Deficiency Index

Every finding on record at St. Mary's Nursing Center Inc

Leonardtown, Maryland · CCN 215013

21 findings across 6 inspections, in the inspector's own words, 1 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 12, 2026

4 findings
F609D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on administrative review and interviews with facility staff it was determined the facility failed to ensure staff reported allegations of abuse timely after bruising of unknown origin on a resident was discovered This was found to be evident in 1(#74) of 6 residents' facility reported incidents reviewed during the annual Medicare/Medicaid survey. The findings include:Intake # 2657368 was reviewed on 3/11/26 at 11:00AM for resident # 74 for an injury of unknown origin. Intake details indicate that the resident was noted with bruising to the right arm and reported that an aide was rough with him/her. The abuse allegations were unsubstantiated.Further review of the facility's investigation on the same date revealed a statement interview form signed by GNA (#25) that on 10/30/25 she went to get Resident #74 changed and ready for bed. The resident complained right shoulder was hurting. The GNA saw the resident's arm and reported it to the nurse (#17), and the nurse went to assess it.Review of another interview statement signed by Registered Nurse (RN) (#17), revealed that on 10/31/25 she was made aware of Resident #74's right arm bruising by GNA (#25) who was providing care to the resident. The resident complained of pain to right shoulder and routine Tylenol was provided and was effective. This nurse reported to the supervisor.During an interview with the Director Of Nursing (DON, #2) on 3/11/26 at 1:45 PM, she confirmed that the nurse, staff #17 failed to report Resident #74's allegations and that disciplinary actions were taken for failure to report timely. She provided a copy of the employee disciplinary record to the survey team, and it revealed the following:On 10/30/25 at approximately 10:30pm a bruise on a resident was discovered by a GNA and reported to the nurse (#17).The Resident (#74) reported to the nurse that the bruise was caused by the GNA being rough with him/her, and the nurse reported to the on-call provider, but never reported to the nursing supervisor that night. The nurse waited until the following morning at 6:30am to notify the DON of the allegation that the bruise was caused from the GNA being rough.All concerns were discussed with the Administration during exit conference on 3/12/26.

F658D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered as ordered by the physician and according to accepted standards of nursing practice, including administering medications at the correct time. This was evident for 3 (#127, #58, #128) of 4 residents observed and reviewed for medication administration. According to accepted standards of nursing practice, including the patient medication rights outlined in the Maryland Nurse Practice Act, medications must be administered according to the right time, meaning medications should be administered at the time intended by the prescriber to maintain therapeutic effectiveness. The Findings Include: 1. A medication administration observation was conducted on 03/10/2026 at 10:05 AM for Resident #127. Staff #15, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), reviewed the electronic medication administration record (eMAR) as she prepared medications for the resident. The computer screen displayed -Senna-S oral tablet 8.6-50 mg with a scheduled administration time of 8:00 AM. Staff #15 administered the medication to Resident #127 at approximately 10:00 AM. Review of physician orders for Resident #127 on 03/10/2026 revealed the following order: -Senna-S oral tablet 8.6-50 mg – Give two tablets by mouth two times a day for constipation. Staff #15 administered the medication outside of the scheduled physician-ordered administration time. 2. A medication administration observation was also conducted on 03/10/2026 at 10:30 AM for Resident #58. Staff #15 reviewed the eMAR as she prepared medications for the resident. The eMAR displayed: -Bupropion Extended Release (ER) 150 mg – scheduled administration time 9:00 AM-Eliquis 5 mg – scheduled administration time 9:00 AM Staff #15 administered these medications to Resident #58 at approximately 10:25 AM, which was outside the scheduled administration time. Review of physician orders for Resident #58 on 03/10/2026 revealed the following: -Bupropion ER (12-hour) 150 mg – Give one tablet by mouth two times a day for depression.-Eliquis 5 mg – Give one tablet by mouth two times a day for atrial fibrillation. Staff #15 administered the medications outside of the physician-ordered scheduled administration time. 3. On 03/09/2026 at 1:30 PM, the surveyor reviewed Complaint #364453, submitted to the Office of Health Care Quality (OHCQ) on 02/02/2025, which alleged the facility failed to ensure medications were administered in a timely manner to Resident #128 during 2024 and 2025. On 03/10/2026 at approximately 1:00 PM, an interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON), Staff #2, regarding medication administration timeliness and the assignment of licensed staff responsible for administering medications on two different floors. The DON stated that the practice of medication staff administering medications on two different floors had been in place since 2024 and that the process had been working well. On 03/10/2026 at approximately 1:45 PM, the surveyor reviewed the Medication Administration Audit Report for Resident #128 with the Quality Assurance Nurse, Staff #3. The surveyor selected random dates in 2024 and 2025 to verify whether medications prescribed for Resident #128 were administered within the expected time frame. Staff #3 confirmed that there were multiple examples of medications not administered in a timely manner. On 03/10/2026 at approximately 3:00 PM, Staff #3 provided documentation of medication administration records for Resident #128. Review confirmed that the following administrations occurred outside the scheduled times: 12/01/2024 -Eliquis 5 mg, scheduled for 0800, administered at 09:46 AM-Gabapentin 100 mg, scheduled for 0800, administered at 09:46 AM 01/02/2025 -Eliquis 5 mg, scheduled for 0800, administered at 09:15 AM-Gabapentin 100 mg, scheduled for 0800, administered at 09:15 AM-Eliquis 5 mg, scheduled for 2000, administered at 21:40-Lantus insulin 14 units, scheduled for 2000, administered at 21:40 01/04/2025 -Eliquis 5 mg, scheduled for 0800, administered at 09:55 AM-Gabapentin 100 mg, scheduled for 0800, administered at 09:55 AM-Eliquis 5 mg, scheduled for 2000, administered at 22:04-Lantus insulin 14 units, scheduled for 2000, administered at 22:04 01/05/2025 -Gabapentin 100 mg, scheduled for 0800, administered at 09:48 AM-Eliquis 5 mg, scheduled for 2000, administered at 21:26-Lantus insulin 14 units, scheduled for 2000, administered at 21:26 10/05/2025 -Eliquis 5 mg, scheduled for 2000, administered at 21:13-Lantus insulin 14 units, scheduled for 2000, administered at 21:20 An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/10/2026 at 12:55 PM. The DON acknowledged the identified concerns and stated that when medications appear late on the electronic medication administration record, the nurse should notify the physician to obtain direction regarding medication administration.

