Inspection Reports for Brookdale Charleston Gardens

WV, 25311

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Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 84 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 5, 2025
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Investigation of Complaint #40232 regarding the assisted living and memory care units at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #40232 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 73 Census: 11
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 84 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 5, 2025
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Investigation of Complaint #40233 regarding the assisted living and memory care facility.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #40233 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 73 Census: 11
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 86 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 16, 2025
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Investigation of Complaint #40059 regarding the assisted living and memory care units at the facility.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #40059 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 76 Census: 10
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 Aug 13, 2025
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Investigation of Complaint #39467 regarding the assisted living and memory care facility.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #39467 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 66 Census: 10
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 66 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 23, 2025
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Follow-up to Complaint #36196 to verify correction of previously identified deficiencies.
Findings
The deficiencies identified in the prior complaint investigation were corrected as of the follow-up inspection.
Complaint Details
Complaint #36196 was the reason for the follow-up visit; deficiencies were corrected.
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Census: 66
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 66 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 23, 2025
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Follow-up to annual survey to verify correction of previously identified deficiencies.
Findings
The deficiencies identified in the prior annual survey were corrected as of the follow-up visit.
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Census: 66
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 54 Deficiencies: 1 Jan 15, 2025
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The inspection was conducted as an investigation of Complaint #36196 regarding the facility's compliance with treatment documentation and resident care.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain accurate treatment administration records for Resident #8, with missing documentation of wound care treatments as ordered by the physician. The complaint was substantiated and a deficiency was cited.
Complaint Details
Investigation of Complaint #36196 from 01/06/25 to 01/15/25. The complaint was substantiated and a deficiency was cited.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
The licensee failed to keep a complete and accurate record of all treatments given to residents according to physician's orders, specifically missing documentation of wound care for Resident #8.Class II
Report Facts
Resident Census: 44 Resident Census: 10 Sample Size: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingReviewed the treatment administration record and agreed there was no documentation that wound care was completed
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 54 Deficiencies: 13 Jan 15, 2025
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Annual survey of Brookdale Charleston Gardens assisted living and memory care facility conducted from January 6 to January 15, 2025.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including staff training, staffing levels, housekeeping and maintenance, personnel records, activity programming, physical environment, dietary services, CPR certification, administrator designation, and nursing care documentation.
Deficiencies (13)
Description
Failed to provide minimum eight (8) hours of documented annual training to all staff on required topics.
Failed to ensure minimum staffing of two direct care personnel in Alzheimer’s/dementia special care unit during census greater than five residents.
Failed to designate at least one employee per shift responsible for activities programming on 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM shifts and weekends.
Failed to post operation directions and keypad code for locked exit doors of Alzheimer’s/dementia special care unit.
Failed to maintain annual tuberculosis screening documentation for three employees.
Failed to document whether activities did or did not take place on multiple dates in activity calendar.
Employees engaged in food preparation observed without hair restraints; personal item found on cutting board used for resident food preparation.
Failed to ensure at least one employee with current CPR training was on duty at all times.
Failed to maintain record of annual in-service training on required topics for one employee.
Failed to maintain record of annual training on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias for one employee.
Failed to designate in writing a responsible employee present and in charge of the residence at all times when Administrator was not present.
Failed to ensure weekly RN progress notes for residents with nursing care needs receiving insulin injections.
Failed to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance; observations included personal belongings behind dresser, iron burn and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder, and dirty sink.
