Andrus on Hudson

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Andrus on Hudson, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF880Jul 2, 2025

  Based on observation, record review and interview conducted during the recertification survey from 6/25/25 to 7/2/25, the facility did not ensure infection control prevention practices were maintained to prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infection for all residents. Specifically, the annual water sampling report for the year 2025 was missing and not provided at time of survey. The findings are: The facility Legionella log revealed that the water sampling lab report for Legionella detection for the potable water system was last conducted 4/4/2024 and a current report was missing and not provided a time of survey. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF677Jul 2, 2025

  Based on observation, record review and interviews during the recertification survey conducted from 6/25/25 to 7/2/25, the facility did not ensure each resident who was unable to carry out activities of daily living received the necessary care and services for 1 of 3 residents (Resident #163) reviewed for Activities of Daily Living. Specifically, Resident #163 required substantial/maximal assistance with showers/bathing and supervision with personal hygiene; they were observed during multiple observations with fingernails that were long and dirty. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF692Jul 2, 2025

  Based on observation, record review and interviews during the recertification survey conducted from 6/25/25 to 7/2/25, the facility did not ensure that 1 of 4 residents (Resident #78) reviewed for Nutrition was monitored for nutritional status. Specifically, for Resident #78, a weight was struck out on 6/9/25, a re-weight which was requested on June 16, 2025, was not documented until June 20, 2025, the facility did not assure the resident was assessed and evaluated for poor oral intake in May and June 2025, and new interventions related to nutritional status were not implemented after weight loss was documented on June 20, 2025. The findings are: Resident #78 was admitted to the facility with diagnoses of non-Alzheimer's dementia, paraplegia, and depression. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF730Jul 2, 2025

  Based on interview and record review during the recertification survey from 06/25/25 through 07/02/25, the facility did not ensure Certified Nurse Aide performance reviews were completed at least once every 12 months. Specifically, five of five Certified Nurse Aides (#1, #2, #3, #4, #5) did not have a performance review documented at least once every 12 months. The findings include: Policy and Procedure Titled Certified Nurse Assistants Performance Reviews dated 7/2/2025 documented All Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) shall be formally evaluated for performance at least every 12 months. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF804Jul 2, 2025

  Based on observation and interview conducted during the recertification and abbreviated (NY00378520) surveys from 6/25/25 to 7/2/25, the facility did not ensure residents were provided food and drink that was palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Specifically, when a test tray was sampled the tuna salad was not cold to taste, and yogurt was held at 58 degrees Fahrenheit in the kitchen during an observation of the lunch meal service. Findings include: The facility policy, Food Preparation, approved 3/14/05 documented prepared cold foods held on ice or in refrigerators will be kept cold (40 degrees Fahrenheit or below), temperatures will be recorded. […]