for Resident #1 revealed: 10/14/2024 - Resident #1 noted with excoriation to groin region. Treatment initiated pending wound care physician evaluation. No new skin breakdown observed. Signed by LVN B 10/18/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Etiology: Trauma/Injury Measurements 3.5cm x1cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Autolytic debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 4. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 5. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 6. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 10/22/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 3 cm x1 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Autolytic debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 4. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 5. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 6. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/1/2024 - Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 2 cm x 1 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Autolytic debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 4. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 5. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 6. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/12/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 2 cm x 1 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Surgical excisional debridement Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 4. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 5. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 6. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/22/2024 - Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 3 cm x 2 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Surgical excisional debridement (11/12/2024) Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Progress: Not at goal MASD to groin region treat with house barrier cream every brief change Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 4. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 5. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 6. RD to follow Signed by LVN B 11/28/2024- Site #1 Sacrum Measurements 5 cm x 5 cm x 0.1 cm Procedure: Surgical excisional debridement (11/22/2024) Description: Light serous exudate 100% granulation Treatment: Cleanse area with NS or wound cleanser, pat dry, apply zinc ointment cover with bordered dressing daily. Progress: Not at goal MASD to groin region treat with house barrier cream every brief change. Risk factor: Immobility Interventions: 4. Offloading wound while in bed as needed /tolerated 5. Repositioning resident as needed/tolerated 6. RD to follow Signed by LVN B Record review of Resident #1's Skin IDT dated 12/11/2024 at 12:50pm, revealed Resident #1 was re-admitted to facility following a transfer to the hospital due to altered mental status. Resident has stage 2 wound to the sacrum and MASD to groin region. Prior orders from wound care physician include the application of zinc ointment and daily border dressing changes. These orders are being continued, and wound care physician scheduled to re-evaluate on tomorrow 12/12/2024. Care remained ongoing and compliant with prescribed treatment plan. Record review of Resident #1's Wound Care Doctor A assessments: 10/15/2024- Chief complaint -Wound on sacrum Etiology: Trauma/Injury Wound size: 3.5 x 1 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 30 days 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 30 days. 10/22/2024- Chief complaint wound on sacrum. Wound size: 3 x1 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 23 days 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 23 days. 10/29/2024- Chief complaint: Wound on sacrum Size 2 x 1 x not measurable due to presence of tissue overgrowth Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 16 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze island with border apply once daily for 16 days. Debridement History: The most recent debridement of this wound was an excisional debridement performed on 10/25/2024. 11/5/2024- Sacrum wound size: 2x 0.3 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 9 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze island with border apply once daily for 9 days. Debridement History: The most recent debridement of this wound was an excisional debridement performed on 10/25/2024. 11/12/2024- Sacrum wound size 1.5 x 0.3 x 0.1 cm Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 30 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 13 days. Site 1: Surgical excisional debridement procedure Indication for procedure: Necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. 11/19/2024- Sacrum wound: 3 x 2 x 0.1 cm Expanded evaluation performed: The progress of this wound and the context surrounding the progress were considered in greater detail today. Reviewed offloading surfaces and discussed surfaces care plan. Considered patient behavior as factor that is complicating wound healing and discussed further with staff and/or family. Discussed wound healing trajectory and expectations with patient and/or family. Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 23 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 23 days. Debridement History: The most recent debridement of this wound was an excisional debridement performed on 11/12/2024. 11/26/2024- Sacrum wound size: 5 x 5 x 0.1 Granulation tissue: 60% surface area: 25.00cm Cluster wound: Open ulceration area of 15.00 cm Expanded evaluation performed: The progress of this wound and the context surrounding the progress were considered in greater detail today. Patient not following repositioning or offloading recommendations and counseling provided. Considered patient behavior as factor that is complicating wound healing and discussed further with staff and/or family. Discussed wound healing trajectory and expectations with patient and/or family. Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 16 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 16 days. 12/3/2024- Sacrum wound size: 4 x 4x 0.1 cm surface area: 16.00 cm slough: 20%, granulation tissue 80% Wound progress: Not at goal Duration: 50 days Treatment plan: Zinc ointment apply once daily for 9 days. 2nd dressing: Gauze Island with border apply once daily for 9 days. Site #1 Surgical Excisional Debridement Procedure Indication: Necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. PROCEDURE NOTE: The wound was cleansed with normal saline and anesthesia was achieved using topical benzocaine. Then with clean surgical technique, 15 blade was used to surgically excise 3.2cm' of devitalized tissue including slough, biofilm and non-viable subcutaneous level tissues were removed at a depth of 0.1 cm and healthy bleeding tissue was observed. As a result of this procedure, the nonviable tissue in the wound bed decreased from 20 percent to O percent. Hemostasis was achieved and a clean dressing was applied. Post-operative recommendations and updates to the plan of care are documented in the Assessment and Plan section below. Site 2-Unstagebale DTI of the left heel undetermined thickness wound size 2 x 2 x not measurable offloading and boot ordered. 12/12/2024 Chief complaint: Wound on sacrum; right medial thigh; left heel; scrotum. Wound size 8 x 8 x 0.1 Surface: 64.00 cm Slough: 20% ADDITIONAL WOUND DETAIL readmission from hospital DRESSING TREATMENT PLAN Primary Dressing(s) Alginate calcium apply once daily for 30 days Secondary Dressing(s) Gauze island w/ border apply once daily for 30 days PLAN OF CARE REVIEWED AND ADDRESSED Recommendations: Off-Load Wound; Reposition per facility protocol; Turn side to side in bed every 1-2 hours Site #1- Surgical excisional debridement procedure Indication: Remove necrotic tissue and establish margins of viable skin. PROCEDURE NOTE The wound was cleansed with normal saline and anesthesia was achieved using topical benzocaine. Then with clean surgical technique, 15 blade was used to surgically excise 12.8cm2 of devitalized tissue Including slough, biofilm and non-viable subcutaneous level tissues were removed al a depth of 0.1 cm and heallhy bleeding tissue was observed. As a result of this procedure, the nonviable tissue in the wound bed decreased from 20 percent to O percent. Homeostasis was achieved and a clean dressing was applied. Post-operative recommendations and updates to the pla11 of care are documented in the Assessment and Plan section below. Record review of Resident #1's local hospital #2 record revealed: Principal problem upon admission on [DATE] was altered mental status. Assessment and Plan: Acute toxic metabolic encephalopathy -multifactorial in the setting of an acute UTI, complicated UTI, E-coli UTI General Information: Resident #1 was confused and lethargic. Wound care assessment on 12/6/2024: Sacral stage 3 pressure injury wound- size L 6.0cm x W 6.0cm x D 0.1cm - no undermining - no tunneling/induration - Wound bed is full thickness with some pink and red non granular tissue. The area is denuded most probably from incontinence - edges well defined -small to moderate serosanguinous drainage - no odor - Peri wound redness noted. Left heel DTPI wound- size L 3.0cm x W 3.0cm x D 0cm - no undermining - no tunneling/induration -Wound with purple/ maroon non blanchable intact skin - edges well defined -No drainage - no odor - Peri wound skin is intact Location: Penis, scrotum, inner thighs, groin, posterior thighs and peri area - Type: MASD/ IAD (Moisture Associated Skin Damage/ Incontinence Associated Skin Damage) Appearance: Bright red erythematous rash and inflammation with denuded skin due to: moisture trapping in skin folds and fecal/ urine incontinence. Posterior thighs are full thickness which I will recommend Zinc paste. Exudate: Clear weeping skin due to inflammation, edema, and skin erosions. Current Pressure Support Surfaces: Bed: LAL mattress; microclimate pad; glide sheet with pillows or wedges and Z flex boots. Mobility: Bed bound. Recommendations: Sacrum and left heel wounds- Cleanse with Vashe (Ref # 108824) and pat dry with gauze. Apply Cavilon skin barrier to the peri wound skin, apply Polymem (Ref# 7114) to the wound base and cover with silicone foam dressing every other day and as needed. 1. Clean penis, scrotum, inner thighs, groin and peri area with Coloplast no rinse wash cloths (Ref# 119680) and warm water 2. Pat dry with towel 3. Apply Cavilon advanced skin barrier twice a week and as needed. Goal/Treatment Plan: 1. Dressing Changes as ordered or PRN if soiled. 2. Using wedges or pillow to turn and reposition the pt every 2 hours to offload pressure to wound, even when on specialty bed. 3. Encourage lowering the head of the bed below 30 degrees is tolerable. 4. Ensure patient is on pressure redistribution and microclimate control bed is order is placed. 5. Offload pressure to patient's heels by floating with pillows or by applying specialty boots. 6. Nutritional consultation for wound healing. The following supplements to aid in wound healing are recommended, unless contraindicated: - 1000 mg Vitamin C daily - 220 mg Zinc sulfate daily - Multivitamin daily - Juven 2 times per day - Accurately monitor and document patient's PO intake, so supplements can be adjusted accordingly. 7. Skin care and skin protection from moisture damage - If possible, keep diapers off patient to reduce moisture - Consider using Pure Wick/ Condom catheter for incontinence management - Apply Cavilon Advanced to perineal and perianal area 2x weekly Photos of Resident wounds were taken at the hospital. Record review of the last IDT care plan review for Resident #1 was conducted on 9/17/2024. No wounds were discussed. No other care plan reviews were conducted after 9/17/2024. An interview on 12/11/2024 at 3:30pm with the Wound Care nurse (LVN B) revealed she had been employed at the facility for about 1 year. She stated she started wound care of Resident #1 after CNA reported observing a skin tear on his sacral area and MASD to groin sometime in October. She said she immediately followed up with the NP about the wounds and house barrier cream was ordered along with a wound doctor consultation. She said she sometimes learned about skin issues from the CNA's and from wound sweeps in which she randomly looked at different residents' skin in search of wounds/tears. She stated the Wound Care Doctor A came to the facility every week on Thursday and did measurements of wounds and debridement as needed. She said all documentation is put into PCC as a nursing note and weekly wound care assessments. She said she followed physician orders for treatment of wounds. She said Resident #1 sacral wound was getting better, but after returning from the hospital it looked bad. She denied that Resident had the buttock, thigh and gluteal wounds before leaving for the hospital stay. She said she did not know why there were no notes concerning the MASD because it was treated with barrier cream since it was brought to her attention in October. She said she did not know why there was not documentation of the MASD until 11/12/2024. She was not sure why Resident #1's care plan had not been updated. She does participate in IDT meetings in which skin condition is discussed. An interview with RP on 12/11/2024 at 8:04 p.m, revealed her to state Resident #1 was admitted to the facility in March 2024. She stated that she usually visited him after work (6pm or so) at least 3 to 4 days a week. She said she had not participated in a care plan meeting for Resident #1 in months. She said not since August or September 2024. She said wounds were not discussed or he did not have them at that time. She denied having a care plan meeting to discuss Resident #1's wounds, goals or interventions. Interview with the DON on 12/13/2024 at 11:16am she stated she had been employed for about 4 months. She said sacral wounds could come from residents' co-morbidities or could be from residents' briefs needing to be changed more often because some residents get wet more than expected. She said the consequence of having a sacral wound is discomfort and pain. She stated the MDS nurse was responsible for updating the care plans but the IDT team met also to discuss any significant changes. An interview with the Executive Director on 12/13/2024 at 11:16 a.m. reflected her to state she could not recall when she first learned about Resident #1's sacral wound. She said that the MASD in his groin area was being treated to her knowledge. She was not sure why it was not in the progress notes because the weekly skin assessment showed up on the nursing progress notes. She said the baseline care plan was to be done within 48 hours, and updated upon significant change, quarterly and annually. She was not sure why the care plan did not address the sacral wound but probably because it was not a stage 3 wound until he returned from the hospital. An interview with the SW on 12/19/2024 at 10:57 a.m., stated the last conversation he had with Resident #1's RP was concerning his wounds on last Friday (12/13/2024). He said she wanted to make sure the facility was taking care of his wounds and keeping him clean. He said Resident #1 was scheduled for a care plan meeting today (12/19/2024), however, he went back to the hospital today. He stated the last care plan meeting was on 9/19/2024. He stated care plan meetings were held quarterly unless there was a hospital stay or upon request from the family. He stated he could not recall the RP asking for a meeting or any concerns prior to last week. In a subsequent interview with the DON on 12/17/2024 at 2:55pm, she stated that all care plans should be done upon admission, significant change, re-entry from a hospital stay (if anything changed), quarterly and annually. She said she was not sure why the care plan had not been updated. She said she would have to check with the team about it. She stated all care plans should be updated as needed. All admission, re-entry or significant changes should have an update. She said if care plans are not completed timely there could be a delay in care, worsening of wounds and pain. An interview with MDS Nurse on 12/19/2024 at 1:15pm, stated baseline care plans are done within 48 hours, quarterly, annually, and upon a significant change. She stated all Residents are at a high risk for pressure wound when they have low mobility. She said Resident #1 was not walking but was alert when he was admitted . She said she was puzzled about why his assessment at the hospital was done the next day after he was admitted . She does not know how they can say the sacral wound was developed at the facility. She said this is why it was not addressed on the care plan. It was merely a skin tear as far as she was aware and that did not require an updated care plan. Record review of the facility's person-centered care plan revised on 12/2023 read in part: It is the policy of this facility that the interdisciplinary team (IDT) shall develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment. The IDT team will also develop and implement a baseline care plan for each resident, within 48 hours of admission, that includes minimum healthcare information necessary to properly care for each resident and instructions needed to provide effective and person-centered care that meet professional standards of quality care. The resident's comprehensive plan of care will be reviewed and/or revised by the IDT after each assessment, including both the comprehensive and quarterly review assessments.
Mar 2024 4 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

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 interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 1 resident (CR # 212) of 6 residents reviewed for physician'...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 1 resident (CR # 212) of 6 residents reviewed for physician's orders received treatment and care in accordance with professional standards of practice . -CR #212 had an order dated 03/08/2024 for a treatment for his left heel and for heel protectors to be applied. -The facility did not transfer the order to the eTAR, resulting in the resident not receiving the treatments for three days. The deficient practice could place residents at risk for additional skin breakdown. Findings include: Record review of the admission Record for CR #212 (printed 03/13/2024) revealed he was [AGE] years old and was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE]. He was most recently readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, right hip fracture, abnormalities of gait and mobility, and generalized muscle weakness. Record review of the Physician's Order dated 03/08/2024 at 3:59 p.m. revealed Claen (sic) left heel area with normal saline and apply skin prep to to left heel area and apply heel protectors. Record review of the March 2024 eTAR for CR #212 revealed the order had not been transcribed onto the eTAR. In an interview via telephone on 03/13/2024 at 2:40 p.m., a Personal Care Home representative for CR #212 said the facility had attempted to discharge the resident on 03/08/2024. She said the resident had a non-healing wound on his left heel. She said the facility had said it was a scab. She said there was no wound care order at that time. The resident was discharged on 03/11/2024. In an interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:40 p.m., ADON A said CR #212 had an issue with his heel prior to admission. She said it was scabbed over. In an interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:41 p.m. LVN B said the resident readmitted with scabs, and they were monitoring. When asked about the Physician's Order dated 03/08/2024 to clean CR #212's left heel, apply skin prep and heel protectors, LVN B said the order should have been transferred to the eTAR. In an interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:42 p.m., ADON A said the Personal Care Home had requested the order for the left heel on 03/08/2024. In an interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:43 p.m. the DON said the order was in the eTAR. At that time ADON C performed a search of CR #212's March 2024 eTAR and confirmed the order had not been transferred. The facility policy Pharmacy Services/Nursing Services Subject: Physician Orders (revised March 2023) read, in part, .6. Medication, treatment, or related orders are transcribed in the eMAR or eTAR,
CONCERN (D)

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

Pharmacy Services (Tag F0755)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services, including procedures that assured...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services, including procedures that assured the accurate acquiring, receiving, dispensing, and administering of all drugs and biologicals to meet the needs of each resident and failed to establish a system of records of receipt and disposition of all controlled drugs in sufficient detail to enable an accurate reconciliation for 1 of 1 resident (Residents #90) reviewed for pharmacy services. The facility failed to ensure RN D administered Lorazepam (a controlled medication that treats anxiety) to Resident #90 in accordance with physician orders. The facility failed to ensure the reconciliation of controlled drug sheets compared to MAR for Resident #90 to ensure every controlled drug that was administered and documented as administered in the MAR reflected the correct quantity on the controlled drug/disposition form. These failures could place residents at risk of medication error and drug diversion due to not reconciling every shift nor accounting for all controlled drugs administered and/or wasted. The findings included: Record review of Resident #90's face sheet dated 03/14/24 indicated Resident #90 was a [AGE] year-old male who admitted on [DATE] with the following diagnoses: Chronic Diastolic Congestive Heart Failure (a long-term condition in which your heart can't pump blood well enough to meet your body's needs), Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease without Esophagitis (condition in which the stomach contents move up into the esophagus), Anxiety Disorder (ongoing worry and tension may be accompanied by physical symptoms, such as restlessness, feeling on edge or easily fatigued, difficulty concentrating, muscle tension or problems sleeping), and Essential Hypertension(When the pressure in your blood vessels is too high, 130/80 mm Hg or higher). Resident was admitted to the facility for Long Term and Hospice Care. Record review of the MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS summary score of 15, indicative of being cognitively intact. Record review of Telephone Order dated 03/05/24 for Lorazepam (anti-anxiety medication) oral .5mg tab by mouth every 6 hours as needed for anxiety for 14 days. Record review of the Medication Administration record from March 9 - 13, 2024, for Resident #90 revealed the following medication documentation on the MAR: *03/09/24 10:00 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/10/24 1:22 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/11/24 1:43 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/11/24 3:19 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/12/24 2:50 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/13/24 7:31 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/13/24 5:32 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered There was no active order for Lorazepam (Ativan) 1 mg tab by mouth every 12 hours until 03/13/24 at 10:00 p.m. However, the form titled Controlled Drug Receipt/Disposition form for Lorazepam 1mg tabs revealed: *03/09/24 10:00 p.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/10/24 1:22 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/10/24 3:54 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/11/24 1:43 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/11/24 3:22 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/12/24 4:38 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/12/24 2:55 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/13/24 7:51 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/13/24 5:44 p.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered Record review of the form titled Controlled Drug Receipt/Disposition form for Lorazepam 1mg tabs revealed missing .5 mg waste for the following dates and times: 3/9/24 at 10:00 p.m. 3/10/24 at 1:22 a.m. 3/11/24 at 1:43 a.m. 3/12/24 at 2:50 p.m. 3/13/24 at 5:32 p.m. Record review of the Progress Notes revealed additional Lorazepam medication administration did not correspond with the eMAR or Controlled drug receipt/disposition form. These dates and times include: 03/11/24 6:25 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered 03/11/24 6:14 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered 03/12/24 4:40 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered 03/13/24 1:35 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered In an interview on 03/14/24 at 10:32 a.m., the Hospice RN stated that Morphine in conjunction with Lorazepam was extremely common for residents with agitation. She said, We don't have a max dose of Lorazepam in Hospice. We give whatever it takes to make them comfortable. I was called yesterday to assess the resident, and I gave a dose of 1 mg of Ativan from the facility's med cart, and what I gave to the resident yesterday was actually a very mild dose. Morphine in conjunction with Ativan is like a standing order. The nurse was asked if she ordered the .5 mg from the pharmacy, and she stated that she did order the .5 mg Lorazepam from a pharmacy called Long Term Care or Pharma Care. In an interview on 03/14/24 at 10:37 a.m. with the Pharmacy Manager at Pharma Care (LTC Pharmacy), he stated that they never received an order for the .5 mg of Lorazepam and only received the Lorazepam 1mg order. The pharmacy distributed Lorazepam 1mg on 12/28/23 (quantity of 10 tabs) and 03/12/24 (quantity 60 tabs) in a blister pack per the physician's order. In an Interview on 03/14/24 at 2:39 p.m. with the Hospice Nurse Manager, she stated that it is common to order Ativan 1mg every hour for Hospice residents. She stated that this is a Physician order, but it's not considered a standing order. This Lorazepam order is often in combination with Morphine, and it is not uncommon because it will keep him safe, minimize his ability to hurt himself, and also relieve pain. In an interview on 3/14/24 at 2:42 p.m. with the DON, she stated that the resident has had a change of condition since being hospitalized last week and has been getting Lorazepam for agitation. He was currently on Hospice, and they prescribed the medication. She stated that there was an order for both Ativan .5mg and 1mg. She was referred to an order that showed that the Lorazepam was not ordered until 03/13/24. DON said, If we didn't have an order for 1mg of Ativan, it must be a documentation error, and this can be a concern because we are not following Doctor's Orders. The DON also said, When nursing staff administer a controlled medication, it should automatically go on the MAR, and you can put supplemental documentation in the electronic medical record when it populates. She said, Point Click Care ([electronic medical record) ] sometimes glitches, so medication administration may be in the progress notes but not on the MAR; however, she would have to find out and come back to me to see why the wasted medication is not correct. In an interview on 03/14/24 at 4:51 with the Administrator, she said, I don't know the process for wasting medications, but they do have to discard medication properly. She initially denied any problems with the electronic medical record. However, she stated that she was made aware that there were charting concerns this morning, and she reported the issue to her IT department when she was made aware of the problem. Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled Pharmacy/Nursing Service Physician Orders revealed that medications shall be administered only upon written order of a duly licensed and authorized to prescribe such drug. The Policy read, in part, .6. Medication, treatment, or related orders are transcribed in the eMAR or eTAR, Review of the policy regarding, Discarding and Destroying Medications revealed in part that medications will be disposed of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations governing management of non-hazardous pharmaceuticals, hazardous waste, and controlled substances.
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

Garbage Disposal (Tag F0814)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to dispose of garbage and refuse properly for 1 of 2 dumpster reviewed for garbage disposal. -The facility failed to ensure the ...

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Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to dispose of garbage and refuse properly for 1 of 2 dumpster reviewed for garbage disposal. -The facility failed to ensure the dumpster lid were secured. This failure could place residents at risk of infection for exposure to germs and diseases carried by rodents from improperly disposed garbage. Findings included: Observation on 03/12/24 at 8:32 am, revealed the facility's dumpster area, which was in the front parking area to the right side of the facility. The dumpster on the left side: lid was wide open. Interview on 3/13/2024 at 10:33am, with the Dietary Manager, she said all the workers know they are supposed to close the dumpster sliding door and make sure the lid was closed. She said if the dumpsters were left open it would bring stray cats and animals in the area causing an infection control issue. Interview on 3/13/2024 at 1:35pm, with the Cook, she said if the lid was to remain open to the dumpster rats and stray cats would come around and create a hazard around the facility. Interview on 3/13/2024 at 2:25pm with the Executive Director, she said if the dumpster lid was left open, it can cause an infection control issue. Record review of the Facility's policy dated 2019 indicated: .Chapter 4: Sanitation Infection Control 4-28 . Procedure: 2. Trash will be deposited into a sealed container outside the premises. Record review of the Facility's Food-Related Garbage and Rubbish Disposal policy, revised April 2006 revealed . 2. All garbage and rubbish containers shall be provided with tight-fitting lids or covers and must be covered when stored or not in continuous use. 5. Garbage and rubbish containing food wastes will be stored in a manner that is inaccessible to vermin. 7. Outside dumpsters provided by garbage pick-up services will be kept closed and free of surrounding litter.
CONCERN (D)

