Inspection Reports for
Newhaven Court at Clearview
100 Newhaven Lane, Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001
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Inspection Report — Jun 3, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jun 3, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation at Newhaven Court at Clearview, including review of a submitted plan of correction.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, investigating allegations of resident abuse and medication errors. The abuse allegation was not reported timely to the local Area Agency on Aging.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were found including resident abuse incidents, medication administration errors, failure to follow prescriber's orders, and incomplete support plan documentation and revisions. The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented as of the follow-up review.
Citations (6)
Resident abuse incident involving physical altercation and delayed reporting to the local Area Agency on Aging.
Medications were removed from original containers more than 2 hours in advance of scheduled administration.
Medications were not administered at the correct time and documentation errors on medication administration records (MAR).
Failure to follow prescriber's orders with multiple residents not receiving prescribed medications as directed.
Resident support plan was not signed and no notation of refusal or inability to sign was documented.
Resident support plan was not updated to address changes in ambulation and aggressive behavior.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 99
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 18
Current Hospice Residents: 9
Residents Age 60 or Older: 99
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1
Residents with Mobility Need: 32
Inspection Report — Apr 15, 2025
Follow-Up
Date: Apr 15, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection visit on 04/15/2025 was a partial, unannounced follow-up inspection triggered by an incident to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction.
Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the submitted plan of correction related to deficiencies in assistance with activities of daily living and medication administration. The report details corrective actions including enhanced resident supervision, staff training, and ongoing audits to prevent future errors.
Citations (2)
Inadequate supervision and assistance with transfers for a resident who sustained multiple falls, resulting in hospitalization and rehab services.
Medication administration error where staff administered medication at the wrong time, not following prescriber's orders.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 98
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 17
Hospice Current Residents: 9
Residents Age 60 or Older: 95
Residents with Mental Illness: 1
Residents with Mobility Need: 31
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Wellness Director/Designee | Responsible party for enhanced resident supervision and staff training on ADL assistance | |
| Executive Operations Officer/Designee | Responsible party for staff training on medication administration and ongoing medication audits |
Inspection Report — Jan 14, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jan 14, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation during an unannounced partial licensing inspection.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint and incident, but no deficiencies or citations were found, indicating no substantiated issues.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 100
Memory Care Residents Served: 18
Hospice Current Residents: 7
Residents Age 60 or Older: 100
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1
Residents with Mobility Need: 31
Resident Support Staff: 0
Total Daily Staff: 131
Waking Staff: 98
Inspection Report — Jul 25, 2024
Renewal
Date: Jul 25, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal licensing inspection of Newhaven Court at Clearview to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 relating to Personal Care Homes.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable regulations after inspections on July 27, 2024, and October 16, 2024, with several deficiencies noted related to staff training, fire safety, medication labeling, and storage procedures, all of which had plans of correction submitted and accepted.
Citations (9)
Direct care staff did not complete required training on meeting resident needs and safe management techniques during the 2023 training year.
Direct care staff did not complete required annual fire safety training during the 2023 training year.
A 6 ounce bottle of nail polish remover labeled as extremely flammable was unsecured and accessible to residents.
Fire drill records did not document evacuation time in minutes and seconds on multiple dates.
Residents were unable to safely evacuate within the specified time during a fire drill and the drill was not recorded properly.
Fire drills were routinely held at the end of each month rather than on different days and times as required.
Medication labels did not match physician orders for multiple medications for Resident #1.
Medications prescribed for Resident #2 were not documented on the July 2024 Medication Administration Record.
Medications prescribed for Resident #1 (Ondansetron and Nystatin Cream) were not available in the home.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 86
Residents Served in Secure Dementia Care Unit: 17
Current Hospice Residents: 12
Total Daily Staff: 122
Waking Staff: 92
Residents Served: 96
Current Hospice Residents: 13
Total Daily Staff: 134
Waking Staff: 101
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Juliet Marsala | Deputy Secretary | Signed licensing letter and report cover letter. |
Inspection Report — Sep 25, 2023
Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 25, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation with multiple inspection dates from September 25, 2023 to March 26, 2024, to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 relating to Personal Care Homes.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, triggered by allegations of neglect and abuse involving multiple residents experiencing frequent falls and injuries, including a resident death due to fall-related injury. The investigation included multiple inspection dates and follow-up reviews.
