Deficiency Index

Every finding on record at Parkvue Health Care Center

Sandusky, Ohio · CCN 365997

22 findings across 10 inspections, in the inspector's own words, 2 of them at actual harm or above.

Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.

The inspector’s own words from form CMS-2567, unedited, including CMS’s own spacing. Names and some dates are redacted by CMS.

Inspection of March 24, 2026

2 findings
F919D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observation, medical record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure call lights functioned properly. This affected one (#13) of one resident reviewed for call lights. The facility census was 74.Findings include:Review of the medical record for Resident #13 revealed an admission date of 07/10/25. Diagnoses included chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), schizoaffective disorder, and anxiety. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #13 had intact cognition. Further review of the MDS revealed Resident #13 required supervision with toileting and transferring. Review of the care plan dated 07/11/25 revealed Resident #13 was at risk for falls related to impaired mobility. Interventions included encouraging non-skid footwear when out of bed and keeping frequently needed items within reach. Further review of the care plan revealed Resident #13 had an activity of daily living (ADL) self-care performance deficit related to generalized weakness. Interventions included one to two staff assist with toileting.Observation on 03/23/26 at 10:01 A.M. of Resident #13's call light revealed when the resident pressed the call light button the call light did not turn on.Interview on 03/23/26 at 10:01 A.M. with Resident #13 revealed the call light stopped working during the night shift and was reported to the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). When asked how Resident #13 called for help, Resident #13 stated, I wait for someone to walk by and yell out.Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Supervisor #302 confirmed that Resident #13's call light was not working. Upon investigating, LPN #302 noted the battery was out of the call light. LPN #302 attempted to replace the battery without success. LPN #302 stated the battery may be bad, she obtained a new battery, placed the battery in the call light and the call light functioned properly. Interview on 03/24/26 at 9:32 A.M. with Administrator revealed the call system had alerted that the call light for Resident #13 was not working starting on 03/22/26 at 1:59 A.M. The message in the system read pull cord not detected, check pull cord. The Administrator further confirmed the staff should have immediately investigated the reason why the call light was not functioning and if they were unable to repair they should have reported the issue.

F688D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observation, medical record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a splint was worn as ordered. This affected one (#3) of one resident reviewed for splints. The facility census was 74.Findings include:Review of the medical record for Resident #3 revealed an admission date of 08/12/25. Diagnoses included hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side, major depressive disorder, and anxiety disorder.Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) 03/04/26 revealed Resident #3 was cognitively intact. Further review of the MDS revealed Resident #3 had an impairment on the right side and was dependent on staff for activities of daily living (ADLs).Review of the care plan dated 08/13/25 revealed Resident #3 had an ADL self-care performance deficit related to hemiplegia. Interventions included for the resident to wear a right hand splint as ordered, to monitor skin when donning and doffing the splint. Further review of the care plan revealed Resident #3 had left cerebral vascular accident (CVA) with right side hemiplegia. Interventions included for a right hand splint to be applied in the morning and removed at bedtime, and as needed for resident comfort, by the nurse.Review of the current physician orders revealed an order dated 09/29/25 to apply hand splint to the right hand in the morning, and to remove the splint in the evening.Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) from 03/01/26 through 03/23/26 revealed the nurse signed that the hand splint to right hand was in place in the morning and removed in the evening.Observation on 03/23/26 at 8:54 A.M. revealed Resident #3 was up in her wheelchair eating breakfast in the dining room. There was not a splint on the right hand.Observation on 03/23/26 at 9:46 A.M. revealed Resident #3 was up in her wheelchair in the common area. Resident #3 did not have a splint on the right hand.Interview on 03/23/26 at 9:46 A.M. with Resident #3 revealed the staff does not always put the splint on the resident's right hand. Resident #3 verified the staff had not applied the splint that morning. Resident #3 stated the splint was to be applied in the morning, and that the aides were usually the ones that applied and removed the splint. Interview on 03/23/26 at 9:50 A.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #218 confirmed Resident #3 was to wear a splint on the right hand, and further confirmed the splint was currently not on Resident #3. LPN #218 stated the splint should be applied in the morning, adding the aide typically applies Resident #3's splint after getting up in the wheelchair.Interview on 03/23/26 at 2:45 P.M. with LPN Unit Manager #302 revealed the order was for the nurse to apply Resident #3's splint to the right hand. LPN Unit Manager #302 stated the nurse was to chart the splint being applied in the MAR. LPN Unit Manager #302 further verified the MAR showed the splint as being applied on 03/23/26 in the morning.

Inspection of October 31, 2024

3 findings
F812F · No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespread

Based on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to maintain the satellite kitchens on each unit in a sanitary manner. This had the potential to affect all residents. The facility census was 77. Findings include: 1. Observation on 10/28/24 at 8:43 A.M. in the Ogontz satellite kitchen revealed in the freezer there was an undated package of frozen pancakes with ice buildup, and an undated partially frozen drink with a straw inside the cup. In the refrigerator there was an undated cup of fruit and undated cheese. Inside the bottom of the freezer there was a buildup of food and spills of food on the bottom of the freezer. There were drips of food on the outside of the refrigerator/freezer unit. Further observations revealed the handwashing sink faucet handles would not move or turn on. There were hardwater stains on on the outside of the dishwasher. Continued observation revealed the microwave had a build up of dried food on the sides and inside top of the microwave. Interview on 10/28/24 at 8:43 A.M., Dietary Aide #416 verified the unlabeled and undated food items in the refrigerator and freezer. Dietary Aide #416 verified the microwave had not been cleaned and should be cleaned daily. Dietary Aide #416 verified the inside bottom of the freezer, outside of the freezer, and the outside of the dishwasher had not been cleaned. Dietary Aide #416 revealed the hand washing sink had not worked for a long time and staff used the main kitchen sink. 49742 2. Observation on 10/28/24 at 9:11 A.M. of the satellite kitchen located on the [NAME] unit revealed: A six-quart container of Fruit Loops cereal that was approximately two-thirds full that was undated and unlabeled. A six-quart container of Raisin Bran that was approximately one-half to two-thirds full that was undated and unlabeled. A 35-ounce bag of Corn Flakes that was approximately one-half full that was undated. A two-quart container of Corn Flakes that was approximately one-half full that was undated and unlabeled. A 10.8-ounce box of Honey Nut Cheerios that was approximately two-thirds full with no date. A 36-ounce box of iodized salt that was approximately one-eighth full with no date. Shelves inside of the servery cabinets, where clean dishes are stored to be used for meal service for residents, were lined with placemats. The placemats and shelves were soiled with an unidentified dark brown substance. The wall surrounding the sink by the dishwasher has peeling paint, peeling caulk, peeling backsplash, and there is a dark brown to black substance growing around the quarter-round trim and caulk. A six-quart container of brown sugar that was approximately one-half full that was undated and unlabeled with two spoons stored inside. Two 20-ounce containers of ketchup, both open and approximately one-half to two-thirds full, with no date. Two 12 ounce containers of mustard, both open and approximately one-half to two-thirds full, with no date. The Formica covering the drawer and cabinet door under the ice machine was lifting and exposed the particle board under it. Interview on 10/28/24 at 9:20 A.M. with Dining Services Assistant (DSA) #409 verified these findings. 44454 3. Observation on 10/28/24 at 9:00 A.M. of the satellite kitchen located on the Boeckling unit revealed the microwave had a substance splattered on the inside door, top, back, and sides of the microwave. The dishwasher and garbage disposal located in the kitchen had buildup and grime on them. An interview at the time of observation with Dietary Aide #399 verified the buildup and splatter. 4. Observation on 10/28/24 at 9:18 A.M. of the satellite kitchen located on the [NAME] unit revealed there was buildup and splatter on the front and left side of the dishwasher, on the front and inside of a cupboard located to the left of the dishwasher, on the cupboard located above the aforementioned cupboard, on a garbage disposal located below the sink, and on the metal sliding doors located below the ice machine. An interview at the time of observation with Dietary Aide #401 verified the buildup and splatter. Review of the facility policy titled, Sanitation of Food Service Department, dated 2005, revealed the food service staff would maintain the sanitation of the food service department.

