Absolut Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at T

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Absolut Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at T, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF880Feb 28, 2025

  Based on observations, interviews, and record review conducted during a Recertification Survey from 02/24/2025 to 02/28/2025, for four (Residents #16, #45, #79, #100) of seven residents reviewed, the facility did not establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections. Specifically, Resident #45 had respiratory symptoms, tested positive for Covid-19, and was not placed on enhanced droplet/contact precautions (a strategy used by nursing homes to prevent the spread of infectious diseases). […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF804May 3, 2021

  Based on observations, interviews, and record review conducted during the Recertification Survey completed on 5/3/21, it was determined that for four of four residents (Residents #34, #7, #83, and #48) reviewed, the facility did not provide food and drink that was palatable and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Specifically, the issues involved food that was unpalatable, not served at preferable temperatures and not served as ordered. Additionally, it was determined that facility equipment to keep the food warm had not been repaired or replaced as needed. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF609Feb 28, 2025

  Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 02/24/2025 to 02/28/2025, for one (Resident #66) of four resident reviewed, the facility did not ensure that all alleged violations involving potential abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment were reported to the New York State Department of Health in accordance with state law. Specifically, the facility did not report a resident falling out of bed during care that was being provided by one Certified Nursing Assistant opposed to two Certified Nursing Assistants per the resident's person-centered Comprehensive Care Plan. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF677Feb 28, 2025

  Based on observations, interviews, and record review conducted during a Recertification Survey from 02/24/2025 to 02/28/2025, for one (Residents #15) of seven residents reviewed, the facility did not ensure that residents who were dependent on staff for assistance received the necessary services to maintain grooming and personal hygiene. Specifically, Resident #15 did not receive consistent assistance with nail care. This is evidenced by the following: The facility policy Nail Care, dated 04/10/2011, documented routine nail care is to be done following bath and/or shower whenever possible. Resident #15 had diagnoses including vascular dementia, congestive heart failure, and traumatic brain injury. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF684Feb 28, 2025

  Based on observations, interviews, and record review conducted during the Recertification Survey from 02/24/2025 to 02/28/2025, the facility failed to ensure residents received treatment and care in accordance with professional standards of practice for one (Resident #51) of one resident reviewed for edema. Specifically, the facility did not ensure the resident received the highest practical, physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing, including ace wraps to both lower extremities. This is evidenced by the following: Resident #51 had diagnoses including congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat), and edema (swelling due to excess fluid in the tissues). […]