Marian Manor Of Taunton

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Marian Manor Of Taunton, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Aug 19, 2025

  Based on records reviewed and interviews, for one of three sampled residents, (Resident #1), the facility failed to ensure his/her environment was free of accident hazards as possible, when on 06/28/25, while activity staff were assisting residents onto the elevator after an activity, they did not lock the elevator, which would have kept the door in the open position, as Resident #1 entered the elevator the door began to close and hit him/her causing him/her to fall into the elevator. Resident #1 complained of severe left leg pain and was transported to the Hospital Emergency Department (ED) for evaluation. […]

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Nov 4, 2021

  Based on records reviewed and interviews for one of three sampled residents (Resident #1) who had a history of Dementia and required extensive assistance of two people with activities of daily living (ADLs), the Facility failed to ensure his/her safety was maintained to prevent an incident resulting in an injury. On 10/04/21 nursing staff did not use the appropriate sling size per manufacturer's recommendation for Resident #1's weight during a mechanical lift transfer. Resident #1 fell through the sling on to the floor and sustained fracture(s) to his/her lower legs. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF761Jan 18, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure staff stored and properly labeled all drugs and biologicals in accordance with accepted professional standards of practice. Specifically, the facility failed to: 1. Ensure staff properly labeled all drugs and biologicals stored in 2 of 4 medication carts once opened; and 2. Ensure staff safely and securely stored all medications in 1 of 2 medication storage rooms and 2 of 4 medication carts. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled Medication Storage in the Facility, revised [DATE], indicated but was not limited to the following: -Medication rooms, carts, and medication supplies are locked when not in use or in direct view of persons with authorized access. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF804Jan 18, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and test tray results, the facility failed to provide food that was palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Specifically, multiple residents voiced concerns regarding the quality and temperatures of the food provided by the facility. Findings include: During the initial tour of the 3rd floor unit on 1/11/24 at 10:30 A.M., multiple residents voiced complaints regarding the palatability of their meals as follows: -Resident #11 described the food as Iffy and not to his/her satisfaction. -Resident #50 said that the Food leaves little to be desired. -Resident #19 complained that the food is not always warm. -Resident #36 said the food's cold. -Resident #41 said The food is not always warm. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF880Jan 18, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure staff maintained an infection control program designed to provide a safe and sanitary environment to help prevent the development and potential spread of infections. Specifically, the facility failed to: 1. Ensure staff properly performed hand washing during COVID-19 testing to prevent the potential spread of infection; and 2. Ensure staff prepared and administered medications in a safe and sanitary manner. Findings include: 1. Review of the facility's Anterior Nasal Swab Collection Competency Skills, undated, indicated but was not limited to the following: - Disinfect the surface where you will open the collection. Remove and lay out content of the kit. - Wash hands with soap and water. […]