Capitol Hill Skilled Nursing and Therapy

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Capitol Hill Skilled Nursing and Therapy, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF814Jun 19, 2026

  Based on observation, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure the 2 (Dumpster #1 and Dumpster #2) of 3 dumpsters in the facility were kept covered at all times. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all residents who currently reside in the facility.Findings included: An undated facility policy titled, Safe Facilities and Pest Management, specified, Make sure the containers have tight-fitting lids and are kept covered at all times. During an observation of the facility garbage receptable area on 06/15/2026 at 9:02 AM, the surveyor noted there were three dumpsters and Dumpster #1 had no side door to close the dumpster and there was opened access to the trash located in the dumpster. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF567Sep 3, 2021

  Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure two (#2 and #38) of three sampled residents who were reviewed for personal funds had ready access to their funds. The facility identified 28 residents as having personal trust accounts managed by the facility. Findings: 1. A trust statement for resident # 2, dated 06/30/21, documented a credit of $30 from SSI on 04/01/21 and a debit of $30 was given to the resident on 04/07/21. The trust statement documented a credit of $30 on 04/30/21 and a debit of $30 was given to the resident on 05/04/21. A quarterly assessment, dated 08/19/21, documented resident's cognition was intact. On 09/02/21 at 10:09 a.m., the resident was interviewed about personal funds. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF558Jun 19, 2026

  Based on observation, interview, and document review, the facility failed to accommodate the needs for 1 (Resident #30) of 1 sampled resident who required a specialized call light. Findings included: On 06/16/2026 at 10:30 AM, the Administrator stated the facility did not have a policy regarding accommodation of residents' needs. A document titled, AliMed Worry-Free Pull-Cord Alarm, #72140 Instructions for Use and Care, indicated, A tug on the cord in any direction will cause magnetic sensor to release and alarm will be triggered. An admission Record revealed the facility admitted Resident #30 on 10/19/2025. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF605Jun 19, 2026

  Based on interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure as-needed antipsychotic medication was limited to 14 days for 1 (Resident #59) of 5 sampled residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.Findings included: A facility policy titled, Appendix 19: Medications Requiring Behavior & Side Effect Monitoring, updated 10/25/2021, specified, PRN [pro re nata, as needed] anxiolytics can have only an initial 14 day stop date. They can be continued for longer periods of time such as 30 [days], 60 [days], or 90 [days] days as long as the prescribing physician indicates that new stop date - they cannot be continued indefinitely. Per the Appendix 19: Medications Requiring Behavior & Side Effect Monitoring, Xanax was listed as an anxiolytic medication. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF609Jun 19, 2026

  Based on interview, record review, document review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure an allegation of abuse was timely reported to the state survey agency for 1 (Resident #72) of 1 sampled resident reviewed for abuse.Findings included: A facility policy titled, Reports to State and Federal Agencies, revised 02/02/2018, revealed, Timeline for Reporting. All reports to the Department shall be made by telephone or facsimile. All alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploitation or mistreatment, including injuries on unknown source and misappropriation of resident property, are reported immediately, but not later than 2 hours after the allegation is made, if the events that cause the allegation involve abuse or result in serious bodily injury. […]