Findings
The inspection found multiple violations including resident neglect and abuse related to frequent falls with injuries, failure to provide adequate supervision and assistance to residents at risk of falls, confidentiality breaches, incomplete financial transaction reporting, inadequate staff training records, improper trash management, missing emergency telephone postings, unsecured windows, improper food storage, smoking policy violations, incomplete menus, medication labeling errors, and failure to update resident assessments after significant condition changes.
Citations (15)
Resident #1 experienced multiple falls with injuries due to lack of fall precautions and inadequate assistance despite physical therapy recommendations.
Resident #2 suffered a fatal injury from a fall due to inadequate supervision and assistance.
Confidential resident records were found unlocked and accessible to unauthorized persons.
Residents #6 and #7 did not receive quarterly financial transaction accounts as required.
Multiple residents experienced numerous falls resulting in injuries due to failure to provide required assistance and supervision.
Staff training records for fire safety lacked documentation of trainer name and source.
Trash receptacles in kitchens and bathrooms were uncovered, allowing penetration of insects and rodents.
Trash was improperly stored outside the home in uncovered receptacles.
Emergency telephone numbers were not posted on or by multiple telephones in the home.
Windows in multiple resident rooms lacked screens.
Food items were stored open and unsealed in the kitchen.
A visitor caused a small fire by smoking in a non-designated area and improperly discarding a cigarette.
Weekly menus were not posted one week in advance as required.
Resident #6's medication label did not match prescribed dosage.
Resident #14's assessment was not updated to reflect significant changes in condition and care needs.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 91
Residents Served in SDCU: 18
Number of Falls: 115
Unwitnessed Falls: 106
Falls Resulting in Injury: 31
Staffing Hours: 128
Waking Staff: 96
Inspection Report — Mar 2, 2022
Renewal
Date: Mar 2, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal inspection of the facility's license, including a full unannounced review from 03/02/2022 to 03/09/2022.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including insufficient CPR/First Aid trained staff, unsecured bed enabler bars posing entrapment hazards, lack of operable bedside lamps for some residents, inconsistent smoking policy, medication labeling errors, uncalibrated glucometers, and delayed admission support plan completion. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented with target completion dates mostly by 03/25/2022.
Citations (8)
Insufficient staff trained in first aid and certified in obstructed airway techniques and CPR present during specified dates and times.
Enabler bars on beds of residents #1 through #7 were not secured, posing an entrapment hazard.
Residents #6 and #8 did not have access to operable bedside lamps; one lamp was unplugged.
The home’s smoking policy was inconsistent between the policy and home rules, prohibiting resident smoking but allowing staff designated smoking areas.
Pharmacy labels for residents #3, #9, and #10 medications were incorrect or missing dosage instructions.
Staff person administered insulin without completing required Department-approved diabetes education within past 12 months.
Resident #13’s admission support plan was completed late, after admission to the secured dementia care unit.
Resident #6’s prescribed medication was not available in the home; glucometers for residents #9 and #11 were not calibrated to the correct date.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 91
Total Daily Staff: 128
Waking Staff: 96
Residents with Mobility Need: 37
Residents in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 17
Deficiencies Cited: 8
Notice — Apr 16, 2021
Date: Apr 16, 2021
Visit Reason
The document serves as a renewal notification and certificate of compliance for the Personal Care Home 'Newhaven Court at Clearview'. It informs the facility that the Department will conduct an onsite inspection within the next twelve months as required by regulation.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It confirms issuance of a regular license in response to the renewal application and advises that enforcement action will be taken if noncompliance is found during future inspections.
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Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jamie L. Buchenauer | Deputy Secretary, Office of Long-term Living | Signed the renewal notification letter. |
Inspection Report — Apr 6, 2021
Renewal
Date: Apr 6, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Service Licensing.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.
Inspection Report — Mar 11, 2021
Renewal
Date: Mar 11, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal visit to review compliance with licensing requirements at Newhaven Court at Clearview.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to medication storage and administration, including missing prescribed medications and incorrect insulin dosing. The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented.
Citations (5)
Resident #1's prescribed Albuterol Sulfate HFA 90 mcg was not available in the home on 3/12/21.