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Census: 44 Census: 10 Deficiency count: 13 Staffing shifts with insufficient personnel: 4 Employees missing TB screening: 3 Employees missing annual training: 1 Dates missing activity documentation: 7
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #127Missing documentation of annual training and Alzheimer’s disease training
Employee #106Missing current tuberculosis screening
Employee #112Missing current tuberculosis screening
Employee #113Missing current tuberculosis screening
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding multiple deficiencies including staffing, training, and documentation
Business Office ManagerBusiness Office ManagerInterviewed regarding missing training documentation and TB screenings
Executive DirectorExecutive DirectorInterviewed regarding staffing and activity programming deficiencies
Activity DirectorActivity DirectorInterviewed regarding activity programming documentation
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 44 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 9, 2025
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The inspection was conducted as an environmental annual survey to assess compliance with state requirements for the facility license renewal.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with state requirements based on documentation review, staff interviews, observations, and performance testing. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
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Census: 44 Sprinkler count: 13
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 55 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 17, 2024
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Investigation of Complaint #35986 regarding the assisted living and memory care units at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #35986 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 45 Census: 10
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 55 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 17, 2024
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Investigation of Complaint #35947 regarding the assisted living and memory care units at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #35947 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 45 Census: 10
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 65 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 23, 2024
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Investigation of Complaint #31591 conducted from 04/22/2024 to 04/23/2024.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #31591 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 65
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 63 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 22, 2024
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Investigation of Complaint #30311 conducted from 02/21/24 to 02/22/24.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #30311 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census: 63
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 25, 2023
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Investigation of Complaint #29555 regarding facility conditions and care.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no citations were issued during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #29555 was investigated on 10/25/2023 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The complaint was found to be unsubstantiated with no citations.
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Census - Assisted Living: 63 Census - Alzheimer’s Unit: 13
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 25, 2023
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Investigation of Complaint #29574 at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ) facility.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and there were no citations issued during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #29574 was investigated on 10/25/2023 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The complaint was found to be unsubstantiated with no citations.
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Census: 63 Census: 13
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 78 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 4, 2023
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Investigation of Complaint #29353 conducted from 10/02/23 to 10/04/23 to determine the validity of the complaint.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #29353 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
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Census AL: 65 Census MC: 13
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 78 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 4, 2023
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The visit was the annual survey conducted from 10/02/23 to 10/04/23 to assess compliance with licensure and regulatory requirements for Brookdale Charleston Gardens, an assisted living and memory care facility.
Findings
One deficiency was cited related to physical facilities: the licensee failed to keep kitchen equipment, specifically the dishwasher, in good repair, with brown, crusty food particles observed on top of the dishwasher. A kitchen remodel and dishwasher replacement are underway to address this issue.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
The licensee failed to keep kitchen equipment in good repair; brown, crusty food particles were observed on top of the dishwasher.Class II
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Census: 65 Census: 13 Deficiencies cited: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #21Interviewed regarding dishwasher cleaning and maintenance issues
Employee #39, Maintenance DirectorInterviewed about dishwasher replacement and kitchen equipment
Executive DirectorInterviewed about dishwasher replacement plan
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 78 Deficiencies: 4 Oct 4, 2023
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The inspection was an annual environmental survey conducted to assess compliance with health, safety, housekeeping, maintenance, and physical environment regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to maintenance and housekeeping, including unclean air ducts, improper storage of soiled laundry, lack of call systems accessible from beds, and missing signage on keypad locks. Corrective actions and systemic changes were planned to address these issues.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class II: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Locked Memory Care Unit exit doors lacked posted directions for keypad operation and staff training on releasing the locking device.
Soiled laundry was not stored separately in covered containers from clean laundry in the Memory Care Unit laundry room.Class II
Call system was not accessible from beds in several resident rooms, and some residents were not wearing their call pendants.Class II
Maintenance and housekeeping failed to maintain a safe, sanitary, and accident-free living environment; specifically, air ducts in the dining area were dirty and stained with mold/mildew.Class I
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Facility census: 78 Deficiencies cited: 4 Date of survey: Oct 4, 2023
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 78 Deficiencies: 4 Oct 4, 2023
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The inspection was an annual environmental survey conducted to assess compliance with regulatory standards at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility had deficiencies identified, including E450, E457, E496, and Z154, indicating areas requiring correction.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Deficiency E450
Deficiency E457
Deficiency E496
Deficiency Z154
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Facility Census: 78 Assisted Living Census: 65 Memory Care Census: 13
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 2 Jun 7, 2023
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Complaint revisit #28209 conducted on 06/05/23 to verify resolution of previously cited issues.
Findings
The citations from the complaint revisit were cleared as of the inspection date. The report includes a summary of deficiencies from a prior behavioral health survey conducted in 2004, noting safety concerns related to staff supervision and unsecured doors.
