Every finding on record at Accura Healthcare of Franklin

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.11(D) Based on observation, record review, and interview the facility failed to ensure that food item temperatures were checked prior to food service to ensure that foods were served at a safe and appetizing temperature. This affected all facility residents. The facility census was 30. Findings are:Record review of the facility policy titled Food Temperatures dated 2021 revealed that the temperatures of all food items will be taken and properly recorded prior to service of each meal. All hot food items must be cooked to appropriate internal temperatures and held and served at a temperature of at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit (F). Hot foods may not fall below 135 F after cooking. Caution should be taken to avoid serving food and liquids at temperatures that are too hot to avoid the risk of burns. Temperatures should be taken periodically to assure that hot foods stay above 135 F and cold foods stay below 41 F during the holding and plating process and until food leaves the service area. Food preparation areas will hold foods at or below 41 F for cold foods and at or above 135 F for hot foods (to keep food out of the temperature danger zone- foods between 42 F and 134 F allow rapid bacteria growth and foodborne illness). Hold foods on a steam table for less than 4 hours (preferably less than 2 hours). Foods sent to the units for distribution will be transported and delivered to maintain temperatures at or below 41 F for cold foods and at or above 135 F for hot foods. Observation on 7/23/26 at 10:10 AM in the facility kitchen revealed that Dietary Cook-A (DC-A) placed raw pork chops in a steam pan. DC-A placed some pork chops on a baking sheet. DC-A prepared the cornbread stuffing and poured the stuffing over the pork chops in the steam pan. DC-A covered the pan with tin foil and placed it into the oven. DC-A placed the baking sheet of pork chops into the oven. Observation on 7/23/26 at 11:13 AM in the facility kitchen revealed that DC-A removed the baking sheet with pork chops from the oven. DC-A used a thermometer to check that the pork chops were cooked to the required final internal temperature. DC-A obtained a temperature of the pork chops of 176.7 F. DC-A used tongs to place 5 pork chops into a blender. DC-A ground the pork chops to a ground texture. DC-A placed the ground pork chop meat into a small steam pan and put the pan in the steam table. DC-A did not record the final cooking temperature. Observation on 7/23/26 at 11:35 AM in the facility kitchen revealed that DC-A removed the steam pan with pork chops and cornbread stuffing from the oven. DC-A used a thermometer to check that the pork chops were cooked to the required final internal temperature. DC-A obtained a temperature of the pork chops of 174.3 F. DC-A placed the steam pan of pork chops with cornbread stuffing into the steam table. DC-A did not record the final cooking temperature. Observation on 7/23/26 at 11:45 AM in the facility kitchen revealed that DC-A removed a pot of cauliflower from the stovetop. DC-A used a thermometer to check the final cooking temperature of the cauliflower. DC-A obtained a temperature of 185.0 F. DC-A used a slotted spoon to move the cauliflower from the pot and into a steam pan. DC-A placed the steam pan into the steam table. DC-A did not record the final cooking temperature. DC-A continued to prepare food items for meal service. The time was now 12:10 PM. DC-A removed the lids from the steam pans in the steam table and plated the first resident meal. The steam tray contained a pan with the pork chops with cornbread dressing, a pan with ground pork chop meat, a pan with grilled cheese sandwiches, a pan with chicken strips, and a pan of cauliflower. DC-A did not check the temperatures of the food items in the steam table. DC-A continued to plate meals for all residents in the dining room. All residents in the dining room had been served at 12:38 PM. Dietary Aide-B (DA-B) began to prepare drinks for resident room trays. DC-A began to plate room tray meals. DA-B took the cart with 6 resident room tray meals out for delivery to the resident rooms at 12:47 PM. DC-A began to plate 3 room tray meals (2 resident meals and 1 test meal). DC-A covered the plates on the room tray meals. The time was now 12:57 PM. Observation on 7/23/26 at 12:59 PM in the facility adult day care room revealed that DC-A delivered a room tray test meal to this surveyor. This surveyor used a thermometer to check the food item temperatures. The temperature of the cauliflower on the plate was 127.0 F (below the minimum safe appetizing temperature of 135 F or above). The temperature of the pork chop was 129.2 F (below the minimum safe appetizing temperature of 135 F or above). The temperature of the cornbread stuffing was 146.1 F. This surveyor took a bite of cauliflower, it was only slightly warm. This surveyor took a bite of the pork chop, it was cool to the mouth. This surveyor took a bite of the cornbread stuffing, it was between warm and hot to the mouth. The flavor and textures of the food items were pleasing. The temperature of the cauliflower and pork chop were not appetizing. Interview on 7/23/26 at 1:28 PM with DC-A confirmed that DC-A obtains food item temperatures to ensure that they have reached the required internal cooking temperature before putting the food into the steam table. DC-A confirmed that DC-A does not check food item temperatures in the steam table prior to meal service. DC-A confirmed that DC-A had not recorded any temperatures for the foods being served at the noon meal. Observation on 7/27/26 at 11:49 AM in the facility kitchen revealed that Dietary Cook-C (DC-C) sorted resident menus per the dining room seating chart. DC-C then placed 3 nacho chicken breasts into the blender. DC-C ground the chicken to a ground consistency and transferred the ground chicken meat into a small steam pan. DC-C placed 2 additional servings of nacho chicken into the blender. DC-C ground the chicken to a ground consistency and put it into the small steam pan. DC-C placed the small steam pan of ground nacho chicken into the steam table at 11:56 AM. DC-C sanitized a thermometer and checked temperatures of food items in the steam table. DC-C obtained temperatures of the nacho chicken at 164.6 F. Corn at 163.0 F. Refried beans at 168.6 F. Hamburger patty at 151.0 F. Ground nacho chicken at 148.4 F. A steam pan with chicken strips was not checked for temperature. A steam pan with mashed potatoes was not checked for temperature. A steam pan of brown gravy was not checked for temperature. A steam pan of vegetable beef soup was not checked for temperature. DC-C plated the first meal at 12:09 PM. DC-C continued to plate meals for residents in the dining room and DA-B delivered the meals to the dining room residents. DC-C plated a meal of mashed potatoes and gravy and 1 chicken strip for Resident 25 (the service temperature of the mashed potatoes, gravy, and chicken strip had not been checked). DA-B delivered the plated meal to Resident 25. DC-C continued to plate resident meals. All residents in the dining room had been served when the last meal was served at 12:22 PM in the dining room. DC-C began to plate resident room tray meals. DC-C plated a meal for Resident 14 that contained a bowl of vegetable beef soup (the service temperature of the vegetable beef soup had not been checked). Interview on 7/27/26 at 12:36 PM with Resident 25 revealed that the chicken strip served was not hot and was tough. Interview on 7/27/26 at 2:59 PM with the Facility Administrator (FA) confirmed that foods are to be cooked to the required safe temperatures. The FA confirmed that foods are also required to be checked and recorded prior to food service to ensure that they are being held at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.05(B) Based on interview and record reviews, the facility failed to inform the resident of services available in the facility and the charges for those services not covered by the facility's per dem rate. This affected 4 residents (Residents 1, 5, 36, and 37) of 4 residents sampled. The facility census was 30. Findings are:A record reviews of an Entrance Conference Worksheet provided to the facility on 7/22/2026 revealed a list of residents who were discharged from a Medicare covered Part A stay with benefit days remaining in the past 6 months. The worksheet revealed Resident 1, Resident 5, Resident 36, and Resident 37 were among those discharged from a Medicare covered Part A stay. A.A record review of a form titled, Therapy Discharge Notification dated 5/12/26 revealed Resident 1 to be discharged from Medicare A services and, can pick up Medicare B to continue activity tolerance. A record review of a form titled, Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Beneficiary Notification Review for Residents who Received Medicare Part A Services for Resident 1 revealed Medicare Part A services started on 3/4/26 and the last covered day for Part A services was list as 5/16/26. The form revealed Resident 1 discharged from services because the resident had a plateau in progress. The form further revealed that the facility provided a SNF Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (ABN) to the resident or the resident's representative. The form further revealed that the facility provided a Notice of Medicare Non-coverage (NOMNOC) to the resident or the resident's representative. A record review of a form titled, Notice of Medicare Non-coverage dated 5/13/26 revealed Resident 1's representative signed the form for the resident over the phone. A record review of a form titled, Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (ABN) dated 5/13/26 revealed Resident 1's representative signed the form over the phone. The form revealed if Medicare doesn't pay for D. below, you may have to pay. The line item was left blank. The form further stated, Medicare does not pay for everything, even some care that you or your health care provider have good reason to think you need. We expect Medicare may not pay for D. below. The line item was left blank. The form further details:Read this notice, so you can make an informed decision about your care.Ask us any questions that you may have after you finish reading.Choose an option below about whether to receive the D. listed above, Note: If you choose Option 1 or 2, we may help you to use any other insurance that you might have, but Medicare cannot require us to do this. Area listed above found to be blank.Options; Check only one box. We cannot choose a box for you.Option 1 revealed, I want the D. listed above, left blank. You may ask to be paid now, but I also want Medicare billed for an official decision on payment, which is sent to me on a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN). I understand that is Medicare doesn't pay, I am responsible for left blank payment, but can appeal to Medicare by following the direction on the MSN (unknown acronym). If Medicare does pay, you will refund any payments I made to you, less co-pays or deductibles.Option 2 revealed, I want D. listed above left blank, but do not bill Medicare. You may ask to be paid now as I am reS06EibEtoFFayment. I cannot appeal if Medicare is not billed.Option 3 revealed, I don't want the D. listed above left blank. I understand with this choice I am not responsible for payment, and I cannot appeal to see if Medicare would pay.The form revealed, beginning on left blank, you may have to pay out of pocket for this care if you do not have other insurance that may cover these costs.The form revealed, care left blank, estimated costs, left bank, reason Medicare may not pay, left blank.The form further states: singing below means that you've received and understand this notice. You'll also get a copy for your records.The signature of patient or authorized representative, left blank, dated, left blank. B.A record