F684D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observation and staff interview it was determined the facility failed to ensure safe medication administration and proper assessment for self-administration. This was evident for 1 (#110) of 4 residents reviewed for medication administration.The findings include:Medication pass observation was conducted on 3/9/26 at approximately 11:14 AM. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Staff #22, was observed administering medications to residents. At that time, Resident #110 was observed entering his/her room via wheelchair holding medication in hand.Staff #22, accompanied by the surveyor, entered the resident's room and asked if the medication had been taken. Resident #110 responded, yes. Staff #22 retrieved the medication, identified as Saline Mist Nasal Spray, and returned to the medication cart.When questioned by the surveyor regarding how much medication the resident had administered, Staff #22 stated, I don't know, I should have observed (him/her). Staff #22 further acknowledged that she was attending to multiple residents and should have administered the medication rather than allowing the resident to self-administer. Staff #22 confirmed that Resident #110 did not have a physician order or assessment authorizing self-administration of medications.An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/10/2026 at 12:55 PM. The DON acknowledged the identified concerns and stated that although Resident #110 was alert and oriented, the resident must be assessed and have a physician order to self-administer medications. The DON confirmed that the nurse should have administered the medication to Resident #110.

F757D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review, observation, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a medication was clinically indicated and evaluated for continued need. This occurred for 1 (#32) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications during the annual survey.The findings include:Review of the medical record for Resident #32 on 3/10/2026 revealed the resident was receiving Enoxaparin Sodium Solution 40 mg/0.4 mL, administered 40 mg subcutaneously once daily for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prophylaxis.Further review of the medical record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility in February of 2026 with documentation indicating immobility. The clinical record revealed the resident was evaluated by Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) staff # 28 on 3/5/2026. However, review of the clinical record lacked documentation identifying the clinical rationale for the continued use of Enoxaparin (Lovenox) after the resident was no longer immobile.During an interview with Resident #32 on 3/9/2026 at 12:17 p.m., the resident stated s/he did not know why s/he was receiving a daily injection and reported s/he was not taking this medication at home, stating s/he was only admitted for rehabilitation and planned to return home.During an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 3/10/2026 at 10:00 a.m., the DON stated she was unaware of the reason the resident continued to receive the medication.On 3/10/2026 at 11:00 a.m., an interview was conducted with the Speech Therapist, who also serves as the Rehabilitation Director, Staff #7, who verified the resident ambulates and has been ambulatory since admission to the facility.During a follow-up interview with the DON on 3/10/2026 at 12:00 p.m., the DON stated the physician had been notified and the Enoxaparin (Lovenox) was discontinued.During an interview with PA-C staff # 28 on 3/11/2026 at 12:13 p.m., she stated she does not visit the facility frequently and that when she evaluated the resident on 3/5/2026, the resident was sitting at the time of the visit, and she was not aware the resident was ambulatory. The PA-C staff # 28 stated that if she had known the resident was ambulating, she would have discontinued the Lovenox. She was informed that the primary physician discontinued the medication on 3/10/2026, to which she responded, good.

Inspection of November 22, 2024

6 findings
F584E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the facility was in good repair. This was evident for 5 resident rooms observed on the 4th floor nursing unit during the survey. The findings include: On 11/20/24 at 08:31 AM, an observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed that the A bed (the bed closest to the entry door) had several vertical, abraded wall markings. These markings varied in length and width which resembled scratch-like marks behind the headboard of the bed. On 11/20/24 at 01:51 PM, an observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed that the A bed (the bed closest to the entry door) had several vertical, abraded wall markings. These markings varied in length and width which resembled scratch-like marks behind the headboard of the bed. On 11/20/24 at 01:52 PM, an observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed that the B bed (the bed closest to the window) had several vertical, abraded wall markings. These markings varied in length and width which resembled scratch-like marks behind the headboard of the bed. On 11/20/24 at 02:04 PM, an observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed that the A bed (the bed closest to the entry door) had several vertical, abraded wall markings. These markings varied in length and width which resembled scratch like marks behind the headboard of the bed. On 11/20/24 at 02:05 PM, an observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed that the A bed (the bed closest to the entry door) had several vertical, abraded wall markings. These markings varied in length and width which resembled scratch-like marks behind the headboard of the bed. On 11/20/24 at 02:46 PM, an interview with the Facilities Director (Staff #23) revealed that staff can fill out a maintenance slip if they found a maintenance concern which maintenance staff check every hour. The surveyor asked if he was aware of any maintenance concern on the 4th floor and he indicated that he was not. During the same interview, Staff #23 indicated that the facility has had issues with the walls behind resident bed headboards as the staff push the bed up to the wall and when raising and lowering the bed, cause scratches on the wall. He said that they have tried to initiate a solution before but that it has not worked. On 11/22/24 at 12:00 PM, at the time of exit, the surveyor reviewed the concern regarding the facility's failure to ensure that the facility was in good repair.