Resident #1's Co-Enzyme Q 10mg medication was not administered from 3/2/21 through 3/11/21 due to unavailability.
Resident #1's Quetiapine Fumarate 100 mg medication was not administered from 7:00 PM on 3/9/21 through 9:00 AM on 3/12/21 due to unavailability.
Resident #2's Ferrous Sulfate 325 mg medication was not administered from 3/5/21 through 3/12/21 due to unavailability.
Resident #3 received 4 units of insulin on 3/5/21 instead of the prescribed 3 units according to the sliding scale and blood glucose reading.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 74
Medication Administration Errors: 4
Inspection Report — Nov 23, 2020
Complaint Investigation
Date: Nov 23, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following allegations of verbal abuse by a direct care staff member.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation substantiated multiple instances of verbal abuse by a direct care staff member between 11/5/20 and 11/17/20. The facility delayed reporting the abuse to the Area Agency on Aging, the Department, and failed to notify residents' designated persons timely. The staff member was terminated on 11/19/20.
Findings
The facility failed to immediately report suspected verbal abuse incidents involving a staff member to the appropriate authorities and designated persons. Multiple violations related to abuse reporting, supervision, notification, and resident abuse were identified, including repeated verbal abuse by a staff member toward residents.
Citations (5)
2600.15.a. The home did not immediately report suspected verbal abuse by a staff member to the local Area Agency on Aging until 11/19/20.
2600.15.b. The home failed to immediately supervise or suspend the staff member accused of abuse, allowing unsupervised work on multiple days.
2600.15.d. The home did not notify the residents and their designated persons of the abuse allegations until 11/19/20.
2600.16.c. The home failed to report the verbal abuse incident to the Department within 24 hours, reporting only on 11/20/20.
2600.42b. A staff member verbally abused multiple residents with derogatory and disrespectful comments during care and conversations.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 91
Residents Served in Dementia Unit: 17
Hospice Current Residents: 7
Staff Total Daily: 133
Staff Waking: 100
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Operations Officer | Named in multiple findings related to investigation and reporting of abuse incidents. |
| Krystle Pry | Resident Wellness Director | Named in multiple findings related to investigation and reporting of abuse incidents. |
Inspection Report — Jul 8, 2020
Renewal
Date: Jul 8, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Service Licensing for the facility Newhaven Court at Clearview.
Findings
No regulatory citations were identified as a result of the licensing inspection conducted on 07/08/2020.
Notice — May 5, 2020
Date: May 5, 2020
Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal notification and license issuance for the Personal Care Home 'Newhaven Court at Clearview'. It informs the facility that an annual onsite inspection will be conducted within the next twelve months as required by regulation.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It confirms issuance of a regular license following the renewal application.
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Inspection Report — Jan 8, 2020
Follow-Up
Date: Jan 8, 2020
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up review to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to an incident involving suspected resident abuse and failure to report.
Findings
The plan of correction was found to be fully implemented as of the follow-up review. The facility addressed the issues related to resident abuse reporting and incident notification as required by regulations.
Citations (2)
2600.15.a - The home failed to immediately notify the local Area Agency on Aging of suspected resident abuse involving missing money until 1/8/2020.
2600.16.c - The home did not report the incident to the Department’s personal care home regional office until 9/11/2019, beyond the required 24-hour timeframe.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 105
Memory Care Unit Residents Served: 17
Hospice Current Residents: 13
Resident Mobility Need: 32
Residents Age 60 or Older: 105
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Operations Officer | Named in resident abuse and incident reporting violations |
Inspection Report — Aug 28, 2019
Renewal
Date: Aug 28, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual renewal inspection of Newhaven Court at Clearview to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 relating to Personal Care Homes.
Findings
Violations were found related to medical evaluations, medication administration, medication labeling, and medication storage and use. Plans of correction were submitted addressing training, monitoring, and verification processes to ensure compliance.
Citations (4)
2600.141.b.1. A resident's annual medical evaluation did not include an assessment of special health or dietary needs, with the form section left blank but indicating no concentrated sweets.
2600.184.a. Medication containers lacked pharmacy labels with prescribed dosage and administration instructions, leading to discrepancies in medication application for a resident.
2600.185.a. The home failed to develop and implement procedures for safe storage, access, security, distribution, and use of medications and medical equipment by trained staff.