review of a form titled, Therapy Discharge Notification dated 7/8/26 revealed Resident 5 to be discharged from Medicare A services and, can pick up Medicare B for continued services. A record review of a form titled, Notice of Medicare Non-coverage dated 7/13/26 revealed Resident 5 signed the form in person. A record review of a form titled, Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (ABN) dated 7/13/26 revealed Resident 5 signed the form in person. The form revealed if Medicare doesn't pay for D. left blank below, you may have to pay. The line item was left blank. The form further stated, Medicare does not pay for everything, even some care that you or your health care provider have good reason to think you need. We expect Medicare may not pay for D. below. The line item was left blank. The form further details:Read this notice, so you can make an informed decision about your care.Ask us any questions that you may have after you finish reading.Choose an option below about whether to receive the D. listed above, Note: If you choose Option 1 or 2, we may help you to use any other insurance that you might have, but Medicare cannot require us to do this. Area listed above found to be blank.Options; Check only one box. We cannot choose a box for you.Option 1 revealed, I want the D. listed above, left blank. You may ask to be paid now, but I also want Medicare billed for an official decision on payment, which is sent to me on a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN). I understand that is Medicare doesn't pay, I am responsible for left blank payment, but can appeal to Medicare by following the direction on the MSN. If Medicare does pay, you will refund any payments I made to you, less co-pays or deductibles.Option 1 was found to be underlinedOption 2 revealed, I want D. listed above left blank, but do not bill Medicare. You may ask to be paid now as I am reS06EibEtoFFayment. I cannot appeal if Medicare is not billed.Option 3 revealed, I don't want the D. listed above left blank. I understand with this choice I am not responsible for payment, and I cannot appeal to see if Medicare would pay.The form revealed, beginning on left blank, you may have to pay out of pocket for this care if you do not have other insurance that may cover these costs.The form revealed, care left blank, estimated costs, left bank, reason Medicare may not pay, left blank.The form further states: singing below means that you've received and understand this notice. You'll also get a copy for your records.The signature of patient or authorized representative, left blank, dated, left blank. C.A record review of a form titled, Notice of Medicare Non-coverage dated 4/29/26 revealed Resident 36 signed the form in person. A record review of a form titled, Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (ABN) dated 4/29/26 revealed Resident 36 signed the form in person. The form revealed if Medicare doesn't pay for D. left blank below, you may have to pay. The line item was left blank. The form further stated, Medicare does not pay for everything, even some care that you or your health care provider have good reason to think you need. We expect Medicare may not pay for D. below. The line item was left blank. The form further details:Read this notice, so you can make an informed decision about your care.Ask us any questions that you may have after you finish reading.Choose an option below about whether to receive the D. listed above, Note: If you choose Option 1 or 2, we may help you to use any other insurance that you might have, but Medicare cannot require us to do this. Area listed above found to be blank.Options; Check only one box. We cannot choose a box for you.Option 1 revealed, I want the D. listed above, left blank. You may ask to be paid now, but I also want Medicare billed for an official decision on payment, which is sent to me on a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN). I understand that is Medicare doesn't pay, I am responsible for left blank payment, but can appeal to Medicare by following the direction on the MSN. If Medicare does pay, you will refund any payments I made to you, less co-pays or deductibles.Option 2 revealed, I want D. listed above left blank, but do not bill Medicare. You may ask to be paid now as I am reS06EibEtoFFayment. I cannot appeal if Medicare is not billed.Option 3 revealed, I don't want the D. listed above left blank. I understand with this choice I am not responsible for payment, and I cannot appeal to see if Medicare would pay.Option 3 was found to be underlined.The form was signed by Resident 36 and dated on 4/27/26.The form revealed, beginning on left blank, you may have to pay out of pocket for this care if you do not have other insurance that may cover these costs.The form revealed, care left blank, estimated costs, left bank, reason Medicare may not pay, left blank.The form further states: singing below means that you've received and understand this notice. You'll also get a copy for your records.The signature of patient or authorized representative, left blank, dated, left blank. D.A record review of a form titled, Therapy Discharge Notification dated 7/6/26 revealed Resident 37 to be discharged from Medicare A services and met all goals, to discharge home with spouse and home care. A record review of a form titled, Notice of Medicare Non-coverage dated 7/6/26 revealed Resident 37's representative signed the form in person. A record review of a form titled, Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (ABN) dated 7/6/26 revealed Resident 37's representative signed the form in person. The form revealed if Medicare doesn't pay for D. left blank below, you may have to pay. The line item was left blank. The form further stated, Medicare does not pay for everything, even some care that you or your health care provider have good reason to think you need. We expect Medicare may not pay for D. below. The line item was left blank. The form further details:Read this notice, so you can make an informed decision about your care.Ask us any questions that you may have after you finish reading.Choose an option below about whether to receive the D. listed above, Note: If you choose Option 1 or 2, we may help you to use any other insurance that you might have, but Medicare cannot require us to do this. Area listed above found to be blank.Options; Check only one box. We cannot choose a box for you.Option 1 revealed, I want the D. listed above, left blank. You may ask to be paid now, but I also want Medicare billed for an official decision on payment, which is sent to me on a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN). I understand that is Medicare doesn't pay, I am responsible for left blank payment, but can appeal to Medicare by following the direction on the MSN. If Medicare does pay, you will refund any payments I made to you, less co-pays or deductibles.Option 2 revealed, I want D. listed above left blank, but do not bill Medicare. You may ask to be paid now as I am reS06EibEtoFFayment. I cannot appeal if Medicare is not billed.Option 3 revealed, I don't want the D. listed above left blank. I understand with this choice I am not responsible for payment, and I cannot appeal to see if Medicare would pay.Option 3 was found to be underlinedThe form was signed by Resident 37's representative and dated on 7/6/26.The form revealed, beginning on left blank, you may have to pay out of pocket for this care if you do not have other insurance that may cover these costs.The form revealed, care left blank, estimated costs, left bank, reason Medicare may not pay, left blank.The form further states: singing below means that you've received and understand this notice. You'll also get a copy for your records.The signature of patient or authorized representative, left blank, dated, left blank. An interview on 7/23/26 at 3:00 PM with Social Service Director (SSD) revealed they were unaware of the details they needed to add on the SNF ABN forms detailing per diem costs. SSD revealed they were not familiar with the process and how to obtain the information missing from the SNF ABN forms necessary to make informed decisions for residents and resident representatives. SSD confirmed this information had not been provided to Residents 1, 5, 36, and 37 as required.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.18(A) Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide a COVID-19 immunization after 1 (Resident 4) of 3 sampled residents had consented to receive it. The facility census was 30. Findings are:A record review of a facility policy titled, COVID-19 Vaccination dated 11/13/24 revealed, all residents will be provided with the opportunity and encouragement to receive COVID-19 vaccinations. On admission each resident will be questioned regarding history of receiving the COVID 19 vaccine. Each resident will be educated and offered the COVID-19 vaccine if they have never had the vaccine. The DON will be responsible for following up with the physician's office when questions arise as to whether resident has had a vaccine in the past. Procedure, during admission assessment, each resident/family will be questioned regarding if the resident has had a current COVID-19 vaccine injection. Vaccination in the facility will be contraindicated if:If they are currently up to date with all recommended COVID-19 vaccinations.If they ever had a serious allergic reaction of any severity to a previous dose.Physician writes order to not give vaccine.Resident/family member refuses vaccine.Acuter febrile illness.Condition is terminal. A record review of a Clinical Census sheet dated 7/28/26 for Resident 4 revealed an admission date of 10/29/25. A record review of a form titled, Acknowledgement of Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) and Vaccination Consent for Resident 4 signed on 2/25/26. The form revealed Resident 4 check marked they received a copy of the most up to date VIS and education for COVD-19 vaccine. The form also revealed Resident 4 would like to have the COVID-19 vaccine given to them. A record review for the COVID-19 vaccine provided to Resident 4 revealed none was provided. An interview with the Infection Preventionist (IP) on 7/28/26 at 10:15 AM confirmed Resident 4 had not received the COVID-19 vaccine and the IP was unsure why this had not occurred.