Riverside Health and Rehabilitation

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Dec 30, 2022

  Based on observations, interviews, record review, document review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to provide adequate assistance during incontinence care to prevent a fall with injury for one (Resident #56) of three sampled residents whose clinical records were reviewed for accidents. This deficient practice resulted in Resident #56 sustaining lacerations to both lower extremities and being sent to a hospital for treatment. Findings included: A review of the facility policy titled, Positioning and Moving the Patient, last reviewed on 12/04/2021, revealed for log rolling a resident It is the intent of this center to provide patients with care that promotes good body alignment. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF880Feb 15, 2026

  Based on observations, staff interviews, record review, and review of the facility's policies titled, Laundry Services, Infection Prevention Plan Policy, and Hand Hygiene, the facility failed to utilize effective infection control protocols in the laundry department and during perineal care for one of 40 sampled residents (R) (R2). This deficient practice had the potential to place residents at risk of infections related to cross-contamination. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Laundry Services, review date 12/27/2025, revealed under Guideline, and Routine Handling of Soiled Linen, Standard precautions will be used by clinical and laundry staff handling the linen . […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF761Nov 15, 2024

  Based on observations, staff interviews, and review of the facility's policy titled Pharmacy Services: Medication Storage in the Care Center, the facility failed to store medications and biologicals at proper temperatures to preserve their integrity in one of one medication storage refrigerator. This deficient practice created the potential for residents to receive medications with altered effectiveness. The facility census was 72 residents. Findings include: Review of the facility policy titled Pharmacy Services: Medication Storage in the Care Center, dated 2023, revealed the Intent section stated, To facilitate safe, secure, and proper storage of medications and biologicals following manufacturer's recommendations or those of the supplier. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF676Dec 30, 2022

  Based on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve a resident's ability to carry out activities of daily living (ADLs) for three (Resident #17, Resident #41, and Resident #56) of six residents reviewed. Specifically, Resident #17, Resident #41, and Resident #56 did not receive restorative care services as recommended by the therapy department to maintain mobility. Findings included: Review of a facility policy titled, Skilled Inpatient Services - Restorative, dated 12/04/2021, specified the intent of the policy was, To provide nursing interventions that promote the patient's ability to adapt and adjust to living as independently and as safely as possible. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF677Dec 30, 2022

  Based on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure four (Residents #25, #45, #47, and #17) of six residents reviewed for activities of daily living (ADL) care, who were unable to carry out ADLs, received the necessary services to maintain good grooming. Specifically, the facility failed to provide nail care for Residents #25, #45, and #47 and failed to provide showers for Resident #17. Findings included: A review of a facility policy titled, Care of Fingernails/Toenails, revealed, It is the intent of this center to provide appropriate nail care to all patients. The policy further indicated guidelines for providing care that included, Identify resident. Gently, clean under each nail. You may have to soak hand before cleaning. […]