F550D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observations and interviews with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure residents were treated with respect and dignity when requesting assistance and by failing to ensure a Foley drainage bag was covered. This was found to be evident for 2 out of 40 (Resident #47 and Resident #461) sampled residents reviewed during the survey. The findings include: 1.) On 11/19/22 at approximately 9:00 AM a record review was conducted by the surveyor for sampled residents residing on the second floor. While at the nurse station the surveyor visibly observed and audibly heard Resident #47 call light alarm at 9:09 AM, and Environmental Services Staff (EVS) #7 went into the resident room. The call light was off prior to Staff #7 exiting the room. Staff # 7 went across the hall into the kitchen and began wiping down counter areas. Moments later GNA # 8 walked the hallway pushing a linen cart and EVS #7 approached the GNA. After the two staff talked for a few moments, GNA #8 walked down the hallway with the linen cart past Resident #47's room. The surveyor went into the resident's room and asked if s/he received assistance, and the resident stated I told the housekeeper (EVS #7) that I urgently needed the bedpan. The surveyor walked out of the room to alert the staff and simultaneously, the resident put his/her call light on again. The surveyor asked GNA #8 who was in the hallway if she was aware that the resident requested assistance and she stated, that is a control thing, the resident always put his/her call light on. The Unit Manager (UM) Staff #9 appeared on the unit within moments and went into the resident room at approximately 9:15 AM to assist the resident. The surveyor remained at the nurse station to continue the chart review and at approximately 9:26 AM, Resident #47's call light was visibly observed and audibly heard. GNA #8 was at the nurse station and stated to the surveyor, you see, s/he put his/her call light on again. The surveyor at this time motioned GNA #8 to accompany her to the resident room to see what the resident needed. The surveyor and GNA #8 entered Resident # 47's room, and the resident stated, I used the bedpan and am finished, and I would like to get cleaned up. The UM #9 was made aware of the concerns at that time at approximately 9:39 AM. The DON was made aware of the observations and concerns on the same date at 12:30 PM and stated that the facility will investigate the concerns. The facility provided the survey team with a copy of their investigation on 11/21/24 and upon review it revealed the abuse allegations were unsubstantiated. The facility provided 1:1 training to GNA #8 with the staff development coordinator to include customer service, verbal abuse, call bells and professionalism. The training was successfully completed on 11/21/24 per the facility's investigation. 21859 2.) A Foley drainage bag, or urinary drainage bag, is a medical device used to collect urine from a catheterized resident. The drainage bag is usually worn on the leg or attached to a bed. During observation rounds on 11/18/24 at 8:54 am, Resident #461 was noted to have a Foley drainage bag attached to his/her bed. The Foley drainage bag was uncovered and contained an amber colored liquid. The bag was attached to the door side of the bed. Resident #461's door was open, and the Foley drainage bag was visible from the hallway. On 11/19/24 at 8:25am, Resident #461 was again observed in bed with Foley drainage bag visible from hallway without a privacy bag. On 11/19/24 at 8:40am, the surveyor interviewed the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #27. She stated the resident's Foley drainage bag should be covered and she would get the resident a privacy bag.

F657D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on record review and interview with staff it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a resident was offered the opportunity to participate in their care planning process by being invited to their care plan meetings. This was evident for 2 (Resident #12 and #31) out of 4 residents investigated for care planning during the survey. The findings include: A care plan is used to summarize a person's health conditions, specific care needs, and current treatments and outlines what needs to be done to plan, assess, and manage care. This helps to evaluate the effectiveness of the resident's care. 1.) On 11/18/2024 at 11:44AM, during an interview conducted with Resident #31, the Surveyor was informed that the resident was unaware of care plan meetings and would like the opportunity to participate in their plan of care. On 11/20/2024 at 8:57AM, a review of Resident #31's electronic and paper medical record failed to reveal a care plan meeting in which the resident was invited since 7/11/2023. Further review failed to reveal an explanation as to why Resident #31 did not participate in the development of the resident's care plan. On 11/20/2024 at 9:15AM, during an interview conducted with Social Worker #20, the Surveyor discovered that care plan meetings are held quarterly, and that Resident #31 had not been invited to any care plan meetings since 7/11/2023. Social Worker #20 stated that she could do better with inviting the residents to their care plan meetings. 50573 2.) On 11/19/24 at 11:05 AM, an interview with Resident #12 revealed that he/she was unaware of any care plan meetings for his/her plan of care. On 11/19/24 at 02:22 PM, review of Resident #12's medical record revealed the last documentation of a care plan meeting was 3/24/24. The resident's most recent Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment had an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 10/16/24. The Minimum Data Set (MDS) is an assessment of the resident that provides the facility information necessary to develop a care plan, provide the appropriate care and services to the Resident, and modify the care plan based on the Resident's status. The assessment reference date (ARD) is the specific end point of look-back periods of resident status for the MDS assessment process. On 11/20/24 at 09:14 AM, during an interview with Social Worker (Staff #20) about care plan meetings, she indicated she could do better with inviting the residents. Further interview revealed she does not document when a resident is invited to the care plan meeting. During the same interview, the surveyor asked about Resident #12's involvement with care plan meetings. She was not able to provide documentation of him/her being invited to the care plan meetings. On 11/22/24 at 12:00 PM, at the time of exit, the surveyor reviewed the concern regarding the facility's failure to ensure residents are invited to participate in care plan meetings.

F684D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on complaint, review of medical records, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to transcribe a physician's order that directed nurses to obtain a wound care consult for a resident. This was evident for 1 (Resident #313) out of 40 sampled residents reviewed during the survey. The findings include: Review of complaint MD00211390 and Resident # 313's medical record on 11/20/24 at 1:55pm revealed the following: A change in skin note dated 10/5/24, which stated moisture associated skin damage between buttocks. A new order was given by the physician to turn the resident every 2 hours and obtain a wound care consult. Further review of the medical record on 11/20/24 at 3pm failed to reveal a wound consultation was done. During interview with the Director of Nursing on 11/21/22 at 2pm she stated the nurse failed to carry over the order for the wound consultation; therefore, it was missed. During interview with the Quality Assurance Nurse on 11/21/24 at 2:10pm she stated all nursing staff were re-in serviced on the transcription of physician orders.