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09(I) Based on observation, record review, and interview the facility failed to implement interventions to prevent falls for 1 of 1 residents reviewed (Resident 23). The facility census was 30. Findings are:Record review of the facility policy titled Risk Management dated 9/27/24 revealed that all accidents/incidents involving residents will be reported, investigated, and reviewed through the facility's Quality Assurance Process Improvement (QAPI) process to ensure that residents receive the highest quality of care. The nurse identifying an incident will be responsible for completing the incident report. The paragraph titled Completion of Incident Reports revealed that the immediate action taken, assessment at the time of the incident, and interventions initiated (care plan intervention) section of the incident report are completed. Ensure that the intervention is appropriate and care planned. Review all residents who have had 2 or more incidents in 30 days for trending and the need for further interventions to prevent accidents. Record review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS, a mandatory comprehensive assessment tool used for care planning) for Resident 23 dated 6/10/26 revealed that Resident 23 admitted into the facility on 6/23/25. The assessment revealed that Resident 23 was dependent on staff to put on and take off socks, shoes, and other footwear. Resident 23 was independent with lying to sitting on the side of the bed. Resident 23 was to have supervision for standing from a sitting position and toilet transfers. The assessment revealed that Resident 23 had 2 falls since the prior MDS assessment was completed. Record review of the facility Incidents By Incident Type log dated 7/22/26 revealed that Resident 23 had falls on: -2/15/26 at 5:50 PM (unwitnessed fall)-2/23/26 at 11:45 AM (unwitnessed fall)-3/20/26 at 12:00 AM (unwitnessed fall)-5/23/26 at 3:37 PM (witnessed fall) Record review of the current Care Plan for Resident 23 dated 7/22/26 revealed that Resident 23 was at risk for falls due to unsteady gait, poor balance, and psychotropic medication use (any medication that affects behavior, mood, thoughts, or perception). Interventions to be in place to prevent falls included ensuring that Resident 23's phone was within reach 2/15/26; Dycem on the side of the bed on floor to prevent fall due to resident refusing to wear socks 2/23/26; non-slip footwear when sitting up on the side of the bed to hold Resident 23 from sliding off the edge of the bed and to have the walker within reach 3/20/26; assure the resident had appropriate footwear on when up 2/5/26; encourage to use call light to alert staff of needing assistance 6/17/26; encourage to use grab bars in the bathroom to steady self with toileting 6/17/26; Physical and Occupational therapy referral as needed 2/5/26; and use walker with ambulation (walking) 6/17/26. Record review of the Progress Note dated 2/15/26 at 5:50 PM for Resident 23 revealed that the facility received a call from the resident's child stating that Resident 23 had fallen and needed help. Staff found Resident 23 laying on the floor with the resident's head close to the night stand by the bathroom door. The Progress Note revealed that Resident 23 used a walker for walking and usually called for staff assistance when needing the bathroom. The Progress Note revealed that Resident 23 did not use the call light. Record review of the current Care Plan for Resident 23 dated 7/22/26 revealed that the interventions for Resident 23 included a fall on 2/15/26. The Care Plan revealed that Resident 23 lost their balance while trying to get to a phone call. The new intervention for the fall was to ensure that the resident's phone was within reach. Record review of the Progress Note dated 2/23/26 at 11:45 AM for Resident 23 revealed that a nurse aide helped Resident 23 into the restroom and instructed Resident 23 to use the call light when finished. The nurse aide returned to the resident's room and observed Resident 23 lying on their back in front of the recliner. Resident 23 told the nurse aide that they got impatient and started to walk back to bed and their legs gave out. Resident 23 complained of right leg and hip pain. Record review of the current Care Plan for Resident 23 dated 7/22/26 revealed that the intervention for the fall on 2/23/26 was to place Dycem (a medical-grade non-slip material used to prevent residents from slipping) on the floor on the side of the bed to prevent falls as Resident 23 refused to wear socks. Record review of the Progress Note dated 3/20/26 at 2:22 AM for Resident 23 revealed that staff went into the room of Resident 23 to answer the call light and found Resident 23 on the floor next to the bed. Resident 23 was barefoot. Resident 23 stated that their feet slipped. Record review of the current Care Plan for Resident 23 dated 7/22/26 revealed that the fall on 3/20/26 causal factor was that Resident 23 slid off the side of the bed. (Dycem was to have been in place on the floor on the side of the bed to prevent the resident from slipping per the intervention listed on the care plan for the fall on 2/23/26). The intervention for the fall on 3/20/26 was for non-slip footwear when sitting up on the side of the bed and to have the resident's walker within reach. Record review of the Progress Note dated 5/23/26 at 3:37 PM for Resident 23 revealed that Resident 21 was at the door of Resident 23's room talking to Resident 23. Resident 21 yelled to the nurse that Resident 23 fell. Resident 23 stated that they slipped off the bed. Resident 23 was sitting on the floor beside the bed. (Dycem was to have been in place on the floor on the side of the bed to prevent the resident from slipping per the intervention listed on the care plan for the fall on 2/23/26). Record review of the current Care Plan for Resident 23 dated 7/22/26 revealed that it contained no new intervention to prevent falls following the fall that occurred on 5/23/26. Record review of the Progress Note dated 5/25/26 at 11:53 AM for Resident 23 revealed that the note was for fall follow-up. The Progress Note revealed that Resident 23 was encouraged to have non-slip footwear upon sitting on the side of the bed and that Dycem was ordered. Record review of the Progress Note dated 5/27/26 at 10:19 AM for Resident 23 revealed that the risk management team met to review the witnessed fall by Resident 23 on 5/23/26. Resident 23 slid off the bed because the resident does not want to wear footwear. Staff will now encourage Resident 23 to wear gripper socks during transfers and when the resident's feet are on the floor. Dycem is available to utilize if Resident 23 is not compliant with footwear. Observation on 7/23/26 at 9:35 AM in the room of Resident 23 revealed that Resident 23 sat on the edge of the bed and was barefoot. No dycem was on the floor on the side of the bed to prevent Resident 23 from slipping. Interview on 7/27/26 at 9:26 AM with Medication Aide-D (MA-D) revealed that Resident 23 was independent when they first came to the facility. Resident 23 had movements of their shoulders and arms and was encouraged to call for assistance with transfers. MA-D revealed that Resident 23 wore slip on sandals with a strap on the back when going out of the facility. MA-D revealed that Resident 23 did not like shoes and would not use gripper socks. Observation on 7/27/26 at 9:29 AM in the room of Resident 23 revealed that there was no Dycem on the floor at bedside or anywhere in the room. Observation on 7/27/26 at 2:49 PM in the room of Resident 23 revealed that a pair of black sandals sat underneath the left side of the bed. Resident 23 sat on the bed with bare feet and there was no Dycem in place on the floor on the side of the bed. Interview on 7/27/26 at 2:49 PM with Resident 23 revealed that the resident wore the pair of sandals under the bed when going out to appointments. Resident 23 confirmed that there had not been any Dycem placed on the floor next to the bed to prevent slipping. Resident 23 revealed that there was Dycem under the wheelchair cushion in their wheelchair seat to keep the cushion from sliding. Interview on 7/28/26 at 9:31 AM with MA-E revealed that MA-E did not think there were any fall prevention interventions for Resident 23. MA-E revealed that Resident 23 was independent with walking to the bathroom and did not wear footwear. MA-E revealed that Resident 23 did not want their feet to get hot and was usually barefoot. MA-E revealed that they would walk with Resident 23 to the bathroom when getting Resident 23 up in the morning. MA-E revealed that the resident had gripper socks but they were not worn when walking to the bathroom. Interview on 7/28/26 at 10:25 AM with Licensed Practical Nurse-G (LPN-G) revealed that the nurse completes a risk management report in the resident electronic health record after a resident fall. LPN-G revealed that the risk management section had a link to the Care Plan and the nurse puts the new intervention into the Care Plan. LPN-G revealed that new fall prevention interventions were put on the Critical Charting list that was then reviewed with nurse aides and medication aides during start of shift report to make them aware of new fall interventions that were to be in place. Interview on 7/28/26 at 10:46 AM with MA-F revealed that fall prevention for Resident 23 was to try and get the resident to wear gripper socks. MA-F confirmed that no Dycem was on the floor as a fall intervention for Resident 23. Interview on 7/28/26 at 10:46 AM with LPN-G revealed that LPN-G told MA-F that Dycem was supposed to be a fall prevention intervention for Resident 23. Interview on 7/28/23 at 10:53 AM with MA-F revealed that MA-F did not have access to the Care Plan and did not know that an intervention of Dycem on the floor on the bedside was to be in place for Resident 23. Interview on 7/28/26 at 10:53 AM with LPN-G confirmed that the fall prevention intervention for Resident 23 for Dycem on the floor at the side of the bed was not in place as care planned to prevent falls. Interview on 7/28/26 at 1:47 PM with the Facility Administrator (FA) confirmed that the facility was required to determine the cause of each resident fall and implement an intervention to prevent additional falls. The FA confirmed that the fall intervention was to be on the care plan and implemented.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09(H)(vi)(3)(c) Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure that nursing staff were competent in the administration of Intravenous (IV) medications when a using Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC, a long, thin, flexible tube inserted into a vein in the upper arm and threaded up to a large vein near the heart) line for 1 (Resident 38) of 1 sampled resident. The facility census was 30. Findings are: Record review of an untitled facility policy dated 7/31/23 revealed on page 1 that the purpose of the policy was for the initiation by the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for intravenous (IV, directly into the blood stream via a vein) catheter administration of intravenous medications or fluids as prescribed by a physician. (Peripheral and PICC line catheters. LPNs must have successfully completed IV education and competency with a Registered Nurse at the facility prior to providing any peripheral IV services and on an annual basis. On page 6, the first paragraph revealed that prior to medication administration in an intermittent access device, the IV will be checked for patency (flow without blockage) by observing for blood return and flushed using a 10 milliliter syringe. PICC lines must be flushed with at least 10 ml (milliliters) of normal saline or as directed by a physician. Record review of the Lippincott Nursing Procedures manual to review with Standards of Practice while using a peripheral intravenous central catheter (PICC) line, the manual revealed that with each use of the PICC line, the nurse must confirm a venous blood return and catheter patency before initiating any infusion. For flushing and locking, document the site's appearance as well as the date, time, and type and amount of flush solution used. Document patency, absence of signs and symptoms of complications, lack of resistance when flushing, and presence of blood return on aspiration if the PICC functions correctly. Document signs and symptoms of complications or if the PICC fails to function appropriately, steps taken to troubleshoot the problem, the date and time the practitioner was notified (if applicable), prescribed interventions, and the response to those interventions. Document whether the patient experienced pain or discomfort during flushing. [NAME] & [NAME]. 