The Blossoms at Dierks Rehab and Nursing Center

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at The Blossoms at Dierks Rehab and Nursing Center, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Apr 18, 2024

  Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure 1 of 2 refrigerators and 1 of 2 freezers used for the storage of food items was within proper temperature range; food items stored in the refrigerator and freezers were dated with open and expiration dates to prevent potential cross-contamination and minimize the potential for food borne illness; dry goods on the shelves had expiration dates; open food packages were properly closed; failed to ensure a homelike environment by not removing meal items from serving trays; failed to ensure a sanitary environment with staff reaching through the serving window from the dining side, appliances were clean, and food items to be served were covered; and walls and floors were in sanitary condition. The findings are: 1. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Oct 14, 2021

  Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure cold food items were maintained at or below a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit on the serving line to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen. The failed practice had the potential to affect 58 residents who received meals from the kitchen (total census: 59), as documented on a list provided by the Dietary Manager on 10/14/2021 at 9:35 a.m. The findings are: On 10/12/21 at 12:05 PM, Dietary Employee #1 started serving trays. The first tray contained mechanical soft chicken with gravy, potatoes with gravy, green beans, a pudding cup and a [MEDICATION(S)] sandwich. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF689Apr 18, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from accidents and hazards by leaving a spray bottle labeled floor cleaner and spray buff in the hallway unattended. The findings are: 1. On 04/16/2024 at 09:10 AM, Maintenance Staff #1 left a chemical spray bottle labeled floor cleaner and spray buff with a clear liquid in it hanging on the wall rail. At 09:20 AM, Maintenance Staff #1 returned to the spray bottle. Maintenance Staff #1 confirmed the bottle was left unsupervised by staff, that he meant to come right back, but a staff member caught him outside. He also said it was not good if residents grabbed it or anything, typically if the item has a warning label for children it is not good to leave out. 2. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF677Mar 16, 2023

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure nail care was provided to maintain appropriate grooming for 1 (Resident #43) of 19 (Residents #1, #7, #12, #13, #18, #22, #24, #26, #32, #35, #37, #40, #43, #44, #49, #52, #58, #61 and #116) sampled residents who were dependent on staff for nail care according to a list provided by the Administrator on 03/16/23 at 10:36 AM. The findings are: 1. Resident #43 had a diagnoses of Non-Alzheimer's Dementia, Medically Complex Conditions, and Malnutrition. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF689Jun 12, 2025

  Based on observations, interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure hazardous chemicals were secured and residents were prevented from having access to substances that could result in accidents or injuries, specifically failing to keep corrosive cleaning supplies out of the reach of ambulatory residents with dementia for 1 (Resident #50) of 2 sampled residents who were reviewed for accidents, resulting in one resident ingesting hydrogen peroxide cleaning solution. […]