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

Based on observation, record review, and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure: 1) a resident's safety was maintained during a transfer. This was evident for 1 of 2 residents (Resident #6) reviewed for accidents and 2) an order for seizure precautions on a resident were correctly maintained. This was evident for 1 of 2 residents (Resident #21) reviewed for position and mobility. The findings include: 1) Review of Resident #6's medical record on 11/19/24 revealed the resident has resided at the facility for several years, was alert and oriented with a A Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 15, and able to verbally communicate. Resident #6 was dependent on staff for mobility transfers. A Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) is a tool used to screen and identify the cognitive condition of residents in a long-term care facility. The BIMS assessment uses a points system that ranges from 0 to 15 points. A score of 13-15 indicates cognitively intact. On 11/19/24 at 08:10 AM, an interview with Resident #6 revealed she/he recently had a fall that resulted in hospitalization . Further interview with the resident revealed that the GNA, who she/he did not identify during the interview, spun her/him too fast during a transfer from the toilet in the bathroom. On 11/19/24 at 02:32 PM, review of the resident's medical record revealed a progress note dated 11/15/24 at 09:51 AM completed by Staff #21 that indicated Resident #6 fell during a transfer from the toilet with the Geriatric Nursing Assistant (not identified in the note) present on the previous day around 6:50 PM. Further review of the progress note revealed the resident was sent to the emergency room . On 11/19/24 at 03:07 PM, an interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (Staff #21) revealed she did not witness the fall, but indicated that Geriatric Nursing Assistant (Staff #17) witnessed it and was the GNA assisting her during the transfer. On 11/20/24 at 09:00 AM, review of the fall investigation regarding Resident #6 provided by the facility that was requested by the surveyor revealed a document titled Resident #6 fall 11/14/24 that was typed and signed by the Director of Nursing (Staff #2) dated 11/15/24 which indicated the Unit Manager (who was unidentified on the document) interviewed Resident #6 that read, Resident states that she 'spun me around too fast. ' Further review of the same document at the same time revealed that, . the cushion on Resident #6's wheelchair hangs about 2 inches off of the base of her wheelchair which could have caused an illusion of how far back the resident was sitting in her wheelchair. On 11/20/24 at 09:47 AM, an interview with the Director of Rehabilitation (Staff #29) revealed that the resident has had periods of being a 1 person assist during mobility transfers and periods of a 2 person assist during mobility transfers due to his/her complex medical diagnoses. During the same interview, the surveyor requested notes from the resident's therapy sessions from her/his most recent case load (active therapy) that she indicated the resident had been discharged from in September of 2024. On 11/20/24 at 10:15 AM, review of the therapy session progress notes provided by Staff #29 revealed a Treatment Encounter Note dated 7/24/24 at 3:00 PM completed by Physical Therapy Assistant (Staff #30) with a topic of transfers that said, res stated that GNAs do not give [him/her] enough time that they rush [her/him] On 11/20/24 at 03:30 PM, an interview with Geriatric Nursing Assistant (Staff #17) about Resident #6's recent fall in the bathroom revealed that she/he was transferred to the wheelchair with both wheels locked. She indicated that the resident had been standing in front of the wheelchair using the hand rail. Further interview revealed that Staff #17 then unlocked both wheels of the wheelchair and moved to the back of the wheelchair where she pulled the wheelchair towards her which made the wheelchair move backwards. Further interview with Staff #17 on 11/20/24 at 3:30 PM revealed that the resident started leaning forward and she attempted to grab the resident by the gait belt that was on the resident's at the time. Staff #17 indicated she was unaware if the resident was trying to move but that the resident ended up on the floor. During the same interview with Staff #17 on 11/20/24 at 3:30 PM, a surveyor present during the interview indicated to Staff #17, if she maintained the safety of the resident for the entirety of the transfer, how did the resident end up falling, and she indicated that she should have maintained the safety of the resident during the transfer. On 11/22/24 at 12:00 PM, at the time of exit, the surveyor reviewed the concern of the facility's failure to ensure a resident's safety was maintained during a transfer. 2) On 11/19/24 at 08:40 AM, an initial observation of Resident #21 revealed he/she was in bed that had partially covered bedrails on both sides on the bed with a cushion, revealing about 12 inches on the bedrail side closest to the head of the bed with no cushion. On 11/19/24 at 02:48 PM, an observation of Resident #21 revealed she/he in bed with the bedrails in the same condition as noted in the initial observation. On 11/20/24 at 1:00 PM, review of Resident #21's medical record revealed that he/she has an active medical diagnosis of epilepsy (a chronic brain disorder that causes seizures, which are episodes of abnormal electrical activity in the brain). Further review of Resident #21's medical record at the same time revealed an active order dated 10/16/23 for, 2 padded side rails at HOB for seizure precautions. On 11/20/24 at 01:55 PM, an observation of Resident #21 revealed he/she in bed with the bedrails in the same condition as the two previous observations, partially cushioned bedrails on both sides with about 12 inches closest to the head of the bed with no cushion. On 11/20/24 at 01:57 PM, an interview with Geriatric Nursing Assistant (Staff #19) in Resident #21's room revealed that the seizure precautions for the resident are the cushions on the bedrails. The surveyor noted to Staff #19 during the interview that the bedrails are partially covered. On 11/21/24 at 08:13 AM, an interview with the 4th floor Unit Manager (Licensed Practical Nurse, Staff #18) revealed that the seizure precautions for the resident are the seizure pads on both bedrails. The surveyor indicated to Staff #18 that the bedrail appears to be covered partially. Staff #18 indicated that the cushion padding should be covering the entire bedrail. On 11/22/24 at 12:00 PM, at the time of exit, the surveyor reviewed the concern of the facility's failure to ensure a resident's seizure precautions were correctly maintained.

