NHC Healthcare - Laurens

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at NHC Healthcare - Laurens, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Immediate jeopardy, isolatedF689May 23, 2025

  Based on review of the facility policy, record review, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that Resident (R)2, a resident with a previous history of elopement, had adequate supervision to prevent the resident from eloping from the facility on 05/19/25 at approximately 10:00 PM. R2 was found by law enforcement, lying down near trees, in a wooded area approximately 75 feet away from the building, on facility property at approximately 3:00 AM - 3:30 AM on 05/20/25. On 05/22/25 at 8:14 PM, the Administrator and Director of Nursing (DON) were notified that the failure to ensure Resident (R)2, a resident with a previous history of elopement, had adequate supervision to prevent the resident from eloping from the facility on 05/19/25 at approximately 10:00 PM. […]

• Immediate jeopardy, isolatedF600Aug 17, 2022

  Based on review of the facility policy, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure Resident (R)1 was free from physical abuse by facility staff, 1 of 3 reviewed for abuse. On August 17, 2022 at 3:30 PM, the Administrator was presented with an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) Template indicating F600 was identified at the level of Past-noncompliance. On July 17, 2022, approximately between the hours of 2:00 AM and 4:00 AM, Resident (R)1 was physically abused by Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)1. CNA1 was recorded by the cell phone video of CNA2, striking R1 on the top of her head with an open hand. Witness statement revealed CNA1 escorted R1 back to her room. […]

• Immediate jeopardy, isolatedF600Oct 29, 2021

  Based on record review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure four out of 25 sampled residents (Resident (R) 74, R27, R73, and R104) were protected from abuse and free from fear of retaliation. Specifically, R74's allegations that staff were rough during cares were not identified as potential abuse and were not investigated by the facility. Additionally, R27, R73, and R104 stated they were fearful of retaliation from staff for expressing concerns. On 10/28/21 at 7:00 PM, the Administrator was provided an Immediate Jeopardy template and notified that an Immediate Jeopardy was identified at F600 related to the facility's failure to prevent abuse. F600 was determined to be at a scope and severity of J. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF809Feb 22, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide meals at regular times comparable to normal mealtimes and resident preferences for 3 of 4 stations (station two, three, and four) in the facility. Findings include: During an observation of a Tray Delivery Schedule contained in a plastic stand-up holder at each of the four nurses' stations, the following times and stations were posted for residents, staff, and visitors to observe: Breakfast 7:15 AM - Station 1; 7:35 AM - Station 2; 7:55 AM - Station 3; 8:15 AM - Station 4. Lunch 11:45 AM - Early Trays; 12:00 PM - Restorative Dining (Therapy). […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF759Jun 24, 2026

  Based on review of facility policy, review of manufacturer's recommendation, record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a medication administration error rate of less than 5 percent for 2 out of 27 opportunities for error. Specifically, the Fiasp Pen (a pre-filled, disposable insulin delivery device) was not primed according to the manufacturer's recommendations for Resident (R)105 and additionally failed to ensure R161 received an eye medication as ordered. The medication error rate was 7.41 percent. Findings include: Review of the facility policy titled Insulin Administration states under the procedure section D. Overview for insulin pens the following: a) Attach pen needle to pen. […]