Complaint Details
Complaint revisit #28209 started and ended on 06/05/23 from 2:50 PM to 3:15 PM. Citations were cleared.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Adolescent girls' bedrooms have outside doors without alarms or alert devices, and staff are not awake on weekend nights to monitor consumers.
An outside door in the TV room does not lock.
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Sample Size: 3 Center Census: 6
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Deficiencies: 2 Mar 30, 2023
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint follow-up survey related to medication administration and safety concerns at the facility.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure an order was obtained for self-administering medication for one resident, who had Extra Strength Tylenol and eye drops on her bedside table without proper orders. Additionally, the facility had housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean areas.
Complaint Details
Complaint ID: 28209. The survey was conducted from 03/29/23 10:00 AM to 03/30/23 11:00 AM as a complaint follow-up related to medication administration and safety.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to obtain an order for self-administering medication for one resident, with medications found unsecured in the resident's room.Class I
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including personal belongings behind furniture, carpet damage, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sink.
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Census: 62 Census: 9 Medication tablets remaining: 87 Medication tablets full bottle count: 100
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse #5Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding resident medication administration and pharmacy contact
Health and Wellness ManagerInterviewed and stated unawareness of medications in resident's room and corrective actions taken
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 75 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 23, 2023
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The visit was a follow-up annual inspection to verify correction of previous deficiencies at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The inspection found that citations from prior inspections were cleared. The census at the time was 64 assisted living residents and 11 memory care residents.
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Census: 64 Census: 11
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 94 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 6, 2023
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Follow-up to complaint #27526 to verify correction of previously identified deficiencies.
Findings
All deficiencies identified in the prior complaint investigation have been corrected as of the follow-up visit.
Complaint Details
Complaint #27526 was the reason for the follow-up visit; all deficiencies have been corrected.
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Census AL: 64 Census ALZ: 30
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 63 Deficiencies: 6 Nov 8, 2022
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Complaint investigation conducted due to concerns about resident care, including failure to notify physician of significant changes in resident condition and inadequate response to resident's behavioral and physical health needs.
Findings
The facility failed to notify or document physician notification regarding significant changes in a resident's condition, failed to assess and treat injuries and behavioral health needs timely, and did not ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance. Resident exhibited severe behavioral issues without appropriate medical intervention or emergency response.
Complaint Details
Complaint 27526 substantiated. Investigation revealed multiple failures in resident care including lack of physician notification, inadequate nursing assessments, failure to seek emergency treatment, and neglect of resident's behavioral health needs.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 5
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify or document physician notification of significant change in resident's condition.Class I
Failure to assess severity and cause of resident's change in cognition and skin tears.Class I
Failure to ensure resident was not neglected; ongoing verbal and physical aggression not addressed with appropriate medical intervention.Class I
Failure to perform and document nursing assessment within 24 hours of admission and upon significant change in condition.Class I
Failure to seek immediate treatment for resident at risk of serious harm due to behavioral and health conditions.Class I
Failure to maintain safe and appropriate environment; inadequate housekeeping and maintenance observed.
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Census: 63 Sample Size: 3 Dates of Incident Documentation: 6 Date of Survey: Nov 8, 2022 Date of Plan of Correction Completion: Dec 30, 2022
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN #13Licensed Practical NurseDocumented resident's condition and behaviors; noted lack of physician orders and emergency room referrals
LPN #18Licensed Practical NurseDocumented resident's agitation and behaviors; sent text to DON about resident's condition
LPN #19Licensed Practical NurseDocumented resident's behaviors and lack of notification to RN
DON #28Director of NursingReceived text about resident's behaviors; did not notify or direct emergency room referral
RN #43Registered NurseDocumented resident's admission condition; not notified of significant changes
Assistant Director of Nursing #7Assistant Director of NursingAware of resident's bruising but not skin tears; responsible for notification of skin issues
Nurse PractitionerNot made aware of resident or her behaviors
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 63 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 8, 2022
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation identified as #27419, with entry on 11/02/22 and exit on 11/08/22.
Findings
The report documents findings related to the complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens Assisted Living, including observations and interviews regarding the safety and appropriateness of the environment for consumers.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #27419 was conducted from 11/02/22 to 11/08/22.