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

Medical Records (Tag F0842)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure clinical records for 2 residents (CR #212 and Resident # 90...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure clinical records for 2 residents (CR #212 and Resident # 90) of 4 residents reviewed for clinical records were maintained in accordance with accepted professional standards and practices, were complete, and accurately documented. -CR #212 had a treatment order for staff to clean the resident's left heel and apply skin prep, then heel protectors and the treatment order was not transcribed to CR #212's eTAR. -The administration of a PRN anxiety medication to Resident #90 by not documenting Lorazepam .05mg tabs in the eMAR The deficient practice could place residents CR #212 at risk for additional skin breakdown and Resident #90 at risk for having inaccurate records and inadequate care. Findings include: CR #212 Record review of the admission Record for CR #212 (printed 03/13/2024) revealed he was [AGE] years old and was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE]. He was most recently readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, right hip fracture, abnormalities of gait and mobility, and generalized muscle weakness. Record review of the Physician's Order dated 03/08/2024 at 3:59 p.m. revealed Claen (sic) left heel area with normal saline and apply skin prep to left heel area and apply heel protectors. Record review of the March 2024 eTAR for CR #212 revealed the order had not been transcribed onto the eTAR. In an interview via telephone on 03/13/2024 at 2:40 p.m., a Personal Care Home representative for CR #212 said the facility had attempted to discharge the resident on 03/08/2024. She said the resident had a non-healing wound on his left heel. She said the facility had said it was a scab. She said there was no wound care order at that time. The resident was discharged on 03/11/2024. In an interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:40 p.m., ADON A said CR #212 had an issue with his heel prior to admission. She said it was scabbed over. In an interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:41 p.m. LVN B said the resident readmitted with scabs, and they were monitoring. LVN B stated the Physician's Order dated 03/08/2024 should have been transferred to the eTAR. In an interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:42 p.m., ADON A said the Personal Care Home had requested the order for the left heel on 03/08/2024. In an observation and interview on 03/13/2024 at 4:43 p.m. the DON said the order was in the eTAR. At that time ADON C performed a search of CR #212's March 2024 eTAR and confirmed the order had not been transferred. The facility policy Pharmacy Services/Nursing Services Subject: Physician Orders (revised March 2023) read, in part, .6. Medication, treatment, or related orders are transcribed in the eMAR or eTAR, Resident #_90 Record review of Resident #90's face sheet dated 03/14/24 indicated Resident #90 was a [AGE] year-old male who admitted on [DATE] with the following diagnoses: Chronic Diastolic Congestive Heart Failure (a long-term condition in which your heart can't pump blood well enough to meet your body's needs), Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease without Esophagitis (condition in which the stomach contents move up into the esophagus), Anxiety Disorder (ongoing worry and tension may be accompanied by physical symptoms, such as restlessness, feeling on edge or easily fatigued, difficulty concentrating, muscle tension or problems sleeping), and Essential Hypertension(When the pressure in your blood vessels is too high, 130/80 mm Hg or higher). Resident was admitted to the facility for Long Term and Hospice Care. Record review of the MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS summary score of 15, indicative of being cognitively intact. Record review of Telephone Order dated 03/05/24 for Lorazepam (anti-anxiety medication) oral .5mg tab by mouth every 6 hours as needed for anxiety for 14 days. Record review of the Medication Administration record from March 9 - 13, 2024, for Resident #90 revealed the following medication documentation on the MAR: *03/09/24 10:00 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/10/24 1:22 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/11/24 1:43 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/11/24 3:19 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/12/24 2:50 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/13/24 7:31 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/13/24 5:32 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered There was no active order for Lorazepam (Ativan) 1 mg tab by mouth every 12 hours until 03/13/24 at 10:00 p.m. However, the form titled Controlled Drug Receipt/Disposition form for Lorazepam 1mg tabs revealed: *03/09/24 10:00 p.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/10/24 1:22 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/10/24 3:54 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/11/24 1:43 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/11/24 3:22 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/12/24 4:38 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/12/24 2:55 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered *03/13/24 7:51 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered *03/13/24 5:44 p.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered Record review of the form titled Controlled Drug Receipt/Disposition form for Lorazepam 1mg tabs revealed missing .5 mg waste for the following dates and times: 3/9/24 at 10:00 p.m. 3/10/24 at 1:22 a.m. 3/11/24 at 1:43 a.m. 3/12/24 at 2:50 p.m. 3/13/24 at 5:32 p.m. Record review of the Progress Notes revealed additional Lorazepam medication administration did not correspond with the eMAR or Controlled drug receipt/disposition form. These dates and times include: 03/11/24 6:25 a.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered 03/11/24 6:14 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered 03/12/24 4:40 p.m. Lorazepam.5mg tab administered 03/13/24 1:35 a.m. Lorazepam 1mg tab administered In an interview on 03/14/24 at 10:32 a.m., the Hospice RN stated that Morphine in conjunction with Lorazepam was extremely common for residents with agitation. She said, We don't have a max dose of Lorazepam in Hospice. We give whatever it takes to make them comfortable. I was called yesterday to assess the resident, and I gave a dose of 1 mg of Ativan from the facility's med cart, and what I gave to the resident yesterday was actually a very mild dose. Morphine in conjunction with Ativan is like a standing order. The nurse was asked if she ordered the .5 mg from the pharmacy, and she stated that she did order the .5 mg Lorazepam from a pharmacy called Long Term Care or Pharma Care. In an interview on 03/14/24 at 10:37 a.m. with the Pharmacy Manager at Pharma Care (LTC Pharmacy), he stated that they never received an order for the .5 mg of Lorazepam and only received the Lorazepam 1mg order. The pharmacy distributed Lorazepam 1mg on 12/28/23 (quantity of 10 tabs) and 03/12/24 (quantity 60 tabs) in a blister pack per the physician's order. In an Interview on 03/14/24 at 2:39 p.m. with the Hospice Nurse Manager, she stated that it is common to order Ativan 1mg every hour for Hospice residents. She stated that this is a Physician order, but it's not considered a standing order. This Lorazepam order is often in combination with Morphine, and it is not uncommon because it will keep him safe, minimize his ability to hurt himself, and also relieve pain. In an interview on 3/14/24 at 2:42 p.m. with the DON, she stated that the resident has had a change of condition since being hospitalized last week and has been getting Lorazepam for agitation. He was currently on Hospice, and they prescribed the medication. She stated that there was an order for both Ativan .5mg and 1mg. She was referred to an order that showed that the Lorazepam was not ordered until 03/13/24. DON said, If we didn't have an order for 1mg of Ativan, it must be a documentation error, and this can be a concern because we are not following Doctor's Orders. The DON also said, When nursing staff administer a controlled medication, it should automatically go on the MAR, and you can put supplemental documentation in the electronic medical record when it populates. She said, Point Click Care ([electronic medical record) ] sometimes glitches, so medication administration may be in the progress notes but not on the MAR; however, she would have to find out and come back to me to see why the wasted medication is not correct. In an interview on 03/14/24 at 4:51 with the Administrator, she said, I don't know the process for wasting medications, but they do have to discard medication properly. She initially denied any problems with the electronic medical record. However, she stated that she was made aware that there were charting concerns this morning, and she reported the issue to her IT department when she was made aware of the problem. Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled Pharmacy/Nursing Service Physician Orders revealed that medications shall be administered only upon written order of a duly licensed and authorized to prescribe such drug. The Policy read, in part, .6. Medication, treatment, or related orders are transcribed in the eMAR or eTAR, Review of the policy regarding, Discarding and Destroying Medications revealed in part that medications will be disposed of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations governing management of non-hazardous pharmaceuticals, hazardous waste, and controlled substances.
Feb 2024 1 deficiency 1 IJ (1 affecting multiple)
CRITICAL (K) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Pressure Ulcer Prevention (Tag F0686)

Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure residents who entered the facility without pres...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure residents who entered the facility without pressure ulcers did not develop pressure ulcers and a resident having pressure ulcers received care and treatment consistent with professional standards of practice to promote healing and prevent further development of skin breakdown or pressure ulcers for 1 (CR #1) of 6 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. -The facility failed to prevent the development of CR #1's Stage IV facility acquired sacrum pressure wound and left heel deep tissue injury resulting in debridement and hospitalization. Resident was diagnosed with sepsis due to MRSA, Sacral osteomyelitis and sacral pressure ulcer. -The facility failed to timely intervene when CR#1's Stage IV Pressure ulcer continued to get worse and did not send him to the local hospital and only suggested hospice. -The facility failed to ensure a wound care specialist physician was notified that CR#1's facility acquired Stage 4 pressure Ulcer was continuing to worsen and the wound care specialist physician did not evaluate and or modify wound treatment during the 12 days to promote healing and prevent the pressure ulcer from worsening. An Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) was identified on 01/28/24. While the IJ was removed on 01/30/24 at 2:02 p.m., the facility remained out of compliance at a severity level of actual harm that is not an Immediate Jeopardy and a scope of pattern as the facility continued to monitor the implementation and effectiveness of their plan of removal. These failures placed residents at risk of developing new pressure wounds, worsening of existing wounds, decline in quality of care, infection and experiencing pain. Findings include: CR #1 Record review of CR #1's face sheet dated 1/10/24 revealed a [AGE] year-old male who admitted to the Nursing Facility on 10/21/2023 with the diagnoses of encephalopathy (damage or disease that affects the brain), epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness (bleeding between the inside of the skull and the outer covering of the brain), hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), hypertension (high blood pressure), paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat), gastro-esophageal reflux disease (acid reflux), low back pain, muscle weakness, obstructive and reflux uropathy (disorder of the urinary tract that occurs due to obstructed urinary flow), dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), unsteadiness on feet, abnormality of gait, repeated falls, cognitive communication deficit, and need for assistance with personal care. Record review of CR#1's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS score of 10 indicating moderate cognitive impairment. Section on Functional Abilities and goals revealed nothing was answered, no pressure injuries were noted, weight loss was answered no indicating no or unknown if loss of 5% or more in the last month or loss of 10% or more in last 6 months and no weight gain. Skin Conditions revealed CR#1 was indicated for pressure injuries and shows 1 stage 4 pressure ulcer (Stage 4 pressure ulcers are the most serious. These sores extend below the subcutaneous fat into your deep tissues, including muscle, tendons, and ligaments. In more severe cases, they can extend as far down as the cartilage or bone), and there was 1 unstageable (Unstageable pressure injuries are widely understood to be full-thickness pressure injuries in which the base is obscured by slough and/or eschar. Correct identification of these pressure injuries can be challenging among health care professionals and, although treatments vary, débridement is key) - slough and/or eschar (Eschar, pronounced es-CAR, is dead tissue that sheds or falls off from the skin. It's commonly seen with pressure ulcer wounds (bedsores). Eschar is typically tan, brown, or black, and may be crusty). Record review of CR# 1's Comprehensive Care plan undated revealed the following care areas: * an Actual pressure ulcer development r/t impaired mobility. Location #1 Sacral Stage 4 dated initiated 10/23/23 and revised on 11/10/23. A goal was for the resident to have intact skin, free of redness, blisters or discoloration by/through review date. The interventions were for an air mattress applied to bed dated initiated 11/10/23, call light in reach date initiated 10/23/23, encourage fluid intake and assist to keep skin hydrated dated 10/23/23, float heels as resident allows dated 10/23/23 and revised 11/10/23, Follow MD treatment as ordered date initiated 11/10/23, needs assistance to turn/reposition 10/23/23, notify nurse immediately of any new areas of skin breakdown: Redness, blisters, bruises, discoloration noted during bath or daily care date initiated 10/23/23, and weekly head to toe skin assessment date initiated 10/23/23. Requires assistance/potential to restore function to maximum self -sufficiency for mobility characterized by the following functions: positioning, locomotion/ambulation r/t: Impaired coordination date initiated 10/23/23. *ADL Self Care performance deficit r/t impaired cognition and functional decline following lumbar laminectomy and epidural hematoma s/p surgical evacuation date initiated 10/21/23. A goal was to safely perform ADLs at highest level of independence through the review date. The interventions included to explain all procedures/tasks before starting (10/23/23) .toilet use (toilet transfer, toilet hygiene): Requires staff participation to use toilet. Monitor for incontinent episodes and provide care. (date 10/23/23). *Has unplanned/unexpected weight loss r/t poor food intake date initiated 11/13/23. Goal: weight will return to baseline range by review date and will consume two of three meals/day through the review date. The interventions were to give supplements as ordered, Alert nurse/dietician if not consuming on a routine basis, If weight decline persists, contact physician and dietician immediately, Monitor and evaluate any weight loss, Determine percentage loss and follow facility protocol for weight loss, Monitor and record food intake at each meal, Offer and encourage snacks/fluids between meals, Remeron as appetite stimulant. *Has surgical incision to lumbar s/p laminectomy (surgery that creates space by removing bone spurs and tissues associated with arthritis of the spine). Date initiated 10/21/23. A goal was the surgical incision will show signs of healing and remain free from infection by/through review date. The interventions were to administer treatments as ordered and monitor for effectiveness and Monitor/document/report to MD PRN changes in skin status: appearance, color, wound healing, s/sx of infection, wound size and stage. Record review of CR#1's Medication Administration Record/Treatment Administration Record dated December 2023 revealed: -Wound care Left Heel: Cleanse with wound cleanser, pat dry, apply skin prep 3 x week every day shift every Mon, Wed, Fri for purplish blister left heel order date 11/28/23 was completed as ordered. -Wound care to stage 4 (sacral) pressure injury- cleanse with Dakin's solution, pat dry, apply sterile gauze and cover with dry dressing daily and prn when soiled or dislodged. every day shift -order date- 12/14/2023 was completed as ordered. -Wound care to stage 4 (sacral) pressure injury- cleanse with ns solution, pat dry, apply Santyl, apply calcium alginate, cover with dry dressing daily and prn when soiled or dislodged every day shift -order date-11/23/2023 was -d/c date-12/14/2023 was completed as ordered. -Low air loss mattress for skin maintenance- check function every shift order date 11/7/23 revealed it was not completed on 12/1/23 evening shift and 12/25/23 evening shift. Preventive Care-apply skin prep to bilateral heels every shift order date 11/7/23 revealed it was not completed on 12/1/23 evening shift, and 12/25/23 evening shift. Record review of Local Hospital Records for CR #1 dated 10/19/23 revealed review of systems, skin symptoms: no jaundice, no rash. There was no pressure injury noted. Record review of CR#1's licensed Nurse Initial admission Record completed by LVN A dated 10/21/23 revealed supportive devices were bed cradle, no alternating air mattress, no pressure re-distributing overlay mattress, no infections, and skin integrity revealed vertebrae (upper-mid) surgical incision with no skin issues noted. Record review of CR#1's LN Braden Scale for Predicting Pressure Sore Risk dated 10/21/23 indicated the following: *category: Moderate risk with score being 13.0. *Sensory perception: very limited: responds only to painful stimuli. Cannot communicate discomfort except by moaning or restlessness or has a sensory impairment which limits the ability to feel pain or discomfort over ½ of body. *Moisture: rarely moist: skin is usually dry; linen only requires changing at routine intervals. *Activity: Degree of physical activity: bedfast: confined to bed. *Mobility: Ability to change and control body position: Very limited: makes occasional slight changes in body or extremely position but unable to make frequent or significant changes independently. *Nutrition: Usual food intake pattern: Probably inadequate: Rarely eats a complete meal and generally eats only about ½ of any food offered. Protein intake include includes only 3 servings of meat or dairy products per day. Occasionally will take a dietary supplement. OR receives less than optimum amount of liquid diet or tube feeding. *Friction & Shear: Potential problem: Moves feebly or requires minimum assistance. During a move skin probably slides to some extent against sheets, chair, restraints or other devices. Maintain relatively good position in chair or bed most of the time but occasionally slides down. Record review of CR#1's IDT- Care Plan Review signed on 10/27/23 revealed an initial review where CR#1's family member did attend, and the resident did not require special treatments, procedures or devices. CR#1 was alert oriented x3 scoring 10 in BIMS. Record review did not reveal any issues with pressure ulcers. Record review of CR#1's Mini Nutritional assessment dated [DATE] at 4:47 p.m. revealed a score of 12 (meaning normal nutritional status) .weight 209 lbs. on 10/21/23, no decrease in food intake, weight loss during the last 3 months: .no psychological stress, mild dementia, BMI 23 or greater . Record review of CR#1's IDT- Care Plan Review signed on 12/20/23 revealed CR#1's family requested to discuss CR#1's care, and nothing was discussed regarding pressure ulcer. Record review of CR#1's IDT Care on 10/27/23 and 12/20/23 Plan Reviews did not reveal any notice about the Stage 4 Sacral Pressure Wound and the progression of the wound. Record review of CR#1's Weight and vitals dated 1/9/24 revealed the following weights: *10/21/23 - 209.8 lbs., *11/6/23 - 191.2 lbs., and *12/7/23 -182.8 lbs. Record review of CR #1's Physician Care Orders dated 1/10/24 revealed the following orders: *11/2/23-Unstageable: Sacral Pressure Injury- cleanse with normal saline solution, pat dry and apply calcium alginate, cover with dry dressing daily and PRN when soiled or displaced every day shift, discontinued date unknown. *11/2/23 -Unstageable: Sacral Pressure Injury- cleanse with normal saline solution, pat dry and apply calcium alginate, cover with dry dressing daily and PRN when soiled or displaced every 8 hours as needed, discontinued date unknown. *11/7/23-Low Air loss mattress for skin: Maintenance-check function every shift. *11/7/23-Preventive Care-apply skin prep to bilateral heels every shift. *11/8/23 -Mirtazapine Oral tablet 15 mg give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for appetite stimulant discontinued date unknown *11/9/23 -Wound care to stage 4 Sacral pressure injury-cleanse with normal saline solution, pat dry and apply calcium alginate, cover with dry dressing daily and PRN when soiled or displaced every day shift . *11/12/23-Left Heel: Apply skin prep leave open to air daily. Every shift for purplish blister left heel . *11/15/23-Mirtazapine Oral tablet 30 mg give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for appetite stimulant. *11/28/23-Wound care Left Heel: Cleanse with wound cleanser, pat dry, apply skin prep 3 x week every day shift every Monday, Wednesday, Friday for purplish blister left heel . *12/14/23-Wound care to stage 4 Sacral pressure injury-cleanse with Darkin's solution, pat dry, apply sterile gauze and cover with dry dressing daily and PRN when soiled or dislodged, Every 8 hours as needed. *12/27/23-Send resident to local hospital per family request for wound evaluation. One time only for evaluation until 12/27/23. Record review of CR#1's Wound Care notes dated 11/1/23 by Wound Care Doctor A revealed the following: location: sacrum. Physical Exam Details: Integumentary (hair, skin): Skin and subcutaneous tissue without rashes or lesions. Wound orders- Wound #1 Sacral: Cleanse wound with normal saline, wound dressing-apply alginate, cover wound with dry absorptive dressing, change dressing daily. Pressure relief/Offloading: air mattress, reposition per facility protocol, off-load wound. Additional orders: Plan of care discussed with facility staff, plan of care discussed with patient, follow up next week. Wound measurements: 5x5 cm, depth 0, area 25%. Wound encounter Initial exam, Unstageable pressure injury obscured full thickness skin and tissue loss, moderate sero-sanguineous (contains or relates to both blood and the part of blood -serum), normal for skin. Record review of CR#1's Wound Care Doctor notes dated 11/8/23 by Wound Care Doctor A indicated the following: *sacrum, *nutrition: poor appetite, getting multivitamins, *musculoskeletal: immobile, *Support surfaces: group 2 mattress. *Integumentary: dry wrinkled skin on lower extremities .Wound 1 Sacral Pressure ulcer .measurements 8.5 cm length x 10 cm width x depth 0 and area 85. *Wound description: Wound progress deteriorating, stage 4 pressure injury with moderate sero-sanguineous exudate, surrounding skin is normal for skin and moist yellow slough was 76 to 100% and there was exposed ligament and adipose necrosis. *Debridement details: post debridement measurements 8.5 cm length x 10 cm width x1.5 cm area, percent debrided 100, total area debrided 85 sq cm and volume was 127.5. Record review of CR#1's LN Skin Pressure Ulcer Weekly written by Clinical Resource dated 11/9/23 revealed: Pressure Ulcer Review Site 1, onset date 10/28/23, sacrum with 76-100% slough, Stage 4, size 8.5x10cm, depth 0, tunneling 0, undermining 0, exudate amount was serosanguinous, exudate amount was moderate, no odor, wound bed was slough, wound edges were macerated, and the surrounding tissues was normal for skin. Documented interventions and the residents response to the interventions included: cleanse with normal saline (NS), pat dry, apply calcium alginate, cover with dry dressing. Surgical debridement completed; resident tolerated well. CR #1 was not stated to experience pain. Comments included: Wound rounds completed with wound MD location #1: sacral etiology: Pressure stage 4 ([NAME]) Measurement: 8.5 cm x 10cm x 0 Risk factors: poor appetite, immobile, non-compliant with turning and repositioning and offloading. Laminectomy history. Interventions: 1. Air mattress, 2. Float heel as resident allows, 3. Therapy services, 4. Pain management, 5. RD to follow. Education provided: Wound MD educated resident on risk and benefit of noncompliance with off-loading. MD and Responsible Party notified of wound progression. Record review of CR#1's LN- Skin Pressure Ulcer Weekly dated 11/14/23 signed by LVN B and re-signed by Clinical Resource on 12/5/23 revealed: Pressure Ulcer Review site 1 follow up onset date 10/28/23, Sacrum 76-100% eschar, stage 4, size 6x8 cm, depth 4, tunneling 0, undermining 0, serosanguinous-moderate, no odor, wound bed was black/brown (eschar), wound edges macerated, surrounding tissue was normal for skin, surgical debridement. Cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply Santyl, apply calcium alginate, cover with dry dressing . Record review of CR#1's Wound Care Doctor notes revealed CR#1 did not see a Wound Care Doctor from 11/9/23 to 11/20/23 (12 days) with a Stage 4 Sacral Pressure Wound because he was asked not to return to the facility and there was no other Wound Care Doctor Record review of CR#1's LN- Skin Pressure Ulcer Weekly dated 11/21/23 and signed on 11/22/23 by LPN A revealed follow up onset 10/28/23, sacrum 100% adherent devitalized necrotic tissue, stage 4, size 8x9 cm, exudate type: serous (Serous drainage is a clear to yellow fluid that leaks out of a wound. It's slightly thicker than water .Too much serous fluid is a sign of an infection), amount scant, no odor, wound bed black/brown (eschar), wound edges defined, surrounding tissue normal for skin. Document interventions and the residents response to the interventions: cleanse with NS, pat dry, Santyl and calcium alginate and dover with gauze island with dry dressing for 30 days. Wound rounds completed with wound MD, location #1: sacrum etiology: Pressure stage 4 ([NAME]) Measurement: 8 cm x 9 cmx not measurable cm. Description: serous drainage, wound bed 100% eschar, no odor. Wound progression: deteriorated. Treatment: cleanse with normal saline, apply Santyl, apply calcium alginate and cover with dry dressing everyday . Record review of CR#1's Wound Care Doctor notes dated 11/21/23 by wound Care Doctor B revealed the following: CR#1 present with a wound on his sacrum and a rash *Review of Systems: Appetite- Fair, Supplements- Multivitamins, protein, Vitamin C . *Bed- group 2 . *Wound Exam (Site 1): Stage 4 pressure wound sacrum full thickness *wound size (LxWxD): 8x9x no measurable cm. Depth is unmeasurable due to presence of nonviable tissue and necrosis (Necrotic wounds are areas of tissue loss that occur following the death of their component cells. Once an area of tissue becomes devitalized, dead tissue build-up commences which might inhibit the rate at which wound repair occurs) *Surface area: 72.00 cm2 x exudate moderate serous (Serous drainage is a clear to yellow fluid that leaks out of a wound. It's slightly thicker than water .Too much serous fluid is a sign of an infection) and thick adherent devitalized necrotic tissue-100%. *Dressing Treatment Plan: Alginate calcium apply once daily for 30 days; Santyl apply once daily for 30 days. Secondary dressing(s): gauze island w/ bdr apply once daily 30 days. *Plan of Care reviewed and addressed: recommendations: off-load; reposition per facility protocol; turn side to side in bed every 1-2 hours if able. Site 1: Surgical excisional debridement procedure: remove necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. *Consent for procedure: treatment options-risks-benefits and the possible need for subsequent additional procedures on this wound were explained were explained on 11/21/23 to the patient who indicated agreement to proceed with the procedures. Procedure note: The wound was cleansed with normal saline and anesthesia was achieved using topical benzocaine. Then with clean surgical technique, 15 blade was used to surgically excise 14.4 cm2 of devitalized tissue and necrotic muscle level tissue were removed at a depth of 0.5 cm and healthy bleeding tissue was observed. As a result of this procedure, the non-viable tissue in the wound bed decreased from 100% to 80%. Hemostasis was achieved and a clean dressing was applied. *Post-operative recommendations and updates to the plan of care are documented in the Assessment and plan section below. *Post-debridement assessment of this previously unstageable necrotic wound has revealed the underlying deep tissue (pressure ulcer described as purple or maroon localized area of discolored intact skin or blood filled blister due to damange of underlying soft tissue from pressure and/or shear) at the muscle/fascia level, which had been obscured by necrosis prior to this point. This Wound has now revealed itself to be a Stage 4 pressure injury. This is not a wound deterioration. *Other diagnosis: Irritant dermatitis from body fluid: location buttock for at least 1 day, *history: bilateral buttocks, *treatment: zinc oxide-based barrier cream as directed. *Coordination of Care: Data and history pertinent to this patient's care were obtained via CR#1, nursing staff, nursing facility records. CR#1's plan of care was discussed with CR#1, nursing staff member. The clinical documentation for this consultation was made available to the referring physician. This documentation has also been made available for access to the appropriate personnel and placement in the medical record. Record review of CR#1's LN-Skin Pressure Ulcer Weekly dated 11/28/23 and signed by LPN A revealed: Follow up, not present on admission, onset date 10/28/23, Sacrum, stage 4, size 8x9 cm, moderate serous exudate, no odor, wound bed black/brown (eschar), wound edges: macerated, surrounding tissue normal for skin, cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply Santyl and calcium alginate and cover with dry dressing daily. Pressure ulcer review Site 2, onset date unknown, left heel unstageable deep tissue injury (DTI), size 3x4cm, document interventions and the residents response to the interventions: skin prep to area and leave open to air . Record review of CR#1's Wound Care Doctor notes dated 11/28/23 by wound Care Doctor B revealed CR#1 has wounds on his sacrum and left heel .Focused Wound Exam (Site 1) Stage 4 Pressure Wound Sacrum full thickness. Wound size (LxWxD): 8 x 9 x not measurable, Depth is unmeasurable due to presence of nonviable tissue and necrosis. Surface area: 72.00 cm2, exudate: moderate serous, thick adherent devitalized necrotic tissue: 100%, wound progress: not at goal. Site 1: Surgical excisional debridement procedure: Indication for procedure: Remove necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. Consent for procedure: Treatment options-risks-benefits and the possible need for subsequent additional procedures on this wound were explained on 11/21/23 .Focused Wound Exam (Site 2): Unstageable DTI of the left heel partial thickness .Wound size (L x W x D): 3 x 4 x not measurable cm2, surface area: 12.00 cm2, exudate: none. Coordination of Care: . Data and history pertinent to this patient's care were obtained via CR#1, nursing staff, nursing facility records. CR#1's plan of care was discussed with CR#1, nursing staff member. The clinical documentation for this consultation was made available to the referring physician Record review of CR#1's Wound Care Doctor notes dated 12/5/23 by wound Care Doctor B revealed CR#1 has wounds on his sacrum and left heel .Wound size (L x W x D): 9.5 x 9 x not measurable cm. Surface area: 85.50 cm2, moderate serous, thick adherent devitalized necrotic tissue: 70%, granulation tissue: 30%, wound progress: improved evidenced by increased granulation, decreased necrotic tissue. Focused wound exam (site 2): unstageable DTI of the left heel partial thickness. Wound size: (L x W x D): 3x4x not measurable cm, surface area: 12.00 cm2, exudate: none, Wound progress: at goal. Dressing treatment plan: skin prep apply three times per week for 23 days .recommendations: float heels in bed; off-load wound. Summarized Wound Care Assessment and Individualized Treatment Plan . Procedure today: Surgical excisional debridement was performed today on this wound . Record review of CR#1's LN-Skin Pressure Ulcer Weekly dated 12/5/23 and signed by LPN A revealed: Follow-up, not present on admission, onset date unknown, sacrum, full thickness stage 4, size 9.5x 9 cm, depth 0, moderate serous, no odor. Pressure Ulcer Review Site 2, follow up, not present on admission, onset date unknown, left heel unstageable DTI (slough/eschar), 3 x 4 cm, depth 0, skin prep to area and leave open to air . Record review of CR#1's LN-Skin Pressure Ulcer Weekly dated 12/14/23 signed by LPN A, follow-up .sacrum stage 4, 11x11 cm, moderate serous, Pressure Ulcer Review Site 2 Left heel, unstageable DTI with intact skin, skin prep 3 times a week. Additional documentation/comments: Wound rounds with Wound Dr. for location #1: sacrum etiology: Pressure stage 4 ([NAME]) procedure: surgical excisional debridement, measurement 11cmx 11cm x 0cm. Description: moderate serous drainage, wound bed 60% necrotic tissue, 40% granulation tissue. Odor present. Wound progression: improved evident by increased granulation, decreased necrotic tissue. Treatment: clean with Darkin's solution, apply sterile gauze and cover with dry dressing every day. Location #2: left heel etiology: Pressure unstageable DTI with intact skin, measurement: 3 cm x 4 cm x 0 cm. Treatment: Record review of CR#1's LN-Skin Pressure Ulcer Weekly dated 12/19/23 signed by LPN A revealed: Follow up sacrum full thickness, stage 4 size 11 x 12 cm, surgical excisional debridement performed. Cleanse with Darkin's solution, pack with sterile gauze and cover with dry dressing daily. Pressure Ulcer Site 3: Follow up, onset date unknown for Left heel unstageable DTI with intact skin- Resolved. Record review of CR#1's Wound Care Doctor notes dated 12/14/23 by wound Care Doctor B revealed CR#1 has wounds on his sacrum and left heel. Wound size (LxWxD): 11x11x not measurable cm. Surface area: 121.00 cm2, exudate: moderate serous, thick adherent devitalized necrotic tissue: 60%, granulation tissue: 40%, Wound progress: improved evidenced by increased granulation, decreased necrotic tissue .Procedure today: Surgical excisional debridement was performed today on this wound .Dressing Treatment Plan: Skin prep three times per week. Record review of CR#1's Wound Care Doctor notes dated 12/19/23 by wound Care Doctor B revealed CR#1 has wounds on his sacrum, left heel and a rash .Skin: Back- wound present, left lower extremity- dermatitis, right lower extremity-dermatitis. Wound size (L x W x D): 11x12x not measurable cm. Depth is unmeasurable due to presence of nonviable tissue and necrosis. Surface area: 132.00 cm2, exudate: moderate serous, thick adherent devitalized necrotic tissue- 50%, granulation tissue: 50%, Wound progress: improved evidenced by increased granulation, decreased necrotic tissue. Dressing Treatment plan: Gauze sponge sterile apply once daily for 25 days; sodium hypochlorite solution (Dakin's) apply once a day for 25 days. Secondary dressing: gauze island with bdr apply once daily for 25 days Site 1: Surgical excisional debridement procedure: remove necrotic tissue and establish the margins of viable tissue. Consent for procedure: Treatment options-risks-benefits and the possible need to subsequent additional procedure on this wound were explained on 11/21/23 to the patient who indicated agreement to proceed with the procedure(s). Focused Wound Exam (Site 2): Unstageable DTI of the left heel (Resolved on 12/19/23). Record review of CR#1's Daily Skilled notes from 12/21/23-12/25/23 written by RN A had the same entry for all skilled notes: Cognition: alert, oriented x2 .Integumentary: Overall skin description is skin warm and dry to touch. There are No active symptoms effecting the Integumentary system observed. No active skin condition(s) or treatments observed. other skilled treatments: bed mobility: self-performance- total dependence, bed mobility: support provided-two+ persons physical assist, transfer: self-performance total dependence transfer: support provided- two+ persons physical assist, eating: self-performance total dependence- eating: support provided -two+ persons physical assist, toilet use: self-performance total dependence- toilet use: support provided one person physical assist, additional documentation: no education/teaching provided Record review of CR#1's Progress notes dated 12/27/23 at 12:10 p.m. written by ADON B revealed, Social worker came to this ADON stating that resident [CR#1] family had sent an email in regards of wanting resident [CR#1] to be sent to ER at [Local Hospital] for wound evaluation, and to see if an order can be given to send resident [CR#1]. This ADON notified NP Doctor and she gave a verbal order to send resident to ER per family request .and transportation is set for today, pick-up between 2-3pm, this ADON also informed CR#1's family member that family will be paying for transport . Record review of CR#1's Daily Skilled Note dated 12/27/23 at 4:48 p.m. written by LVN C revealed, Vitals dated 12/26/23: blood pressure 115/70, temperature 97.3, no pain .Cognition: alert x2 .Integumentary: Overall skin description is: skin warm and dry to touch. There are No active symptoms effecting the Integumentary system observed. No active skin condition(s) or treatments observed. Record review of CR#1's Hospital Radiology report by MD dated 12/27/23 at 9:17 p.m. revealed: There is a large sacral decubitus ulcer noted that appears to extend down to the level of the bone with lucency of the tip of the coccyx though diffuse overall osteopenia making osteomyelitis difficult to exclude . IMPRESSION: 1. Possible sacrococcygeal osteomyelitis (infection in the bone), MRI would best evaluate. Please correlate. 2. Moderate fecal retention suggesting constipation and possible impaction, please correlate . Record review of CR#1's Hospital Wound Care Documentation dated 12/27/23 at 9:50 p.m. by hospital RN revealed: Wound, pressure injury, bony prominence, sacrum, pressure injury present on admit, Stage 4, Length 14, width 15, depth 3, wound treatment performed on 12/27/23 at 10:50 p.m. by RN, tunneling under skin, moderate exudate, wound exudate was purulent, Strong odor, necrotic tissue-eschar, surrounding tissue boggy-ecchymotic (discoloration of the skin due to the rupture of the blood vessels below the surface), wound status is deteriorating, gauze, damp to dry. Record review of CR#1's Hospital note dated 12/27/23 at 10:08 p.m. revealed, As related to the inpatient hospital stay starting on 12/27/2023 10:08 PM. Provider response text: sepsis due to Sacral osteomyelitis, present on admission Risk Factors: HP 12/27: 78 M with Sacral osteomyelitis, Sacral pressure ulcer, Transaminitis S/S: ED Assessment 12/27: stage 4 wound, 15cm wide x 14cm long x 3cm deep, infected wound tunneling under the skin, with eschar pockets and fowl smelling HP 12/27: Blood pressure on the low side, large decubitus ulcer on the sacrum, CT showed possible sacrococcygeal osteomyelitis Vital sign 12/27: Blood pressure 89/69_82/61, Heart rate 95-106, Lab 12/28: Sedimentation rate (level of protein in blood) 120, C Reactive Protein 82.1, Procalcitonin 0.11, WBC 11.5 Record review of CR#1 Hospital Drug Therapy Management Order Details Dated 12/27/2023 11:05 p.m. signed by MD revealed: Indication for Vancomycin : Bone and joint infection Vancomycin Anticipated Duration : 7 day. Record review of CR#1's Hospital Miscellaneous Progress note dated 12/29/23 at 5:15 p.m. revealed:: ED assessment 12/27: cleaned with saline, packed with wet to dry dressing. HP 12/27: started on cefepime/vancomycin .IV fluids, id/ortho consult in the morning Clinic Nurse 12/28 (gen sx): bedside debridement will be done with wound care nursing, possible colostomy. -- Sepsis due to Sacral osteomyelitis, present on admission, -- Sepsis due to Sacral pressure ulcer, present on admission, -- Sepsis due to Gram positive bacteremia, present on admission ED Assessment 12/27: stage 4 wound, infected wound tunneling under the skin, with eschar pockets and fowl smelling. HP 12/27: Blood pressure on the low side, large decubitus ulcer on the sacrum, CT showed possible sacrococcygeal osteomyelitis Lab 12/27-29: Chloride 113_120_117 (amount of chloride in the blood), CO2 22_22 (the presence of the gas carbon dioxide. Record review of Hospital Progress note dated 12/29/23 at 12:27 p.m. by MD revealed: Discussed with Wound Care. Agree with wound vac would be a good option for. This will all slough off with the[TRUNCATED]
Sept 2023 6 deficiencies 2 IJ (1 affecting multiple)
