Franklin Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

In the surveyor’s words

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

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF553Feb 28, 2024

  Based on record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification survey from 02/21/2024 to 02/28/2024, the facility did not ensure that a resident and/or resident's representative were offered the opportunity to participate in the revision and/or review of the comprehensive care plan. This was evident for 3 residents (Resident #31, #142, and #165) reviewed for Care Planning out of 38 total sampled residents. Specifically, 1) Resident #31 and/or their designated representative were not invited to their care plan meeting, 2) Resident #142 and/or their designated representative were not invited to their care plan meeting, and 3) Resident # 165 was not invited to their care plan meeting. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF558May 20, 2026

  Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the residents' right to reside and receive services in the facility with reasonable accommodation of resident needs and preferences. This was evident for one (1) of six (6) residents reviewed for Activities of Daily Living out of a total of 38 sampled residents. Specifically, Resident #238 was observed to have their call bell out of reach on multiple occasions.The findings include:The facility policy titled Call Bell - Nurse Call System, with an approval date of 06/11/2025 stated that the facility is committed to maintaining a functional and accessible call bell system in all resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, in compliance with federal regulations. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF561May 20, 2026

  Based on record review, observations, and interviews, the facility to ensure it promoted and facilitated resident self-determination through support of resident choice. This was evident for two (2) residents (Resident #13 and #188) of six (6) residents reviewed for Activities of Daily Living out of 38 total sampled residents. Specifically, Resident #13's and Resident #188's bathing preferences were not honored. The findings include:The facility policy titled Activities of Daily Living with an approval date of 02/20/2026 stated the facility will ensure that bathing and showering practices, including frequency, method, timing, and assistance, are individualized, clinically appropriate, and aligned with each resident's preferences and needs. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF604May 20, 2026

  Based on record review, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that a resident is free from physical restraints imposed for discipline or staff convenience and not required to treat the resident's medical symptoms. This was evident for two (2) residents (Resident #109 and Resident #184) of two (2) residents reviewed for Physical Restraints out of 38 sampled residents. Specifically, 1). Resident #184 was observed on several occasions, lying on a perimeter mattress and, 2). Resident #109 was observed on two occasions, lying on a perimeter mattress with an armchair and pillow wedged on the left side of the bed, in between the upper part of resident's bed and the window area. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF657May 20, 2026

  Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that residents comprehensive care plans were reviewed and revised to reflect the resident's status after each assessment. This was evident for one (1) resident (Resident #68) of two (2) residents reviewed for Activities, and one (1) resident (Resident #4) of two (2) residents reviewed for Urinary Catheter, out of 38 sampled residents. Specifically, 1). the comprehensive care plan for Activities for Resident #68, and 2). […]