The Blossoms at North Little Rock Rehab & Nursing

In the surveyor’s words

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

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF814Aug 27, 2026

  Number of residents sampled: Number of residents cited: Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure that waste was properly contained in the dumpster, and the area was free from debris, in one of one dumpster area. The findings include: During an observation and concurrent interview on 08/24/2026 at 10:32 AM, the dumpster area behind the building was littered with plastic cup lids, peach slices, gloves and plastic bags. The Dietary Manager stated, I have not cleaned up around the dumpster in a few weeks, it is my responsibility to pick up around it as needed. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Mar 28, 2024

  Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure foods stored in the refrigerator was covered and sealed to minimize the potential for food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen; expired food items were promptly removed from stock to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meal trays from 1 of 1 kitchen; foods were dated the day received or opened to assure first in, first out usage to prevent potential for food bone illness, and dietary staff washed their hands before handling clean. equipment or food items to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen. These failed practices had the potential to affect 96 residents who received. meals from the kitchen. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Feb 24, 2023

  Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure kitchen equipment was clean and in good condition, dietary staff washed their hands and changed gloves between dirty and clean tasks and before handling clean equipment or food items to minimize the potential for food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen; and opened containers of food were refrigerated after opening when required. The failed practices had the ability to effect 96 residents who received their meals from 1 of 1 kitchen as documented on a list provided by the Dietary Consultant on 02/23/23 at 3:02 PM. The findings are: 1. On 02/21/23 at 10:55 AM, the Dry Storage Room had paper and other debris on the floor, under the storage racks. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Dec 9, 2021

  Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure floor drainage was functioning properly to prevent standing water around the dish washing machine; the freezer was maintained free of ice buildup; the kitchen floors and vents were maintained clean condition; foods stored in the refrigerator, freezer and storage areas were covered or sealed; expired food items were promptly removed / discarded; foods were dated when received; dietary staff washed their hands before handling clean equipment or food items; and hot foods were maintained at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit on the steam table while awaiting service to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF814Dec 9, 2021

  Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure garbage was properly contained within 3 of 3 garbage dumpsters to decrease the potential for pest infestation. These failed practices had the potential to affect all 92 residents who resided in the facility according to a list provided by the Dietary Supervisor on 12/07/21 at 2:53 PM. The findings are: 1. On 12/06/21 at 10:05 AM, the following observations were made: a. There was a large trash can by the exit door with trash visible. The lid of the trash can had been placed underneath the can. b. Upon exiting the kitchen to the outside, the area was littered with cigarette butts. To the right was an open, large rubber trash can containing mop heads. The lid was standing beside the can. […]