Arkansas State Veterans Home at North Little Rock

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Arkansas State Veterans Home at North Little Rock, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Feb 23, 2024

  49596 49866 Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure foods stored in the freezer, refrigerator and dry storage area were covered, sealed and dated to minimize contamination for food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen; expired dairy products and food items were promptly removed / discarded on or before the expiration or use by date to prevent the growth of bacteria; dietary staff washed their hands between dirty and clean tasks and before handling clean equipment or contamination; meals from 8 of 8 kitchens; Hot food items were maintained at above 135 degrees Fahrenheit on the counter while awaiting service to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meals from the kitchen in Heroes Home #1,… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Dec 9, 2021

  Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the refrigerator temperature was maintained at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit; foods stored in the refrigerator, freezer and storage areas were covered or sealed; expired food items were promptly removed / discarded; the sides of the wooden counter frame was free of chipped areas that prevented thorough cleaning; doors to the cabinets were in place; dietary staff washed their hands before handling clean equipment or food items; and hot foods were maintained at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit on the steam table while awaiting service, to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meals from 8 of 8 kitchens. The findings are: 1. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF600Aug 14, 2026

  Based on observations, interviews, record review, facility document review, facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the resident's right to be free from abuse from anyone while they reside in the facility, 5 of 8 residents sampled. This sample includes Resident #40, Resident #48, Resident # 93, Resident # 73, and Resident # 20 were all affected by the deficient practice. Based on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the resident's right to be free from abuse for four (Residents #20, #40, #48, and #93) of eight residents reviewed. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF610Aug 14, 2026

  Based on interviews, record review, and facility document and policy review, the facility failed to have evidence that a thorough investigation was conducted for 5 (Resident # 8 Resident #93, Resident # 20, Resident # 40, Resident # 48) of 8 residents reviewed for abuse and accidents. Based on interviews, record review, and policy review, the facility failed to maintain and submit to the State Agency evidence that a thorough investigation was conducted for four of four incidents reviewed that occurred in the facility, affecting Residents #8, #20, #40, #48, and #93. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF558Feb 23, 2024

  Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility to ensure a call light was in reach for 1 Resident #49. The findings are: Resident #49 diagnoses showed Dementia and Macular degeneration. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 2/15/24 showed a Staff Assessment of Mental Status (SAMS) documenting short- and long-term memory problems. The Resident requires substantial/maximum assistance with toileting and personal hygiene. The Resident is dependent on staff to put on or take off footwear. The care plan showed Resident #49 had an ADL (Activities of Daily Living) self-care performance deficit related to dementia. […]