TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation

1700 MARLANDWOOD RD, TEMPLE, TX 76502 (254) 743-6200
For profit - Limited Liability company 104 Beds CARADAY HEALTHCARE Data: November 2025 2 Immediate Jeopardy citations
Trust Grade
0/100
#1130 of 1168 in TX
Last Inspection: September 2024

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

Overview

TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the care provided at this facility. Ranked #1130 out of 1168 nursing homes in Texas, they are in the bottom half, and #13 out of 16 in Bell County, meaning only a few local options are worse. The facility is showing an improving trend, with issues decreasing from 12 in 2024 to 3 in 2025, but they still have 20 total deficiencies, including critical failures related to abuse and neglect of residents. Staffing is a weakness, with a rating of 2 out of 5 and a high turnover rate of 70%, which is concerning compared to the state average of 50%. Additionally, there were serious incidents noted, like one resident being neglected and left in bed for long periods, missing meals regularly, and another incident where the facility failed to ensure registered nurse coverage for 8 consecutive hours on multiple days, putting residents at risk for missed care.

Trust Score
F
0/100
In Texas
#1130/1168
Bottom 4%
Safety Record
High Risk
Review needed
Inspections
Getting Better
12 → 3 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
70% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
✓ Good
$11,165 in fines. Lower than most Texas facilities. Relatively clean record.
Skilled Nurses
✓ Good
Each resident gets 44 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Texas. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
Violations
⚠ Watch
20 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Overall Rating
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Staff Levels
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Care Quality
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2024: 12 issues
2025: 3 issues

The Good

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

Facility shows strength in fire safety.

The Bad

1-Star Overall Rating

Below Texas average (2.8)

Significant quality concerns identified by CMS

Staff Turnover: 70%

23pts above Texas avg (46%)

Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity

Federal Fines: $11,165

Below median ($33,413)

Minor penalties assessed

Chain: CARADAY HEALTHCARE

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

Staff turnover is elevated (70%)

22 points above Texas average of 48%

The Ugly 20 deficiencies on record

2 life-threatening
May 2025 2 deficiencies 2 IJ (2 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

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

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 the residents had the right to be free from ps...

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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 residents had the right to be free from psychosocial abuse and neglect for one (Resident #1) of four residents reviewed for abuse and neglect. The facility failed to ensure staff were not willfully abusing and neglecting Resident #1 as they did not assist her out of bed at a reasonable time which caused her to miss breakfast and lunch and remain in a soiled brief for long periods of time on a regular basis (no specific time frame), causing her to feel hungry and neglected. Resident #1 was consistently neglected and left in her bed for most of the day. An IJ was identified on 04/30/25. The IJ template was provided to the facility on [DATE] at 4:19 PM. While the IJ was removed on 05/01/25, the facility remained out of compliance at a scope of pattern and a severity level of no actual harm with the potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. This failure placed residents at risk of abuse, neglect, trauma, and psychosocial harm. Findings included: Review of Resident #1's face sheet reflected an [AGE] year-old female who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of rheumatoid arthritis (condition that causes inflammation in the joints), dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), acquired deformity of neck, and adult failure to thrive. Review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/27/25, reflected a BIMS score of 15, indicating she had no cognitive impairment. Section GG (Functional Abilities) reflected she was dependent on transferring and needed partial/moderate assistance with eating. Review of Resident #1's quarterly care plan, dated 02/13/25, reflected a problem of staff guidelines with an intervention of getting her out of bed and into her wheelchair between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM daily and to remain up to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It further reflected she was at risk for aspiration pneumonia with an intervention of having her in her motorized wheelchair for all meals. It further reflected she had an ADL self-care performance deficit with an intervention of her requesting to feed herself and refusing to be fed by staff. Furthermore, it reflected she had a swallowing problem related to a diagnosis of dysphagia with an intervention of being up in her motorized wheelchair for all meals. Review of Resident #1's quarterly IDT Care Conference notes, dated 02/12/25, reflected Resident #1, FM A, FM B, the DON, the ADON, the ADM, the SW, the DOR, the SW, the OMB and the MDSC were in attendance. The daily plan for Resident #1 reflected the following: Day staff: Staff to provide ADL care and get [Resident #1] up out of bed and into motorized W/C between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM daily. Breakfast: Staff to have [Resident #1] remain up in MWC to eat breakfast Lunch: Staff to have [Resident #1] remain up in MWC to eat lunch Dinner: Staff to have [Resident #1] remain up in MWC to eat dinner Bedtime: [Resident #1] to be placed in bed around 8:00 PM nightly Review of Resident #1's progress notes, dated 04/22/25 at 1:31 PM and documented by the SW, reflected the following: [Resident #1]'s light on when SW entered room. [FM D] was standing at [Resident #1]'s bedside. SW asked what [Resident #1] needed since light was on. [FM D] stated that [Resident #1] has been lying in bed in feces since this morning and no one has come into room . [Resident #1] asked to speak with SW once they were done. [Resident #1] stated her light had been on all morning and no one came into her room. Review of an email, dated 04/30/25 at 11:40 AM from the OMB, reflected she had been advocating for Resident #1 for months. She stated they isolate her, refuse to service her, and tell her to leave. She stated she was fragile and missing breakfast and lunch on a regular basis. She stated she believed it had caused Resident #1 physical and psychosocial harm. Review of Resident #1's weights in her EMR, on 04/30/25, reflected a 5.4% weight loss for the last three months indicating a significant weight loss: 01/24/25 - 95.6 Lbs. 02/10/25 - 94.2 Lbs. 03/06/25 - 92.6 Lbs. 04/09/25 - 91.2 Lbs. 04/18/25 - 90.2 Lbs Review of video footage provided by Resident #1's FM A, on 04/30/25, reflected the following: - On 04/13/25, she was not assisted out of bed until 1:59 PM. - On 04/16/25, she was not assisted out of bed until 1:15 PM. - On 04/21/25, she was assisted to bed at 6:45 PM and not assisted out of bed on 04/22/25 until 2:03 PM. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 10:12 AM, the SW stated they had Resident #1's care plan meeting approximately three months ago. She stated Resident #1, her family members, the OMB, and facility leadership were there. She stated it was decided she needed to be gotten up before breakfast. She stated due to her arm/hand contractures, she was unable to eat in bed and needed to be in her wheelchair to feed herself. She stated Resident #1 refused to be fed by staff. She stated for the first couple weeks (getting her up before breakfast) it happened and then it stopped. She stated Resident #1 had been labeled as a difficult resident because Resident #1 was demanding and there were a lot of aides who refused to go into her room, including CNA C. She stated CNA C had been assigned her hall on 04/22/25. She stated she and the MDSC noticed her light had been on for a while around 1:30 PM and went to see what she needed. She stated Resident #1 had not had her brief changed or gotten up that entire day and did not eat breakfast or lunch. She stated Resident #1 was very upset and angry and felt like they (staff) did not take care of her. She stated Resident #1 did not want to move to another facility because she believed she deserved to be taken care of. SW stated she believed Resident #1 had lost weight but was unsure of how much. She stated this was an on-going problem. SW stated that day (04/30/25) they had gotten her up around 8:45 AM, so she had not eaten breakfast. She stated the ADM let the staff choose if they were going to give her care and she believed it was neglectful. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 10:30 AM, RN E stated she worked Resident #1's hall on 04/22/25 and had heard around 1:15 PM she had still not been assisted out of bed, which meant she did not have breakfast or lunch. She stated that was not typical, but sometimes they just fell behind. RN E stated she knew that there were some staff members that did not like to go in her room because she could be difficult. During a telephone interview on 04/30/25 at 10:41 AM, Resident #1's FM A stated she just wanted her (Resident #1) to be treated with dignity and respect. She stated on the videos she sent were just three instances of her being left in bed during the day, she stated it happened all the time. She stated around 12:10 PM on 04/22/25, Resident #1 called her and told her she was not doing too good and had been laying in her poop for quite some time. She stated FM D walked into her room around 1:06 PM and her call light was still on. She stated he went to go find someone for assistants and two aides came in at 1:17 PM, and she was not in her wheelchair until 2:03 PM. She stated a few months ago, they agreed in a care plan meeting that they would be getting her out of between 6:30 AM and 7:00 AM. She stated that lasted a whole two weeks. FM A stated she knew Resident #1 had a tongue on her, but she was in her right mind and deserved to be cared for. During an observation and interview on 04/30/25 at 11:01 AM, revealed Resident #1 in her wheelchair in her room watching television. She stated she did not get breakfast that day and never did because the staff would not get her up. She stated when she was in bed all day, she felt like she was starving and empty. She stated they (staff) knew she wanted to be out of bed no later than 8:00 AM. Resident #1 stated she was tired of being covered in poop, was tired of being neglected, and did not know what to do anymore. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 11:44 AM, the MDSC stated she spoke with Resident #1 that morning (04/30/25) around 9:30 AM and she was out of bed but had missed breakfast due to being assisted out of bed late. She stated she was not able to eat laying down and must be in her wheelchair to feed herself. She stated she had heard of staff members refusing to go into her room because they had their own opinions of her. She stated Resident #1 could be difficult at times but that did not mean they could just neglect and not take care of her. She stated there had been occasions where she had witnessed her being in bed for long periods of time. She stated her expectation was that every resident would be up and out of bed by the time she got there each morning at 8:00A AM. MDSC's expectations were that every resident was checked on/changed every two hours and when they (Residents) asked for something they got it. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 11:53 AM, CNA C stated he was always assigned Resident #1's hall but he barely went into her room because she used to accuse him of stuff like poisoning her or stealing her stuff. He stated those were very serious allegations and he was not going to go through that. He stated other staff had to go into her room to take care of her. CNA C stated he knew she requested to get up early, but she usually was gotten out of bed around 1:00 PM. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 12:08 PM, the ADM stated Resident #1 was one of the toughest residents he had ever been part of caring for. He stated she threatens nurses and aides. He stated they have tried bending over backwards for her. He stated they did have a care plan and the OMB was present and they tried to get her up at the time she requested but she would sometimes refuse. He stated it was always a moving target with Resident #1. He stated she will keep staff in there for over an hour when there are other residents that need to be cared for. ADM stated she called staff names, berated them, and talked to them like dogs. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 12:48 PM, CNA F stated she was a floater, and floaters were not assigned a hall, but assigned to residents that were more high-demanding, such as Resident #1. She stated she knew of a few staff members that refused to go into her room. She stated she had no problems with Resident #1. She stated her shift was from 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM and when she got to work, she would go assist another resident who required assistance with feeding and then straight to Resident #1's room to get her up for the day. She stated it was after breakfast and often missed breakfast because no one would get her up. She stated she could not answer why no one got her up before she did around 9:00 AM on her days she worked. She stated she believed it was an issue. CNA F stated Resident #1 could be cranky, but it did not mean she should be neglected. During a telephone interview on 04/30/25 at 1:17 PM, Resident #1's NP stated it did not meet her expectations for residents to not get assisted out of bed until 1:00 PM unless they refused to. She stated it did not meet her expectations for residents to go without meals or to not provide care for more difficult residents. She stated that was absolutely not okay. NP stated that could lead to pressure wounds, skin breakdown, and weight loss. NP stated even though Resident #1 had her preferences and was able to voice them, that did not mean she should be neglected. During a telephone interview on 04/30/25 at 1:40 PM, Resident #1's FM D stated he went to visit her on 04/22/25 but could not remember the time. He stated he was so upset when he got there and saw the state she was in. He stated she had not eaten or been changed all day long. She stated she was starving and laying up in her own mess. He stated he went and asked CNA C to assist her, but he refused to go into her room. He stated that was straight-up neglect. He stated he then went and spoke to the ADM who told him, (Resident #1) just plays games. He stated he became so upset he had to walk out of the facility to calm down. FM D stated he would never in his life treat an elderly person the way they (staff) do. During an observation and interview on 04/30/25, this Surveyor along with the MDSC asked Resident #1 if it would be okay for her to get weighed, and she agreed. The MDSC went into the hall to find someone to assist them utilize the scale on the mechanical lift. CNA C was in the hall and the MDSC walked right by him. She was asked why she did not ask CNA C for assistance, and she stated that he did not like Resident #1 or going into her room. The MDSC, RN A, and CNA G utilized the mechanical lift and it reflected Resident #1's current weight was 89.6 pounds. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 4:01 PM, the ADM stated his expectations were that residents received every meal to get the full intake they needed. He stated he did not see why Resident #1 could not eat in her bed like other residents did. He stated he had never heard she had to be out of bed to eat due to a physical disability or that she had been missing meals. He stated he was aware there had been days she had been gotten up late but there could be a variety of reasons, such as her sending them away, or since they needed two people for transferring, a staff member could be waiting for someone else to be available. He stated she had threatened staff with their lively hood, and it was bullying on her part. He stated he was aware there were staff that did not like to go into Resident #1's room but he would tell them they still had to go in there and care for her. He stated they have been instructed to always have someone with them, so they had a witness. He stated floaters were assigned differently. He stated they were normally assigned to Resident #1 because she took up so much of their time. He stated missing meals and not getting out of bed could cause weight loss or skin breakdown. Review of the facility's CNA Job Description, dated 02/11/20, reflected the following: JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting resident with activities of daily living in order to promote resident independence and dignity. Review of the facility's Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Policy, revised April 2021, reflected the following: Residents have the right to be free from abuse, neglect, misappropriation of resident property and exploitation. Establish and maintain a culture of compassion and caring for all residents and particularly those with behavioral, cognitive or emotional problems. The ADM and ADON were notified on 04/30/25 at 4:19 PM that an IJ had been identified and an IJ template was provided. The following POR was approved on 05/01/25 at 11:01 AM: Corrective Action 1. Facility team members were immediately in serviced on Abuse/Neglect and prior to next shift worked for those team members who are new hires, PRN, vacation, Agency and Leave of Absence. Education will be provided through verbal in servicing and post- test will be given to ensure retention of education. DON/ADON were provided training on Abuse/Neglect on 4/30/25 by RDO/RDCS. Responsible Party: DON/ADON Target Date: 4/30/25 and ongoing Follow-up: Team member roster will printed to ensure all team members on assignment sheet have been in-serviced each shift. Provide ongoing education to all new hires, agency, prn, leave of absence prior to first shift worked. Corrective Action 2. Skin assessment was completed on Resident #1. Skilled Wound Care Physician will conduct an onsite visit 05/01/25. Responsible Party: DON/ADON Target Date: 4/30/25 and ongoing Corrective Action 3. Interviewable residents were interviewed by IDT team to inquire if residents had any concerns with any basic care not being met. No concerns identified. Responsible Party: IDT Team Target Date: 4/30/25 Corrective Action 4. April weight loss summary report was reviewed for all significant weight losses for those residents who are not able to be interviewed to validate that residents who need assistance with meals did not sustain weight loss due to lack of required assistance with meal service and review meal intake documentation. No concerns noted. Responsible Party: IDT Team Target Date: 4/30/25 and ongoing Follow-up: Significant weight losses will be reviewed in (EMR) weekly by IDT Corrective Action 5. In serviced clinical team on importance of Q2 hour rounding on residents requiring assistance to ensure their needs are being met. Responsible Party: DON/ADON Target Date: 4/30/25 Follow-up: Follow the morning meeting process to ensure compliance. Corrective Action 6. One on one education completed with CNA C regarding assisting residents or finding assistance to provide care for residents in need. In serviced all staff assigned to resident hall that they cannot refuse to go into resident room as assigned. Administrator trained by Regional Director of Operations. Responsible Party: Administrator Target Date: 4/30/25 Corrective Action 7. Daily rounding will be conducted by the IDT team for all assigned residents to address any concerns and identify any issues for those residents unable to communicate. Responsible Party: IDT Team Target Date: 4/30/25 Follow-up: Follow morning meeting process to ensure compliance Corrective Action 8. Ad HOC QAPI meeting with MD conducted to discuss the plan of correction for compliance. Responsible Party: IDT Team Target Date: 4/30/25 and ongoing Follow-up: Review any compliance issues in QAPI meeting for 3 months The Surveyor monitored the POR on 05/01/25 as followed: During an observation and interview on 05/01/25 at 3:28 PM revealed Resident #1 in her wheelchair in her room. She stated she was gotten up before breakfast and was able to eat breakfast and lunch that day. During an observation and interview on 05/01/25 at 4:19 PM revealed a resident who required a mechanical lift transfer laying in her bed. She stated she opted to stay in bed yesterday and today because she had been tired. She stated the staff had offered to get her up before each meal. During interviews on 05/01/25 from 1:39 PM - 4:30 PM, one MA, two CNAs, and two RNs stated they were in-serviced before their shifts on abuse and neglect, checking on residents every two hours, getting all residents out of bed before all meals (if they desired), notifying the charge nurse of refusals, and they could not refuse to go in any resident rooms. They all knew who their abuse and neglect coordinator was and could name several types of abuse such as sexual, emotional, and psychosocial. During an interview on 05/01/25 at 2:20 PM, the ADM stated he was in-serviced on abuse and neglect on 04/30/25 and residents should always be free from any abuse or neglect while in the facility. Review of the facility's Ad HOC QAPI meeting agenda, dated 04/30/25, reflected the ADM, the MD, the RDO, and RDCS were in attendance. Review of Resident #1's skin assessment, dated 04/30/25, reflected she had no new skin issues. Review of an in-service dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the RDO, reflected the ADM and ADON were in-serviced on their Abuse and Neglect Policy. Review of an in-service, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the RDO, reflected all staff were in-serviced on how they were not allowed to refuse care or refuse going into a resident room they were assigned to. Review of an in-service, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the ADON, reflected all staff were in-serviced on rounding on residents every two hours to ensure their needs were being met. Review of an in-service, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the ADON, reflected al staff were in-serviced on their Abuse and Neglect Policy. Review of Abuse and Neglect Prohibition Quizzes, dated 04/30/25, reflected staff completed the quizzes with no concerns. Review of Resident Surveys, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the ADON, reflected all residents were interviewed (resulting in no concerns) the following questions: Do you get the care you need? Do you get out of bed when you need or want to? Do you receive 3 meals daily at the appropriate time of day? Review of documentation, dated 05/01/25 and documented by the ADM, reflected the following: Our ADON scheduled an in-person in-service for nurses and CNA's the evening of 4/30/25. There were multiple topics in the in-service, including a resident's right to refuse care. Within that context, she stated that employees cannot refuse to provide care for any resident in this building. This administrator was present throughout the in-service and reiterated that point. The ADM, RDO, and RDCS were notified on 05/01/25 at 5:58 PM that the IJ had been removed. While the IJ was removed, the facility remained at a level of no actual harm at a scope of pattern that was not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness of the corrective systems.
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