F921F · No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespread

Based on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure carpets were maintained in a clean and sanitary manner throughout the facility. This affected all residents. The facility census was 77. Findings include: Observations on 10/28/24 beginning at 7:45 A.M. revealed the carpets throughout the halls and common areas on all four units were heavily stained in multiple spots throughout all four of the units. Interview on 10/29/24 at 3:54 P.M., the Director of Environmental Services (DES) #491 revealed the carpets were cleaned professionally once per year and were last cleaned in September of 2024. DES #491 revealed the facility cleaned spots on the carpet everyday. DES #491 verified there were multiple stains throughout the four units that kept coming back even after the area was cleaned. DES #491 revealed the facility planned to replace the carpet on one of the four units. Interview on 10/29/24 at 4:48 P.M., the Administrator verified the numerous carpet stains. The Administrator stated the facility had planned to replace the carpet with vinyl planks on one of the four units but had no start date for the project. Further interview on 10/31/24 at 9:37 A.M. the Administrator revealed the facility had now been approved to replace all the carpet in the facility. The Administrator revealed the carpet replacement would begin in December and take about six months to complete. Review of the undated policy, Carpet Cleaning Procedure revealed an outside cleaning contracted company would deep clean the facility carpets areas annually. Spot cleaning would be completed as needed and repeated if necessary.

F920E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on dining observations, staff interview, and review of the facility census, the facility failed to ensure there was adequate space in the dining room for 17 residents (#8, #18, #24, #31, #37, #39, #41, #47, #48, #49, #51, #52, #55, #59, #63, #70, and #178) currently residing on the secured unit. The facility census was 77. Findings include: Observation on 10/28/24 at 12:13 P.M. during the lunch meal revealed there were 15 residents seated in the dining room located on the secured unit. The dining room contained four square tables, one of which was up against a wall/counter. There were no open seats left in the dining room. Further observation during the lunch meal revealed Resident #41 was seated at a table designated for residents who required assistance with feeding and was actively being fed by State tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) #338. STNA #351 then brought a 16th resident (Resident #18) to the dining area. STNA #338 moved Resident #41 to a sitting area while Resident #18 sat in Resident #41's place at the table. STNA #338 proceeded to feed Resident #41 in the sitting area, where there were no other residents. Further observation on 10/28/24 at 12:34 P.M. revealed STNA #338 finished feeding Resident #41 a cup of flavored gelatin and then left the sitting area. Resident #41 remained in the sitting area with no interaction until the rest of their lunch arrived at 12:39 P.M. Resident #41's plate was placed on a bedside table and Resident #41 was assisted with eating the rest of the lunch meal in the sitting area. An interview on 10/18/24 at 1:00 P.M. with STNA #338 verified STNA #338 moved Resident #41 to the sitting area for the lunch meal because there was not enough room for everyone in the dining area. STNA #338 also verified Resident #41 ate the lunch meal off of a bedside table located in the sitting area, where there were no other residents. An additional observation on 10/28/24 at 5:16 P.M. during the dinner meal revealed residents who were facing back-to-back had a small amount of space between the backs of their wheelchairs. STNA #314 stated aloud that they needed to find a spot for Resident #49 to sit. STNA #314 stated they would need to move Resident #41 in order for Resident #49 to fit through the middle passageway. STNA #314 moved Resident #41 away from their table (via wheelchair), assisted Resident #49 to a table, and then moved Resident #41 back to their table. STNA #314 then stated I had to move Resident #41 out so that I could get Resident #49 in. Review of the facility census on 10/28/24 revealed there were currently 17 residents residing on the secured unit.

Inspection of February 6, 2024

1 finding
F689D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on review of the medical record, staff, family and resident interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to safely transfer Resident #42 resulting in a fall. This affected one (#42) of four residents reviewed for falls. The facility census was 80. Findings include Review of the medical record revealed Resident #42 had an admitted [DATE] and a readmitted [DATE]. Diagnoses included acute kidney failure, discitis lumbar area, type two diabetes mellitus, radiculopathy lumbar region, low back pain, and chronic kidney disease stage three. Review of the five-day Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #42 required substantial/maximal assistance for toileting hygiene, bed mobility, and transfers. The resident had no prior falls. Review of a fall risk assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was at risk for falls. Review of the care plan dated 01/06/24 for Resident #42 revealed the resident required moderate/maximal assistance of one to two staff for transfers. The resident was at risk for falls related to debility, unsteady gait with weakness, poor safety awareness, and a history of polio when younger. Interventions included to anticipate and meet resident needs, be sure the call light was within reach, prompt response to all requests for assistance, educate family/caregivers about safety reminders and what to do if a fall occurs, and encourage the resident to participate in activities that promote exercise, physical ability for strengthening and improved mobility. Review of a nurse's note dated 01/27/24 at 1:15 P.M. revealed the resident had a witnessed fall in his room today with a nursing assistant during transfer. The nursing assistant reported the resident's knees buckled while using the walker. The nursing assistant pulled a chair behind the resident and attempted to have the resident sit in the chair. The resident sat on the edge of the chair and slid down to the floor on his knees. The resident's family member was present in the room. An assessment was completed and no new injuries found. The resident's skin was intact. Vital signs were within normal limits. A neurological assessment was completed and was within normal limits for the resident. The resident denied any complaints at this time. A Hoyer lift was used to put resident back in bed with the assistance of three staff. The physician was notified with no new orders. Interview on 02/01/24 at 11:26 A.M. with Resident #42 revealed he was sitting in a regular chair using his peddling bike and wanted to go back to bed. Resident #42 revealed Nursing Assistant (NA) #192 assisted him up from the chair by grabbing onto his pajama bottoms. Resident #42 revealed he was using his walker and NA #192 was following behind him with a regular chair. Resident #42 revealed he told NA #192 he felt weak. Resident #42 revealed NA #192 told him to sit down. Resident #42 revealed he went to sit down and fell on his knees on the floor because the chair was not close enough. Resident #42 revealed NA #192 was not using a gait belt on him. Resident #42 revealed his family member was present when the fall happened. Interview on 02/01/24 at 11:50 A.M. with NA #192 revealed she was a nurse aide in training. NA #192 revealed she was transferring Resident #42 using his walker but his knees were giving out. NA #192 revealed she was following the resident with a high-top chair. NA #192 revealed she did not have a gait belt on the resident and she should of used a gait belt. NA #192 revealed she told the resident to sit down in the chair but she could not get the chair underneath the resident far enough. NA #192 revealed the resident slipped off the edge of the chair and fell on the floor. Interview on 02/01/24 at 1:35 P.M. with Registered Nurse (RN) #203 revealed a nursing assistant alerted her Resident #42 had fell . RN #203 revealed she assessed the resident with no injuries and the Hoyer lift was used to put the resident back in bed. RN #203 revealed the nursing assistant stated she grabbed the chair for the resident but he sat too close to the edge of the chair and went down on his knees. RN #203 revealed the nursing assistant had not used a gait belt and should have been using a gait belt to transfer the resident. Interview on 02/01/24 at 5:05 P.M. with Family Member (FM) #142 revealed the resident was sitting in a chair and asked to go back to bed. FM #142 revealed the resident was not able to stand up so NA #192 took a hold of the resident's pajama bottoms and pulled the resident up. FM #142 revealed NA #192 was not using a gait belt on the resident. FM #142 revealed the resident tried to take two steps with his walker. NA #192 was following behind the resident with a regular chair (not a wheelchair). FM #142 revealed the resident told NA #192 his legs were giving out and he needed to sit down. FM #142 revealed NA #192 told the resident to sit down. FM #142 revealed NA #192 had not placed the chair close enough to the resident. The resident went to sit down and slid off the edge of the chair onto his knees on the floor. FM #142 revealed staff used a hoist to get the resident back up and into bed. Interview on 02/05/24 at 11:40 A.M. with Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) #332 revealed the resident fell while using his walker when a nursing assistant had not gotten a chair far enough under the resident to sit down. ADON #332 revealed she was not aware the nursing assistant was following the resident with a regular chair. ADON #332 revealed the nursing assistant should have followed with a wheelchair and should have used a gait belt. ADON #332 revealed she was going to complete some re-education with the nursing assistants and ensure each resident had a gait belt in their room. Review of the policy, Safe Resident Handling and Transfers Guidelines, last revised 02/10/23, revealed the facility would provide a safe and secure environment while handling and transferring residents safely to prevent risk for injury to residents and staff. The resident's mobility would be evaluated and assessed upon admission and reviewed quarterly. Transferring/handling aides would be based on the resident's needs or condition. Further review of the policy revealed a gait belt was a sturdy transfer belt that was used with residents at least partially ambulatory for transfer or walking assistance to prevent falls and caregiver back injury. This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00150649.

Inspection of July 12, 2023

1 finding
F842D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure all resident meal intakes were documented. This affected three residents (#64, #68 and #75) of five residents reviewed. The facility census was 72. Findings include: 1. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #64 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included dementia, anxiety and diabetes. Resident #64 was on hospice services at this time for end of life care. Review of Resident #64's meal intake records dated from 07/04/23 through 07/10/23 revealed the records were incomplete and did not include Resident #64's meal intake for all three meals a day. The records had days where no meals were documented. 2. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #68 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included dementia, anxiety and asthma. Resident #68 was able to eat independently with supervision. Review of Resident #68's meal intake record dated from 07/04/23 through 07/10/23 revealed the records were incomplete and included were days no meals were documented. 3. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #75 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included dementia and anxiety. Review of Resident #75's meal intake record dated from 06/02/23 through 06/08/23 revealed the meal intake records were incomplete and identified multiple days where no meals were documented. Interview with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) #120 on 07/10/23 at 10:39 A.M., verified the nursing assistants should document all meal intakes into the electronic health record. The ADON #120 verified Resident #64, #68 and #75's meal intake records were incomplete and some days had no meals documented. This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00144160.

