Inspection Reports for Altamaha Healthcare Center
1311 WEST CHERRY STREET, JESUP, GA, 31545
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The most recent inspection on November 25, 2024 found no deficiencies, confirming correction of prior issues cited in July 2024. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to infection control practices, especially improper cleaning and storage of glucometers, as well as documentation and medication administration concerns. Complaint investigations mostly resulted in unsubstantiated findings, with one substantiated complaint that did not lead to deficiencies. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility appears to be improving, as recent revisit surveys have verified correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Deficiencies (last 8 years)
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
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Based on a November 2024 inspection.
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Routine| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| LPN AA | Licensed Practical Nurse | Observed improperly disinfecting glucometer and not sanitizing hands during procedures |
| RN BB | Registered Nurse | Observed improperly disinfecting glucometer and placing it on soiled surfaces |
| Unit Manager | Observed placing used COVID tests on nurse's station counter and responsible for COVID testing that day | |
| Regional Nurse Consultant | Provided information on disinfectant dwell time and nurse education | |
| Administrator | Provided information on COVID cart setup and ICP responsibilities |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| LPN AA | Licensed Practical Nurse | Observed improperly disinfecting glucometer and failing to sanitize hands during fingerstick blood sugar testing |
| RN BB | Registered Nurse | Observed improperly disinfecting glucometer and placing it on soiled surfaces during fingerstick blood sugar testing |
| Unit Manager | Observed placing used COVID tests on nurse's station counter and described COVID testing procedures | |
| Regional Nurse Consultant | Provided information on disinfectant dwell time and infection control responsibilities | |
| Administrator | Provided information on COVID cart setup and infection control practices |
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Routine| Name | Title | Context |
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| RN1 | Registered Nurse | Observed failing to clean and disinfect glucometer between resident uses and admitted lack of training. |
| Regional Operations Manager | Interviewed regarding lack of documentation for behaviors and nonpharmacological interventions and training on glucometer disinfection. | |
| Administrator | Interviewed regarding expectations for infection control and PPD documentation. | |
| Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding infection surveillance documentation and program implementation. |
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Routine| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| RN1 | Registered Nurse | Named in medication administration error for insulin and glucometer disinfection failure. |
| LPN5 | Licensed Practical Nurse | Named in medication administration and transfer notice findings. |
| Administrator | Named in multiple findings including background checks, transfer notices, bed hold notices, infection control. | |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Named in medication administration, transfer notices, infection control, and staffing postings. |
| Social Services Director | SSD | Named in advance directive and transfer notice findings. |
| Cook1 | Cook | Named in food handling violations. |
| Cook2 | Cook | Named in food storage violations. |
| Dietary Aide 2 | DA2 | Named in moldy food storage violation. |
| Regional Operations Manager | ROM | Named in medication administration and infection control findings. |
| Medical Director | Named in medication administration findings. | |
| Physical Therapist | PT | Named in care plan findings. |
| Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | COTA | Named in care plan findings. |
| MDS Coordinator | MDSC | Named in care plan findings. |
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Life Safety| Name | Title | Context |
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| Staff M confirmed findings related to emergency lighting and fire drills | ||
| Staff A confirmed findings related to generator testing |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
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| AA | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding missing code status documentation for Resident #154 |
| BB | Director of Social Work | Interviewed regarding Resident #154's code status and PASRR process |
| CC | Licensed Practical Nurse, Unit Manager | Admission nurse for Resident #154, interviewed about code status documentation |
| DD | Licensed Practical Nurse | Observed administering medications and interviewed regarding medication errors |
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Abbreviated Survey| Name | Title | Context |
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| HH | Office Manager | Interviewed regarding resident #3 medication delivery and discharge |
| GG | Social Service Designee | Interviewed and unaware resident #3 left without medications |
| DON | Director of Nursing | Interviewed; acknowledged incomplete discharge summary and lack of medication delivery records |
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Life Safety| Name | Title | Context |
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| Staff M | Interviewed and confirmed findings during facility tour |
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