Savannah Post Acute LLC

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Savannah Post Acute LLC, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF804Jul 29, 2026

  Based on observations and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure dietary staff followed standardized recipes and accurately measured ingredients when preparing pureed foods. This failure compromised the nutritional value and flavor of meals provided to five of five sampled residents [R] who required a pureed consistency diet. This deficient practice created the potential for decreased nutritional intake and possible weight loss for residents receiving a pureed diet.Findings include:During an observation on 07/28/2026 at 4:12 PM of puree preparation, [NAME] EE stated that no recipes were used when preparing the pureed meal. Observation of the pureed sweet potatoes revealed the potatoes initially could not be blended to a smooth consistency, and water was added. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF725Apr 12, 2024

  Based on staff interviews, a review of the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) Staffing Data Report, and a review of the facility document titled Facility Assessment Tool 2024, the facility failed to ensure adequate nursing staff for the first quarter of 2024. The deficient practice had the potential to adversely affect the care and services provided to the residents residing in the facility. The census was 109 residents. Findings include: A review of the PBJ Staffing Data Report Quarter 1 2024 (October 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023) revealed that based on the data submitted, the facility triggered for a One-Star Staffing Rating (Failure to submit PBJ data by the deadline, more than 4 days in the quarter without Registered Nurse (RN) Staffing hours, failure to respond to, submit… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF726Apr 12, 2024

  Based on staff interviews and a review of the facility document titled Certified Medication Aide Bi-Annual Checklist, the facility failed to ensure that services provided by Certified Medication Aides (CMA) met professional standards of quality. Specifically, the facility failed to provide evidence that three of four CMAs completed a Medication Administration Competency Skills Checklist for CMAs before being allowed to administer medications to residents. This deficient practice had the potential to result in adverse outcomes for residents related to medication administration. The census was 109 residents. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Apr 12, 2024

  Based on observations, staff interviews, and review of the facility's policies titled Equipment and Environment, the facility failed to ensure that the kitchen walls, floors, and equipment were clean and free of rust, debris, and grease buildup and failed to use un-expired quaternary test strips in the three-compartment sink. The deficient practices had the potential to place all residents who received an oral diet from the kitchen at risk of contracting a foodborne illness. The census was 109 residents. Findings include: A review of the facility's policy titled Equipment, revised ,d+[DATE], revealed the Policy Statementof All foodservice equipment will be clean, sanitary, and in proper working order. The Procedures section stated: 1. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF814Apr 12, 2024

  Based on observations, staff interviews, and a review of the facility's policies titled Dispose of Garbage and Refuse and Environment, the facility failed to ensure the outdoor garbage and refuse area was free of litter and maintained in a sanitary manner for two of two dumpsters. The deficient practice had the potential to promote the harboring of pests, insects, and other organisms and create the potential for disease transmission by pests and rodents. The census was 109 residents. Findings include: A review of the facility policy titled Dispose of Garbage and Refuse, dated 8/2017, revealed the Policy Statement of All garbage and refuse will be collected and disposed of in a safe and effective manner. The Procedures section stated: 1. […]