2600.187.d. The home did not follow the prescriber's directions for sliding scale insulin administration, resulting in incorrect dosages given over a specified period.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 105
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 16
Hospice Current Residents: 11
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Operations Officer | Named in relation to plan of correction approvals and verification responsibilities. |
Inspection Report — Jan 11, 2019
Renewal
Date: Jan 11, 2019
Visit Reason
This document is a renewal application and license issuance for the Personal Care Home Newhaven Court at Clearview. The Department notifies that an annual onsite inspection will be conducted within the next twelve months as required by regulation.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It serves as a license renewal confirmation and notification of future annual inspection requirements.
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Secure Dementia Care Unit Licensed Beds: 55
Inspection Report — Sep 5, 2018
Renewal
Date: Sep 5, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was a renewal inspection conducted by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Bureau of Human Services Licensing on September 5 and 6, 2018, for Newhaven Court at Clearview.
Findings
Multiple violations of 55 Pa.Code Chapter 2600 related to Personal Care Homes were found, including issues with medical evaluations, dietary needs, medication storage and administration, and medication labeling. Plans of correction were partially implemented with adequate progress noted.
Citations (7)
Regulation 2600.141(b)(1): Resident #2's annual medical evaluation dated 7/2/18 did not include an assessment of the resident's ability to self-administer medications.
Regulation 2600.161(d): Resident #2 was prescribed a mechanical soft diet but was served a chicken salad sandwich on a whole hamburger bun not compliant with dysphagia diet guidelines.
Regulation 2600.183(d): Resident #3 was prescribed Amoxicillin discontinued on 8/8/18, but medication was still present in the home on 9/6/18.
Regulation 2600.183(e): Resident #4 was prescribed Refresh liquid gel 1% eye drops not dated when opened.
Regulation 2600.184(a): Prescription medications for Residents #5, #6, and #7 were not accurately labeled or did not include proper administration instructions.
Regulation 2600.185(a): The home failed to ensure safe storage, access, security, distribution, and use of medications; several medications were not available for administration on 9/6/18.
Regulation 2600.187(d): Resident #7's prescribed Melatonin medication was not properly managed; medication was removed prior to physician clarification and a late medication error report was submitted.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 107
Total Daily Staff: 137
Waking Staff: 103
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Director | Named as Legal Entity Representative signing plans of correction and responsible for corrective actions |
Inspection Report — May 30, 2018
Complaint Investigation
Date: May 30, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation triggered by an incident involving staff behavior toward a resident.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. The incident involved direct care staff person A verbally abusing resident #1. The staff member was terminated after a thorough investigation.
Findings
The investigation found that a direct care staff person spoke disrespectfully to a resident during assistance with dressing, using inappropriate language and tone. The staff member's employment was terminated following the investigation.
Citations (1)
55 Pa.Code §2600.42(c) requires that a resident be treated with dignity and respect. Direct care staff person A was overheard speaking in a loud and disrespectful manner to a resident, using sharp and impatient tones and inappropriate language.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 101
Number of Current Hospice Residents: 8
Number of Residents Served in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 17
Number of Hospice Residents in past year: 20
Number of Residents 60 Years or Older: 100
Number of Residents with Intellectual Disability: 1
Number of Residents with Mobility Need: 30
Number of Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Director | Named in plan of correction and signature on violation report |
| Jan Cutter | Department representative on-site during inspection | |
| Krystle Pry | Director of Resident Care Services | Conducted staff re-education on Resident Rights and Mandatory Reporting |
Notice — Feb 13, 2018
Date: Feb 13, 2018
Visit Reason
The document serves as a renewal approval for the Personal Care Home license for Newhaven Court at Clearview and notifies the facility of the requirement for an annual onsite inspection within the next twelve months.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It confirms issuance of a regular license following the renewal application.
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Inspection Report — Dec 12, 2017
Routine
Date: Dec 12, 2017
Visit Reason
The Department of Human Services licensing representatives conducted an inspection of Newhaven Court at Clearview facility on December 12, 2017.
Findings
No regulatory violations were identified as a result of this inspection.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Sutherland | Acting Regional Licensing Director | Signed the inspection report letter. |
Inspection Report — Sep 13, 2017
Renewal
Date: Sep 13, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was a renewal licensing inspection conducted on September 13 and 14, 2017, to assess compliance with 55 Pa.Code Chapter 2600 for Personal Care Homes.
