Schoellkopf Health Center

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Schoellkopf Health Center, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Immediate jeopardy, isolatedF578Mar 8, 2023

  Based on observation, interview and record review conducted during an Abbreviated survey (Complaint #NY00311631) completed the facility failed to ensure the system developed for advance directives was implemented in a manner that was consistent with residents' wishes for one (Resident #1) of six residents reviewed. Specifically, the facility failed to update Resident #1's MOLST (Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment) status on the Closet Care Plan and Resident #1's wrist band after the resident changed their MOLST status to DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) on [DATE]. Subsequently, on [DATE] Resident #1 was found unresponsive and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) was initiated and sent to the emergency room (ER). Resident was resuscitated and returned to the facility on [DATE]. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF925Aug 22, 2025

  Based on observation, interview and record review conducted during the Standard survey completed on 08/22/2025, the facility did not maintain a pest- free environment and an effective pest control program. Specifically, there was of evidence of rodents (dead rodents, rodent droppings) and complaints of rodent sightings in resident rooms. The findings are:The policy and procedure titled Pest Control, revised 11/2024, documented pests can present significant health risks, including the spread of disease, contamination of supplies, and deterioration of hospital infrastructure. The Environmental Services Department is responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance of facilities to minimize conditions conducive to pest infestations. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF925May 6, 2025

  Based on observation, interview, and record review during a Complaint Investigation (Complaint #NY00370870), the facility did not maintain an effective pest control program for two (second and third floors) of four resident use floors and the Main Kitchen. Issues included observations of evidence of rodents (dead rodents and rodent droppings) and complaints of rodent sightings in resident rooms. Additionally, on the exterior of the building, used kitchen grease was stored in a manner that had the potential to attract rodents. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF925Nov 12, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and record review during a Complaint Investigation (Complaint #NY00351197), the facility did not maintain an effective pest control program for three (First, Second, and Third Floors) of four resident use floors and the Main Kitchen. Issues included observations of evidence of rodents (droppings) and complaints of rodent sightings in resident rooms. Additionally, on the exterior of the building, garbage and used kitchen grease were stored in a manner that had the potential to attract rodents. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF607Aug 22, 2023

  Based on interview and record review during the Standard survey completed on 8/22/23, the facility did not implement written policies and procedures for screening employees that would prohibit and prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of residents and misappropriation of resident property. Specifically, the facility did not provide documentation that verified seven (three Housekeeping Attendants, one Diet Technician, one Registered Nurse, one Social Worker, and one Activities Leader) of eleven employees that worked in the facility and were subject to the New_York State (NYS) Nurse Aide Registry, had been screened through the NYS Nurse Aide Registry prior to their employment. […]