Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure accurate and complete documentation related to Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for toileting hygiene for four (#2, #4, #5, #6) out of four sampled residents. Findings included: During an interview on 04/24/2025 at 1:08 p.m. the Director of Nursing (DON) stated the aide staff works 8-hour shifts. The DON verified after reviewing the toilet hygiene documentation that the aides were not documenting every day, every shift they were providing incontinence care / toileting hygiene. The DON confirmed documentation was missing. The DON verified the incontinence care was to be documented under the toileting hygiene. 1. Review of Resident #2's admission Record revealed the resident was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses included but not limited to generalized osteoarthritis, dysphagia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, diabetes, anemia, seizures, pressure ulcers dementia, mood affective disorder, osteoporosis, neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, psychosis, major depressive disorder, anxiety, and hypertension. Review of Resident #2's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], Section C, Cognitive Patterns showed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 10 (moderately impaired). Section GG, Functional Abilities showed she was dependent for toileting hygiene: the ability to maintain perineal hygiene, adjust clothes before and after voiding or having a bowel movement. Dependent meant helper does ALL of the effort. Resident does none of the effort to complete the activity or the assistance of 2 or more helpers is required for the resident to complete the activity. Review of the care plans showed Resident #2 required assistance with all ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). She was very poorly motivated. Resident #2 frequently refuses any and all ADL cares. She will adamantly refuse to allow staff to provide incontinence care, turn or reposition her and will refuse most staff. She chooses to get out of bed only once a week to get her hair done, date initiated was 12/06/2021 and revised on 09/24/2024. Interventions included but not limited to Resident was Total Dependent upon staff for ADLs. as of 12/27/2024. Resident was dependent for toileting as of 08/07/2021. Bed mobility was dependent on assist of 2 to turn and/or reposition as of 08/08/2017. Review of the Toileting Hygiene showed the following, 03/28/2025: 2 changes, 03/29/2025: 2 changes, 03/30/2025: 2 changes, 04/01/2025: 2 changes, 04/02/2025: 2 changes, 04/03/2025: 2 changes, 04/05/2025: 1 change, 04/06/2025: 2 changes, 04/07/2025: 2 changes, 04/10/2025: 2 changes, 04/11/2025: 2 changes, 04/12/2025: 2 changes, 04/13/2025: 2 changes, 04/14/2025: 2 changes, 04/15/2025: 2 changes, 04/16/2025: 2 changes, 04/17/2025: 1 change, 04/18/2025: 1 change, 04/19/2025: 1 change, 04/20/2025: 2 changes, 04/21/2025: 2 changes and on 04/22/2025: 3 changes. 2. Review of the admission Record showed Resident #4 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses included but not limited to quadriplegia, hypertension, recurrent depression, muscle disorder, Trans Ischemic Attack, chronic pain syndrome, and anxiety disorder. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] showed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14 (cognitively intact). Section GG, Functional Abilities showed he was dependent for toileting hygiene: the ability to maintain perineal hygiene, adjust clothes before and after voiding or having a bowel movement. Dependent meant helper does ALL of the effort. Resident does none of the effort to complete the activity or the assistance of 2 or more helpers is required for the resident to complete the activity. Review of the Activity of Daily Living (ADL) Care plan showed the Resident had an ADL Self Care Performance Deficit as evidence by diagnoses of quadriplegia, history of CVA, chronic pain, anemia as of 09/16/2024 and revised on 03/14/2025. Interventions included but not limited to bed mobility was dependent assist of 2 to turn and/or reposition as of 06/04/2021 and dependent for toilet use. Review of the Toileting Hygiene showed the following, 03/26/2025: 1 change, 03/30/2025: 1 change, 03/31/2025: 2 changes, 04/03/2025, 2 changes, 04/04/2025: 1 change, 04/06/2025: 1 change, 04/08/2025: 2 changes, 04/10/2025: 1 change, 04/12/2025: 2 changes, 04/14/2025: 2 changes, 04/17/2025: 1 change, 04/18/2025: 1 change, 04/19/2025: 2 changes, 04/20/2025: 1 change, 04/21/2025: 2 changes, 04/22/2025: 2 changes and on 04/23/2025: 2 changes. 3. Review of the admission Record showed Resident #5 was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses included but not limited to COPD, heart failure, anxiety, depression, and mood disorder. Review of the significant change in status MDS dated [DATE] showed a BIMS score of 13 (cognitively intact). Section GG, Functional Abilities showed he was dependent for toileting hygiene: the ability to maintain perineal hygiene, adjust clothes before and after voiding or having a bowel movement. Dependent meant helper does ALL of the effort. Resident does none of the effort to complete the activity or the assistance of 2 or more helpers is required for the resident to complete the activity. Review of the ADL care plan showed Resident #5 had an ADL self-care performance deficit related to weakness and impaired mobility due to diagnoses as of 10/26/2024 and revised on 03/03/2025. Interventions included but not limited to bed mobility was dependent assist of 2 to turn and/or reposition as of 08/20/2024. and dependent for toilet use as of 08/20/2024. Review of the Toileting Hygiene showed the following, 03/26/2025: 1 change, 03/29/2025: 1 change, 03/30/2025: 2 changes, 03/31/2025: 2 changes, 04/01/2025: 2 changes, 04/02/2025: 2 changes, 04/03/2025: 2 changes, 04/05/2025: 1 change , 04/06/2025: 1 change, 04/09/2025: 2 changes, 04/10/2025: 2 changes, 04/12/2025: 2 changes, 04/14/2025: 2 changes, 04/15/2025: 2 changes, 04/16/2025: 1 change, 04/17/2025: 1 change, 04/18/2025,1 change, 04/19/2025: 1 change, 04/21/2025: 1 change, and on 04/23/2025: 1 change. 4. Review of the admission Record showed Resident #6 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses included but not limited to Cerebral Vascular accident (CVA) of traumatic brain injury, developmental disorder, spinal stenosis, bipolar, anxiety, contracture of left and right hand and left elbow, and depression. Review of the quarterly MDS dated [DATE] showed a BIMS score of 14 or cognitively intact. Section GG, Functional Abilities showed he was dependent for toileting hygiene: the ability to maintain perineal hygiene, adjust clothes before and after voiding or having a bowel movement. Dependent meant helper does ALL of the effort. Resident does none of the effort to complete the activity or the assistance of 2 or more helpers is required for the resident to complete the activity. Review of the ADL care plane showed Resident #6 required assistance with bed mobility, transfers toileting secondary to history of traumatic brain injury with developmental mental disorder and history of progressive weakness, (L) hemiparesis, decreased range of motion bilateral upper extremities. Interventions included but not limited to bed mobility was dependent assist of 2 to turn and/or reposition as of 03/10/2025 and dependent for toilet use assist of 2 as of 12/27/2018. Review of the Toileting Hygiene showed the following, 03/26/2025: 2 changes, 03/28/2025: 1 change, 03/30/2025: 1 change, 03/31/2025: 2 changes, 04/01/2025: 2 changes , 04/03/2025: 2 changes, 04/06/2025: 1 change, 04/08/2025: 2 changes, 04/09/2025: 2 changes, 04/11/2025: 2 changes, 04/12/2025: 2 changes, 04/13/2025: 2 changes, 04/14/2025: 1 change, 04/17/2025: 2 changes, 04/18/2025: 1 change, 04/19/2025: 2 changes, 04/20/2025: 2 changes and on 04/21/2025: 2 changes. During an interview on 04/24/2025 at 3:01 p.m. the Director of Nursing (DON) verified the lack of documentation related to toileting for Residents #4, #5, #6. The DON stated the aides should be documented at least every shift. The DON stated the documentation should be under the toileting hygiene. She stated the perineal hygiene is the actual care. Requested and did not receive a documentation expectation policy.
Every finding on record at Windsor Woods Rehab and Healthcare Center
Hudson, Florida · CCN 105568
22 findings across 6 inspections, in the inspector's own words, 2 of them at actual harm or above.
Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.
The inspector’s own words from form CMS-2567, unedited, including CMS’s own spacing. Names and some dates are redacted by CMS.
Inspection of April 24, 2025
3 findingsBased on observation, interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to follow the comprehensive person-centered care plan related to providing toileting care with a two-person assist for one (#2) of eight sampled residents. Findings included: During an interview on 04/24/25 at 1:08 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) and the Director of Nursing (DON) stated Resident #2 initially told the 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. shift aide on 02/26/2025 about her finger hurting. The DON stated she went to Resident #2s room, and Resident #2 alleged a person (unknown at the time) came into her room the night before and hit her hand a couple hundred times. The NHA and the DON stated during their investigation Staff A, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who cared for Resident #2 on the 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. shift on 02/26/2025 stated she provided incontinence care alone. The NHA stated Staff A, stated the resident was combative during care. The NHA stated during the investigation it was noted that Resident #2 was dependent for incontinence care or required 2 persons. The NHA stated Resident #2 was care planned for 2-person bed mobility. The NHA stated Resident #2 was dependent assist of two to turn and / or reposition which was for toileting / changing brief also. The DON and the NHA verified Staff A, CNA did not follow the care planning of needing 2 person to assist. An observation on 04/24/25 at 11:58 a.m. revealed Resident #2 was sitting up in bed eating lunch. The resident was noted confused during the interview and could not answer questions related to her care needs. Review of Resident #2's admission Record revealed the resident was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses included but not limited to generalized osteoarthritis, dysphagia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, diabetes, anemia, seizures, pressure ulcers dementia, mood affective disorder, osteoporosis, neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, psychosis, major depressive disorder, anxiety, and hypertension. Review of Resident #2's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], Section C, Cognitive Patterns showed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 10 (moderately impaired). Section GG, Functional Abilities showed she was dependent for toileting hygiene: the ability to maintain perineal hygiene, adjust clothes before and after voiding or having a bowel movement. Dependent meant helper does ALL of the effort. Resident does none of the effort to complete the activity or the assistance of 2 or more helpers is required for the resident to complete the activity. Review of the care plans showed Resident #2 required assistance with all ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). She was very poorly motivated. Resident #2 frequently refuses any and all ADL cares. She will adamantly refuse to allow staff to provide incontinence care, turn or reposition her and will refuse most staff. She chooses to get out of bed only once a week to get her hair done, date initiated was 12/06/2021 and revised on 09/24/2024. Interventions included but not limited to Resident was Total Dependent upon staff for ADLs. as of 12/27/2024. Resident was dependent for toileting as of 08/07/2021. Bed mobility was dependent on assist of 2 to turn and/or reposition as of 08/08/2017. During an interview on 04/24/25 at 1:08 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) and the Director of Nursing (DON) stated during the investigation on 02/26/2025 it was noted that Resident #2 was dependent for incontinence care or required 2 persons. The NHA stated Resident #2 was care planned for 2-person bed mobility. The NHA stated Resident #2 was dependent assist of two to turn and / or reposition which was for toileting / changing brief also. The DON and the NHA verified Staff A, CNA did not follow the care planning of needing 2 person to assist. Review of the facility's policy, Care Plan-Interdisciplinary Plan of Care from Interim to Meeting, effective February 2024 showed the facility shall support that each resident must receive, and the facility must provide the necessary care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment and plan of care. The facility shall assess and address care issues that are relevant to individual residents, to include, but may not be limited to, monitoring resident condition, and responding with appropriate interventions. The comprehensive care plan is an interdisciplinary communication tool. It includes measurable objectives and time frames and describes the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. The care plan is reviewed and revised periodically, and the services provided or arranged are consistent with each resident's written plan of care. The overall care plan should be oriented towards: 1. Preventing avoidable declines in functioning or functional levels or otherwise clarifying why another goal takes precedence. Managing risk factors to the extent possible are indicating the limits of such interventions. Procedure 5. Comprehensive Plan of Care: B. The comprehensive care plan describes or includes: i. The services that are to be furnished and goals that reflect their residence wishes, choices, and exercise of rights.
Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure a hospice plan of care was developed and coordinated to include communication between the facility and hospice provider related to activities of daily living (ADLs) for one (#3) of three residents reviewed for hospice care. Findings included: Review of an event progress note for Resident #3 revealed on 4/21/25 at 1: 00 p.m., a Hospice CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) reports to nurse that open areas occurred while giving [Resident #3] a shower. The resident has provided the following description of the event: Unable to say what happened. The following type of event is noted: Skin alteration - Details of the event are as follows: Hospice CNA was showering Resident when open areas were obtained and reported. Preventative interventions related to this event included - continue with protective sleeves. A Change in Condition evaluation completed on 4/21/25 showed Resident #3's skin changes were - skin tear Left elbow, right forearm, and right ankle. Review of Resident # 3's admission Record revealed an admission date of 2/2/24 with diagnoses to include encephalopathy, Idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus, senile degeneration of brain, unspecified dementia- unspecified severity without behavioral disturbance, mood disturbance and anxiety, Dysphagia -oral pharyngeal phase, Essential hypertension, Hyperlipemia, unspecified mood affective disorder, and history of falling, Review of physician orders for Resident #3 dated 12/11/24 showed the resident was under (Name of Hospice provider) with a diagnosis of Senile Degeneration of the brain. Review of a quarterly MDS (Minimum Data set) assessment dated [DATE] showed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 3, meaning severe cognitive impairment. Section GG of the MDS - Functional Abilities and Goals showed Resident #3 required substantial to maximal assistance to roll left and right, sit to lying, lying to sitting on side of bed, sit to stand, chair bed to chair transfer, toilet transfer, and tub/ shower transfer. The MDS further revealed the resident was dependent on a wheelchair/scooter for mobility and was under hospice care. Review of the plan of care for Resident #3 Focus- ADL showed the resident has an ADL self-care performance deficit in reference to recent hospitalization and decline in function, related to Dementia, S/P (status post) fall at home, decline expected as resident is under hospice services. The care plan was initiated on 1/11/24 with a revision date of 12/21/24. The goal of the care plan was documented as - will have ADL needs anticipated and met by staff through the next review date. Interventions included - transfer - Total Mechanical Lift to Chair of 2, date initiated 1/16/2024. Under Shower Device: standard shower chair, shower per schedule and as needed, see shower schedule for details date initiated 1/11/24. Review of the plan of care for Resident #3 Focus titled -Terminal Diagnosis showed Resident #3 was diagnosed with a terminal condition and was at risk for loss of dignity during dying process (Name of Hospice provider) Diagnosis: Senile degeneration of the brain. An overall decline in status is anticipated r/t (related to) terminal diagnosis/ prognosis. Date initiated 12/12/2024, Revision on 3/26/25. The goal of this care plan showed the resident will be supported to promote comfort and dignity throughout the dying process, Date Initiated: 12/12/2024, Target Date: 06/24/2025. The resident's safety, dignity, and comfort will be maintained through the review date. Date Initiated: 12/12/2024 Revision on: 03/26/2025 Target Date: 06/24/2025. Interventions included to collaborate with hospice team to ensure the resident's spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical and social needs are met and to coordinate continued services when appropriate. An interview was conducted with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on 4/24/25 at 10:31 a.m. The NHA stated Resident #3's plan of care was that she needed a Hoyer Lift for transfers. The NHA reported the hospice CNA did not follow that care plan expectation because they follow the hospice plan of care which does not document the level of assistance the patient needs. The NHA stated they (Hospice), have their own care plans, but their care plans do not document the specific assistance needed for the resident, it only showed the tasks to be performed. The NHA stated the Hospice Aide did not ask the facility staff what the resident's assistance needs are. She stated the nurses and the CNAs at the facility did not communicate to the hospice aides on the resident's ADL care needs. On 4/24/25 at 2: 25 p.m. in a follow-up interview, the NHA stated there was no documentation in the facility of how often the Hospice aide comes and what care she provided to Resident #3. An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 4/24/25 at 2:25 p.m. She stated the Hospice provider told them there was a written plan of care with the hospice aide's assignment. She stated it was documented in Resident #3's record the resident received bed baths. The DON stated the Hospice Aide had reported wanting to give Resident #3 a good shower, and it was the first time she had given her a shower. The DON stated the Hospice Aide did not utilize the mechanical lift. and transferred the resident to the shower chair by herself which resulted in skin tears. Review of a facility document titled Hospice Nursing Facility Service Agreement, with an effective date of July 24, 2023, signed by the nursing facility and hospice, revealed: under (d.) Coordination of Care - ( ii) Design of plan of care: In accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, Facility shall coordinate with Hospice in developing a Plan of Care for each Hospice Patient. Hospice retains primary responsibility to determine each Hospice Patient's appropriate Plan of Care. Facility shall ensure that each Hospice Patient's plan of care includes both the most recent Hospice Plan of Care and a description of the Facility Services furnished by the Facility to attain or maintain the Hospice Patient's highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well - being as required by federal regulations. On 4/24/25 at 4:20 p.m. The NHA stated the facility did not have a Hospice policy.
Inspection of June 6, 2024
6 findingsBased on record review, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide incontinent supplies to meet resident needs for five (Residents #73, #35, #22, #49, #61) of 47 residents sampled. Findings Included: 1. An interview was conducted on 06/03/24 at 11:45 a.m. with Resident # 61. She stated staff ran out of incontinent briefs yesterday evening and she was not able to be changed. She stated staff only had a size small, and she wears an extra-large and/or extra extra-large and a small would not fit. She stated staff had to run to [local store] to pick up briefs for residents. Review of the electronic medical record (EMR) showed Resident #61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, unspecified convulsions, primary insomnia, and anxiety disorder. Review of Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] showed: - Section C Brief Interview Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14 indicating no cognitive impairment. - Section I with heading genitourinary marked yes for renal insufficiency, renal failure, end stage renal disease. - Section H revealed that resident is always continent of bowl and bladder. On 06/06/24 at 9:05 a.m., an interview was conducted with Resident #22. She stated she was not able to get a clean pull up last Sunday. She stated staff told her they were out, and she would have to wait. She stated she did get one late that evening. She was unable to confirm the time. Review of the electronic medical record (EMR) showed Resident #22 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included irritable bowel syndrome, edema, anxiety disorder and Parkinsonism. Review of Minimum Data Set, dated dated dated [DATE] - Section C Brief Interview Mental Status (BIMS) score of 11 indicating mild cognitive impairment. - Section H revealed that resident is always continent of bowl and bladder. On 06/06/24 at 8:55 a.m., an interview was conducted with Resident #49. She stated the facility had all supplies well stocked, except incontinent briefs. She stated, We did not have any this past weekend. Review of the electronic medical record (EMR) showed Resident #49 was admitted to facility on 01/26/19 with diagnoses that included anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder, and parkinsonism. Review of Minimum Data Set, dated dated dated [DATE] revealed: - Section C a Brief Interview for Mental Status score of 15 indicating no cognitive impairment. - Section H showed resident is frequently incontinent of urine and always continent of bowel. An interview was conducted on 06/06/24 at 9:27 a.m. with Staff G, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Scheduler, and Central Supply Coordinator. She stated she ordered supplies twice a week. She placed orders on Wednesday for Thursday delivery and Friday for Monday delivery. An interview was conducted on 06/06/24 at 10:25 a.m. with Nursing Home Administrator (NHA). She stated Staff G had an emergency and had to leave the building. She stated incontinent supplies were not received on Thursday because the order was not placed earlier in the week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday). It was overlooked as the NHA covered for central supply when Staff G was out. The NHA stated she did not approve the order, which was why there was no delivery on 05/30/24. She stated the Thursday delivery of incontinent supplies was what covered the resident's needs through the weekend. She stated she placed an order on Friday 05/31/24 with expected delivery on Monday 06/03/24. She stated when she received a call from staff on 06/02/24 stating they were low on briefs, she went to the store to purchase supplies to replenish stock until delivery on Monday. 49227 2. During an interview and observation, on 6/3/24 at 10:52 a.m. Resident #73 said, The Certified Nurses Assistants (CNAs) do not have what they need, brief shortage happens all the time, they put little briefs on big people. I am [my skin] is sensitive to the briefs they buy at the store. During an interview and observation on 6/05/24 at 9:33 a.m. Resident #73 said this weekend they ran out of diapers they used two small diapers, it was not comfortable. Review of Resident #73's Admission Record showed the initial admitted to the facility was on 11/28/21 with diagnoses to include morbid (severe) obesity. Review of Resident #73's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], Section H -Bladder and Bowel showed R #73 is always incontinent of urine and bowel. Review of R #73's active care plan dated 6/14/23, titled Activities of Daily Living (ADL) showed bowel and bladder incontinence. Review of Resident #35's Admission Record showed the initial admitted to the facility was on 12/26/15 with diagnoses to include morbid (severe) obesity. Review of Resident #35's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], Section H -Bladder and Bowel showed Resident #35 is always incontinent of urine and bowel. Review of Resident #35's active care plan, Activities of Daily Living (ADL), dated 10/5/2020, showed bladder and bowel incontinence. During an interview on 6/6/24 at 8:50 a.m. Staff H, CNA said, sometimes the facility runs out of briefs they try their best. During an interview on 6/6/24 at 9:00 a.m. Staff I, CNA said the availability of supplies at the facility is moderate, when there is a low number of adult briefs available, before it is needed for resident care the briefs are available. During an interview and record review on 6/6/24 at 9:27 a.m., Staff G, CNA, Scheduler and Central Supply Coordinator said the facility ordered supplies on Wednesdays and Fridays. Supplies from the vendor were delivered on Mondays and Thursdays. Staff G said the types of supplies and the quantity ordered were based on the resident needs and the facility's census. The size of incontinent brief residents require was based on measurements obtained during admission to the facility. She said on the weekend when supplies were not available, staff would notify the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) or the Director of Nursing (DON). Staff G said the facility would obtain supplies from the hospice thrift store, department stores or pharmacies. During an interview and record review on 6/6/24 at 10:10 a.m., Staff H, Housekeeping/Linen Manager confirmed the was the Manager on Duty (MOD) on 6/2/24. The MOD responsibilities included making sure there were no issues such as (technical, falls, etc.) in the facility. Staff H said on 6/2/24 no issues were reported everything was fine, [I] did not have to call anyone During an interview and record review with NHA on 6/6/24 at approximately 9:23 a.m., she said a grievance related to brief availability was started on 6/4/24. A review of the facility's Grievance/Concern Report showed the date received was 6/4/24, the section titled, print individual name (name of who is reporting) showed reported from Staff A, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Unit Manager (UM) concern from surveyor. The section titled report the concern showed some residents saying they don't have the correct size briefs and signed by the NHA. The section titled, Documentation of facility follow-up, showed the DON and Staff were the individuals designated to take action, the assigned date was 6/4/24 and the resolved by date was 6/7/24. The NHA said supplies were not delivered on Thursday (5/30/24). Review of invoice the facility provided titled Supp-Incontinent Supplies revealed incontinent supplies were ordered on May 3rd, 6th, 10th, 13th, 17th 25th and 31st. Review of the May 2024 calendar showed there were five Wednesdays and five Friday's during that month.
Based on record review, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Level I readmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) was accurate for four residents (#15, #18, #68, #98) of 21 residents sampled for PASRR review. Findings Included: 1. Review of the electronic medical record (EMR) revealed Resident #68 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included depression, and unspecified dementia. Review of the Level I PASRR dated 10/25/23 showed qualifying diagnoses were not checked or indicated, and that no Level II PASRR was required. An interview was conducted on 06/06/24 at 12:55 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DON). She stated Resident #68 PASARR dated 10/25/23 was incorrect as Depression was not marked under Mental Illness or Suspected Mental Illness and a Level II should have been completed as resident had a secondary diagnosis of dementia and diagnosis of depressive disorder. The DON stated this (PASRR) would need to be corrected. 49227 2. A review of the Admission Record showed Resident #98 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included but not limited to schizophrenia and anxiety disorder. Review of Resident #98's Level I PASRR dated 5/10/24, signed by the Director of Nursing (DON) showed, Section 1A. titled MI (mental illness]) suspected MI check all that apply showed schizophrenia was not selected. During an interview on 6/6/24 at 1:07 p.m., the DON said PASRR's were reviewed during the facility's daily meeting and said the error was corrected on a PASRR dated 6/5/24. Review of Resident #98's Level I PASRR dated 6/5/24, signed by the Director of Nursing (DON) showed, Section 1A. titled MI (mental illness]) suspected MI check all that apply showed schizophrenia and anxiety disorder was selected. 50732 3. Review of Resident #18's Admission Record showed he was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis to include Anxiety Disorder. Review of the Level I Preadmission Screening and Resident Review Process (PASRR) for Resident #18, dated 04/13/2023, revealed an incomplete PASRR with the qualifying diagnosis not checked. On 06/06/2024 at 1:00 p.m., an interview was conducted with Director of Nursing who confirmed Major Depressive Disorder Diagnosis was listed on Resident #18's Facesheet, but was not checked appropriately on the PASRR. 39438 4. A review of the Admission Record for Resident #15 showed he was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a primary diagnosis of spinal stenosis and had other diagnoses to include major depressive disorder, unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety, depression, anxiety disorder, and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Section I Active Diagnoses of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] showed the resident had diagnoses of anxiety disorder, depression, and PTSD. A review of Resident #15's PASRR Level I Screen dated 02/12/24 and completed by the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed no diagnosis or suspicion of serious mental illness or intellectual disability indicated and no Level II PASRR evaluation not required. The Level I Screen also indicated A Level II PASRR evaluation must be completed if the individual has a primary or secondary diagnosis of dementia or related neurocognitive disorder, and a suspicion or diagnosis of a serious mental illness, intellectual disability, or both. On 06/06/24 at 12:50 p.m., the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed since Resident #15 had a diagnosis of dementia and a diagnosis of a serious mental illness a Level II should have been completed. The policy & procedure provided by the facility PASRR Requirements Level I & Level II revealed the following: Policy The screening is reviewed by Admissions for suspicion of serious mental illness & intellectual disability to ensure appropriate placement in the lease restrictive environment & to identify the need to provide applicants with needed specialized services. Procedure 2. Determine if a serious mental illness &/or intellectual disability or a related condition exists while reviewing the PASRR form completed by the Acute Care Facility. (Trigger for Level II Completion).
Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility did not ensure compression stockings were ordered for one (Resident #46) of one resident sampled for chronic right lower leg swelling. Findings included: On 6/3/24 at 10:45 a.m. during an interview and observation with Resident #46, he said his left leg swelling was constant because the compression stockings the facility provided was too small to fit his leg. Resident #46 presented a package of extra-large white compression stockings. (Photographic Evidence Obtained). Resident #46 said the swelling in his leg was making it difficult for him to walk. Observation of Resident #46's right lower leg and foot was noticeable larger than the left leg. (Photographic Evidence Obtained). A review of Resident #46's admission record showed diagnoses to include generalized muscle weakness, abnormalities of gait and mobility and fatigue. Review of the occupational therapy (OT) daily treatment note dated, 4/30/24 by Staff D, OT, showed attempted to see patient with left lower extremity (LLE) edema notices with nursing aware. On 6/4/24 at 11:20 a.m., during an interview with Staff A, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Unit Manager (UM), he said he would follow-up with Resident #46 about compression stocking size. On 6/5/24 at 8:55 a.m., Staff A, LPN, UM said the facility ordered XXL compression stockings for the resident and the compression stockings were placed on his left leg on 6/4/24. On 6/5/24 at 3:02 p.m., an observation and Interview was conducted with Resident #46. Resident #46 was wearing a tan colored compression stocking on his right leg and said the facility provided the correct compression stocking. He said the compression stocking was comfortable and was helping the swelling. (Photographic Evidence Obtained). Review of the physical therapy (PT) daily treatment note dated, 6/5/24 by Staff E, PT showed, patient reports edema in the left lower extremity (LLE) and wants to use lighter weights today. He had the nurse place a compression stocking on the left lower extremity for the edema. Review of Resident #46's order dated 6/4/24 at 12:57 p.m. Staff A, LPN, UM showed instructions to apply compression to left lower extremity with a.m. care and remove at bedtime every day and evening shift for edema. Resource: Retrieved on 6/11/2024 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK554452/ [NAME] A, [NAME] AS, [NAME] BS. Peripheral Edema. [Updated 2023 [DATE]]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK554452/
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to identify triggers related to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) which may retraumatize a resident and failed to develop and implement an individualized care plan with interventions that could minimize or eliminate the effect of the triggers for two (Resident #15 and #12) out of two sampled residents. Findings included: 1. A review of the Admission Record for Resident #15 showed he was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses to include major depressive disorder, unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety, depression, anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Section C Cognitive Patterns of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] showed Resident #15 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13 out of 15 indicating cognitively intact. Section I Active Diagnoses of the MDS showed the resident had diagnoses of anxiety disorder, depression, and PTSD. Section 12. Trauma Informed Care of the Psychosocial History and assessment dated [DATE] showed the following: The resident had a diagnosis of PTSD due to the military (declined to discuss) and two children had passed away. He was followed by a psychologist and psychiatrist. The care plan was updated related to trauma informed care. There was no documentation that the staff attempted to reassess the resident to identify triggers. The care plan with the focus area of trauma informed care initiated on 01/26/24 revealed the following interventions: Coordinate psychology or psychiatric services on admission and as needed, coordinate support groups as requested, encourage to express feelings, concerns, and thoughts, know what triggers are and minimize exposure if possible, and observe for symptoms of a trigger. The care plan did not reflect individual interventions related to triggers for Resident #15. On 06/06/2024 at 9:40 a.m., an interview with Staff K, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), was conducted. He stated, The only psych diagnosis I know of was depression and the resident was on Celexa. He did not know Resident #15 had a PTSD diagnosis. Staff K, LPN, looked in the medical record and confirmed the resident had PTSD and stated he did not know Resident #15's triggers. When asked how he would know if there were triggers, he stated It would normally be on the care plan or charted. On 06/06/2024 at 9:50 a.m., an interview with Staff P, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), was conducted. She reported Resident #15 was depressed sometimes but did not know he had a diagnosis of PTSD. He was much better now than when he first came here. Resident #15 was grumpy. Staff P, CNA, could not give specific triggers. On 06/06/24 at 1:04 p.m., the Director of Nursing (DON) reported a trauma informed care plan should be initiated and it should have specific triggers. They usually educate staff on the triggers if the resident can tell what the triggers are. Resident #15 reported to them that he was in the military but declined to give them specifics. 48823 2. Review of the admission record dated 6/6/2024 for Resident #12 revealed the resident was admitted on [DATE] with original date of admission 4/28/2010. Resident #12 was admitted with a diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Chronic (4/28/2010) secondary diagnosis. Review of Psychosocial History and Assessment - V5 dated 5/2/2024 for Resident #12 revealed: Section 11 Mental Health - psychiatric diagnosis - treated with psychotropic medications for depression, bipolar and PTSD. Section 12 - Trauma Informed Care - has the resident ever been diagnosed with PTSD, had a life altering event or life changing event - the response - yes. If yes, what type of event - military. Review of care plan dated 11/3/2023 for Resident #12 revealed: Focus for Trauma informed care Goal - Staff will assist in managing the resident's response to the trigger Interventions - Coordinate psychology or psychiatric services, support groups, express feelings and know what the triggers are. The care plan does not identify the PTSD event or triggers. Review of the facility Policy and Procedure for Trauma Informed Care revealed: Policy: The facility will provide services for residents who have experienced mental or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who have a history of trauma or have a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Trauma-Informed Care is care provided by staff who understands and considers the trauma and promotes environments of healing and recovery minimizing re-traumatization. Purpose: To ensure residents who are trauma survivors receive culturally sensitive trauma-informed care in accordance with professional standards of practice and accounting for residents' experience and preferences in order to eliminate or mitigate triggers which may cause re-traumatization of the resident. Process: Admission - Nursing - The admitting nurse will communicate the identified mental or psychosocial adjustment difficulty and/or PTSD to team using any of the following communication methods - twenty-four-hour report, shift to shift report, progress notes and Kardex. Social Services (SS) - The SS department will attempt to establish a rapport and conduct further psychosocial assessment of the resident's mental or psychosocial adjustment difficulty and/or PTSD and develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan which addresses the specific triggers and appropriate interventions. Activities - Complete the activities assessment and preferences and implement resident centered meaningful activities and nonpharmacological interventions. Coordinate support groups, spiritual groups and volunteers of interest.
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure antibiotics were administered timely for one (Resident #87) out of six residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. Findings included: A review of the Admission Record for Resident #87 showed the resident was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a primary diagnosis of encephalopathy. The lab report with an order date of [DATE] showed a wound culture was rejected on [DATE] at 1:01 p.m. due to unable to process specimen due to collection with expired supplies. Swab received expired on [DATE]. The urinalysis with micro, reflux to urine culture lab report conduced on [DATE] showed preliminary results were received on [DATE] that showed the resident had >100,000 colony-forming unit per milliliter (cfu/ml) gram positive cocci possible enterococcus species identification and sensitivities to follow. The final report approved [DATE] showed >100,000 cfu/ml gram positive cocci enterococcus faecium this isolate is vancomycin resistant (VRE). There was note written on the report that showed, started on doxycycline 100mg daily for 10 days. There was a second note written on the report that showed, please discontinue doxycycline and start linezolid 600 mg two times a day for 14 days. The resident started on ciprofloxacin 250 MG on [DATE], but this antibiotic was resistant according to the sensitivity analysis on the lab report. Resident #87 did not start the appropriate antibiotic to treat this infection until [DATE]. A review of the Order Summary Report with an order date range of [DATE] to [DATE] revealed the following: Diagnostic [DATE]- Collect wound culture for culture and sensitivity one time a day for 1 day Laboratory [DATE]- Urinalysis (UA)/ Culture and Sensitivity (C&S) [DATE]- Blood cultures one time a day for 1 day [DATE]- Wound cultures one time a day Pharmacy [DATE]-[DATE] Ciprofloxacin 250 milligram (MG)- Give 1 tablet by mouth (po) two times a day for urinary tract infection (UTI) for five days [DATE]-[DATE] Doxycycline Hyclate 100 MG- Give 1 capsule po one time a day for VRE UTI for 10 days [DATE]-[DATE] Lidocaine Injection- Inject 2.1 milliliters (ml) intramuscularly every 12 hours for VRE UTI for 10 days mix 2.1 ml with antibiotic [DATE]-[DATE] Linezolid Oral Tablet- Give 1 tablet po every 12 hours for VRE UTI for 14 days [DATE]-[DATE] Streptomycin Sulfate- Inject 1 gram intramuscularly every 12 hours for VRE UTI for 10 days The Medication Administration Record (MAR) dated [DATE] to [DATE] showed the following: [DATE]-[DATE] Doxycycline Hyclate 100 MG was not administered; [DATE] Ciprofloxacin 250 MG was administered ,d+[DATE]-,d+[DATE] per orders; [DATE]-[DATE] Lidocaine Injection was not administered; [DATE] Linezolid Oral Tablet was administered per orders; and [DATE]-[DATE] Streptomycin Sulfate was not administered. The Treatment Administration (TAR) dated [DATE] to [DATE] showed the following: [DATE] Weekly CBC/CMP every night shift every Sunday for monitoring (The order was not followed for ,d+[DATE]. Labs were done on ,d+[DATE], ,d+[DATE], and ,d+[DATE]); [DATE] UA C&S was done on ,d+[DATE]; [DATE] Blood cultures were done on ,d+[DATE]; [DATE] Collect wound culture for C&S was done on ,d+[DATE]; and [DATE] Wound culture was done on ,d+[DATE]. The MAR dated [DATE] to [DATE] showed Linezolid was administered per order. The TAR dated [DATE] to [DATE] showed CBC and CMP was done as ordered. A review of the Progress Notes dated [DATE] to [DATE] revealed the following: [DATE] 11:08 a.m. Resident noted to be more lethargic and increased confusion at this time. Received order for blood cultures and start cipro 250 mg two times a day for 5 days after blood cultures are drawn. [DATE] 15:30 (3:30 p.m.) Medical doctor notified facility. New order to discontinue doxycycline and start streptomycin 1 gram intramuscular daily for 10 days with lidocaine. [DATE] 15:21 (3:21 p.m.) U/A culture received this shift. Medical doctor notified. Received order for doxycycline 100 mg daily for 10 days. [DATE] 10:44 a.m. Received order from medical doctor. Discontinue streptomycin and lidocaine and start linezolid 600 two times a day for 14 days. On [DATE] at 12:19 p.m., the Director of Nursing (DON) reported the labs ordered were just routine labs. They had just started with this lab company on [DATE]st [2024] and they had all new supplies provided to them by the lab. The DON stated she reached out to her point of contact regarding the expired vial and he only stated the lab told him that the vial was expired. She did not know who took the culture. The labs were initially ordered on [DATE]. The nurse collected it on [DATE] and the lab company came to pick it up on ,d+[DATE]. The DON confirmed there was a delay in getting the culture done due to the expired vial. Nurses should be checking the dates on the vial. They had to get a new order to repeat the culture and the results were not received until [DATE]. She was not sure when the preliminary results were received. She said there were results prior to ,d+[DATE] but the doctor does not start anything until you have a sensitivity. The order for doxycycline was put in on [DATE] at 15:12 (3:12 p.m.) and was discontinued on [DATE] at 15:24 (3:24 p.m.). The linezolid was put in on [DATE] in the morning and the first dose was administered on 2100 (9:00 p.m.) on [DATE]. Streptomycin Sulfate was ordered on [DATE] at 15:30 (3:15 p.m.), none was administered, and was discontinued on [DATE] at 10:42 am. None of the doxycycline was given. It was 29 hours before the first dose of antibiotic was administered after receiving the results of the labs.