Inspection of March 28, 2022

9 findings
F730F · No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespread

Based on personnel files review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure one State tested Nurse Aide (STNA) received 12 hours of annual training. This affected one (#759) out of five STNA personnel files reviewed and had the potential to affect all 74 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 74. Findings include: Review of the personnel file for STNA #759 revealed a hire date of 03/25/20. Continued review revealed STNA #759 completed eight hours of continuing education in 2021. Further review revealed STNA #759 completed five hours of continuing education in the last 12 months. Interview on 03/24/22 at 1:45 P.M. with the Human Resource Manager #773 confirmed STNA #759 did not complete 12 hours of annual training. Further interview revealed STNA #759 was a current employee and had no gaps in his employment since his hire date.

F689E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on medical record review, observation, staff and resident interview, review of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and review of facility policy, the facility failed to secure potentially hazardous chemicals on the the secured memory care unit and C pod. This affected two (#55 and #178) out of two residents reviewed for accident/hazards and had the potential to affect five (#3, #10, #33, #55 #68, and #372) additional residents identified by the facility as cognitively impaired and independently mobile who reside on the secured memory care unit. The facility census was 74. Findings include: 1. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #55 was admitted on [DATE] and a readmitted [DATE]. Diagnoses included Alzheimer's disease, [CONDITION(S)], major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, [CONDITION(S)], and hypertension. Review of the annual Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #55 was severely cognitively impaired, required supervision for ambulation, and had wandering behavior. Review of the plan of care initiated 03/08/21 revealed Resident #55 had potential mood and behavior problems including restlessness, wandering the secure unit, and going in others spaces. Interventions included redirect as needed. Observation on 03/21/22 at 8:08 A.M. of Resident #38's room revealed the following products sitting on the resident's bedside table: A half-full seven fluid ounce bottle of anti-dandruff shampoo with a label warning to keep out of the reach of children, if swallowed, get medical help or contact poison control center right away; an eleven ounce can of shaving cream with a label warning to keep out of the reach of children; and an unlabeled, half-full medication cup with a thick pink substance. Continued observation of Resident #38's bathroom revealed a half-full medication cup with a peach gel-like substance. Observation on 03/21/22 at 8:11 A.M. of Resident #33's room revealed a full 16 ounce bottle of lotion sitting on the chair next to the Resident's bed. A warning label on the bottle of lotion stated keep out of reach of children, keep out of eyes, and for external use only. Observation on 03/21/22 at 8:21 A.M. of the Parlor A common area revealed a quarter full eight ounce bottle of hand sanitizer, with a warning label to keep out of reach of children. Continued observation of the common area revealed a quarter full aerosol can of disinfectant deodorant, located in an unlocked cabinet above the desk. A warning label on the aerosol can stated hazardous to humans, harmful if absorbed through the skin, take off contaminated clothing, rinse skin immediately with water for 15-20 seconds, call poison control, and keep out of reach of children. Also located in the same unlocked cabinet was a three quarter full eight ounce bottle of hand sanitizer with a warning label to keep out of reach of children. Observation on 03/21/22 at 8:33 A.M. of Resident #55's room revealed a half full, 12 fluid ounce bottle of body lotion and a half full six ounce bottle of baby powder sitting on the resident's bedside table. The baby powder had a warning label stating not for consumption, keep out of reach of children, avoid contact with eyes, external use only, and do not use on broken skin. Sitting on the sink counter in Resident #55's bathroom was a full, 21 fluid ounce bottle of body lotion with a warning label to keep out of the reach of children. Interview on 03/21/22 at 8:44 A.M. of Registered Nurse (RN) #848 and Stated tested Nurse Aide (STNA) #811 revealed all residents residing on the secured unit were cognitively impaired. STNA #811 verified all potentially hazardous items, including hand sanitizer, disinfectant sprays, lotions, powders, soaps, and hair spray, were supposed to be secured and out of reach of the residents. RN #848 stated the pink paste in the unlabeled medication cup in Resident #38's room was butt paste and the peach gel-like substance in the medication cup in the bathroom was body wash. RN #848 and STNA #811 verified the items observed in Residents #38, #33, #55's rooms were not secured and included warning labels to keep out of reach of children. STNA #811 stated they would secure items within reach of residents on the secured memory care unit. Observation on 03/22/22 at 8:48 A.M. of Resident #3's bathroom revealed, sitting on the bathroom sink counter, a three-quarter full, 16 fluid ounce bottle of body lotion and a half-full, 12 fluid ounce pump style bottle of hair spray, which had a warning label to avoid eyes and keep out of the reach of children. Interview on 03/23/22 at 10:48 A.M. of the Administrator verified potentially hazardous materials should be locked and out of reach of residents on the secured memory care unit. The facility confirmed there are six (#3, #10, #33, #55 #68, and #372) residents on the secured memory care unit who are cognitively impaired, independently mobile and who could access unsecured chemicals. Review of the SDS for the disinfectant deodorant spray, revised 01/20/22, revealed the spray caused serious eye irritation, was an extremely flammable aerosol, wear eye/face protectant, store in a well-ventilated place, may be harmful if swallowed, may cause skin irritation, inhalation of vapors or mist may cause respiratory irritation, and keep out of reach of children. Review of the SDS for the hand sanitizer, revised 08/02/20, revealed hazard statements including causes serious eye irritation, if eye contact, immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, and seek medical attention. Additionally, if swallowed, do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water and obtain medical attention. Review of the SDS for the body wash gel, revised 08/09/17, revealed may be harmful if swallowed. Review of the SDS for the butter paste (butt paste), dated 11/19/15, revealed if eye contact, flush eyes with water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids and if ingested, wash out mouth with water, if conscious, give small quantities of water, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel and get medical attention if symptoms occur. Review of the SDS for the body lotion, revised 11/27/19, revealed if ingested, consult a physician, for external use only, avoid contact with eyes, and keep out of reach of children. Review of the SDS for baby powder, revised 05/08/14, revealed for eye contact, rinse eyes immediately with water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes, obtain medical attention if irritation persists and if ingested, call a physician or poison control center immediately. Review of facility policy titled Locked Cabinet Policy, revised August 2015, revealed upon admission, all items that could be of danger to residents if swallowed, applied, or inhaled (i.e.: mouthwash, ointment, shampoo, sprays, creams, etc) will be placed in the locked top drawer of the bedside stand or in another secure area. The keys for the drawer will be placed in the nursing station with the resident's name and put on bulletin board. The drawer may be opened by staff for the resident's use. 2. Medical record review of Resident #178 admitted [DATE]. Diagnoses included cholelithiasis without obstruction, dehydration, and [CONDITION(S)]. Observation on 03/21/22 at 9:14 A.M. of Resident #178's bathroom with a spray bottle of Shurgard (use to clean and disinfect) sitting on the bathroom sink. Interview on 03/21/22 at 9:15 A.M. with Resident #178 stated the staff left the cleaning supplies in the bathroom after cleaning the sink and toilet yesterday. Interview on 03/21/22 at 09:18 AM with Registered Nurse (RN) #738 stated the cleaning produces are not to be in the resident rooms. RN #738 verified the spray bottle with chemical disinfectant left on the bathroom sink. Interview on 03/24/22 at 8:05 A.M. with Housekeeping Supervisor (HS) #846 stated the cleaning supplies are always to be in sight of the housekeeping personnel at all times and they are not to leave cleaning supplies in resident rooms. Review of the SDS revealed for Shurguard germicidal disinfectant caution keep out of reach of children. Review of facility policy titled Locked Cabinet Policy, revised August 2015, revealed upon admission, all items that could be of danger to residents if swallowed, applied, or inhaled (i.e.: mouthwash, ointment, shampoo, sprays, creams, etc) will be placed in the locked top drawer of the bedside stand or in another secure area. The keys for the drawer will be placed in the nursing station with the resident's name and put on bulletin board. The drawer may be opened by staff for the resident's use. Review of the facility policy dated titled Hazardous Chemical Security dated 06/2015, revealed hazardous chemicals and supplies will be used and stored in a safe manner. All hazardous chemicals and materials will be stored in a locked area when not in use. When using hazardous chemicals or materials, they must remain within sight of the staff member using them at all times to prevent access by resident.