2023. Lippincott Nursing Procedures - 9th Ed. Philadelphia. [NAME] & [NAME]. ISBN 978-1-9751-7858-1. eISBN 978-1-9751-7860-4. STAT!Ref Online Electronic Medical Library. https://online.statref.com/document/BQ69WV5ALrIh8OGpR3v_gD. 7/29/2026 8:08:07 AM CDT (UTC -05:00). Record review of Resident 38's electronic Medication Administration Record, while observing LPN-G prepare the medication administration, revealed Resident 38 had an order for an antibiotic medication: Meropenem 500 milligrams (mg) in sodium chloride 50 milliliters (ml) intravenously to be given over a period of 30 minutes. Observation on 07/27/2026 at 11:17 AM of LPN-G as supplies for the IV medication (med) were gathered, an area on an over the bed table was cleaned and supplies laid out for the medication administration by LPN-G. LPN-G took an alcohol swab and cleansed the area on Resident 38's PICC line, flushed the PICC line with 10 ml of saline solution using the 10 ml syringe from the supply bag, mixed the medication with the IV fluids, attached the IV tubing to the medication, filled the tubing with the medication to ensure there was no air in the IV tubing, then attached the tubing to Resident 38. LPN-G then set the IV-delivery system to the correct settings so that the IV fluids would infuse (go into the blood stream) over the required 30 minutes, gathered the remaining supplies, checked on the resident, left the room, and charted the medication in the electronic medication administration record. Interview 07/27/2026 at 12:20 PM with the Director of Nursing revealed that the facility followed the policies and procedures as noted by the standards of care and as is written in their policies which were not very explicit. Interview on 07/27/2026 at 12:45 PM with the DON revealed that there were no competencies completed when LPN-G was hired and that there had not been a competency skills day completed for staff competencies yet this year. Interview on 07/27/2026 at 1:10 PM with LPN-G who confirmed that when the PICC line was accessed for the medication administration that LPN-G did not check for blood return prior to initiating (starting) the PICC Iine. It was confirmed that this was the first time that LPN-G had given the IV antibiotic to this resident since Resident 38 was readmitted to the facility following a hospital stay. LPN-G confirmed that the infusion pump was also different than that which was usually sent to the facility and they had not used a pump like that for a while. Interview with MDS Coordinator (MDSC) on 07/27/2026 at 1:15 PM revealed that the facility got orders for iv infusions for residents so rarely that it would be best to have a review each time they received orders for an IV medication for a resident and to do the review with the LPNs. MDSC confirmed that getting blood return was important in the administration of IV meds when using a PICC line to ensure correct placement of the PICC line and to rule out any other issues that may have occurred since the last use. MDSC confirmed that usually the facility had a different type of delivery system that what was provided for Resident 38. Interview with the DON on 07/27/2026 at 1:30 PM confirmed that it was a standard of care to try to get blood return when using a PICC line. The DON also confirmed that there was no competency or skills test completed when LPN-G was hired or in the files of LPN-G.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.18(B) Based on record reviews, observations and interviews, the facility failed to use appropriate infection control practices when providing respiratory care services for 1 resident (Resident 12) of 1 sampled. The facility census was 30. Findings are:A record review of a policy titled, Respiratory Equipment Cleaning Procedure dated 11/13/24 revealed; oxygen condensers:Oxygen (O2) tubing, nasal canula/mask will be changed weekly. O2 tubing will, also, be changed when tubing (nasal prong area) is noted lying on the floor.The condenser will be wiped down with disinfectant as needed and after the resident no longer needs the condenser.Pre-filled humidifier bottle needs to be replaced weekly and as needed (dated and initialed). Refillable humidifier receptacle needs to be cleaned weekly.O2 concentrator filter-needs to be cleaned weekly. Remove and rinse with warm running water. Dry between clean towels or shake excess water off and allow to air-dry-do not replace while still wet. A record review of Resident 12's Order Summary dated 7/27/26 revealed and order:1-4 liters (L) of oxygen via nasal canula (a light, flexible plastic device with two short prongs used to deliver extra oxygen from a tank or wall source directly into the nostril) to keep oxygen saturations (sats, measuring how much oxygen is in your blood) above 88% three times a day; order date 6/8/26; start date 6/8/26. An observation on 7/22/26 at 1:12 PM in Resident 12's room revealed an O2 concentrator with a black mesh bag hanging from the machine. Inside of the black mesh bag contained O2 tubing with a 1-inch piece of tape folded on the tubing written 6/8. An observation on 7/23/26 at 2:15 PM in Resident 12's room revealed an O2 concentrator with a black mesh bag hanging from the machine. Inside of the black mesh bag contained O2 tubing with a 1-inch piece of tape folded on the tubing written 6/8. An observation on 7/27/26 at 11:15 AM in Resident 12's room revealed an O2 concentrator with a black mesh bag hanging from the machine. Inside of the black mesh bag contained O2 tubing with a 1-inch piece of tape folded on the tubing written 6/8. An interview on 7/27/26 at 1:29 PM with the Director of Nursing (DON) reveals that all residents who are using oxygen condensers and concentrators should have an order to change the filter and nasal canula and/or mask and clean the machine weekly. The DON agreed that the order was not listed on the order summary for Resident 12 and was probably the reason why the concentrator was not cleaned and why the nasal canula was not changed weekly per policy.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.18(A) Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide an influenza and pneumococcal immunization when offered. This affected 1 resident (Resident 4) of the 3 residents sampled. The facility census was 30. Findings are:A record review of a policy titled, Influenza Vaccine dated 11/13/24 revealed, all residents of our facility will be questioned on admission, in regards to if they have had the influenza vaccine for the present flu season. Each year during the months of October-March, each resident/family will be educated and offered the flu vaccine injection. Procedure, during admission assessment, each resident/family will be questioned regarding if the resident has had a current flu vaccine injection. Vaccination in the facility will be contraindicated if:They have been previously immunized this flu season.If they have ever had a serious allergic reaction to eggs.If they have ever had a serious allergic reaction to the flu vaccine.History of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (discuss with physician).Physician writes order to not give vaccine.Resident/family member refuses vaccine.Acuter febrile illness.Condition is terminal. A record review of a policy titled, Pneumococcal Vaccinations dated 11/13/24 revealed, all residents will be provided with the opportunity and encouragement to receive pneumococcal vaccinations. On admission each resident will be questioned regarding history of receiving the pneumococcal vaccine (offer year round). Each resident will be educated and offered the pneumococcal vaccine if they have never had the vaccine. The Director of Nursing (DON) will be responsible for following up with the physician's office when questions arise as to whether resident has had a vaccine in the past. Procedure, during admission assessment, each resident/family will be questioned regarding pneumococcal status. Vaccination is contraindicated for those resident who:Have been previously immunized after age [AGE].If it has been less than 5 years since previous vaccine.If resident has a reported allergy to the vaccine.Physician orders to not give the vaccine.The resident or family member refuses.Febrile illness.Condition is terminal. A record review of a Clinical Census sheet dated 7/28/26 for Resident 4 revealed an admission date of 10/29/25. A record review of a form titled, Acknowledgement of Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) and Vaccination Consent for Resident 4 signed on 2/25/26. The form revealed Resident 4 check marked they received a copy of the most up to date VIS and education for the influenza vaccine. The form further revealed Resident 4 would like to have the influenza vaccine given. The vaccine will be administered in the influenza season. The form also revealed Resident 4 has received a copy of the most up to date VIS and education for the Pneumococcal vaccine. The form further revealed Resident 4 would like to have the pneumococcal vaccine given. A record review for the influenza and pneumococcal vaccines provided to Resident 4 revealed no evidence of either vaccine being provided. An interview with the Infection Preventionist (IP) on 7/28/26 at 10:15 AM confirmed Resident 4 had not received their vaccinations and the IP was unsure why this had not occurred.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.18(B) Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the low temperature (temp) dish machine reached the minimum required temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit (F) during the wash cycle to prevent foodborne illness. This had the potential to affect all of the residents in the facility. The facility census was 30. Findings are: A record review of the facility's Dishwasher Temperature Policy with a reviewed date of 03/2020 revealed for a low temp dishwasher (chemical sanitization), the wash temperature shall be 120 degrees F. The sanitizing solution shall be 50 parts per million (PPM) of chlorine on dish surfaces in the final rinse. Chemical solutions shall be maintained at the correct concentration, based on periodic testing, at least once per shift. Results shall be recorded. A record review of the facility's Dietary Sanitation Policy Statement with a reviewed date of 05/2021 revealed for a low temp dishwasher (chemical sanitization), the wash temperature shall be 120 degrees F. The final rinse should be 50 PPM hypochlorite (chlorine) for at least 10 seconds. A record review of the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) Operational Requirements as manufactured by American Dish Service sticker on the facility's low temp dish machine dated 12/2001 revealed for the model of low temp dish machine the facility had, a wash temp of 120 degrees F minimum and 50 PPM available chlorine rinse was required. A record review of the facility's Dish Machine Washing And Rinsing Temp Log, Sanitizer Log, De-Lime Log dated February and March 2025 revealed all the recorded wash temperatures were 65 degrees F, and all the recorded rinse temperatures were 125 degrees F. A record review of the facility's Chemical Sanitizer Dish Machine Log dated February and March 2025 revealed all the recorded sanitizer concentration levels that were recorded was 200 PPM and it was only recorded once per day. A record review of the facility's Schedule Dietary - Cooks dated March 2025 revealed there where 2 shifts in the kitchen. An observation on 03/18/2025 at 9:25 AM revealed the facility's Cook-M prepared lunch and ran dishes through the facility's low temp dish machine. The temp during the wash cycle only reached 90 degrees F and the final rinse temp reached 122 degrees F. Cook-M did not observe the dish machine thermometer as the cycles ran and did not test the sanitizer level of the machine rinse cycle. An observation on 03/18/2025 at 11:55 AM revealed Cook-M ran dishes through the facility's low temp dish machine and the maximum temperature achieved was 106 degrees F and the final rinse temperature reached 125 degrees F. Cook-M did not observe the dish machine thermometer as the cycles ran and did not test the sanitizer level of the machine rinse cycle. In an interview on 03/18/2025 at 12:18 PM, the Dietary Manager (DM) confirmed it was a low temp dish machine, and the DM was told by the machine and chemical company's representative that the wash temp should be 60 degrees F and the rinse temp should be 140 degrees F. The DM confirmed the dish machine temps and chlorine levels was only tested on ce per day. In an interview on 03/19/2025 at 10:09 AM, the DM confirmed the low temp dish machine was not reaching a wash temperature of 120 degrees F on the first couple of loads that were ran through. The wash temp should have been at least 120 degrees F. The DM confirmed the chlorine levels were only tested on ce per day and they should have been testing it every shift.