Administration (Tag F0835)

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 be administered in a manner that enabled it to use it...

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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 be administered in a manner that enabled it to use its resources effectively and efficiently to maintain the highest practicable well-being of each resident for one (Resident #1) of four residents reviewed for administration. The facility Administrator failed to ensure staff were not willfully abusing and neglecting Resident #1 as they did not assist her out of bed at a reasonable time which caused her to miss breakfast and lunch on a regular basis (no specific time frame). She was consistently neglected and left in her bed for most of the day. An IJ was identified on 04/30/25. The IJ template was provided to the facility on [DATE] at 4:19 PM. While the IJ was removed on 05/01/25, the facility remained out of compliance at a scope of pattern and a severity level of no actual harm with the potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. This deficient practice could place residents at risk for abuse, neglect, injury, harm, serious impairment, and death. Findings included: Review of Resident #1's face sheet reflected an [AGE] year-old female who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of rheumatoid arthritis (condition that causes inflammation in the joints), dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), acquired deformity of neck, and adult failure to thrive. Review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/27/25, reflected a BIMS score of 15, indicating she had no cognitive impairment. Section GG (Functional Abilities) reflected she was dependent on transferring and needed partial/moderate assistance with eating. Review of Resident #1's quarterly care plan, dated 02/13/25, reflected a problem of staff guidelines with an intervention of getting her out of bed and into her wheelchair between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM daily and to remain up to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It further reflected she was at risk for aspiration pneumonia with an intervention of having her in her motorized wheelchair for all meals. It further reflected she had an ADL self-care performance deficit with an intervention of her requesting to feed herself and refusing to be fed by staff. Furthermore, it reflected she had a swallowing problem related to a diagnosis of dysphagia with an intervention of being up in her motorized wheelchair for all meals. Review of Resident #1's quarterly IDT Care Conference notes, dated 02/12/25, reflected Resident #1, FM A, FM B, the DON, the ADON, the ADM, the SW, the DOR, the SW, the OMB and the MDSC were in attendance. The daily plan for Resident #1 reflected the following: Day staff: Staff to provide ADL care and get [Resident #1] up out of bed and into motorized W/C between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM daily. Breakfast: Staff to have to have [Resident #1] remain up in MWC to eat breakfast Lunch: Staff to have [Resident #1] remain up in MWC to eat lunch Dinner: Staff to have [Resident #1] remain up in MWC to eat dinner Bedtime: [Resident #1] to be placed in bed around 8:00 PM nightly Review of Resident #1's progress notes, dated 04/22/25 at 1:31 PM and documented by the SW, reflected the following: [Resident #1]'s light on when SW entered room. [FM D] was standing at [Resident #1]'s bedside. SW asked what [Resident #1] needed since light was on. [FM D] stated that [Resident #1] has been lying in bed in feces since this morning and no one has come into room . [Resident #1] asked to speak with SW once they were done. [Resident #1] stated her light had been on all morning and no one came into her room. Review of an email, dated 04/30/25 at 11:40 AM from the OMB, reflected she had been advocating for Resident #1 for months. She stated they isolate her, refuse to service her, and tell her to leave. She stated she was fragile and missing breakfast and lunch on a regular basis. She stated she believed it had caused Resident #1 physical and psychosocial harm. Review of Resident #1's weights in her EMR, on 04/30/25, reflected a 5.4% weight loss for the last three months indicating a significant weight loss: 01/24/25 - 95.6 Lbs. 02/10/25 - 94.2 Lbs. 03/06/25 - 92.6 Lbs. 04/09/25 - 91.2 Lbs. 04/18/25 - 90.2 Lbs. Review of video footage provided by Resident #1's FM A, on 04/30/25, reflected the following: - On 04/13/25, she was not assisted out of bed until 1:59 PM. - On 04/16/25, she was not assisted out of bed until 1:15 PM. - On 04/21/25, she was assisted to bed at 6:45 PM and not assisted out of bed on 04/22/25 until 2:03 PM. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 10:12 AM, the SW stated they had Resident #1's care plan meeting approximately three months ago. She stated Resident #1, her family members, the OMB, and facility leadership were there. She stated it was decided she needed to be gotten up before breakfast. She stated due to her arm/hand contractures, she was unable to eat in bed and needed to be in her wheelchair to feed herself. She stated Resident #1 refused to be fed by staff. She stated for the first couple weeks it happened and then it stopped. She stated Resident #1 had been labeled as a difficult resident because she was demanding and there were a lot of aides who refused to go into her room, including CNA C. She stated CNA C had been assigned her hall on 04/22/25. She stated she and the MDSC noticed her light had been on for a while around 1:30 PM and went to see what she needed. She stated Resident #1 had not had her brief changed or gotten up that entire day and did not eat breakfast or lunch. She stated Resident #1 was very upset and angry and felt like they did not take care of her. She stated Resident #1 did not want to move to another facility because she believed she deserved to be taken care of. She stated she believed she had lost weight but was unsure of how much. She stated this was an on-going problem. She stated that day (04/30/25) they had gotten her up around 8:45 AM, so she had not eaten breakfast. She stated the ADM let the staff choose if they were going to give her care and she believed it was neglectful. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 10:30 AM, RN E stated she worked Resident #1's hall on 04/22/25 and had heard around 1:15 PM she had still not been assisted out of bed, which meant she did not have breakfast or lunch. She stated that was not typical, but sometimes they just fell behind. She stated she knew that there were some staff members that did not like to go in her room because she could be difficult. During a telephone interview on 04/30/25 at 10:41 AM, Resident #1's FM A stated she just wanted her (Resident #1) to be treated with dignity and respect. She stated on the videos she sent were just three instances of her being left in bed during the day, she stated it happened all the time. She stated around 12:10 PM on 04/22/25, Resident #1 called her and told her she was not doing too good and had been laying in her poop for quite some time. She stated FM D walked into her room around 1:06 PM and her call light was still on. She stated he went to go find someone for assistants and two aides came in at 1:17 PM, and she was not in her wheelchair until 2:03 PM. She stated a few months ago, they agreed in a care plan meeting that they would be getting her out of between 6:30 AM and 7:00 AM. She stated that lasted a whole two weeks. She stated she knew Resident #1 had a tongue on her, but she was in her right mind and deserved to be cared for. During an observation and interview on 04/30/25 at 11:01 AM, revealed Resident #1 in her wheelchair in her room watching television. She stated she did not get breakfast that day and never did because the staff would not get her up. She stated when she was in bed all day, she felt like she was starving and empty. She stated they (staff) knew she wanted to be out of bed no later than 8:00 AM. She stated she was tired of being covered in poop, was tired of being neglected, and did not know what to do anymore. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 11:44 AM, the MDSC stated she spoke with Resident #1 that morning (04/30/25) around 9:30 AM and she was out of bed but had missed breakfast due to being assisted out of bed late. She stated she was not able to eat laying down and must be in her wheelchair to feed herself. She stated she had heard of staff members refusing to go into her room because they had their own opinions of her. She stated Resident #1 could be difficult at times but that did not mean they could just neglect and not take care of her. She stated there had been occasions where she had witnessed her being in bed for long periods of time. She stated her expectation was that every resident would be up and out of bed by the time she got there each morning at 8:00A AM. Her expectations were that every resident was checked on/changed every two hours and when they asked for something they got it. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 11:53 AM, CNA C stated he was always assigned Resident #1's hall but he barely went into her room because she used to accuse him of stuff like poisoning her or stealing her stuff. He stated those were very serious allegations and he was not going to go through that. He stated other staff had to go into her room to take care of her. He stated he knew she requested to get up early, but she usually was gotten out of bed around 1:00 PM. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 12:08 PM, the ADM stated Resident #1 was one of the toughest residents he had ever been part of caring for. He stated she threatens nurses and aides. He stated they have tried bending over backwards for her. He stated they did have a care plan and the OMB was present and they tried to get her up at the time she requested but she would sometimes refuse. He stated it was always a moving target with Resident #1. He stated she will keep staff in there for over an hour when there are other residents that need to be cared for. He stated she called staff names, berated them, and talked to them like dogs. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 12:48 PM, CNA F stated she was a floater, and floaters were not assigned a hall, but assigned to residents that were more high-demanding, such as Resident #1. She stated she knew of a few staff members that refused to go into her room. She stated she had no problems with Resident #1. She stated her shift was from 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM and when she got to work, she would go assist another resident who required assistance with feeding and then straight to Resident #1's room to get her up for the day. She stated it was after breakfast and often missed breakfast because no one would get her up. She stated she could not answer why no one got her up before she did around 9:00 AM on her days she worked. She stated she believed it was an issue. She stated Resident #1 could be cranky, but it did not mean she should be neglected. During a telephone interview on 04/30/25 at 1:17 PM, Resident #1's NP stated it did not meet her expectations for residents to not get assisted out of bed until 1:00 PM unless they refused to. She stated it did not meet her expectations for residents to go without meals or to not provide care for more difficult residents. She stated that was absolutely not okay. She stated that could lead to pressure wounds, skin breakdown, and weight loss. She stated even though Resident #1 had her preferences and was able to voice them, that did not mean she had the right to be neglected. During a telephone interview on 04/30/25 at 1:40 PM, Resident #1's FM D stated he went to visit her on 04/22/25 but could not remember the time. He stated he was so upset when he got there and saw the state she was in. He stated she had not eaten or been changed all day long. She stated she was starving and laying up in her own mess. He stated he went and asked CNA C to assist her, but he refused to go into her room. He stated that was straight-up neglect. He stated he then went and spoke to the ADM who told him, (Resident #1) just plays games. He stated he became so upset he had to walk out of the facility to calm down. He stated he would never in his life treat an elderly person the way they (staff) do. During an observation and interview on 04/30/25, this Surveyor along with the MDSC asked Resident #1 if it would be okay for her to get weighed, and she agreed. The MDSC went into the hall to find someone to assist them utilize the scale on the hoyer lift. CNA C was in the hall and the MDSC walked right by him. She was asked why she did not ask CNA C for assistance, and she stated that he did not like Resident #1 or going into her room. The MDSC, RN A, and CNA G utilized the hoyer and it reflected Resident #1's current weight was 89.6 pounds. During an interview on 04/30/25 at 4:01 PM, the ADM stated his expectations were that residents received every meal to get the full intake they needed. He stated he did not see why Resident #1 could not eat in her bed like other residents did. He stated he had never heard she had to be out of bed to eat due to a physical disability or that she had been missing meals. He stated he was aware there had been days she had been gotten up late but there could be a variety of reasons, such as her sending them away, or since they needed two people for transferring, a staff member could be waiting for someone else to be available. He stated she had threatened staff with their lively hood, and it was bullying on her part. He stated he was aware there were staff that did not like to go into Resident #1's room but he would tell them they still had to go in there and care for her. He stated they have been instructed to always have someone with them, so they had a witness. He stated floaters were assigned differently. He stated they were normally assigned to Resident #1 because she took up so much of their time. He stated missing meals and not getting out of bed could cause weight loss or skin breakdown. Review of the facility's Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Policy, revised April 2021, reflected the following: Residents have the right to be free from abuse, neglect, misappropriation of resident property and exploitation. . 2. Develop and implement policies and protocols to prevent and identify: a. abuse or mistreatment of residents; b. neglect of residents . Establish and maintain a culture of compassion and caring for all residents and particularly those with behavioral, cognitive or emotional problems. The ADM and ADON were notified on 04/30/25 at 4:19 PM that an IJ had been identified and an IJ template was provided. The following POR was approved on 05/01/25 at 11:01 AM: Corrective Action 1. Regional Director of Operations immediately in serviced Administrator on Abuse/Neglect. Responsibly Party: RDO Target Date: 4/30/25 and ongoing Follow-Up: Regional Director of Operations and Director of Clinical Services will attend (EMR) meetings 2x monthly for 3 months to ensure any resident issues identified have appropriate interventions. Corrective Action 2. Administrator in-serviced all team members on compliance 24-hour hot line where team members can report any concerns and or if administration is not taking corrective action or putting interventions in place to ensure residents are being cared for by staff appropriately. Compliance hotline notifications will be posted by time clock and breakrooms. Administrator trained by Regional Director of Operations. Responsible Party: Administrator The Surveyor monitored the POR on 05/01/25 as followed: Observation on 05/01/25 at 3:33 PM revealed the 24-hour hotline posted in the breakroom. During an observation and interview on 05/01/25 at 3:28 PM revealed Resident #1 in her wheelchair in her room. She stated she was gotten up before breakfast and was able to eat breakfast and lunch that day. During an observation and interview on 05/01/25 at 4:19 PM revealed a resident who required a mechanical lift transfer laying in her bed. She stated she opted to stay in bed yesterday and today because she had been tired. She stated the staff had offered to get her up before each meal. During interviews on 05/01/25 from 1:39 PM - 4:30 PM, one MA , two CNAs, and two RNs stated they were in-serviced before their shifts on abuse and neglect, checking on residents every two hours, getting all residents out of bed before all meals (if they desired), notifying the charge nurse of refusals, and they could not refuse to go in any resident rooms. They all knew who their abuse and neglect coordinator was and could name several types of abuse such as sexual, emotional, and psychosocial. They all knew where to find the 24-hour hotline number which was posted in the breakroom. During an interview on 05/01/25 at 2:20 PM, the ADM stated he was in-serviced on abuse and neglect on 04/30/25 and residents should always be free from any abuse or neglect while in the facility. Review of the facility's Ad HOC QAPI meeting agenda, dated 04/30/25, reflected the ADM, the MD, the RDO, and RDCS were in attendance. Review of an in-service dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the RDO, reflected the ADM and ADON were in-serviced on their Abuse and Neglect Policy. Review of an in-service, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the RDO, reflected all staff were in-serviced on how they were not allowed to refuse care or refuse going into a resident room they were assigned to. Review of an in-service, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the ADON, reflected all staff were in-serviced on rounding on residents every two hours to ensure their needs were being met. Review of an in-service, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the ADON, reflected al staff were in-serviced on their Abuse and Neglect Policy. Review of Abuse and Neglect Prohibition Quizzes, dated 04/30/25, reflected staff completed the quizzes with no concerns. Review of Resident Surveys, dated 04/30/25 and conducted by the ADON, reflected all residents were interviewed (resulting in no concerns) the following questions: Do you get the care you need? Do you get out of bed when you need or want to? Do you receive 3 meals daily at the appropriate time of day? Review of documentation, dated 05/01/25 and documented by the ADM, reflected the following: Our ADON scheduled an in-person in-service for nurses and CNA's the evening of 4/30/25. There were multiple topics in the in-service, including a resident's right to refuse care. Within that context, she stated that employees cannot refuse to provide care for any resident in this building. This administrator was present throughout the in-service and reiterated that point. The ADM, RDO, and RDCS were notified on 05/01/25 at 5:58 PM that the IJ had been removed. While the IJ was removed, the facility remained at a scope of pattern and severity level of no actual harm with the 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.
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