F726E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on review of personnel files and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure one State tested Nurse Aide (STNA) received training and competencies when caring for residents with dementia. This affected one (STNA #759) out of eight personnel files reviewed and had the potential to affect 40 (#372, #28, #55, #3, #59, #27, #68, #47, #11, #6, #38, #8, #33, #14, #35, #43, #53, #39, #17, #34, #20, #5, #60, #24, #61, #64, #2, #63, #69, #54, #31, #19, #36, #71, #49, #7, #57, #1, #16 and #62) residents in the facility diagnosed with dementia who STNA #759 provided care. The facility census was 74. Findings include: Review of the personnel file for STNA #759 revealed a hire date of 03/23/20. Further review revealed STNA #759 completed training for the care of residents with dementia on 04/25/20. Review of STNA #759's personnel file revealed there was no further training or competencies on the care of residents with dementia was documented. Interview on 03/24/22 at approximately 3:15 P.M. with the Human Resources Manager #773 confirmed STNA #759 did not complete any training or competencies on the care of residents with dementia since 04/25/20. Further interview revealed STNA #773 was a current employee and did not have any gaps in his employment since his hire date. The facility confirmed STNA #759 provided care to residents with dementia which included a total of 40 (#372, #28, #55, #3, #59, #27, #68, #47, #11, #6, #38, #8, #33, #14, #35, #43, #53, #39, #17, #34, #20, #5, #60, #24, #61, #64, #2, #63, #69, #54, #31, #19, #36, #71, #49, #7, #57, #1, #16 and #62) residents.

F812E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on observations, staff interviews, and review of facility policies, the facility failed to ensure kitchen areas were maintained in a clean and sanitary condition and failed to ensure food was labeled/dated appropriately. This had the potential to affect 72 out of 74 residents who received meals from the facility kitchen, the facility identified two (#21 and #70) residents who received no food by mouth. The facility census was 74. Findings include: 1. The following concerns were noted during the initial kitchen tour conducted on 03/21/22 between 7:25 A.M. and 7:55 A.M. Observation at 7:25 a.m. a black substance on the ceiling, air vents and light fixtures over the preparation tables Interview with the Dining Services Assistant (DSA) #739 at 11:10 A.M. revealed cooks were responsible for cleaning the kitchen. DSA #739 verified the black substance on ceiling and light fixtures stating she did not know what the substance was but that it looked like duct. 2. The following concerns were noted during the initial unit kitchen tours conducted on 03/21/22 between 8:55 A.M. and 9:50 A.M. At 8:55 A.M. the tour of Perry Court kitchen revealed an unlabeled and undated clear plastic container with a white lid containing a pink substance sitting to the right on the first shelf of the refrigerator and an undated, open plastic bag of yellow cheese slices on the second shelf of the refrigerator. At the time of the observation, Dining Service Assistant #839 identified the pink substance as thickener, further adding the pink liquid should have been labeled and dated when it came from the main kitchen. Dining Service Assistant #839 verified the plastic bag holding the yellow cheese was open and should be sealed, labeled and dated. At 9:30 A.M. the tour of Boeckling Court revealed a half full, partially covered white cup with a white plastic spoon sticking out above the rim of the cup containing a white and black substance. The cup was not dated and labeled with a illegible name. Interview with the Director of Dining Services #711 verified this is not the way resident food is to be stored. Further adding facility policy states resident food should be labeled and dated. At 9:50 A.M. the tour of [NAME] kitchen revealed a stainless steel refrigerator in the service kitchen with drip marks down the exterior front and unknown white substance on the ice maker dispenser tray which left residue on finger when rubbed. Inside the refrigerator an opened undated and unlabeled minute maid cranberry apple raspberry juice in left drawer. Additionally, on the right middle shelf an open undated half empty container of broccoli cheddar soup labeled with Resident #55's first name. On the bottom of the open soup container with a use by date of 02/18/22. Interview at the time of the observation, Dining Service Assistant #771 verified the minute maid cranberry apple raspberry juice was open, undated and not labeled, further stating the open juice container should be labeled and dated. Dining Service Assistant #771 verified the use by date of 02/18/22, further stating the soup should have been disposed of. Observation on 03/21/22 at 11:51 A.M. of the [NAME] kitchen ceiling revealed a brown color mark with cracked, peeling paint in a circular pattern to the right of the ceiling light in middle of kitchen above the refrigerator. Interview at the time of the observation with Dining Service Assistant #771 revealed she was unaware of the brown mark with cracked, peeling paint, claiming she has never noticed it. Interview on 03/23/22 at 10:48 A.M. with Maintenance Director #900 and the Administrator revealed there had been a pipe leak a couple [NAME] ago which likely resulted in the ceiling damage to the [NAME] kitchen. The Administrator stated he was unaware of the damage and is not sure why it had not been taken care. 3. During on observation on 03/21/22 at 8:55 A.M. of the refrigerator which was located in the Olganz dining area, outside the kitchen serverery revealed in the freezer there was a Styrofoam container with a utensil handle sticking out of the foil that was covering the container. The observations revealed a paper napkin on top of the Styrofoam container which read 109. No thermometer was visualized in the freezer. Observation of the refrigerator revealed multiple food items in the refrigerator which included a 13 by nine inch glass dish with a brown cookie like substance that was 3/4 the way full, aluminum foil was attached to one end of the dish with the other end sticking straight up half way down the length of the dish, leaving the substance uncovered there was no label on the aluminum foil to indicate the date the food was placed in the refrigerator or what the dish contained. There was a 32 ounce container of great value low fat peach yogurt that was 3/4 empty with a manufacture use by date of 04/14/22, and no other label on the container indicating when the item was placed in the refrigerator or which resident the item belonged to. There was a clear plastic food container with a red lid inside a a plastic zip gallon bag labeled 110, two servings of lasagna, there was no date indicating when the food item was placed in the refrigerator. There was a full 32 ounce plastic container with a label reading Berard's seafood bisque in a brown paper sack labeled room 108, there was no date on the soup container or the bag to indicate when the soup was placed in the refrigerator. There were two pitchers of red liquid, that were approximately 1/4 full, one was dated 03/13/22, and the other was undated. There was one 7-Up, 16 oz bottle with no labeling on the bottle. There was no thermometer visualized in the refrigerator. During an observation of the refrigerator with the Director of Nursing (DON) 03/21/22 at 9:15 A.M. revealed the refrigerator was for employee use. When the contents of the refrigerator and freezer were observed with the DON, the DON identified the item in the freezer was a partial bowl of ice cream. The DON verified there were items in the refrigerator that appeared to be for both staff and resident use. The DON also verified the items lacked the proper labeling and there were not thermometers present in the either the freezer or refrigerator to know if the food was being kept at the correct temperature. The facility confirmed 72 out of 74 residents receive meals from the facility kitchen and there are two (#21 and #70) residents who received no food by mouth. During an observation of the Olganz kitchen serverery refrigerator with Dietary Worker #849 on 03/21/22 at 12:30 P.M. revealed there was a plastic container with a label that read chicken noodle soup dated 03/17/22. Dietary Worker #849 revealed the soup is made up in advance and kept in the refrigerator and served to residents on the hall as they request. Dietary Worker #849 verified the soup was out of date. Review of undated Sanitation Policy revealed the food service areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Further stating under policy interpretation and implementation all kitchens, kitchen areas, dining areas shall be kept clean and free from litter and rubbish with equipment maintained in good repair and shall be free from breaks, corrosions, open seams, cracks and chipped areas. Review of Food Storage Policy dated 2019 revealed food will be stored in areas that are clean, dry and free of contaminants. Stock must be rotated with each new order, old stock out first (first in, first out). Leftover food will be stored in covered containers or wrapped carefully and securely. Each item will be clearly labeled and dated before being refrigerated. Leftover food is used within seven days or discarded. Review of the Leftovers Policy dated 2019 states leftovers will be covered, labeled and dated; then stored appropriately. Leftovers that have not been properly stored will be discarded. Additionally, leftovers can be used within seven days with the day of preparation is counted as day one. Review of the Labeling, Dating and Covering Foods with a revision date of 05/2000 revealed food shall be stored in such a manner to prevent contamination. Open food shall be stored in an appropriate container and covered with plastic wrap or a lid that fits the container. The wrap or lid must be airtight. All foods and containers must be labeled and dated.