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.04(B)(i)(6) Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure dementia care training was completed prior to nursing staff taking care of residents with a diagnosis of dementia. The facility census was 30. Findings are: A record review of the facility's Human Resources (HR)-Training policy dated 09/2024 revealed each employee should have received an initial orientation that included Alzheimer's care (brain disorder that causes a gradual decline in memory) and dementia (decline in mental ability) care. A record review of the facility's Employee Listing dated 03/14/2025 revealed: Nursing Assistant (NA)-I started 12/23/2024 NA-J started 09/30/2024 NA-K started 10/03/2024 NA-L started 03/04/2025 Medication Aide (MA)-H started 03/04/2025 A record review of personnel and HR files for NA-I, NA-J, NA-K, NA-L, and MA-H did not reveal dementia care training had been completed. A record review of the facility's Training Hours dated 03/18/2025 for NA-I, NA-J, NA-K, NA-L, and MA-H did not reveal dementia care training had been completed. A record review of the facility's Daily Shift Assignments sheets dated 02/17/2025 - 03/17/2025 revealed: NA-I worked on own 02/21/2025, 02/28/2025, 02/29/2025, 03/12/2025, 03/13/2025, 03/15/2025, and 03/142025 NA-L worked on own 03/16/2025 and 03/17/2025 MA-H hasn't worked on own NA-K worked 02/18/2025, 02/24/2025, 03/01/2025, 03/02/2025, 03/04/2025, and 03/07/2025 NA-J worked on own 02/17/2025, 02/18/2025, 02/19/2025, 02/22/2025, 02/23/2025, 02/24/2025, 02/26/2025, 02/27/2025, 03/03/2025, 03/04/2025, 03/06/2025, 03/08/2025, 03/09/2025, 03/10/2025, 03/12/2025, and 03/17/2025 A record review of the facility's undated, un-named list of residents with a dementia related diagnosis was 6 residents. In an interview on 03/18/2025 at 1:47 PM, the Business Office Manager (BOM) confirmed the facility had not been completing any kind of dementia care training on hire and before taking care of dementia care residents. The BOM confirmed that NA-I, NA-J, NA-K, NA-L had not had dementia care training and had taken care of resident with a dementia related diagnosis alone and should not have.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.18(B) Based on observation, record review and interviews, the facility failed to complete a clean dressing change for Resident 2, wear gloves during blood glucose testing for Resident 5, ensure nebulizer kits were cleaned after treatments for Residents 13 and 27, ensure Resident 27's oxygen concentrator filter was clean, and failed to ensure Resident 27's wheelchair oxygen nasal cannula was stored to prevent cross contamination. The facility census was 30 at the time of survey. Findings are: A. Review of Resident 2's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS - a comprehensive assessment of each resident's functional capabilities used to develop a resident's plan of care) dated 1/18/2025 revealed the following: -admission to the facility on [DATE] -diagnosis of sepsis -Stage 4 pressure ulcer (full thickness tissue loss) that was present on admission Record review of Resident 2's Comprehensive Care Plan (CCP - written instructions needed to provide effective and person centered care of the resident that meet professional standards of quality care) revealed the following: -wound management focus dated 9/28/2024 -intervention dated 9/28/2024 wound care per treatment order Resident 2's physician order dated 2/20/25 revealed: -Wet to moist gauze packing to coccyx wound-change daily and cover with ABD (a highly absorbent dressing) and hold with undergarment. An observation on 3/19/25 at 1:53 PM of the Infection Preventionist (IP) completing wound care for Resident 2 revealed the following: the IP was wearing gloves and removed the wet brief, and then the saturated dressing. No hand hygiene was then performed, the IP did not change gloves. The wound was then cleansed, and a clean dressing was packed into wound per order. The area was covered with a clean dry dressing. The IP then applied the wet brief over the clean dressing. During an interview on 3/19/25 at 1:55 PM, the IP confirmed that hand hygiene and changing of the dirty gloves should have been performed after removing the soiled dressing and that the wet brief was placed over the resident's clean dressing and should not have been reapplied to the resident. Review of facility policy titled Hand Hygiene dated September 2024 revealed that all staff will perform proper hand hygiene procedure to prevent the spread of infection to other staff, residents and visitors. Staff will perform hand hygiene when indicated, using proper technique consistent with accepted standards of practice. Review of facility policy titled Clean Dressing Change dated 2/2020 revealed that after removing the existing dressing, remove gloves, wash hands and put on clean gloves. Review of facility policy titled Wound Treatment Management dated 2/2020 revealed that dressings will be applied in accordance with standards of practice. During an interview on 03/20/25 at 8:26 AM, RN - A, the corporate nurse confirmed that no one is supposed to put a dirty or a wet brief over a clean dressing, it was further confirmed that it is not standard practice to put a wet brief over a clean dressing. B. Review of Resident 5's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed the following: -Admission to the facility on [DATE] -diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus -Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS - a test used to get a quick snapshot of a resident's cognitive function, scored from 0-15, the higher the score, the higher the cognitive function) score of 15, which indicated the resident is cognitively intact. Review of Resident 5's CCP dated 12/12/2024 revealed the following: -focus the resident has Diabetes Mellitus -goal the resident will be free from hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia -interventions included diabetes medication as ordered An observation on 03/18/25 at 7:37 AM revealed the IP in Resident 5's room, sitting on the resident's bed and not wearing gloves while completing an accucheck to measure the amount of glucose in the blood. The IP did not perform hand hygiene. During an interview on 3/18/25 at 7:38 AM, the IP confirmed that (gender) forgot to put on gloves during the accucheck and should have. Record review of the facility policy dated September 2024 and titled Personal Protective Equipment Policy revealed staff should wear gloves when in direct contact with blood, bodily fluids, mucous membranes, non-intact skin or potentially contaminated surfaces or equipment is anticipated. Record review of facility policy titled Hand Hygiene dated September 2024 revealed that all staff will perform proper hand hygiene procedure to prevent the spread of infection to other staff, residents and visitors. Staff will perform hand hygiene when indicated, using proper technique consistent with accepted standards of practice. C. Record review of Resident 13's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed: -the resident was admitted to facility on 11/21/23 -BIMS score of 15 which indicated the resident is cognitively intact -behaviors were not exhibited and the resident did not reject cares. -diagnosis of Respiratory Failure Record review of Resident 13's CCP revealed the following: -goal dated 1/5/25 the resident will have no signs of poor oxygen absorption -intervention dated 1/5/25 medications as ordered by physician Observation on 03/17/25 at 03:27 PM of Resident 13's undated nebulizer face mask was face down on the counter with residual noted in the chamber and facial oils were noted on the mask. During an interview on 3/17/25 at 3:29 PM Resident 13 confirmed that that (gender) used the nebulizer treatment that morning. Observation on 03/18/25 at 2:25 PM of Resident 13's undated nebulizer face mask was face down on the counter with residual noted in the chamber and facial oils were noted on the mask. During an interview on 3/18/25 at 2:26 PM, Resident 13 confirmed that (gender) used the nebulizer treatment that morning. Observation on 03/19/25 at 7:55 AM of Resident 13's undated nebulizer face mask laying face down on the counter with residual noted in the chamber and facial oils noted on the mask. During an interview on 3/19/25 at 8:26 AM, the IP confirmed that Resident 13's nebulizer treatment was completed earlier that morning. During an interview on 03/19/25 at 9:59 AM Medication Aide (MA)- C revealed that after they clean the nebulizer treatment kit they are supposed to take it apart and let it air dry and then cover it with a clean cloth. This one was not cleaned out after it was used. It was further confirmed that this nebulizer treatment kit had not been cleaned for a while. Review of facility policy titled Nebulizer Therapy dated 1/20/2024 revealed that nebulizers kits are to be cleaned after each use and parts are to be disassembled after each treatment. Rinse the nebulizer cup and mouthpiece with tap water and air dry on an absorbent towel. Change nebulizer tubing every 72 hours. During an interview on 03/20/25 at 8:26 AM Registered Nurse (RN) - A corporate nurse confirmed that nebulizer treatment kits are supposed to be cleaned, rinsed out, taken apart and set out to dry after each use. 45641 D. A record review of the facility's Nebulizer Therapy policy with a reviewed date of 01/2023 revealed the staff was to disassemble and rinse the nebulizer with tap water and allow it to air dry after the treatment. The nebulizer kit was to be cleaned after each use, disassembled, rinsed, and allowed to air dry. A record review of the facility's Oxygen Storage policy dated 02/2024 did not reveal cleaning or storage instructions. A record review of Resident 27's Clinical Census dated 03/19/2025 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. A record review of Resident 27's Medical Diagnosis dated 03/19/2025 revealed the resident had diagnoses of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Dependence on Supplemental Oxygen, Heart Failure, and Tobacco Use. A record review of Resident 27's Minimum Data Set (MDS)(a comprehensive assessment used to develop a resident's care plan) dated 03/02/2025 revealed the resident had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS)(a score of a residents cognitive abilities) of 15 which indicated the resident was cognitively aware. The resident required setup or clean up assistance with eating, oral hygiene (cleaning), and upper body dressing. The resident required supervision or touching assistance with bathing, toileting, lower body dressing, personal hygiene (cleaning), and footwear. The MDS revealed that the resident was on oxygen therapy. A record review of Resident 27's Care Plan with an admitted [DATE] revealed interventions of administer nebulizer treatments per order and administer oxygen as prescribed or per standing order. A record review of Resident 27's Order Summary dated 03/19/2025 revealed the resident had an order for oxygen up to 5 liter per minute (l/m), DuoNeb (nebulizer medication) nebulizer treatments every 4 hours as needed, and wipe down the concentrator (a machine that purifies oxygen) and clean the filter weekly on Mondays. A record review of Resident 27's Medication Administration Record and Treatment Administration Record (MAR & TAR) dated February 2025 revealed the resident was administered nebulizer treatments 02/06/2025, 02/07/2025, 02/08/2025, 02/11/2025, 02/14/2025, 02/15/2025, 02/17/2025, 02/18/2025, and 02/24/2025. The order to wipe down the concentrator and clean filter on Mondays was marked as done every Monday. A record review of Resident 27's MAR & TAR dated March 2025 did not reveal the DuoNeb nebulizer treatments had been given. The MAR & TAR revealed the order to wipe down the concentrator and clean filter on Mondays was marked as done every Monday and the last date it was completed was 03/17/2025. An observation on 