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Deficiency F0726 (Tag F0726)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews the facility failed to ensure that licensed nurses have the specific competencies and skill sets necessary to care for residents' needs, as identified through resident assessments, and described in the plan of care for 2 of 21 nurses (LVN A and LVN G) reviewed for competencies and skill sets for assessments. 1. The facility failed to ensure LVN A immediately and properly assessed CR#1 after the resident's change in condition was identified by CNA B as reported to be acting abnormally. 2. The facility failed to immediately and properly assess CR#1 after an additional change in condition was identified by CNA B as reported to appear pale and not look good. 3. The facility failed to assess and monitor CR#1 for approximately 10 hours after a change in condition was identified. 4. The facility failed to complete competency checks for LVN A and LVN G. 5. The facility failed to complete competency checks prior to the nurses assuming job duties An Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) situation was identified on 09/09/23. The IJ template was provided to the facility on [DATE] at 6:25 PM. While the IJ was lowered on 09/15/23, the facility remained out of compliance at a scope of isolated and a severity level of actual harm that is not an Immediate Jeopardy, because all staff had not been effectively trained to ensure residents receive ongoing monitoring after a change in condition is identified. These failures placed residents at risk of harm, including death from delayed medical intervention and prompt treatment. Findings include: In an interview with the DON on 9/29/23 at 1:26 PM, she said that she did the initial orientation with newly hired nurses and met with them for the electronic software training. She said then, new hires shadowed the floor with a nurse; or, whatever their discipline is over a period of 4 days. The DON said on the 1st day they (new hires) shadowed someone; on the 2nd or 3rd day, they worked with a few residents; and the 4th day the new hire will provided resident care with someone overseeing them. She said a new nurse, as in first nursing job, had a longer orientation. The DON said the facility planned a skills fair for staff on 8/9/23. She said part of the purpose of the fair was to have staff complete their checklists, and set up a RT (respiratory training). She said the fair did not happen , and would need to be rescheduled. She said she was setting up a competency check off list. She said the last batch of new hires were given the competency checklist to complete . The DON said the checklist was to be checked off and returned back to the DON. She said prior to this new process, the DON discussed things with new hires, but did not have a formalized document or system. The DON said the nurses that were not new, had a yearly competency check. She said she did not know what was done to assess nurse competency prior to her start at the facility a few months ago. The DON said at that time, she only had competency checks for nurses hired within the last two weeks. She said she did not have competency checks for any other nurses . She said she did not really have competency checks for original nurses. The DON said she implemented the new system within the last 2 weeks. Surveyor requested the competency checks for the new hires as well as a blank document. In an interview with the DON on 9/29/25 at 2:34 PM, she said she did not have any completed forms for the newly hired nurses, as they had not returned the document to her. DON provided a blank competency check. In an interview with the Administrator on 9/29/23 at 2:40 PM, he said he had lessons learned on this journey. He said the facility had started performing competency checks on nursing staff. He said the facility would complete competency checks before the new staff could get a schedule. He said, moving forward, during the staff morning meeting, the Administrator would ask about any staff scheduled for orientation. He said he had worked at the facility since September 2021. The administrator said nursing competency would be taken care of by the nursing team, but now he would be heavily involved in the process. In an interview with Clinical Resource and Clinical Market Leader on 9/29/23 at 3:02 PM, they said the DON should monitor to ensure the competency of nursing staff simply based on the nurses work being in the building . She said DON does that. Historically there wasn't a system. She said new hires skills check off was a system in place, and DON wasn't doing them, but the annual competency check was in place. Surveyor requested a copy of each nurse's competency check off, but it was not provided to surveyor before exit. At the time of exit, the facility was unable to provide any completed competency check forms for LVN A and LVN G. The facility was unable to provide any new hire competency check off forms. Record review of LVN A Employee file revealed LVN A was hired on 7/18/23. The New Employee Orientation Checklist dated 7/18/23 was blank and not signed off by a supervisor. The employee file did not include a competency check list. Record review of LVN G Employee file revealed her hire date was 11/16/21. The employee file did not have a New Employee Orientation Checklist or Competency Checklist. CR#1 Record review of CR#1's face sheet, dated 09/05/23, revealed CR#1 was a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility, from the hospital, on 08/25/23. He was diagnosed with displaced fracture of base of neck of right femur sequela (condition or injury related femur fracture); unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition; Alzheimer's Disease. Unspecified; acute osteomyelitis (inflammation of bone caused by infection) of the left femur; other complications of sequela procedure, not elsewhere classified; generalized muscle weakness; dysphagia (difficulty swallowing foods or liquids) oropharyngeal phase ; unspecified lack of coordination; and cognitive communication deficit. Record review of CR#1's MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS Summary score of 1 indicating severe cognitive impairment. Physical and verbal behaviors exhibited and significantly interfered with the resident's care. The functional status revealed bed mobility, locomotion off the unit, dressing, toilet use and personal hygiene were extensive assistance with two person physical assist and two person assist for transfer. Record review of CR#1's Care Plan , revised on 09/01/23 revealed, CR#1 had interventions for falls, nutrition, sand pressure ulcers, but no diagnosis or specification for CR#1 requiring those interventions. CR#1 was at risk for falls; therapy evaluation and treatment per order, ensure call light is in reach and encourage its use for assistance, bed in lowest position, bedside floor mats, maintain clear pathways free of clutter. Nutritional problems; administer medications as ordered, monitor/document side effects and effectiveness, unspecified diet as ordered, provide supplements as ordered. Resident had potential for pressure ulcer development; encourage fluid intake and assist keeping skin hydrated, monitor nutritional status, intake and record, serve diet as ordered, weekly head to toe assessment. He also took anxiety medication; give medications as ordered and monitor/document side effects and effectiveness, monitor, record, document behavior symptoms. CR#1 wished to be discharged back to memory care; establish a pre-discharge plan, make arrangements to support independence post-discharge. He also had an unspecified infection; maintain standard precautions when providing care, monitor temperature and pulse. The resident was on hypnotic therapy related to Insomnia; daily recommended dose not to be exceeded unless ordered by MD, inform of risks, benefits and side effects, precede or accompany hypnotic use by other interventions to improve sleep. CR#1 elected full-code status; initiate full-code measures in case of cardia arrest, to include CPR and AED use. He was at risk of impaired cognitive function related to Alzheimer's Disease; keep routine consistent, give step-by-step instructions, use simple instructions and provide cues when necessary. The resident had a self-care performance deficit; transfers required 2-person assist, encourage resident to participate to the fullest extent possible with each interaction. He had the potential for mood problems related to admission; encourage to express feelings, assist to identify strengths and positive coping skills. CR#1 was resistive to care related to Alzheimer's Disease; give clear instructions for all care activities, allow to make decisions about treatment regime. Record review of CR#1's physician orders revealed the following: CR#1 was full-code status. Record Review of CR#1's Progress Notes revealed: Effective Date: 08/31/2023 08:27 Type: Nursing Resident was resting quietly in bed lying supine (facing upward) on LVN A first round of the shift. CNA B gave resident 3 half sandwiches for snack. CNA B reports to LVN A that resident has been agreeable with brief changes this shift, lifting up his buttocks so he can be changed. LVN A rounded resident more frequently because his legs were observed coming out of the bed on the side of bed next to the air conditioner. SN put resident's legs back in the bed 3 times & covered him with his sheet & blanket. SN asked resident if he needed anything & he didn't answer. Resident was observed resting with eyes closed after the 3rd time of placing his legs back in bed. LVN A & CNA B took turns making rounds on resident to make sure he was comfortable, safe in the bed & needs met. CNA B told SN that she thought resident's color looked yellow. LVN A observed resident to be his normal pale color. SN did not observe resident in any distress on any round SN made. Author: LVN A Nursing - LPN Effective Date: 08/31/2023 08:34 Type: Nursing DON notified Physician Assistant of resident's passing. DON attempted to notify Family Member. Called 3 times, phone went to voicemail each time, left HIPAA compliant voice message for call back. DON attempted to notify RP. Called and left HIPAA compliant voice message for call back. There is a note not to inform with emergencies so she was not called. Author: DON Effective Date: 08/31/2023 08:43 Type: Nursing DON notified by phone at about 0725 that resident was found unresponsive. Nursing staff initiated CPR. Author: DON 08/31/2023 9:11 Author: DON DON spoke to RP and notified him of resident passing. DON explained how resident was found and that CPR was initiated, EMS took over however unable to recover pulse. He stated he would be speaking to his mother to let her know about resident passing. DON informed him that Medical Examiner would be transporting CR#1 to the ME office, where the family can view him at that time. RP verbalizes understanding of this. Record Review of the City Fire department report dated 08/31/2023 revealed in relevant part: Alarm Time: 07:32:54, 08/31/2023; Arrival Time: 07:39:56, 08/31/2023 Incident Narrative: Fire Department was dispatched to a CPR call to the (facility) address mentioned above. Medic arrived on scene at the same time. Patient contact was made and staff had initiated CPR. Medic assumed care. After providing care and continuing CPR, Medic declared field term. Use: EMS Response Delays: None/No delays Dispatch Time: 07:35:55, 08/31/2023 Enroute Time: 07:35:55, 08/31/2023 Arrival Time: 07:35:56, 08/31/2023 Clear Time: 08:02:01, 08/31/2023 Actions Taken: Provide basic life support (BLS) Record review of EMS Patient Care Report revealed in relevant part: Date of Service: 08/31/2023; Nature of call: Cardiac Arrest/Death; Pt. Found: In bed; Times: En route: 07:35 08-31-23 At scene: 07:39 08-31-23 At Patient: 07:42 08-31-23 In service: 08:15 08-31-23 Primary Symptoms: Cardiac Arrest Assessments completed revealed: Cardiac Arrest-Yes prior to Ems arrival Resuscitation Attempted-Attempted verification; initiated chest compressions Initial CPR-2023-08-31 07:42:00 Estimated Time of Arrest: >20 minutes CPR Prior to Arrival-Yes Resuscitation Attempted by: Healthcare professional (non-EMS) Patient Dead on Arrival: No CPR Types: Compressions-External Plunger Type Device CPR provided prior to EMS care-Yes AED Used prior to EMS care-Yes, applied with defibrillation End of Cardiac Arrest event-Expired in the field AED used by-Healthcare professional (non-EMS) CPR provided by-Healthcare professional (non-EMS) Narrative: Medic dispatched emergency traffic to listed address for cardiac arrest. Unit responded immediately with no delays en route. Unit arrived on scene of nursing home along with fire department. Crew was met at front door by nursing home staff and guided to PT room. Upon entering room, nursing staff was performing manual chest compression along with BVM ventilation. Nursing staff had AED in place but stated that they had not delivered and defibrillations. PT was found to be a [AGE] year old male lying in supine position on bed inside of nursing home. PT was noted to be pulseless, apneic (involuntarily and temporarily stop breathing), and unresponsive. PT was found to be emaciated (abnormally thin an weak) . Nursing staff stated PT was a full code. Manual CPR and BVM ventilations were taken over from nursing staff. Nursing staff stated that PT was last seen approximately 30-45 minutes prior to EMS arrival. Nursing staff stated that they performed shift change and PT was found unresponsive and pulseless after shift change. Nursing staff stated that they immediately called 911. BC arrived on scene and report was given. Epinephrine was administered. Cardiac rhythm was noted to change to PEA. ETCO2 was noted to steadily decline throughout call until reading 0, BC was consulted, and decision was made to perform field termination due to ETCO2 reading of 0, no neurologic response including pupillary reaction, and lack of improvement despite interventions. Field termination was performed. Crew remained on scene until law enforcement arrived on scene. Law enforcement arrived on scene, scene was left with law enforcement. In an interview with EMS Medic Supervisor on 09/08/23 at 11:26 AM, he said when EMS arrived at the scene a facility staff was improperly performing chest compressions on CR#1. He said the staff could not provide an account of what may have been happening with CR#1 prior to him being found responsive because he had not been seen by anyone at least 30 minutes prior. He said the resident appeared to be pale, but was still warm to the touch. He said the staff was not performing the compressions deep enough into the resident's chest when EMS arrived. He said the resident was also lying in his bed without a cardiac board underneath him, which was inappropriate. He said the risk associated the improper CPR interventions was further injury and possibly death. He said EMS immediately took over life saving measures for CR#1 from the facility staff. Record review of CR#1's electronic record revealed that there was not an assessment completed for CR#1 on 8/30 through 8/31/23. In an interview with CNA B on 09/07/23 at 2:16 PM, she said when she checked on CR #1 around 8:00 or 9:00 PM, he looked agitated and desperate to get out of his bed. She said CR #1 was typically aggressive with staff when they had to touch him to assist him. She said CR #1 allowed her to assist him with removing his clothing without any resistance. She said CR #1 normally spoke in small phrases. She said CR#1 did not speak at all. She said CR#1 was usually cold and liked to keep his blanket on top of CR#1. She said that night, it seemed like CR#1 did not care about not being covered up with his blanket. She said she went to the nurses station and told LVN A that CR#1 was acting abnormal. She said she checked on CR#1 again between 11:00 PM and midnight. She said the resident still looked agitated and was not speaking. She said CR#1 felt cold to the touch, appeared pale, and his veins were very visible and green. She said CR#1 was looking up at the ceiling in the direction of the light, with both arms stretched out like he was reaching for the light. She said CR#1's legs were off of his bed, so she assisted him with adjusting back into his bed. She said the resident did not resist CNA B touching him this time either. She said between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM, CNA C assisted her with CR#1's incontinent care. She said CR #1 was still looking at the ceiling and reaching toward the light with both arms. She said CNA C told her CR#1 looked like he was not going to make it. She said she told CNA C that LVN A was already aware of CR#1's condition. She said the last time she saw CR#1 was around 6:00 AM when she passed by CR#1's room, she said she could see he was still lying in his bed with both arms still stretched out toward the ceiling. She said around 6:30 AM, she went back to LVN A to ask if she checked on CR#1. She said she told LVN A CR#1 still did not look good. She said LVN A told her she might go check on CR#1 again. She said she did not know whether LVN A assessed CR#1. She said she did not tell anyone else about the resident's change in condition. She said she did not see CR#1 again before leaving the facility at 7:00 AM. She said a change in condition was when a resident had a change in behavior. She said when she observed a change in condition in a resident, she was supposed to notify the nurse. She said she never saw CR#1 with a ribbon . She said she never observed CR#1 put anything in his mouth. In an interview with CNA C on 09/07/23 at 12:46 PM, she said around 5:00 AM she assisted CNA B with the CR#1's incontinent care. CNA C said this was her first time helping CNA B with CR#1's incontinent care. She said CR#1 typically fought and grabbed staff during care. She said CR#1 did not like to be touched. She said CR#1 looked ill. She said CR#1 just did not look good at all. She said CR#1 was lying in his bed and appeared pale from the neck up. She said CR#1's body was shaking the entire time CNA B and CNA C provided CR#1 incontinent care. She said she told CNA B that CR#1 needed to be checked by a nurse. She said CNA B told CNA C she already reported CNA B's concerns about CR#1 to LVN A . She said after she and CNA B finished with CR#1, she went back to the 200 hall. She said she only saw CR#1 during incontinent care on that day. She said she did not report her concerns about CR #1 to LVN A because CNA B told her she had already reported to LVN A, and CNA B was CR #1's regular care staff. She said a change in condition was when a resident lost weight or became aggressive. She said if she observed a change in condition in a resident, she would report it to a nurse. In an interview with LVN A on 09/07/23 at 3:11 PM, she said she saw CR#1 at least 3 times throughout her shift. She said each time she went into CR#1's room that night, LVN A placed CR#1's legs back in his bed because they were hanging off to the side. She said CNA B performed frequent rounds on residents considered fall risks. She said CR#1 was a fall risk. She said some time in the middle of her 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift, CNA B told LVN A CR#1 was yellow or pale. She said CNA B did tell LVN A CR#1 looked pale. She said she could not remember the exact time. She said she immediately went to CR #1's room to check on him. LVN A said she stood at CR#1's bedside and observed him. She said CR#1 did not speak to LVN A, but CR#1 did acknowledge LVN A's presence. LVN A said CR#1 was lying in in the center of his bed, on his back. She said she observed CR#1's legs, fingers, chest and face but nothing seemed different about the resident. She said she checked CR#1's breathing by observing the rise and fall of his chest and CR#1 was breathing fine. She said she never saw CR#1 with a ribbon or with his hands stretched out reaching toward the ceiling of CR#1's room. She said based on her nursing knowledge and observations of CR#1, LVN A said she did not see a change of condition in CR#1. She said even though CNA B said CR#1 was pale, LVN A did not see anything negative with CR#1. LVN A said when she performed a resident assessment she checked vitals, asked if they have any complaints or pain, verify medications had been given on time; and, identify any skin issues. She said she checked CR#1's vitals when she began her shift. LVN A said she felt she completed a thorough assessment on CR#1 at the time CNA B expressed concerns about CR#1. LVN A said she did not check CR#1's vitals. She said there was no specific reason why she did not check CR#1's vitals. She said she did not feel like it was necessary to check CR#1's vitals. She said if CR#1 exhibited a change in condition at the time LVN A observed CR#1, LVN A would have checked CR#1's vitals and documented her assessment. She said she should have checked CR#1's blood pressure, but still felt like LVN A performed a thorough assessment on CR#1. She said she had not completed any trainings since transferring to the facility. LVN A said however, as nurse she had been trained on change of condition, nursing assessments, and abuse, neglect and exploitation. She did not notify the DON or CR#1's physician. She said she did not recall whether she told the oncoming nurse, LVN C, about CNA B's concerns for CR#1. LVN A said she did a final round on the 400 hall between 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM. She said when she checked on CR#1 there was no distress. In an interview with CNA A on 09/06/2023 at 2:21 PM, she said she arrived at the facility for work and made it to 400 hall around 7:18 AM. She said LVN A and LVN B were near room [ROOM NUMBER] doing morning report for their shift change. She said she was the only CNA that worked 400 hall during the 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM shift. She said she began doing her rounds on the 400 hall. She said when she got to room [ROOM NUMBER], CR#1 looked like he had passed away. She said she observed him lying in bed, with his arms crossed, and one hand on top of the other. She said she thought this was strange because CR#1 always did a lot of moving throughout the night. She said she had never found the resident in his bed with his sheets or covers perfectly straightened out on top of him She said she touched his hand and shoulder, and they were ice cold. She said she went into the hall where LVN A and LVN B were, standing near room [ROOM NUMBER], and told LVN A and LVN B CR#1 had died. She said LVN A walked away from CNA A and LVN B ran to CR#1's room. She said when CNA A and LVN B made it to CR#1's room, LVN B asked where LVN A went and began yelling for LVN A to come assist LVN B. She said LVN B yelled for LVN A to call 911, while LVN B called the DON. She said she went to hall 200 to alert LVN E to assist LVN B in CR#1's room. She said on her way back to the resident's room, LVN A was still standing at the nurse's station. She said when she made it to CR#1's room, LVN C was performing CPR on the resident in his bed. Interview with LVN B on 09/06/23 at 2:51 PM, she said CNA A told LVN A and LVN B CR#1 was in his room unresponsive. She said she immediately went to CR#1's room. She said she knew She said she knew CR#1 had been deceased for at least two hours. CR#1 was already deceased because his jaw was contracted and had no color to his skin. She said this was around 7:15 AM. She said she checked his pulse and respiration but none were present. She said around 7:20 AM, she used a blood pressure machine with a cuff, on the resident to check his blood pressure. She said there was no blood pressure read; the machine kept giving an error message. LVN B said she asked LVN A if she observed a change in condition with CR#1. She said LVN A told her LVN A checked on CR#1 30 minutes prior. LVN B said she told LVN A she did not check on CR#1 30 minutes prior. LVN B said she was sitting at the front desk, near the nurses station and remembered looking at the clock at 6:35 AM. LVN B said LVN A was sitting at the nurses station at 6:35 AM. She said she did not know for sure whether LVN A did or did not leave the nurses station to check on CR#1. LVN B said she called the DON once CR#1 around 7:30 AM. In an interview with the DON on 09/08/23 at 10:50 AM, she said all facility nurses had been trained to complete and document an assessment after a reported resident change in condition. She said an assessment consisted of observing the resident from head to toe, speaking with the resident and checking vital signs and blood pressure. The DON said it was her expectation and standard practice for a change in condition to be documented in a resident's electronic health record. She said even if a nurse assessed a resident and found no change in condition, a nurse was still expected to document what they observed and what they did for the resident. The DON said if a nurse did identify a change in condition, they documented using the change in condition assessment tool in the resident's electronic health record. She said the nurse was also responsible for contacting the resident's doctor and following any directives provided, notifying the DON and the responsible party. She said change in condition notifications were also supposed to be documented in the resident's electronic health record. She said she was unaware a change in condition with CR#1 was reported to LVN A between 8:00 or 9:00 PM on 08/30/23. The DON said when she spoke to LVN A immediately following CR#1's full code incident, LVN A told her she assessed CR#1 after CNA B reported a change in condition in CR#1 between 3:30 AM and 7:00 AM. The DON said she was responsible for reviewing and following up on a change in condition assessments. She said she reviewed CR#1's electronic health record on 08/31/23. She said LVN A entered a progress note summarizing what the CNA told LVN A and what LVN A observed. She said she could not recall whether she reviewed a change in condition assessment for CR#1. She said vitals were documented for CR#1, which were within normal levels. The DON said she did not realize the vitals documented in CR#1's electronic health record were entered by LVN E around 1:00 AM , until made aware by surveyors. She said she was unaware LVN A did not complete an assessment on CR#1 after his reported change in condition. She said she was not aware LVN A did not check CR#1's vitals signs nor blood pressure. She said LVN A should have performed an assessment on CR#1 after the reported change in condition, documented her findings and made notifications, if it was necessary. She said the risk of not performing an assessment after a reported change in condition was a potential delay in medical care. In an interview with the Administrator on 09/08/23 at 12:51 PM, he said he was unaware of CR #1's change in condition was reported to LVN A between 8:00 or 9:00 PM on 08/30/23. He said based on the current status of the facility's investigation, CNA B reported CR#1's change in condition to LVN A around 3:30 AM on 08/30/23. He said he was not aware LVN A did not check CR#1's vitals after CR#1's change in condition was reported to her. He said he was not aware there was no documented change of condition assessment for CR#1 on 08/30/23 or 08/31/23. He said if LVN A did not perform an assessment or check CR#1's vital signs after the change in condition was reported to LVN A, LVN A should have completed both tasks and documented her findings in CR#1's electronic health record. He said the DON was responsible for reviewing resident assessments. He said based on the facility's investigation, the DON reviewed all documentation related to the incident with CR#1 on 08/31/23. Record review of LVN A Employee file revealed the New Employee Orientation Checklist dated 7/18/23 was blank and not signed off by a supervisor. The employee file did not include a competency check list. This was determined to be an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) on 09/09/23 at 6:25 PM. The Administrator was notified. The Administrator was provided the IJ template on 09/09/23 at 6:25 PM. The POR submitted by the Administrator was accepted on 09/13/23 at 3:47 PM. The POR revealed: Plan of Removal F726 P09/09/2023 The facility failed to provide an ongoing monitoring of a resident after a change in condition was identified and reported. 1. The Medical Director was notified of IJ on 09/09/2023 at 8:22 pm 2. Review of all 86 resident's progress notes by, RN, and, RN for Change of Condition completed 09/09/2023- all changes in condition that were identified were documented with appropriate interventions. No negative findings were identified 3. Staff on duty were interviewed by, RN, and, RN for any reports of Change of Condition completed 09/09/2023- all changes in condition had been identified were documented with appropriate interventions. No negative findings were identified 4. Policy Significant Change in Condition, Response was reviewed by t, RN, Director of Nurses, , RN, Clinical Resource, and via phone with, Medical Director for any revisions needed, policy revised. 09/09/2023 assessment was enhanced to head to toe assessment including vital signs 5. Education initiated with all staff on change of condition recognition, reporting and monitoring. 09/09/2023 completion date 9/12/23 6. All staff will complete competency on change of condition initiated 09/09/2023. Completion date 09/12/23 7. This training and competencies will be completed in-person with all staff prior to the start of their next shift. A member of management will be at the facility at each change of shift to ensure all staff complete training prior to going to work on the floor. Staff will not be allowed to work unless they have completed the training and competency checks. This training will also be included in the new hire orientation and will be included for any PRN staff prior to starting work on the floor. These staff will not be allowed to work unless they have received their training and knowledge check. 8. An ad hoc meeting regarding items in the IJ template completed 09/09/2023. Attendees included the Medical Director, Clinical Resource, Administrator, DON, ADON, Clinical Resources, Market Leader and Clinical Market Leader, and included the plan of removal items and interventions. 9. Due to the allegation of neglect on 9/5, the night nurse was suspended pending investigation. The day nurse resigned effective immediately on 9/5. However, both nurses were educated on Change of Condition on 8/31 post incident. Monitoring of the plan of removal included: Following acceptance of the facility's Plan of Removal, the facility was monitored from 09/09/23 to 09/15/23. The surveyor confirmed the facility implemented their plan of removal sufficiently from 09/09/23 - 09/15/23 to remove the IJ by: Reviewed resident's progress notes and Change of Condition reports reviewed by facility staff on 09/09/23. Reviewed Significant Change in Condition, Response policy, revised on 09/09/23, to include head to toe assessment including vital signs. Reviewed the following in-service : Change of condition recognition, reporting and monitoring; and competency checks between 09/09/2023 and 9/12/23. Interviews were conducted with Staff from all shifts from 09/13/23-09/15/23 with Administrator, DON, Wound Care Nurse, 1 RN, 2 CMA's, 8 LVN's, and 10 CNA's regarding all in-services and they were able to explain the policies and procedures. Interviews were conducted with CNA A, CNA B, CNA C, the DON, and the Administrator to ensure they were in-serviced and understood the steps to be taken after a resident's change in condition has been reported. The Administrator was informed the Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) was removed on 09/15/2023 at 2:42 PM. While the IJ was removed on 09/15/23, the facility remained out of compliance at a scope of isolated and a severity level of actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to provide sufficient training for staff in properly assessing residents, providing ongoing monitoring and identifying changes in condition.
CRITICAL (K) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Deficiency F0678 (Tag F0678)

Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide basic life support, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide basic life support, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for 1 (CR#1) of 12 residents reviewed for advanced directives. 1. The facility failed to immediately initiate CPR on 8/31/23 at about 7:20 AM when CR#1 was found unresponsive. 2. The facility failed to immediately contact EMS when CR#1 was found unresponsive between 7:00 AM and 7:20 AM. EMS was called at about 7:32 AM. (12-32-minute delay). 3. The facility failed to ensure CPR was performed on a cardiac board once initiated by staff. A cardiac board is used in the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) by creating a flat, rigid surface to use under the person in need of care. An Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) situation was identified on 09/09/23. The IJ template was provided to the facility on [DATE] at 6:25 PM. While the IJ was lowered on 09/15/23, the facility remained out of compliance at a scope of isolated and a severity level of actual harm that is not an Immediate Jeopardy, because all staff had not been effectively trained on CPR, calling a code, and immediately contacting Emergency Medical Services and evaluate the effectiveness of the corrective systems. These failures could place residents who are full-code status (an attempt at all life-saving measures to keep an individual alive) at risk of death. Findings include: Record review of CR#1's face sheet, dated 09/05/23, revealed CR#1 was a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility, from the hospital, on 08/25/23. He was diagnosed with displaced fracture of base of neck of right femur sequela (condition or injury related femur fracture); unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition; Alzheimer's Disease. Unspecified; acute osteomyelitis (inflammation of bone caused by infection) of the left femur; other complications of sequela procedure, not elsewhere classified; generalized muscle weakness; dysphagia (difficulty swallowing foods or liquids) oropharyngeal phase ; unspecified lack of coordination; and cognitive communication deficit. Record review of CR#1's MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS Summary score of 1 indicating severe cognitive impairment. Physical and verbal behaviors exhibited and significantly interfered with the resident's care. The functional status revealed bed mobility, locomotion off the unit, dressing, toilet use and personal hygiene were extensive assistance with two person physical assist and two person assist for transfer. Record review of CR#1's Care Plan , revised on 09/01/23 revealed, CR#1 had interventions for falls, nutrition, sand pressure ulcers, but no diagnosis or specification for CR#1 requiring those interventions. CR#1 was at risk for falls; therapy evaluation and treatment per order, ensure call light is in reach and encourage its use for assistance, bed in lowest position, bedside floor mats, maintain clear pathways free of clutter. Nutritional problems; administer medications as ordered, monitor/document side effects and effectiveness, unspecified diet as ordered, provide supplements as ordered. Resident had potential for pressure ulcer development; encourage fluid intake and assist keeping skin hydrated, monitor nutritional status, intake and record, serve diet as ordered, weekly head to toe assessment. He also took anxiety medication; give medications as ordered and monitor/document side effects and effectiveness, monitor, record, document behavior symptoms. CR#1 wished to be discharged back to memory care; establish a pre-discharge plan, make arrangements to support independence post-discharge. He also had an unspecified infection; maintain standard precautions when providing care, monitor temperature and pulse. The resident was on hypnotic therapy related to Insomnia; daily recommended dose not to be exceeded unless ordered by MD, inform of risks, benefits and side effects, precede or accompany hypnotic use by other interventions to improve sleep. CR#1 elected full-code status; initiate full-code measures in case of cardia arrest, to include CPR and AED use. He was at risk of impaired cognitive function related to Alzheimer's Disease; keep routine consistent, give step-by-step instructions, use simple instructions and provide cues when necessary. The resident had a self-care performance deficit; transfers required 2-person assist, encourage resident to participate to the fullest extent possible with each interaction. He had the potential for mood problems related to admission; encourage to express feelings, assist to identify strengths and positive coping skills. CR#1 was resistive to care related to Alzheimer's Disease; give clear instructions for all care activities, allow to make decisions about treatment regime. Record review of CR#1's physician orders revealed the following: CR#1 was full-code status. Record Review of CR#1's Progress Notes revealed: Effective Date: 08/31/2023 08:27 Type: Nursing Resident was resting quietly in bed lying supine (facing upward) on LVN A first round of the shift. CNA B gave resident 3 half sandwiches for snack. CNA B reports to LVN A that resident has been agreeable with brief changes this shift, lifting up his buttocks so he can be changed. LVN A rounded resident more frequently because his legs were observed coming out of the bed on the side of bed next to the air conditioner. SN put resident's legs back in the bed 3 times & covered him with his sheet & blanket. SN asked resident if he needed anything & he didn't answer. Resident was observed resting with eyes closed after the 3rd time of placing his legs back in bed. LVN A & CNA B took turns making rounds on resident to make sure he was comfortable, safe in the bed & needs met. CNA B told SN that she thought resident's color looked yellow. LVN A observed resident to be his normal pale color. SN did not observe resident in any distress on any round SN made. Author: LVN A Nursing - LPN Effective Date: 08/31/2023 08:34 Type: Nursing DON notified Physician Assistant of resident's passing. DON attempted to notify Family Member. Called 3 times, phone went to voicemail each time, left HIPAA compliant voice message for call back. DON attempted to notify RP. Called and left HIPAA compliant voice message for call back. There is a note not to inform with emergencies so she was not called. Author: DON Effective Date: 08/31/2023 08:43 Type: Nursing DON notified by phone at about 0725 that resident was found unresponsive. Nursing staff initiated CPR. Author: DON 08/31/2023 9:11 Author: DON DON spoke to RP and notified him of resident passing. DON explained how resident was found and that CPR was initiated, EMS took over however unable to recover pulse. He stated he would be speaking to his mother to let her know about resident passing. DON informed him that Medical Examiner would be transporting CR#1 to the ME office, where the family can view him at that time. RP verbalizes understanding of this. Record Review of the City Fire department report dated 08/31/2023 revealed in relevant part: Alarm Time: 07:32:54, 08/31/2023; Arrival Time: 07:39:56, 08/31/2023 Incident Narrative: Fire Department was dispatched to a CPR call to the (facility) address mentioned above. Medic arrived on scene at the same time. Patient contact was made and staff had initiated CPR. Medic assumed care. After providing care and continuing CPR, Medic declared field term. Record review of EMS Patient Care Report revealed in relevant part: Date of Service: 08/31/2023; Nature of call: Cardiac Arrest/Death; Pt. Found: In bed; Times: En route: 07:35 08-31-23 At scene: 07:39 08-31-23 At Patient: 07:42 08-31-23 In service: 08:15 08-31-23 Primary Symptoms: Cardiac Arrest Assessments completed revealed: Cardiac Arrest-Yes prior to Ems arrival Resuscitation Attempted-Attempted verification; initiated chest compressions Initial CPR-2023-08-31 07:42:00 Estimated Time of Arrest: >20 minutes CPR Prior to Arrival-Yes Resuscitation Attempted by: Healthcare professional (non-EMS) Patient Dead on Arrival: No CPR Types: Compressions-External Plunger Type Device CPR provided prior to EMS care-Yes AED Used prior to EMS care-Yes, applied with defibrillation End of Cardiac Arrest event-Expired in the field AED used by-Healthcare professional (non-EMS) CPR provided by-Healthcare professional (non-EMS) Narrative: Medic dispatched emergency traffic to listed address for cardiac arrest. Unit responded immediately with no delays en route. Unit arrived on scene of nursing home along with fire department. Crew was met at front door by nursing home staff and guided to PT room. Upon entering room, nursing staff was performing manual chest compression along with BVM ventilation. Nursing staff had AED in place but stated that they had not delivered and defibrillations. PT was found to be a [AGE] year old male lying in supine position on bed inside of nursing home. PT was noted to be pulseless, apneic (involuntarily and temporarily stop breathing), and unresponsive. PT was found to be emaciated (abnormally thin an weak) . Nursing staff stated PT was a full code. Manual CPR and BVM ventilations were taken over from nursing staff. Nursing staff stated that PT was last seen approximately 30-45 minutes prior to EMS arrival. Nursing staff stated that they performed shift change and PT was found unresponsive and pulseless after shift change. Nursing staff stated that they immediately called 911. BC arrived on scene and report was given. Epinephrine was administered. Cardiac rhythm was noted to change to PEA. ETCO2 was noted to steadily decline throughout call until reading 0, BC was consulted, and decision was made to perform field termination due to ETCO2 reading of 0, no neurologic response including pupillary reaction, and lack of improvement despite interventions. Field termination was performed. Crew remained on scene until law enforcement arrived on scene. Law enforcement arrived on scene, scene was left with law enforcement. In an interview with EMS Medic Supervisor on 09/08/23 at 11:26 AM, he said when EMS arrived at the scene a facility staff was improperly performing chest compressions on CR#1. He said the staff could not provide an account of what may have been happening with CR#1 prior to him being found unresponsive because he had not been seen by anyone at least 30 minutes prior. He said the resident appeared to be pale, but was still warm to the touch. He said the staff was not performing the compressions deep enough into the resident's chest when EMS arrived. He said the resident was also lying in his bed without a cardiac board underneath him, which was inappropriate. He said the risk associated the improper CPR interventions was further injury and possibly death. He said EMS immediately took over life saving measures for CR#1 from the facility staff. In an interview with CNA B on 09/07/23 at 2:16 PM, she said when she checked on CR #1 around 8:00 or 9:00 PM, he looked agitated and desperate to get out of his bed. She said CR #1 was typically aggressive with staff when they had to touch him to assist him. She said CR #1 allowed her to assist him with removing his clothing without any resistance. She said CR #1 normally spoke in small phrases. She said CR#1 did not speak at all. She said CR#1 was usually cold and liked to keep his blanket on top of CR#1. She said that night, it seemed like CR#1 did not care about not being covered up with his blanket. She said she went to the nurses station and told LVN A that CR#1 was acting abnormal. She said she checked on CR#1 again between 11:00 PM and midnight. She said the resident still looked agitated and was not speaking. She said CR#1 felt cold to the touch, appeared pale, and his veins were very visible and green. She said CR#1 was looking up at the ceiling in the direction of the light, with both arms stretched out like he was reaching for the light. She said CR#1's legs were off of his bed, so she assisted him with adjusting back into his bed. She said the resident did not resist CNA B touching him this time either. She said between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM, CNA C assisted her with CR#1's incontinent care. She said CR #1 was still looking at the ceiling and reaching toward the light with both arms. She said CNA C told her CR#1 looked like he was not going to make it. She said she told CNA C that LVN A was already aware of CR#1's condition. She said the last time she saw CR#1 was around 6:00 AM when she passed by CR#1's room, she said she could see he was still lying in his bed with both arms still stretched out toward the ceiling. She said around 6:30 AM, she went back to LVN A to ask if she checked on CR#1. She said she told LVN A CR#1 still did not look good. She said LVN A told her she might go check on CR#1 again. She said she did not know whether LVN A assessed CR#1. She said she did not tell anyone else about the resident's change in condition. She said she did not see CR#1 again before leaving the facility at 7:00 AM. She said a change in condition was when a resident had a change in behavior. She said when she observed a change in condition in a resident, she was supposed to notify the nurse. She said she never observed CR#1 put anything in his mouth. Please note, CR#1's observed behavior of holding his arms up was an unusual behavior that had not been seen before. Record review of CR#1's electronic record revealed no documented nursing assessment related to CAN B's change in condition reports, completed for CR#1 on 8/30 through 8/31/23. In an interview with CNA A on 09/06/2023 at 2:21 PM, she said she arrived at the facility for work and made it to the 400 hall around 7:18 AM. She said LVN A and LVN B were near room [ROOM NUMBER] doing morning report for their shift change. She said she was the only CNA that worked 400 hall during the 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM shift. She said she began doing her rounds on the 400 hall. She said when she got to CR#1's room looked like he had passed away. She said she observed him lying in bed, with his arms crossed, and one hand on top of the other. She said she thought this was strange because CR#1 always did a lot of moving throughout the night. She said she had never found the resident in his bed with his sheets or covers perfectly straightened out on top of him She said she touched his hand and shoulder, and they were ice cold. She said she went into the hall where LVN A and LVN B were, standing near room [ROOM NUMBER], and told LVN A and LVN B, CR#1 had died. She said LVN A walked away from CNA A and LVN B ran to CR#1's room. She said when CNA A and LVN B made it to CR#1's room, LVN B asked where LVN A went and began yelling for LVN A to come assist LVN B. She said LVN B yelled for LVN A to call 911, while LVN B called the DON. She said she went to hall 200 to alert LVN E to assist LVN B in CR#1's room. She said on her way back to the resident's room, LVN B was still standing at the nurse's station. She said when she made it to CR#1's room, LVN C was performing CPR on the resident in his bed. She said LVN E also assisted with CPR on the resident. She said LVN B came into the resident's room a little while later and seemed uninterested in what was happening. She said the police and EMS showed up soon after that. She said she did not know what time it was when she found the resident unresponsive. She said she did not know what time LVN C began CPR on the resident. She said she did not know what time 911 was called. She said she did not know who verified the resident's code status. She said she did not know whether a cardiac board was placed underneath the resident in his bed before facility staff began performing CPR. In an interview with LVN A on 09/07/23 at 3:11 PM, she said she completed her final round on the 400 hall around 6:30 AM. She said CR#1 was not in distress and there was nothing different about the resident. She said she made sure the resident was breathing by watching the rise and fall of CR#1's chest. She said LVN A and LVN B counted controlled medications together and gave each other report on residents. She said she never observed any of the changes in condition CNA B reported to LVN A. She said she went back to the nurse's station. She said she did not know what time it was, but CNA A came to the nurse's station and told LVN A, LVN B needed LVN A's assistance in CR#1's room because CR#1 was unresponsive. LVN A said when she got to CR#1's room he was unresponsive, with no rise or fall of his chest taking place. LVN A said she assessed CR#1 and he did not have a pulse. LVN A said she was experiencing dire emergency symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). LVN A said she left CR#1's room to go to the restroom. LVN A said if she did not go to the restroom at that moment, she would have defecated on herself. LVN A said she saw LVN B go get the crash cart and when LVN A returned to CR#1's room after her emergency, she saw LVN C performing chest compressions. She said CR#1 was in his bed while CPR was performed. She said CR#1 was never moved to the floor. She said the facility crash cart had a backboard on it, but LVN A was not sure whether the board was placed underneath CR#1. LVN A said she did not know if it was appropriate to perform CPR on an individual lying in bed without a cardiac board under the individual. She said she did not know if a code was called throughout the facility for CR#1. She said she did not know at what time, but LVN F called 911. LVN A said she went back to the restroom, and when she returned, she tried to stay out of everyone's way. LVN A said she did not know how long LVN A was in the restroom either time she left CR#1's room. She said EMS had arrived and placed a machine to perform chest compressions on CR#1. She said she did not know what how long EMS worked on CR#1. She said she did not know what time EMS pronounced CR#1 deceased . She said she did not know if anyone documented the full code. She said she did not document anything related to CR#1's code, nor did she review any notes, related to CR#1's full code, for accuracy. Interview with LVN B on 09/06/23 at 2:51 PM, she said CNA A told LVN A and LVN B, CR#1 was in his room unresponsive. She said she immediately went to CR#1's room. She said she knew CR#1 had been deceased for at least two hours. CR#1 was already deceased because his jaw was contracted and had no color to his skin. She said this was around 7:15 AM. She said she checked his pulse and respiration but none were present. She said around 7:20 AM, she used a blood pressure machine with a cuff, on the resident to check his blood pressure. She said there was no blood pressure read; the machine kept giving an error message. She said even though as nurses, they all knew CR#1 was already deceased , if he was a full code, they would still need to initiate CPR because the EMS operator would ask for this information. She said she felt like LVN A was leaving LVN B to deal with CR#1 being unresponsive, all by herself. She said LVN A made her upset because she tried to leave the facility at the time they found CR#1 unresponsive. She said LVN A was acting very strange. She said she wanted to She said she told CNA A not to let LVN A leave the building. She said she told LVN A that CR#1 was LVN A's resident too, and that she needed to help LVN B. LVN B said she called the DON around 7:30 AM. LVN B called the DON before any of the nurse's initiated CPR or checked for CR#2's code status. LVN B stated the DON told LVN B CR#1 was full code. She said she knew how to check a resident's code status, but the DON did it for her. LVN B said the DON gave LVN B directives to give to the team of nurses that needed to respond to the code. LVN B said the DON instructed to call 911, get the crash cart and to initiate CPR on CR#1. LVN B said she asked LVN A to call 911, but LVN A refused. LVN A said LVN F called 911, LVN C began chest compressions, LVN B brought the crash cart to CR#1's room and LVN E began connecting the ambu bag (medical tool which forces air into the lungs of patients who have either ceased breathing completely or who are struggling to breathe properly and need additional assistance) and AED machine. LVN B said 911 was called around 7:30 AM. LVN B said LVN A went to the restroom while all of this was happening. She said she did not know if a code status was called in the building, but all the nurses were close by and came to assist. She said a board was not placed under CR #1 while CPR was performed by facility staff. LVN B said all of the nurses in the room knew CR#1 was already deceased when they began CPR. She said CR #1 was lying in his bed, flat, in the lowest position, while CPR was performed. She said she heard CR #1's ribs crack when LVN C performed the first set of chest compressions. She said LVN C, LVN D, and LVN E took turns doing chest compressions until EMS arrived and took over. She said the nurses performed CPR on CR#1 while he lay in his bed. She said a cardiac board was not placed underneath CR#1 before they started CPR. She said the nurses performed CPR on CR#1 for about 20 minutes before EMS arrived. LVN B was not sure of time frames of she gave regarding initiating CPR on CR#2. In an interview with LVN C on 09/08/23 at 4:12 PM, she said at about 7:20 AM, CNA A came to the nurse's station and told her CR#1 was in his bed, deceased . She said she walked over to LVN A and LVN B who were near the resident's room speaking to each other. She said she did not think the resident was deceased because LVN A and B seemed like they were having a normal conversation. She said when she got closer, she could hear LVN A and LVN B talking about the resident being deceased . She said she told LVN A and LVN B that an RN needed to be notified immediately. She said LVN B left, and was gone for more than a minute, but less than 5 minutes. She said LVN B returned, told LVN C CR #1 was a full code and CPR needed to be initiated. She said LVN B and LVN C were the first staff to go into the resident's room to begin CPR. She said the resident's body was cold to the touch and slightly stiff. She said she was the first nurse to do chest compressions on the resident. She said the resident was lying in his bed when she began the chest compressions. She said she knew there was a cardiac board on the crash cart. She said she did not recall seeing a cardiac board under the resident when she began chest compressions. She said she did not recall placing a cardiac board under CR#1 before LVN C began chest compressions on CR#1. In an interview with LVN D on 09/08/23 at 10:45 AM, she said she did not know what time it was, but she knew she had not been at work longer than an hour. LVN D said her shift began at 7:00 AM. She said she was administering medications to her residents on hall 300. She said she was walking down the hallway to go and get something near the nurses station and saw commotion on the 400 hall. She said she went to see what was going on, then jumped in and offered support. She said she could not remember whether there was a code called throughout the facility or not. She said CR#1 was lying in his bed unresponsive while LVN F was performing chest compressions on the resident. She said she thought there was a white board underneath CR#1's body, but she was not sure. She said she could not tell whether the resident appeared normal or not because she was not familiar with CR#1. She said she did not remember whether CR#1's body felt warm or cold to the touch. She said she could not remember everyone present in CR#1's room because there was so much happening. LVN D said LVN F looked tired. She said she told LVN F she could take over chest compressions. She said all of the nurses stepped back from CR#1 after being instructed by the AED machine to stand clear. She said when the AED machine instructed for chest compressions to begin again, LVN D took over performing chest compressions on CR#1. She said EMS arrived to CR#1's room before LVN D completed a full set of chest compressions. She said EMS immediately took over and she returned to 300 hall because she had to finish administering medication to residents. In an interview with the DON on 09/08/23 at 10:50 AM, she said she was aware there was a delay in calling 911. She said received a phone call from LVN B informing her CR#1 was deceased . She said she was told CNA A found CR#1 unresponsive in his bed at 7:15 AM. She said she did not remember the exact time of the phone call, but believed it was around 7:30 AM on 08/31/23. She said she accessed CR#1's medical information from her phone to verify CR #1's code status, which was full code. She said she instructed LVN B to have all available nurses assist with calling 911, obtaining the crash cart and beginning CPR. She said the 911 call was placed immediately after the DON gave the directive to LVN B. She said she became aware CPR was performed on CR #1 while lying in his bed once she arrived at the facility and received a report from LVN B on 08/31/23. She said from what she was told, LVN C was the first nurse to perform chest compressions. She said she could not recall off the top of her head who called 911 and who brought the crash cart to the CR#1's room. She said she also realized there was no one recording or writing and keeping times during CR#1's full code. The DON said there was room for the facility to improve on their preparedness for full code. She said the facility had already began working on making improvements. She said she did not recall asking or being told by any of the nurses involved whether a cardiac board was used during CPR on CR#1. She said if a cardiac board was not used, this was also inappropriate and would need to be addressed. She said the risk of performing CPR on a person without a cardiac board underneath them was chest compressions being performed improperly or not deep enough into the chest. the DON said improper chest compressions could cause injury to an individual's back. Please note, CR#2's code status was only checked by the DON. In an interview with the Administrator on 09/08/23 at 12:51 PM, he said he received a voicemail from the DON the morning of 08/31/23, asking him to return the DON's phone call. He said he could not remember the exact time of the phone call, but the Administrator called the DON back as soon as he got to his phone. He said she informed him CR#1 was a full code , and that EMS and police had arrived at the facility. He said he spoke more to the DON when he arrived at the facility that morning. He said based on the current status of the facility's investigation, the staff handled CR#1's full code appropriately. The Administrator said there was no delay in initiating CPR. He said the DON was contacted by one nurse at the same time as another nurse called 911, another nurse grabbed the crash cart, and another nurse began chest compressions. He said all these actions took place simultaneously. He said he was also unaware a cardiac board was not used while CPR was performed on CR#1. He said he was working on obtaining a copy of the EMS report. In an interview with LVN E on 09/09/23 at 5:48 PM, he said he was working on his hall when CNA A came and told him there was an unresponsive resident and he needed to come and assist. He said when he made it to CR#1's room, LVN D was already doing chest compressions on CR#1. He said the resident was lying on his bed while the nurses performed CPR. He said he did not pay close attention to CR#1's condition or appearance when he came into the room. He said he was not familiar CR#1 prior to this incident. He said he did not notice whether a board was underneath the resident during CPR. He said he was focused on helping to save the resident's life. He said he immediately grabbed the ambu bag and placed it over CR#1's mouth. He said he thought LVN B had brought in the crash cart into CR#1's room, but he was not for sure. He said he could not remember the names of all the people in CR#1's room at that time because there was so much going on. He said he told one of the night nurses to call 911 but was not sure who called 911. He said he was not familiar with the night nurses. He said he did not know what time 911 was called. He said he could not remember which nurses performed chest compressions on the resident, but he knew there was more than one. He said all of the nurses were helping out during the code. He said when EMS arrived, everyone stepped back and let EMS take over. He said he returned to his hall to work because EMS had taken over and the nurses that worked on the hall were there. In an interview with DON on 9/26/23, she said she was not at the facility at the time of the incident. She said staff called her when they found CR#1 unresponsive. She said when a resident is found unresponsive the expectation was to attempt to alert the resident, assist them in lying flat on their backs, call for help, verify code status and initiate CPR if necessary, call 911, make notifications to DON and responsible party. She said it was possible for these things to happen at the same time depending on how many individuals were available to assist during a full code. She said when a change in condition was reported to a nurse, the nurse was supposed to perform a head to toe assessment, document a change in condition assessment in the resident's electronic health record with vital signs and blood pressure, contact the resident's doctor, notify the responsible party and the DON. She said if the nurse did not observe a change in condition during assessment of the resident, the nurse needed to document the reported concerns and what was observed during the assessment. Record review of facility policy on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) revised 1/2022 revealed: It is the policy of this facility to provide basic life support (BLS), including CPR, to any resident requiring such care prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel in the absence of advance directives or a Do Not Resuscitate order. Only staff members with current CPR certification for Healthcare Providers should perform the procedure. Only staff members certified to perform CPR shall perform the procedure. Procedure: 1. Check for responsiveness, quality of breathing and pulse simultaneously. 2. If unresponsive, not breathing .and no pulse, activate EMS system: Page of yell loudly for Code Blue to the area. Call 911. If available, bring AED to unresponsive person. 3. Start CPR per American Heart Association guidelines. 4. Do not stop CPR except in one of these situations: Sign of breathing and pulse activity. An AED is ready to use. Another trained responder of EMS personnel take over. Responder is too exhausted to continue. The scene becomes unsafe. AED, if available: a. Turn on AED. b. wipe bare chest dry. c. Attach pads. d. Plug in connector, if necessary. e. Clear rescuers from victim. Communicate clearly to all other rescuers to stop touching the victim. f.let AED analyze heart rhythm. g. If shock is advised, say, everyone stand clear.h. Deliver the shock. i. After delivering the shock, or if no shock is advised: Resume CPR per American Heart Association. Continue to follow the prompts of the AED. If at any time an obvious sign of breathing and pulse activity is noted, stop CPR and monitor breathing and for any changes in condition until EMS personnel take over. This was determined to be an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) on 09/09/23 at 6:25 PM. The Administrator was notified. The Administrator was provided the IJ template on 09/09/23 at 6:25 PM. The POR submitted by the Administrator was accepted on 09/13/23 at 3:47 PM. The POR revealed: Plan of Removal F678 09/09/2023 The facility failed to ensure that nursing staff provided CPR in accordance with professional standards. 1. The Medical Director was notified of IJ on 09/09/2023 at 8:22 pm 2. Review of nursing staff personnel files was completed by , Director of Human Resources and validated by , RN, Director of Nursing to ensure current Licensed Nurses held a current CPR card completed 09/09/2023. 3. Review of all 86 resident physician orders for DNR/Full CODE status was completed by Director of Medical Reco[TRUNCATED]
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** F609 Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure all alleged violations involving injury of unknown orig...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** F609 Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure all alleged violations involving injury of unknown origin, abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property were reported immediately, but not later than 24 hours after the allegation was made, to the administrator of the facility and to other officials (including to the State Agency) for 2 (CR#2 and CR#4) of 12 residents reviewed for injury of unknown origin. The facility failed to immediately report within 24 hours CR#2's injury of unknown origin when he had increased pain and was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff on 7/18/23. The facility failed to immediately report within 24 hours CR#4's, who had glaucoma and was cognitively impaired, ingesting shampoo from an unlabeled medication cup while CNA gave him a shower. Findings include: CR #2 was an [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. He was diagnosed with metabolic encephalopathy, elevated white blood cell count, pure hypercholesterolemia, hypertensive heart disease, chronic atrial fibrillation, acute respiratory failure with hypoxia and hypercapnia, muscle weakness, dysphagia-oropharyngeal phase, abnormalities of gait and mobility, lack of coordination, cognitive communication deficit, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and need for assistance with personal care. Record review of CR #2's Care Plan dated 7/5/23 revealed CR#2 was at risk for impaired thought processes r/t cognitive communication deficit with interventions to give step by step instructions one at a time as needed to support cognitive function and keep routine consistent and try to provide consistent caregivers as much as possible in order to decrease confusion. CR#2 was found to have ADL self care performance deficit r/t limited mobility, impaired balance, pain, limited range of motion, and required assistance with bed positioning, eating and dressing. CR #2 was found to be at risk for falls r/t deconditioning, gait/balance problems, incontinence with interventions to be sure the call light is within reach and encourage to use it to call for assistance as needed and keep needed items, water, etc., in reach. CR#2 had antidepressant medication use r/t poor nutrition with interventions to educate resident, family/caregivers about risks, benefits and the side effects of medication, give anti depressant medications ordered by physician, monitor/document side effects and effectiveness. Antidepressant side effects: dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, urinary retention, suicidal ideations, sedation, drowsiness, blurred vision, muscle tremor, agitation, rash, weight loss or weight gain, monitor for adverse side effects of antidepressant appetite changes, blurry vision, constipation ., observe for signs and symptoms of following: confusion, mood change, change in normal behavior, hallucinations/delusions, social isolation, suicidal ideations, withdrawal, decline in ability to help with/do ADLs, continence, cognitive function, shuffle gait, rigid muscles difficult ambulation, balance problems, accidents, dizziness/vertigo, falls, movement problems, tremors .CR#2 had acute/chronic general pain with interventions as pain assessment every shift. Record review of CR #2's admission MDS dated [DATE] revealed Cognitive Pattern BIMS Summary Score was 9 indicating moderately impaired cognition. CR#2's functional status revealed walking in room and corridor only occurred once or twice with 1 person assisting, bed mobility, transfer, locomotion on and off unit, dressing, eating, toilet use, and personal hygiene were extensive assistance with one person assisting. Record review of CR#2's Physician's Orders, dated 06/27/23, revealed monitor and assess pain level every shift using the 0-10 scale .Lidoderm Patch 5% applied topically every morning for pain .dated 07/10/23, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Oral Tablet 5-325 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain in the lower extremities . Record review of CR#2's June-August 2023 MAR revealed, CR#2 was administered a Lidocaine Patch on his back every day from 06/27/23 to 07/31/23. Record Review of CR#2's Pain Assessment, dated 06/27/23 revealed CR#2 expressed having aching back pain daily or several times a day, worst in the early morning. Medications and non-medication interventions were discussed between MD and CR#2. Record review of CR#2's Radiology Results Report dated 7/18/23 revealed Shoulder X-ray complete 2 or more views, significant findings . No fracture or dislocation. Bony demineralization. Impression: Rotator cuff tear. Degenerative changes. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 6:48 p.m. written by LVN G revealed Right shoulder x-ray results sent to NP. NP informed this writer that he needs to be seen by orthopedic. This writer informed CR#2's family member via telephone. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 7:06 p.m. written by LVN G revealed Type Change in Condition. Change in Condition: symptoms or signs of condition change: Functional decline (worsening function and/or mobility) Other change in condition pain to right shoulder. Reported to primary care clinician: NP on 7/18/23 at 6 p.m., CR#2's family member notified 7/18/23 at 6 p.m. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/19/23 at 10:39 a.m. written by LVN G revealed Pain: Yes, Pain level 8- 7/19/23 at 10:39 a.m. pain scale numerical. Pain originates from rotator cuff tear located at right shoulder described as frequent sharp pain nonpharmaceutical interventions include being at rest .Cognition is alert, oriented x 2 no active symptoms or treatments effecting level of consciousness, cognition, sleep, mood or behavior. Cognitive symptoms described as slow to answer verbally. Occasionally forgetful. Record review of CR#2's Progress note dated 7/19/23 by NP revealed Resident (CR#2) is seen and examined in bed, he is awake alert and oriented, he denies any distress or discomfort at my time of examination. Patient had pain to right shoulder which x-ray was positive for rotator cuff tear for which Orthopedic appointment has been placed for 7/24/23. He has otherwise not had any other acute change in condition. In an interview with LVN G on 09/25/23 at 12:25 PM, she said she contacted CR#2's nurse practitioner to order an x-ray of the resident's shoulder because he was always complained about shoulder pain. She said she contacted CR#2's responsible party when the x-ray results returned diagnosing the resident with a torn rotator cuff. She said she did not remember what she told the responsible party what the reason for the x-ray was. She said a torn rotator cuff could be caused from overstraining the arm and muscle, or pushing down or applying too much weight on a surface. She said if she was notified of a resident fall, witnessed or unwitnessed, she would perform a head to toe assessment, check vital signs, document findings in a progress note or complete a change in condition assessment. She said if there were no concerns or injuries, she would still notify the resident's physician, the DON and the responsible party. She said if the resident hit their head or suffered an unwitnessed fall, she would begin doing neuro checks on the resident for 72 hours. She said if there were injuries or concerns regarding the resident, she would discuss the information with the physician and follow whatever directives were given. She said neuro checks were not completed in CR#2's Clinical records, but documented on one page sheets, turned into the ADON's and DON. In an interview on 9/14/23 at 10:15 a.m. with CR#2's family member, she said CR#2 moved into the facility in June 2023. CR#2's family member stated around mid-July 2023 (unknown date), the family member received a phone call from LVN G informing her the resident had a fractured rotator cuff. She said LVN G told her the resident was complaining of pain in his shoulder. She said after being informed about CR#2's injury, the next time she visited him, she requested a copy of the incident report. She said the facility did not have an incident report. In an interview with PT A on 09/25/23 at 1:20 PM, she said any time she became aware of an incident with a resident, she was supposed to report it to the resident's nurse immediately. She said she did not know if the nurse assessed CR#2. She said CR#2 made increasing complaints of pain in his shoulder. She said the reason an x-ray was ordered for CR#2 was due to his increasing complaints of pain. She said she did not know who ordered the x-ray to be performed on CR#2. In an interview with LVN G on 09/25/23 at 1:48 PM, she said she did not know whether CR#2 was assessed by another staff. She said she remembered having to perform neuro checks for CR#2 at some point during his stay at the facility. She said if she was notified of a resident's unwitnessed fall, she perform a head to toe assessment, check vitals, check for skin tears and any other visible injuries, document a change in condition, if necessary, call the resident's doctor, notify the DON and the responsible party. She said if a change in condition was not necessary, she would at least document what was reported to her, what she found during her assessment of the resident. She said if the resident hit their head, she would ask the doctor if the resident needed to be sent to the hospital or monitored by neuro checks. She said CR#2 complained about pain from the time he was admitted to the facility, until he was discharged . She said CR#2 suffered from chronic pain and was prescribed Tylenol as a PRN medication for pain. She said any time CR#2 complained about pain, she documented the information on CR#2's MAR progress notes at the time she administered pain medication to CR#2. She said she did not know why she could not locate any notes related to complaints of pain from CR#2 on his June, July and August 2023 MAR's. She said she was trained to document the resident's level of pain by asking the resident to identify their pain on a scale of 1-10, and whether the pain was radiating or not. She said if she performed an assessment, she would have documented it in their system. She said she contacted CR#2's NP to get an x-ray order of CR#2's left shoulder because CR#2 began making increased complaints of pain to his left shoulder after the resident's roommate said CR#2 fell. She said she probably could have documented CR#2's complaints of pain better. She said if the resident was on a coagulant they are to monitor for any signs of bleeding for a resident on anticoagulants and suffered a fall. She said this information would be documented in the resident's eMAR. She said if there is a witnessed fall and head hit, they initiate neuro checks. In an Interview with Administrator and Clinical Market Leader on 9/28/23 at 10:58 a.m. she stated CR#2's family member said the rotator cuff tear was a longstanding issue. The Administrator stated if CR#2 had an unwitnessed fall it would be reported and he stated the DON was also able to make a report to the State. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 11:20 a.m. with the DON, the Administrator and Clinical Market Leader, The DON stated in the morning meetings they discussed incidents, and allegations. The Administrator stated the allegations regarding CR#2 were not discussed in the morning meeting. Clinical Market Leader stated she would report the allegations about CR#2's to the State, and based on their own evidence she would do an investigation and an assessment. Clinical Market Leader stated a visual or staff looking at CR#2 was not appropriate to complete an assessment. The DON stated in her job she reviewed incidents/accident reports, but no one reviewed CR#2's incident/accidents. The DON stated she reviews assessments, and care plans weekly and as needed and she reviewed CR#2's Care plan but she did not recall when she did the review. The DON stated when she reviews care plans she looks for any changes residents have, ensure their initial care plan was completed, and to add anything specifically to the resident they need personalized. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 12:15 p.m. with Clinical Market Leader, she stated the staff are aware when to involve their clinical resource and the staff were aware they should have informed them when something would arise to a reportable. She stated if the staff do not know what to do, they should make a call and they also have what to include when reporting. This incident should have been reported and investigated. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 12:50 p.m. with the Administrator and DON, the Administrator stated from the time they were educated about the incident they have increased their intakes and reporting when they were not sure what happened in the incident they report, and they had 5 days to investigate it. He stated unfortunately, they cannot go back and change the past and they were trying to get better on those and it's a consistent work in progress. In an interview with ADON B on 9/29/23 at 8:55 AM, she said she was familiar with CR#2. She said CR#2 was a resident on the hall she was responsible for. She said she entered CR#2's order into his electronic health record upon his admission to the facility. She said CR#2 used his wheelchair most of the time when he was not in his bed. She said she believed LVN G completed an assessment on CR#2. She said when the resident got here, the resident had a poor appetite. She said CR#2's family member said since his other family member passed on the years before, his appetite had been poor since then. She said with regard to CR#2's increased pain, CR#2 already had pain in his shoulder. She said she could not speak to why the shoulder pain was not documented at the time of admission. ADON B said CR#2 did not want to participate in therapy. She said they spoke to the family and told CR#2 in order for him to go home, he had to complete therapy. She said CR#2 began participating in therapy and had increased pain, she said they attributed the increased pain to CR#2 now participating in therapy. ADON B said CR#2 was not doing therapy before, but now he was and they attributed the pain to increased activity via therapy. She said if CR#2's rotator cuff tear a new injury, she would report it, but the nurse practitioner said CR#2's injury was chronic. She said she spoke to the nurse practitioner. The ADON said an unwitnessed fall occurs when a staff finds a resident on the floor and no one knows how they fall, and the resident can't say how they fell. She said when a nurse was notified of an unwitnessed fall, they do neuro checks, head to toe assessments, pain assessments for 72 hours. She said if there are any abnormalities, they will notify the doctor. ADON said she did not have LVN G sign anything, or review anything after this. She said she just instructed LVN G to do an assessment on CR#2. She said she did not review LVN G's assessment or CR#2's electronic health record. The ADON said she was not aware CR#2 was prescribed and administered an anticoagulant medication. She said CR#2's care plan should have included the anticoagulant medication. She said if a resident was prescribed an anticoagulant and was reported to have an unwitnessed fall, she would treat the situation like a witnessed fall. She said the resident's doctor would need to be contacted, neuro checks and other assessments for 72 hours, and notify the RP. The ADON said a resident on anticoagulant medication not being assessed after unwitnessed fall was at risk of bleeding. The ADON said she was aware of CR#2's rotator cuff tear. She said the facility did an investigation into CR#2's injury, and according to x-ray results, the rotator cuff tear was a degenerative injury. She said they spoke to CR#2, and CR#2's family member. She said that was the investigation they did for CR#2's injury. The ADON said she did not document any of the conversations regarding the rotator cuff tear because she thought the DON had done it. She said none of the nurse's ever told the ADON CR#2 experiencing shoulder pain. She said the pain medication prescribed for CR#2 was for his hip. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 11:23 a.m. with the Orthopedic Physician he stated he saw CR#2 once on July 24, 2023 and CR#2 came in with his family member with right shoulder pain. He stated CR#2's family member told the physician CR#2 fell and had a vertebral fracture and was unable to move his wheelchair. The Physician stated the bars on his wheelchair obstructed any view of the shoulder so he could not get the x-rays. The Orthopedic physician stated CR#2 was weak on all rotator cuff testing and two days ago, the Clinical Market Leader called from the facility saying, how did you diagnose a rotator cuff tear with acute x-rays. He stated the Clinical Market Leader sent a one view x-ray and it was hard to tell anything on one view that was a one-dimensional structure. He stated he needed more info from CR#2 and additional views. The Physician stated CR#2's rotator cuff was fully torn, or he could have had 2 fibers hanging on and then it broke eventually. He stated CR#2 did not complain of an injury, just increased shoulder pain. The Orthopedic physician stated if the rotator cuff was fully torn it could not become more torn, but if CR#2 had further injury like a fall it could have completely torn. The physician stated he was unable to examine CR#2's shoulder more because of the patient's (CR#2's) condition. The physician stated CR#2 had not had the shoulder pain initially, he did not know if the patient (CR#2) fell or if transferring him or moving him improperly could have caused the rotator cuff to completely tear. He stated it was hard to say definitively the reason for the rotator cuff tear. He stated it was hard because if CR#2 had a fracture it would be healed by now, but rotator cuff's once torn completely do not just repair. The Orthopedic physician stated if CR#2 did not have issues with his shoulder before it was not all the way torn, but he could not say if it happened in the facility, or if it happened in the hospital. He stated CR#2's condition was chronic and long standing but it does not mean his symptoms were chronic and longstanding. The Physician stated if CR#2 was asymptomatic before did not mean he did not have the problem and just because the problem occurred did not mean it existed before. He stated if CR#2 did have the condition before a fall, a fall undoubtedly can reinjure and could cause significant injury. He stated it was impossible to say how long CR#2 had it and chronic was longer than 3 months. He stated the x-rays were from a while back, but it did not mean CR#2 did not injure himself due to falling, it absolutely could have happened from a fall or mistreatment. CR#4 Record review of CR #4's face sheet revealed he was a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE]. He was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (constriction of airways and difficulty breathing), acute kidney failure (kidney unable to filter waste), non-St elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction (partial blockage of one of the coronary arteries, causing reduced flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart), atherosclerotic heart disease (narrows the arteries close to your heart), type 2 diabetes with diabetic neuropathy (high blood sugar with type of nerve damage mostly affects legs and feet), need for assistance with personal care, unsteadiness on feet, muscle weakness, lack of coordination, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), pleural effusion (water on the lungs), mild cognitive impairment, radiculopathy of cervical region (pinched nerve), major depressive disorder, anemia (low red blood cells), chronic pain syndrome, heart failure (heart muscle unable to pump blood), respiratory failure (not enough oxygen in the tissue in your body or when you have too much carbon dioxide in your blood), rectal abscess (collection of pus from an infection near the anus), gastrointestinal hemorrhage (bleeding in your digestive tract), obstructive and reflux uropathy (disorder of the urinary tract that occurs due to obstructed urinary flow), and difficulty walking. Record review of CR #4's Care Plan dated 1/16/23 revealed CR#4 was found at risk for impaired thought processes r/t mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology with interventions as engage in simple, structured activities that avoid overly demanding tasks, Give step by step instructions one at a time as needed to support cognitive function, Keep routine consistent and try to provide consistent care givers as much as possible in order to decrease confusion. CR#4 also had potential for mood problem r/t mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology with interventions to assist to identify strengths, positive coping skills and reinforce these. CR#4 was identified for preferring to stay in room, has no interest in activities with interventions as establish and record prior level of activity involvement and interests by talking with resident, caregivers and family on admission and as necessary, explain the importance of social interaction and leisure activity time. Encourage participation by next review . Record review of CR #4's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Cognitive Pattern BIMS Summary Score was 10 indicating moderate impaired cognition. CR#4's functional status revealed walk in room and corridor did not occur, locomotion on/off the unit only occurred once or twice with person assisting, transfer only happened once or twice with the assistance of 2 staff, bed mobility and toilet use were extensive assistance with one person assisting. Bathing self performance was found to be activity itself did not occur. CR#4 required substantial/maximal assistance for toileting, upper and lower body dressing and was dependent for shower/bathing self and putting on/taking off footwear. CR#4 was found to have occasional pain. Record review of CR#4's Nurse notes dated 7/1/23 at 6:33 p.m. by LVN I revealed, Around 5 p.m. staff reported, while bathing resident he placed a cup on table with soap in it, about 30cc. Resident drank the soap. He stated he thought it was his medicine. Resident alert and oriented x 4, no distress noted. No complaint of pain or discomfort NP was notified, monitor Patient. DON was notified by message. Call light was in reach. Record review of CR#4's Nurse Notes dated 7/2/2023 at 12:33 p.m. by LVN I revealed, Complained of upset stomach, nausea, and cannot move bowels. Alert and oriented x 4, .Called team Health, spoke with NP. Give enema, rectal, gave Zofran as ordered. Record review of CR#4's Clinical records did not reveal an incident report. Record review of CR#4's Clinical records did not reveal neuro checks. In an interview with ADON A on 09/14/23 at 12:00 PM, she said the CNA took CR#4 to take a shower and there was soap in a medication cup. She said she did not recall seeing an incident report. In an interview on 09/14/23 at 1:42 PM with the DON she stated she was aware of the incident in July 2023 with CR#4. The DON stated she was told that a CNA was giving CR#4 a shower and CR#4 drank shampoo. The DON stated she believed CR#4's nurse informed her of the incident, but she was not sure. The DON stated the CNA poured shampoo from the bottle into a medicine cup to use on CR#4 during the shower. She stated it was about 30 cc's worth of shampoo in the cup, and CR#4 drank it all. The DON stated she could not recall who the CNA was. She stated she did not report the incident to the State and she did not know why the incident was not reported. The DON stated after the incident, the CNA was in-serviced, but there was no disciplinary action as a result of the incident. She stated she would look for documents related to CR#4's incident and provide them to the State Surveyors. In an interview with the Administrator on 09/21/23 at 5:40 PM, he said he was made aware of the incident with the shampoo after being informed by the DON a few days ago. He said the facility addressed the concern at the time the incident occurred. The Administrator stated the CNA involved in the incident did receive disciplinary action as a result of the incident. He stated the CNA no longer worked at the facility. The Administrator stated after learning about the incident, he reviewed all the information and discussed the incident with the facility's Clinical Resource. He stated the incident had not been reported to HHSC. He said he was not intending to report the incident to HHSC. He said based on the feedback from the Clinical Resource, the facility determined this incident did not meet the criteria to report to HHSC. The Administrator stated he was not aware documentation regarding this incident had been requested from the DON on 09/14/23. He stated he would have the DON email all documents to the State Surveyor. In an interview with the Facility MD on 09/27/23 at 12:52 PM, she said stated the incident should have been reported to poison control and poison control would have been able to tell them what they needed to do for CR#4. The Facility MD stated gastro intestinal concerns, vomiting, and nausea may be symptoms someone could have. She stated if a resident ingested shampoo, they should contact the doctor and call poison control. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 10:58 a.m. with the Clinical Market Leader she stated she found out about CR#4 who drank shampoo recently and the facility did not report it. She stated the Administrator said notification was done to CAC and physician. The Clinical Market Leader stated they were told to continue monitoring. She stated the CNA was giving a bed bath to CR#4, and it was soap and the CNA turned away CR#4. The Clinical Market Leader stated the Nurse assessed CR#4 and contacted CR#4's physician. She stated CR#4 went to hospital on 7/2/23 related to chest pain. She stated the days following the shampoo incident CR#4 had chronic abdominal issues prior to this and they contacted CR#4's physician. The Clinical Market Leader stated the facility did not contact poison control. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 1:55 p.m. with RN B she stated she heard about CR#4 swallowing shampoo, and he was her long term care resident. She learned about CR#4's situation after he was discharged . She stated she did not know about him swallowing shampoo when it happened. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 2:22 p.m. ADON B she stated the shampoo was an unusual occurrence she would make sure the nurse documented it and she would assess the resident (CR#4) because shampoo is chemical and she would notify the DON and the Administrator and CR#4's family and the doctor. She stated she was not aware the incident happened. On Tuesday, 9/26/23 and learned State was in the building investigating shampoo on Monday, 9/25/23. She stated she was told that the CNA had shampoo on the bedside table and the CNA was giving care to CR#4 and CR#4 thought it was medicine and drank it. She stated she had no idea it happened, but if she were to be notified of an incident like that, she would expect the CNA to tell her when that happened. ADON B stated should she have been notified she would have completed an assessment, notified the Dr. and CR#4's family and the Administrator because it was an unusual occurrence. ADON B stated CR#4 should be monitored for several days after, notify the Dr. to ask what orders they want to be in place because CR#4 swallowed the shampoo, and they would have contacted poison control. Record review of Abuse: Prevention of and Prohibition Against, revealed the following: Revised on 10/22, It is the policy of this facility that each resident has the right to be free from abuse, neglect, misappropriation of Resident property, and exploitation the facility will provide oversight and monitoring to ensure that it's staff deliver care and services in a way that promotes and respects the rights of the residents to be free from abuse, neglect, misappropriation of Resident property, and exploitation. D. Prevention .assuring the residents are free from neglect by having the structures and processes to provide immediate care and services to all residents which includes but is not limited to the completion of a facility assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for its residents competently
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 investigation and record review the facility failed to thoroughly investigate injury of unknown origin for 2(CR#2 and C...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on investigation and record review the facility failed to thoroughly investigate injury of unknown origin for 2(CR#2 and CR#4) of 12 residents reviewed for thorough investigations. CR#2 had an injury of unknown origin and the facility did not thoroughly investigate after he had increased pain and was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff on 7/18/23. The facility failed to have evidence to demonstrate a thorough investigation after CR#4, who was cognitively impaired, ingested shampoo from a medicine cup while receiving a shower. These failures placed residents at risk of further injury, pain and potential exposure to abuse and neglect. Findings include: Record review of CR #2's face sheet was an [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. He was diagnosed with metabolic encephalopathy, elevated white blood cell count, pure hypercholesterolemia, hypertensive heart disease, chronic atrial fibrillation, acute respiratory failure with hypoxia and hypercapnia, muscle weakness, dysphagia-oropharyngeal phase, abnormalities of gait and mobility, lack of coordination, cognitive communication deficit, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and need for assistance with personal care. Record review of CR #2's Care Plan dated 7/5/23 revealed CR#2 was at risk for impaired thought processes r/t cognitive communication deficit with interventions to give step by step instructions one at a time as needed to support cognitive function and keep routine consistent and try to provide consistent caregivers as much as possible in order to decrease confusion. CR#2 was found to have ADL self care performance deficit r/t limited mobility, impaired balance, pain, limited range of motion, and required assistance with bed positioning, eating and dressing. CR #2 was found to be at risk for falls r/t deconditioning, gait/balance problems, incontinence with interventions to be sure the call light is within reach and encourage to use it to call for assistance as needed and keep needed items, water, etc., in reach. CR#2 had antidepressant medication use r/t poor nutrition with interventions to educate resident, family/caregivers about risks, benefits and the side effects of medication, give anti depressant medications ordered by physician, monitor/document side effects and effectiveness. Antidepressant side effects: dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, urinary retention, suicidal ideations, sedation, drowsiness, blurred vision, muscle tremor, agitation, rash, weight loss or weight gain, monitor for adverse side effects of antidepressant appetite changes, blurry vision, constipation ., observe for signs and symptoms of following: confusion, mood change, change in normal behavior, hallucinations/delusions, social isolation, suicidal ideations, withdrawal, decline in ability to help with/do ADLs, continence, cognitive function, shuffle gait, rigid muscles difficult ambulation, balance problems, accidents, dizziness/vertigo, falls, movement problems, tremors .CR#2 had acute/chronic general pain with interventions as pain assessment every shift. Record review of CR#2's Care plan revealed no updates were made to CR#2's care plan after the discovery of his rotator cuff tear. Record review of CR #2's admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Cognitive Pattern BIMS Summary Score was 9 indicating moderately impaired cognition. CR#2's functional status revealed walking in room and corridor only occurred once or twice in the last 7 days with 1 person assisting. Bed mobility, transfer, locomotion on and off unit, dressing, eating, toilet use, and personal hygiene were extensive assistance with one person assisting. Record review of CR#2's Radiology Results Report dated 7/18/23 revealed Shoulder X-ray complete 2 or more views, significant findings . No fracture or dislocation. Bony demineralization. Impression: Rotator cuff tear. Degenerative changes. Record review of CR#2's Psychiatric Initial assessment dated [DATE] revealed This patient (CR#2) was referred for Depression, Confusion. Today on exam:-In chair, poor eye contact, gave brief, incomplete and unreliable answers to specific questions. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 10:58 a.m. written by LVN G revealed Resident is alert, oriented x 2 no active symptoms or treatments effecting level of consciousness, cognition, sleep, mood or behavior. Cognitive symptoms described as slow to answer verbally. Occasionally forgetful .transfer: self-performance Limited assistance, transfer- support provided: one person physical assistance. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 6:48 p.m. written by LVN G revealed Right shoulder x-ray results sent to NP. NP informed this writer that he needs to be seen by orthopedic. This writer informed CR#2's family member via telephone. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 7:06 p.m. written by LVN G revealed Type Change in Condition. Change in Condition: symptoms or signs of condition change: Functional decline (worsening function and/or mobility) Other change in condition pain to right shoulder. Reported to primary care clinician: NP on 7/18/23 at 6 p.m., CR#2's family member notified 7/18/23 at 6 p.m. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/19/23 at 10:39 a.m. written by LVN G revealed Pain: Yes, Pain level 8- 7/19/23 at 10:39 a.m. pain scale numerical. Pain originates from rotator cuff tear located at right shoulder described as frequent sharp pain nonpharmaceutical interventions include being at rest .Cognition is alert, oriented x 2 no active symptoms or treatments effecting level of consciousness, cognition, sleep, mood or behavior. Cognitive symptoms described as slow to answer verbally. Occasionally forgetful. Record review of CR#2's Progress note dated 7/19/23 by NP revealed Resident (CR#2) is seen and examined in bed, he is awake alert and oriented, he denies any distress or discomfort at my time of examination. Patient had pain to right shoulder which x-ray was positive for rotator cuff tear for which Orthopedic appointment has been placed for 7/24/23. He has otherwise not had any other acute change in condition. Record review of CR#2's Daily Skilled Note dated 7/20/23 at 5:34 p.m. written by LVN B revealed Musculoskeletal: Observations of ROM, ADL care, locomotion, assistive device use are weak &limited ROM, 1 person assist for ADL care, wheelchair for locomotion when out of bed. No musculoskeletal changes observed . In an interview with LVN G on 09/25/23 at 12:25 PM, she said she contacted CR#2's nurse practitioner to order an x-ray of the resident's shoulder because he was always complained about shoulder pain. She said she contacted CR#2's responsible party when the x-ray results returned diagnosing the resident with a torn rotator cuff. She said she did not remember what she told the responsible party what the reason for the x-ray was. She said a torn rotator cuff could be caused from overstraining the arm and muscle, or pushing down or applying too much weight on a surface. She said if she was notified of a resident fall, witnessed or unwitnessed, she would perform a head to toe assessment, check vital signs, document findings in a progress note or complete a change in condition assessment. She said if there were no concerns or injuries, she would still notify the resident's physician, the DON and the responsible party. She said if the resident hit their head or suffered an unwitnessed fall, she would begin doing neuro checks on the resident for 72 hours. She said if there were injuries or concerns regarding the resident, she would discuss the information with the physician and follow whatever directives were given. She said neuro checks were not completed in CR#2's Clinical records, but documented on one page sheets, turned into the ADON's and DON. In an interview on 9/14/23 at 10:15 a.m. with CR#2's family member, she said CR#2 moved into the facility in June 2023. CR#2's family member stated around mid-July 2023 (unknown date), the family member received a phone call from LVN G informing her the resident had a fractured rotator cuff. She said LVN G told her the resident was complaining of pain in his shoulder. She said after being informed about CR#2's injury, the next time she visited him, she requested a copy of the incident report. She said the facility did not have an incident report. In an interview with PT A on 09/25/23 at 1:20 PM, she said any time she became aware of an incident with a resident, she was supposed to report it to the resident's nurse immediately. She said she did not know if the nurse assessed CR#2. She said CR#2 made increasing complaints of pain in his shoulder. She said the reason an x-ray was ordered for CR#2 was due to his increasing complaints of pain. She said she did not know who ordered the x-ray to be performed on CR#2. In an interview with LVN G on 09/25/23 at 1:48 PM, she said she did not know whether CR#2 was assessed by another staff. She said she remembered having to perform neuro checks for CR#2 at some point during his stay at the facility. She said if she was notified of a resident's unwitnessed fall, she perform a head to toe assessment, check vitals, check for skin tears and any other visible injuries, document a change in condition, if necessary, call the resident's doctor, notify the DON and the responsible party. She said if a change in condition was not necessary, she would at least document what was reported to her, what she found during her assessment of the resident. She said if the resident hit their head, she would ask the doctor if the resident needed to be sent to the hospital or monitored by neuro checks. She said CR#2 complained about pain from the time he was admitted to the facility, until he was discharged . She said CR#2 suffered from chronic pain and was prescribed Tylenol as a PRN medication for pain. She said any time CR#2 complained about pain, she documented the information on CR#2's MAR progress notes at the time she administered pain medication to CR#2. She said she did not know why she could not locate any notes related to complaints of pain from CR#2 on his June, July and August 2023 MAR's. She said she was trained to document the resident's level of pain by asking the resident to identify their pain on a scale of 1-10, and whether the pain was radiating or not. She said if she performed an assessment, she would have documented it in their system. She said she contacted CR#2's NP to get an x-ray order of CR#2's left shoulder because CR#2 began making increased complaints of pain to his left shoulder after the resident's roommate said CR#2 fell. She said she probably could have documented CR#2's complaints of pain better. She said if the resident was on a coagulant they are to monitor for any signs of bleeding for a resident on anticoagulants and suffered a fall. She said this information would be documented in the resident's eMAR. She said if there is a witnessed fall and head hit, they initiate neuro checks. In an interview with the Facility MD on 09/27/23 at 12:52 PM, she said she was familiar with CR#2. She said the first time she assessed CR#2 was on 06/28/23. She said she saw CR#2 on 07/13/23 and CR#2 was not able to ambulate using his walker. She said she could not remember whether she noted whether CR#2 was able to ambulate. She said she noted CR#2 to be a minimum assist in bed and CR#2 could only take 10 steps with his walker. She said she never received any alerts from staff regarding pain to the shoulder. She said CR#2 was receiving skilled nursing services, so she was seeing him every week. She said CR#2 complained about pain every time she saw him. She said she decided to order the xray because CR#2 was complaining about shoulder pain. The MD said CR#2's x-ray results show a torn rotator cuff. The MD stated most rotator cuff injuries were more common in painters and tennis players. She said a rotator cuff tear was not typically an injury that could be sustained from one single movement. She said rotator cuff tears were the result of repeated motion of the arms. She said the reason she did not get a full history on CR#2, in regard to how he could've sustained the rotator cuff tear was because he was at the facility for skilled nursing. She said while CR #2 was under her care, she was seeing him on a weekly basis because he was receiving skilled nursing services. She said she prescribed the Voltaren Gel on 8/10/23 after CR#2 complained of pain in his shoulder and hands during her weekly assessment. She said she preferred not to prescribe narcotic medication for pain when it was possible. In an interview with the MDS Nurse on 09/27/23 at 1:50 PM, she said when she completed CR#2's care plan, she goes over ever complete diagnoses, psychotropics. She said she was not sure as to why there was a breakdown in the system in having the resident's care plan updated. She said she did not remember hearing anything about CR#2 having a rotator cuff tear in the staff morning meetings. She said if the issue was acute or had to do with a medication, the nurse would be responsible for updating the care plan. She said she is typically swamped, so the nurse would assist. The MDS nurse said the RN F was responsible for psychotropics, the treatment nurse does wounds and anything triggered for ADL, hydration, constipation, incontinence she does and the DON does the falls. In an interview on 9/26/23 at 1:30 p.m. with the DON, she said she was aware of the shoulder injury to CR#2. He has a chronic issue of shoulder pain, and she said he came from a different facility and had a fall at that facility. CR#2 also had a fall at home prior to that. He was complaining of pain in the shoulder and the x-ray showed rotator cuff injury. He was sent to ortho and ortho said it was chronic. She stated the CR#2 was admitted with the injury. She referred to miscellaneous documents in the electronic file. Surveyor and DON looked together and there was no mention of the injury in the documents DON stated was there. CR#2 was on pain management already. Surveyor and DON reviewed the clinical file and discovered the pain management was for his back. She stated that she found out about the injury after admission. He was given x ray order for shoulder pain. He was complaining more of shoulder pain. DON stated that just because he had increased shoulder pain did not mean this was an injury of unknown origin or was a new injury. She stated that her and the NP had a discussion about situation (injury). She said NP was within the same group as the other facility, possibly. DON stated that she does not know for sure but believes NP was seeing CR#2 before. DON confirmed with surveyor that CR#2 was not care planned for rotator cuff injury and that CR#2 was a fall risk upon admission. She doesn't recall looking at assessments, She did not assess CR#2. She said based on the policy she supposes it would be an injury of unknown origin. The Administrator is aware at this point. But at the time of incident it was talked about in the morning meeting. She said she is capable of reporting incidents. If another staff came to her about a resident having a fall the expectation is to assess the resident. Nueros would be initiated for unwitnessed falls. It would be herself or the ADON who are on the hall to oversee the documentation and ensure it was done. Care plan should be updated. Interventions he had were working, he would put the light on and they would check on him. In an Interview with Administrator and Clinical Market Leader on 9/28/23 at 10:58 a.m. she stated they recently looked at CR#2's previous hospital records before coming to their facility and found CR#2 had arm swelling, but it did not say right or left and the hospital completed a doppler for DVT (Deep vein thrombosis) and it was ruled out. She stated CR#2 had a fall prior to being discharged going to another Nursing facility CR#2 went home and went to a hospital. She stated the facility did not have hospital records that show CR#2 had rotator cuff injury and the facility did not have any other records. The Administrator stated the facility did reach out to CR#2's previous Nursing facility to get CR#2's paperwork and they did speak with the NP and that is when x-ray was done. The Administrator stated CR#2's family member said the rotator cuff tear was a longstanding issue. The Administrator stated when the NP gave CR#2 the order for an x-ray he was not aware that CR#2 had increased pain. She stated CR#2 came into the facility with right shoulder pain, but the facility assumed therapy would help but it did not help it. She stated CR#2 started not participating in therapy so NP gave order to give CR#2 an x-ray. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 11:20 a.m. with the DON, the Administrator and Clinical Market Leader she stated she would report the allegations about CR#2's injury of unknown origin to the State, and based on their own evidence she would do an investigation and an assessment. Clinical Market Leader stated a visual or staff looking at CR#2 was not appropriate to complete an assessment. The DON stated in her job she reviewed incidents/accident reports, but no one reviewed CR#2's incident/accidents. The DON stated she reviews assessments, and care plans weekly and as needed. She reviewed CR#2's Care plan but she did not recall when she did the review. The DON stated when she reviews care plans she looks for any changes residents have, ensure their initial care plan was completed, and add anything a specific resident needed personalized. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 12:15 p.m. with Clinical Market Leader she stated the IDT team looks at incidents/accidents but if CR#2 was not documented it would not have triggered. She stated someone should have reported the incidents to them. She stated the staff should have told them about the Shampoo incident and that she had no clue. She stated the staff are aware when to involve their clinical resource and the staff were aware they should have informed them when something would arise to a reportable. She stated if the staff do not know what to do, they should make a phone call and they also have what to include when reporting. Clinical Market Leader said she has been getting the same things the State Surveyors have been getting where the facility staff were not giving her all the information and they have been giving 1 piece here and 1 piece there. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 12:50 p.m. with the Administrator and DON, the Administrator stated they educated themselves and they were looking at how can they do a thorough investigation, and what questions they need to ask. In an interview with ADON B on 9/29/23 at 8:55 AM, she said she was familiar with CR#2. She said CR#2 was a resident on the hall she was responsible for. She said she entered CR#2's order into his electronic health record upon his admission to the facility. She said CR#2 used his wheelchair most of the time when he was not in his bed. She said she believed LVN G completed an assessment on CR#2. She said when the resident got here, the resident had a poor appetite. She said CR#2's family member said since his other family member passed on the years before, his appetite had been poor since then. She said with regard to CR#2's increased pain, CR#2 already had pain in his shoulder. She said she could not speak to why the shoulder pain was not documented at the time of admission. ADON B said CR#2 did not want to participate in therapy. She said they spoke to the family and told CR#2 in order for him to go home, he had to complete therapy. She said CR#2 began participating in therapy and had increased pain, she said they attributed the increased pain to CR#2 now participating in therapy. ADON B said CR#2 was not doing therapy before, but now he was and they attributed the pain to increased activity via therapy. She said if CR#2's rotator cuff tear a new injury, she would report it, but the nurse practitioner said CR#2's injury was chronic. She said she spoke to the nurse practitioner. The ADON said an unwitnessed fall occurs when a staff finds a resident on the floor and no one knows how they fall, and the resident can't say how they fell. She said when a nurse was notified of an unwitnessed fall, they do neuro checks, head to toe assessments, pain assessments for 72 hours. She said if there are any abnormalities, they will notify the doctor. ADON said she did not have LVN G sign anything, or review anything after this. She said she just instructed LVN G to do an assessment on CR#2. She said she did not review LVN G's assessment or CR#2's electronic health record. The ADON said she was not aware CR#2 was prescribed and administered an anticoagulant medication. She said CR#2's care plan should have included the anticoagulant medication. She said if a resident was prescribed an anticoagulant and was reported to have an unwitnessed fall, she would treat the situation like a witnessed fall. She said the resident's doctor would need to be contacted, neuro checks and other assessments for 72 hours, and notify the RP. The ADON said a resident on anticoagulant medication not being assessed after unwitnessed fall was at risk of bleeding. The ADON said she was aware of CR#2's rotator cuff tear. She said the facility did an investigation into CR#2's injury, and according to x-ray results, the rotator cuff tear was a degenerative injury. She said they spoke to CR#2, and CR#2's family member. She said that was the investigation they did for CR#2's injury. The ADON said she did not document any of the conversations regarding the rotator cuff tear because she thought the DON had done it. She said none of the nurse's ever told the ADON CR#2 experiencing shoulder pain. She said the pain medication prescribed for CR#2 was for his hip. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 11:23 a.m. with the Orthopedic Physician he stated he saw CR#2 once on July 24, 2023 and CR#2 came in with his family member with right shoulder pain. He stated CR#2's family member told the physician CR#2 fell and had a vertebral fracture and was unable to move his wheelchair. The Physician stated the bars on his wheelchair obstructed any view of the shoulder so he could not get the x-rays. The Orthopedic physician stated CR#2 was weak on all rotator cuff testing and two days ago, the Clinical Market Leader called from the facility saying, how did you diagnose a rotator cuff tear with acute x-rays. He stated the Clinical Market Leader sent a one view x-ray and it was hard to tell anything on one view that was a one-dimensional structure. He stated he needed more info from CR#2 and additional views. The Physician stated CR#2's rotator cuff was fully torn, or he could have had 2 fibers hanging on and then it broke eventually. He stated CR#2 did not complain of an injury, just increased shoulder pain. The Orthopedic physician stated if the rotator cuff was fully torn it could not become more torn, but if CR#2 had further injury like a fall it could have completely torn. The physician stated he was unable to examine CR#2's shoulder more because of the patient's (CR#2's) condition. The physician stated CR#2 had not had the shoulder pain initially, he did not know if the patient (CR#2) fell or if transferring him or moving him improperly could have caused the rotator cuff to completely tear. He stated it was hard to say definitively the reason for the rotator cuff tear. He stated it was hard because if CR#2 had a fracture it would be healed by now, but rotator cuff's once torn completely do not just repair. The Orthopedic physician stated if CR#2 did not have issues with his shoulder before it was not all the way torn, but he could not say if it happened in the facility, or if it happened in the hospital. He stated CR#2's condition was chronic and long standing but it does not mean his symptoms were chronic and longstanding. The Physician stated if CR#2 was asymptomatic before did not mean he did not have the problem and just because the problem occurred did not mean it existed before. He stated if CR#2 did have the condition before a fall, a fall undoubtedly can reinjure and could cause significant injury. He stated it was impossible to say how long CR#2 had it and chronic was longer than 3 months. He stated the x-rays were from a while back, but it did not mean CR#2 did not injure himself due to falling, it absolutely could have happened from a fall or mistreatment. CR#4 Record review of CR #4's face sheet revealed he was a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE]. He was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (constriction of airways and difficulty breathing), acute kidney failure (kidney unable to filter waste), non-St elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction (partial blockage of one of the coronary arteries, causing reduced flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart), atherosclerotic heart disease (narrows the arteries close to your heart), type 2 diabetes with diabetic neuropathy (high blood sugar with type of nerve damage mostly affects legs and feet), need for assistance with personal care, unsteadiness on feet, muscle weakness, lack of coordination, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), pleural effusion (water on the lungs), mild cognitive impairment, radiculopathy of cervical region (pinched nerve), major depressive disorder, anemia (low red blood cells), chronic pain syndrome, heart failure (heart muscle unable to pump blood), respiratory failure (not enough oxygen in the tissue in your body or when you have too much carbon dioxide in your blood), rectal abscess (collection of pus from an infection near the anus), gastrointestinal hemorrhage (bleeding in your digestive tract), obstructive and reflux uropathy (disorder of the urinary tract that occurs due to obstructed urinary flow), and difficulty walking. Record review of CR #4's Care Plan dated 1/16/23 revealed CR#4 was found at risk for impaired thought processes r/t mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology with interventions as engage in simple, structured activities that avoid overly demanding tasks, Give step by step instructions one at a time as needed to support cognitive function, Keep routine consistent and try to provide consistent care givers as much as possible in order to decrease confusion. CR#4 also had potential for mood problem r/t mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology with interventions to assist to identify strengths, positive coping skills and reinforce these. CR#4 was identified for preferring to stay in room, has no interest in activities with interventions as establish and record prior level of activity involvement and interests by talking with resident, caregivers and family on admission and as necessary, explain the importance of social interaction and leisure activity time. Encourage participation by next review. CR#4 was also found to be at risk for impaired visiual function related to glaucoma . Record review of CR #4's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Cognitive Pattern BIMS Summary Score was 10 indicating moderate impaired cognition. CR#4's functional status revealed walk in room and corridor did not occur, locomotion on/off the unit only occurred once or twice with person assisting, transfer only happened once or twice with the assistance of 2 staff, bed mobility and toilet use were extensive assistance with one person assisting. Bathing self performance was found to be activity itself did not occur. CR#4 required substantial/maximal assistance for toileting, upper and lower body dressing and was dependent for shower/bathing self and putting on/taking off footwear. CR#4 was found to have occasional pain. Record review of CR#4's Nurse notes dated 7/1/23 at 6:33 p.m. by LVN I revealed, Around 5 p.m. staff reported, while bathing resident he placed a cup on table with soap in it, about 30cc. Resident drank the soap. He stated he thought it was his medicine. Resident alert and oriented x 4, no distress noted. No complaint of pain or discomfort NP was notified, monitor Patient. DON was notified by message. Call light was in reach. Record review of CR#4's Nurse Notes dated 7/2/2023 at 12:33 p.m. by LVN I revealed, Complained of upset stomach, nausea, and cannot move bowels. Alert and oriented x 4, .Called team Health, spoke with NP. Give enema, rectal, gave Zofran as ordered. Record review of CR#4's Clinical records did not reveal an incident report. Record review of CR#4's Clinical records did not reveal neuro checks. In an interview with ADON A on 09/14/23 at 12:00 PM, she said the CNA took CR#4 to take a shower and there was soap in a medication cup. She said she did not recall seeing an incident report. In an interview on 09/14/23 at 1:42 PM with the DON she stated she was aware of the incident in July 2023 with CR#4. The DON stated she was told that a CNA was giving CR#4 a shower and CR#4 drank shampoo. The DON stated she believed CR#4's nurse informed her of the incident, but she was not sure. The DON stated the CNA poured shampoo from the bottle into a medicine cup to use on CR#4 during the shower. She stated it was about 30 cc's worth of shampoo in the cup, and CR#4 drank it all. The DON stated she could not recall who the CNA was. She stated she did not report the incident to the State and she did not know why the incident was not reported. The DON stated after the incident, the CNA was in-serviced, but there was no disciplinary action as a result of the incident. She stated she would look for documents related to CR#4's incident and provide them to the State Surveyors. In an interview with the Administrator on 09/21/23 at 5:40 PM, he said he was made aware of the incident with the shampoo after being informed by the DON a few days ago. He said the facility addressed the concern at the time the incident occurred. The Administrator stated the CNA involved in the incident did receive disciplinary action as a result of the incident. He stated the CNA no longer worked at the facility. The Administrator stated after learning about the incident, he reviewed all the information and discussed the incident with the facility's Clinical Resource. He stated the incident had not been reported to HHSC. He said he was not intending to report the incident to HHSC. He said based on the feedback from the Clinical Resource, the facility determined this incident did not meet the criteria to report to HHSC. The Administrator stated he was not aware documentation regarding this incident had been requested from the DON on 09/14/23. He stated he would have the DON email all documents to the State Surveyor. In an interview with the Facility MD on 09/27/23 at 12:52 PM, she said stated the incident should have been reported to poison control and poison control would have been able to tell them what they needed to do for CR#4. The Facility MD stated gastro intestinal concerns, vomiting, and nausea may be symptoms someone could have. She stated if a resident ingested shampoo, they should contact the doctor and call poison control. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 10:58 a.m. with the Clinical Market Leader she stated she found out about CR#4 who drank shampoo recently and the facility did not report it. She stated the Administrator said notification was done to CAC and physician. The Clinical Market Leader stated they were told to continue monitoring. She stated the CNA was giving a bed bath to CR#4, and it was soap and the CNA turned away CR#4. The Clinical Market Leader stated the Nurse assessed CR#4 and contacted CR#4's physician. She stated CR#4 went to hospital on 7/2/23 related to chest pain. She stated the days following the shampoo incident CR#4 had chronic abdominal issues prior to this and they contacted CR#4's physician. The Clinical Market Leader stated the facility did not contact poison control. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 1:55 p.m. with RN B she stated she heard about CR#4 swallowing shampoo, and he was her long term care resident. She learned about CR#4's situation after he was discharged . She stated she did not know about him swallowing shampoo when it happened. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 2:22 p.[TRUNCATED]
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