F921E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure resident rooms and bathrooms were maintained in good repair. This had the potential to affect 15 (#20, #53, #60, #43, #33, #38, #24, #55, #49, #10, #3, #68, #2, #61, and #372) residents residing on the secured memory care unit. The facility census was 74. Findings include: Observation on 03/21/22 at 8:08 A.M. of Resident #38's room on the secured memory care unit revealed several quarter sized areas on the wall near the closet door with chipped paint and drywall and scrape marks along the walls. Observation on 03/21/22 at 8:31 A.M. of the Parlor B shower room on the secured memory care unit revealed cracked and peeling paint on the ceiling, near the vent. The paint was hanging from the ceiling. Interview on 03/21/22 at 8:44 A.M. of State tested Nurse Aide (STNA) #811 verified the chipped paint and drywall and scrape marks on Resident #38's walls. STNA #811 stated the resident utilized a wheelchair and a hoyer lift and the damage was likely the result of the walls being hit. STNA #811 stated maintenance was generally good about making any needed repairs, if they were aware of the need. STNA #811 was uncertain if any work orders had been submitted for the repairs. Interview on 03/23/22 at 10:48 A.M. of the Administrator, Maintenance Director (MD) #900, and Maintenance Technician (MT) #707 verified the damage to Resident #38's walls and the ceiling in the Parlor B shower room. MT #707 stated the peeling paint on the ceiling in the Parlor B shower room was likely due to hot showers causing condensation resulting in the peeling paint. MD #900 stated the current process was for staff to complete a work order, but staff would sometimes stop MT #707 in the hall and make him aware of any maintenance needs. MT #707 verified maintenance had not received any work orders for Resident #38's room or the Parlor B shower room and he was unaware of any maintenance needs. The Administrator stated the facility would be outsourcing maintenance beginning in April 2022 and he felt this was going to help with addressing any issues and maintaining the facility. The facility confirmed the identified areas of concern had the potential to affect 15 (#20, #53, #60, #43, #33, #38, #24, #55, #49, #10, #3, #68, #2, #61, and #372) residents residing on the secured memory care unit.

F578D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure the residents code status was consistently documented in the medical record. This affected one (#4) out of 31 residents reviewed for advanced directive in the initial pool. The total facility census was 74. Findings include: Review of Resident #4's medical record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . Review of the physician orders [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . Review of the paper medical chart for Resident #4 revealed there was a paper in the front of the medical record with a green sticker that stated Full Code. The paper medical chart had a had DNR paperwork present for Resident #4 and the DNR form had the word FULL written diagonally across the form. Review of Resident #4's care plan revealed there was a care plan in place which stated the resident wished to be a DNRCCA with no intubation dated 02/18/22. During an interview on 03/22/22 at 9:00 A.M. with Registered Nurse (RN) #738 revealed if a resident was found without signs of life the chart would be checked, the nurse indicated the paper medical record in the nurses station for DNR status and she would follow what the medical chart identified. RN #738 was asked if the DNR status was indicated on the resident's electronic medication administration record (EMAR) and the nurse stated yes. RN #738 opened Resident #4's EMAR and verified the DNR status indicated DNRCC-A no intubation. RN #738 then opened Resident #4's electronic orders and verified on 10/01/21 there was an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] .

F883D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to offer pneumococcal vaccinations to residents. This affected one (#16) of five residents reviewed for pneumococcal vaccinations. The facility census was 74. Findings include: Review of the medical record revealed Resident #16 was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 01/06/22 revealed Resident #16 was moderately cognitively impaired and up to date on her pneumococcal vaccine. Review of Resident #16's pneumococcal vaccination record, dated 11/01/19, revealed the resident received a single vaccination of [MEDICATION(S)] (PCV13). The record contained no documentation for vaccination with [MEDICATION(S)] (PPSV23). Interview on 03/23/22 at 3:00 P.M. of Infection Preventionist (IP) #822 revealed pneumococcal vaccination included both a dose of PCV13 and PPSV23. IP #822 stated Resident #16 would have been due for PPSV23 in the fall of 2020, but the resident had COVID-19 in September 2020 and she believed there was a delay in administration of PPSV23 because of that. IP #822 stated she would have to look into whether Resident #16 had been offered PPSV23. Interview on 03/24/22 at 9:44 A.M. of IP #822 verified Resident #16 had not been offered the PPSV23 vaccination. Interview on 03/24/22 at 1:33 P.M. of the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed the admitting nurse verified a resident's vaccination status. The DON stated this was sometimes difficult to do because the resident, family, and physician did not always know the information. The DON stated the facility was working on gaining access to the state's vaccination reporting system to assist with vaccination verification. While the MDS nurse reviewed vaccination status during assessment periods, the DON verified the facility did not have a process in place to monitor and track vaccinations to ensure any additional pneumococcal doses were offered. The DON stated the MDS nurse must have missed Resident #16 had not been offered or received the PPSV23 vaccine. Review of facility policy titled Pneumococcal Immunizations, revised 09/01/21, revealed the DON or designee would coordinate and implement all activities. Additionally, residents age [AGE] years or older would receive PCV13 followed in one year by by PPSV23.

F888D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on the unprecedented global pandemic that resulted in the Presidential declaration of a State of Nation Emergency dated 03/13/20, review of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) memorandum QSO-22-09-ALL, review of the staff Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination list, review of staff personnel records, review of staff timecards, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to implement their vaccination policy and monitor staff members to ensure that 100 percent (%) of staff have received the COVID-19 vaccine, have an approved exception, or have been identified as appropriate temporary delay per Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance. The vaccination rate for the facility was calculated at 96.8%. The facility census was 74. Findings included: Review of the facility staff COVID-19 vaccination list, undated, revealed the facility had a total of 127 employees. There were 102 employees fully vaccinated for COVID-19, two employees partially vaccinated for COVID-19 and 18 employees had granted exemptions. Three, State tested Nursing Assistants (STNA's), #720, #772 and #828, and one, Dietary Services Aide (DSA) #737 were identified as not having been vaccinated, having an exemption or a temporary delay per CDC guidance. This indicated a staff vaccination rate of 96.8%. Interview on 03/22/22 at 10:15 A.M. of Human Resources (HR) #773 verified STNA's #772 and #828 and DSA #737 were not vaccinated for COVID-19 and had not requested an exemption. HR #773 stated STNA #720 was a recent rehire and had no evidence of a COVID-19 vaccination, had not requested an exemption and had no delay per CDC guidance. HR #773 verified STNA's #772, #828, #720, and DSA #737 had been working and providing resident care. HR #773 stated the facility thought they had until April 13, 2022 to be in compliance with the regulation but recently learned they were required to be at 100% staff vaccination rate. HR #773 verified the facility policy indicated all staff employed prior to 12/06/21 had to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to 01/04/22 and staff hired after 12/06/21 must have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine prior to providing any care to residents. The facility confirmed there have been no new COVID-19 cases within the past four weeks. Review of STNA #720's personnel file revealed a hire date of 03/11/22. Review of STNA #720's timecard report from 03/11/22 through 03/23/22 revealed she worked on 03/11/22, 03/19/22, and 03/20/22. Review of STNA #772's personnel file revealed a hire date of 09/13/21. Review of STNA #772's timecard report from 02/13/21 through 03/23/22 revealed the STNA worked 02/18/22, 02/21/22, 02/26/22, 02/27/22, 03/04/22, 03/07/22, 03/12/22, 03/13/22, 03/18/22, and 03/21/22. Review of STNA #828's personnel file revealed a hire date of 10/15/03. Review of a timecard report from 02/13/22 through 03/23/22 revealed STNA #828 worked 02/16/22, 02/17/22, 02/18/22, 02/21/22, 02/22/22, 02/23/22, 02/24/22, 02/26/22, 02/27/22, 03/02/22, 03/03/22, 03/04/22, 03/07/22, 03/08/22, 03/09/22, 03/10/22, 03/12/22, 03/13/22, 03/16/22, 03/17/22, 03/18/22, and 03/21/22. Review of DSA #737's personnel file revealed a hire date of 11/29/21. Review of a timecard report from 02/13/22 through 03/23/22 revealed DSA #737 worked 02/16/22, 02/17/22, 02/18/22, 02/23/22, 02/24/22, 02/25/22, 02/26/22, 02/27/22, 03/02/22, 03/03/22, 03/04/22, 03/09/22, 03/10/22, 03/12/22, 03/13/22, 03/16/22, 03/17/22, and 03/18/22. Review of facility policy titled COVID-19 Staff Vaccine Policy, dated 11/16/21, revealed all staff hired or engaged before 12/06/21 must have received, at a minimum, the first dose of a primary series or a single dose COVID-19 vaccine by 12/05/21. All staff hired or engaged before 12/06/21 must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by 01/04/22. Additionally, all staff hired or engaged after 12/06/21 must have received, at a minimum, the first dose of a two dose COVID-19 vaccine or a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine prior to staff providing any care, treatment, or other services for the community and/or its residents. Further review revealed exemptions would be made under certain circumstances and staff requesting an exemption should contact human resources. Review of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) memorandum, QSO-22-09-ALL regarding COVID-19 health care staff vaccination, dated 01/14/22, revealed CMS expected all providers' and suppliers' staff to have received the appropriate number of doses by the time frames specified in the QSO-22-07 unless exempted as required by law, or delayed as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Facility staff vaccination rates under 100% constitute non-compliance under this rule. Within 30 days after issuance of this memorandum, less than 100% of all staff have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, or have a pending request for, or have been granted a qualifying exemption, or identified as having a temporary delay as recommended by the CDC, the facility is non-compliant under the rule. Within 60 days after issuance of this memorandum, 100% of staff have received the necessary doses to complete the vaccine series (i.e., one dose of a single-dose vaccine or all doses of a multiple-dose vaccine series), or have been granted a qualifying exemption, or identified as having a temporary delay as recommended by the CDC, the facility is compliant under the rule.