03/17/2025 at 11:33 AM revealed Resident 27's oxygen nasal cannula (a tube that is placed in the nose to deliver oxygen) that was connected to the oxygen tank on the wheelchair was draped over the side of the wheelchair with the part that goes into the nose touching the seat of the wheelchair. The nebulizer kit was placed on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual (small, leftover) amount of medication in it, and the mask had facial oils and debris on it. The back of the oxygen concentrator had a coating of a gray fuzzy substance on the vents and the filter. An observation on 03/18/2025 at 9:01 AM revealed Resident 27's oxygen nasal cannula that was connected to the oxygen tank on the wheelchair was partially in a black mesh bag hanging on the back of the wheelchair with the part that goes in the nose hanging out of the bag. The nebulizer kit was placed on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual amount of medication in it, and the mask had facial oils and debris on it. The back of the oxygen concentrator had a coating of a gray fuzzy substance on the vents and the filter. An observation on 03/18/2025 at 3:25 PM revealed Resident 27's oxygen nasal cannula that was connected to the oxygen tank on the wheelchair was hanging on the back of the wheelchair. The nebulizer kit was placed on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual amount of medication in it, and the mask had facial oils and debris on it. The back of the oxygen concentrator had a coating of a gray fuzzy substance on the vents and the filter. An observation on 03/19/2025 at 6:56 AM revealed Resident 27's oxygen nasal cannula that was connected to the oxygen tank on the wheelchair was in the wheelchair with the part that goes in the nose touching the seat of the wheelchair. The nebulizer kit was placed on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual amount of medication in it, and the mask had facial oils and debris on it. The back of the oxygen concentrator had a coating of a gray fuzzy substance on the vents and the filter. An observation on 03/19/2025 at 8:14 AM revealed MA-C entered Resident 27's room to give the resident a nebulizer treatment. An observation with MA-C prior to the resident getting a nebulizer treatment revealed the nebulizer kit was on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual amount of medication in it and the mask had facial oils and debris on it. MA-C proceeded to give Resident 27 the nebulizer treatment without cleaning the kit. An observation on 03/19/2025 at 9:39 AM with the Administrator revealed Resident 27's nasal cannula that was connected to the wheelchair oxygen tank and was laying on a brown stained reusable incontinence (lack of bowel/bladder control) under pad that was in the seat of the wheelchair and the part that goes in the nose was touching the dirty under pad. The nebulizer kit was placed on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual amount of medication in it and facial oils and debris on the mask and it was covered with a towel. The back of the oxygen concentrator had a coating of a gray fuzzy substance on the vent and filter. In an interview on 03/17/2025 at 11:33 AM, Resident 27 confirmed that the resident did take nebulizer treatments due to the resident was congested and was getting over Pneumonia. In an interview on 03/19/2025 at 8:14 AM, MA-C confirmed the nebulizer kit was on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual amount of medication in it and the mask had facial oils and debris on it. MA-C confirmed the nebulizer kit should have been cleaned after each treatment and had not been. In an interview on 03/19/2025 at 9:57 AM, MA-C confirmed that MA-C gave Resident 27 a DuoNeb treatment at 8:14 AM but had not marked it off as done on the TAR. In an interview on 03/19/2025 at 9:39 AM, the Administrator confirmed Resident 27's nasal cannula that was connected to the wheelchair oxygen tank was laying on a brown stained reusable incontinence under pad that was in the seat of the wheelchair and the part that goes in the nose was touching the dirty under pad. The Administrator confirmed the nasal cannula should have been in the black mesh bag on the back of the wheelchair and not touching the under pad in the wheelchair seat. The nebulizer kit was placed on top of the nebulizer machine with a residual amount of medication in it and facial oils and debris on the mask and it was covered with a towel, and the nebulizer kit should have been cleaned after the nebulizer treatment. The back of the oxygen concentrator had a coating of a gray fuzzy substance on the vent and filter, and it should have been clean.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.05 Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide a written notice of transfer to the resident/resident representative upon a transfer to a hospital for 1 resident (Resident 13) of 2 sampled residents for hospitalization. The facility census was 30. Findings are: In an interview on 03/17/25 at 3:24 PM Resident 13 stated that (gender) had to go to the hospital a while ago but didn't remember why (gender) went. Record review of Resident 13's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS - a comprehensive assessment of each resident's functional capabilities used to develop a resident's plan of care) dated 1/2/25 revealed that the resident was admitted to facility on 11/21/23, and had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS - a test used to get a quick snapshot of a resident's cognitive function, scored from 0-15, the higher the score, the higher the cognitive function) score of 15 which indicated the resident is cognitively intact, and that behaviors were not exhibited and the resident did not reject cares. Record review of Resident 13's Discharge MDS was dated 1/4/2025. Record review of Resident 13's Entry MDS was dated 1/5/2025. Record review of Resident 13's progress notes dated 1/1/2025-1/31/2025 revealed no notice of transfer documented. In an interview on 03/18/25 at 1:09 PM the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that there was not a written notification of discharge completed when Resident 13 went out to the hospital. Review of the facility policy dated Sept, 2022, titled Transfer and Discharge revealed the facility's transfer/discharge notice will be provided to the resident and the resident's representative in a language and a manner in which they can understand. The notice will include all of the following at the time it is provided: a. the specific reason and the basis for the transfer of discharge b. the effective date of transfer or discharge c. the specific location to which the resident is to be transferred or discharged d. an explanation of the right to appeal the transfer or discharge In an interview on 03/18/25 at 2:25 PM Registered Nurse (RN) - A, corporate nurse confirmed there was no written notification of transfer completed when Resident 13 was transferred to the hospital and there should have been.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09B Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a comprehensive assessment of each resident's functional capabilities used to develop a resident's plan of care) reflected insulin injections for 1 (Resident 5) of 4 sampled residents. The facility census was 30. Findings are: Review of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual Version 3.0, dated October 2024, revealed the following: -Enter the number of days that injections of any type were received in the last 7 days Review of Resident 5's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS - a comprehensive assessment of each resident's functional capabilities used to develop a resident's plan of care) dated 2/13/2025 revealed the following: -Admission to the facility on [DATE] -diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus -Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS - a test used to get a quick snapshot of a resident's cognitive function, scored from 0-15, the higher the score, the higher the cognitive function) score of 15, which indicated the resident is cognitively intact. -injections were not marked Review of Resident 5's Comprehensive Care Plan (CCP - written instructions needed to provide effective and person centered care of the resident that meet professional standards of quality care) dated 12/12/2024 revealed the following: -focus the resident has Diabetes Mellitus -goal the resident will be free from hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia -interventions included diabetes medication as ordered Review of Medication Administration Record dated from 2/7/25-2/13/25 revealed that Resident 5 received insulin injections 7 times. During an interview on 03/18/25 at 1:51 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that injections were marked zero on the most current Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] and should have been marked as 7 times given. During an interview on 03/20/25 at 8:52 AM, the DON confirmed that they use the RAI manual to ensure MDS accuracy.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09(H)(iv)(5) Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to assess a resident's skin condition and provide treatment for impaired skin conditions for 1 (Resident 6) of 4 sampled residents for skin conditions. The facility census was 30. Findings are: An observation on 3/17/25 at 2:38 PM of Resident 6 revealed multiple open areas and scabs to the resident's arms and legs. Areas were small and did not have any signs of infection. During an interview on 03/17/25 at 2:39 PM Resident 6 reveled that both of (gender) legs and arms were itchy and stated (gender) scratched the areas. Record review of Resident 6's weekly skin assessments dated from 2/27/2025-3/13/2025, revealed no open areas, scratches or scabbed areas. Record review of Resident 6's progress notes dated from 2/1/2/-3/19/25 did not reveal any documentation regarding the resident's skin condition. Record review of Resident 6's undated Admission Record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Record review of Resident 6's Comprehensive Care Plan (CCP - written instructions needed to provide effective and person centered care of the resident that meet professional standards of quality care) revealed the following: -on 1/24/24 the resident's daughter reported that the resident picks at skin. -focus and goal dated 12/1/21 the resident is at low risk for skin breakdown and the resident will not develop any skin impairments -intervention dated 8/7/2023 weekly skin assessments to be completed During an interview on 03/19/25 at 3:29 PM, the Infection Preventionist (IP) confirmed that Resident 6 has multiple open areas and scabbed areas to arms and legs and it was not mentioned on the skin assessments. During an interview on 03/20/25 at 7:55 AM Nursing Assistant (NA) - B confirmed that Resident 6 picks at (gender) arms and legs and everywhere but NA - B didn't know of anything that was being done for the areas. During an interview on 03/20/25 at 8:43 AM Medication Aide (MA) - C confirmed that Resident 6 takes a bath 2 times a week and staff sometimes puts lotion on her arms and legs. It was further confirmed that MA - C had seen the scabs and open areas and had told a nurse. During an interview on 03/20/25 at 9:24 AM the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that Resident 6's skin assessments did not mention any open areas or scabs, and that no treatments were being done and that there should have been. The DON further confirmed there was no documentation that Resident 6's provider had been notified, and that the provider should have been notified. It was further confirmed that Resident 6 does have ongoing skin issues and that the open areas and scabs are in various stages of healing. Review of facility policy titled Clinical Management dated 8/26/21 revealed weekly skin checks are to be completed on every resident within the facility every week.

