Deficiencies (over last year)
Deficiencies (over last year)
9 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
14% worse than Utah average
Utah average: 7.9 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
12
9
6
3
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Inspection Report
Routine
Deficiencies: 9
Date: Sep 23, 2024
Visit Reason
Unannounced routine inspection of The Abbington at St. George assisted living facility to assess compliance with state regulations.
Findings
The inspection identified 9 rule noncompliances related to various regulatory requirements including medication administration, disaster planning, and staff qualifications. Several deficiencies were noted in medication delegation, emergency plans, and employee permits.
Deficiencies (9)
R432-270-11(10)(a)-(c) Hospice patient evacuation plans were not incorporated into service plans and did not accurately reflect residents' abilities for 3 residents.
R432-270-19(7)(a)-(f) One medication technician did not have a medication delegation letter in file as required.
R432-270-19(12)(b) Medication record did not reflect a time change for administration of one medication; the change occurred several weeks prior.
R432-270-22(8)(c) Two food service employees did not have current food handler permits on file.
R432-270-25(5) Hot water temperature controls did not maintain water temperature between 105-120°F; temperatures measured at 123.4°F and 123°F in two locations.
R432-270-26(4)(a-k) Disaster plan did not include plans for severe weather, explosion, windstorm, epidemic, or mass casualty events.
R432-270-26(6)(g-i) Emergency disaster plan lacked instructions on recruiting additional help, delivery of essential care by alternate means, and care if personnel are reduced during emergencies.
R432-270-26(8)(a-d) Fire drills did not include documentation of participants and their ability to evacuate.
R432-270-15(1) No written policies and procedures defining the level of nursing services provided by the facility.
Report Facts
Number of rule noncompliances: 9
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