Tampico Healthcare Center

In the surveyor’s words

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

• Actual harm, patternF689Oct 14, 2021

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, for one of two sampled residents (Resident 1), the facility failed to ensure Resident 1, who was at high risk for falls, was provided a one-one sitter after Resident 1 was deemed needing constant supervision to prevent further fall incidents. Also, Resident 1 was not evaluated, and new interventions were not implemented after each fall incident. This failure resulted in Resident 1 incurring eight fall incidents over 28 days. On 6/30/21, Resident fell and obtained a facial laceration (cut) on the forehead. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Dec 8, 2022

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store and procure food in a sanitary manner when eggs were not pasteurized, dented cans were stored in the dry storage area, and a scoop used for a thickening agent was not stored in its holder. These deficient practices had the potential to cause food borne illness that can affect all residents. The facility census was 79. Findings: During a concurrent observation of the kitchen and interview on 12/5/22 at 9:30 a.m., with the Dietary Manager (DM) 1, eggs stored in the refrigerator were not pasteurized, a dented can of marinara sauce was stored with the undented cans and a scoop for a thickening agent was placed on top of a nearby shelf. DM 1 confirmed the eggs in the refrigerator were not pasteurized. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF880Dec 11, 2025

  Based on observation interview and record review the facility failed to observe infection control measures for Residents 1,2 and 3 when the following items were found in the shared room sink of Residents 1, 2 and 3:a. One open, unlabeled toothbrush exposed to air and one tube of unlabeled toothpaste were stored in an unlabeled kidney basin (Kidney basin is a shallow, kidney-shaped tray, also known as an emesis basin or kidney dish, used in medical settings to collect bodily fluids like urine or vomit, medical waste, and surgical supplies). b. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF803Mar 27, 2025

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure pureed texture meal was prepared in a manner that is flavorful, appetizing, and with good nutritional value. These failures had the potential to affect the resident's overall nutritional status. Findings: During a concurrent observation and interview on 03/26/25 at 01:02 P.M., with Dietary Supervisor (DS), one test plate of pureed texture food consisted of oven-roasted BBQ beef, pureed fresh zucchini and carrots, and cheddar biscuits. The pureed BBQ beef was light brown with dark brown BBQ sauce, pureed fresh zucchini and carrots was light green and looked like a slime (squishy sensory toy), and pureed cheddar biscuit was paper white. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF804Mar 27, 2025

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure food served was palatable and at proper temperature. The oven BBQ beef roast was dry and non-tender, the vegetables were bland, and cheddar biscuit was dry. These failures had the potential to affect resident's well-being due to lack of enjoyment, satisfaction, and decrease in nutrients from their meals. Findings: During an interview on 03/24/25 at 10:48 A.M., with Resident 115's Responsible Party (RP)1, RP 1 stated Resident 115 had been eating a lot less because he did not like the food. RP 1 stated Resident 115 enjoyed soup, salad, fruit, and fish. During an interview on 03/24/25 at 11:21 A.M., with Resident 33, Resident 33 stated she did not like the food because it was either cold or bland to taste. […]