Medilodge of Livingston

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Medilodge of Livingston, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Feb 11, 2025

  This citation pertains to intake MI00149991 and MI00150073. Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to assess the integrity of a mechanical transfer sling for one resident (R901) reviewed of three for accidents resulting in an avoidable fall requiring emergent transfer to a higher level of care and surgery for fractures sustained to the left and right lower extremities and pain. Findings include: A review of complaint reported to the State Agency included an allegation R901 was dropped from a mechanical (Hoyer) lift and sustained a fracture because the sling was not safe for use. […]

• Actual harm, isolatedF600Dec 7, 2022

  This citation pertains to intake: MI00131841. Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to protect the resident's right to be free from neglect for one R332 of one resident reviewed for neglect, resulting in a pattern of multiple failures that contributed to the residents change of condition to have been found unresponsive, required CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and required a transfer to the hospital for a higher level of care in less than 48 hours of admission. […]

• Actual harm, isolatedF695Dec 7, 2022

  This citation pertains to intake: MI00131841. Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure respiratory orders were implemented accurately, ensure tracheostomy care was implemented, ensure timely and thorough respiratory therapist assessment and evaluation and ensure continuous pulse oximetry monitoring for a resident who required continuous monitoring of 02 levels for one (R332) of three residents reviewed for respiratory care. Findings include: Review of the medical record revealed R332 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included: acute respiratory failure with hypoxia, Guillain-Barre syndrome (rare disorder which the body's immune system attacks the nerves), type 2 diabetes mellitus,… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Jan 7, 2026

  Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain sanitary conditions in the kitchen and pantry in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all residents that consume food from the facility. Findings include:On 1/5/26 during an initial observation of the kitchen and pantry between 8:35 AM-9:15 AM, an observation of the main kitchen was conducted with the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM 'H') and the Corporate Registered Dietician (RD 'G'). The following items were observed:The ice machine located near the meal prep area was observed to have black vents on the right and left sides of the unit that were visibly soiled with a thick layer of dust. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF880Jan 7, 2026

  This citation pertains to Intake 2670486.Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provide proper hand hygiene procedure during medication administration for two (R112, R09) of four residents reviewed for medication administration.Findings include:On 1/6/26 at 9:38 AM, a medication administration observation was conducted with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) B for R112 and was observed donning clear gloves in the bathroom without washing hands prior. […]