Based on observations and record review, the facility failed to ensure the medication error rate was less than 5.00%. Forty-two medication administration opportunities were observed, and three errors were identified for two residents (#38 and #7) of five residents observed. These errors constituted a 7.14% medication error rate. Findings included: On 6/5/24 at 9:00 a.m., Staff N, LPN was observed preparing and administer administering Resident #38's medications. She prepared and administered the following medications aspirin Low dose 81 mg, hydrochlorothiazide Oral Tablet 12.5 mg, vitamin D and Tylenol regular str 325 mg. A review of Resident #38's physician orders revealed aspirin EC tablet delayed release 81 mg was ordered (photographic evidence obtained) and not administered as prescribed. On 6/5/24 at 9:15 a.m., Staff N, LPN was observed preparing and administer administering Resident #7's medications. She prepared and administered the following medications Aricept 10 mg, Aspirin EC Tablet Delayed Release 81 mg, vitamin B-12 1000 mcg, Claritin 10 mg, Colace 100 mg, Effexor XR 150 mg, famotidine 20 mg, Lasix 40 mg, Plavix 75 MG, Prosight 1 tablet, spironolactone 25 mg, Probenecid 500 mg, tizanidine 2 mg, and trifluoperazine 10 MG. A review of Resident # 7's Medication Administration Record (MAR) showed Aricept 10 mg was scheduled to be administered at 8:00 a.m. During medication preparation, Staff N, LPN did not prepare MiraLAX 17gram's and during medication administration medication was not discussed with the resident. A review of the Resident #7's MAR showed MiraLAX was refused. Review of facility policy titled, Section 7.1 Medication Administration General Guidelines 09/19, General Guidelines policy include medications are administered as prescribed in accordance with manufacturers' specification, good nursing principles and practices Guidance listed in the procedures section showed 3. Prior to administration, review and confirm medication orders for each individual resident on the medication administration record (MAR). Compare the medication and dosage schedule on the resident's MAR with the medication label. If the label and MAR are different, and the container is not flagged indicating a change in directions, or if there is any other reason to question the dosage or directions, the prescribers' orders are checked for the correct dosage schedule. The Medication Administration section showed 1) medications are administered in accordance with written orders of the prescriber. 9) verify medication is correct 3 times before administering the medication a) when pulling medication package from Med cart b) when dose is prepared c) before doses is administered. 14) medications are administered within 60 minutes of scheduled time, except before or after meal orders. F
Inspection of August 4, 2022
10 findingsBased on observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to store medications in a safe and secure manner 1) in four medication carts (two A Wing and two C Wing) of four medication carts observed, and 2) for three residents (#16, #63, and #82) of forty one residents sampled. Findings included: 1) A review of the facility provided policy titled 4.1 Storage of Medications, dated 09/18 revealed the following: Policy: Medications and biologicals are stored properly, following manufacturer's or provider pharmacy recommendations to maintain their integrity and to support safe effective drug administration. The medications supply shall be accessible only to licensed nursing personnel, pharmacy personnel, or staff members lawfully authorized to administer medication. Procedures: 1. The provider pharmacy dispenses medications is containers that meet state and federal labeling requirements, including requirements of good manufacturing practices established by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). On 08/03/2022 at 2:59 p.m., an observation of the (C Wing) 200 Back Hall medication cart included two (2) loose pills. Staff L, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) confirmed the presence of the unsecured blue and white capsule, and one round white tablet. Photographic evidence was obtained. On 08/03/2022 at 03:16 p.m., an observation of medication cart on (C-Wing) 200 Front Hall included one loose tablet in the fourth draw from the top of the medication cart. Staff M, (LPN), confirmed the presence of the unsecured tablets. On 08/03/2022 at 03:32 p.m., an observation of medication cart on (A-Wing) 100 Hall included one loose beige tablet in the second draw, one orange, and one white loose pill in the fourth draw, and in the fifth draw from the top of the medication cart, a large yellow loose pill. Staff N, Registered Nurse (RN) confirmed the presence of the unsecured tablets. On 08/03/2022 at 04:00 p.m., an observation was conducted of medication cart (A-Wing) 100 High Hall. During the observation a loose while tablet was seen in the 4th draw. The fifth draw included 1 large white oval tablet from the top of the medication cart. Staff H (LPN) confirmed the presence of the unsecured medications. On 08/03/2022 at 4:14 p.m., an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) was conducted. She was informed of all observations made. The DON indicated staff informed her prior to the interview, of unsecured tablets found in the medication carts on both wings. The DON revealed her expectation would be staff checking at a minimum once a week the medication carts for loose pills. She further indicated her unit managers are currently checking the medication carts once a week. 2) On 08/02/22 at 9:42 a.m., a large off-white oval tablet was found on the floor in Resident #16's room, The tablet was inscribed [MEDICATION(S)]. Resident #16 stated he takes the tablet. Resident #16 stated he might have dropped it. Photographic evidence was obtained. A review of Resident #16's physician orders [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . On 08/02/22 at 9:45 a.m., an interview was conducted with Staff L, LPN. Staff L made the observation and said, the resident may have dropped it. It was an accident. Staff L stated the expectation would be to supervise the residents during medication administration. On 08/02/22 at 9:57 a.m. a white, round tablet was observed on the floor in Resident #63's room at the foot of bed. Resident #63 stated she did not know the tablet fell . Photographic evidence was obtained. On 08/02/22 at 10:02 a.m., an interview was conducted with Staff L. Staff L stated the tablet was [MEDICATION(S)]. Staff L stated the two residents in the room take [MEDICATION(S)]. Stated he did not know how the tablet ended up on the floor by Resident #63's bed. He stated he knew he administered both resident's medications in the morning. On 08/03/22 at 10:04 a.m., a white tablet was observed on Resident #82's blanket. An immediate interview was conducted with Resident #82. Resident #82 stated she probably dropped it. Resident #82 stated she was not sure what the medication was. 08/03/22 at 10:06 a.m., a follow -up interview was conducted with the assigned nurse, Staff H, LPN. Staff H walked into the room and observed Resident #82 pulling her hand from her mouth. Staff H stated the resident had just put the tablet in her mouth. Staff H reviewed the photographic evidence of a white tablet on the resident's blanket. Staff H said, it probably just fell when she was taking her medications. Staff H stated she should have supervised the resident. During a facility tour of Resident #82's room on 08/03/22 at 12:24 p.m., a white round tablet was observed under the resident's bed. A follow -up interview was conducted on 08/03/22 at 12:44 p.m. with the DON. The DON made the observation and stated she did not know what the tablet was but would review the resident's record. The DON followed up after review and stated the tablet is [MEDICATION(S)] HCI tablet 225 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth every 12 hours for A-FIB ([CONDITION(S)]). The DON confirmed it was an important medication and the resident should not have missed it. A review of Resident #82's physician orders [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . On 08/03/22 at 12:47 p.m. an interview was conducted with the DON and NHA. The DON stated residents should be supervised during medications administration. The DON said, the nurse should stay with the resident during medication administration. The DON stated four incidents or lose tablets in resident's rooms are one too many. The NHA stated they will educate the nursing staff. The DON confirmed the nurses should stay with the residents and provide supervision.
Based on observations, staff interview and facility record review, the facility failed to ensure one of one walk in freezers were operating appropriately during two of four days observed (08/01/2022 and 8/4/2022). It was determined the freezer door would not latch closed in order to keep warm air from getting in, and as a result, there was ice build up inside the freezer compartment. Findings included: On 8/1/2022 at 9:45 a.m. the kitchen was toured with the Dietary Manager. During the tour, it was noted the kitchen had a walk in refrigerator and within the walk in refrigerator was the walk in freezer. Once the walk in refrigerator was approached, the door was opened and the inside temperature revealed 38 degrees F., per the inside analog thermometer. Further observations and while inside the walk in refrigerator, there was a large metal door that led into the walk in freezer. The door appeared slightly ajar and the door handle was not latched all the way. The door, when attempting to open, was slightly stuck. Upon pulling open the door with force, the entire inside of the door frame and the entire length of the door was observed with heavy ice build up. Further, there was large ice patches and ice growth on the face of the inside door. The ice build up along the door frame and on the door seal prevented the freezer door to appropriately latching closed. The Dietary Manager confirmed the door was not shutting closed properly and she could not say how long the ice had been built up. The size of the ice build up revealed the ice had been preventing the door from closing properly for a long period of time. Photographic evidence was taken. Also, the inside walk in freezer temperature read approximately 27 degrees F. - 30 degrees F., per review of the inside analog thermometer. The Dietary Manager confirmed she did not have a current work order out to the Maintenance Director but would do so today (8/1/2022). When walking out from the walk in freezer and then out from the walk in refrigerator, the Maintenance Director was observed in the general area. The Dietary Manager told him of the ice build up and he said he would take care of it and did not have a response as to why the ice was building up on the inside of the freezer door and door seal. On 8/4/2022 at 8:55 a.m. a.m. a kitchen tour with the dietary manager was conducted. When the walk in freezer door was approached, the door did not appear closed correctly. The door could be opened by pulling on the side of the door, rather than unlatching the door handle. The door should be clamped closed from the door handle assembly; and at this time it was not. It was determined the inside door seal that surrounds the door, was so thick, that the weight of the door could not shut completely and properly. The Dietary Manager confirmed the door did not shut completely and the door handle did not latch unless pressing on the door hard. She confirmed the weight of the door should close completely and with the door handle latching appropriately. She did confirm the Maintenance Director did remove all the ice build up surrounding the inner door seal, the door itself from inside, and parts of the motor fan housing on Monday 8/1/2022, after first observed from the State surveyor. The door was attempted to pull all the way open and letting the door self close. However, the door did not latch completely, leaving air from the refrigerator, which was at 39 degrees F., able to flow into the walk in freezer compartment. On 8/4/2022 at 12:25 p.m. an interview with the Maintenance Director revealed the Dietary Manager made him aware on 8/1/2022 of ice build up on the inside of the freezer door to include the door seal, and the inside face of the door. He revealed he cleaned the ice build up and believed the door operated appropriately. The Maintenance Director said he was made aware today on 8/4/2022 the door was not shutting properly. He revealed he went into the walk in refrigerator to look at the door and he said he had to make an adjustment to the door latch so the door would close properly. He also indicated he believed the door seal was appropriate for the door and it did not impede the door from closing. The Maintenance Director was also made aware the door is to close on its own weight and latch on its own and while looking at door closing, the latch would rub up against a portion of the metal shelving that was positioned just to the side of the door. When the latch rubbed against the shelving pole, the door would then slow and the weight of the door would not be able to latch. He indicated he would look at that and try to move the metal shelving to a point where the door would self close. He confirmed he did not have any work orders for the door or latch prior to State visit on 8/1/2022. Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on 8/4/2022 revealed the facility did not have a specific policy and procedure with relation to walk in freezer door maintenance.
Based on observations, interviews, and policy reviews the facility failed to ensure privacy of personal health information for three residents (#344, #351 and #352) out of forty-one sampled residents. Findings included: An observation was made on 8/2/22 at 12:56 PM of a map on the wall indicating which rooms in the facility were positive for COVID-19. The map was posted outside of Resident #351's room. The resident's name was displayed on the door next to the map. Resident #344's room and Resident #352's room were also indicated on the map. All three rooms were single occupancy and had the residents name posted on the plaque outside the door. Each of the three rooms where highlighted on the map as being COVID positive. (Photographic evidence and copy of the map identifying diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] A review of medical records indicated Resident #351 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review of current orders indicated an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A care plan, dated 8/2/22, indicated a care plan for Infection: The resident has actual infection; has signs/symptoms or diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review of admission records indicated Resident #344 was admitted on [DATE]. Lab results indicated resident tested positive for COVID-19 on 7/17/22. A review of Resident #344's orders indicated an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review of admission records indicated Resident #352 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review of orders indicated an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . An interview was conducted with Staff A, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on 8/2/22 at 1:48 PM. She stated the map with COVID-19 positive rooms is normally on the wall. She stated the map shows them who has COVID in the building. Staff A reviewed the map and confirmed it indicated Resident #351 has COVID-19. She stated it also shows Residents #352 and #344 have it. An interview was conducted with Staff B, Occupational Therapist (OT) on 8/2/22 at 1:58 PM. She stated the maps show which residents have COVID-19 so visitors know which rooms not to go in. She stated they also have signs on the door for precautions. Staff B stated the map is posted in different parts of the building so they can see where COVID-19 is. An observation on 8/2/22 at 2:01 PM revealed the COVID-19 resident map was also posted in the hallways next to room [ROOM NUMBER] and room [ROOM NUMBER]. An interview was conducted with Staff C, Registered Nurse (RN), Unit Manager (UM) on 8/2/22 at 2:36 PM. She indicated the admissions department posts the maps and updates them anytime a resident has COVID-19. She stated, families might want to know were COVID rooms are. Staff C reviewed the photo including the map and Resident #351's room/name tag. She confirmed this does show Resident #351 has COVID-19. When asked about privacy concerns regarding diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] .oh, droplet precautions, not COVID. She stated it could be a privacy problem and she never thought about that. An interview was conducted with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on 8/2/22 at 2:45 PM. She stated the maps are on the wall to indicate COVID-19 positive residents and step downs. The NHA said they put them up so someone that comes in the building they can know where the COVID positive rooms are. They are also for staff. She reviewed the photograph of the COVID-19 map next to Resident #351's room, indicating his name. She stated the map shows Resident #351 has COVID-19. When asked about this being a privacy concern, she stated they have been doing this all through COVID. The NHA administrator stated someone from the Agency for Healthcare Administration (later corrected to the Department of Health) asked them how they were educating staff on where COVID positive residents were, so they started putting the map up. Regarding having resident names and their COVID diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . She stated she was going to look for documentation showing she was told posting the maps was okay. On 8/3/22 at 9:37 AM the NHA stated they did not have anything in writing regarding posting the maps with COVID-19 diagnoses, it was a verbal discussion with someone from the Department of Health. She stated all maps have now been removed. A review was conducted of two facility provided policies titled Resident Bill of Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices. These policies are given to each resident upon admission. The Resident Bill or Rights stated, You have the right to personal privacy and confidentiality of your personal and clinical records. The Notice of Privacy Practices stated, We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information. We will let you know promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information. The United States Department of Health and Human Services: Your Rights Under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) states the following: -Covered entities must put in place safeguards to protect your health information and ensure they do not use or disclose your health information improperly. -Covered entities must reasonably limit uses and disclosures to the minimum necessary to accomplish their intended purpose. -Covered entities must have procedures in place to limit who can view and access your health information as well as implement training programs for employees about how to protect your health information. (https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-individuals/guidance-materials-for-consumers/index.html)
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility did not ensure air conditioning (A/C) units were maintained in a sanitary manner in 7 rooms (Room 126, 128,130,219, 217, 216 and 218) out of 19 rooms in the front hall of the facility during four of four days of the survey Findings included: During a facility tour on 08/01/22 from 09:37 a.m. to 10:11 a.m., observations were made of air conditioning (A/C) units with dark moisture lint on the surfaces and filters with debris and dust in resident rooms 126, 128, 130, 216, 217, 218 and 219. The observations of A/C units with dark moisture lint on surfaces and filters with debris and dust were made on 08/02/22 at 11:32 a.m., 08/03/22 10:00 a.m., and 08/04/22 11:20 a.m. A review of a maintenance logbook documentation dated, 7/29/22, 7/22/22 and 7/15/22 showed boxes not checked to indicate cleaning of air filters was conducted in these rooms. On 08/04/22 at 11:00 a.m., an interview was conducted with the Housekeeping Manager. He stated the housekeeping department was responsible for wiping the outside of the unit. He stated the maintenance department was responsible for making sure filters were cleaned. The Housekeeping Manager confirmed any surface dirt should be wiped off during routine room cleaning. The housekeeping manager reviewed A/C units observed with dark moisture and lint on the surfaces and stated the housekeeping department should be cleaning them daily. An interview was conducted on 08/04/22 at 11:41 a.m. with the Director of Maintenance (DOM). The DOM stated the black stuff is moisture and lint mixture and is caused by condensation and dust. The DOM stated he follows a deep cleaning schedule. The DOM stated he takes the covers outside and cleans them yearly. The DOM stated the filters are cleaned in each wing, each week. The DOM stated he was the only one in the maintenance department and tries to get through all the resident rooms. The DOM stated he tries to alternate each wing weekly. The DOM reviewed photographic evidence and said, that needs to be vacuumed. We will get on it. A follow -up interview was conducted with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) and Director of Nursing (DON) on 08/04/22 at 12:20 p.m. The NHA stated the Maintenance Director cleans the units on a rotation. The NHA reviewed the evidence and stated the units were cleaned recently and they would be cleaned again today. The DON reviewed the photographic evidence and stated they did not look clean. They stated the units had already started to be cleaned. The NHA stated they did not have a policy on maintenance of A/C units but housekeeping had one on cleaning all surfaces. Review of a housekeeping facility policy titled, Cleaning light covers and vents, revised 9/5/2017, showed under timing and method: Wipe every vent with germicide. Vents in resident's rooms should be cleaned daily as part of the step cleaning method. Vents in hallways, dining rooms etc., should be scheduled for regular cleaning. If necessary, have maintenance remove covers to clean inside the vents.