Findings
Multiple violations of the Personal Care Homes regulations were identified, including issues with resident record confidentiality, bedroom lighting, medical evaluations, medication storage and administration, resident assessments, support plans, and staff training. Plans of correction were submitted and approved with most corrective actions fully implemented or in progress.
Citations (13)
Regulation 2600.17: Resident records were found unlocked and unattended in a common area hutch drawer, compromising confidentiality.
Regulation 2600.101(j)(7): The bed in resident #A104's bedroom lacked a source of light operable from bedside.
Regulation 2600.141(b)(1): Resident #1 and #2's annual medical evaluations were completed late by 55 and 69 days respectively.
Regulation 2600.183(b): A bottle of Acetaminophen 500mg was found unlocked and unattended in resident #2's bedroom.
Regulation 2600.183(d): Resident #3 was prescribed medication discontinued on 2-21-17 but it remained in the medication cart on 9-14-17.
Regulation 2600.184(a): Resident #4's prescription labels inaccurately indicated Alprazolam dosages for sleep and anxiety.
Regulation 2600.185(a): Medical equipment ordered for resident #3 was not available, and glucometers for residents #5, #6, #7, and #8 were not set to current date and time.
Regulation 2600.187(b): Resident #4's medication administration record lacked staff initials for artificial tears given on 9-7-17 at 8:00 PM.
Regulation 2600.190(b): Staff person A administered insulin without completing a Department-approved diabetes education program prior to 10-12-15.
Regulation 2600.225(c): Resident #3's use of hipster pads, sage boots, and knee immobilizer was not documented properly in assessments.
Regulation 2600.227(a): Resident #2 and #3's support plans lacked required signatures and completion dates.
Regulation 2600.227(g): Staff person B did not sign or date resident #2's updated support plan dated 2-17-17.
Regulation 2600.236: Staff person C had not completed the required 6 hours of annual dementia care training as of the inspection date.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 97
Number of Current Hospice Residents: 9
Number of Residents Served in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 14
Number of Residents Age 60 or Older: 96
Number of Residents with Intellectual Disability: 1
Number of Residents with Mobility Need: 31
Number of Residents with Physical Disability: 0
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Director | Named as legal entity representative and signer of plans of correction. |
Inspection Report — Jan 23, 2017
Renewal
Date: Jan 23, 2017
Visit Reason
The document is a renewal application and license issuance for Newhaven Court at Clearview Personal Care Home, indicating the Department will conduct an onsite inspection within the next twelve months as part of the renewal process.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It serves as a certificate of compliance and notification of license renewal.
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Inspection Report — Dec 8, 2016
Complaint Investigation
Date: Dec 8, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following an incident reported on 11/19/2016 involving alleged mistreatment of a resident at Newhaven Court at Clearview.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. Staff person A forced a resident to change clothes against their will and failed to report the incident timely. Staff person A was terminated and retrained. Family and physician were notified.
Findings
The investigation found that staff person A forced a resident out of their clothes and into night clothes against their will, causing the resident to feel uncomfortable, violated, and afraid. Staff person A was terminated and retrained staff were provided education on resident rights and mandatory reporting.
Citations (3)
55 Pa.Code §2600.16(c) - The home failed to report the incident to the Department within 24 hours as required by regulation.
55 Pa.Code 2800.42(c) - A resident was not treated with dignity and respect when staff forced the resident out of clothes and into night clothes against their will.
55 Pa.Code 2600.65(d) - Direct care staff person A was unsupervised while providing ADL care and had not completed required training and supervised practice.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 89
Number of Deficiencies: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Director | Named as legal entity representative and signer of plan of correction |
| Jason Williams | Human Services Licensing Supervisor | Signed the cover letter for the inspection report |
Inspection Report — Aug 23, 2016
Annual Inspection
Date: Aug 23, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the Department of Human Services' annual licensing inspections on August 23 and 24, 2016, including renewal, complaint, and incident investigations.
Findings
Multiple violations related to resident abuse, assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, dignity and respect, and support plan signatures were found. Plans of correction were partially implemented with ongoing monitoring and staff training.