Licensure Reference 175 NAC 12-006.05(5) Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to provide written notice of transfer to the resident or resident representative upon transfer to the hospital for 3 (Residents 11, 2, and 25) of 3 sampled residents. The facility census was 27. Findings are: A review of the facility policy Transfer and Discharge (including AMA) dated September 2022 revealed: 4. The facility's transfer/discharge notice will be provided to the resident and the resident's representative in a language and manner in which they can understand. The notice will include all of the following at the time it is provided: a. The specific reason and basis for transfer or discharge. b. The effective date of transfer or discharge. c. The specific location (such as the name of the new provider or description and/or address if the location is a residence) to which the resident is to be transferred or discharged . d. An explanation of the right to appeal the transfer or discharge to the State. e. The name, address, (mailing and email) and telephone number of the State entity which receives such appeal hearing requests. f. Information on how to obtain an appeal form. g. Information on obtaining assistance in completing and submitting the appeal hearing request. h. The name, address (mailing and email), and phone number of the representative of the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. i. For nursing facility residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (or related disabilities) or with mental illnesses (or related disabilities), the notice will include the name, mailing and e-mail addresses and phone number of the state agency responsible for the protection and advocacy of these populations, and 12. Emergency Transfers/Discharges-initiated by the facility for medical reasons to an acute care setting such as a hospital, for the immediate safety and welfare of a resident (nursing responsibilities unless otherwise specified). g. Provide a notice of transfer and the facility's bed hold policy to the resident and representative as indicated. h. The Social Services Director, or designee, will provide copies of notices for emergency transfers to the Ombudsman, but they may be sent when practicable, such as in a list of residents on a monthly basis, as long as the list meets all requirements for content of such notices. A review of an untitled and undated form describing the resident's rights to appeal revealed: For any out of facility transfer or discharge, a resident/representative has the right to file an appeal. If a resident feels their rights under the nursing home regulations have been violated, they have the right to voice grievances to the nursing home personnel or any other individual without fear of retaliation including discrimination or reprisal. As the resident/resident representative, if you feel your rights have been violated, please see the facility administration for further guidance on how to file an appeal. You may also contact your Local or State Ombudsman Office to file a grievance. The form included definitions for Facility-initiated transfer or discharge, Resident-initiated transfer or discharge, and Transfer and Discharge. The form also included the following information: State Ombudsman Office Located in: Nebraska State Capitol Address 1445 K St, [NAME] Ne 68508 Phone: (402) [PHONE NUMBER]. A. A review of Resident 11's Admission Record revealed, that Resident 11 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of cerebral infarction (stroke, or tissue death in the brain due to loss of blood flow), hemiplegia (paralysis) and hemiparesis (weakness) affecting the right side, and Alzheimer's disease. A review of Resident 11's Progress Notes (PN) revealed, a PN dated 12/23/2023 at 9:16 PM that stated the resident was transferred to the emergency room (ER) at 6:49 PM that evening for blood in their stool. A review of Resident 11's Electronic Health Record (EHR) revealed, no documentation that a written notice of transfer was provided to the resident or their representative when Resident 11 was transferred to the ER. In an interview conducted on 02/28/2024 at 2:40 PM, the Director of Clinical Operations (DCO) revealed, that the company procedure for written notices of transfer is to give a copy of the Transfer/Discharge Report, the untitled and undated form describing the resident's rights to appeal, and a copy of the facility's Bed Hold Policy to the resident/resident representative on transfer. In an interview conducted on 02/28/2024 at 3:48 PM, the Social Services Designee (SSD) revealed, that they had not been contacting residents or resident representatives after transfers regarding written notices of transfer. In an interview conducted on 02/29/2024 at 11:08 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) A confirmed, that they had not been providing the untitled and undated form describing the resident's rights to appeal to the resident/resident representative when a resident was transferred. RN A further confirmed that this form was not one they had seen before. 49383 B. A record review of Resident 2's Progress Note dated 7/20/2023 revealed, the Resident was transferred to the hospital and admitted with bilateral femur fractures (fracture of the upper leg bone). A review of Resident 2's EHR revealed, no documentation that a written notice of transfer was provided to the Resident or their representative when Resident 2 was transferred to the hospital. A record review of Resident 2's Progress Note dated 9/24/2023 revealed, the Resident transferred to the hospital for an infection. A review of Resident 2's EHR revealed, no documentation that a written notice of transfer was provided to the Resident or their representative when Resident 2 was transferred to the hospital. C. A record review of Resident 25's Progress Note dated 9/17/2023 revealed, the Resident transferred to the hospital and admitted with pneumonia (an infection of the lungs where the air sacs fill with fluid or pus). A review of Resident 25's EHR revealed, no documentation that a written notice of transfer was provided to the Resident or their representative when Resident 25 was transferred to the hospital. A record review of Resident 25's Progress Note dated 12/20/2023 revealed, the Resident transferred to the hospital and was admitted with atrial fibrillation (irregular heart rate), fluid overload (too much fluid in the body, and pneumonia. A review of Resident 25's EHR revealed, no documentation that a written notice of transfer was provided to the Resident or their representative when Resident 25 was transferred to the hospital. An interview on 2/28/2024 at 11:10 AM with Registered Nurse (RN-A) regarding the notice of transfer revealed, [gender] sent the resident's Face Sheet, physician orders, a transfer discharge report which has vital signs, power of attorney notification, what assist is needed for the resident, and a copy of the medication and treatment administration record. RN-A was unable to produce a notice of transfer for Resident 2 or Resident 25. An interview on 2/28/2024 at 2:05 PM with the Social Services Director (SSD) revealed, [gender] was unable to locate a transfer form for Resident 2 or Resident 25.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006 11E Based on record review, observation, and interview; the facility failed to ensure that hair restraints fully covered all hair during food preparation to prevent potential food contamination. This had the potential to affect all residents. The facility census was 27. Findings are: A record review of the facility policy Dietary Employee Personal Hygiene dated 2019 under Policy Explanation and Compliance Guidelines, #4 Hair Restraints: a. all dietary staff must wear hair restraints (e.g., hairnet, hat and/or beard restraint to prevent hair from contacting food. An observation on 2/28/2024 at 10:30 AM revealed, the Dietary Aide (DA) entered the kitchen with a hair net covering the head area but had no beard net on. The DA did have a beard. The DA proceeded to prepare protein shakes and poured drinks for the lunch meal. Further observation revealed the DA walked throughout the kitchen during this time. An interview with the Regional Dietician (RD) on 2/28/2024 at 2:10 PM confirmed, that employees with beards should have a beard covering and that DA did not have a beard covering and should have.

Licensure Reference 175 NAC 12-006.09C3a Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure a discharge summary was completed for 1 (Resident 26) of 1 sampled residents. The facility census was 27. Findings are: A review of the Admission Record for Resident 26 revealed, the Resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a primary diagnosis of acute posthemorrhagic anemia (a condition that develops when a large amount of blood is lost quickly). A review of the Progress Notes for Resident 26 revealed, the Resident went home with their spouse on 01/11/2024. A review of the Electronic Health Record for Resident 26 revealed, no Discharge Summary. During an interview on 02/28/2024 at 3:25 PM the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed, that no Discharge Summary was completed for Resident 26.

Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.0402a Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure the dietary manager had the required credentials to meet the regulatory guidelines for the position. This had the potential to affect food service provided to 27 residents who are served food from the kitchen. The facility identified a census of 27. Findings are: Record review of personnel files revealed that the Dietary Manager (DM) (M) did not have a certificate for the dietary manager position. Interview with DM (M) on 3/27/23 at 3:12 PM revealed that DM [M]'s employment began in September as Kitchen lead and then training for the Dietary Manager Position began at the end of October 2022. The DM is currently enrolled in classes for certification, but the class has not started, and the DM confirmed that (gender) is not a Certified Dietary Manager. Interview with Corporate Dietician on 3/28/23 at 3:30 PM confirmed that the DM does not have the required credentials and is listed as the Dietary Manager for the facility.

Licensure reference number ,d+[DATE].11-C and 12007.01A Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to wear hair/beard coverings as indicated; the facility failed to remove expired food from refrigerator/storage shelves; the facility failed to thaw meat as per the food code; the facility failed to prep vegetables in a clean/sanitized sink; and the facility failed to serve fully cooded unpasteurized eggs. This had the ability to affect 27 out of 27 residents served food from the facility kitchen. The facility identified a facility census of 27. Findings are: A. An observation of Dietary Cook (DC) N at 10:05 am, on [DATE] revealed that DC (N) had no hair restraint or beard covering. DC (N) was noted to have very short hair on (gender) head and a goatee. Record Review of the Facility Dress code letter E, effective [DATE], stated that, Appropriate head covering will be worn by all food service team members. Interview with the Dietary Manager (DM) (M) on [DATE] at 08:35 am confirmed that DC (N) did not have a hair restraint or a beard cover B. On [DATE] at 10:05 AM an observation of the kitchen refrigerator revealed coleslaw dated ,d+[DATE], Cottage cheese open and dated ,d+[DATE], Ham in baggie dated ,d+[DATE], and an unopened container of cottage cheese with an expiration date of ,d+[DATE]. Record review of the Facilities Date Marking for Food Safety Policy #4, dated ,d+[DATE], revealed that, The marking system shall consist of a color- coded label, the day/date of opening, and the day/date the item must be consumed or discarded. Item #5 of policy revealed that, The discard day/date may not exceed the manufacturer's use by date, or four days, whichever is earlies. The date of opening or preparation counts as day 1. Item number six of policy revealed that, The head cook, or designee, shall be responsible for checking the refrigerator daily for food items that are expiring, and shall discard accordingly. C. An observation on [DATE] at 3:28 PM in the facility kitchen revealed a partially thawed turkey thawing in the sink that was half full of water. Tap water was not running. An interview with Dietary Cook (DC) (O) on [DATE] at 3:28 PM revealed that the turkey had been in the sink when DC (O) arrived at work. An Interview with the Dietary manager (DM) (M) revealed, That shouldn't be thawing like that, it should thaw in the refrigerator for 3 days. Record Review of the Nebraska Food Service Code revealed, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the FOOD temperature at 41 degree Fahrenheit (F) or less; or (B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of 70 F or below, (2) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and (3) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of READY-TO-EAT FOOD to rise above 41 F, or (4) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal FOOD requiring cooking as specified under ,d+[DATE].11(A) or (B) to be above 41 F, for more than 4 hours including: (a) The time the FOOD is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking, or (b) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the FOOD temperature to 41 F ; (C) As part of a cooking process if the FOOD that is frozen is: (1) Cooked as specified under ,d+[DATE].11(A) or (B) or S ,d+[DATE].12, or (2) Thawed in a microwave oven and immediately transferred to conventional cooking EQUIPMENT, with no interruption in the process; or (D) Using any (2) procedure if a portion of frozen READY-TO-EAT FOOD is thawed and prepared for immediate service in response to an individual CONSUMER'S order D. An interview with DC ( C ) at 3:28 PM on [DATE] revealed broccoli and other vegetables were washed in the right side of the dishwashing sink and that DC ( C ) thought the sink was sanitized prior to prepping food. Record review of Food Preparation Guidelines and Serving Policy dated ,d+[DATE], under number 5 revealed that, Food should be protected from contamination while being stored, prepared and transported. An interview with the DM (M) on [DATE] at 3:45 PM confirmed that the sinks should be sanitized prior to performing any food preparation in them. E. An observation on [DATE] at 10:05 AM revealed a large carton of unpasteurized eggs in the kitchen refrigerator for resident use. An interview with DM (M) on [DATE] at 8:18 AM revealed Resident 27's plate had runny egg yolk residual on the plate. The eggs were 100% eaten. An interview with the Infection Control (IC) nurse on [DATE] confirmed that the eggs were served over easy for Resident 27 and that 100% was eaten. Record review of the ordering description of the eggs provided by the DM (M), confirmed that preparation and cooking instructions were to prevent illness from bacteria the egg yolks must be cooked until firm.