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility did not ensure a dependent resident (#16) was assisted to activities during three of four days of survey out of 41 residents sampled. Findings included: During a facility tour on 08/02/22 at 10:19 a.m., Resident #16 was observed sitting on the edge of his bed. Resident #16 stated he does not participate in activities. Resident #16 stated he would like to but he is just not invited. Resident #16 said, I thought the activities are for residents with insurance. Immediately following this tour, an observation was made of the Director of Activities (DOA) with a group of residents in the dining room playing bingo. A review of an admission record for Resident #16 dated 08/04/22 showed Resident #16 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for Resident #16, dated 05/22/22, showed under Section G: Functional Status revealed Resident #16 required extensive assistance for bed mobility and transfers. Resident #16 was dependent on staff for transfers. A review of a care plan for Resident #16, dated 5/5/22, revealed an activities focus area as: resident requires staff assistance with involvement of activities related to, requires physical assistance to and from activities. Interventions included: Discuss with the resident prior level of activity involvement and interests. Encourage resident to participate with activities of choice. The resident needs assistance/escort to and from activity functions. On 08/02/22 at 2:45 p.m., an observation was made of a group of residents attending a live music presentation in the dining room. Resident #16 was not in attendance. An interview was conducted with Resident #16 on 08/02/22 at 02:46 p.m. Resident #16 was observed seated at the same spot all day, on the edge of his bed, facing the door. Resident #16's room was close enough to the dining room to hear the live music. Resident #16 re-stated he thought the activities in the dining room were for some residents with a certain type of insurance. Resident #16 stated he was not invited to attend Bingo this morning, or the live music that was going on in the dining room. On 08/03/22 at 2:15 p.m., an observation was made of residents in the dining room during an ice- cream social event. Resident #16 was not in attendance. A follow -up interview was conducted with Resident #16 on 08/03/22 at 2:19 p.m. Resident #16 stated he had not been asked if he wanted to participate in the ice-cream social. Resident #16 stated he had not been assisted to any activity's events. Resident #16 stated he did not know what activities they had planned or if he could attend. An interview was conducted on 08/03/22 at 4:05 p.m. with the DOA. The DOA stated she conducts an initial assessment upon admission to identify resident's hobbies, what they like and find out if they need supplies. The DOA stated if residents are dependent on staff, they are assigned 1:1 supports for in room activities or escort to the activity area. The DOA stated they bring the activities to their rooms and invite the residents who want to attend group activities. The DOA stated Resident #16 does not get out of bed that much and she did not know if it's a comfort level. The DOA stated she did not invite Resident #16 to bingo, music, or the ice-cream social. The DOA confirmed Resident #16 had not refused to attend activities and if he was it would be documented. The DOA stated she goes door to door inviting residents to activities every morning. The DOA confirmed she had not invited Resident #16 to any activities. The DOA said, I did not go to that side today. I do not have a good explanation. I do not have anything against him. It's a simple mistake. The DOA stated she was the only one in the department and was not able to get around all the time. The DOA stated she would discuss the concern with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA), may be the certified nurse's aide (CNAs) can help. The DOA said, I will do better. An interview was conducted with the NHA on 08/03/22 at 3:55 p.m. The NHA stated Resident #16 should be participating in activities if he chooses. The NHA said, He should be invited and escorted. The NHA stated there was no reason why the resident was not assisted to activities. The NHA stated they would educate the staff. A review of resident council meeting minutes dated 5/19/22, 6/17/22 and 7/22/22 showed the council suggests for staff to assist in bringing other residents to planned and on-going activities to increase participation. The review indicated this is an -ongoing concern. On 08/04/22 at 11:49 a.m., a follow-up interview was conducted with Resident #16. Resident #16 stated he enjoyed participating in the activity this morning. Resident #16 said, it was nice to get out and interact with other residents. The resident stated he was looking forward to playing Bingo this afternoon. On 08/04/22 at 12:20 p.m. a follow-up interview was conducted with the NHA and the Director of Nursing (DON). The NHA stated they have spoken to the resident, and he attended activities this morning. The DON stated the CNA's do assist in prompting and assisting residents get ready for activities. The DON stated they will make sure Resident #16 is invited to activities going forward. Review of a facility policy titled, Activities Overview, dated October 2021, showed the activities department will provide activities that include sensitivity and an understanding of each individual resident's needs and requirements including medical, emotional, spiritual, therapeutic, and recreational needs. The activity programs will reflect individual needs and provide / promote the following: Stimulation or solace Physical, cognitive and or emotional health. Enhancement, to the extent practicable, of each resident's physical and mental status. Resident self-respect by providing activities that support self-expression, social and personal responsibility, choice.
Based on record review, observations, and interviews the facility failed to ensure proper nutritional enhancements were provided as ordered for one resident (#56) of three residents sampled for nutrition. Findings included: On 8/02/22 at 3:00 P.M., An observation and interview was conducted with Resident #56. The resident stated the menus never change and she does not get what she orders. She stated if she gets food she does not like and the alternate is not good she just does not eat at all. Resident #56 stated she has lost weight. On 8/3/22 at 8:45 A.M.an interview was conducted with Resident #56. The resident stated no one from Dietary has been in to see her and/or talk with her regarding supplements or her weight loss. She asked if there was a way for her to have supplements added to her meal tickets. On 8/03/22 at 10:30 A.M.a review of the medical record revealed the following weights recorded for Resident #56: 06/05/22- 120.2 pounds 07/08/22- 113.1 pounds 07/16/22- 112.3 pounds 07/23/22-112.9 pounds A review of the medical record revealed a Nutritional Evaluation dated 03/21/22, completed by the Facility Registered Dietician (RD). The diet order stated supplements, fortified foods, and snacks were to be added to the resident meal tickets. On 07/12/22 a Nutritional Evaluation was completed by the Facility Registered Dietician and an updated diet order was placed to add magic cup supplements to the resident meal tickets. A review of the residents medical record revealed documentation under tasks for Resident #56 indicating the resident consumed 50% of most meals served, and no information was found regarding the percentage of supplements consumed. On 8/03/22 at 2:00 P.M. an interview was conducted with the RD. He stated if a resident has an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . He stated if a resident had an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . The RD stated if a resident had weight loss, that would also trigger interventions for supplements to be put into place. He said he would do a nutritional assessment and put the order into the system for supplements. He stated the resident would then be placed on weekly weights so they could monitor if the resident was gaining, losing, or staying the same. The RD stated there is no specific monitoring practice, but these items would be listed on the resident's tray ticket, which then would be addressed by the dining staff during tray line so the resident would receive the appropriate food items and supplements. The RD stated he completed two nutritional evaluations for Resident #56, one in March 2022 and the other in July 2022. He stated the diet orders and supplements were placed in the system, but after reviewing the resident's diet history, unfortunately they were never transferred to the resident's tray ticket. The RD stated he could not confirm if the resident was receiving the supplement on her supper tray, since he is not here at evening meals. The RD confirmed Resident #56 had not received any fortified food or the nutritional supplements for the past 4 months. The RD stated he had not met or had any conversation with Resident #56 regarding her supplements or interventions that were in place. The RD stated, apparently we have dropped the ball on this resident and that is unfortunate. On 8/04/22 at 10:45 A.M. an interview with the Director Nursing (DON) was conducted. The DON stated the residents should be interviewed to see if we are meeting their preferences, likes and dislikes. She stated they need to make sure the residents are not receiving foods they do not eat for one reason or another. She stated they would make adjustments for meals for residents to increase portion size, add snacks per day, in-between meals, supplements between meals, adding fortified foods, and higher calorie food items. The DON stated a resident would go on weekly weights and the Inter-Disciplinary Team would follow the resident until a safe Body Mass Index (BMI) and weight was achieved.
46234 Based on observations and interviews, and record reviews the facility did not ensure food was served in an attractive and appetizing manner for four residents (#27, #31, #50, #343) out of 41 residents sampled. Findings Included: An observation was made on 8/2/22 at 8:27 AM of Resident #343's breakfast. The plate was completely empty with the exception of a 2 x 2 piece of an egg dish. (Photographic evidence obtained.) An interview was conducted with Resident #343 at this time. The resident asked, did I do something wrong? She wanted to know why this was all she was getting for breakfast and said it did not look good. An observation was made of Resident #343's lunch tray on 8/2/22 at 12:49 PM. The resident ordered the alternate meal, a fruit plate with cottage cheese. She received the proper meal but stated it didn't look good and she was not going to eat it. The plate had what appeared to be canned fruit on it with a 4 by 4 pile of cottage cheese in the middle. A review of admission records indicated Resident #343 was admitted on [DATE]. A diet order on 7/21/22 indicated a regular diet, regular texture, regular (thin) consistency. An observation was made on 8/3/22 at 12:09 PM of Resident #31 and Resident #50's lunch trays. The meal was a plate with chili spread out on it and a piece of cornbread. (Photographic evidence obtained.) Interviews were conducted at that time. Resident #31 stated the food looks like slop and she wouldn't eat it. Resident #50 agreed and said she would also not eat the meal. A review of admission records indicated Resident # 31 was admitted on [DATE]. A diet order on 4/2/19 indicated regular diet, regular texture, regular (thin) consistency, fortified foods, AM/PM snacks. A review of admission records indicated Resident #50 was admitted on [DATE]. A diet order on 3/14/22 indicated regular diet, regular texture, regular (thin) consistency. On 8/3/22 at 12:13 PM an observation was made of Resident #27's at lunch. At that time, the resident said the food didn't look good and she wouldn't eat it. Resident #27's was served a plate with chili and green beans run together with cornbread. (Photographic evidence obtained.) A review of Resident #27's Minimum Data Set, dated dated [DATE] indicated the resident was admitted on [DATE]. The resident's lunch tray card indicated she had a diet of consistent carbohydrates (CCHO), Mechanical soft/soft bite size (SB6), thin. An interview was conducted with the Dietary Manager on 8/3/22 at 3:09 PM. She stated she has been the Dietary Manager for the last month or so and has worked in the building for several years working her way up. She said she is not a certified dietary manager but is working on it. A picture of Resident #343's breakfast tray from 8/2/22 was reviewed. She stated this was an egg and cheese strata. She said it does look small and not appropriate portion sizes. She said she does not like when the menu has egg, cheese and bread are all combined in a dish because that is all that is on the plate. The Dietary Manager explained all menus come from cooperate and she was going by the spreadsheet that told her to serve a two-by-two portion so she was trying to follow that. A picture of the chili lunch served on 8/3/22 was reviewed. The dietary manager said the chili should have been served in bowls, but they were used for the salad. She stated the facility use to have stainless steel bowls that kept food warm but over the years they have been gotten rid of. She said she puts the chili on plates because the hot plate keeps it warm. She agreed the meal did not look appetizing. An interview was conducted with the Registered Dietician (RD) on 8/3/22 at 3:44 PM. The RD stated he works as a contractor for the company, not directly for the building. He stated he is in the building two days a week for a total of 16 hours. The RD reviewed the picture of Resident #343's breakfast from 8/2/22. He said he saw it when it was sent back to the kitchen and said, I couldn't even tell what it was. He said the portion was awful and would not fill anyone up. He said the menus for the facility come from cooperate and he thinks they need to be revised. The RD reviewed the photos of chili served 8/3/22 for lunch. He stated the chili should have been served in bowls. He said he agreed with the resident that it looked like slop. An interview was conducted with Staff K, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on 8/4/22 at 8:44 AM. She stated that residents do not like most of the food and CNAs are embarrassed to serve it. An interview was conducted with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on 8/4/22 at 9:14 AM. She reviewed the picture of Resident #343's breakfast from 8/2/22. She stated, that is not correct portion size and it is the only thing on the plate. Regarding the pictures of the chili served on 8/3/33, she shook her head and said no, it should have been in bowls. Referring to dining she stated, there is an issue. A facility policy titled Dining Services, dated January 2021, was reviewed. The policy stated. To provide Residents a pleasurable dining experience by offering nutritious, attractive meals served in a courteous dignified manner.