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide treatment and care in accordance with the comprehensive pe...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide treatment and care in accordance with the comprehensive person-centered care plan and in accordance with professional standards of practice for 1 resident (CR#2) of 12 residents reviewed for quality of care. The facility failed update CR #2's comprehensive care plan after CR#2 was diagnosed with torn rotator cuff. This failure placed residents at risk of not receiving needed care and services to meet the resident's physical, mental, and psychosocial needs. Findings include: Record review of CR #2's face sheet was an [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. He was diagnosed with metabolic encephalopathy, elevated white blood cell count, pure hypercholesterolemia, hypertensive heart disease, chronic atrial fibrillation, acute respiratory failure with hypoxia and hypercapnia, muscle weakness, dysphagia-oropharyngeal phase, abnormalities of gait and mobility, lack of coordination, cognitive communication deficit, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and need for assistance with personal care. Record review of CR #2's Care Plan dated 7/5/23 revealed CR#2 was at risk for impaired thought processes r/t cognitive communication deficit with interventions to give step by step instructions one at a time as needed to support cognitive function and keep routine consistent and try to provide consistent caregivers as much as possible in order to decrease confusion. CR#2 was found to have ADL self care performance deficit r/t limited mobility, impaired balance, pain, limited range of motion, and required assistance with bed positioning, eating and dressing. CR #2 was found to be at risk for falls r/t deconditioning, gait/balance problems, incontinence with interventions to be sure the call light is within reach and encourage to use it to call for assistance as needed and keep needed items, water, etc., in reach. CR#2 had antidepressant medication use r/t poor nutrition with interventions to educate resident, family/caregivers about risks, benefits and the side effects of medication, give anti depressant medications ordered by physician, monitor/document side effects and effectiveness. Antidepressant side effects: dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, urinary retention, suicidal ideations, sedation, drowsiness, blurred vision, muscle tremor, agitation, rash, weight loss or weight gain, monitor for adverse side effects of antidepressant appetite changes, blurry vision, constipation ., observe for signs and symptoms of following: confusion, mood change, change in normal behavior, hallucinations/delusions, social isolation, suicidal ideations, withdrawal, decline in ability to help with/do ADLs, continence, cognitive function, shuffle gait, rigid muscles difficult ambulation, balance problems, accidents, dizziness/vertigo, falls, movement problems, tremors .CR#2 had acute/chronic general pain with interventions as pain assessment every shift. Record review of CR#2's Care plan revealed no updates were made to CR#2's care plan after the discovery of his rotator cuff tear. Record review of CR #2's admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Cognitive Pattern BIMS Summary Score was 9 indicating moderately impaired cognition. CR#2's functional status revealed walking in room and corridor only occurred once or twice in the last 7 days with 1 person assisting. Bed mobility, transfer, locomotion on and off unit, dressing, eating, toilet use, and personal hygiene were extensive assistance with one person assisting. Record of CR#2's physician orders revealed: Date 7/11/23 X-ray of Thoracic Spine to rule out osteomyelitis Date 7/11/23 Blood Cultures x2 sets Date 6/29/23 CBC, BMP, UA C&S one time only for 1 day Date 6/30/23 Chest x-ray 2 views one time only for 1 day Date 7/18/23 Right shoulder x-ray one time only for 1 day Date 7/10/23 UACnS, CBC/BMP order status discontinued Date 8/2/23 Blood sugar checks every 12 hours for diabetes mellitus. Date 8/22/23 Discharge to Hospital Date 8/17/23 May use ¼ bed side rails for positioning and ease in mobility as an enabler Date 6/27/23 Monitor & assess level of pain using the 0-10 scale: 0=no pain, 1-3=mild pain, 4-6=moderate pain, 7-10= severe pain every sift for monitoring. Date 6/27/23 Monitor and report to MD immediately any signs and symptoms of unusual bleeding, pale skin, weakness, black/tarry stools, head injury r/t fall/trauma as needed. Date 6/27/23 O.T. to evaluate and Treat as indicated. Date 6/27/23 P.T. to evaluate and treat as indicated. Date 7/27/23 Perform head to toe skin check, assess all areas of skin every week on Thursday day shift every day shift Thursday, document under assessment tab in residents chart (LN-skin evaluation) Date 7/18/23 Refer to orthopedic. Date 7/19/23Orthopedic appointment on 7/24/23 @ 1:45 p.m. (please print x-ray results to go with appt) one time only for 1 day Date 6/27/23 Acetylcysteine Inhalation Solution 20 % (Acetylcysteine) 4 milliliter inhale orally two times a day for cough Date 6/27/23 Albuterol Sulfate Nebulization Solution 2.5 MG/0.5ML 3 ml inhale orally via nebulizer every 6 hours as needed for Wheezing Date 6/27/23 Digoxin Tablet 125 MCG Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for heart failure Hold if HR < 60bpm. Date 6/27/23 Docusate Sodium Capsule 100 MG Give 1 capsule by mouth two times a day for bowel care Date 6/27/23 Eliquis Oral Tablet 5 MG (Apixaban) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day for ANTICOAGULANTS. Date 6/27/23 Humalog Kwik Pen Subcutaneous Solution Pen injector 100 UNIT/ML (Insulin Lispro) Inject as per sliding scale: if 200 - 250 = 2; 251 - 300 = 4; 301 - 350 = 6; 351 - 400 = 8, subcutaneously before meals for diabetes Date 8/2/23 Humalog Kwik Pen Subcutaneous Solution Pen injector 100 UNIT/ML (Insulin Lispro) Inject as per sliding scale: if 200 - 250 = 2; 251 - 300 = 4; 301 - 350= 6; 351 - 400 = 8, subcutaneously every 12 hours for diabetes Date 7/10/23 Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Oral Tablet 5-325 MG (Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen) Give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for Pain in the lower extremities Date 6/27/23 Lidoderm Patch 5 % (Lidocaine) Apply to per additional directions topically in the morning for Pain and remove per schedule Date 7/7/23 Mirtazapine Tablet 7.5 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth at bedtime for Appetite Loss Date 6/27/23 Naphazoline-Pheniramine Ophthalmic Solution 0.025-0.3 % (Naphazoline w/ Pheniramine) Instill 1 drop in both eyes every 24 hours as needed for allergy Date 6/27/23 Ondansetron HCl Tablet 4 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth every 8 hours as needed for Nausea and Vomiting Date 6/27/23 Thiamine Mononitrate Oral Tablet 100 MG (Thiamine Mononitrate) Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for supplement. Date 6/29/23 Tramadol HCl Oral Tablet 50 MG (Tramadol HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain. Date 8/10/23 Voltaren External Gel 1 % (Diclofenac Sodium (Topical)) Apply to hands and shoulder topically every 6 hours as needed for pain. Record review of CR #2's Fall Risk Evaluation dated on 6/27/23 by RN C revealed CR#2 was disoriented x 1, no falls in past 3 months, regularly incontinent, vision status was adequate, balance problem while standing/walking, no noted drop in systolic blood pressure between lying and standing and CR#2 had taken 1-2 of the following types of medications within last 7 days: Anesthetics, Antihistamines, Antihypertensive, Antiseizure, Benzodiazepines, Cathartics, Diuretics, Hypoglycemic, Narcotics, Psychoactive Meds, Sedatives /Hypnotics. Record review of CR#2's Medication Administration Record for June 2023 revealed: Monitor & Assess level of pain using the 0-10 SCALE: 0=NO PAIN, 1-3=MILD PAIN, 4-6=MODERATE PAIN, 7-10=SEVERE PAIN every shift for monitoring the pain was 0 on 6/28/23, 6/29/23, 6/30/23 for both shifts. MONITOR and REPORT TO MD IMMEDIATELY ANY S/S OF UNUSUAL BLEEDING, PALE SKIN, WEAKNESS, BLACK/TARRY STOOLS, HEAD INJURY R/T FALL/TRAUMA as needed was left blank on 6/27/23-6/30/23. Tramadol HCl Oral Tablet 50 MG (Tramadol HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain revealed on 6/29/23 was left blank and 6/30/23 the pain was at level 4 and medication was administered. Eliquis Oral tablet 5 mg (Apixaban) give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day for anticoagulants was administered. Record review of CR#2's Medication Administration Record for July 2023 revealed: Lidoderm Patch 5% (Lidocaine) apply to per additional directions topically in the morning for pain and remove per schedule revealed CR#2 had pain on 7/1/23 at level 1, 7/19/23 at level 1, 7/20/23 at level 1 and 7/28/23 at level 1. Medication was administered. Eliquis Oral tablet 5 mg (Apixaban) give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day for anticoagulants was administered. Monitor & Assess level of pain using the 0-10 SCALE: 0=NO PAIN, 1-3=MILD PAIN, 4-6=MODERATE PAIN, 7-10=SEVERE PAIN every shift for monitoring the pain was 0 on 6/28/23, 6/29/23, 6/30/23 for both shifts revealed CR#2 had pain level of 4 on 7/11/23 on the evening shift, level 4 on 7/14/23 on the evening shift, level 2 on 7/17/23 on the morning shift, level 3 on 7/18/23 on the morning shift, level 2 on 7/19/23 on the morning shift, level 6 on 7/26/23 on the morning shift. Tramadol HCl Oral Tablet 50 MG (Tramadol HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain revealed on 7/4/23 the pain level was 7, on 7/17/23 the pain level was 8, on 7/19/23 the pain level was 8, on 7/23/23 the pain level was 6, on 7/25/23 the pain level was 4 and 7/26/23 the pain level was 6. Record review of CR#2's Pulmonary Consult Note dated 6/28/23 by physician revealed CR#2 had generalized weakness, no abdominal pain .alert, lethargic, follows commands .no distress . Record review of CR#2's Progress note dated 6/29/23 by NP revealed On examination this morning, seen and examined seated in chair awake alert and oriented, he denies any distress or discomfort although minimally verbal. Labs noted to have leukocytosis of seventeen thousand for which UA C&S, CBC and chest x-ray have been ordered and he has been empirically placed on ceftriaxone pending current interventions .Weakness generalized: Patient to participate in PT/OT. Fall precautions. Record review of CR#2's NP Progress note dated 7/3/23 revealed Today patient (CR#2) is seen and examined in chair seated awake alert and oriented, he denies any distress or discomfort at my time of examination Record review of CR#2's Physician Progress note dated 7/13/23 revealed He (CR#2) is seen in his room today, he is well-appearing, he denies pain. He has had weight loss over the past month and has lost about 5%. Per speech therapy he is contact-guard assist for feeding and is on a mechanical soft diet. He continues to do well with therapy, minimal assist for bed mobility, moderate assist for transfers unable to ambulate with his walker .Max assist with toileting, able to ambulate 10 feet with 2 wheeled walker. Record review of CR#2's Progress notes dated 7/15/23 at 9:56 a.m. written by LVN H revealed Resident (CR#2) is alert, oriented x 2 no active symptoms or treatments effecting level of consciousness, cognition, sleep, mood, or behavior. Cognitive symptoms described as weak & limited range of motion, 1 person assist for ADL care, wheelchair for locomotion when out of bed. Record review of CR#2's Progress notes dated 7/16/23 at 11:32 a.m. written by LVN H revealed Resident (CR#2) is alert, oriented x 2 no active symptoms or treatments effecting level of consciousness, cognition, sleep, mood, or behavior. Cognitive symptoms described as alert, oriented to person, sometimes needs cues, staff to anticipate needs at times. Musculoskeletal: Observations of ROM, ADL care, locomotion, assistive device use are weak & limited ROM, 1 person assist for ADL care, wheelchair for locomotion when out of bed. No musculoskeletal changes observed. Skilled rehab services: Physical therapy Skilled rehab services: Occupational Therapy other observations and interventions include currently working with therapy to progress to goals. Record review of CR#2's Radiology Results Report dated 7/18/23 revealed Shoulder X-ray complete 2 or more views, significant findings No fracture or dislocation. Impression: Rotator cuff tear. Degenerative changes. Record review of CR#2's Psychiatric Initial assessment dated [DATE] revealed This patient (CR#2) was referred for Depression, Confusion. Today on exam:-In chair, poor eye contact, gave brief, incomplete and unreliable answers to specific questions. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 10:58 a.m. written by LVN G revealed Resident is alert, oriented x 2 no active symptoms or treatments effecting level of consciousness, cognition, sleep, mood or behavior. Cognitive symptoms described as slow to answer verbally. Occasionally forgetful .transfer: self-performance Limited assistance, transfer- support provided: one person physical assistance. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 6:48 p.m. written by LVN G revealed Right shoulder x-ray results sent to NP. NP informed this writer that he needs to be seen by orthopedic. This writer informed CR#2's family member via telephone. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/18/23 at 7:06 p.m. written by LVN G revealed Type Change in Condition. Change in Condition: symptoms or signs of condition change: Functional decline (worsening function and/or mobility) Other change in condition pain to right shoulder. Reported to primary care clinician: NP on 7/18/23 at 6 p.m., CR#2's family member notified 7/18/23 at 6 p.m. Record review of Nurse note dated 7/19/23 at 10:39 a.m. written by LVN G revealed Pain: Yes, Pain level 8- 7/19/23 at 10:39 a.m. pain scale numerical. Pain originates from rotator cuff tear located at right shoulder described as frequent sharp pain nonpharmaceutical interventions include being at rest .Cognition is alert, oriented x 2 no active symptoms or treatments effecting level of consciousness, cognition, sleep, mood or behavior. Cognitive symptoms described as slow to answer verbally. Occasionally forgetful. Record review of CR#2's Progress note dated 7/19/23 by NP revealed Resident (CR#2) is seen and examined in bed, he is awake alert and oriented, he denies any distress or discomfort at my time of examination. Patient had pain to right shoulder which x-ray was positive for rotator cuff tear for which Orthopedic appointment has been placed for 7/24/23. He has otherwise not had any other acute change in condition. Record review of CR#2's Daily Skilled Note dated 7/20/23 at 5:34 p.m. written by LVN B revealed Musculoskeletal: Observations of ROM, ADL care, locomotion, assistive device use are weak &limited ROM, 1 person assist for ADL care, wheelchair for locomotion when out of bed. No musculoskeletal changes observed . In an interview with LVN G on 09/25/23 at 12:25 PM, she said she contacted CR#2's nurse practitioner to order an x-ray of the resident's shoulder because he was always complained about shoulder pain. She said she contacted CR#2's responsible party when the x-ray results returned diagnosing the resident with a torn rotator cuff. She said she did not remember what she told the responsible party what the reason for the x-ray was. She said a torn rotator cuff could be caused from overstraining the arm and muscle, or pushing down or applying too much weight on a surface. In an interview on 9/14/23 at 10:15 a.m. with CR#2's family member, she said CR#2 moved into the facility in June 2023. CR#2's family member stated around mid-July 2023 (unknown date), the family member received a phone call from LVN G informing her the resident had a fractured rotator cuff. She said LVN G told her the resident was complaining of pain in his shoulder. In an interview with PT A on 09/25/23 at 1:20 PM, she said any time she became aware of an incident with a resident, she was supposed to report it to the resident's nurse immediately. She said she did not know if the nurse assessed CR#2. She said CR#2 made increasing complaints of pain in his shoulder. She said the reason an x-ray was ordered for CR#2 was due to his increasing complaints of pain. She said she did not know who ordered the x-ray to be performed on CR#2. In an interview with LVN G on 09/25/23 at 1:48 PM, she said she did not know whether CR#2 was assessed by another staff. She said CR#2 complained about pain from the time he was admitted to the facility, until he was discharged . She said CR#2 suffered from chronic pain and was prescribed Tylenol as a PRN medication for pain. She said any time CR#2 complained about pain, she documented the information on CR#2's MAR progress notes at the time she administered pain medication to CR#2. She said she did not know why she could not locate any notes related to complaints of pain from CR#2 on his June, July and August 2023 MAR's. She said she was trained to document the resident's level of pain by asking the resident to identify their pain on a scale of 1-10, and whether the pain was radiating or not. She said if she performed an assessment, she would have documented it in their system. She said she contacted CR#2's NP to get an x-ray order of CR#2's left shoulder because CR#2 began making increased complaints of pain to his left shoulder. She said she probably could have documented CR#2's complaints of pain better. In an interview with the Facility MD on 09/27/23 at 12:52 PM, she said she was familiar with CR#2. She said the first time she assessed CR#2 was on 06/28/23. She said she saw CR#2 on 07/13/23 and CR#2 was not able to ambulate using his walker. She said she could not remember whether she noted whether CR#2 was able to ambulate. She said she noted CR#2 to be a minimum assist in bed and CR#2 could only take 10 steps with his walker. She said she never received any alerts from staff regarding pain to the shoulder. She said CR#2 was receiving skilled nursing services, so she was seeing him every week. She said CR#2 complained about pain every time she saw him. She said she decided to order the xray because CR#2 was complaining about shoulder pain. The MD said CR#2's x-ray results show a torn rotator cuff. The MD stated most rotator cuff injuries were more common in painters and tennis players. She said a rotator cuff tear was not typically an injury that could be sustained from one single movement. She said rotator cuff tears were the result of repeated motion of the arms. She said the reason she did not get a full history on CR#2, in regard to how he could've sustained the rotator cuff tear was because he was at the facility for skilled nursing. She said while CR #2 was under her care, she was seeing him on a weekly basis because he was receiving skilled nursing services. She said she prescribed the Voltaren Gel on 8/10/23 after CR#2 complained of pain in his shoulder and hands during her weekly assessment. She said she preferred not to prescribe narcotic medication for pain when it was possible. In an interview with the MDS Nurse on 09/27/23 at 1:50 PM, she said when she completed CR#2's care plan, she goes over ever complete diagnoses, psychotropics. She said she was not sure as to why there was a breakdown in the system in having the resident's care plan updated. She said she did not remember hearing anything about CR#2 having a rotator cuff tear in the staff morning meetings. She said if the issue was acute or had to do with a medication, the nurse would be responsible for updating the care plan. She said she is typically swamped, so the nurse would assist. The MDS nurse said the RN F was responsible for psychotropics, the treatment nurse does wounds and anything triggered for ADL, hydration, constipation, incontinence she does and the DON does the falls. In an interview on 9/26/23 at 1:30 p.m. with the DON, she said she was aware of the shoulder injury to CR#2. He has a chronic issue of shoulder pain, and she said he came from a different facility and had a fall at that facility. CR#2 also had a fall at home prior to that. He was complaining of pain in the shoulder and the x-ray showed rotator cuff injury. He was sent to ortho and ortho said it was chronic. She stated the CR#2 was admitted with the injury. She referred to miscellaneous documents in the electronic file. Surveyor and DON looked together and there was no mention of the injury in the documents DON stated was there. CR#2 was on pain management already. Surveyor and DON reviewed the clinical file and discovered the pain management was for his back. She stated that she found out about the injury after admission. He was given x ray order for shoulder pain. He was complaining more of shoulder pain. DON stated that just because he had increased shoulder pain did not mean this was an injury of unknown origin or was a new injury. She stated that her and the NP had a discussion about situation (injury). She said NP was within the same group as the other facility, possibly. DON stated that she does not know for sure but believes NP was seeing CR#2 before. DON confirmed with surveyor that CR#2 was not care planned for rotator cuff injury and that CR#2 was a fall risk upon admission. She doesn't recall looking at assessments, She did not assess CR#2. She said based on the policy she supposes it would be an injury of unknown origin. The Administrator is aware at this point. But at the time of incident it was talked about in the morning meeting. She said she is capable of reporting incidents. If another staff came to her about a resident having a fall the expectation is to assess the resident. Nueros would be initiated for unwitnessed falls. It would be herself or the ADON who are on the hall to oversee the documentation and ensure it was done. Care plan should be updated. Interventions he had were working, he would put the light on and they would check on him. In an Interview with Administrator and Clinical Market Leader on 9/28/23 at 10:58 a.m. she stated they recently looked at CR#2's previous hospital records before coming to their facility and found CR#2 had arm swelling, but it did not say right or left and the hospital completed a doppler for DVT (Deep vein thrombosis) and it was ruled out. She stated CR#2 had a fall prior to being discharged going to another Nursing facility CR#2 went home and went to a hospital. She stated the facility did not have hospital records that show CR#2 had rotator cuff injury and the facility did not have any other records. The Administrator stated the facility did reach out to CR#2's previous Nursing facility to get CR#2's paperwork and they did speak with the NP and that is when x-ray was done. The Administrator stated CR#2's family member said the rotator cuff tear was a longstanding issue. The Administrator stated when the NP gave CR#2 the order for an x-ray he was not aware that CR#2 had increased pain. She stated CR#2 came into the facility with right shoulder pain, but the facility assumed therapy would help but it did not help it. She stated CR#2 started not participating in therapy so NP gave order to give CR#2 an x-ray. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 11:20 a.m. with the DON, the Administrator and Clinical Market Leader she stated she would report the allegations about CR#2's injury of unknown origin to the State, and based on their own evidence she would do an investigation and an assessment. Clinical Market Leader stated a visual or staff looking at CR#2 was not appropriate to complete an assessment. The DON stated in her job she reviewed incidents/accident reports, but no one reviewed CR#2's incident/accidents. The DON stated she reviews assessments, and care plans weekly and as needed. She reviewed CR#2's Care plan but she did not recall when she did the review. The DON stated when she reviews care plans she looks for any changes residents have, ensure their initial care plan was completed, and add anything a specific resident needed personalized. In an interview with ADON B on 9/29/23 at 8:55 AM, she said she was familiar with CR#2. She said CR#2 was a resident on the hall she was responsible for. She said she entered CR#2's order into his electronic health record upon his admission to the facility. She said CR#2 used his wheelchair most of the time when he was not in his bed. She said she believed LVN G completed an assessment on CR#2. She said when the resident got here, the resident had a poor appetite. She said CR#2's family member said since his other family member passed on the years before, his appetite had been poor since then. She said with regard to CR#2's increased pain, CR#2 already had pain in his shoulder. She said she could not speak to why the shoulder pain was not documented at the time of admission. ADON B said CR#2 did not want to participate in therapy. She said they spoke to the family and told CR#2 in order for him to go home, he had to complete therapy. She said CR#2 began participating in therapy and had increased pain, she said they attributed the increased pain to CR#2 now participating in therapy. ADON B said CR#2 was not doing therapy before, but now he was and they attributed the pain to increased activity via therapy. She said if CR#2's rotator cuff tear a new injury, she would report it, but the nurse practitioner said CR#2's injury was chronic. She said she spoke to the nurse practitioner. The ADON said she was aware of CR#2's rotator cuff tear. She said the facility did an investigation into CR#2's injury, and according to x-ray results, the rotator cuff tear was a degenerative injury. She said they spoke to CR#2, and CR#2's family member. The ADON said she did not document any of the conversations regarding the rotator cuff tear because she thought the DON had done it. She said none of the nurse's ever told the ADON CR#2 experiencing shoulder pain. She said the pain medication prescribed for CR#2 was for his hip. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 11:23 a.m. with the Orthopedic Physician he stated he saw CR#2 once on July 24, 2023 and CR#2 came in with his family member with right shoulder pain. He stated CR#2's family member told the physician CR#2 fell and had a vertebral fracture and was unable to move his wheelchair. The Physician stated the bars on his wheelchair obstructed any view of the shoulder so he could not get the x-rays. The Orthopedic physician stated CR#2 was weak on all rotator cuff testing and two days ago, the Clinical Market Leader called from the facility saying, how did you diagnose a rotator cuff tear with acute x-rays. He stated the Clinical Market Leader sent a one view x-ray and it was hard to tell anything on one view that was a one-dimensional structure. He stated he needed more info from CR#2 and additional views. The Physician stated CR#2's rotator cuff was fully torn, or he could have had 2 fibers hanging on and then it broke eventually. He stated CR#2 did not complain of an injury, just increased shoulder pain. The Orthopedic physician stated if the rotator cuff was fully torn it could not become more torn, but if CR#2 had further injury like a fall it could have completely torn. The physician stated he was unable to examine CR#2's shoulder more because of the patient's (CR#2's) condition. The physician stated CR#2 had not had the shoulder pain initially, he did not know if the patient (CR#2) fell or if transferring him or moving him improperly could have caused the rotator cuff to completely tear. He stated it was hard to say definitively the reason for the rotator cuff tear. He stated it was hard because if CR#2 had a fracture it would be healed by now, but rotator cuff's once torn completely do not just repair. The Orthopedic physician stated if CR#2 did not have issues with his shoulder before it was not all the way torn, but he could not say if it happened in the facility, or if it happened in the hospital. He stated CR#2's condition was chronic and long standing but it does not mean his symptoms were chronic and longstanding. The Physician stated if CR#2 was asymptomatic before did not mean he did not have the problem and just because the problem occurred did not mean it existed before. He stated if CR#2 did have the condition before a fall, a fall undoubtedly can reinjure and could cause significant injury. He stated it was impossible to say how long CR#2 had it and chronic was longer than 3 months. He stated the x-rays were from a while back, but it did not mean CR#2 did not injure himself due to falling, it absolutely could have happened from a fall or mistreatment. Record review of Facility Policy on Significant Change in Condition, Response under Quality of Care revised on 1/2022 revealed, It is the policy of this facility to ensure each resident receives quality of care and services to attain and maintain the highest practicable physical mental and psychosocial well-being in accordance with the interdisciplinary comprehensive assessment and plan of care. If, at any time, it is recognized by any one of the team members that the condition or care needs of the resident have changed, the Licensed Nurse or Nurse Supervisor should be made aware. Examples would be the following (but not limited to): .Change in ability to or decline in physical function .Fall or other related incident, New complaints of pain or worsening pain .The Nurse will perform and document an assessment of the resident and identify need for additional interventions, considering implementation of existing orders or nursing interventions or through communication with the resident's provider using SBAR or similar process to obtain new orders or interventions. The resident will then be placed on the 24 Hour Report and Nursing will provide no less than three (3) days of observation, documentation, and response to any interventions Record review of Abuse: Prevention of and Prohibition Against, revealed the following: Revised on 10/22, It is the policy of this facility that each resident has the right to be free from abuse, neglect, misappropriation of Resident property, and exploitation the facility will provide oversight and monitoring to ensure that it's staff deliver care and services in a way that promotes and respects the rights of the residents to be free from abuse, neglect, misappropriation of Resident property, and exploitation. D. Prevention .assuring the residents are free from neglect by having the structures and processes to provide immediate care and services to all residents which includes but is not limited to the completion of a facility assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for its residents competently
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure each resident receives adequate supervision to prevent accid...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure each resident receives adequate supervision to prevent accidents for 1 (CR#4) of 12 residents reviewed for accidents, hazards, and supervision. The facility failed to adequately supervise CR#4 while giving him a shower using shampoo in an unlabeled medication cup. The facility failed to contact the physician after CR#4 drank shampoo The facility failed to contact poison control after drinking shampoo Findings include: Record review of CR #4's face sheet revealed he was a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE]. He was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (constriction of airways and difficulty breathing), acute kidney failure (kidney unable to filter waste), non-St elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction (partial blockage of one of the coronary arteries, causing reduced flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart), atherosclerotic heart disease (narrows the arteries close to your heart), type 2 diabetes with diabetic neuropathy (high blood sugar with type of nerve damage mostly affects legs and feet), need for assistance with personal care, unsteadiness on feet, muscle weakness, lack of coordination, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), pleural effusion (water on the lungs), mild cognitive impairment, radiculopathy of cervical region (pinched nerve), major depressive disorder, anemia (low red blood cells), chronic pain syndrome, heart failure (heart muscle unable to pump blood), respiratory failure (not enough oxygen in the tissue in your body or when you have too much carbon dioxide in your blood), rectal abscess (collection of pus from an infection near the anus), gastrointestinal hemorrhage (bleeding in your digestive tract), obstructive and reflux uropathy (disorder of the urinary tract that occurs due to obstructed urinary flow), and difficulty walking. Record review of CR #4's Care Plan dated 1/16/23 revealed CR#4 was found at risk for impaired thought processes r/t mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology with interventions as engage in simple, structured activities that avoid overly demanding tasks, Give step by step instructions one at a time as needed to support cognitive function, Keep routine consistent and try to provide consistent care givers as much as possible in order to decrease confusion. CR#4 also had potential for mood problem r/t mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology with interventions to assist to identify strengths, positive coping skills and reinforce these. CR#4 was identified for preferring to stay in room, has no interest in activities with interventions as establish and record prior level of activity involvement and interests by talking with resident, caregivers and family on admission and as necessary, explain the importance of social interaction and leisure activity time. Encourage participation by next review . Record review of CR #4's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Cognitive Pattern BIMS Summary Score was 10 indicating moderate impaired cognition. CR#4's functional status revealed walk in room and corridor did not occur, locomotion on/off the unit only occurred once or twice with person assisting, transfer only happened once or twice with the assistance of 2 staff, bed mobility and toilet use were extensive assistance with one person assisting. Bathing self performance was found to be activity itself did not occur. CR#4 required substantial/maximal assistance for toileting, upper and lower body dressing and was dependent for shower/bathing self and putting on/taking off footwear. CR#4 was found to have occasional pain. Record review of CR#4's Nurse notes dated 7/1/23 at 6:33 p.m. by LVN I revealed, Around 5 p.m. staff reported, while bathing resident he placed a cup on table with soap in it, about 30cc. Resident drank the soap. He stated he thought it was his medicine. Resident alert and oriented x 4, no distress noted. No complaint of pain or discomfort NP was notified, monitor Patient. DON was notified by message. Call light was in reach. Record review of CR#4's Nurse Notes dated 7/2/2023 at 12:33 p.m. by LVN I revealed, Complained of upset stomach, nausea, and cannot move bowels. Alert and oriented x 4, .Called team Health, spoke with NP. Give enema, rectal, gave Zofran as ordered. Record review of CR#4's Clinical records did not reveal an incident report. Record review of CR#4's Clinical records did not reveal neuro checks. In an interview with ADON A on 09/14/23 at 12:00 PM, she said the CNA took CR#4 to take a shower and there was soap in a medication cup. She said she did not recall seeing an incident report. In an interview on 09/14/23 at 1:42 PM with the DON she stated she was aware of the incident in July 2023 with CR#4. The DON stated she was told that a CNA was giving CR#4 a shower and CR#4 drank shampoo. The DON stated she believed CR#4's nurse informed her of the incident, but she was not sure. The DON stated the CNA poured shampoo from the bottle into a medicine cup to use on CR#4 during the shower. She stated it was about 30 cc's worth of shampoo in the cup, and CR#4 drank it all. The DON stated she could not recall who the CNA was. She stated she did not report the incident to the State and she did not know why the incident was not reported. The DON stated after the incident, the CNA was in-serviced, but there was no disciplinary action as a result of the incident. She stated she would look for documents related to CR#4's incident and provide them to the State Surveyors. In an interview with the Administrator on 09/21/23 at 5:40 PM, he said he was made aware of the incident with the shampoo after being informed by the DON a few days ago. He said the facility addressed the concern at the time the incident occurred. The Administrator stated the CNA involved in the incident did receive disciplinary action as a result of the incident. He stated the CNA no longer worked at the facility. The Administrator stated after learning about the incident, he reviewed all the information and discussed the incident with the facility's Clinical Resource. He stated the incident had not been reported to HHSC. The Administrator stated he was not aware documentation regarding this incident had been requested from the DON on 09/14/23. He stated he would have the DON email all documents to the State Surveyor. In an interview with the Facility MD on 09/27/23 at 12:52 PM, she said stated the incident should have been reported to poison control and Poison control would have been able to tell them what they needed to do for CR#4. The Facility MD stated gastro intestinal concerns, vomiting, and nausea may be symptoms someone could have. She stated if a resident ingested shampoo, they should contact the doctor and call poison control. In an interview on 9/28/23 at 10:58 a.m. with the Clinical Market Leader she stated she found out about CR#4 who drank shampoo recently and the facility did not report it. She stated the Administrator said notification was done to CAC and physician. The Clinical Market Leader stated they were told to continue monitoring. She stated the CNA was giving a bed bath to CR#4, and it was soap and the CNA turned away CR#4. The Clinical Market Leader stated the Nurse assessed CR#4 and contacted CR#4's physician. She stated CR#4 went to hospital on 7/2/23 related to chest pain. She stated the days following the shampoo incident CR#4 had chronic abdominal issues prior to this and they contacted CR#4's physician. The Clinical Market Leader stated the facility did not contact poison control. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 1:55 p.m. with RN B she stated she heard about CR#4 swallowing shampoo, and he was her long term care resident She learned about CR#4's situation after he was discharged . She stated she did not know about him swallowing shampoo when it happened. In an interview on 9/29/23 at 2:22 p.m. ADON B she stated the shampoo was an unusual occurrence she would make sure the nurse documented it and she would assess the resident (CR#4) because shampoo is chemical and she would notify the DON and the Administrator and CR#4's family and the doctor. She stated she was not aware the incident happened. On Tuesday, 9/26/23 and learned State was in the building investigating shampoo on Monday, 9/25/23. She stated she was told that the CNA had shampoo on the bedside table and the CNA was giving care to CR#4 and CR#4 thought it was medicine and drank it. She stated she had no idea it happened, but if she were to be notified of an incident like that, she would expect the CNA to tell her when that happened. ADON B stated should she have been notified she would have completed an assessment, notified the Dr. and CR#4's family and the Administrator because it was an unusual occurrence. ADON B stated CR#4 should be monitored for several days after, notify the Dr. to ask what orders they want to be in place because CR#4 swallowed the shampoo, and they would have contacted poison control.
Aug 2023 1 deficiency 1 IJ
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the environment was free of accident hazards a...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the environment was free of accident hazards and failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent accidents for 1 resident (Resident #1) of four residents reviewed for accidents and hazards. -The side rail on Resident #1's bed was not properly fastened to the bed frame, causing it to rotate and expose a metal rod. Resident #1 was transferred from the wheelchair to the bed, his lower right leg was punctured with the exposed metal rod, resulting in Resident #1 receiving 10 staples to his right leg. -Staff transferred Resident #1 from the wheelchair to the bed using one-person transfer. Resident #1 required two persons for transfers. An Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) was identified on 08/29/2023 at 02:54 p.m. While the IJ was removed on 08/30/21 at 04:15 p.m., the facility remained out of compliance at a scope of isolated with actual harm, due to the need to evaluate the effectiveness of the corrective systems. This failure could place residents at risk for severe injury, harm, or possible death. Findings include: Record review of the admission Record for Resident #1 (printed on 08/15/2023) revealed he was [AGE] years old and was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, subdural hematoma (bleeding on/near the brain), Alzheimer's disease, and lack of coordination. Record review of Resident #1's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed he required extensive assistance of 2 persons for transfers . Record review of a Physician's Order dated 07/30/2023 revealed .May use mobility bars [side rails] to aide in easy turning and repositioning while in bed . Record review of a Skin Alteration report dated 08/09/2023 revealed Resident #1 received a laceration to his right lower leg on that date. The report read in part .CNA stated it occurred when she was attempting to put resident to bed and accidently hit the metal bed railing and it caused a laceration . The resident was sent to the hospital. Record review of a NN dated 08/09/2023 at 10:32 p.m., revealed Resident #1 returned from the hospital. He had received a Tetanus shot and antibiotics. He received 10 staples in his right lower leg to close the wound. Record review of the Incident Report dated 08/09/2023 revealed the resident was oriented to person, but not to place, time, or situation . Observation on 08/15/2023 at 9:50 a.m., revealed Resident #1's bed was a low bed (frame/mattress not elevated from the floor), with fall mats on both sides. There were no side rails. Resident #1 was not in the room. Observation on 08/15/2023 at 10:49 a.m., revealed Resident #1 was in the dining room in a wheelchair. He did not respond to a verbal greeting. In an observation and interview on 08/15/2023 at 12:15 p.m., a family member said the low bed was new since yesterday (08/14/2023). He said he had taken a picture of Resident #1's leg and of the side rail after the injury. Observation on 08/15/2023 at 12:30 p.m. of the photo of the side rail revealed the bed at the time of the injury was not a low bed. The side rail was attached to the bed, but it was pivoted approximately 180 degrees, which created a hook-shaped metal rod pointing upward, slightly above the floor. In an interview on 08/15/2023 at 12:05 p.m., the DON said CNA A was transferring Resident #1 from the wheelchair to the bed. The resident's leg was caught on a metal piece of the side rail. She said CNA A lifted the resident and his leg was released from the bed. She said that was CNA A's last day. In an interview on 08/15/2023 at 2:35 p.m., a family member of Resident #1 said she had concern that he was a one-person transfer. She said she transferred him by herself, but it was difficult. She is a trained professional who transfers persons as part of her occupation. In an interview via telephone on 08/15/2023 at 2:57 p.m., CNA A said she was transferring Resident #1 from his wheelchair to the bed. She said when she stood the resident up, the side rail 'broke' and had 'two things sticking out.' She said one of the pieces became stuck in the resident's leg. She said she sat the resident on the side of the bed and the piece of the side rail came out of his leg. She said she then went and alerted the nurse. She said she was the only staff assisting in that transfer. She said some days it required two staff to transfer him, and some days it could be achieved with one staff. She said she had been employed at the facility for three weeks. She said she received very little orientation and did not know the residents' needs very well. Observation and interview on 08/15/2023 at 3:12 p.m., with the Maintenance Director revealed he said when that type of side rail became loose from the frame rail, it would rotate, exposing the sharp pieces. He demonstrated on the siderail that had been removed from Resident #1's bed. Observation revealed that when the fastening knob was loosened, the siderail was top-heavy and rotated approximately 180 degrees, exposing two pieces of metal rod, each approximately 0.5-inch diameter. The rods were curved approximately 1.5 inches from the end, creating a hook-shape that pointed upward. The demonstration was consistent with the photograph presented by the family member. Record review of a Staff Development/Inservice Attendance Sheet dated 08/09/2023 revealed CNA A attended the in-service of Transfer Training. There was no time of day scribed on the in-service. In an interview on 08/29/2023 at 9:30 a.m., the DON said all of the direct-care staff had been in-serviced on transfers and side-rail safety . On 08/29/2023 at 10:43 a.m., the in-service sign in sheets entitled Transfer Training dated 08/09/2023 was compared with the Nursing/CNA schedules for 08/24/2023 through 08/29/2023 day shift. Twenty nurses and ten CNAs who had not had the in-service had worked during the five days reviewed. On 08/29/2023 at 11:00 a.m., the in-service sign in sheets for side rail safety dated 08/16/2023 was compared with the Nursing/CNA schedules for 08/24/2023 through 08/29/2023 day shift. Eleven nurses and five CNAs who had not received the in-service had worked during the five days reviewed. In an interview on 08/29/2023 at 12:25 p.m. the Administrator said the staff would be required to complete an on-line safety course on side rails prior to returning to work. All staff were to complete the course by 09/03/2023 even if they do not work a shift. An Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) was identified on 08/29/2023 at 2:54 p.m., due to the above failures. The Administrator and the DON were notified. The Administrator was provided with the IJ template on 08/29/2023 at 1:10 p.m. The following Plan of Removal was submitted by the facility, and was accepted on 08/30/2023 at 11:08 a.m Cambridge Health and Rehab Plan of Removal, Version 2.0 August 29. 2023; Revised August 30,2023 F689 Free of accident hazards The facility failed to ensure Resident #1 was free of accident hazards. The facility failed to complete a two-person transfer for Resident #1. 1. The Medical Director, _____ [Physician B], was notified of IJ on 8/29/23 at 4:15 pm. 2. 8/9/23 1912 resident #1 was taken to _____ [Hospital] ED via stretcher with _____ [ambulance service] transportation. 3. 8/10/23 0648 Resident #l returned from _____ [Hospital] ED Via _____ [ambulance service] transportation on a stretcher. Resident resting with eyes closed. No S/S Pain. Dressing to right lower lateral [outer] leg is clean, dry & intact. Resident received a Tetanus shot & shot of 1Gram Ceftriaxone [antibiotic] while there & came back with orders for Augmentin [antibiotic] 875MG but the _____ [pharmacy] doesn't carry that so SN called [Hospital] ED back & received new order for Keflex [antibiotic] 500MG. 1 PO TID X 7 Days. Also received order for Bactroban [antibiotic] 2% ointment to be applied BID with wound care: clean with normal Saline & Gauze, pat dry, apply Bactroban, cover with gauze & secure with Coban [self-adherent wrap] BID. Also order for Mobic [pain medication] 7.5MG 1 PO QD PRN X 10 Days Only. Resident has 10 staples in the wound & will need reevaluation of when they can be removed by facility Dr, NP, or PA. Resident slept well the rest of the night. Resident's son was notified of when resident returned & that he's stable, sleeping well. 4. 8/12/23 Care Conference conducted with family with ED, DON & DOR and recommendations were made to change resident to a 2 person transfer per family preference. 5. Social Worker will monitor Resident for any psychosocial negative effects, to date none have been exhibited. 6. Training and competencies regarding transfer assistance levels and supervision; and preventing accidents and hazards was initiated with ED, DON, Maintenance Director and nursing staff on 8/29/23 and will be completed on 8/30/23 by _____ [DON]; or by _____ [ADON C]; _____ [ADON D]; _____ [RN E]; _____ [LVN F]; _____ [RN G]; _____[DPT]. The trainings included transfer assistance levels and preventing accidents. The facility referenced the following policies: Transfer techniques, incident accident prevention with a focus on assessment of equipment. 7. Training on preventing accidents and hazards was initiated with DON, ED, Maintenance Director and nursing staff on 8/29/23 and will be completed on 8/30/23 by _____ [DON]; or by _____ [ADON C]; _____ [ADON D]; _____ [RN E]; _____ [LVN F]; _____ [RN G]; _____ [DPT]. Training included how to locate the [NAME] in POC and location of Maintenance logs for repair requests. 8. This training and competency will be in-person for all nursing staff and prior to starting their next shift. Nursing staff will not be allowed to work until they have completed the training and competency with _____ [DON]; or by _____ [ADON C]; _____ [ADON D]; _____ [RN E]; _____ [LVN F]; _____ [RN G]; _____ [DPT]. This training and competency will also be included in the new hire orientation and will be included for agency/PRN staff prior to starting work on the floor. These staff will not be allowed to work unless they have received their training and competency. 9. An ad hoc meeting regarding items in the IJ template was completed on 8/29/23 at 4:30pm. Attendees included _____ [Administrator], ED, _____ [DON]; _____ [ADON C]; _____ [ADON D]; _____ [RN H]; _____ [RN E]; _____ [LVNF]; _____ [RN G]. The Plan of removal items and interventions were developed, reviewed, and agreed upon. 10. The transfer policy was reviewed by _____ [DON] on 8/29/2023. 11. The incident/accident prevention guidelines were reviewed by ____ [ED] on 08/29/2023. 12. All residents could have been affected by the alleged deficient practice. Currently there are 87 residents living in the facility. Therapy will assess all residents for transfer needs by 8/30/23. This information will be added to the Care Profile and all care plans will be updated by 8/30/2023 The MDS resource is reviewing all MDS, care plans and [NAME] and therapy recommendation for transfer status and will update specific resident MDS if needed by 8/30/2023. Staff will be trained on where this information is located for [NAME]. 13. Incidents/ accidents were reviewed after the accident for Res #1 on 8/10/2023, no other equipment or side rail issues were identified. Incidents/ accidents were reviewed during QAPI on 8/28/23 - no other concerns were identified. 14 .Therapy, Maintenance and Nursing staff completed bed rail audits of all residents with a side rail the week of 8/15-8/18. Rounds were made on 8/28/23 by Clinical Resource to identify other concerns with side rails and no other concerns were identified. Rounds are being made today 8/30/23 by _____ [SLP], Therapy Resource and _____ [RN I] to check side rails for safety. Monitoring for implementation of the POR: In an interview on 08/30/2023 at 2:40 p.m. the DPT said all the residents have been assessed by the Therapy Department and the Care Plans have been updated. Record review revealed the Therapy Department had assessed each resident. Random search of five residents revealed correct Care Plan information. Observation on 08/30/2023 at 2:50 p.m. revealed LVN J and ADON C provided wound care for Resident #1. Five of the ten staples were removed, per physician orders. No concerns with technique were noted. Record review on 08/30/2023 at 3:30 p.m. revealed all staff who have worked up to the present shift have completed the online training and the in-person in-services for side rails and transfer techniques. Review of Resident #1's clinical record revealed the Social Worker visited him on 08/30/2023. Review of the Employee Checklist dated 08/30/2023 revealed most direct care staff have completed the online training. In an interview on 08/30/2023 at 3:40 p.m., the Administrator said the remaining employees would complete the online training and in-services prior to starting their next shift. Interviews on 08/30/2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 4:10 p.m. with one MA and three CNAs revealed they all said they had the in-services on side rail safety and transfers. The Administrator and DON were informed the Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 08/30/23 at 04:15 p.m. However, the facility remained out of compliance at a scope of isolated and severity level of actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy, due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness of the corrective systems.
Jan 2023 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D)

