The Blossoms at Newport Rehab & Nursing Center

In the surveyor’s words

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

• Actual harm, isolatedF600May 7, 2026

  Based on observations, interviews, record review and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to protect one (Resident #85) of two residents from physical abuse during a resident-to-resident altercation that occurred between Resident #85 and Resident #86 after the secured unit was left unsupervised by LPN #2 and CNA #5, staff who were assigned to the secured unit. The findings include: Resident #85 Review of an admission Record revealed the facility admitted Resident #85 on 03/28/2025 with diagnoses that included dementia, falls, panic disorders, heart conditions, anxiety, a pacemaker, a defibrillator, muscle weakness, lack of coordination, unsteadiness on feet, mild cognitive impairment, and insomnia. […]

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Sep 28, 2023

  Based on record review and interview the facility failed to use a two-person transfer, as determined necessary by the comprehensive care plan, during a mechanical lift transfer of 1 (Resident #1), which resulted in a fall with the resident sent to the emergency room for evaluation of complaint of pain to touch of right hip. This failed practice had the potential to affect 12 residents who require a mechanical lift for transfers. The findings are: Review of Resident #1's comprehensive plan of care dated [DATE], showed the resident was a potential risk for falls, had contractures to bilateral hips and legs, was non ambulatory, and required a mechanical lift x 2 staff for all transfers with a bariatric lift #13 pad. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Nov 7, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure dietary staff thoroughly washed their hands and changed gloves when contaminated and before handling food and clean equipment when contaminated; food items stored in the refrigerator, freezer and dry storage area were covered or sealed. expired food items and spices were promptly removed/discarded on or before the expiration or use by date; 1 of 1 ice machine and 1 of 1 scoop holder were maintained in a sanitary condition for 2 of 2 meals observed. The findings are: 1. On [DATE] at 9:57 AM, Dietary Aide (DA) #1 pulled her hair net down. Without washing her hands, DA #1 picked up clean plates and stacked them on the cart with her fingers inside of them. 2. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Dec 8, 2023

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to remove damaged canned goods from storage areas, and to maintain the kitchen can opener in a clean and sanitary manner. These failed practices had the potential to affect 77 residents who received meals from the kitchen. The findings are: On 12/05/2023 at 04:45 PM, the industrial can opener that was attached to the metal preparation table in the kitchen was encrusted with solid, dried substances. On 12/07/2023 at 10:31 AM, a tour of the kitchen pantry revealed: 1. One 6 pound 9 ounce can of sliced pears with a dent on the top of the can to include the seal. 2. Two 7 pound 5 ounce jellied cranberry sauce with dent on top of the can to include the seal. 3. One can of pork and beans indented on the side of the can. 4. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF880Dec 8, 2023

  Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure isolation precaution signs with instructions for personal protective equipment (PPE) (gown, mask etc.) needed when entering the room was placed on the door for 2 (Residents #29 and #340) and staff provided proper isolation procedures when dispensing ice for 1 (Resident #340) of 2 (Residents #29 and #340) sampled residents who were on isolation precautions. The findings are: 1. On 12/5/23 at 4:24 pm, observed on Resident #340's door a 'see nurse before entering' sign, and the door was open with 2 large red barrels by the door. There was no signage indicating the resident was on isolation or what personal protective equipment (gown, mask etc.) was needed when entering the room. a. […]