F698D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review and resident and staff interview, the facility failed to monitor a residents [CONDITION(S)] catheter access site and failed to monitor the resident upon return to the facility after [CONDITION(S)] treatment. This affected one (#273) of one residents reviewed for [CONDITION(S)]. The total facility census was 74. Findings include: Review of Resident #273's medical record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . Review of Resident #273 physician orders [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . Review of Resident #273's care plan revealed the resident had a care plan initiated on 03/20/20 stating I utilize HEMO [CONDITION(S)] related to end stage renal disease. The care plan contained an intervention to clinically assess the resident upon return to the facility from [CONDITION(S)] center dated 03/20/20. Review of Resident #273's progress notes revealed progress note 03/17/22 at 4:52 P.M. revealed the resident returned from having [CONDITION(S)] catheter placed. Review of Resident #273's Treatment Administration Record (TAR) for March 2022 revealed the record contained no documentation to the resident having her [CONDITION(S)] access site checked on 03/17/22, 03/18/22, or 03/19/22. Resident #273 did not have her [CONDITION(S)] access site monitored every shift until 03/20/22. Review of progress note dated 03/18/22 at 10:32 P.M. revealed Resident #273 requested her [CONDITION(S)] catheter to be checked as she felt it was pulling and the nurse charted the Registered Nurse (RN) supervisor assessed the area and reinforced the dressing. The progress notes contained no documentation regarding any other assessment or monitoring of the [CONDITION(S)] access catheter. Review of progress note dated 03/19/22 at 10 :54 P.M. revealed Resident #273 had her first [CONDITION(S)] today reports being tired no other issue. Review of progress note on 03/19/22 at 11:25 P.M. revealed the note was a skilled progress note with no mention of the resident return from [CONDITION(S)] clinical assessment. Review of Resident #273's hard medical record revealed post [CONDITION(S)] clinical assessment documentation was complete for [CONDITION(S)] services on 03/21/22; however, the post [CONDITION(S)] clinical assessment documentation was not completed after the first [CONDITION(S)] treatment on 03/19/22. During an interview with Resident #273 on 03/21/22 at 1:24 P.M. revealed the facility staff have not been assessing her [CONDITION(S)] catheter. During an interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #704 on 03/23/22 at 10:00 A.M. revealed if a resident at the facility has [CONDITION(S)] services the [CONDITION(S)] access would be monitored and assessed every shift. During an interview with RN #752 on 03/23/22 at 10:57 A.M. confirmed Resident #273 did not have documentation of the [CONDITION(S)] catheter being ordered to be monitored until 03/20/22 and the record contained no documentation to the resident's catheter being monitored from 03/17/22 when it was inserted until 03/20/22 with the exception of one time on 03/18/22 when the resident requested to have the catheter assessed. During an interview with RN #738 on 03/23/22 at 9:40 A.M. revealed Resident #273 leaves for [CONDITION(S)] early before her shift starts at 7:00 A.M. and returns around 11:00 A.M. During an interview with LPN #704 on 03/23/22 at 10:00 A.M. revealed if a resident at the facility has [CONDITION(S)] services it is the standard to assess the resident upon return to the facility after [CONDITION(S)] treatment. LPN #704 revealed the assessment would include obtaining the resident's vital signs and checking the access site. During an interview with RN #738 on 03/23/22 at 11:05 A.M. confirmed the post [CONDITION(S)] clinical assessment was not completed on 03/19/22 after the resident returned to the facility from [CONDITION(S)] treatment. RN #738 also confirmed the [CONDITION(S)] treatment time for 03/19/22 was at 6:00 A.M. During an interview with RN #801 on 03/24/22 at 3:30 P.M. revealed the facility does not have a policy for [CONDITION(S)].

Inspection of December 7, 2020

1 finding
F880F · No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespread

Based on record review, observations, staff interviews, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention guidelines, review of the facility Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) policy, the facility failed to complete the screening questionnaire upon entrance to the facility. This had the potential to affect 68 of 68 residents who reside in the facility. In addition, the facility failed to ensure staff had eye protection in place when in the resident care areas. This affected 27 (#10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, #19, #20, #21, #22, #23, #24, #25, #26, #27, #28, #29, #30, #31, #32, #33, #34, #35, #36) of 27 residents who reside on Perry Hall in the non-COVID-19 unit. The facility census was 68. Findings include: 1. Observations on 12/03/20 at 11:50 A.M., of the front entrance area, revealed Receptionist #100 was the person responsible for screening for COVID-19. She took the surveyors temperature but did not ask the screening questions upon entrance to the facility. For example, the questions related to if you have been out of the country, in contact with someone who has tested positive, and if the person had been tested recently. Interview on 12/03/20 at 12:10 P.M. with Receptionist #100, revealed she got sidetracked and forgot to do the questionnaire. The Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed the COVID-19 questionnaire was to be completed on every person entering the building. 2. Observations on 12/03/20 at 12:30 P.M., of State tested Nursing Assistants (STNA's) #101, #103, and License Practical Nurse (LPN) #102, revealed they were not wearing eye protection while providing care to the residents on the Perry Hall which was non-COVID unit. The DON confirmed the staff were not wearing eye protection and all staff were to wear face shields or goggles. Interview on 12/03/20 at 12:33 P.M., with the DON, revealed all staff working in the facility were to wear eye goggles or face shields. Review of the CDC website (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/nursing-homes responding.html), dated 04/30/20, recommended all COVID-19 personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn during care of residents under observation, which included the use of eye protection (i.e., goggles or a disposable face shield that covers the front and sides of the face), gloves, and gown. Review of the facility policy titled, Covid-19 Plan, effective 03/01/20, revealed all persons entering the building must sign in and complete a health screen including a temperature check. Staff should use the facility's health screening tools for screening of staff and outside persons.

Inspection of March 12, 2020

2 findings
F580D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on record review, staff interview and policy review, the facility failed to notify a resident's representative of a newly developed pressure ulcer. This affected one (#60) of three residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. The facility census was 79. Findings include Review of the closed medical record for Resident #60 revealed an admission date of [DATE]. [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Review of the significant change Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 12/28/19, revealed the resident had impaired cognition. Review of the weekly ulcer tracking tool dated 01/11/20 at 9:58 P.M. revealed Resident #60 had a stage two (partial thickness loss of dermis presenting as a shallow open ulcer with a red pink wound bed, without slough) pressure ulcer to the sacrum. The area measured three centimeters (cm) in length, two cm in width, and 0.1 cm in depth. The wound was assessed as round, with no tunneling and no undermining. The wound had no odor and the resident had no pain at the time of the wound assessment. The wound had scant serous (thin watery) drainage. The skin surrounding the wound was noted as [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]tous (red) and without maceration (lighter in color and wrinkly). The wound bed color was noted as other with no description. The wound assessment noted granulation tissue was not present in the wound bed. Review of the nurse's notes dated 01/11/20 through 01/30/20 revealed no evidence the resident's representative was notified of the resident's skin break down. Interview on 03/12/20 at 3:04 P.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #275 revealed there was no documentation to support Resident #60's representative was notified of the resident's stage two pressure ulcer. Review of facility policy titled Pressure Ulcer Care, revised 02/01/12, revealed for staff to notify resident and/or family member/responsible party of skin breakdown and document notification in the medical record. This citation substantiated allegations in Complaint Number OH 515.

