Lafayette-Redeemer, The

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Lafayette-Redeemer, The, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Aug 11, 2022

  Based on review of clinical record, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to test the temperature of a hot water beverage provided to one of 13 residents reviewed (Resident R4). This failure resulted in actual harm to Resident R4 who spilled the hot water beverage on his thigh resulting in a first-degree burn. This deficiency was identified as past non-compliance. Findings include: Review of facility policy Hot Beverage Service in Senior Dining revealed hot beverages will be served at a temperature no greater than 170 degrees Fahrenheit (F). Upon completion of brewing hot beverages, allow to cool to a temperature of 170 degrees Fahrenheit. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF550Apr 11, 2024

  Based on observations and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to promote care for residents that maintains or enhances dignity and respect related to dining for one of two dining rooms observed (Second floor dining room). Findings include: Observations of the Seceond floor dining room revealed that Resident R2 was falling asleep at the dining table. Licensed Practical Nurse, Employee E4, shouted across tables, R2, you better wake up or I'll have to come over there and feed you like a baby! Follow-up observations of lunch dining in the second-floor dining room, on April 10, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF755Jan 30, 2026

  Based on observations, review of clinical record and interview with staff, it was determined that facility did not ensure to administer medication according to physician's order for one of 18 residents reviewed (Resident R98)Review of facility policy 'Pharmacy - Medication Administration,' effective date April 9, 2024, indicates its purpose is to ensure safe administration of medication in accordance with regulatory requirements.Review of Resident R98 clinical record revealed medical diagnosis of high blood pressure.Review of R98's physician's orders revealed an active order placed on January 27, 2026 for metoprolol succinate extended release (ER) oral tablet 24 hour 25 mg, to give one tablet by mouth every 12 hours for hypertension (HTN) DO NOT CRUSH.Further review of R98's clinical… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF880Jan 30, 2026

  Based on observations, review of policy, and review of clinical record, it was determined that facility did not ensure to implement enhanced barrier precautions (EBP) for one of 18 residents reviewed. (Resident R98)Review of facility policy 'Isolation Precautions Guidelines,' effective date June 29, 2022, indicates that high contact residents care activities requiring gown and glove use for EBP include: providing hygiene, changing linens, device care or use: central line, urinary catheter, feeding tube, tracheostomy.Review of Resident R98's clinical record revealed an order placed on January 29, 2026, for foley catheter reason: place 16 Fr Foley in for urinary retention.Observation of Resident R98 in room [ROOM NUMBER]-A on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 9:30 am revealed a nurse aide,… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF689Apr 11, 2024

  Based on review of clinical records, review of facility documentation and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that one of 19 was free of accidents related to a transfer into a shower chair. (Resident CL209). Findings include: A review of clinical record for Resident R209 revealed that the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including abnormalities of gait and mobility (deviation from normal walking), muscle weakness, need for assistance with personal care, and history of falling. Review of facility investigation dated, September 29, 2023, revealed that Resident CL209 bumped her leg on the shower chair and sustained a tear to the right lower leg during transfer from bed to shower chair which resulted in 14 stitches. […]