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that all allegations involving abuse, neglect, and misapprop...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that all allegations involving abuse, neglect, and misappropriation were reported immediately to the State Survey Agency (HHSC), but no later than 2 hours after the allegation is made, if the events that cause the allegation involve abuse, for 1 of 4 residents (Resident #1) reviewed for abuse. The facility did not report to the State Survey Agency (HHSC) an incident of alleged abuse/neglect for Resident #1. This failure could place residents at risk for harm to include physical abuse, a diminished quality of life, and psychosocial harm. The findings included: Record review of Resident #1 's face sheet, dated 4/15/2025 reflected a [AGE] year-old female resident re-admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included: Acute Respiratory Failure with Hypercapnia (occurs when the lungs fail to adequately remove carbon dioxide from the blood), Congestive Heart Failure (a condition where the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs), and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (a condition caused by damage to the airways or other parts of the lung). The resident is her own responsible party. Record review of Resident#1's quarterly MDS, dated [DATE], revealed: the resident's BIMS score was fifteen (intact cognition). During an interview on 4/15/2025 at 8:45 AM the ADM stated Resident #1 came to him seven days after the alleged incident on 2/26/2025. Resident #1 stated a male CNA, who previously worked for the facility and was visiting his girlfriend who worked there, came into her room around 2:00 AM and made a suggestive, vulgar comment to her. Resident #1 stated the male did not touch her. The ADM investigated the allegation, Resident #1 was assessed, and was deemed inconclusive. The ADM said he would normally report this type of situation and I did not report the allegation because Resident #1 said she did not want it reported. Later we decided to report it because we felt like she was playing games with us, as she shared the allegation with other staff and residents. During an interview on 4/15/2025 at 9:33 AM, Resident #1 stated, I do not feel unsafe here. I did not want to stir up anything. I did not want my family to know because they would have come in and tried to take things over. I said I did not want the state, or the police called. Resident #1 stated a male, who previously worked for the facility and was visiting his girlfriend who worked at the facility, came into her room around 2:00 AM and made a suggestive, vulgar comment to her. Resident #1 stated the male did not touch her. During a telephone interview on 4/15/2025 at 12:42 PM, the SW stated, Resident #1 reported the allegation to me after she reported to the ADM. She said she did not want it reported and I informed her I had to report it. I spoke with the ADM and told him we should report the allegation , he agreed. She said she was unsure why the ADM did not report it. Resident #1 stated a male, who previously worked for the facility and was visiting his girlfriend who worked at the facility, came into her room around 2:00 AM and made a suggestive, vulgar comment to her. Resident #1 stated the male did not touch her. Resident #1 stated she did not feel unsafe. During an interview on 4/15/2025 at 3:30 PM the ADM stated he did not report the allegation because he was honoring Resident #1's request to not have it reported. The ADM is the Abuse Coordinator and received the initial allegation. Review of the facility's policy titled Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation or Misappropriation - Reporting and Investigating (MED-PASS, Inc. Revised September 20222) reflected the following: Reporting Allegations to the Administrator and Authorities 2. The administrator or the individual making the allegation immediately reports his or her suspicion to the following persons or agencies: a. The state licensing/certification agency responsible for surveying/licensing the facility; b. The local/state ombudsman; c. The resident's representative; d. Adult protective services (where state law provides jurisdiction in long-term care); e. Law enforcement officials; f. The resident's attending physician; and g. The facility medical director. 3. Immediately is defined as: a. within two hours of an allegation involving abuse or result in serious bodily injury; or b. within 24 hours of an allegation that does not involve abuse or result in serious bodily injury. 4. Verbal/written notices to agencies are submitted via special carrier, fax, e-mail, or by telephone. 5. Notices include, as appropriate: a. the resident's name; b. the resident's room number; c. the type of abuse that is alleged (i.e., verbal, physical, sexual, neglect, etc.); d. the date and time the alleged incident occurred; e. the name(s) of all persons involved in the alleged incident; and f. what immediate action was taken by the facility. 6. Upon receiving any allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of resident property or injury of unknown source, the administrator is responsible for determining what actions (if any) are needed for the protection of residents.
Sept 2024 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

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 based on the comprehensive assessment of a resident, that res...

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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 based on the comprehensive assessment of a resident, that residents received treatment and care in accordance with professional standards of practice, the comprehensive person-centered care plan, and the residents' choices for one of three residents (Resident #1) reviewed for quality of care. The facility failed to schedule an order to apply TED hose (stockings that prevent blood clots and swelling) to Resident #1's lower extremities while he was at the facility from 09/14/24 - 09/20/24. This failure could place residents at risk of not receiving necessary medical care, harm, and hospitalization. Findings include: Record review of Resident #1's, undated, face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and discharged on 09/20/24. Resident #1 had diagnoses which included end-stage renal disease, type II diabetes , morbid obesity, gout (inflammatory arthritis), thrombosis (the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system), and dependence on renal dialysis. Record review of Resident #1's discharge MDS assessment, dated 09/23/24, reflected his BIMS was not assessed. Record review of Resident #1's admission care plan, dated 09/14/24, reflected he had diabetes mellitus with an intervention of administering diabetes medication as ordered by the doctor. Record review of Resident #1's physician order, dated 09/14/24, reflected to apply TED hose to lower bilateral extremities daily in the morning and remove at bedtime. Record review of Resident #1's list of physician orders, on 09/26/24, reflected the order to apply/remove TED hose was never scheduled therefore it never triggered on the September TAR. Record review of Resident #1's TAR, September 2024, reflected no order for applying/removing TED hose. During an interview on 09/26/24 at 11:35 AM, MA A stated she only worked with Resident #1 one day while he was at the facility and could not remember if he was wearing TED hose. During an interview on 09/26/24 at 12:50 PM, LVN B stated in order for a physician's order to trigger on the TAR, it needed to be scheduled, giving it a start date. She observed Resident #1's orders in his EMR and stated it appeared the order for the TED hose was never scheduled, meaning it would not trigger in the TAR. She stated it was the responsibility of the admitting nurses to schedule physician orders. She stated because it was never scheduled, there would be no proof that it was being done. During an interview on 09/26/24 at 1:22 PM, the ADON stated it was very important to schedule physician orders, so they were active to ensure the orders were being followed. She stated it was the responsibility of the admitting nurses to schedule all orders, but she recently took over the responsibility about two weeks prior. She stated she could not remember if she scheduled the TED hose order for Resident #1 but did remember seeing him wearing his TED hose. She stated a negative outcome of not scheduling this order could be putting the resident at risk for edema or blood clots. A request was made for a policy on physician orders, but only a policy on medication orders was provided. Record review of an in-service conducted by the DON and the ADON, dated 09/10/24, reflected nurses were in-serviced on multiple topics one including completing all QUEUED (pending/in line) orders in resident's orders upon admission/readmission. Record review of the facility's Medication Orders Policy, revised November 2014, reflected there was nothing regarding entering/scheduling/following physician orders.
Sept 2024 11 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Resident Rights (Tag F0550)

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 care for residents in a manner and in an environment that promotes...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to care for residents in a manner and in an environment that promotes maintenance or enhancement of his or her quality of life for 1 of 4 residents (resident #17) reviewed for resident rights. The facility failed to ensure Resident #17 was not given showers late at night since that was not his preference. This failure could place residents at risk for diminished quality of life. The findings include: Record review of Resident #17's face sheet revealed Resident #17 was a [AGE] year-old male with an admission date of 01/10/2024 into the facility. Resident #17 has a primary diagnosis of bacterial infection (infection inside the body created by bacteria), resistance to carbapenem (when germs are not healed by antibiotics), acute respiratory failure (not enough oxygen or too much carbon dioxide in your body), and quadriplegia (paralysis of all four limbs). Record review of Resident #17's MDS assessment revealed a BIMS score of 15 which noted the resident had no cognitive impairment. The MDS revealed that Resident #17 was dependent for ADL needs including showering and bathing. Resident #17 being dependent meant the helper does all of the effort while the resident does not effort in completing the task. Or the assistance of two or more helpers is needed to complete the task. Record review of Resident #17's care plan revealed there were no preferences for a late shower at the facility. It also revealed that Resident #17 is dependent for ADL's due to a diagnosis of functioning quadriplegia, with staff would anticipate and meet the needs of the resident. Record review of Resident #17's shower log revealed he had received his showers multiple times after 09:00 PM in the month of August and September. The log showed: 1. Shower provided on 08/25/2024 at 12:10AM with total assistance provided 2. Shower provided on 08/31/2024 at 11:10PM with total assistance provided 3. Shower provided on 09/07/2024 at 11:53PM with total assistance provided 4. Shower provided on 09/11/2024 at 12:03AM with total assistance provided 5. Resident's shower schedule was for Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays provided on the evening shift. On 09/15/2024 at 01:54 PM, an interview was conducted with Resident #17. Resident #17 stated that he received showers three times a week at night. On 09/16/2024 at 11:00 AM, an interview with Resident #17 revealed that his typical shower times had been any time after 9:00 pm. He stated that it was not a preference of his, but the staff shower everybody else first before him. He stated they wait to shower him so that he can get his treatment and then go to bed. He stated that a late shower was better than no shower. Resident #17 stated that he would wait in his wheelchair until after staff gave him a shower so he could go to bed. On 09/17/2024 at 12:03 PM an interview was conducted with CNA G that revealed Resident #1's showers were provided at night. CNA G stated that Resident #17 would often leave the premises early in the morning and would be gone all day. CNA G believed that it was preference of Resident #17 to receive showers late at night. On 09/17/2024 at 12:45 PM, an interview was conducted with CNA F that revealed residents are offered at least 3 showers per week. CNA F stated that Resident #17 typically received showers on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at night. CNA F stated that Resident #17 is provided showers late at night due to Residents #17 being out of the facility until 9 PM. CNA F believed that it was Resident #17's preference to shower at night then go to bed. CNA F stated Resident #17 has not wanted to take a shower early. CNA F stated that Resident #17 could feel upset for having to wait for showers until late at night. CNA F reported she received training on resident rights. She stated an example of resident rights are the right to be treated with dignity and respect, right to take showers and the right to come and go whenever they want. On 09/17/2024 at 01:47PM, an interview was conducted with DON that revealed residents are offered showers three times a week at minimum with Sunday being a day without showers. DON A stated showers are provided on day and evening shifts depending on where the resident resided in the facility. DON A stated there was not a specific time that the showers should get completed each day. DON A stated that the schedule is flexible for residents. DON A stated that there are residents that leave the facility in their wheelchair and do not return until late at night which resulted in late showers. DON A stated it is not normal to receive a shower after midnight but it has happened before due to residents not returning to the facility until late at night. DON A stated that there is no documentation to identify when a resident was late to the facility resulting in a late shower. DON A stated that residents have the right to shower when they want to. DON A stated that Resident #17 will typically arrive back to the facility late at night and refuses a shower. DON A stated Resident #17 likes to get up in the morning and leave the facility. DON A denied offering an earlier shower time to Resident #17. DON A stated documentation for late showers for Resident #17 meant that Resident #17 got back to the facility late that night. On 09/17/2024 at 2:09PM, an interview was conducted with ADM. ADM reported that showers are provided during the day and night shift depending on the preferences of the resident. ADM reported his expectation is that all residents are offered showers 3 times a week or as needed. ADM reported that there was no expectation for when showers should be completed by during the night shift due to residents not wanting to take a shower until later. ADM stated Resident #17 would stay out in the community a lot, and he will come and go late at night. ADM stated that Resident #17's out of the facility schedule is not routinely documented to know when a late night shower occurred due to resident being out of the facility. ADM stated that Resident #17 had been offered earlier shower times but denied Resident #17 wanting an earlier shower time. RR of facility provided policy titled Your Rights and Protections as a Nursing Home Resident with an unknown date revealed that resident have the right to: 1. To participate in the decisions that affects your care.
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0645 (Tag F0645)

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 all Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) Lev...