F686D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on review of the medical record, staff interviews and policy review, the facility failed to accurately assess and monitor pressure ulcer wounds. This affected two (#60 and #63) of three residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. The facility identified eight residents with pressure ulcers. The facility census was 79. Finding include Review of the closed medical record for Resident #60 revealed an admission date of [DATE]. [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Review of the physician order [REDACTED]. Review of the significant change Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 12/28/19, revealed the Resident #60 had impaired cognition. Review of the weekly ulcer tracking tool dated 01/11/20 at 9:58 P.M. revealed Resident #60 had a stage two stage two (partial thickness loss of dermis presenting as a shallow open ulcer with a red pink wound bed, without slough) pressure ulcer to the sacrum. The area measured three centimeters (cm) in length, two cm in width, and 0.1 cm in depth. The wound was assessed as round, with no tunneling and no undermining. The wound had no odor present. The resident had no pain at the time of the wound assessment. The wound had scant serous (thin watery) drainage. The skin surrounding the wound was notes as [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]tous (red) and without maceration (lighter in color and wrinkly). The wound bed color was noted as other with no description. The wound assessment noted granulation tissue was not present in the wound bed. Continued review of the weekly ulcer tracking tools revealed weekly wound assessments and measurements for the stage two sacral ulcer were not completed from 01/23/20 through the resident's discharge from the facility on 02/05/20. Interview on 03/12/20 at 3:04 P.M., Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #275 verified Resident #60 required weekly wound assessments. LPN #275 verified there was no documentation Resident #60's pressure ulcer was assessed after 01/22/20. LPN #275 revealed the resident's wound should have been assessed on 01/29/20 and 02/05/20. Review of facility policy titled Pressure Ulcer Care, revised 02/01/12, revealed to assess pressure ulcer at least weekly for effectiveness of treatment and other pressure ulcer reduction/prevention interventions until pressure ulcer is documented as healed. 2. Review of the medical record for Resident #63 revealed an admitted d of 12/20/19. [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Review of the ulcer tracking tool dated 12/20/19 revealed the resident had a stage two pressure ulcer to the coccyx measuring three cm in length by 1.3 cm in width by 0.1 cm in depth. The wound was assessed as irregular with no tunneling, no undermining, no odor present. The surrounding skin was noted as intact. Review of a physician order [REDACTED]. Review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #63 had impaired cognition. Further review of the assessment revealed the resident required the extensive assistance of two staff for bed mobility, transfers, and toileting. The resident was clinically assessed with [REDACTED]. Further review of the ulcer tracking tools revealed the wound measurements were not completed for the resident on 02/29/20 and 03/07/20. Interview on 03/12/20 at 4:42 P.M., LPN #275 verified the weekly wound measurements were not completed for Resident #63 on 02/29/20 and 03/07/20. Review of facility policy titled Pressure Ulcer Care, revised 02/01/12, revealed to assess pressure ulcer at least weekly for effectiveness of treatment and other pressure ulcer reduction/prevention interventions until pressure ulcer is documented as healed. This deficiency substantiated allegations in Complaint Number OH 515.

Inspection of April 11, 2019

1 finding
F880E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on medical record review, observation, staff interview, review of facility policy and procedures, the facility failed to ensure a resident who was positive with Influenza B wore personal protective equipment (PPE) when exiting their room. This had the potential to affect 13 residents (#23, #48, #62, #66, #67, #73, #224, #225, #226, #227, #228, #229, #230) residing in the 100 neighborhood. The facility census was 76. Findings include: Medical record review for Resident #23 with an admission date of [DATE] with diagnose including dementia with behavioral disturbance, anxiety disorder, and [MEDICAL CONDITION]. Review of the physician orders [REDACTED]. In addition, Resident #23 to be on droplet precautions. Review of the Treatment Administration record (TAR) dated 04/09/19 revealed Droplet precautions every shift. Observation on 04/09/19 at 12:26 P.M. revealed Resident #23 has PPE's outside of his/her room with a sign reading to see the nurse before entering. In addition, Resident #23 was outside of his/her room without a mask while sitting in wheelchair in the 100 area. This was verified with Registered Nurse (RN) #250 and the Director of Nursing (DON). The facility confirmed this had the potential to affect 13 residents (#23, #48, #62, #66, #67, #73, #224, #225, #226, #227, #228, #229, #230) residing in the 100 neighborhood who could then be exposed to the Influenza B virus. Review of facility policy titled Isolation, undated, revealed droplet precautions refer to the actions designed to reduce/prevent the transmission of pathogen spread through close respiratory or mucous membrane contact with respiratory secretions.

Inspection of November 4, 2018

1 finding
F760G · Actual harm, isolated

Based on medical record review, hospital record review, review of staff written statements, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure physician orders [REDACTED].#76) resident. This resulted in actual harm for Resident #76 when a Registered Nurse failed to input physician's orders [REDACTED]. This affected one (#76) of three residents reviewed for potassium administration. The facility identified 24 residents to be receiving potassium. The facility census was 75. Findings include: Review of Resident #76 medical record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment revealed Resident #76 had a moderate cognitive deficit. Review of physician orders [REDACTED].#76 was ordered the potassium supplement [MEDICATION NAME] 25 millequivalents (mEq) twice a day. On 09/06/18 the physician ordered a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) be ordered for every Monday. This laboratory tests includes a check of the potassium level in the body. Review of the CMP laboratory (lab) test dated 09/10/18, revealed the resident had a low potassium level of 3.0 (normal 3.5-5.5). Review of physician orders [REDACTED]. Review of the CMP lab test dated 09/12/18 revealed Resident #76's potassium remained low at 2.8. The physician increased Resident #76's [MEDICATION NAME] ER to three times a day and repeat the CMP on 09/14/18. The physician also ordered a one time dose of [MEDICATION NAME] ER 40 mEq. Review of the CMP lab test dated 09/14/18 revealed Resident #76's potassium was within normal at 5.3. Review of the nurse's notes dated 09/14/18 at 5:00 P.M. documented Resident #76 was increasingly confused and appeared restless. The resident was unable to focus when talking to her. Resident #76 complained of feeling nauseated and tried to vomit, but only white foam was present. Vital signs were within normal limits. The physician was called and notified of symptoms and lab results. The note documented the physician ordered [MEDICATION NAME] for the nausea, changed the [MEDICATION NAME] order, and directed staff to monitor the resident. The note indicated the Nurse Practitioner (NP) was also notified and ordered immediate labs as well. A review of the medical record revealed no written orders from the physician for 09/14/18. Review of Resident #76 (MONTH) (YEAR) electronic Medication Administration Record [REDACTED]. Review of the nurse's notes dated 09/16/18 at 2:00 P.M. revealed Resident #76's confusion had worsened throughout the day. Resident #76 seemed to be reaching for things that were not there and her speech was incoherent. The NP was notified and an order was received to send Resident #76 to the emergency room for evaluation. The family was aware and in agreement. Review of the hospital lab results dated 09/16/18 revealed upon admission Resident #76's potassium level was critically high at 7.8. Review of a written statement dated 09/17/18, Registered Nurse (RN) #100 revealed on 09/14/18 the nurse paged the physician due to the resident's altered mental status and restlessness. At that time the physician ordered to change the resident's potassium medication to twice per day instead of three times per day, administered [MEDICATION NAME] 25 milligrams (mg) every four hours as needed and then to monitor the patient. Prior to paging the physician, RN #100 called the NP and whom ordered immediate labs. RN #1 documented she put the orders in the electronic record/eMAR after receiving them. RN #100 noted after putting the orders in the computer, the screen went black and would not turn back on until the computer was plugged in to an electrical outlet. RN #100 indicated she did not ensure the orders were in the eMAR once power was restored to the computer. Interview on 11/04/18 at 2:50 P.M., the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed Resident #76 received an extra dose of potassium daily from 09/14/18 through her discharge to the hospital on [DATE]. The DON indicated the resident did not return to the facility following her transfer to the hospital. This deficiency substantiates Complaint Number OH 795.

