The Wilshire Skilled Nursing and Therapy

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at The Wilshire Skilled Nursing and Therapy, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF814Jun 12, 2026

  Based on a review of the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure waste was properly contained in dumpsters and failed to ensure 2 of 2 dumpsters observed were covered to reduce the potential for harboring insects or rodents. The deficient practice had the potential to affect all the residents in the facility. Findings included: The U.S. FDA Food Code, dated 2022, revealed, Chapter 5. Water, Plumbing, and Waste revealed, 5-501.15 Outside Receptacles, which included, (A) Receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE, recyclables, and returnable used with materials containing FOOD residue and used outside the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be designed and constructed to have tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers;… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF761Nov 22, 2024

  Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure all drugs and biologicals were stored properly for two (#7 and #8) of two sampled residents whose medications were observed not to be stored according to company policy and procedure. The administrator identified 26 residents resided in the facility. Findings: A Storage of Medications policy, dated 01/2022, read in part, Medications and biologicals are stored safely, securely, and properly, following manufactuers' recommendations or those of the supplier. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF565Sep 24, 2024

  Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure Resident Council meetings were held. The administrator identified 28 residents resided in the facility. Findings: The facility Resident Rights and Family Handbook, undated, read in part, .The Resident Council is designed to give residents and family members a regular opportunity to participate in the planning of future activities and events. The Resident Council meeting also provides a forum to exchange ideas and socialize with people facing similar challenges. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF679Sep 24, 2024

  Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure scheduled activities were held. The administrator identified 28 residents resided in the facility. Findings: An undated facility Resident Rights and Family Handbook, read in part, .We have a full program of social, intellectual, recreational, creative and religious activities available to residents at our Center. The variety of activities offers something of interest to everyone. A calendar of monthly events is posted in a convenient location . The September 2024 Activity Calendar documented on 09/18/24 the facility was to have exercise at 9:00 a.m. and cup pong at 10:00 a.m. 1. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812Sep 24, 2024

  Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure: a. expired foods were removed from circulation; b. the kitchen was kept clean and in good repair; and c. leftover reheated soup reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. The administrator identified 28 residents resided in the facility. Findings: An undated Weekly Cleaning Schedule, documented the refrigerator, and the wall behind the back and front door to the kitchen were to be cleaned weekly to include the bottom of the refrigerators and freezers. On [DATE] at 10:54 a.m., the initial tour of the kitchen was conducted with the CDM. On [DATE] at 11:03 a.m., a carton of nectar thickened tea in the refrigerator was dated [DATE] with a best used by date of [DATE]. […]