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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 all Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) Level I screenings were completed correctly and residents with a mental illness were provided with a PASSAR Level II assessment for 2 (Resident #33 and Resident # 32) of 8 residents reviewed for PASARR assessments. 1. Resident #33 did not have a new PASARR Level I although diagnosis of mental illness was diagnosed after the admission date. 2. Resident # 32 did not have a PASARR Level I completed correctly although diagnosis of mental illness was diagnosed upon admission. These failures could place all residents who had a mental illness or intellectual or developmental disability at risk for not receiving needed assessment, care, and services to meet their needs. Findings included: 1. Record review of Resident #33's Face sheet, dated 09/17/2024, reflected at [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with the diagnoses of post-traumatic stress disorder (a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event) with onset of 07/14/2023, anxiety disorder ( a condition in which a person has excessive worry and feeling of fear, dread or uneasiness), dependence on renal dialysis (someone who uses technology to sustain their life because their kidneys are no longer able to perform their normal functions) and chronic pain syndrome ( a constant condition that involves persistent pain that lasts longer than the usually recovery period, or that occurs along with a chronic health condition). Record review of Resident #33's Face sheet, dated 9/17/2024, reflected Resident #33 had a new diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder with onset of 07/14/2023. Record review of Resident #33's Quarterly MDS Assessment, dated 08/13/2024, reflected Resident #33 had a BIMS score of 15 indicating the Resident's cognition was intact. Resident #33 had a diagnosis of anxiety disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. She was assessed to require pain management. Record review of Resident #33's Comprehensive Care Plan, with start date of 08/19/2024 and completion date of 8/27/2024 reflected Resident #33 used psychotropic medications (a drug or other substance that affects how the brain works and causes change in mood, awareness, thoughts, feelings, or behavior) related to anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Interventions: Monitor for side effects and effectiveness every shift. Consult with pharmacy, medical doctor to consider dosage reduction when clinically appropriate at least quarterly. Monitor/ document/report as needed any adverse reactions of psychotropic medications. Reduce the number of psychotropic medications. Resident received hemodialysis. Intervention: Work with resident to relieve discomfort for side effects of the disease and treatment. Resident was assessed to be at risk for pain. Intervention: anticipate the resident's need for pain relief and respond immediately to any complaint of pain. Record review of Resident #33's PASSAR records reflected a PASSAR Level 1 was completed on 04/13/2023 indicated Resident did not have a mental illness. Resident #33 had a Mental Illness/ Dementia Resident review by the facility on 05/09/2023 reflected Resident #33 did not have a mental illness. Reviewed Resident #33's PASRR Level 1 Screening dated 01/01/2024 reflected Resident #33 did not have a mental illness. 2. Record review of Resident 32's admission Face sheet dated 9/16/24, reflected a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a diagnoses of cerebral infarction (Stroke), dysphagia following cerebral infarction (difficulty swallowing foods or liquids), age-related physical debility, bipolar disorder (a disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs), left knee contracture, heart failure, mixed hyperlipidemia (a genetic disorder that causes high levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, and other lipids in the blood), major depressive disorder (a mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities), anxiety disorder (a condition in which a person has excessive worry and feeling of fear, dread or uneasiness), insomnia (persistent problems falling and staying asleep), chronic pain (persistent pain that last weeks to years), hypertension (high blood pressure), contracture of muscle multiple sites, hemiplegia and hemiparesis (muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body that can affect the arms, legs, and facial muscles), muscle wasting and atrophy, vitamin B12 deficiency anemia (a condition where the body doesn't have enough vitamin B12 to produce healthy red blood cells, which results in anemia), convulsions, shortness of breath, and benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostrate). Record review of Resident # 32's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], reflected Resident # 32 had a BIMS score of 15 indicating the Resident's cognition was intact. Resident # 32 had a diagnosis of anxiety disorder, depression, and bipolar disorder. He was assessed to require pain management. Record review of Resident # 32's Comprehensive Care Plan, with an initiation date of 2/26/24 and a target date of 8/21/24 reflected Resident #32 used psychotropic medications (a drug or other substance that affects how the brain works and causes change in mood, awareness, thoughts, feelings, or behavior) related to depression. Interventions include administer psychotropic medications as ordered by physician. Monitor for side effects and effectiveness every shift. Resident # 32 has a mood problem related to bipolar disorder, anxiety, and major depression. Interventions include Administer medications as ordered. Monitor for side effects and effectiveness. Behavioral health consults as needed. Resident # 32 has chronic pain. Interventions include Anticipate the resident's need for pain relief and respond immediately to any pain complaint. Monitor and document for probable cause of each pain episode. Monitor and document for side effects of pain medications. Monitor, record, and report to nurse any signs or symptoms of non-verbal pain. Notify physician if interventions are unsuccessful or if current complaint is a significant change from resident's experience of pain. Record review of Resident # 32's PASSAR records reflected a PASSAR Level 1 was completed on 2/24/21 indicated Resident did not have a mental illness. Resident #32 had a Mental Illness/ Dementia Resident review by the facility on 5/9/23 reflected Resident #32 did not have a mental illness. Reviewed Resident #32's PASRR Level 1 Screening dated 3/19/24 reflected Resident #32 did not have a mental illness. In an interview on 09/15/2023 at 10:45 AM Resident #33 stated she had anxiety and there were times when she had triggers of her PTSD. She stated she had several triggers especially when someone comes in her room, and she does not know they are in the room, and they don't knock on the door. She stated there were certain sounds when staff was talking to each other in the room and was very loud. Resident #33 stated it would help her anxiety and PTSD if the staff did know her triggers. She stated sometimes after staff leaves her room, she becomes more anxious, and it affects her PTSD. Resident #33 did not specify how it affected her PTSD. She stated she did receive psych services at one time when she lived at the facility. She stated she did feel she may benefit from a lot of services if she was assessed by someone from the state office gives services for people with PTSD. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 8:25 AM the Assistant Director of Nurses LVN A stated anyone with a new mental illness diagnosis was expected to have a PASSR 1 reflected the resident had a new mental illness. She stated if the mental illness was PTSD the resident had a potential to benefit from different services. The Assistant Director of Nurses LVN A stated she did not know all the services provided but she did believe psychiatric care would benefit the resident. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 8:45 AM, MDS Coordinator LVN B stated if any resident had a new diagnosis of PTSD, the resident was required to have a new PASRR Level 1 completed if the previous PASRR reflected the resident did not have a mental illness. LVN B stated a resident may need psychiatric services or any services that was not being provided for the resident. She stated a resident's PTSD may become worse and the resident may isolate themselves in their rooms or not want to interact with anyone. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 9:10 AM, the Director of Nurses stated she would need to review the PASRR policy before she could respond to any questions related to PASRR's. In an interview on 9/17/24 at 9:12 am. the MDS Coordinator LVN B stated if a resident came into the facility with a positive diagnosis of mental illness on their PASSAR Level 1 then they would trigger for a PASSAR Level 2 to be completed. MDS Coordinator LVN B then said if a resident was already at the facility and later received a mental illness diagnosis then a new PASSAR Level 1 would be completed which in turn would trigger a PASSAR Level 2 to be completed. MDS Coordinator LVN B said there would not be a reason as to why a resident with a diagnosis of mental illness would not trigger a PASSAR Level 2 to be completed unless it was just missed. In an interview on 9/17/24 at 2:07 pm, the DON reflected she did not know much about PASSAR except that a screening must be completed, and 6 months of data is required. DON said I refer all PASARR questions to my MDS Coordinator LVN B. In an interview on 9/17/24 at 2:40 pm, the Administrator reflected their expectation concerning PASSAR was that the facility remained compliant and that the residents received the needed services. Administrator said a negative outcome of the facility not following PASSAR's was resident not receiving needed services. Record review of the facility PASSAR policy, not dated, reflected facility provided the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review Critical Element Pathway as their policy.
CONCERN (D)

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

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs and describes the services that are to be furnished to attain and maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for 1 of 8 residents ( Resident #7) reviewed for care plans. The facility failed to ensure the comprehensive care plans for Resident #7 included ADLs. This failure could affect residents by placing them at risk of not receiving appropriate physical care. Findings included: Record review of Resident # 7's Face Sheet dated, 09/16/2024, reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of polyosteoarthritis, unspecified (five or more joints in the body have arthritis at the same time), anxiety disorder ( a condition in which a person had excessive worry and feelings of fear, dread, and uneasiness), and combined forms of age-related cataracts ( a common eye condition characterized by the clouding and thickening of the natural lens in the eye, leading to decreased vision) Record review of Resident #7's Quarterly MDS Assessment, dated 07/11/2024, reflected the resident had a BIMS score of 9 indicating her cognition was moderately impaired. Resident #7 required set up assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning in bed, and dressing. She required supervision with bathing, repositioning in bed and transfers. Record review of Resident #7's Comprehensive Care Plan dated, 07/19/2024, reflected Resident #7's ADLs was not assessed on her care plan. Resident #7 had impaired visual function related to age-related cataract bilateral. Intervention: Inform Resident #7 where her personal items are being placed. Resident #7 had a mood problem related to anxiety. Resident #7 referred to Senior Psych services. Intervention: Behavioral health consults as needed. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 8:25 AM, the Assistant Director of Nurses LVN A stated all residents ADLs was expected to be documented on the care plan. She stated if a resident's ADLs were not on their care plan, it would be difficult to know the exact type of care a resident would need during bathing, hygiene, transfers, eating, etc. (other similar things). She stated the staff was to follow the comprehensive care plan. She stated there was a possibility the wrong type of ADL care may be given to a resident if it was not documented on their care plan. She stated it was the MDS Coordinator LVN B responsibility to ensure all the care plans were documented correctly. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 8:45 AM, MDS Coordinator LVN A stated all areas of care and psycho-social needs assessed from the MDS were to be care planned. She stated the ADLs were expected to be documented on every resident's comprehensive care plan. MDS Coordinator LVN A stated if the ADLs were not documented on a resident's care plan, it would be difficult for the nursing staff to know what type of care the resident needed and could result in an injury. MDS Coordinator LVN A stated it was her responsibility to ensure all residents care plans had information coded on the MDS Assessment. She stated Resident #7's ADLs was not documented on the care plan. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 9:10 AM, the Director of Nurses stated she would need to review the protocol for care plans and would need to discuss with the MDS Coordinator LVN A of her process of completing care plans. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 10:05 AM, CNA E stated it would be difficult to know the care of residents if the ADLs were not entered into the computer on the resident plan of care. CNA E stated he did give care sometimes to Resident # 7 and he did not recall if the ADLs was on the care system he reviewed. He stated he would always ask the nurse about the resident's care if he never gave care to a resident or if he only gave care very few times, such as 4 times. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 10:15 AM, the Administrator stated anything documented on the MDS was to be documented on the care plan. He stated all residents' ADLs were expected to be documented on the comprehensive care plan. He stated the staff may not know what type of ADL care to give the resident. The Administrator stated it was the MDS Coordinator LVN A responsibility to ensure all care plans were completed according to the MDS and each residents' needs. On 09/17/2024 at 9:10 AM , requested policy from MDS LVN A policy on comprehensive care plan. This was not provided at time of exit.
CONCERN (D)

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

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the resident environment remained free of accident hazards and each resident received adequate supervision and assistance devices for 1 (Resident #31) of 2 residents reviewed for quality of care. The facility failed to ensure there was supervision present for Resident # 31 while he was smoking. The facility failed to provide Resident # 31 with a smoking apron listed under adaptive equipment in this smoking-safety screen. This failure could place residents at risk of harm and/or injury and contribute to avoidable accidents. Findings included: Record review of Resident 31's admission Face sheet dated 9/16/24, reflected a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of dementia (a group of thinking and social symptoms that interferes with daily functioning), severe protein calorie malnutrition, bipolar disorder (a disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs), legal blindness, hypertension (high blood pressure), schizoaffective disorder bipolar type (a rare mental health condition that involves a combination of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder), gastro-esophageal reflux disease (a digestive disease in which stomach acids or bile irritates the food pipe lining), bullous pemphigoid (a rare skin condition causing large fluid filled blisters), personal history of TIA (mini stroke) and cerebral infarction (stroke). Record review of Resident 31's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] reflected Resident # 31 had a BIMS score of 15 indicating the Resident's cognition was intact. Resident # 31 had a diagnosis of non-Alzheimer's dementia, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and legal blindness. Resident # 31 ability to see in adequate light documented as moderately impaired. Resident # 31 documented under behaviors as having delusions. Resident #31 documented as needing supervision or touching assistance for all types of transfers. Record review of Resident # 31's Comprehensive Care Plan with a start date of 9/14/23 and a revision date of 3/6/24 reflected Resident # 31 was ambulatory with a walker due to impaired vision and unsteady gait. Interventions of assist resident as needed. Monitor resident during ambulation. Resident # 31 is a smoker and requires a smoking apron during smoke breaks. Intervention of redirect resident when noted in designated area smoking without smoking apron. Inform resident of the risk of smoking without apron. Supervision during smoking. Staff should monitor resident after each smoke break for burns in clothing or skin. Resident may not have cigarettes or a lighter on his person at any time while resident in this facility. Record review Resident # 31 Smoking Safety Screen with date of 8/19/24 reflected Resident # 31 has documented need for adaptive equipment of smoking apron and supervision. Resident # 31 was deemed safe to smoke with supervision. Resident # 31 smoking screen states it is the facility policy for all smokers to be supervise while smoking. Resident has vision deficit and uses a smoking apron. Observation on 9/16/24 at 11:28 pm of designated smoking area revealed 2 residents sitting in smoking area without staff supervision. Resident # 31 observed smoking while talking with fellow resident. Resident # 31 did not have smoking apron on or supervision present. Interview on 9/17/24 at 2:07 pm with the DON revealed their expectation would be that smoking evaluations are completed for all residents who admit that are known smokers. If a resident is not a smoker upon admission and later starts smoking, then a smoking evaluation is completed. DON said after the smoking evaluation is completed it would then be uploaded into the resident chart and their expectation is that the staff would follow the recommendations from the smoking evaluation. DON said a negative impact to residents of not completing a smoking evaluation could be multiple things hazards, decrease in health status, burns and basic common-sense things. Interview on 9/17/24 at 2:40 pm with the Administrator revealed the Administrator said his expectation would be that if the resident is deemed safe to smoke then the lighters be checked in with the facility and smoking screen completed for all residents. Administrator said after the smoking screen was completed his expectation would be for staff to follow the recommendations in the smoking screen. Administrator said a negative outcome for not completing a resident smoking screen could be resident injury. Record review of facility's undated smoking policy reflected under heading General Guidelines: A resident will be evaluated upon admission to determine if he or she is a smoker or non-smoker. If a smoker the evaluation will include: 1. Current level of tobacco consumption 2. of tobacco consumption 3. Desire to quit smoking 4. Ability to smoke safely with or without supervision (Resident ability to smoke safely will be updated quarterly, upon significant change, and as determined by staff) Any smoking privileges, restrictions, and concerns shall be noted in the care plan, and all persons caring for resident shall be notified.
CONCERN (D)

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

Respiratory Care (Tag F0695)