Citations (5)
55 Pa.Code §2600.15(b) - The home failed to immediately develop and implement a plan of supervision or suspend a staff person involved in an alleged abuse incident on 3/13/2016 involving resident #1 and direct care staff.
55 Pa.Code §2600.23(a) - Resident #1 was non-ambulatory and required staff assistance for transfers, but direct care staff insisted the resident walk and denied use of wheelchair on 3/13/2016.
55 Pa.Code §2600.42(c) - Resident #1 was not treated with dignity and respect when direct care staff yelled, threatened, and pointed fingers during assistance on 3/13/2016.
55 Pa.Code §2600.183(f) - Medication for resident #2 was discontinued but remained in the medication cart on 8/24/2016, violating safe medication disposal regulations.
55 Pa.Code §2600.227(h) - Residents #3 and #4 did not sign their support plans, and there was no indication they were unable or unwilling to sign.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 87
Number of Current Hospice Residents: 4
Number of Residents Served in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 18
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Director | Named in multiple findings and plan of correction signatures. |
Inspection Report — Feb 18, 2016
Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 18, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation triggered by an incident at Newhaven Court at Clearview.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to an incident. Repeat violations were noted from a previous inspection dated 04/21/2015.
Findings
The inspection found violations related to incomplete initial resident assessments and support plans. Specific deficiencies involved failure to complete a resident's initial assessment and support plan within required timeframes, and inadequate documentation of resident support plans.
Citations (3)
55 Pa.Code 2600.225(a): A resident shall have a written initial assessment documented within 15 days of admission. Resident #1's initial assessment was not completed within the required timeframe.
55 Pa.Code 2600.227(a): A resident requiring personal care services shall have a written support plan developed and implemented within 30 days of admission. Resident #1's initial support plan was not completed within the required timeframe.
55 Pa.Code 2600.227(d): Each home shall document in the resident's support plan the medical, dental, vision, hearing, mental health, or other behavioral care services provided or referrals made. Resident #2's support plan did not include care related to the resident's decline and did not indicate the frequency of supervision or monitoring.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 91
Number of Current Hospice Residents: 4
Number of Hospice Residents in past year: 20
Number of Residents 60 Years or Older: 89
Number of Residents with Mobility Need: 29
Total Daily Staff: 120
Walking Staff: 90
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Director | Signed plan of correction documents related to violations |
Inspection Report — Feb 2, 2016
Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 2, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following allegations of verbal abuse by staff toward residents at Newhaven Court at Clearview.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. Multiple incidents of verbal abuse by direct care staff toward residents were confirmed. Staff person C was suspended immediately and subsequently terminated. The home conducted staff education and training to prevent recurrence.
Findings
Several incidents were found where direct care staff used disrespectful and vulgar language toward residents with cognitive impairments. The incidents were not reported timely to the appropriate agencies. Staff person C was immediately suspended and then terminated following investigation.
Citations (4)
55 Pa.Code §2600.15(a) - The home failed to immediately report suspected abuse of residents as required by law. Several incidents of verbal abuse by staff were not reported to the area agency on aging until weeks after occurrence.
55 Pa.Code §2600.15(b) - The home failed to develop and implement a plan of supervision or suspend the staff person involved in the alleged abuse. Staff person C was not placed on supervision or suspended during the incidents.
55 Pa.Code §2600.16(c) - The home failed to report the incident or condition to the Department's complaint hotline within 24 hours as required. The verbal abuse incidents were not reported until after investigation.
55 Pa.Code §2600.42(c) - A resident was not treated with dignity and respect. Staff person C used vulgar language and yelled at residents during toileting assistance.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 91
Number of Current Hospice Residents: 4
Number of Hospice Residents in past year: 20
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Renwick | Executive Director | Signed plan of correction and legal entity representative |
| Staff person C | Named in multiple findings for verbal abuse and termination | |
| Staff person D | Witnessed incidents of verbal abuse | |
| Staff person A | Witnessed incidents of verbal abuse |
Inspection Report — Feb 1, 2016
Renewal
Date: Feb 1, 2016
Visit Reason
The document is a renewal license issued in response to the January 22, 2016 renewal application for the Personal Care Home Newhaven Court at Clearview. The Department advises that an onsite annual inspection will be conducted within the next twelve months as required by regulation.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It serves as a license renewal notification and outlines the requirement for a future annual inspection.
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