Inspection of September 16, 2010

1 finding
F323G · Actual harm, isolated

Based on medical record review, staff interview, review of the a Interdisciplinary Resident and Family Tracking Record, review of the physical therapy records, review of fall investigation documents, and review of the facility's fall policy, the facility failed to provide adequate supervision for two residents out of three residents (#56 and #79), the facility identified with falls which resulted in fracture. This resulted in actual harm to Resident #56 who experienced an avoidable fall and sustained a right ankle fracture which required surgical intervention. Additionally, this result in actual harm to Resident #79 who experienced an avoidable fall which resulted in a left wrist fracture. Findings include: 1. Review of Resident #56's medical record revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. She had current [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Review of a Resident Assessment Protocol (RAP) dated 02/03/10, revealed the resident transferred herself independently most of the time. She ambulated with a wheeled walker throughout the building with distant supervision. Her gait could be unsteady and she needed cueing to walk slowly. The resident refused to wear an ankle brace for support even with counseling. The RAP noted the resident had a "long history of falls and non-compliance with safety interventions". She could repeat what she should do to help prevent falls, but did not comply. Review of the plan of care for risk for falls (initiated on 04/26/05), revealed multiple risk factors for falls were documented and included the use of a psychotropic medications, impaired vision, impaired balance, poor coordination, unsteady gait, pain and non-compliance with safety issues The plan of care was revised on 02/02/10, and documented current interventions for staff to remind the resident to ask for help when she goes to and from the bathroom at night; staff to give positive reinforcement for following safety interventions; and instruct Resident #56 regarding being non-compliant with interventions and continue to educate. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] identified the resident with short-term and long-term memory problems, poor decision making skills, she was easily distracted and her mental function varied over the course of the day. She had repetitive health complaints, an unpleasant mood in the mornings, sad facial expressions, persistent anger, repetitive anxious complaints, disruptive behavior symptoms and her mood was not easily altered. She required oversight/encouragement or cueing for ambulation in her room, corridor and on/off of the unit. Her standing balance was unsteady but she was able to re-balance herself without physical support. She had a fall in the past 30 days and 31 to 180 days. Review of a nurse's note dated 04/09/10 at 10:40 P.M., revealed the nurse heard Resident #56 yelling out for help. The resident was found on the floor in front of her closet door. The resident was assessed with [REDACTED]. The resident denied pain at that time. A fall intervention was implemented for staff to check the resident's room at the end of each shift for clothing to be picked up or hung up. On 04/16/10 at 6:55 P.M., the nurse noted that the resident was non-compliant with wearing her shoes when she was walking around and not using her walker when she walked throughout the facility. On 04/17/10 at 1:27 P.M., Resident #56 was observed by the nurse to walk to and from her bathroom in her room without shoes on or the use of her walker. On 04/18/10 at 1:53 P.M., the nurse documented that the resident was up walking around in her room without shoes on or the use of her walker throughout the shift. On 04/20/10 at 1:17 P.M., it was noted that the resident was up walking in her room without her walker or shoes on. On 05/29/10 at 10:33 P.M., the nurse noted the resident's gait was unsteady at times. A nurse's noted dated 06/05/10 at 3:50 P.M., revealed the resident was found in "B-pod's" bathroom in the bathtub. This note indicated when the resident attempted to get up from the toilet, she slipped and fell in the tub. She had a reddened area on her upper left side of her back with no complaints of pain or discomfort at this time. On 07/10/10 at 2:21 P.M., the resident informed the nurse she fell while in her room. An abrasion was noted on both of her knees. The resident stated to the nurse that she had gotten herself up after the fall. Resident #56 walked without the walker in her room. The resident was "reminded that she needed to call staff when she falls and needed to wait until staff gets there to get up" and to use her walker. On 07/13/10 at 2:40 P.M., the resident remained in her room throughout the shift and walked around her room without her walker or shoes on. On 07/19/10 at 2:10 P.M., she told the nurse that she had a broken right ankle and demanded an x-ray. It was documented that the "resident was unsure how the area got hurt". The resident limped and favored her right ankle when up walking with a wheeled walker. An x-ray was obtained and was negative. On 08/06/10 at 1:44 P.M., the nurse noted the resident was up walking without using her walker. A nurse's note dated 09/03/10 at 11:00 A.M., indicated the nurse reminded the resident about the importance of using her walker, non-skid socks or slippers and to call for assistance. The note documented the resident "was non-compliant". At 11:13 P.M., the resident was found on the floor in her bathroom. She stated to the nurse that she was washing up and slipped and fell forward. The resident was able to move all of her extremities without difficulty. She stated she did not hit her head but complained of her legs and toes being slightly "sore". Both of her knees were reddened and a small red area was noted on the top of her right foot. The resident was not wearing slipper socks or using her walker at the time. She was reminded by the nurse the importance of wearing the slipper socks and using her walker. The resident voiced understanding at the time. On 09/04/10 at 9:15 A.M., Resident #56 was in her room yelling for help. She stated to the nurse that she was not able to stand on her right ankle. The resident was taken to the dining room for breakfast in a wheelchair. At 9:40 A.M., the physician returned the nurse's call and was updated on the resident's 09/03/10 fall and complaints of right ankle pain and not being able to stand on it. The physician ordered an x-ray of the right ankle. At 10:10 A.M., the resident's bathroom light was on and staff responded to the light. The resident informed the nurse that she fell again and got herself up. She was walking to the bathroom without the use of her walker or wheelchair when she fell . She got herself up and continued to walk to the bathroom without her walker. On 09/05/10 at 12:23 A.M. (a late entry for 09/04/10), Resident #56's father came to the facility at lunch time to report that the resident had indeed broken her ankle. She was be admitted to the hospital and would require surgical repair the next day on Sunday, 09/05/10. Review of the fall investigation dated 09/04/10, revealed interventions to remind Resident #56 of the importance of using her walker and non-skid socks/slippers. She was also to be reminded to call for assistance. And, that she was non-compliant. On 09/15/10 at 10:58 A.M., the Corporate Nurse stated that the facility did not use alarms in-house because she thought it caused more falls, staff did not listen for the alarms or ignored them and they startled the residents. On 09/15/10 at 2:55 P.M., the director of nursing (DON) stated that staff attempted different interventions such as ensuring the resident's clothing was picked up off of the floor. She verified the interventions that were documented on the fall investigation following the fall on 09/03/10. The DON verified that despite repeated falls and awareness of the resident's noncompliance, no interventions to address the resident's supervision needs were implemented. On 09/16/10 at 11:12 A.M., the administrator stated that staff provided good care for Resident #56. He stated she was non-compliant in regards to using her walker, wearing shoes or non-skid slipper socks, using the call light to summon staff for assistance and was difficult due to her diagnoses. Review of the facility's "Falls Program Policy," revised in May 2008, revealed that if a fall occurs, the nurse will review and/or complete a fall risk assessment and initiate a fall investigation with other caregivers as appropriate. Assessment and investigative information, gathered immediately after the fall, is used to determine whether new or modified interventions are put in place, they are care planned, carried over to the nursing assistant assignment sheet, and communicated shift to shift. A designated falls team will meet to discuss fall incidents that have occurred. The team will review the findings of the fall investigation and the appropriateness of any new or modified interventions put in place. 2. Review of Resident #79's medical record revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] status [REDACTED]. She had [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Review of the initial MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed the resident to have short-term and long-term memory problems, no recall ability, poor decision making skills, she was easily distracted, had altered perception, disorganized speech, her mental function varied over the course of the day and her cognitive status had deteriorated. She had persistent anger and her mood was not easily altered. She required extensive assistance of one person physical assistance for transfers and limited assistance of one person physical assistance for ambulation in her room, corridors and on/off the unit. During a standing balance test, she required partial physical support during the test; or stood but did not follow directions. Review of an interim plan of care developed on 08/24/10, revealed the resident was at high risk for falls. An intervention for the mobility plan of care revealed the resident was to ambulate with one person hands on and 30 minute checks for the first 72 hours and hourly rounds Review of the "Physical Therapy Transfer and Ambulation Assessment," dated 08/24/10, revealed Resident #79's weight bearing status was 50% partial weight bearing on the left lower extremity, the transfer assistance needed was contact guard and use of a front wheeled rolling walker. Review of the nurse's notes revealed documentation on 08/25/10 at 10:40 A.M. that the resident was very forgetful and needed frequent cueing and redirection at times. She ambulated with a walker and assistance for short distances. Weight bearing status was maintained to her left leg as ordered, with frequent reminding. On 08/26/10 at 10:50 A.M., Resident #79 ambulated with her walker and standby assistance. She maintained weight bearing to her left leg as ordered, with frequent reminding. On 08/29/10 at 10:06 A.M., the resident ambulated with a walker and standby assistance. She maintained weight bearing status as ordered with cueing. At 11:49 P.M., the nurse noted the resident was forgetful. She was seen getting up without assistance twice and was reminded that she needed to put the call light on when she needed something. A nurse note dated 08/30/10 at 7:00 P.M., noted the resident got up and walked with her wheeled walker, her gait was slow and steady. She needed much encouragement and reminding to use the call light but it was not effective. A nurse note dated 09/09/10 at 5:20 A.M., revealed Resident #79 was found on the floor in her room by her doorway. She was dressed and had her walker standing beside her. The room was well lit. She was "sitting on the floor on her butt with her arms behind her as if she braced herself when she fell ". At the time, she stated "I hurt my arm". The nurse assessed the resident's arm and found her left wrist was displaced, swelling was noted, and the resident was unable to move her fingers on the left hand. The physician was notified and an order was obtained to send her to the local hospital's emergency department (ED) for an evaluation and treatment. The ED was called, a report was given, ED staff were informed of the recent left hip fracture and the need to check it due to the resident appeared to have landed more on her left side. The immediate fall intervention when the resident returned from the ED was to start every 15 minute checks and encourage her to ask for assistance when wanting to ambulate. Review of the "Falls Investigation Worksheet," dated 09/09/10, revealed the resident had two falls in the last 30 days, had cognitive impairment, required supervision and her call light was not within reach. On 09/16/10 at 9:50 A.M., the director of nursing verified the falls investigation worksheet documented the call bell was not within reach of Resident #79.

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