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 ensure respiratory care was provided consistent with professional standards of practice for 2 of 4 Residents (Resident #38 and #20) reviewed for quality of care. A1. The facility failed to ensure Resident #38 received aseptic technique (a procedure that healthcare providers use to prevent the spread of germs that cause infection. Placing barriers, using sterile equipment, and following strict guidelines that help create an environment free of germs.) during tracheostomy care. 2. The facility further failed to ensure Resident #38's oxygen concentrator and oxygen compressor air intake filters were clean and free from dust and debris. B. The facility failed to ensure Resident 20's oxygen concentrator air intake filter was clean and free from dust and debris. These failures could place residents who use respiratory equipment and have tracheostomies at risk for respiratory infections. Findings included: A) Review of Resident #38's face sheet dated 09/16/2024 reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the following diagnoses, tracheostomy (a hole that surgeons make through the front of the neck and into the windpipe (trachea), hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue (growths of blood vessels found on your skin. These growths can appear anywhere on your body, especially on your face, chest and back, as red, or purple lumps.), Anoxic brain damage (damage to the brain due to a lack of oxygen supply) and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia (a condition in which your lungs have a hard time loading your blood with oxygen or removing carbon dioxide. It can leave you with low oxygen, high carbon dioxide, or both). Review of Resident #38's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] reflected she was assessed to be in a persistent vegetative state with no discernible consciousness. Resident #38 was assessed to be dependent on staff for all ADLs. Resident #38 was further assessed to receive oxygen therapy, suctioning and require tracheostomy care. Review of Resident #38's comprehensive care plan reflected a problem dated 11/18/2022 Resident has a tracheostomy. Interventions included .oxygen setting via tracheostomy per MD orders . Review of Resident #38's consolidated physician orders reflected an order dated 05/22/2024 Oxygen at 6 LPM via trach collar continuously . Further review of Resident #38's physician orders reflected an order dated 11/01/2023 Check O2 filter for placement and cleanliness every week on Sunday and PRN .Trach Care every shift and PRN . Observation on 09/15/2024 at 9:21 AM revealed Resident #38 in room in bed. Resident #38 was observed to have a tracheostomy with oxygen being administered via a tracheostomy mask from an oxygen concentrator set at 6 LPM with a 50-psi air compressor and large volume nebulizer in use (A 50 psi air compressor usually powers the large volume nebulizer which is used to turn liquid into a mist so that it can be inhaled. A large volume nebulizer may be used for patients who have a tracheostomy or otherwise need to deliver a mist that moisturizes their airway.) Observation of the oxygen concentrator revealed the air intake filter was covered in a gray substance. Further observation revealed the 50-psi air compressors air intake filter was also covered in a gray substance. In an interview on 09/15/2024 at 3:14 PM, LVN H stated Resident #38's filters on her oxygen concentrator and compressor were dirty and needed to be cleaned. He stated they were supposed to be cleaned on Sunday nights. He stated failure to keep them clean could lead to a respiratory infection. Observation on 09/16/2024 at 10:00 AM revealed Resident #38's oxygen concentrator's filter remained covered in a gray substance. Further observation revealed the 50-psi air compressor filter also remained covered with a gray substance. Observation on 09/16/2024 at 10:41 AM revealed RN I entered Resident #38's room to perform tracheostomy care. RN I entered Resident #38's room with a small bottle of mouth wash and two oral swabs. RN I obtained an incontinent wipe from Resident #38's dresser and wiped the over bed table with the incontinent wipe and placed the items on the table. RN I then donned gloves without washing her hands and removed the soiled gauze from under Resident #38's trach and trach ties (ties that go around the neck to ensure the trach stays in place). RN I then, without washing her hands, donned a new pair of gloves then left the room and came back with a piece of wax paper. Without cleaning the overbed table, placed the wax paper on the over bed table. Using the same pair of gloves RN I gathered supplies from a cart in Resident #38's room that included a new inner cannula for her trach and a sterile suction tubing. RN I grabbed Resident #38's old Yankauer suction wand (used for oral suctioning) which was attached to the suction machine. RN I removed the suction wand from the suction machine, attached the new suction tubing ,and placed it on the over bed table; partly on the wax paper and partly on the table. RN I removed the water basin from the suction kit and filled with distilled water. RN I left Resident #38's side, went to the bathroom, and got a new pair of gloves from a box stored there. Further observation of Resident #38 revealed her tracheostomy mask (used to deliver oxygen) had an accumulation of mucus in the mask covering the exhalation port. RN I, without washing her hands, donned the new gloves and returned to Resident #38's bed side. RN I then inserted the suction tubing through the exhalation port on the mask through the mucus and into her tracheostomy and began suctioning Resident #38. RN I repeated this action one more time. RN I then removed her gloves and went to the bathroom. RN I washed her hands and donned new gloves. RN I returned to Resident #38's bedside and pulled down her trach mask, removed the old inner cannula from Resident #38's trach, and inserted a new inner cannula without changing her gloves, cleaning around the trach, or cleaning the trach mask. RN I was further observed to not have a trach care kit. RN I then replaced the mucus filled trach mask over Resident #38's trach. RN I stated she was going to do oral care for Resident #38 , and she was done with trach care. In an interview on 09/16/2024 at 10:52 AM, RN I stated she wiped Resident #38's over bed table with an incontinent wipe. When asked if the incontinent wipe would sanitize the table, she stated no she should have used the purple top wipes (a disposable germicidal wipe). RN I stated she only washed her hands one time during the procedure. RN I stated she should have washed her hands at the beginning of the procedure and before donning new gloves. When RN I was asked why she did not wash her hands, she only stated she used hand sanitizer before coming into the room. When asked if she cleaned around Resident #38's trach stoma or cleaned Resident #38's trach mask to remove the mucus build up, she stated she did not. RN I further stated she should not have introduced the suction tubing through the trach mask exhalation port and through the old mucus. RN I stated by doing so, she could introduce bacteria into Resident #38's trach and it could cause an infection. B) Review of Resident #20's face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the following diagnoses chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia ( a condition in which your lungs have a hard time loading your blood with oxygen or removing carbon dioxide. It can leave you with low oxygen, high carbon dioxide, or both.), cerebral palsy (A group of disorders that affect movement, muscle tone, balance, and posture.) and tracheostomy status (a hole that surgeons make through the front of the neck and into the windpipe (trachea). Review of Resident #20's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] reflected Resident #20 was assessed to have a BIMS score of 00 indicating severe cognitive impairment. Resident #20 was assessed to be dependent on staff for all ADLs. Resident #20 was further assessed to receive oxygen therapy, suctioning, and tracheostomy care. Review of Resident #20's comprehensive care plan reflected a problem with the initiation date of 05/03/2022 The resident had a tracheostomy related to acute respiratory failure . Interventions included oxygen setting apply O2 at 4-5 liters per [minute] trach mask . Review of Resident #20's consolidated physician orders reflected an order dated 05/22/2024 oxygen at 4 LPM continuously via trach collar . Observation on 09/15/2024 at 10:00 AM revealed Resident #20 in her room in bed with the oxygen concentrator on and set at 4 LPM. Observation of her concentrator revealed the air intake filter was covered in a gray substance. In an interview on 09/15/2024 at 3:14 PM, LVN H stated Resident #20's filter on her oxygen concentrator was dirty and needed to be cleaned. He stated they were supposed to be cleaned on Sunday nights. He stated failure to keep them clean could lead to a respiratory infection. Observation on 09/16/2024 at 10:15 AM revealed Resident #20 in her room in bed with the oxygen concentrator on and set at 4 LPM. Observation of her concentrator revealed the air intake filter was still covered in a gray substance. In an interview on 09/16/2024 at 3:24 PM, the DON stated that the respiratory equipment should be cleaned on Sundays and the filters should be cleaned at that time. The DON stated it was an expectation that they should remain clean to prevent infections. The DON stated she expected the nurses to perform trach care as outlined in the facilities policy and failure to do so could cause residents infections. Review of the facility's policy tracheostomy Care dated August 2013 reflected The purpose of this procedure is to guide tracheostomy care and the cleaning of reusable tracheostomy cannulas . 1.Aseptic technique must be used: a. During cleaning and sterilization of reusable tracheostomy tubes; b. During all dressing changes until the tracheostomy wound has granulated (healed), and c. During tracheostomy tube changes, either reusable or disposable. 2. Gloves must be used on both hands during any or all manipulation of the tracheostomy. Sterile gloves must be used during aseptic procedures. 3. A mask and eyewear must be worn if splashes, spattering, or spraying of blood or body fluids is likely to occur when performing this procedure . tracheostomy care should be provided as often as needed, at least once daily for old, established tracheostomies, and at least every eight hours for residents with unhealed tracheostomies. 6. A replacement tracheostomy tube must be available at the bedside at all times. 7. A suction machine, supply of suction catheters, exam and sterile gloves, and flush solution, must be available at the bedside at all times . Procedure Guidelines: Preparation and Assessment; .3. Wash hands. 4. Put exam gloves on both hands. 5. Remove supplemental oxygen mask from tracheostomy. 6. Inspect skin and stoma site for signs or symptoms of infection, leakage, subcutaneous crepitus, or dislodged tube. 7.Assess resident for respiratory distress. a. Measure resident's oxygen saturation with pulse oximeter. b. Listen to lung sounds with a stethoscope. c. Observe for asymmetrical chest expansion. 8. Remove old dressings. Pull soiled glove over dressing and discard into appropriate receptacle. 9. Wash hands. Clean the Removable Inner Cannula: l. Open tracheostomy cleaning kit. 2. Set up supplies on sterile field. 3. Maintaining sterile field, pour equal parts hydrogen peroxide and normal saline in one compartment of opened kit. Pour normal saline in another compartment. 4. Open four gauze pads and saturate with hydrogen peroxide. 5. Open two gauze pads and saturate with antiseptic solution. 6.Open two gauze pads and saturate with sterile saline. 7. Open two gauze pads; keep them dry. 8.Put on sterile gloves. 9. Secure the outer neck plate with non-dominate gloved hand. 10.Unlock the inner cannula with gloved dominate hand. 11. Gently remove the inner cannula, rotating counterclockwise while lifting away from the resident. 12. Soak the cannula in hydrogen peroxide/saline mixture. 13. Clean with brush. Rinse with saline and dry with pipe cleaners. 14. Remove and discard gloves into appropriate receptacle. 15.Wash hands and put on fresh gloves. 16.Replace the cannula carefully and lock in place. 17. Ensure there is an emergency tracheostomy set up at resident's bedside. Site and Stoma Care: 1.Apply clean gloves. 2.Clean the stoma with two peroxide-soaked gauze pads (using a single sweep for each side). 3. Rinse the stoma with saline-soaked gauze pads (using a single sweep for each side). 4. Wipe with dry gauze (using a single sweep for each side). 5. Disinfect the stoma with the antiseptic-soaked gauze pads (using a single sweep for each side). Allow to air dry or wipe with clean, dry gauze. 6. Remove neck ties and replace with clean ones. a. If the resident's condition is unstable, or if the stoma is less than two weeks old, apply new ties before removing old ones. 7.Apply a fenestrated gauze pad around the insertion site. 8. Replace supplemental oxygen mask over tracheostomy. 9. Remove gloves and discard into appropriate receptacle. 10.Wash hands . Review of the facility's policy Respiratory therapy- prevention of infection dated November 2011 reflected The purpose of this procedure is to guide prevention of infection associated with respiratory therapy tasks and equipment, including ventilators, among residents and team .Wash filters from oxygen concentrators every seven days with soap and water. Rinse and squeeze dry .
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0699 (Tag F0699)

Could have caused harm · 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 residents who are trauma survivors received culturally competent, trauma-informed care in accordance with professional standards of practice and accounting for residents' experiences and preferences in order to eliminate or mitigate triggers that may cause re-traumatization for 1 ( Resident # 33) of two residents reviewed for quality of care. The facility failed to ensure that Resident #33's potential triggers were care planned. This failure could place residents at increased risk for psychological distress due to re-traumatization. Findings included: Record review of Resident #33's Face sheet, dated 09/17/2024, reflected at [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with the diagnoses of post-traumatic stress disorder (a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event) with onset of 07/14/2023, anxiety disorder ( a condition in which a person has excessive worry and feeling of fear, dread or uneasiness), dependence on renal dialysis (someone who uses technology to sustain their life because their kidneys are no longer able to perform their normal functions) and chronic pain syndrome ( a constant condition that involves persistent pain that lasts longer than the usually recovery period, or that occurs along with a chronic health condition). Record review of Resident #33's Quarterly MDS Assessment, dated 08/13/2024, reflected Resident #33 had a BIMS score of 15 indicating the Resident's cognition was intact. Resident #33 had a diagnosis of anxiety disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. She was assessed to require pain management. Record review of Resident #33's Comprehensive Care Plan, with start date of 08/19/2024 and completion date of 8/27/2024 reflected Resident #33 used psychotropic medications ( a drug or other substance that affects how the brain works and causes change in mood, awareness, thoughts, feelings, or behavior)related to anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Interventions: Monitor for side effects and effectiveness every shift. Consult with pharmacy, medical doctor to consider dosage reduction when clinically appropriate at least quarterly. Monitor/ document/report as needed any adverse reactions of psychotropic medications. Reduce the number of psychotropic medications. Resident #33's triggers was not assessed and documented on comprehensive care plan. In an interview on 09/15/2023 at 10:45 AM, Resident #33 stated she did not have anxiety and there were times when she did have triggers of her PTSD. She stated she had several triggers especially when someone comes in her room and she does not know they are in the room and they don't knock on the door. She stated there were certain sounds when staff was talking to each other in the room and was very loud. Resident #33 stated it would help her anxiety and PTSD if the staff did know her triggers. She stated sometimes after staff leaves her room she becomes more anxious and it affects her PTSD. Resident #33 did not specify how it affected her PTSD. She stated she did receive psych services at one time when she lived at the facility. She stated she did feel she may benefit from a lot of services if she was assessed by someone from the PASRR office. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 8:45 AM, MDS Coordinator LVN A stated that a resident with a diagnosis of PTSD should identify the resident's triggers of PTSD on the resident's care plan. The MDS Coordinator LVN A stated failure to properly care plan a resident for PTSD and triggers could result in a resident being re-traumatized. She stated she was responsible for including PTSD with triggers in resident's care plan. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 9:10 AM, The Director of Nurses stated if a resident had PTSD ( post-traumatic stress disorder) the residents' triggers were expected to be documented on their comprehensive care plan. She stated if the staff was not aware of the triggers for the resident there was a possibility it could affect their quality of life. She did not respond to any further questions about PTSD triggers such as how it would affect their quality of life. The Director of Nurses stated the MDS Coordinator LVN A was responsible to care plan triggers of any resident with PTSD. Requested policy on revision of care plans and comprehensive care plans and it was not provided at time of exit. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 10:15 M, the Administrator stated care plans were individualized and specific to the resident's needs and must be accurate. The Administrator stated care plans were accomplished with input from the interdisciplinary team and the DON signs off on them. The Administrator stated a resident with PTSD care plan should have included the residents' triggers to help manage behaviors that may arise during the resident's care.
CONCERN (D)

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 co...

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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 and follow accepted national standards for one of two residents reviewed infection control (Resident #38). The facility failed to ensure RN I used aseptic technique during tracheotomy suctioning and tracheotomy care for Resident #38. These failures could place residents at risk for developing wound and upper respiratory infections. Findings included: Review of Resident #38's Face Sheet dated 09/16/2024 reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the following diagnoses Tracheostomy (hole that surgeons make through the front of the neck and into the windpipe (trachea)., Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue (growths of blood vessels found on your skin. These growths can appear anywhere on your body, especially on your face, chest and back, as red, or purple lumps.), Anoxic brain damage (is damage to the brain due to a lack of oxygen supply) and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia (is a condition in which your lungs have a hard time loading your blood with oxygen or removing carbon dioxide. It can leave you with low oxygen, high carbon dioxide, or both). Review of Resident #38's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected she was assessed to be in a persistent vegetive state with no discernible consciousness. Resident #38 was assessed to be dependent on staff for all ADLs. Resident #38 was further assessed to have oxygen therapy, suctioning and require tracheostomy care. Review of Resident #38's Comprehensive Care Plan reflected a problem dated 11/18/2022 Resident has a tracheostomy. Interventions included .oxygen setting via tracheostomy per MD orders . Review of Resident #38's consolidated physician orders reflected an order dated 05/22/2024 Oxygen at 6 liters via trach collar continuously . Further review of Resident #38's physician orders reflected an order dated 11/01/2023 Check O2 filter for placement and cleanliness every week on Sunday and PRN .Trach Care every shift and PRN . Observation on 09/16/2024 at 10:41 AM revealed RN I entered Resident #38's room to perform tracheostomy care. RN I entered Resident #38's room with a small bottle of mouth wash and two oral swabs. RN I obtained an incontinent wipe from Resident #38's dresser and wiped the over bed table with the incontinent wipe and placed the items on the table. RN I then donned gloves without washing her hands and removed the soiled gauze from under Resident #38's trach and trach ties (ties that go around the neck to ensure the trach stays in place). RN I then without washing her hands donned a new pair of gloves then left the room and came back with a piece of wax paper and without cleaning the overbed table placed the wax paper on the over bed table. Using the same pair of gloves RN I gathered supplies from a cart in Resident #38's room that included a new inner cannula and a sterile suction tubing. RN I then grabbed Resident #38's old Yankauer suction wand (used for oral suctioning) which was attached to the suction machine. RN I then removed the suction wand from the suction machine and attached the new suction tubing and placed it on the over bed table partly on the wax paper and partly on the table. RN I then removed the water basin from the suction kit and filled with distilled water. RN I left Resident #38's side and went to the bathroom and got a new pair of gloves from a box stored there. Observation of Resident #38 revealed her tracheostomy mask (used to deliver oxygen) had an accumulation of mucus in the mask covering the exhalation port. RN I without washing her hands donned the new gloves and returned to Resident #38's bed side. RN I then inserted the suction tubing through the exhalation port on the mask through the mucus and into her tracheostomy and began suctioning Resident #38. RN I repeated this action one more time. RN I then removed her gloves and went to the bathroom. RN I washed her hands and donned new gloves. RN I returned to Resident #38's bedside and pulled down her trach mask removed the old inner cannula from Resident #38's trach and inserted a new inner cannula without changing her gloves, cleaning around the trach, or cleaning the trach mask. RN I then replaced the mucus filled trach mask over Resident #38's trach. RN I then stated she was going to do oral care for Resident #38 stating she was done with trach care. In an interview on 09/16/2024 at 10:52 AM RN I stated she wiped Resident #38's over bed table with an incontinent wipe. When asked if the incontinent wipe would sanitize the table she stated no she should have used the purple top wipes (a disposable germicidal wipe). RN I stated she only washed her hands one time during the procedure. RN I stated she should have washed her hands at the beginning of the procedure and before donning new gloves. When RN I was asked why she did not wash her hands she only stated she used hand sanitizer before coming into the room. When asked if she cleaned around Resident #38's trach stoma or cleaned Resident #38's trach mask to remove the mucus build up she stated she did not. RN I further stated she should not have introduced the suction tubing through the trach mask exhalation port and through the old mucus. RN I stated by doing so she could introduce bacteria into Resident #38's trach and it could cause an infection. In an interview on 09/16/2024 at 3:24 PM The DON stated she expected the nurses to perform trach care as outlined in the facilities policy and procedure. The DON stated that failure to do so could cause residents infections. The DON further stated she expected the nurses to use aseptic technique when performing trach care. Review of the facility's policy Tracheostomy Care dated August 2013 reflected The purpose of this procedure is to guide tracheostomy care and the cleaning of reusable tracheostomy cannulas . 1. Aseptic technique must be used: a. During cleaning and sterilization of reusable tracheostomy tubes Gloves must be used on both hands during any or all manipulation of the tracheostomy. Sterile gloves must be used during aseptic procedures Review of the facility's policy Handwashing- Hand Hygiene dated August 2019 reflected This facility considers hand hygiene the primary means to prevent the spread of infection. All personnel shall be trained and regularly in-serviced on the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the transmission of healthcare-associated infections. All personnel shall follow the handwashing/ hand hygiene procedures to help prevent the spread of infection . The use of gloves does not replace hand washing/hand hygiene. Integration of glove use along with routine hand hygiene is recognized as the best practice for preventing healthcare-associated infections.
CONCERN (E)

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

Safe Environment (Tag F0584)

Could have caused harm · 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 provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike envi...