Based on record review, observations and interview; the facility failed to have a Legionella water management program (a water management system that is effective in limiting waterborne pathogens from growing and spreading). This had the ability to affect all residents. The facility also failed to ensue standards and transmission precautions were followed to prevent the spread of infections for one (Resident 179) of 2 sampled residents. The facility identified a census of 27. Findings are: A. Record review revealed the facility Water Management Program Policy dated September 2022 indicated it is the policy of this facility to establish water management plans for reducing the risk of legionellosis and other opportunistic pathogens. Interview on 03/29/23 at 7:50 AM with Maintenance Director(E) confirmed that the facility did not have a map identifying areas of risk for Legionella. Interview on 03/29/23 at 10:28 AM with the Director of Operations (H) confirmed they did not have a facility map identifying areas of risk for Legionella and confirmed the facility had not implemented a water program for Legionella. B. An observation on 3/29/23 from 12:45 PM to 12:48 PM revealed two staff members; Social Services (SS) (D) and Medication Aide (MA) (J), were in Resident 179's room without Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on and Resident 179 was a new admit who had arrived at the facility that morning. Record review revealed per facility policy, Resident 179 had not been tested for Covid-19 (a mild to severe respiratory illness that is caused by a coronavirus) yet. Resident 179 was not wearing a mask. An observation on 3/29/23 at 12:45 PM revealed Register Nurse (RN) (I) go into Resident 179's room to complete a Covid-19 test. RN (I) had donned gloves, gown, and a mask, but failed to donn eye protection. RN (I) completed the Covid test per protocol and was within a foot of Resident 179's face. Record review of the facility's Corona Virus Testing Policy dated 10/22 revealed the following: under resident testing new admission, the resident should wear source control (a mask) following their admission until the recommended Covid-19 testing is completed. An interview on 03/29/23 at 10:52 AM with the Infection Preventionist (IP)(G) confirmed that new resident admissions are to wear a mask and be tested for Covid -19 upon entry of building. The interview also confirmed that facility staff should wear full PPE in the new resident admission rooms at least until the resident is tested , and that the SS (D) and MA (J) did not have on proper PPE, and that RN (I) did not follow policy for Covid-19 testing

LICENSURE REFERENCE NUMBER 175 NAC 12-006.09D Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from unnecessary medications related to no documentation of non-pharmacological interventions, an increase in pain medication without supporting documentation for Resident 2 and an increase in an antidepressant medication dose for Resident 13 without supporting documentation. The sample size was 2. The facility census was 27. Findings Are: A A record review of the MDS (Minimum Data Set, a comprehensive assessment of each resident's functional capabilities) dated 2/2/23, revealed Resident 2 had a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status, a test used to get a quick snapshot of a resident's cognitive function, scored from 0-15, the higher the score, the higher the cognitive function) score of 3. An interview on 03/27/23 at 12:36 PM with Resident 2's representative revealed a recent increase in pain medication. A record review of the Order Summary for Resident 2 revealed the following order for pain control; Fentanyl Transdermal Patch (patches are used to relieve severe pain in people who are expected to need pain medication around the clock for a long time) 72 Hour 25 MCG/HR Apply 1 patch transdermally (the application of a medicine or drug through the skin, typically by using an adhesive patch, so that it is absorbed slowly into the body) at bedtime every 3 day(s) related to Pain, Unspecified and remove per schedule -Start Date 03/09/2023. The record review confirmed that the Fentanyl dose for Resident 2 had been increased from 12mcg to 25mcg on 3/9/23. A record review of Resident 2's MAR (Medication Administration Record) dated March 2023 revealed the following; Monitor pain every shift, two times a day Start date 08/05/2022 with a 0 documented every shift and day from 3/1/23 through 3/28/23. A record review of Resident 2's MAR dated February 2023 revealed the following; Monitor pain every shift, two times a day, -Start Date 08/05/2022 with a 0 documented every shift and day from 2/1/23 through 2/28/23. A record review of Resident 2's MAR dated January 2023 revealed the following; Monitor pain every shift, two times a day -Start Date 08/05/2022 with a 0 documented every shift and day from 1/1/23 through 1/31/23. A record review of the Progress Notes dated 3/26/22 through 3/28/23 for Resident 2 revealed one single entry on 3/9/23 at 02:00 PM related to Resident 2 having increased pain which read as follows; Was seen by Dr and recert was completed. And new orders were received. To increase the Fentanyl patch to 25 MCG (Micrograms) as resident has been complaining of more pain with transfers. Call placed to DPOA (Durable Power of Attorney, and (gender) is agreeable to the plan of care. A record review of the facility policy titled Pain Management dated September 2022 reads as follows; 1a. Recognize when the resident is experiencing pain and identify circumstances when the pain can be anticipated. 2e. Behaviors such as: resisting care, distressed pacing, irritability, depressed mood, or decreased participation in usual physical and/or social activities. 2a. History of pain and its treatment (including non-pharmacological, pharmacological and alternative medication treatment and whether or not each treatment has been effective; An interview on 03/29/23 at 03:11 PM with the IDON (Interim Director of Nursing), after review of the facility Pain Management policy and review of the MAR's (Medication Administration Records) dated March 2023, February 2023 and January 2023 for Resident 2, confirmed that non-pharmacological interventions were not being documented and should have been and confirmed that the documentation of the pain ratings which all read 0 did not support the need to increase the fentanyl dose for Resident 2. B. A record review of the MAR (Medication Administration Record) dated March 2023 revealed Resident 13 was taking the following medications which require some type of monitoring or follow up such as labs, GDR's (Gradual Dose Reductions) vitals, etc; Ferrous Sulfate Tablet 325 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day related to Iron Deficiency Anemia, Unspecified Isosorbide Mononitrate ER (Extended Release) Tablet 24 Hour 30 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day related to Atherosclerotic Heart Disease of Native Coronary Artery without Angina Pectoris Lasix Tablet (Furosemide) Give 60 mg by mouth one time a day related to Edema, Lisinopril-hydrochlorothiazide Tablet 20-12.5 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day related to Hypertensive Heart Disease without Heart Failure Quetiapine Fumarate Oral Tablet 25 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth at bedtime related to Psychotic Disorder with Delusions Simvastatin Tablet 40 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth at bedtime related to Hyperlipidemia Vitamin D3 Tablet 25 MCG (1000 UT) (Cholecalciferol) Give 2 tablet by mouth one time a day for vitamin supplement Zoloft Tablet 50 MG (Sertraline HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day related to Depression, Unspecified Colestid Tablet 1 GM (Colestipol HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day for loose stools. Pantoprazole Sodium Tablet Delayed Release 40 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day related to Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease without Esophagitis Potassium Chloride ER Capsule Extended Release 10 MEQ Give 1 capsule by mouth two times a day related to Hypokalemia The record review of the medications ordered revealed Resident 13 was taking 3 medications which affected the blood pressure, 2 medications for mood and behaviors and 2 medications which affect the GI system. A record review of the MAR dated March 2023 revealed Resident 13 had pain ratings of 0 for every entry from 3/1/23 through 3/27/23. .A record review of the MAR dated February 2023 revealed Resident 13 had pain ratings of 0 for every entry from 2/1/23 through 2/28/23. .A record review of the MAR dated January 2023 revealed Resident 13 had pain ratings of 0 for every entry from 1/1/23 through 1/31/23. A record review of the MAR dated March 2023 revealed Resident 13 had behavior documentation with target behaviors listed and staff to document a + if the behavior occurred and a - if the behavior did not occur. The record review of the March 2023 MAR indicated Resident 13 had not displayed any target behaviors from 3/1/23 through 3/27/23. The record review of the February 2023 MAR indicated Resident 13 had not displayed any target behaviors from 2/1/23 through 2/28/23. The record review of the January 2023 MAR indicated Resident 13 had not displayed any target behaviors from 1/1/23 through 1/31/23. A record review of the Progress Notes dated 12/28/22 through 1/6/23 revealed that Resident 13's spouse had passed away, but that Resident 13's mood, behavior and affect were all positive and no depression or negative behaviors had been displayed. The record review revealed the following entry surrounding the increase in the Zoloft dosing; Was seen by the doctor and skin was examined by the doctor and the doctor states that (gender) did not find any areas of concern. Did encourage Resident 13 to use a good face moisturizer. Spoke with Resident 13 about the families concerns about (gender) not feeling good and not eating good. The doctor reviewed the meds and stated it shouldn't be an ulcer due to the fact that Resident 13 takes 2 Protonix daily. Orders were received to increase the Zoloft to 50 MG daily. Call placed to Resident 13's DPOA (Durable Power of Attorney) and (gender) is agreeable to the new orders.