Based on observations, interviews, and record review the facility failed to accommodate allergies and preferences for three residents (#341, #343, and #349) out of 17 residents sampled for dining. Findings included: An observation was made on 8/1/22 at 12:54 PM of Resident #343's lunch tray. The resident's tray card clearly stated, no pies. The resident had pie served with her lunch. (Photographic evidence obtained.) A review of admission records indicated Resident #343 was admitted on [DATE]. A diet order on 7/21/22 indicated a regular diet, regular texture, regular (thin) consistency. On 8/1/22 at 12:58 PM an observation was made of Resident #349's lunch tray. The resident was served chicken parmesan, with cheese on top. The resident stated she was lactose intolerant. A review of the resident's lunch tray card did not note any allergies or intolerances. (Photographic evidence obtained.) An observation was made on 8/2/22 at 8:27 AM of Resident #349's breakfast tray. The resident was served scrambled eggs and cheese. Her tray card noted Dairy under allergies. To accompany her meal was nondairy creamer and lactose free milk, which she was served. (Photographic evidence obtained.) On 8/3/22 at 12:22 PM an observation was made of Resident #349's lunch tray. The resident was served a brownie with a white milk like substance on top. The lunch tray card stated it was a brownie slurry. The tray card noted a dairy allergy. (Photographic evidence obtained.) A review of Resident #349's admission record indicated she was admitted on [DATE]. A review of orders revealed a diet order, dated 7/23/22, of regular diet, mechanical soft/soft bite sized (SB6), then consistency, for nutritional intake management, Lactose Intolerant. An observation was made on 8/2/22 at 8:25 AM of Resident #341's breakfast tray. The resident was served cheesy egg strata and her meal tray card noted Lactose Intolerant under allergies. (Photographic evidence obtained.) A review of Resident #341's admission record indicated that she was admitted on [DATE] with an allergy of lactose intolerant. A diet order of No added salt, consistent carbohydrate. Pureed texture, regular (thin) consistency. On 8/3/22 at 3:09 PM an interview was conducted with the Dietary Manager. She stated she has been the Dietary Manager for the last month or so but has worked in the building for years. The Dietary Manager provided a sheet of resident diets and preferences the kitchen staff follow. On the provided allergy list, Resident #341 was shown to be lactose intolerant, Resident #349 was shown to have a dairy allergy and on the dislikes list, Resident #343 was shown to dislike pie, among other items. The Dietary manager stated allergies should be listed on the resident's tray card. She stated she did not know why Resident #349's tray card did not show an allergy on 8/1/22 at lunch. She said, either way the staff should have seen the resident had lactose-free milk on the tray card and shouldn't have given her cheese. The Dietary Manager reviewed the picture of Resident #349's lunch on 8/1/22 and confirmed there was cheese on the chicken parmesan. She also reviewed a picture Resident #343's lunch and noted her preference for no pies. She stated she can not explain why the resident was given pie. She said the resident should have been given an alternate dessert. She stated someone was probably not paying attention. The Dietary Manager confirmed Resident #341 was lactose intolerant. She stated Resident #341 and #349 should not have received cheesy egg strata or scrambled eggs with cheese. She reviewed the photos and confirmed both were served cheese with their egg dish. As for Resident #349's brownie slurry on 8/3/22 at 12:22 PM, the Dietary Manager stated the white liquid is a milk-based liquid used to make a slurry. She stated the resident should not have had that due to her allergy. The Dietary Manager stated she does quality assurance (QA) checks once a month, with the next one due on August 5, 2022. She stated she has found issues here and there while doing QA and corrects them with staff. She also stated she does monthly in-services on diets, portions, tray cards, chemicals, etc. She said if she has time, she will stand at the end of the food line in the kitchen to check trays. She stated she didn't realize there were this many issues, but she agreed this is a concern. She provided the tray audits for her last three months QA check. The tray audits were reviewed from April, May, and June 2022. The Audit form does not have a place for diet verification, it shows meal timing, temperatures, flavor, and appearance. An interview was conducted with the facility's Registered Dietician (RD) on 8/3/22 at 3:44 PM. The RD stated when a resident is admitted , the Dietary Manager meets with the resident to go over food preferences. The diet is entered into the computer by nursing staff based on the hospital diet. He stated after he assesses the resident, he will adjust the diet if needed. The RD stated he tries to check trays at least once a week and would like to do more, but he only has so much time in the building. The RD reviewed the picture of Resident #343's lunch and tray card for 8/1/22. He shook his head and said really. He stated she definitely should not have had pie. The RD also reviewed pictures of Resident #341 and #349's lunch and breakfast trays. He confirmed they both received cheese on their food and should not have. He stated there shouldn't have been any cheese on the chicken parmesan and no cheese in the eggs for both residents. The RD stated he didn't know why the allergy did not show up on Resident #349's tray card on 3/1/22. He said the system used for tray cards shows allergies and is supposed to automatically eliminate any item not allowed for that allergy. He stated the system is obviously not working. The RD also stated he didn't know if staff have been trained on tray card/diet recognition. He stated there is a high staff turnover and he wished there was staff with some dietary training. He stated the staff need more staff education and we need to hold them accountable more. He said staff are not held accountable because no one wants to reprimand them and have them quit. An interview was conducted with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on 8/4/22 at 9:14 AM. She stated her expectation would be resident allergies are documented in point click care (PCC) when they are admitted and that carries over to dietary. She stated Dietary does an assessment when residents are admitted , this is entered in PCC and the ticket (tray card) system. She said once it is entered the allergy should show up on the tray cards. The NHA stated the Dietary Manager is new to the roll and has been doing more frequent audits, but she must audit at least once monthly. She stated the facility typically has an all-hands approach to meal service, meaning all department heads help with passing trays. She stated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) check to make sure resident and diet are correct before delivering trays. The NHA also stated nurses should be verifying tray cards and diets. The NHA reviewed the lunch tray and card for Resident #343's lunch on 8/1/22. She stated, it clears says no pies and that's a picture of a pie. When reviewing Resident #349's tray card and food pictures, she stated the allergy should be on the card and this is cheese. Referring to dining, the NHA stated there is an issue. On 8/4/2022 at 9:20 a.m. the Dietary Manager was again interviewed. She revealed when a resident is first admitted whether it be on a weekday or weekend, she will physically visit with him or her within one to two days of admission. She said upon her visit with the resident or representative, she will ask and go over food choice needs to include likes/dislikes, food allergies, diet expectations, food consistency, food liberties, etc. The Dietary Manager indicated that she will then enter the information into the computer and if there are allergies and or food consistency requests, those are gone over with the Dietician and Physician. She revealed that the Dietician and Physician will provide her with those orders to reflect on the meal ticket. The Dietary Manager also indicated she prints out the meal tickets prior to the respective meal or the day before, depending on the day of the week. She revealed once the meal ticket is printed, the general process for plating is: a dietary aide will hold the meal ticket up and read it to the cook and the cook will plate the items called out. The Dietary Manager indicated if there is a dislike, she/he will call it out, so the cook does not plate it. She also indicated the dietary aide calls out food items the resident is allergic to and will also tell the cook not to plate that item. The Dietary Manager stated the cook does not look at the meal ticket because he is busy plating the food items and the calling out of food items is the job for the aide. The Dietary Manager then indicated once the plate has been properly completed, the back checker aide will review the meal ticket and then ensure the meal ticket was followed. If there is something that needs to be taken away or added, this is where it will be caught before going out to the floor. The Dietary Manager confirmed between the aide calling out the food items and the aide that back checks, there should be two fail safes to ensure residents do not receive dislikes or food they are allergic to. The Dietary Manager indicated that she is in the kitchen during the breakfast and lunch meal services mainly Mondays through Friday, and sometimes on the weekend. The Dietary Manger also revealed that she continually audits the plated meal trays and will review the ticket to see if items were plated accurately. She then stated the meal tray cart will leave the kitchen and she believed that the unit nurse or unit manager will review the meal tickets prior to the Certified Nursing Aides (CNA) setting up the meals for each resident. The Dietary Manager could not say for sure if the nurses or unit managers have been reviewing the meal tickets during each meal service. The Dietary Manager did confirm she was made aware a few residents during the past few days from 8/1/2022 through 8/3/2022, received food items they either did not like and was indicated on the meal ticket, or residents received food items they were allergic to. The Dietary Manager stated the Dietician also audits the meal tickets at times but could not remember the last time or meal service he did so. The Dietary Manager said she did not know how all those items got by the kitchen and nursing staff and would provide education to her staff with regards to following and reviewing each resident's meal ticket and diet orders. An interview was conducted with Staff K, CNA, on 8/4/22 at 8:44 AM. She stated no one checks the tray cards that she knows of. She said nurses do not verify trays or diets when meals come out. An interview was conducted with Staff H, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on 8/4/22 at 9:45 AM. She stated everyone helps pass meal trays, but she doesn't know if anyone checks the cards and diets. An interview was conducted with Staff J, LPN on 8/4/22 at 9:47 AM. He stated the allergies and tray cards are checked at the end of the line in the kitchen. On 8/4/2022 at 9:35 a.m. Dietary personnel/Cook, Staff P, was interviewed with relation to food service and following of meal tickets. He indicated there is a front dietary aide that reads off each resident food ticket with what food items he needs to plate. He stated they will call off all needed items and will voice items that should not be plated. He also indicated the front dietary aide will call off all allergies and he will know also not to serve those items. He also said the front dietary aide will call out consistency, type of diet, small portion, large portion, etc., and he will accommodate those requests/orders. Staff P. then revealed once he plates the tray, it goes to a back checker who reviews the ticket before it goes in the tray cart, to be sent out to the floor. He believed nursing staff will also check the meal ticket but was not sure. He stated he was made aware there were several residents that received items they did not like or items they were allergic to. He did not know how that happened and said he has been trained and in-serviced on how to follow diet plans and diet tickets. On 8/4/2022 at 9:40 a.m. Staff Q, dietary aide, was interviewed with relation to following of meal tickets during plating a meal service. Staff Q stated he will most of the time be the front aide that calls out the meal ticket items. He said he will only call out items the resident can have but will tell the cook of items to not plate when it comes to dislikes and or food items that indicates allergic to. Staff Q also indicated once the items are plated, there is another aide who is the back checker, and she will review the meal ticket and plate. He revealed if there is something that was plated when it should not, it will be taken away or a new plate will be made. He was not sure if anyone reviews the tickets and plates when it gets out onto the floor. He believed nursing most likely reviews the tickets as well. Staff Q also indicated the Dietary Manager is in the kitchen and reviews tickets and calls out tickets as well. He confirmed he has been trained and in-serviced on following meal tickets and dietary orders. A facility policy titled Tray Cards-Electronic Diet System, dated January 2021 was reviewed. The policy stated it is to ensure the correct diet order, food preferences and food allergies are honored at meal delivery times. Procedures included: 1. Complete/confirm a resident profile entry in the computerized tray card system for all residents upon admission and update as needed. 2. Record/verify the following on all resident profiles as obtained from nursing communication as applicable. a. resident name b. room number c. diet order d. beverage consistency e. food allergies. f. food dislikes, preferences . 3. Print meal tickets and refer to these tray tickets during service of each meal.