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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 a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment for 3 (Resident # 5, Resident # 25, and Resident # 39) of 13 resident reviewed for resident rights. 1. The facility failed to ensure Resident # 5 and # 25's bedroom had no foul odors, the restroom floor did not have bags of soiled briefs in the corner by the toilet, and pair of pants with a soiled brief on the restroom floor. 2. The facility failed to ensure Resident # 25's over bed table was clean and free from food and beverage debris. 3. The facility failed to ensure Resident # 5 and # 25's restroom baseboard was secured to wall and not a fall hazard. 4. The facility failed to ensure Resident # 5 and # 39's bed sheets were clean. These deficient practices could place residents at risk of infection and a decreased quality of life. Findings included: 1. Record review of Resident # 5's admission Face sheet dated 9/16/24 reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a diagnosis of dementia, chronic kidney disease stage 3, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, atherosclerotic heart disease, acute pain due to trauma, severe protein calorie malnutrition, chronic foot ulcers due to diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, history of pulmonary embolism, febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, and vascular dementia. Record review of Resident # 5's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] reflected, Resident # 5 had a BIMS score of 13 indicating the Resident's cognition was intact. Resident # 5 had a diagnosis of non-Alzheimer's dementia, diabetes mellitus, renal insufficiency, renal failure, or end stage renal disease, diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, and chronic foot ulcers related to diabetes. Resident # 5 needed partial to moderate assist for toileting transfers and supervision or touching assist for toileting hygiene. Record review of Resident # 5's Comprehensive Care Plan initiated 2/25/23 revised on 6/20/24 with a target date of 9/10/24 reflected Resident # 5 has an ADL self-care deficit related to history of falls, diabetic foot ulcer, macular degeneration, and retinopathy due to diabetes. Interventions include resident requires supervision of staff for toileting, personal hygiene, and transfers. 2. Record review of Resident # 25's admission Face sheet dated 9/16/24 reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of hemiparesis and hemiplegia following CVA, hypertension, major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, insomnia, GERD, muscle weakness, epilepsy, anemia, acquired absence of kidney, disorder of kidney and ureter, convulsions, dementia, obstructive and reflux uropathy. Record review of Resident # 25's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] reflected, Resident # 25 had a BIMS score of 15 indicating the Resident's cognition was intact. Resident # 25 had a diagnosis of obstructive uropathy, non-Alzheimer's dementia, hemiplegia or hemiparesis, Epilepsy, disorder of kidney and ureter, and acquired absence of kidney. Resident # 25 was dependent on staff for all toileting needs. Record review of Resident # 25's Comprehensive Care Plan initiated 2/10/21 and revised on 8/28/24 reflected Resident # 25 has mobility impairment and is dependent for ADL's. Interventions include staff will ensure resident has access to needed DME and assist resident with ADL's without prejudice throughout stay. Resident # 25 has an ADL performance self-care deficit related to hemiplegia due to stroke. Interventions include resident is not toileted resident is incontinent of bowel. Resident requires total assist x 2 staff per mechanical lift for all transfers. Resident # 25 requires assistance by 1 staff with personal hygiene. Resident # 25 has bowel incontinence. Interventions include check resident every 2 hours and assist with toileting as needed. Provide peri care after each incontinence episode. See care plans on mobility, ADL's, cognitive deficit, and communication. 3. Record review of Resident # 39's admission Face sheet dated 8/16/24 reflected a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with a diagnosis of dementia, spinal stenosis, depressive episodes, hypercholesterolemia, cervical disc disorder, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, vascular dementia, and vitamin D deficiency. Record review of Resident # 39's Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] reflected, Resident # 39 had a BIMS score of 9 indicating the Resident's cognition was moderately impaired. Resident # 39 had a diagnosis of non-Alzheimer's dementia. Resident # 39 was partial to moderate assist for toilet transfer and supervision or touching assist for toileting and personal hygiene. Record review of Resident # 39's Comprehensive Care Plan initiated 2/24/21 and revised on 2/26/24 and a target date of 8/28/24 reflected Resident # 39 has an ADL self-care performance deficit related to cervical myopathy. Interventions include the resident requires assist by 1 staff for personal hygiene and supervision of staff for toileting. Resident # 39 is incontinent of urine at times and resident refuses to allow staff to assist during incontinence episodes. Interventions include clean peri area after each incontinence episode. Encourage resident to allow assistance during incontinence episode. Check resident every 2 hours and as required for incontinence. Wash, rinse, and dry perineum. Change clothing PRN after episodes. Monitor and document for signs and symptoms of UTI. Monitor, document, and report PRN any possible causes of incontinence. Observation on 9/15/24 at 10:15 am of Resident # 5 and Resident # 25's room revealed the room to have a foul odor of urine. Resident # 25's over bed table to had food debris and red sticky dried liquid substance all over table. Observation of resident restroom revealed 2 bags of soiled briefs in the corner next to the toilet. Observation of baseboard wall molding to be loose and away from wall falling onto floor. Observation 9/15/24 at 2:06 pm of Resident # 39's room revealed Resident # 39's room to have a foul odor of urine. Observation of Resident # 39's bed linen had what appeared to be urine stain covered in flies and gnats on side of bed linen. Observation on 9/16/24 at 9:41 am of Resident # 5 and Resident # 25's room revealed room to have a foul odor of urine. Resident # 25's over bed table to had food debris and red sticky dried liquid substance all over table. Observation of resident restroom revealed pair of pants and soiled brief on restroom floor. Observation of baseboard wall molding to be loose and away from wall falling onto floor. Observation of Resident # 5's bed linen to have what appeared to be dried feces and brown stain on side of bed linen. Interview on 9/15/24 at 10:15 am with Resident # 5 revealed Resident # 5 said they have no concerns and are happy with their care. When asked about the bags of soiled briefs in the restroom Resident # 5 said housekeeping will be around later today and get them then. Resident # 5 was in bed watching television at time of interview. Resident # 5 gave short answers then went back to watching television. Interview on 9/15/24 at 10:15 am with Resident # 25 revealed Resident # 25 said housekeeping comes in and cleans the room daily. Resident # 25 said they had no concerns and wanted to get back to their television program. Interview on 9/17/24 at 1:15 pm with HSK M revealed when cleaning resident rooms the first thing done would be to gather all the trash and remove from room. HSK M said the restroom is cleaned first starting with the toilet, behind toilet, baseboard, mirrors, replace paper goods, clean the sink, underneath the sink, sweep, and mop then change mop head prior to cleaning the rest of the room. In resident room clean over bed table the tops and side, then windowsills, blinds, corners, door frames, bed rails, under beds, bedside table, light fixture, vents, sweep, and mop then change mop head between resident rooms. Last, clean door handles and perform hand hygiene before moving to next resident room. HSK M said mop water is changed after 3 rooms. Interview on 9/17/24 at 1:30 pm with MD L revealed MD L said for any building maintenance issues that a work order is put into the maintenance documentation system. MD L said all staff have access to be able to put work orders in. MD L said once a work order is received then he addresses whatever the need is. MD L said if a resident reports a issue to staff then that staff member is responsible for creating the work order. Interview on 9/17/24 at 2:07 pm with the DON revealed it would be their expectation that housekeeping, nursing, and CNAs are responsible for keeping resident rooms clean. DON said whoever sees an issue first is to address the issue. DON said a negative outcome for residents of not maintaining clean resident rooms could be infection control and odors. Interview on 9/17/24 at 2:40 pm with the Administrator revealed his expectation of room cleanliness was that the rooms would be clean. Administrator said a negative outcome to residents of not keeping their rooms clean could be unsanitary and unsafe conditions. Record review of Cleaning and Disinfecting Residents' Rooms with a revision date of 8/2013 reflected Purpose: The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting resident rooms. General Guidelines: 1. Housekeeping surfaces (floors, tabletops) will be cleaned on a regular basis, when spills occur, and when these surfaces are visibly soiled. 2. Environmental services will be disinfected (or cleaned) on a regular basis (daily, three times a week) and when surfaces are visibly soiled. Under Resident Room Cleaning 4. Change mop solution water at least every three (3) rooms, or as necessary. 5. Change cleaning cloths when they become soiled. Wash cleaning cloths daily and allow cloths to dry before reuse. 6. Clean horizontal surfaces (e.g., bedside tables, overbed tables, and chairs) daily with a cloth moistened with disinfectant solution. Do not use feather dusters. 7. Clean personal use items (e.g., lights, phones, call bells, bedrails, etc.) with disinfectant solution at least twice weekly. 8. When cleaning rooms of residents on isolation precautions, use personal protective equipment as indicated.
CONCERN (E)

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

ADL Care (Tag F0677)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents unable to conduct activities of da...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents unable to conduct activities of daily living (ADLs) received the necessary services to maintain good grooming and personal hygiene for four of eight residents (Resident # 5, Resident #6, Resident #7, and Resident #20) reviewed quality of life. 1. The facility failed to ensure Resident #5's facial hair was removed. 2. The facility failed to ensure Resident # 6's, Resident # 7's and Resident #20's nails were cleaned and trimmed. These failures could place residents at risk for poor hygiene, dignity issues, and decreased quality of life. Findings included: 1. Record review of Resident # 5's Face Sheet dated,09/16/2024, reflected a 73 -year-old female admitted on [DATE] with a diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications (a chronic condition that occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin), unspecified dementia without behaviors ( dementia- a general term for a range of brain conditions that cause a loss such as thinking, remembering, and reasoning- unspecified means- without a specific diagnosis), and macular cyst, hole, or pseudo hole, left eye ( can cause loss of central vision). Record review of Resident #5's Quarterly MDS Assessment, dated 08/30/2024, reflected the resident had a BIMS score of 13 indicating her cognition was intact. Resident #5 had impaired vision. Resident #5 required supervision or touching assistance with personal hygiene, oral hygiene, showers, and dressing. Resident #5 required partial/moderate assistance with transfers. Record review of Resident #5's Comprehensive Care Plan , dated 09/11/2024 , reflected Resident #5 had ADL self -care performance deficit related to history of falls and macular degeneration of bilateral eyes and retinopathy ( an eye disease that damages a part of the retina- a light sensitive layers of nerve tissue at the back of the eye- that controls central vision) related to diabetes mellitus. Intervention: Resident #5 required supervision of staff with personal hygiene. Observation on 09/15/2024 at 12:30 PM revealed Resident #5 was sitting in the main dining room alone at a table. Her tablemates had already left the dining room. She had facial hair on the right side, middle and underneath her chin. The hair was approximately 1 inch long. Observation on 09/15/2024 at 1:33 PM revealed Resident #5 was sitting in her wheelchair near the television in her room. The facial hair on and underneath her chin had not been removed. Interview on 09/15/2024 at 1:35 PM with Resident #5 revealed she did not realize she had facial hair. Resident #5 stated she would not have left her room with facial hair on her face. Resident #5 stated she was very embarrassed. She stated she was not leaving her room until someone removed the facial hair. 2. Record review of Resident #6's Face Sheet , dated 09/16/2024, reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of other lack of coordination (uncoordinated movement due to a muscle control problem that causes inability to coordinate movements), unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety (impairment of memory) and muscle weakness ( a loss of muscle strength that can make it difficult to move a muscle normally). Record review of Resident #6's Quarterly MDS Assessment, dated 06/04/2024, reflected the resident had a BIMS score of 3 indicated her cognitive status was severely impaired. Resident #6 was also assessed to require substantial/maximal assistance with the following ADLs: personal hygiene, oral hygiene, upper body dressing, transfers, and toileting hygiene. Resident #6 was dependent on staff for showering and, lower body dressing. Record review of Resident #6's Comprehensive Care Plan, revised on 08/13/2024, reflected Resident #6 had an ADL self- care performance deficit. Interventions: Bathing/Showering: check nail length, trim and clean on bath days and as needed. Report any changes to the nurse. Personal hygiene: Resident #6 required one staff assistance. Observation on 09/15/2024 at 9:19 AM revealed Resident #6 was in her room lying in bed. Resident #6 had blackish/ brownish substance underneath the forefinger, ring finger and middle fingernails on her right and left hand. There was an odor of excreta (excreted matter, like feces) near her fingernails on her right hand. An attempted interview on 07/29/2024 at 9:02 AM with Resident #6 revealed she was not interview able. Record review of Resident # 7's Face Sheet dated, 09/16/2024, reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses of polyosteoarthritis, unspecified (five or more joints in the body have arthritis at the same time), anxiety disorder ( a condition in which a person had excessive worry and feelings of fear, dread, and uneasiness), and combined forms of age-related cataracts ( a common eye condition characterized by the clouding and thickening of the natural lens in the eye, leading to decreased vision) Record review of Resident #7's Quarterly MDS Assessment, dated 07/11/2024, reflected the resident had a BIMS score of 9 indicating her cognition was moderately impaired. Resident #7 required set up assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning in bed, and dressing. She required supervision with bathing, repositioning in bed, and transfers. Record review of Resident #7's Comprehensive Care Plan dated, 07/19/2024, reflected Resident #7's ADLs was not assessed on her care plan. Resident #7 had impaired visual function related to age-related bilateral cataracts. Intervention: Inform Resident #7 where her personal items were being placed. Resident #7 had a mood problem related to anxiety. Resident #7 was referred to Senior Psych services. Intervention: Behavioral health consults as needed. Observation on 09/15/2024 at 9:35 AM revealed Resident #7 was lying in bed. She had blackish substance underneath her middle finger, ring finger and fore fingernails on her right hand. There was an odor of excreta (excreted matter, like feces) near her fingernails on her right hand. Interview on 09/15/2024 at 9:35 AM with Resident # 7 revealed she had asked someone the previous day to clean her nails. She stated she did not recall the staff name. Resident #7 stated the person worked there said it was not her day for a shower, and they only cleaned nails during showers. Resident #7 stated she was embarrassed for anyone to get near her because it was stuff from her bottom on her fingernails. She stated it was poop (feces) from her bottom. Resident #7 stated sometimes her bottom itched, she has to scratch her bottom, and gets poop on her fingers and in her fingernails. Resident #7 stated it had been on her fingers and under her fingernails since past Friday (09/13/2024). Review of Resident #20's Face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the following diagnoses chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia (a condition in which your lungs have a hard time loading your blood with oxygen or removing carbon dioxide. It can leave you with low oxygen, high carbon dioxide, or both.), cerebral palsy (A group of disorders that affect movement, muscle tone, balance, and posture.) and tracheostomy status (hole that surgeons make through the front of the neck and into the windpipe (trachea). Review of Resident #20's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] reflected Resident #20 was assessed to have a BIMS score of 00 indicating severe cognitive impairment. Resident #20 was assessed to be dependent on staff for all ADLs. Review of Resident #20's comprehensive care plan reflected a problem with the initiation date of 06/07/2022 The resident has an ADL self-care performance deficit . Interventions included .check nail length and trim and clean on bath day and as necessary . Observation on 09/15/2024 at 10:00 AM revealed Resident #20 in her room in bed. Resident #20 was not interview able. Resident #20 was observed to have mycotic (is a fungal infection that affects your toenails or fingernails. It separates your nail from your nail bed, making it thick and fragile.) fingernails to her right hand . Resident #20's left hand fingernails were long and observed to have a dark substance underneath the nails. In an interview on 09/15/2024 at 3:14 PM, LVN H stated Resident 20's fingernails were dirty. LVN H stated the brown substance was probably blood from her scratching her face. He further stated Resident #20's fingernails were long and should be trimmed to prevent her from scratching her face. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 8:25 AM, ADON LVN A stated the nurses and the CNAs were responsible for nail care. She stated the nurses were responsible to trim and clean all residents' nails with a diagnosis of diabetes. ADON LVN A stated it was the CNA's responsibility to clean and trim all other residents' nails. She stated if there was a blackish substance underneath the residents' nails, there was a possibility the substance had bacteria underneath the residents' nails. She stated if a resident swallowed the bacteria there was a possibility a resident may become extremely ill with stomach issues such as diarrhea or vomiting. ADON LVN A stated she was only aware of one resident refusing nail care. ADON LVN A stated it was not Resident #6 or Resident #7. She stated if a female resident had facial hair on their chin, there was a possibility the resident may become embarrassed with their appearance and may isolate themselves in their room. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 9:10 AM, the DON stated it was a joint effort between the CNAs and the nurses to complete nail care on the residents. She stated the nurses was responsible for residents with diagnosis of diabetes ( a disease in which the body's ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin was impaired). The DON stated nail care was given during showers and as needed. She stated if a resident had blackish substance underneath their nails there was a possibility the substance may be some type of bacteria. The DON stated she could not answer any further questions about dirty fingernails and the potential of a resident becoming ill. She stated if a female resident had facial hair there was a possibility the female resident may not want to leave their room due to embarrassment of the hair on their face. In an interview on 09/17/2024 at 10:05 AM, CNA E stated the nurses completed all diabetic fingernails and the CNAs were responsible for all other residents' nails. He stated the CNAs were responsible to complete nail care such as trimming, filing, and cleaning the nails. CNA E stated if a resident's nails needed to be cleaned, trimmed, or filed, and it was not their shower day, the staff were expected to do any type of nail care as needed. He stated if a resident had blackish substance underneath their nails, it was probably some type of bacteria such as bowel movements. He stated if a resident swallowed bacteria it was a potential the resident may become ill with major stomach problems such as diarrhea. He stated he had given care to Resident #5, Resident #6, and Resident #7 , and he was not aware of them refusing nail care. CNA E stated if a female resident had facial hair on their chin, a resident may become embarrassed over their appearance and there was a possibility the resident may isolate themselves in their room. CNA E stated it was the CNAs or nurses' responsibility to remove facial hair from the female's chin in the resident's room or during showers. CNA E stated she was not aware of any female resident refusing to allow staff to remove unwanted facial hair from their face. Record review of the facility's Policy on ADLs revised March 2018 reflected A resident who was unable to carry out activities of daily living will receive the necessary services to maintain good nutrition, grooming, and personal, and oral hygiene.
CONCERN (E)