F812D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observation, interview, and documentation review it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure the walk-in refrigerator temperatures were documented accurately. The findings include: An initial environmental kitchen food services inspection was conducted on 11/18/24 at 8:20am. The walk-in refrigerator temperature logs were not found/observed hanging near the refrigerator. The Dietician staff #13 (who oversees the kitchen) was asked about the temperature log, and she responded, the logs were kept in a book on the side of a table located near her office. During review of the walk-in refrigerator temperature log on 11/18/24 at 9am revealed the refrigerator temperature was documented as 42 for the morning of 11/18/24; however, the thermometer located inside of the refrigerator was reading 38 degrees. The Dietician stated the thermometer inside of the refrigerator is the correct temperature. She stated the thermometer located on the outside of the refrigerator is sometime inaccurate. During a follow-up inspection of the kitchen by the surveyor of the walk-in refrigerator on 11/21/24 at 8:40am, the surveyor observed the outside thermometer on the walk-in refrigerator to be blinking and not registering a temperature. The inside thermometer read 39 degrees. Review of the walk-in refrigerator temperature logs on 11/21/24 at 8:45 am revealed the following documented temperatures: 11/18/24 pm temp 45 11/19/24 am temp 45 11/19/24 pm temp 44 11/20/24 am temp 45 11/20/24 pm temp 40 11/21/24 am temp 45 During an interview with the cook staff #33 on 11/21/24 at 8:50am, she was asked if she knew what the walk in temperature for the refrigerator should be; She stated, yes. It should be 40 or less. When asked did she document the temperature of 45 degrees this morning? She stated yes. I documented the temperature that was located on the outside of the refrigerator instead what the thermometer that was in the refrigerator. During interview with the Dietician staff #13 on 11/21/24 at 9:15am stated the dietary staff are documenting the incorrect temperature that is displayed on the thermometer outside of the walk-in refrigerator instead of the thermometer inside of the walk-in refrigerator and she would be addressing it.

Inspection of July 26, 2024

5 findings
F623D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed provide adequate notice to a resident (resident #1) prior to discharge. This was evident in 1 of 5 residents reviewed during a complaint survey. Findings include: Review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 9:30am revealed that on 7/17/24, the resident was transferred from the facility for emergency treatment after the resident's family observed that the resident moved slower than usual. Further review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 10:00 am revealed that on 7/18/24, the resident was admitted to the local hospital for observation for sepsis (systemic infection) caused by a urinary tract infection. Continued review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 11:00am revealed no evidence of the facility providing the resident/resident representative with notice prior to discharge from the facility. Interview with the complainant/resident #1's power of attorney (POA) on 7/25/24 at 11:30am revealed that on 7/18/24, the complainant/POA requested a care conference to discuss the care of the resident after discharge from the local hospital. On 7/19/24 at 10:30am, the complainant/POA attended the requested care conference with the Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON), and Social Worker #2 in attendance. The complainant/POA stated that he/she requested additional interventions to the resident's care plan. The Administrator told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to resident#1's care plan. Later in the day on 7/19/24, the facility called the complainant/POA and informed the complainant that the facility could no longer meet the family's care expectations so the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The complainant/POA stated that prior to the call from facility, the resident's family received no notice or indication that the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after hospital treatment. The complainant/POA also revealed that the facility's failure to allow the resident to return causes psychosocial harm to the resident because the facility has the staff and environment that best meets the needs of the resident. Interview with the Administrator and the DON on 7/25/24 at 12:30pm confirmed that the facility refused to allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The Administrator stated that the family had unrealistic expectations for the resident's care. The Administrator also confirmed the 7/19/24 care conference with the complainant/POA. During the 7/19/24 care conference meeting, the complainant/POA gave the family's care expectations after the resident returned from the hospital. The Administrator stated that he/she told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to the care plan. The Administrator further stated that he/she later decided to refuse the resident's return to the facility after discharge from the hospital. The DON provided additional information on the history of the interactions with the complainant/POA and the facility. The DON stated that the complainant/POA would change expectations for the resident's care and expect the change to occur immediately for all staff persons. The DON also stated that the complainant/POA would visit frequently and criticize observed care given to the resident. The Administrator stated, I refuse to let the resident back here. I don't care. I will take the tag. We can provide the care for the resident but not at the expectation of the . (complainant/POA). The surveyor expressed concern to the Administrator and the DON that the facility failed to provide adequate notice to resident #1 or the resident representative prior to discharge. The Administrator and the DON understood.

F624D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed prepare a resident (resident #1) for discharge. This was evident in 1 of 5 residents reviewed during a complaint survey. Findings include: Review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 9:30am revealed that on 7/17/24, the resident was transferred from the facility for emergency treatment after the resident's family observed that the resident moved slower than usual. Further review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 10:00 am revealed that on 7/18/24, the resident was admitted to the local hospital for observation for sepsis (systemic infection) caused by a urinary tract infection. Continued review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 11:00am revealed no evidence of the facility providing the resident/resident representative with notice prior to discharge from the facility. Interview with the complainant/resident #1's power of attorney (POA) on 7/25/24 at 11:30am revealed that on 7/18/24, the complainant/POA requested a care conference to discuss the care of the resident after discharge from the local hospital. On 7/19/24 at 10:30am, the complainant/POA attended the requested care conference with the Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON), and Social Worker #2 in attendance. The complainant/POA stated that he/she requested additional interventions to the resident's care plan. The Administrator told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to resident#1's care plan. Later in the day on 7/19/24, the facility called the complainant/POA and informed the complainant that the facility could no longer meet the family's care expectations so the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The complainant/POA stated that prior to the call from facility, the resident's family received no notice or indication that the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after hospital treatment. The complainant/POA also revealed that the facility's failure to allow the resident to return causes psychosocial harm to the resident because the facility has the staff and environment that best meets the needs of the resident. Interview with the Administrator and the DON on 7/25/24 at 12:30pm confirmed that the facility refused to allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The Administrator stated that the family had unrealistic expectations for the resident's care. The Administrator also confirmed the 7/19/24 care conference with the complainant/POA. During the 7/19/24 care conference meeting, the complainant/POA gave the family's care expectations after the resident returned from the hospital. The Administrator stated that he/she told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to the care plan. The Administrator further stated that he/she later decided to refuse the resident's return to the facility after discharge from the hospital. The DON provided additional information on the history of the interactions with the complainant/POA and the facility. The DON stated that the complainant/POA would change expectations for the resident's care and expect the change to occur immediately for all staff persons. The DON also stated that the complainant/POA would visit frequently and criticize observed care given to the resident. The Administrator stated, I refuse to let the resident back here. I don't care. I will take the tag. We can provide the care for the resident but not at the expectation of the . (complainant/POA). The surveyor expressed concern to the Administrator and the DON that the facility failed to prepare resident #1 or the resident representative prior to discharge. The Administrator and the DON understood.

