Absolut Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at A

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Absolut Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at A, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Dec 20, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and record review conducted during the Standard survey completed on [DATE], the facility did not store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. Specifically, five ([NAME] 3, [NAME] 2, Willink A, Willink C, Willink Legacy Cove) of five unit Nourishment Room refrigerators contained undated, unlabeled, and out of date food and drink items and a staff member's personal food was stored with residents' food. The findings are: The policy and procedure titled Food Receiving and Storage, revised ,d+[DATE], documented potentially hazardous foods stored in the refrigerator will be labeled and dated and discarded after three days once opened. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF758Jun 28, 2023

  Based on observation, interview, and record review conducted during a Standard survey completed on 6/28/23, the facility did not ensure that residents who receive a psychotropic medication have gradual dose reductions (GDR), unless clinically contraindicated, in an effort to discontinue these drugs for one (Resident #7) of six residents reviewed for psychotropic medication use. Specifically, there was a lack of a GDR attempt for a resident receiving an antipsychotic medication without adequate supporting evidence for its continued use. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF908Aug 11, 2021

  Based on observation, interview, and record review conducted during a Standard survey completed on 8/11/21, the facility did not maintain all essential mechanical, electrical, and patient care equipment in a safe operating condition. Specifically, one ([NAME]) of two kitchens in use had issues with sub-optimal dish machine water temperatures for proper cleaning and sanitizing of dishes. The findings are: Review of facility dish machine Installation and Operation Manual dated 2013 provided by vendor documented, in the hot water sanitizing mode the temperature gauge labels must specify 160°F (degrees Fahrenheit) minimum wash temperature and 180°F minimum rinse temperature. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF561Dec 20, 2024

  Based on observation, interview and record review conducted during the Standard survey completed on 12/20/24, the facility did not ensure residents had the right to interact with members of the community and participate in community activities inside the facility for one (Resident #33) of two residents reviewed. Specifically, staff did not accommodate Resident #33's choice to attend the Resident Council Meeting on 12/17/24. The finding is: The policy and procedure titled Resident Rights and Responsibilities revised 4/2/24 documented the facility functions on the premise that the service it renders should demonstrate its belief in the dignity and worth of every individual. It is the objective of the facility to provide the Patient/Resident with optimal nursing and psychosocial care. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF600Dec 20, 2024

  Based on interview and record review conducted during a Complaint investigation (#NY00347404) during a Standard survey completed on 12/20/2024, it was determined the facility did not protect residents from sexual abuse for two (Resident #165 and Resident #151) of seven residents reviewed. Specifically, residents who lacked ability to consent were observed undressed and in bed together. The policy and procedure titled Abuse Prohibition dated 02/2023 documented that residents have a right to be free from abuse including sexual abuse. The policy and procedure titled Abuse Prohibition Staff Responsible for Coordinating and Implementing dated 11/19/2021 documented that the Administrator is responsible for preventing abuse of the residents. The findings are: 1. […]