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

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for one of one k...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for one of one kitchen reviewed for sanitation. 1. The facility failed to ensure sanitation practices (covering waste receptacles, sanitizing the thermometer prior to use, cleaning the ice machine, cleaning the juice gun nozzle, cleaning utensil storage drawers, cleaning of ice scoop bin) were occurring in the kitchen. 2. The facility failed to ensure temperature logs were being completed. 3. The facility failed to ensure cleaning logs were being completed. 4. The facility failed to ensure all items were covered and stored properly. These failures could place residents at risk of foodborne illness. Findings included: Observation on 9/15/24 at 9:08 am of the facility kitchen reflected 55-gallon trash can in kitchen prep area without lid. Observation of utensil storage drawers with food debris and tiny bits of paper on bottom surface of drawer and lip of drawer where clean utensils were stored. Observation of leftover scrambled egg in blender uncovered, steamtable pan of sausage links uncovered sitting on prep counter, steamtable pan of toast and pancakes uncovered on prep table, baking sheet of chicken strips and chicken nuggets uncovered on prep table, steamtable pan of what appears to be melted butter on top of oven, and steamtable pan of white gravy on prep table. Observation of reddish pink buildup inside the juice gun nozzle. Observation of ice machine bucket for ice scoop with standing water in bottom with food debris and filmy substance floating on top of water. Observation of ice machine door upper inside of door and seal around ice machine entrance with what appeared to be black and gray dirt and mold buildup. Observation of trash can near hand hygiene sink in dish room revealed no cover on trash can. Observation on 9/16/24 10:36 am of facility kitchen pureed production of butter beans revealed [NAME] K did not clean the thermometer prior to taking temperatures. Observation on 9/17/24 10:05 am of facility kitchen pureed production of green beans, scalloped potatoes, sliced bread, and cornmeal crusted tilapia revealed [NAME] K did not clean the thermometer prior to taking temperatures. Record review of facility kitchen ice machine cleaning log reflected last documented cleaning dated 6/7/24. Record review of facility kitchen weekly cleaning schedule reflected the only documented cleaning to be of convection oven and sweeping and moping storeroom during week 1 of September. Weekly cleaning schedule had 5 weeks listed for September. Record review of facility kitchen daily cleaning schedule reflected documentation of cleaning log between 9/1/24-9/16/24 reflected missing documentation for 47 different tasks. Interview on 9/17/24 at 1:30 pm with [NAME] K revealed [NAME] K said the proper way to take food temperatures was to use an alcohol swab prior to taking food temperatures, again in between each food item, and then again after taking food temperatures. Interview on 9/17/24 at 1:42 pm with the DM J revealed DM J said it was their expectation for [NAME] K to use an alcohol swab to clean the thermometer prior to taking food temperatures, again in between each food item, and finally after taking all temperatures. DM J said it was their expectation for the kitchen to be clean and all staff to be completing the cleaning lists. DM J said each different staff member had cleaning duties depending on their job title. DM J said their expectation was for all food items to be covered and stored properly. DM J said it was their expectation for the cooks to be taking the temperature of the food items and completing the temperature logs. DM J said a negative of not completing cleaning lists, taking temperatures correctly storing food properly could be cross contamination for residents and write ups for staff. DM J said they make rounds in the kitchen frequently to ensure tasks are being completed and the RD makes monthly sanitation audits of the kitchen to ensure sanitation practices are being maintained. Interview on 9/17/24 at 2:40 pm with the Administrator revealed his expectation of the kitchen regarding sanitation was for the kitchen to be clean. The Administrator said a negative effect to residents of the kitchen not having good sanitation could be foodborne illness. Record review of Cleaning Schedules policy UNDATED reflected under heading Policy: The facility will maintain a cleaning schedule prepared by the Nutrition & Foodservice Manager and followed by employees as assigned to ensure that the kitchen is clean and free of hazards. Procedure: 1. The Nutrition & Foodservice Manager will develop a cleaning schedule for daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning. 2. Cleaning tasks will be assigned to positions and included in the job description. 3. The cleaning list will be posted weekly and initialed off and dated by each employee upon completion of the task. The Nutrition & Foodservice Manager or designee will verify that the tasks were completed as assigned. Record review of General Kitchen Sanitation policy dated 10/1/18 reflected under heading Policy: The facility recognizes that food-borne illness has the potential to harm elderly and frail residents. All Nutrition & Foodservice employees will maintain clean, sanitary kitchen facilities in accordance with the state and US Food Codes to minimize the risk of infection and food borne illness. Procedure: 1. Clean and sanitize all food preparation areas, food-contact surfaces, dining facilities and equipment. After each use, clean and sanitize all tableware, kitchenware, and food-contact surfaces of equipment, except cooking surfaces of equipment and pots and pans that are not used to hold or store food and are used solely for cooking purposes. 2. Clean food-contact surfaces of grills, griddles and similar cooking devices and the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens at least once a day: except for hot oil cooking equipment and hot oil filtering systems. 3. Keep food-contact surfaces of all cooking equipment free of encrusted grease deposits and other accumulated soil. 4. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment used in the preparation or storage of potentially hazardous food prior to each use. Clean and sanitize food-contact surfaces of equipment and multi-use utensils used for preparation of potentially hazardous foods on a continuous or production line basis at scheduled intervals throughout the preparation period based on food temperature, type of food and amount of food particle accumulation. 5. After cleaning and until use, store and handle all food-contact surfaces of equipment and multi-use utensils in a manner that protects the surfaces from manual contact, splash, dust, dirt, insects, and other contaminants 6. Clean non-food-contact surfaces of equipment at intervals as necessary to keep them free of dust, dirt, and food particles and otherwise in a clean and sanitary condition. 7. Store, handle and dispense all single-service articles in a sanitary manner and use only once. 8. Make sure that cloths used for wiping occasional food spills on tableware are clean, dry, and not used for any other purpose. 9. Clean and rinse immediately prior to use, moist cloths used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment. Clean frequently during use in a sanitizing solution and do not use for any other purpose. When not in use, hold in a sanitizing solution of the proper concentration (100 ppm Chlorine, 200 ppm Quaternary Ammonia, or 25 ppm Iodine). 10. Clean and rinse in a sanitizing solution, moist cloths used for cleaning non-food-contact surfaces of equipment such as counters, dining tabletops and shelves and do not use for any other purpose. 11. Check restrooms regularly throughout the shift, and be sure they are stocked with soap, toilet paper and paper towels. If automatic hand dryers are used, make sure they are working properly. 12. Make sure hand-washing facilities are easily accessible and supplied with soap and paper towels. 13. Have a professional pest-control program in place. 14. Store toxic chemicals away from food products and be sure they are properly labeled.
CONCERN (E)

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

Deficiency F0925 (Tag F0925)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program so that facility was free of pests and rodents for the facility's only kitchen a...

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Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program so that facility was free of pests and rodents for the facility's only kitchen and dining room reviewed for physical environment. 1.The facility did not ensure the facility was free of flies and crickets in the kitchen. 2. The facility did not ensure the facility was free of flies in the dining room This failure could place residents at risk for an unsanitary environment and a decreased quality of life. The findings included: Observation and resident interviews on 9/15/24 at 11:38 am of the dining room revealed flies throughout dining room in windowsills (20 counted), on resident tables, landing on resident plates of food. Resident # 5 said the flies were always terrible in the dining room. Residents were observed covering their drinks with paper towels to keep flies out. Resident # 13 said he brings his own personal fly swatter to the dining room with him because of the flies. Resident # 26 was observed swatting at flies with an assistive eating built up spoon as flies were landing on his mashed potatoes and ground chicken. Observation on 9/15/24 at 12:11 pm of covered smoking patio area with door leading out from dining room revealed 4 cats lounging on patio, bird feathers all over patio, and a clump of unidentified biological material near entry door to dining room covered in flies. Observation on 9/15/24 12:19 pm of the kitchen revealed 1 dead fly on kitchen floor near the stove, 1 live fly in the dry storage on storage rack, dead crickets in kitchen dish room near storage rack of clean dishes. Interview on 9/17/24 at 1:30 pm with MD L revealed MD L said the facility had a contract with a company to come out once a month and spray for pests. MD L said he conducted rounds in the morning of the exterior of the facility looking for any evidence of pests. MD L said the facility has not had a problem with flies previously. MD L said the Administrator had asked him a couple of months ago to get something for the flies because flies had been seen in the room the department heads hold meetings. MD L said after that, he went and purchased Fly bait granules and placed them in the meeting room, near the dining room exit to the smoking patio, in the puzzle room, behind the vending machines in dining room, and outside on the patio. MD L said he went and got 2 fly traps and hung them outside on the covered patio smoking area. Interview on 9/17/24 at 1:42 pm with DM J revealed DM J said for any pests, they would MD L, and MD L will take care of the issue. DM J said they were aware of the problem with the flies, and they had discussed this matter with the MD L to address the issue. DM J said the pest control company comes once a month and sprays for pests. DM J said the facility had in the past had bug lights in the hallway across from kitchen door to catch flying pests, but they no longer has those, and she was unsure as to why. Interview on 9/17/24 at 2:07 pm with the DON revealed they deferred all pest control questions to the MD L as that is not their area of knowledge, but any pest control concerns are discussed in the staff morning meetings. DON said they could not answer any questions concerning pest control. Interview on 9/17/24 at 2:40 pm with the Administrator revealed he expected the facility to be pest free. The Administrator said a negative outcome of not being pest free could be that first it would be gross, resident bites or stings, and dirtiness. Record review of the facility's pest control invoices reflected the facility common areas, kitchen, 400 and 500 halls were treated for roaches and ants with last service being on 8/26/24. Record review of facility maintenance logs reflected daily monitoring of outside of building for pests by MD L with last documented date of 9/14/24. Requested pest control policy on 9/16/24 at 8:54 am, and facility administrator said they did not have a pest control policy.
Nov 2023 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