F626D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to allow a resident (resident #1) to return to the facility after transfer for emergency treatment. This was evident in 1 of 5 residents reviewed during a complaint survey. Findings include: Review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 9:30am revealed that on 7/17/24, the resident was transferred from the facility for emergency treatment after the resident's family observed that the resident moved slower than usual. Further review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 10:00 am revealed that on 7/18/24, the resident was admitted to the local hospital for observation for sepsis (systemic infection) caused by a urinary tract infection. Continued review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 11:00am revealed no evidence of the facility providing the resident/resident representative with notice prior to discharge from the facility. Interview with the complainant/resident #1's power of attorney (POA) on 7/25/24 at 11:30am revealed that on 7/18/24, the complainant/POA requested a care conference to discuss the care of the resident after discharge from the local hospital. On 7/19/24 at 10:30am, the complainant/POA attended the requested care conference with the Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON), and Social Worker #2 in attendance. The complainant/POA stated that he/she requested additional interventions to the resident's care plan. The Administrator told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to resident#1's care plan. Later in the day on 7/19/24, the facility called the complainant/POA and informed the complainant that the facility could no longer meet the family's care expectations so the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The complainant/POA stated that prior to the call from facility, the resident's family received no notice or indication that the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after hospital treatment. The complainant/POA also revealed that the facility's failure to allow the resident to return causes psychosocial harm to the resident because the facility has the staff and environment that best meets the needs of the resident. Interview with the Administrator and the DON on 7/25/24 at 12:30pm confirmed that the facility refused to allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The Administrator stated that the family had unrealistic expectations for the resident's care. The Administrator also confirmed the 7/19/24 care conference with the complainant/POA. During the 7/19/24 care conference meeting, the complainant/POA gave the family's care expectations after the resident returned from the hospital. The Administrator stated that he/she told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to the care plan. The Administrator further stated that he/she later decided to refuse the resident's return to the facility after discharge from the hospital. The DON provided additional information on the history of the interactions with the complainant/POA and the facility. The DON stated that the complainant/POA would change expectations for the resident's care and expect the change to occur immediately for all staff persons. The DON also stated that the complainant/POA would visit frequently and criticize observed care given to the resident. The Administrator stated, I refuse to let the resident back here. I don't care. I will take the tag. We can provide the care for the resident but not at the expectation of the . (complainant/POA).

F835D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on medical record review and interview, the facility's administration failed to provide leadership to facility staff to ensure CMS regulations are being followed when involuntarily discharging a resident (resident #1). This was evident in 1 of 5 residents reviewed during a complaint survey. Findings include: Review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 9:30am revealed that on 7/17/24, the resident was transferred from the facility for emergency treatment after the resident's family observed that the resident moved slower than usual. Further review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 10:00 am revealed that on 7/18/24, the resident was admitted to the local hospital for observation for sepsis (systemic infection) caused by a urinary tract infection. Continued review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 11:00am revealed no evidence of the facility providing the resident/resident representative with notice prior to discharge from the facility. Interview with the complainant/resident #1's power of attorney (POA) on 7/25/24 at 11:30am revealed that on 7/18/24, the complainant/POA requested a care conference to discuss the care of the resident after discharge from the local hospital. On 7/19/24 at 10:30am, the complainant/POA attended the requested care conference with the Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON), and Social Worker #2 in attendance. The complainant/POA stated that he/she requested additional interventions to the resident's care plan. The Administrator told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to resident#1's care plan. Later in the day on 7/19/24, the facility called the complainant/POA and informed the complainant that the facility could no longer meet the family's care expectations so the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The complainant/POA stated that prior to the call from facility, the resident's family received no notice or indication that the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after hospital treatment. The complainant/POA also revealed that the facility's failure to allow the resident to return causes psychosocial harm to the resident because the facility has the staff and environment that best meets the needs of the resident. Interview with the Administrator and the DON on 7/25/24 at 12:30pm confirmed that the facility refused to allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The Administrator stated that the family had unrealistic expectations for the resident's care. The Administrator also confirmed the 7/19/24 care conference with the complainant/POA. During the 7/19/24 care conference meeting, the complainant/POA gave the family's care expectations after the resident returned from the hospital. The Administrator stated that he/she told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to the care plan. The Administrator further stated that he/she later decided to refuse the resident's return to the facility after discharge from the hospital. The DON provided additional information on the history of the interactions with the complainant/POA and the facility. The DON stated that the complainant/POA would change expectations for the resident's care and expect the change to occur immediately for all staff persons. The DON also stated that the complainant/POA would visit frequently and criticize observed care given to the resident. The Administrator stated, I refuse to let the resident back here. I don't care. I will take the tag. We can provide the care for the resident but not at the expectation of the . (complainant/POA). The surveyor expressed concern to the Administrator and the DON that the facility failed to provide leadership to facility staff when resident #1 was being involuntarily discharged . The Administrator and the DON understood.

