Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Immediate jeopardy, isolatedF600May 27, 2021

  Based on observation, record review, and interviews during an abbreviated survey (Case #NY 606), completed on 5/27/2021, the facility failed to protect residents' rights to be free from sexual abuse for 2 (Resident #s 1 and 2) of 4 residents reviewed for abuse. Specifically, after Resident #s 1 and 2, both of whom had severe cognitive impairment, were discovered in a sexual encounter, the facility failed to ensure the residents' safety and did not implement a plan to prevent further occurrence. Subsequently, on 5/19/2021, the residents were again found in a sexual encounter and Resident #1 told staff she did not want to have that kind of relationship with Resident #2, but was afraid to say no, and did not want to be alone with Resident #2. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF761Oct 2, 2024

  Based on observation, record review, and interviews conducted during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure drugs and biologicals were labelled and stored in accordance with professional standards of practice. Specifically, (a.) an opened medication bottle had an expired date; (b.) opened medication bottles had no open dates (c.) opened insulin pens were labeled with incorrect expiration dates; (d.) a pre-poured medication cup was noted at a resident's bedside. This was evident for 2 out of 3 medication carts reviewed. This is evidenced by: The facility's Policy and Procedure titled, Medications Administration Methods, date last modified: [DATE] documented under PRODCEDURE #5: Medications may not be pre-poured/pre-punched. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812Oct 2, 2024

  Based on observation and interviews during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure food was stored, prepared, distributed or served in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for the main kitchen and one of 3 resident unit kitchenettes. Specifically, appliances and surfaces were not clean. This is evidenced by: During observations on 09/24/2024 at 11:04 AM, in the main kitchen, the following appliances or surfaces were soiled with food particles or oily dust: Slicer Cooking line drawers Bulk food bins Cupboard doors 2 exterior windows (windows, windowsills, window screens) 2 exterior window fan grills ABC-rated fire extinguisher During observations on 09/24/2024 at 11:56 AM, in the Unit Four Resident Kitchenette, the following was soiled with… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF814Oct 2, 2024

  Based on observation and interviews during the recertification survey, the facility did not dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Specifically, the side doors to the two outdoor garbage dumpsters were not closed, the sides of the dumpsters below the doors were soiled with food drips, and the grounds around dumpsters were littered. This is evidenced by: During observations on 9/30/2024 at 12:02 PM, litter was found in the outdoor employee break area, around the dumpsters, and the loading dock area. During an interview on 9/30/2024 12:27 PM, Administrator #1 stated that they would have the areas outside cleaned, and staff would be in-serviced on keeping the break area and dumpster area pick-up. 10 New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations 415.14(h)

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF550Oct 2, 2024

  Based on observation, record review, and interview conducted during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure treatment with respect, dignity, and care for each resident in a manner and in an environment that promoted maintenance or enhancement of their quality of life, recognizing each resident's individuality for 3 (Resident #s48, 100 and 113) of 32 residents reviewed for dignity. Specifically, (a.) Resident #48 was administered an insulin shot in the resident common area during lunch; (b.) Resident #100 had their shirt on inside and backwards, and (c.) Resident #113 was seen in their room removing their pants with their room door open and in full view of the resident common area. […]