Easton Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Easton Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Jan 19, 2023

  Based on policy review, observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to properly store food and maintain sanitary conditions in the dietary department. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy entitled, Food Safety Policies Food Safety Product Labeling and Dating Guide, dated [DATE], revealed that all food products were to be labeled as to the contents and preparation date, and use by date. Observation during the tour of the dietary department on Januray 17, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., revealed the following: In the freezer, there were multiple bags of various food items removed from the original packaging that were not labeled and dated, including several breaded products identified as chicken and fish. The breaded fish was opened with no date on it. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF923Nov 6, 2021

  Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure adequate ventilation in four of four soiled utility rooms on four of four nursing units. (Nursing units 1, 2, 3, 4) Findings include: Observation on Nursing unit 3 at 10:46 a.m., revealed that there was no ventilation in the soiled utility room. The soiled utility room had an accumulation of several bags and boxes of garbage on the floor and against the walls of the room. The vent in the room was covered with black dust and dirt. The room was odorous and when the door was opened, the odor permeated onto the nursing unit. At this time, the Director of Housekeeping stated that the ventilation in the soiled utility room was not working. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF584Aug 5, 2026

  Based on observation, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment on three of four nursing units. (100, 200, and 300) Findings include: Observations on August 5, 2026, from 10:40 a.m., through 12:15 p.m., revealed the following environmental issues: In room [ROOM NUMBER] near bed B, there were splatters of a brown substance on the floor by the air conditioning unit and along the wall. The air conditioning unit had an accumulation of dust and debris. Inside the shared bathroom, toilet paper was observed on the floor. In room [ROOM NUMBER], there were large brown stains on the ceiling. There was a pungent odor near bed B. In room [ROOM NUMBER], the paint on the ceiling was cracked. Behind bed A, the molding was detached from the wall. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF687Apr 5, 2022

  Based on clinical record review, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide nail care to maintain good foot health for four of six sampled residents. (Residents 3, 4, 5, 6) Findings include: Clinical record review revealed that Resident 3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and had diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . The Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired and required extensive staff assistance for care. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF684Aug 14, 2026

  Based on clinical record review, facility documentation review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that consultant practitioner recommendations for care were followed through in a timely manner for one of seven sampled residents. (Resident 3)Findings include: Clinical record review revealed that Resident 3 had diagnoses that included a left above the knee amputation (A.K.A.) and chronic kidney disease. The Minimum Data Set assessment dated [DATE], indicated that the resident was alert and oriented and had a surgical wound. A review of the care plan revealed that the resident was at risk for skin breakdown related to decreased activity, nutritional concerns, and vascular disease, and had a left A.K.A. […]