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

Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to document the discharge of a resident (resident #1). This was evident in 1 of 5 residents reviewed during a complaint survey. Findings include: Review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 9:30am revealed that on 7/17/24, the resident was transferred from the facility for emergency treatment after the resident's family observed that the resident moved slower than usual. Further review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 10:00 am revealed that on 7/18/24, the resident was admitted to the local hospital for observation for sepsis (systemic infection) caused by a urinary tract infection. Continued review of resident #1's medical records on 7/25/24 at 11:00am revealed no document that the facility discharged the resident nor was there evidence that the facility provided the resident/resident representative with notice prior to discharge. Interview with the complainant/resident #1's power of attorney (POA) on 7/25/24 at 11:30am revealed that on 7/18/24, the complainant/POA requested a care conference to discuss the care of the resident after discharge from the local hospital. On 7/19/24 at 10:30am, the complainant/POA attended the requested care conference with the Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON), and Social Worker #2 in attendance. The complainant/POA stated that he/she requested additional interventions to the resident's care plan. The Administrator told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to resident#1's care plan. Later in the day on 7/19/24, the facility called the complainant/POA and informed the complainant that the facility could no longer meet the family's care expectations so the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The complainant/POA stated that prior to the call from facility, the resident's family received no notice or indication that the facility would not allow the resident to return to the facility after hospital treatment. The complainant/POA also revealed that the facility's failure to allow the resident to return causes psychosocial harm to the resident because the facility has the staff and environment that best meets the needs of the resident. Interview with the Administrator and the DON on 7/25/24 at 12:30pm confirmed that the facility refused to allow the resident to return to the facility after discharge from the local hospital. The Administrator stated that the family had unrealistic expectations for the resident's care. The Administrator also confirmed the 7/19/24 care conference with the complainant/POA. During the 7/19/24 care conference meeting, the complainant/POA gave the family's care expectations after the resident returned from the hospital. The Administrator stated that he/she told the complainant/POA that the facility would consider the changes to the care plan. The Administrator further stated that he/she later decided to refuse the resident's return to the facility after discharge from the hospital. The DON provided additional information on the history of the interactions with the complainant/POA and the facility. The DON stated that the complainant/POA would change expectations for the resident's care and expect the change to occur immediately for all staff persons. The DON also stated that the complainant/POA would visit frequently and criticize observed care given to the resident. The Administrator stated, I refuse to let the resident back here. I don't care. I will take the tag. We can provide the care for the resident but not at the expectation of the . (complainant/POA). The surveyor expressed concern to the Administrator and the DON that the facility failed to document the discharge of resident #1 on the resident ' s medical records. The Administrator and the DON understood.

Inspection of December 18, 2020

1 finding
F880D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observation, interview and documentation review, it was determined the facility failed to have an effective infection prevention and control program by failing to ensure that staff followed accepted standards of practice for infectious waste disposal. This failure in the infection prevention and control program placed all residents, staff, and visitors at increased risk for exposure to COVID-19. The findings include: On 12-18-2020 at 10:00 AM the employee and visitor entrance was observed with an open trash can containing contaminated facial masks spilling out of the trash can and one mask on the floor. At 10:30 AM during the facility tour with the Director of Nursing (DON) the same trash can still had contaminated facial masks spilling out of can and on the floor and was confirmed by the DON. On 12-18-2020 at 12:30 PM during a tour to the COVID-19 isolation unit with the DON an open metal trash can was observed outside. This trash can, from the COVID unit, did not have a lid and was sitting in the grass by the entrance and exit to the COVID unit. The trash can contained contaminated facial masks and other debris. The DON confirmed the finding. The facility failed to dispose of contaminated personal protective equipment appropriately.

Inspection of August 27, 2019

4 findings
F656E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, pattern

Based on medical record review, observation and staff interview, it was determined facility staff failed to ensure that comprehensive person-centered care plans with measurable goals were developed 1) for participation in activities that enhance resident's quality of life for Residents #123, #125 and #35; and 2) for Resident #68 who used a lap buddy. This was evident for 4 of 50 residents whose care plans were reviewed during the survey. The findings include: 1. Review of Resident #123's medical record on 8/26/19 at 10:00 AM revealed an activity assessment dated [DATE] that indicated it had been completed via interview with the resident. The assessment rated the question, how important is it to you to have books, newspapers, and magazines to read? as 'very important.' The assessment rated the question, How important is it to you to do things with groups of people? as 'not very important.' The additional comments at the end of the assessment state, Resident prefers to stay in his/her room in a quiet atmosphere reading. Resident is not very social due to (being hard of hearing) but is very polite about it and states s/he would prefer to be left alone. Will continue to encourage and offer activities s/he may enjoy and monitor for any change. Further review of Resident #123's medical record revealed that the resident's care plan did not have a topic for activities. Resident #123 was observed on 8/20/19 at 1:44 PM resting alone in bed in his/her room. The resident had a book at the bedside. When asked about activities, the resident stated, I prefer to be here in my room reading than going out to do activities. Resident #123 was noted in bed again on 8/21/19 at 10:40 AM and at 2:22 PM. During an interview that took place on 8/26/19 at 10:34 AM, the Director of Activities confirmed that Resident #123 tends to socially isolate and prefers to read, but does receive visits from family and one-on-one visits from activities staff. When asked where this was documented for the resident, the Director of Activities stated they record it in quarterly activities notes and in the activities assessment for the resident. When asked to provide an activities care plan, the Director of Activities stated that there was no activities care plan for the resident because there had been no change in the resident's preferences. 2. Residents #125 and #35 were reviewed for the presence of activity care plans on 8/27/19 at 11:00 AM. Neither had a care plan topic for activities. The Director of Nursing (DON) and the Director of Activities were interviewed on 8/27/19 at 1:00 PM. During the interview, the DON and the Director of Activities stated that, although there were no activities care plans for these three residents, activities was addressed in the interventions of other care plan topics. As an example, it was noted that Resident #123's care plans for 'limited physical mobility related to dementia' has the intervention, ACTIVITIES: Invite the resident to activity programs that encourage physical activity, physical mobility, such as exercise group, walking activities to promote mobility. When asked where documentation of a measurable activities goal could be found for any of the three identified residents, the Director of Activities stated that goals were not addressed anywhere. 3. Resident #68 was admitted here at the facility on 4/15/17. He/she had a [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Resident #68 had problems with gait and balance and was unaware of safety precautions. On 5/9/19, a lap buddy was ordered to be on wheelchair with a pummel cushion for safety precautions. Resident had been known to just stand up out of his/her wheelchair and has a potential to fall. He/she also has an order for [REDACTED]. He/she was on no medication for this behavior. There was no comprehensive care plan in place for the use of a lap buddy. Director of Nursing was made aware of this on 8/22/19 at 10:42 AM and she also could not find a care plan for lap buddy.