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

Grievances (Tag F0585)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to make prompt efforts to resolve grievances the resident may have for 1 (Resident #9) of 9 residents reviewed for grievances. The facility failed to - investigate Resident #9's claim of a missing $20 bill and a missing pajama set that was never returned from the laundry room. This failure could place residents at risk of unresolved grievances and diminished resident's quality of life. Findings included: Record review of Resident #9's face sheet dated 1/20/2023 revealed a [AGE] year-old female who was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Her diagnoses included type 2 diabetes (condition where blood glucose levels are too high), hyperlipidemia (high blood cholesterol), and mood disorder (general emotional state or mood is disturbed or inconsistent with your circumstances and interferes with the ability to function). Record review of Resident #9's Comprehensive MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #9 had a BIMs score of 12 out of 15 indicating the resident's cognition was moderately impaired. The resident required extensive assistance with one-person physical assist with bed mobility, transfer, dressing, toilet use, and personal hygiene. The resident required supervision to walk in room, to walk in corridor, and locomotion on unit. Record Review of Resident #9's Grievance Resolution Form dated 12/19/2022 reflected, R.P. stated the resident was missing her new eyeglasses. A search was done in the room; however, her eyeglasses could not be found. A new order for eyeglasses was placed by the facility from the store, recommended by the R.P. Observation and interview on 1/22/2023 at 10:28 a.m. revealed Resident #9 lying in bed. She said she was missing two new pair of pajamas that she sent to the laundry. She said they returned one pair of pajamas, but the other one was missing. She said they had been missing for two weeks. She said her eyeglasses and eyeglass case went missing on 12/19/22. She said she had $20.00 in her eyeglass case when her eyeglass case went missing. She said her eyeglasses and eyeglass case were returned, but the $20.00 bill was no longer in the eyeglass case. In a follow-up interview on 1/24/2023 at 1:00 p.m. with Resident #9, she said she went to the doctor's office and got a new pair of eyeglasses. She said the doctor gave her back the case. She said the maintenance man and a CNA were in her room the day her items went missing, and she believed one of them took her $20 bill. She said she had two pajama sets with her name written on the inside and one pair was found on another resident and they were returned to her. She said the other pair of pajamas were still missing. Interview on 1/24/2023 at 1:15 p.m. with MD2, he said he was aware of the incident and was in the room the day Resident #9 said her $20 bill went missing. He said he was in the room for about 10-12 minutes to fix a tube light on the B-side bed area. He said he was not on Resident #9's side of the room. MD2 denied touching Resident #9's eyeglass case. Interview on 1/24/2023 at 1:17 p.m. with SW, she said she had a grievance form concerning a pair of eyeglasses that were reported missing. She said there was nothing reported or investigated regarding Resident #9's missing $20 bill. She said the grievance regarding the missing eyeglasses was reported on 12/19/2022. Interview on 1/24/2023 at 1:23 p.m. with the LVN supervisor, she said whatever Resident #9's family reported that the day of the incident of the missing glasses, is what she put on the grievance form. She said if Resident #9's family complained about money missing then it wasn't on the same day. She said today is the first time hearing about the money not being handled. She said she heard staff talking about the missing twenty-dollar bill it a week ago. She said the Social Worker was responsible for investigating the incident. In a follow-up Interview on 1/24/2023 at 2:07 p.m. with SW, she said nothing was reported to her regarding Resident #9's missing pajamas. She said she received a report about a few dresses that went missing, and the facility replaced those dresses. She said the CNA's, residents, and their family's reported issues and problems to her, and she was responsible for investigating those issues. She said the facility reimbursed Resident #9 for her missing $20.00 bill today. She said she notified Resident #9's family member regarding the reimbursement of Resident #9's missing $20 bill. In a follow-up interview on 1/24/2023 at 2:20 p.m. with Resident #9, she said her pajamas went missing on 12/16/22. She said she reported the incident to the CNA, and the CNA reported it to another staff member. She said she was missing a pair of paints and a grey shirt with white sleeves. Interview on 1/24/2023 at 2:25 p.m. with the LVN supervisor, he said today was the first time hearing about Resident #9 missing pajamas. She said the CNA reported the incidents to the charge nurse. Record Review of the facility's policy titled Grievances revised on 11/23/2016 read in part . it is the policy of this facility to establish a grievance process to make prompt efforts to resolve grievances the resident may have. The facility's grievance official is responsible for overseeing the grievance process receiving and tracking grievances; leading necessary investigations by the facility; maintaining the confidentiality of all information associated with grievances; issuing written grievance decisions to the resident, if requested; and coordinating with state and federal agencies if necessary. Grievance official will immediately report all alleged violations involving neglect, abuse, including injuries of unknown source, and/or misappropriation of resident property to the administrator; and as required by State law .
Jan 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

Deficiency F0624 (Tag F0624)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide sufficient preparation and orientation to ensure safe and orderly transfer or discharge from the facility for one resident (Resident #1) of four residents reviewed for discharge. -The facility documented intent to discharge Resident #1 to a women's shelter that did not provide the assistance the resident required. -Although Resident #1 was not yet discharged due to a pending appeal decision, the facility documentation reflected the resident would be discharged to the shelter if the RP lost the appeal. The deficient practice placed the resident at risk for not receiving basic care required for her healthcare needs. Findings include: Record review of the admission Record dated 01/04/2023 revealed Resident #1 was an [AGE] year old female and was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, fracture of left femur (upper leg bone), cognitive communication deficit, muscle weakness, and lack of coordination. Record review of the MDS dated [DATE] for Resident #1 revealed she scored 3 of 15 on the BIMS, indicative of severely impaired cognition. The MDS reflected the resident required extensive assistance from one person for bed mobility, transfers, dressing, and personal hygiene. She was not able to walk. The MDS reflected the resident was at risk for developing pressure ulcers. The resident was incontinent of bowel and bladder. Record review of the Care Plan for Resident #1 (revised 04/18/2022) revealed the resident required staff assistance with toilet use, repositioning in bed, bathing, bed mobility, personal hygiene, eating, and transferring. Record review of the Care Plan for Resident #1 (revised 07/06/2022) revealed the resident wished to return to her home upon discharge. An intervention was Make arrangements with required community resources to support independence post-discharge (SPECIFY: homes [sic] care, PT, OT, MD, Wound Nurse). Record review of the Notice of Proposed Transfer/discharge date d 10/25/2022 for Resident #1 revealed the resident was going to be discharged to a women's shelter. The Notice was signed by the facility's Executive Director. Record review of the Physician's Order dated 11/29/2022 at 9:58 a.m. revealed Resident #1 was to be discharged home. The order did not reflect the resident was to be discharged to a shelter. Interview on 01/04/2023 at 8:52 a.m. with the Ombudsman revealed an appeal hearing was conducted on 12/28/2022 , and all parties were awaiting a decision. Observation on 01/04/2023 at 10:00 a.m. revealed Resident #1 was in her room. She was sitting in a wheelchair. She responded to a verbal greeting but did not answer any questions. Interview on 01/04/2023 at 11:09 a.m. with BOM A revealed she said the 30-day discharge letter was a form letter that the facility filled in the resident's name and RP information, as well as a discharge to address. She said if there's no discharge address available, the address on the letter would be the nearest shelter receiving admissions. She said she had been in communication with Resident #1's RP but had not been provided an address for discharge. Interview on 01/04/2023 at 1:45 p.m. with BOM A revealed she again said the address on the 30-day discharge letter was a women's shelter. She said the shelter was chosen because the RP did not provide an address. She did not provide documentation to support the facility asked for an address prior to issuing the 30-day discharge letter on 10/25/2022. She said the criteria used to select the shelter was that it provided meals, shelter, and it was physically located near the RP. Interview on 01/04/2023 at 2:36 p.m. with SW B revealed she said the facility BOM had asked for an address from the RP but had not received one . She said when that happened, the facility looked for the closest shelter to discharge the resident to. She said there was an IDT meeting and that the physician knew. The SW was asked for documentation to reflect the IDT meeting occurred and of the physician's notification. No such documentation was provided prior to exit. SW B was asked if she thought it was safe to discharge a resident who required extensive assistance with transfers and eating to a shelter. She answered, No. On 01/04/2023 at 4:23 p.m. the surveyor attempted to contact the physician. The telephone number reflected on Resident #1's admission Record revealed an answering service told the surveyor they did not have a physician by that name. On 01/04/2023 at 4:33 p.m. revealed an internet search provided a different number for the physician. The office said they did have a physician by that name. The person who answered the phone attempted to locate Resident #1's chart on her computer. She was not able to locate a chart. She attempted to call the physician but the phone kept ringing and did not go to voicemail. Record review of the facility policy Criteria for Transfer and Discharge (revised January 2022) revealed it did not address the criteria for the receiving facility.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

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

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • 42% turnover. Below Texas's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
Concerns
  • • Multiple safety concerns identified: 4 life-threatening violation(s), 1 harm violation(s), $68,342 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
  • • 19 deficiencies on record, including 4 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
  • • $68,342 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Texas. Major compliance failures.
  • • Grade F (2/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
Bottom line: This facility has 4 Immediate Jeopardy findings. Serious concerns require careful evaluation.

About This Facility

What is Cambridge Center's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Texas, 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 Cambridge Center Staffed?

CMS rates CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 42%, compared to the Texas average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.

What Have Inspectors Found at Cambridge Center?

State health inspectors documented 19 deficiencies at CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 4 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death), 1 that caused actual resident harm, and 14 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 Cambridge Center?

CAMBRIDGE HEALTH 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 THE ENSIGN GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 158 certified beds and approximately 115 residents (about 73% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in RICHMOND, Texas.

How Does Cambridge Center Compare to Other Texas Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Texas, CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (42%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Cambridge 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 I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations.

Is Cambridge Center Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 4 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 Texas. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.

Do Nurses at Cambridge Center Stick Around?

CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 42%, which is about average for Texas nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.

Was Cambridge Center Ever Fined?

CAMBRIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER has been fined $68,342 across 4 penalty actions. This is above the Texas average of $33,762. Fines in this range indicate compliance issues significant enough for CMS to impose meaningful financial consequences. Common causes include delayed correction of deficiencies, repeat violations, or care failures affecting resident safety. Families should ask facility leadership what changes have been made since these penalties.

Is Cambridge Center on Any Federal Watch List?

CAMBRIDGE HEALTH 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.