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure physical therapy (PT) services were provided for one resident (#16) of two residents sampled for rehabilitation services. Findings included: During a facility tour on 8/1/22 at 10:08 a.m., an interview was conducted with Resident #16. Resident #16 stated he had not been receiving therapy because his insurance ran out. Resident #16 stated his goal was to work on walking so he could discharge home. Resident #16 stated he had not received restorative services to assist with this goal. A review of the admission record for Resident #16, dated 8/4/22, showed Resident #16 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis to include muscle wasting and atrophy, transient cerebral ischemic attack unspecified, and difficulty in walking. A review of an admission social services progress notes, dated 5/6/22, showed Resident #16 was admitted to the facility for skilled nursing therapy services. The note stated at the time of interview the resident verbalized discharge goals are to return home. A Minimum Data Set (MDS) for Resident #16 dated 5/22/22, showed under Section G: Functional Status, Resident #16 required extensive assistance for bed mobility and transfers. The assessment showed locomotion on, and off unit was assessed at 7, indicating the activity occurred only once or twice. The assessment showed Resident #16 did not walk in room or in corridor. During subsequent tours on 8/2/22 at 1:24 p.m. and 8/3/22 at 10:12 a.m., Resident #16 was observed in his room sitting on the edge of bed. Resident #16 stated he had not received therapies or range of motion (ROM) exercises. Resident #16 expressed desire to continue with therapy stating, I want to regain strength and maintain my independence. Resident #16 stated he sits on his bed all day and did not have much to do. A review of physician orders for Resident #16 dated 8/4/22 showed: Restorative nursing as needed. Order date 5/26/22. PT (physical therapy) /OT (occupational therapy) /ST (speech therapy) to evaluate as needed. Order date 5/26/22. Physical therapy clarification Resident to be seen 6 Times per week for 8 weeks for PT. Focus on therapy exercise, therapy activity, gait training, resident / caregiver education, group treatment when appropriate and discharge planning. A review of the physical therapy plan of care (POC) dated 5/27/22 showed Resident #16 was referred to PT to evaluate and treat. The POC showed the therapist reviewed chart, completed an assessment, and developed goals based on functional status, addressing body structures and functions of strength, balance, activity limitations and / or participation restrictions of bed mobility, transfers, and ambulation. The initial assessment showed Resident #16 needed skilled PT to improve the patient's strength, balance, endurance, and overall functional ability. The POC indicated without immediate intervention, patient is at risk for falls, skin breakdown and further dependence upon others for ADLs (activities of daily living). A review of the PT therapist progress and discharge summary dated 7/5/22 showed Resident #16 received 8 skilled appointments and did not miss any treatments. The discharge summary indicates patient has made significant progress. Patient is being discharge due to insurance reasons. An interview was conducted on 8/3/22 at 1:33 p.m. with the Director of Rehab (DOR) who was covering from another facility. The DOR stated Resident #16 was in therapy since May 2022 and was discharged on [DATE]th, 2022, due to insurance. The DOR stated when a resident is on managed care, they require an update on insurance. The DOR stated the insurance will only pay for a certain number of therapy days. The DOR stated if they believe the resident will benefit from continued therapy, they assist them in reapplying for additional authorization. The DOR stated the facility's protocol is if the resident's insurance is declined, we establish a maintenance program so the resident can maintain their functional abilities. The DOR said, we set up and train the CNA and staff on the floor about the resident's rehabilitation goals. If the resident is on restorative per physician orders, they should be receiving restorative services. The DOR stated Resident #16 met his functional goals but could benefit from walking to increase his ambulation ability. An interview was conducted on 8/3/22 at 3:09 p.m., with the Business Office Manager (BOM). The BOM stated Resident #16's insurance was cut on 6/19/22. The BOM stated Resident #16 appealed, and he won and did not lose services. She stated the resident lost coverage again on 6/21/22 and lost the appeal. The BOM stated they submitted a reconsideration, and a denial was received on July 4th. The BOM said, if the resident still requires skilled therapy services, we could have re-evaluated and have the option to apply for more days. The BOM stated Resident #16 has other insurance coverage through [name of provider] and they do not require authorization. The BOM stated if Resident #16 was screened by therapy, and they deemed he needed services he would have continued to receive therapy services. The BOM stated it might not be at the same level, but he should be receiving some level of services. The BOM stated she did not know why the resident was not evaluated. A follow -up interview was conducted on 8/03/22 at 3:55 p.m. with the DOR, Director of Nursing (DON) and Nursing Home Administrator (NHA). The NHA stated the resident should have continued with therapy because he had another insurance coverage. The NHA said, He (Resident #16) should have been in some therapy, it is not an excuse. We will restart therapy orders. The NHA confirmed Resident #16 should not have been dropped. The NHA stated it was oversight on their part. The NHA stated therapy will re-evaluate and restart the program. A record review showed a therapy referral form dated 8/3/22 indicating Resident #16 was referred to OT and PT to continue working towards his goals. On 8/04/22 at 12:20 p.m., an interview was conducted with the NHA and the DON. The NHA stated a referral has been put in place and the resident will be starting therapy. During the interview, surveyor requested facility's policy on therapy. On 8/04/22 1:38 p.m., the NHA stated they did not have a therapy policy. The NHA stated they have a restorative policy. A review of facility policy titled, Restorative nursing programs guidelines, dated October 2017, showed the facility provided restorative nursing programs that involve interventions to improve or maintain the optimal physical, mental, and physiological functioning. The IDT (interdisciplinary team) resident and, of family identify the needs of the resident, collaboratively determines appropriate restorative nursing programs to achieve the resident's goals.
Based on observations, interviews, and policy reviews the facility did not ensure 1) proper infection control practices were followed for three Covid-19 positive residents (#344, #351, and #352) regarding personal protective equipment and 2) proper infection control practices were followed for one contact isolation resident (#67) regarding personal protective equipment out of forty one sampled residents. 1) An observation was made on 8/1/22 at 1:01 PM of Staff D, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), entering Resident #344's room with no goggles in place, only regular eyeglasses. Signage on the door indicated droplet precautions, stating everyone must clean hands when entering/exiting room, wear N95 mask, wear eye protection, and gown and glove at the door. A review of admission records indicated Resident #344 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . Lab results indicated the resident tested positive for COVID-19 on 7/17/22. A review of orders indicated an active order for COVID: Droplet precautions, dated 7/20/22. On 8/2/22 at 8:23 AM Staff D, LPN was observed exiting Resident #352's room with a protective gown on. The LPN then entered Resident #344's room with the same gown on. She had no goggles in place, only eyeglasses. On 8/2/22 at 12:58 PM. Staff D, LPN was observed exciting Resident #352's room with a protective gown and gloves on. Staff D kept the same gown and gloves on, picked up the lunch tray for Resident #351 and entered the room to deliver the tray. A review of admission records indicated Resident #352 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review or orders revealed an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review of Resident #352's care plan indicated Infection: The resident has actual infection: has signs/symptoms or diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . The care plan was dated 8/2/22. A review of admission records indicated Resident #351 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . The resident's orders revealed an order for [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . A review of Resident #351's care plan indicated Infection: The resident has actual infection: has signs/symptoms or diagnosis [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . The care plan was dated 8/2/22. On 8/2/22 at 2:10 PM an interview was conducted with the Regional Nurse. She stated when going in COVID positive rooms everyone should wear an N95, goggles/face shield, and gloves every time. She stated when the staff member is finished in the COVID area, they should exit the building through the exit door near the rooms, walk to the front of the building, get a new mask at the front door and reenter the facility. The Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) and Director of Nursing (DON) joined the interview. The NHA stated the process for COVID rooms is donning PPE at the bins outside the door, then go in the room. When leaving, the person should doff PPE before opening the door to the room, then step out into the clean area (hallway.) Then the staff member exits the building if they are finished in the COVID area, they get a new mask and come in the front door of the facility. The DON stated eyeglasses do not count as goggles. She said staff have face shields to wear. She stated goggles are ok, but the staff member must clean them when they exit the building before returning in the front door. The NHA specified the face shields are one time use only. An interview was conducted on 8/2/22 at 2:36 PM with the facility's Infection Preventionist (IP). She stated eyeglasses do not meet the requirements of goggles for precautions. She stated the hall is a clean area and no gown or gloves should be worn in the hall after leaving a precaution room. She also confirmed gowns and gloves should be changed between each resident. On 8/3/22 at 9:37 AM the NHA stated she came in early that morning and reviewed the video of the exit door nearest the COVID positive rooms. She confirmed she saw Staff D come out of a COVID positive room into the hallway with her gown still on with no goggles or face shield. An interview was conducted with Staff D on 8/3/22 at 2:10 PM. She stated she didn't take the gown off in the hallways because someone from the Department of Health told her she could go from COVID room to COVID room without changing gowns because they have the same infection. She stated she had a face shield hanging inside the resident room and she puts it on once she enters. She said she just leaves it there and reuses it. She confirmed she has been trained on PPE use and infection control. She stated she knows she messed up and will be doing it right from now on. On 8/4/22 the IP provided documentation showing the began a hand hygiene competency checklist, as well as donning and doffing PPE competencies for staff on 8/3/22 and in-service on precautions on 8/2/22. A facility policy titled COVID-19 Guidance, dated October 2020, was reviewed. Under the heading Communication/Education the policy stated, routine staff meeting to include contractors to provide education about COVID-19 and measure the facility is taking, including signs and symptoms to report: -Practice proper hand washing hygiene. Soap and water should be used preferentially if hands are visibly dirty. All employees should clean their hands before and after interaction with residents and their environment with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60-95% alcohol or wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. -Don the appropriate PPE as required. Face mask must always be worn during your entire shift. Failure to wear a face mask or don the appropriate PPE could lead to termination after the employee has signed education. -Educate staff on special unit set up and current PPE guidance based on availability and CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease. A facility policy titled Isolation Precautions-Categories of Transmission-Based Infection, dated October 2020 was reviewed. The policy stated, Transmission-based precautions shall be used when caring for residents who are documented or suspected to have communicable diseases or infections that can be transmitted to others. 2. On 08/02/2022 at 12:15 p.m. an observation was conducted of Resident #67's room from the hall. Resident #67's room door was observed to be open, with an Isolation Precaution box of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) hanging over the top of the door. The signage on the door revealed Contact Isolation and read PPE required every time you enter room-Mask, Gown and Gloves. (PHOTOGRAPHIC EVIDENCE OBTAINED.) During the observation Staff R, Certified Nursing Assistant, (C NA) was observed entering Resident #67's room with a lunch tray. Staff R, (C NA) placed the tray on the resident's bedside table, removed the cover, and re-arranged items on the table. She then moved the privacy curtain to speak to Resident #67's roommate. Staff R, (C NA) left the room and used the hand sanitizer, on the wall outside the resident's room. An immediate interview was conducted with Staff R, (C NA), when she exited Resident #67's room. Staff R, (C NA) who confirmed she did not put on a gown, and gloves prior to entering Resident #67's room. She stated I do not have to put a gown on, I am just dropping off a tray, and I don't have to put PPE on because I did not do resident care, only if you do resident care, you put a gown on. I am supposed to use the hand sanitizer on the wall and that is the policy of the facility. A record review for Resident #67 revealed Physician order [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] Contact Isolation Precautions every shift for [MEDICATION(S)]-Resistant Enterococcus (VRE), in the urine. During an interview conducted on 08/04.2022 at 09:10 a.m. with Staff O, Infection Preventionist (IP), she was informed of an observation of Resident #67's room and Staff R, (C NA). Staff O, (IP) revealed if the staff member is not providing resident care in a Contact Isolation room and stated, We'll no she does not have to wear a gown. An interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON), and the IP on 08/04/2022 at 10:12 a.m. During the interview the DON was informed of observations made of Staff R, (C NA) in Resident #67's room. The DON revealed all staff who enter an isolation precaution room must follow the sign's directions. She further indicated if the sign says to put a gown on, or gloves then you must put it on. The DON stated She (Staff R, (C NA) should have put on a gown and gloves. At 11:49 a.m., the DON provided a copy of an in-service training related to Contact Isolation Precautions that was given to Staff R, (C NA) by the IP. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) VRE in Healthcare Settings | HAI | CDC VRE Can spread from one person to another through contact with contaminated surfaces or equipment or through person to person spread, often via contaminated hands.