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

Based on observation and staff interviews it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that food was stored and prepared in sanitary manner. This practice has a potential of effecting all residents in facility. Finding includes: During the initial tour of the kitchen took place on 08/20/19 at 3:00 P.M. accompanied by the Registered Dietitian who verified all surveyor observed finding. On 08/20/19 at 03:00 p.m. observed during tour of kitchen in clean dry dish area 1- clean 1/4 pan that was dirty with water and dried food though out the pan with RD and dietary supervisor verified finding. On 08/22/19 at 10:26 a.m. observed in clean pan rack observed 2-8-ounce size ice cream scoopers with white residue covering both scoops. The following clean cooking pans observed dried old food with white smeared reside in 1- full size steam, 2 - 8th size steam table pans and 2- full size steam table pans. On 08/22/19 10:51 a.m. observed with Registered Dietitian with the kitchen cook supervisor verified all writer's observations Administrator, Director of Nursing were made aware of surveyor's finding during survey exit.

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

Based on observation, staff interview and review of medical records and other pertinent documentation, it was determined a nursing staff member failed to ensure adequate supervision was provided to Resident #198 when assisting him/her to stand. This was evident for 1 of 40 residents reviewed for falls during the survey. The findings include: Beginning on 8/21/19 at 3:14 PM, the medical record for Resident #198 was reviewed along with other pertinent documentation regarding a fall in (MONTH) (YEAR). According to the facility's Sailboat Symbol/Hoyer Lift Policy and Procedure, a sailboat symbol is placed above each resident's bed within 8 hours of admission. The sailboat has a number placed on it to indicate how many staff members are required to assist the resident when transferring from one position to another such as from the bed to a chair. According to a facility report of the fall incident, Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) #5 answered a call light for Resident #198 who asked for help to put on a clean gown. According to the report, the sailboat on the resident's wall had a symbol in it indicating to nursing staff that the resident required 2 staff members for transfers. The report went on to say that the GNA attempted to assist the resident to stand in order to change the gown. Resident #198 fell , complained of pain, and was later found to have fracture. During a review of the resident's physician orders, an order was found to use 2 persons with a rolling walker (to assist the resident) every shift. The order was initiated on 9/25/19 and was still in effect on the day the resident fell . Although GNA #5 no longer worked for the facility, a written statement by her regarding the fall was reviewed. In the statement she wrote that she answered the resident's call light and the resident asked to have her gown removed so she could put on a clean one. She stated she gave the resident's his/her walker to give him/her stability to stand up so she could remove the gown from under the resident's bottom. While standing, the resident's legs gave out and he/she fell to the floor. She then called for a nurse to help. On 8/22/19 at 4:00 PM the Director (DON) was asked if she knew why GNA #5 didn't ask another staff member to help her when assisting the resident. The DON stated the GNA told her she didn't think she needed another staff member to just help the resident stand up. The DON stated the Sailboat policy indicating how many staff were needed includes helping residents to stand and does not just apply to transfers. The DON was then asked for and provided evidence that all nursing staff are educated regarding the Sailboat policy in new employee orientation and annually. On 8/22/19 at 2:45 PM a list of all falls in the last 120 days was requested and received. Falls involving 40 residents including Resident #198 were reviewed. Only 1 of those falls involved an employee violating a transfer policy and that was the incident involving Resident #198. On 8/26/19 at 2:30, physician #6 was interviewed. She stated the resident had a [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. The facility is responsible to ensure employees follow physician orders [REDACTED].

F880D · No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolated

Based on observation, review of pertinent documentation and staff interview it was determined the facility failed to ensure a nursing staff member washed her hands appropriately after passing medications to Residents #46 and #7. This was evident for 2 of 4 times nursing staff were observed for handwashing. The findings include: On 8/22/19 at 8:22 AM Certified Medicine Aide (CMA) #1 was observed passing medications to Resident #46 and then washing her hands. She was observed scrubbing her hands around 7 seconds. After administering medications to Resident #7 she was observed scrubbing her hands around 10 seconds. When CMA #1 was asked how long she is supposed to scrub her hands, she stated it was 20 seconds. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html, the following steps should be used when washing hands: -Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap. -Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Be sure to lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. -Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the Happy Birthday song from beginning to end twice. -Rinse your hands well under clean, running water. -Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them. On 8/23/19 at about 1:00 PM the facility handwashing policy and procedure was reviewed. Step #4 of the procedure states there should be: Rigorous brief rubbing together of all surfaces of lathered hands for at least twenty (20) seconds covering all surfaces of the hands and fingers.

Inspection of June 28, 2012

1 finding
F323G · Actual harm, isolated

Based on medical record review, review of the facility's investigation and interviews of facility staff, it was determined the facility staff failed to protect a resident from injury. This is a past non-compliance deficiency and was evident for 1 of 3 sampled residents selected for review. The findings include: Resident #3 is an [AGE] year old with [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. The resident requires the assistance of two staff for transfers. The resident's medical record was reviewed on 6/21/12 and 6/22/12. review of the resident's medical record revealed [REDACTED]. These interventions include the use of alarms, a low bed, a specialized mattress, mats on the floor and a lap belt when the resident is sitting in the wheelchair. Review of the facility's investigation revealed that on 5/30/12 at 8:30 a.m. the resident was taken to the restroom by two geriatric nursing assistants (GNAs) and seated on the commode. GNA #1 went to care for her assigned residents. The GNA assigned to care for Resident #3, GNA #2, realized that she did not have Resident #3's clothing or wheelchair. GNA #2 left the bathroom leaving Resident #3 unattended on the commode. Resident #3 fell off of the commode on her right side between the commode and the wall. Upon initial assessment of Resident #3, the resident did not complain of pain and her range of motion was within normal limits. However, when staff assisted Resident #3 back to the commode the resident complained of pain in her buttocks and was unable to sit up straight. The resident was transferred to bed for further evaluation. Due to Resident #3's complaint of pain, the physician was notified and ordered that the resident be transferred to the hospital emergency room for further evaluation. Resident #3 was subsequently admitted to the hospital with [REDACTED]. The facility's investigation of the incident revealed that the resident had a physician's orders [REDACTED]. However, the resident also had an order for [REDACTED]. GNA #2 confirmed that the alarms were not in place. GNA #2 was terminated for failure to follow the facility's policy and for a safety violation.

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