Saint Joseph Villa

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Saint Joseph Villa, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Immediate jeopardy, isolatedF678Aug 29, 2022

  Based on review of established guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the facility's policies, review of residents' clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that CPR was provided in accordance with facility policy, physician's orders [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . This deficiency was identified as Immediate Jeopardy past non-compliance. Findings Include: Review of the facility's policy titled Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is defined as an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating. […]

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Mar 3, 2025

  Based on staff interviews, review of the clinical record and facility documentation, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a resident was properly monitored and assessed during a hot pack treatment. This failure resulted in actual harm to Resident R302 who sustained a burn on the right shoulder (Resident R302). Findings include: Review of the facility's undated policy, Commercial Hot Packs/Thermal Agent Treatment, indicated the rehabilitation therapist will follow established techniques when applying commercial hot packs as a treatment modality. Further review of the policy indicated the packs are stored in a thermostatically controlled cabinet in water at a temperature of 150-170 degrees Fahrenheit. […]

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Aug 29, 2022

  Based on the review of clinical records, facility policies, facility documentation and interviews with staff it was determined that the facility failed to provide appropriate supervision and assistance to one resident who required assistance during meals. This failure resulted in actual harm to Resident R26 who spilled oatmeal on her thigh on two separate incidents and sustained [CONDITION(S)]. Finding Include: Review of facility policy, Assistance with Meals revised on August 2022 revealed, Residents who cannot feed themselves will be fed with attention to safety, comfort and dignity. The staff shall read resident Kardex prior to providing care to the residents. Residents who required feeding assistance will have trays brought to them. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF732Jan 30, 2026

  Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to accurately display facility daily nurse staff hours as required.Findings include:On January 30, 2026, at 10:07 a.m., an observational tour was conducted with the Social Worker, Employee E9, on the second floor nursing unit. The tour of the facility revealed that staffing information was not posted in the lobby or on the nursing units.In an interview on January 30, 2026, at 10:15 a.m., the Administrator confirmed that accurate nurse staffing information had not been posted in the lobby or on the nursing units.28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(3) Management.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812Apr 26, 2024

  Based on observation, review of facility policy and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain acceptable practices for the storage and service of food related to labeling and staorage of foods in the main kitchen. Findings include: Food safety and inspection standards for safe food handling indicate that everything that comes in contact with food must be kept clean and food that is mishandled can lead to foodborne illness. Safe steps in food handling, cooking, and storage are essential in preventing foodborne illness. You cannot always see, smell, or taste harmful bacteria that may cause illness according to the USDA (The United States Department of Agriculture, also known as the Agriculture Department, is the U.S. […]