Inspection of March 26, 2021
1 findingBased on interviews with facility staff and [CONDITION(S)] Center's staff, and review of Resident #87's medical record, including [CONDITION(S)] Center's documentation of the resident's treatments, the facility failed to ensure one resident (#87) of two residents reviewed for receiving [CONDITION(S)] services, received ongoing assessment and care of a surgical incision which was identified as being infected by the outside provider of [CONDITION(S)]. Findings included: Resident #87 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] from the hospital after having a [CONDITION(S)] fistula placed in the right antecubital. Physician orders [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . Review of the January 2021 Treatment Administration Record (TAR) revealed documentation included a check mark for every day, except for a 9 documented on 01/16/2021. The Chart code legend on the TAR revealed that 9 indicated other, see nurse notes. Review of the nurse's note from 01/16/2021 written at 14:30 revealed, cleanse right AC surgical site with NS and cover with dry dressing every day shift. The next nurse's note , also written on 01/16/2021 at 14:30 , read cleanse left lower leg skin tear with NS, apply hydrogel, and cover with dry dressing QD (every day) every day shift. resident currently at [CONDITION(S)]. The nurse's note for 01/16/2021 did not explain the documentation in the TAR for the dressing change at the right AC. A Skin Grid had been documented on 01/11/2021 for the resident's surgical site described as right antecubital with 10 intact staples. One week later, on 01/18/2021, the Skin Grid was updated and noted for the length and width having remained the same as the week prior, with the tissue type identified as E (epithelium), wound bed color pink and staples intact. A review was conducted of the Post Treatment [CONDITION(S)] Reports provided by the [CONDITION(S)] center to the facility after each [CONDITION(S)] treatment. Review of the POS [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . The note indicated the facility and doctor were notified. On 01/23/2021, documentation on the Pre-treatment Data Collection & Assessment read, right FA (forearm) /hand 1+ (edema); redness noted to incision site on RFA (right forearm), staples with yellow drainage. The Post-treatment Data Collection & Assessment documentation on 01/23/2021 read, RFA incision site red with yellow drainage noted on dressing. Doctor notified during treatment, BC (blood cultures) x 2 and wound culture completed. [MEDICATION(S)] 1 gram IV (intravenously) x 1 given per doctor's order. On 01/26/2021 the Pre-treatment Data Collection & Assessment read, RFA incision improving, staples were removed yesterday per patient. No drainage noted on dressing. Further Review of the POS [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . The facility had received Post Treatment [CONDITION(S)] Reports until 01/30/2021 and both antibiotics continued through to that date. An interview was conducted with the [CONDITION(S)] Center's Facility Administrator (FA) on 03/29/2021 beginning at 10:05 a.m. The FA confirmed that the resident had started [CONDITION(S)] at her facility in mid January and on the following Thursday (01/21/2021) the [CONDITION(S)] nurse noted the dressing on the surgical site was dated from the previous Monday (01/18/2021). She reported that usually the [CONDITION(S)] Center does not remove the dressings from surgical sites, but the nurse removed this dressing as it was several days old and the resident's arm was swollen. The nurse documented the staples at the site looked infected and she notified the facility. The FA reported that the resident's course of antibiotics ended on 02/09/2021. The FA confirmed that the Post Treatment [CONDITION(S)] Reports did not document that the resident had a temperature on any of the reports, from 01/14/2021 until 01/30/2021. A further review of the facility's nursing notes and Treatment Administration Record did not reveal that the order to change the dressing to the resident's surgical site had been missed, which had been reported by the [CONDITION(S)] Center's FA. An interview was conducted with the resident's nurse, LPN A , on 03/26/2021 beginning at 1:45 p.m. LPN A remembered the resident and confirmed that one day she had documented before she had performed a dressing change at the resident's surgical site. She said that something happened and she wasn't able to get to the resident to change the dressing before he left for [CONDITION(S)]. She reported that she had asked the oncoming nurse to change the dressing but the oncoming nurse hadn't changed the dressing either. She reported that the next day she changed the dressing, but due to what the [CONDITION(S)] center reported, she must have put the wrong date on the dressing. She reported that she was aware that the [CONDITION(S)] center notified the facility of an infected surgical site and that the right arm was swollen, but she said she did not see that the surgical site was infected or that the arm was swollen. An interview was conducted with RN B, the Unit Manager on 03/26/2021 beginning at 1:50 p.m. He confirmed he had seen the site but never thought it looked infected. He confirmed that residents' temperatures were taken three times a day and Resident #87's never spiked a temperature. He reported that once when he entered the resident's room he saw the resident's wife removing a dressing, but he couldn't remember if the dressing was at the surgical site or at a skin tear the resident had on his lower calf. A review of the nurse's notes did not include either LPN A's report of having missed a dressing change or RN B's report of having seen the resident's wife removing a dressing.
Inspection of February 27, 2017
1 findingBased on record review, staff interview, and review of the Fall & Injury Management policy, and family interview, the facility failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent falls, needed assistive devices and offer interventions that would prevent falls for one resident (# 2), who had a history of [REDACTED]. While the resident's fall was acknowledged by the facility and interventions implemented, it was not investigated thoroughly and the interventions planned were not realistic or effective to prevent additional falls and harm to Resident #2, who fell 3 times in four days, the third fall resulted in two fractures requiring surgical repair. Findings Included: Resident #2 was admitted on [DATE], with [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Record of the facility's fall log revealed Resident #2 had two falls on 11/30/16, one at 02:57 a.m. and another at 4:30 p.m. Per the resident's record there was a third fall that occurred on 12/3/16 that was not on the fall log. Review of the Progress Note, dated 11/30/16, 02:57 revealed: Resident found sitting on the floor sorting through suitcase. When asked what she was doing she stated packing. Then asked how she got on the floor she stated she fell . No apparent injury. States she has No pain. Lifted to chair with assist of three and brought to nursing station for closer monitoring. Dr. notified, family number is disconnected. DON notified. A facility listing of falls noted a second fall on 11/30/16 at 4:30 p.m. There was no Progress note of the second fall. A third fall occurred on 12/3/16, at 3:10 a.m. The resident's record was silent regarding the fall at 4:30 p.m. on 11/30/16. Further review of the Progress notes, dated 12/3/16, revealed that Resident #2 had a fall at 3:10 a.m. The Progress note, documented that the resident was heard calling for help by the Nurse. The Nurse observed the resident on the floor. Resident stated, I came down hard on my side Resident was assessed; range of motion was performed without difficulty with the exception of the right hip area. Hoyer lifted resident to the bed with the assistance of two C.N.A's. Record review of the Progress Note on 12/3/16 at 11:18 a.m., stated, Obtained orders from MD to send resident to ER to evaluate and treat to rule out any injuries status [REDACTED]. Per record review, of the Progress notes resident sustained [REDACTED].#2's x-ray and the Nurse called for the x-ray to be done by the mobile x-ray company. The x-ray company did not arrive. The resident was transferred to the hospital at 11:30 a.m. on 12/3/16. After arriving at the hospital, the x-ray revealed the resident had sustained a fracture to her right hip and right femur. Record review of the Risk Management report dated 11/30/2016 at 16:27 revealed the Nursing description: Resident on the floor with her feet facing head of the bed, sitting on her butt. No visible injuries at this time. No complaints of pain or discomfort. Resident stated, While going through her suitcase, went to turn and slipped off the bed. Immediate Action Taken: Education on using the call light when help is needed, added bilateral floor mats. Resident picked up by two staff members using Hoyer lift. Bed in low position. Note Text: Upon entering room, resident was found sitting on the floor next to the bed at 16:25 p.m. resident states she did not hit her head and has no injury. Skin assessment done, no new skin areas noted. Resident placed back in bed with Hoyer lift and two nurses to get her off the floor. Bilateral floor mats placed, reminded resident to use call light for assistance. Interview During an interview, with the Director of Nurses (DON) at 4:21 p.m. on 2/27/17, she stated there was no MDS or BIMS score on this resident. In a telephone interview at 8:46 a.m. on 2/27/2017, with the daughter of the Resident #2, she stated that she requested side rails multiple times before her mother's first fall; which was on 11/30/16; but was told they were a no side rails facility. Observations conducted during the survey revealed there were side rails noted on beds throughout the facility. Record review of the Nursing Admission Assessment, dated 11/29/16 at 10:28, completed in the facility the facility assessed the resident as: Falls: Fall in the last 90 days: yes. Does the resident require side rails: No. Interventions initiated by the facility on 11/30/16: Bilateral floor mats to sides of bed when resident in bed. Encourage wearing Non-skid socks/shoes when out of bed; initiated 11/30/2016. Lock brakes on bed, chair, etc. before transferring. Remind and reinforce safety awareness. Educate/remind resident to request assistance prior to ambulation. Adaptive device: wheelchair; 11/30/2016. Record review of the Care Plan for Resident #2 revealed: Focus: resident was at increased risk for falls related to dementia, use of psychotropic medications; initiated 11/30/2016. Goal: Will minimize the risk of fall; date initiated 11/30/2016. The Interventions put into place after 11/30/16 falls were bilateral floor mats to sides of bed when resident in bed. Encourage to wear Non-skid socks/shoes when out of bed; initiated 11/30/2016. Lock brakes on bed, chair, etc. before transferring. Remind and reinforce safety awareness. Educate/remind resident to request assistance prior to ambulation. Adaptive device: wheelchair; 11/30/2016. OT (Occupational Therapy) referral for screen and treatment. The resident was evaluated and assessed and has [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. There was no documentation of follow-up to show that resident would remember and understand the interventions. The resident did not use the call light for the first, second, or third fall. During the third fall the resident was heard, by the nurse, calling out for help . Record review of the policy and procedure titled Fall & Injury Management undated; the Overview states: The facility strives to reduce the risk of falls and injuries by promoting the implementation of the Falls and Injuries Program. Data is collected on residents/patients for fall risk factors. The Interdisciplinary team works with the resident/patient and family to identify and implement appropriate interventions to reduce the risk of falls or injuries while maximizing dignity and independence.
Inspection of October 20, 2011
1 findingBased on observation, interviews, and record review the facility failed to provide the consistent supervision necessary to prevent a fall resulting in injury for one of three residents (#2) reviewed. Findings include: Resident #3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. The facility face sheet stated he was [AGE] years old and was receiving after care from a surgery, Alzheimer's disease, an abnormal gait, and difficulty walking. He also had a [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. On 09/28/11 at around 2:00 p.m. the resident fell after being left unattended in the bathroom. He was transferred to the hospital and evaluated. He sustained a laceration of the left forehead , requiring staples, and a fractured left little finger. Review of the care plan, dated 05/23/11 and updated 09/28/11, revealed that he had a prior fall in the facility, in the main dining room, on 04/10/11. The plan stated on 04/10/11 that he continued to be high risk for falls and required bed and wheelchair alarms. The incontinence care plan, dated 03/15/11, stated he was on a scheduled toileting plan. Review of a hospital physician's history and physical, dated 11/08/10, revealed a CT scan of the brain determined cerebral atrophy with chronic small vessel disease. The psychosocial section, dated 05/23/11, stated he had severe cognitive impairment and weakness and he required physical assistance. The Safety Awareness care plan stated he used a highback wheelchair, was incontinent, and required an alarmed seatbelt. The fall risk care plan, dated 08/29/11, and updated after the fall of 09/28/11, stated he also had a low platform bed. Review of the nurses notes dated 09/05/11 at 6:00 a.m. revealed that the nurse responded to an alarm sounding and the resident was found sitting on the side of the bed. The facility was aware of the risk for falls with this resident and interventions for cognitive loss and fall prevention were on the care plans prior to the fall with injuries on 09/28/11. The goal was to prevent falls. Review of the nurses notes, dated 09/28/11 at 2:15 p.m., revealed that the nurse wrote that she returned to the floor and was informed that the resident fell in the bathroom and pressure was applied to the left forehead. The resident was transferred to bed using a mechanical lift. He complained of left shoulder and left little finger pain. The nurse wrote that he continued bleeding and misaligned (no body part specified ). The next note, dated 09/28/11 at 10:00 p.m. stated that he returned to the facility with eight staples on the left side of his forehead and a splint to the left hand. The note stated he had a fracture of the left hand. Review of a follow up X-ray of the left hand, dated 10/18/11, revealed an acute fracture of the left metacarpal (finger) with minimal displacement. An x ray of the left rib area revealed a "recent seventh rib fracture" of the posterior portion. After the fall, two new care plans were initiated. 1. On 10/04/11 a care plan for pain was initiated. The interventions included monitoring and reporting pain, and providing comfort measures. Review of the physician's orders [REDACTED]. There was no documentation on the MAR that he received any doses of Tylenol prior to the fall. Review of the physician's orders [REDACTED]. The [DIAGNOSES REDACTED]. Review of the Pain Management MAR for October 2011 revealed that he was medicated for pain five times from October 01 to October 17, 2011. The assessments stated it was based on nonverbal symptoms. The resident was unable to self report and a line was drawn through the section. On 10/6/11 a care plan was initiated for wound care. The resident did not have a wound prior to the fall. The wound was identified as the left temple area where the laceration from the fall was. Interventions included daily monitoring and standard precautions. On 10/20/11 at 1:00 p.m. an observation of the resident was conducted. He was in the main dining room assisted by his spouse. He was dressed and odor free. A left hand splint was present, with his finger visible. He demonstrated some random movements of the fingers. The left forehead area had a small recent scar. There were no staples. The resident did not respond to his name and stared vacantly during the observation. He frequently leaned to the left and required repositioning. A lap tray was in place. The spouse stated the lap tray was ordered by therapy to assist with leaning left, prior to the recent fall. She stated that he had a follow up appointment with a specialist for the fractured finger and the recently discovered fractured rib, later that day. She stated his cognition had declined recently. On 10/20/11 an interview with the NHA and the DON revealed that the fall of 09/28/11 regarding resident #2 was reported as adverse. The DON stated that the aide caring for the resident on 09/28/11 was not the resident's usual aide but was familiar with the assignment. The DON stated that the investigation of the fall revealed that the aide was toileting the resident and left him in the bathroom while he , the aide, went to the resident's dresser, in the adjoining room, to obtain a paper brief. The DON stated that the aide could not prevent the fall from across the room. The DON stated he should not have left the resident unattended. The DON and NHA stated the aide received reeducation immediately, and verbal discipline was placed in his file. The NHA stated all staff were reeducated, beginning on 09/29/11, about gathering supplies and not leaving residents unattended.
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