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

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

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement their written policies and procedures to prohibit abuse, neglect, exploitation, or misappropriation of resident property for 1 of 3 residents (Resident #1) reviewed for abuse. The facility failed to implement their policies and procedures related to reporting allegations of abuse when Resident #1 alleged Resident #2 choked him on 9/5/23. This failure could place residents at risk for abuse. Findings included: A review of the facility's policy titled Abuse Prevention Program revised December 2016 reflected in part, Investigate and report any allegations of abuse within timeframes as required by federal requirements. A review of the facility's policy titled Abuse Investigation and Reporting, revised July 2017, reflected in part, All reports of resident abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of resident property, mistreatment and/or injuries of unknown source (abuse) shall be promptly reported to local, state and federal agencies (as defined by current regulations) and thoroughly investigated by facility management. A review of Resident #1's face sheet printed on 11/14/23 reflected a [AGE] year-old male originally admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Quadriplegia (loss of motor function in the arms and legs), chronic pain, urinary tract infection, depression (persistent sadness and loss of interest in daily activities), and anxiety (a state of being apprehensive, nervous or distressed). A review of Resident #1's 5-day MDS assessment, dated 10/20/23, reflected a BIMS score of 15 indicating intact cognition. He was assessed as having verbal behavioral symptoms directed towards others 1 to 3 days during the assessment period. The MDS reflected he used a motorized wheelchair and a mechanical lift; he had impairment on both sides, upper and lower extremities. He was dependent on staff for all ADL care. A review of Resident #1's comprehensive care plan initiated on 8/6/20 reflected the problem, Resident has been assessed for actual trauma symptoms as manifested by: upsetting thoughts or memories against their will; upsetting dreams; bodily reactions such as fast heartbeat/stomach churning; difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep; irritability anger or depression; difficulty concentrating; being jumpy or startled at something unexpected; inability to cope with normal stresses of daily living; inability to trust, cognitive difficulties; other. Goals for the problem included, Resident will verbalize/display feeling/disposition of safeness in the community and Trauma symptoms will not interfere with residents POC or rehabilitation. Interventions included, ask and observe the situations and interactions that create well-being, engagement and a sense of safety on the part of the resident/pt recognizing that many individuals who are long-stay residents have some level of cognitive impairment that may require additional sensitivity. A review of Resident #1's social service progress note dated 9/6/23 at 4:46 PM reflected, During IDT meeting, resident made SW aware of incident that occurred with another resident the night prior 9/5. Resident stated that he came back to facility at approximately 8:30 PM and the doors were locked .Resident stated other residents were sitting in the area and he asked them to open the door but they would not. Resident managed to get the door open. Resident stated he got into an argument with another resident sitting in the area. Resident stated other resident stood and walked toward him. Resident stated other Resident put his hands around his neck. SW asked if resident feels safe. Resident stated he did not. SW informed administrator. A review of Resident #1's progress notes on 9/5/23 reflected no documentation regarding Resident #1's allegation regarding another resident choking him nor a nursing note to indicate if the resident was assessed for injuries. A review of Resident #2's face sheet printed on 9/14/23, reflected a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility 2/11/23 with diagnoses including Unspecified dementia without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance and anxiety (a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities) essential hypertension (high blood pressure) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs). A review of Resident #2's quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected a BIMS score of 9 indicating moderately impaired cognition. He was assessed as requiring setup or clean-up assistance or supervision with ADLs. He was assessed to have an active diagnosis of dementia. A review of Resident #2's comprehensive care plan initiated 2/11/22 reflected the problem The resident has impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought process related to diagnosis. Goals included maintaining current level of cognitive function, be able to communicate basic needs and develop skills to cope with cognitive decline. Interventions included administer medications and keep the resident's routine consistent and try to provide consistent care givers to decrease confusion. A review of Resident #2's nursing progress note dated 9/5/23 at 11:33 PM reflected he was found sitting on the floor in the dining room. There was no documentation that Resident #2 was involved in an incident with another resident. During a telephone interview on 11/14/23 at 9:48 AM with the SW, she stated the ADM had been made aware of the incident the night it happened and he got statements from the staff who worked that night. She identified Resident #2 as the person Resident #1 alleged choked him. Observation and interview on 11/14/23 at 11:10 AM revealed Resident #1 was sitting in his motorized wheelchair. He stated there was an incident one evening around 8:30 PM when he came into the facility and his music was playing loud on his phone. Resident #2 cussed at him and yelled at him to turn off the music. Resident #1 stated because of his quadriplegia he had trouble turning off the music. He stated, The guy got up and came at me and he put his hands on my neck . He stated he was afraid to move. He stated a nurse saw what happened but, she said he put his hands on my face. He stated he was not able to dial his phone, so the Social Worker helped him to file a complaint. Observation and interview on 11/14/23 at 11:25 AM revealed Resident #2 was sitting in a chair in his room. When asked if he had ever had any altercations with other residents at the facility, he replied, You mean other prisoners? No, I haven't had any problems. During an interview on 11/14/23 at 3:00 PM, the ADM stated he was aware of the incident where Resident #1 stated he was choked. He stated he asked for statements from the staff who worked when the event occurred. The ADM stated, We have two or three residents with personality issues, and I think this was just personality issues. He stated. One RN said he wasn't choked but the other resident touched his face. The ADM stated when a resident alleged abuse, we will investigate it immediately and ask staff for statements regardless of whether they saw it. He stated he did not report the incident to the State because the eyewitness said he was not choked. When asked if allegations of abuse needed to be reported he stated, I can't say it doesn't need to be reported. I know Resident #1 and Resident #2 had personality conflicts. It felt more personality conflict than anything else. After review of the abuse policy, the ADM verified that it was the current policy then stated, In retrospect, yes, I should have reported it. The ADM stated he did look at the video but because of the angle of the camera, he could not see above Resident #1's legs. He stated, I could see the other resident walk over to him, but I couldn't see what happened. He stated an adverse outcome of not reporting was lose trust in the system, for sure. Not get the appropriate care . During an interview on 11/14/23 at 3:17 PM, the ADON stated when an allegation of abuse was made, the first thing was to assess the resident and see if anything looked abnormal. She stated she would talk with the aide to see what they saw. She would expect to see the incident documented. She stated if behaviors were not documented in the care plan, It could trigger negative behaviors. A review of the facility's incident and accident log from 8/13/23 to 11/4/23 reflected no entry for an incident involving Resident#1 and Resident #2.
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 interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure response to allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure response to allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment, the facility must have evidence that all alleged violations are thoroughly investigated and prevent further abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment while the investigation is in process for two (Residents #1 and #2) of five residents reviewed for abuse and neglect. The facility failed to have evidence of a thorough investigation when Resident #1 alleged Resident #2 choked him on 9/5/23. This failure could place residents at risk for abuse. Findings included: A review of Resident #1's face sheet printed on 11/14/23 reflected a [AGE] year-old male originally admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Quadriplegia (loss of motor function in the arms and legs), chronic pain, urinary tract infection, depression (persistent sadness and loss of interest in daily activities), and anxiety (a state of being apprehensive, nervous or distressed). A review of Resident #1's 5-day MDS assessment, dated 10/20/23, reflected a BIMS score of 15 indicating intact cognition. He was assessed as having verbal behavioral symptoms directed towards others 1 to 3 days during the assessment period. The MDS reflected he used a motorized wheelchair and a mechanical lift; he had impairment on both sides - upper and lower extremities. He is dependent on staff for all ADL care. A review of Resident #1's comprehensive care plan initiated on 8/6/20 reflected the problem, Resident has been assessed for actual trauma symptoms as manifested by: upsetting thoughts or memories against their will; upsetting dreams; bodily reactions such as fast heartbeat/stomach churning; difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep; irritability anger or depression; difficulty concentrating; being jumpy or startled at something unexpected; inability to cope with normal stresses of daily living; inability to trust, cognitive difficulties; other. Goals for the problem included, Resident will verbalize/display feeling/disposition of safeness in the community and Trauma symptoms will not interfere with residents POC or rehabilitation. Interventions included, Ask and observe the situations and interactions that create well-being, engagement and a sense of safety on the part of the resident/pt recognizing that many individuals who are long-stay residents have some level of cognitive impairment that may require additional sensitivity. A review of Resident #1's social service progress note dated 9/6/23 at 4:46 PM reflected, During IDT meeting, resident made SW aware of incident that occurred with another resident the night prior 9/5. Resident stated that he came back to facility at approximately 8:30 PM and the doors were locked .Resident stated other residents were sitting in the area and he asked them to open the door but they would not. Resident managed to get the door open. Resident stated he got into an argument with another resident sitting in the area. Resident stated other resident stood and walked toward him. Resident stated other Resident put his hands around his neck. SW asked if resident feels safe. Resident stated he did not. SW informed administrator. A review of Resident #1's progress notes reflected no documentation regarding the incident nor a nursing note to indicate if the resident was assessed for injuries. A review of Resident #2's face sheet printed on 9/14/23, reflected a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility 2/11/23 with diagnoses including Unspecified dementia without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance and anxiety (a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities) essential hypertension (high blood pressure) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs). A review of Resident #2's quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected a BIMS score of 9 indicating moderately impaired cognition. He was assessed as requiring setup or clean-up assistance or supervision with ADLs. He was assessed to have an active diagnosis of dementia. A review of Resident #2's comprehensive care plan initiated 2/11/22 reflected the problem The resident has impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought process related to diagnosis. Goals included maintaining current level of cognitive function, be able to communicate basic needs and develop skills to cope with cognitive decline. Interventions included administer medications and keep the resident's routine consistent and try to provide consistent care givers to decrease confusion. A review of Resident #2's nursing progress note dated 9/5/23 at 11:33 PM reflected he was found sitting on the floor in the dining room. There was no documentation that Resident #2 was involved in an incident with another resident. During a telephone interview on 11/14/23 at 9:48 AM with the SW, she stated the ADM had been made aware of the incident the night it happened and he got statements from the staff who worked that night. She identified Resident #2 as the person Resident #1 alleged choked him. During an interview on 11/14/23 at 3:00 PM, the ADM stated he was aware of the incident where Resident #1 stated he was choked. He stated he asked for statements from the staff who worked when the event occurred. The ADM stated, We have two or three residents with personality issues, and I think this was just personality issues. He stated. One RN said he wasn't choked but the other resident touched his face. The ADM stated when a resident alleged abuse, we will investigate it immediately and ask staff for statements regardless of whether they saw it. He stated he did not report the incident to the State because the eyewitness said he was not choked. When asked if allegations of abuse needed to be reported he stated, I can't say it doesn't need to be reported. I know Resident #1 and Resident #2 had personality conflicts. It felt more personality conflict than anything else. After review of the abuse policy, the ADM verified that it was the current policy then stated, In retrospect, yes, I should have reported it. The ADM stated he did look at the video but because of the angle of the camera, he could not see above Resident #1's legs. He stated, I could see the other resident walk over to him, but I couldn't see what happened. He stated an adverse outcome of not investigating was lose trust in the system, for sure. Not get the appropriate care. During an interview on 11/14/23 at 3:17 PM, the ADON stated when an allegation of abuse was made, the first thing was to assess the resident and see if anything looked abnormal. She stated she would talk with the aide to see what they saw. She would expect to see the incident documented. She stated if behaviors were not documented in the care plan, It could trigger negative behaviors. A review of the facility's incident and accident log from 8/13/23 to 11/4/23 reflected no entry for an incident involving Resident#1 and Resident #2.
Aug 2023 1 deficiency
CONCERN (F)

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

Deficiency F0727 (Tag F0727)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to use the services of a registered nurse 8 consecutive hours a day, 7 days a week for 1 (7/9/23) of 60 days reviewed. The facility failed to...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to use the services of a registered nurse 8 consecutive hours a day, 7 days a week for 1 (7/9/23) of 60 days reviewed. The facility failed to ensure they had an RN was on duty on 7/9/23. The failure places residents at risk for missed nursing assessment, interventions, care, and treatment. Findings included Record review of daily staffing sheets for May 1st , 23 thru August 7, 23 indicate d that no RN was on the schedule on 6/17,6/18,7/8,7/9 and 8/6. Time sheets revealed an RN was present for 8 hours on 6/17,6/18,7/8, and 8/6. There was no evidence of RN coverage on 7/9/23. Interview of DON on 8/9/23 at 11:55 am revealed she was a new DON and had been at the facility since October 2022 and that she was not aware of the 8 consecutive hours requirement for RN coverage and she thought since they had 12-hour shifts and some of the night shift were RN that counted, she is not sure what happened on 7/9/23 but they have been working with their RN staff to get the weekends covered. When asked about the PBJ report from last quarter , that revealed no RN coverage consistently on the weekends, she stated that they have hired more RN's since then. The DON stated that she is responsible for making sure staffing levels are appropriate for each shift. DON stated that lack of RN coverage could effect proper assessments and interventions for residents. Interview with ADM on 8/9/23 at 12:15 pm revealed that he was not aware they had a hole in their RN coverage and would work with the DON to ensure lack of 8 consecutive RN hours does not occur again ADM stated that the DON is responsible for the staffing of the nurses . There is 4 RNs on staff and with the staffing rotation lack of coverage should not have occurred. ADM stated there is potential for lack of supervision of the resdients care if an RN is not on duty at least 8 hours a day.
Jun 2022 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

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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 pharmaceutical services to ensure the accurate acquiring, receiving, dispensing, administering, and securing of medications for 1 (nurse medication cart) of 4 medication carts reviewed for pharmacy services. The facility failed to ensure prompt identification of a potential diversion of medications when Nurse A did not report a damaged blister pack of Resident #41's Tramadol 50 mg tablet. LVN A did not discard the medication according to facility policy. This failure could place residents at risk of not having the medication available due to possible drug diversion and at risk of not receiving the intended therapeutic benefit of the medications. Findings Included: Review of Resident #41's quarterly MDS assessment, dated [DATE], reflected the resident was a 54 -year-old male with an admission date of [DATE]. Resident #41's diagnoses included other chronic pain; cerebral infarction (stroke) due to unspecified occlusion (blockage or closing) or stenosis (narrowing) of unspecified cerebral artery. Review of Resident #41's physician's orders, dated [DATE], revealed an order for Ultram Tablet 50 mg (tramadol HCl) *Controlled Drug*, Give 1 tablet by mouth every 8 hours as needed for pain. An observation on [DATE] at 10:25 AM of the nurse medication cart in hall 300 revealed the backside of the blister pack for Resident #41's tramadol 50 mg had 3 (#4, #7, and #8) of 15, torn, punctured, or ripped foil seals exposing the individual tablets. In an interview on [DATE] at 11:38 AM LVN A stated she was unaware when the blister pack seals became broken, and she was not aware who might have damaged the blisters. She said the risk of damaged blisters was giving a wrong medication to the resident. She said the nurses and medication aides were responsible for checking the medication blister packs for broken seals during the count of narcotics. She said the count was done at shift change and the count was correct. During the interview the count sheets were compared to the blister packs and the count was correct. In an interview on [DATE] 12:09 PM with the DON revealed she expected if a blister pack medication seal was broken the pill should be discarded. The DON said it would not be acceptable to keep a pill in a blister pack that was opened. The DON said the risk would be giving the wrong medication and a potential for a drug diversion. She said nurses and medication aides were responsible for checking the medication blister packs for broken seals during the count at the beginning of each shift. She said she would in-service nursing staff to discard pills if the blister was opened. Review of the facility's policy Storage and Expiration Dating of Medications, Biologicals, Syringes and Needles, revised [DATE], reflected, . 13.3 Facility should ensure that all controlled substances are stored in a manner that maintains their integrity and security . 17. Facility should destroy or return all discontinued, outdated/expired, or deteriorated medications or biologicals in accordance with Pharmacy return/destruction guidelines and other Applicable law
CONCERN (D)

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

Deficiency F0761 (Tag F0761)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure that drugs and biologicals used in the facility were labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional princip...

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Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure that drugs and biologicals used in the facility were labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles, and include the appropriate accessory and cautionary instructions, and the expiration dates for 1 (hall 300 nurse medication cart) of 4 medication carts reviewed for medication storage, in that: 1) The facility failed to remove expired schedule IV medication from the Hall 300 nurse medication cart. This failure placed residents who received medications at risk for inadequate therapeutic benefits and a delay in healing. Findings included: Observation on 06/09/2022 at 10:25 AM of the Hall 300 nurse medication cart with LVN A revealed the following expired medication alongside non-expired medications: - Tramadol 50 mg - Expiration date: March 2022. - Tramadol 50 mg - Expiration date: March 2022. In an interview on 06/09/2022 at 11:38 AM LVN A said she checked her cart every day for expired medications. She said she had not seen the expired Tramadol. She said expired medication should not be in the medication cart. During an interview on 06/09/2022 at 12:09 PM, the DON said the floor nurses had to check for expired and discontinued medications on their carts daily. She said the pharmacy consultant audited the medication carts once every month. She said if residents got expired medication they could be at risk for inadequate therapeutic benefits. Record review of the facility's policy titled Storage of Medication, revised April 2019, revealed: .5. Discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated drugs or biologicals are returned to the dispensing pharmacy or destroyed
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

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

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
Concerns
  • • Multiple safety concerns identified: Federal abuse finding, 2 life-threatening violation(s). Review inspection reports carefully.
  • • 20 deficiencies on record, including 2 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
  • • $11,165 in fines. Above average for Texas. Some compliance problems on record.
  • • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
Bottom line: This facility has a substantiated abuse finding. Extreme caution advised. Explore alternatives.

About This Facility

What is Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation's CMS Rating?

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

How is Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation Staffed?

CMS rates TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 70%, which is 23 percentage points above the Texas average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 67%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.

What Have Inspectors Found at Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation?

State health inspectors documented 20 deficiencies at TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation during 2022 to 2025. These included: 2 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 18 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 Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation?

TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 CARADAY HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 104 certified beds and approximately 49 residents (about 47% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in TEMPLE, Texas.

How Does Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation Compare to Other Texas Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Texas, TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (70%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "What safeguards and monitoring systems are in place to protect residents from abuse or neglect?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations, the substantiated abuse finding on record, the facility's high staff turnover rate, and the below-average staffing rating.

Is Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation Safe?

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

Do Nurses at Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation Stick Around?

Staff turnover at TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation is high. At 70%, the facility is 23 percentage points above the Texas average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 67%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?

Was Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation Ever Fined?

TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation has been fined $11,165 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Texas average of $33,191. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.

Is Tlc West Nursing And Rehabilitation on Any Federal Watch List?

TLC West Nursing and Rehabilitation 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.