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Assisted Living Census: 63
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 63 Deficiencies: 6 Nov 1, 2022
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Annual survey conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements for Alzheimer's/dementia special care unit and overall facility operations.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure designated staff coordination for the Alzheimer's/dementia unit, timely and complete care plans, adequate housekeeping and maintenance, and proper daily monitoring of residents on psychotropic or behavioral modifying medications. Multiple care plans lacked required signatures and titles, and behavioral evaluations were missing for many shifts.
Deficiencies (6)
Description
Failed to ensure a designated staff member was responsible for coordination of the Alzheimer's/dementia special care unit and monthly educational and family support group meetings.
Failed to complete preliminary care plans within three days of admission for residents.
Failed to develop individualized care plans within 21 days of admission, signed by all required interdisciplinary team members and resident/legal representative.
Failed to review, evaluate, and revise resident care plans at least quarterly or as needed based on changing resident needs.
Failed to ensure daily monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions to psychotropic or behavioral modifying medications for six residents; missing behavioral evaluations for multiple shifts and dates.
Failed to maintain adequate housekeeping and maintenance; observations included personal belongings behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sink.
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Census: 63 Sample Size: 6 Missing Behavioral Evaluations: 15 Missing Behavioral Evaluations: 5 Missing Behavioral Evaluations: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #51Unit Care CoordinatorMentioned as responsible for behavioral health evaluations but stated lack of time to verify daily completion.
Employee #5Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed regarding missing behavioral evaluation documents; unable to locate them.
ITRN #28Interdisciplinary Team Registered NurseResponsible for monthly behavioral reviews for residents.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 84 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 20, 2022
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Annual environmental inspection of Brookdale Charleston Gardens assisted living and Alzheimer’s facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during this annual environmental inspection. The facility had a census of 68 assisted living residents and 16 Alzheimer’s residents.
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Census: 84 Sprinkler Type: 13
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 Aug 31, 2022
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Revisit inspection conducted to follow up on complaint investigation CI# 26999.
Findings
The revisit inspection cleared the previous citation related to the complaint investigation. The census at the time was 62 assisted living residents and 14 Alzheimer’s residents.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation CI# 26999 was revisited and the citation was cleared.
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Census: 62 Census: 14
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 59 Deficiencies: 2 Jul 12, 2022
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following a substantiated complaint regarding failure to properly monitor and document residents' conditions after accidents or onset of illness.
Findings
The facility failed to document residents' conditions at least once every eight hours for 24 hours following an accident or illness onset, affecting two residents. Additionally, inadequate housekeeping and maintenance issues were observed, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sinks.
Complaint Details
Complaint ID 26999 was substantiated. The complaint involved failure to properly monitor and document residents' conditions after accidents or illness onset, specifically for residents #21 and C1.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to monitor and document a resident's condition at least once every eight hours for 24 hours following an accident or illness onset, affecting two residents.Class II
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including personal belongings behind furniture, carpet damage, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sinks.
Report Facts
Facility census: 59 Sample size: 2 Completion date for plan of correction: Aug 31, 2022
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN #7Registered Nurse and Health and Wellness DirectorInterviewed regarding nursing documentation practices and shift scheduling
LPN #25Licensed Practical NurseDocumented nursing notes related to resident #21's fall
LPN #33Licensed Practical NurseDocumented nursing notes related to resident #21's condition
LPN #36Licensed Practical NurseDocumented nursing notes related to resident #21's medication and condition
LPN #8Licensed Practical NurseDocumented nursing notes related to resident C1's fall
LPN #19Licensed Practical NurseDocumented nursing notes related to resident C1's condition
RN #50Registered NurseDocumented nursing notes related to resident C1's condition
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 28, 2022
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint survey to investigate allegations against the facility.
Findings
The survey found that all allegations were unsubstantiated, with no deficiencies cited during the complaint investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint survey 26196. All allegations were unsubstantiated.
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Census: 61
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 26, 2022
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint survey (Complaint survey 26422) to investigate allegations made against the facility.
Findings
All allegations investigated during the complaint survey were found to be unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were identified or written.
Complaint Details
Complaint survey 26422 was conducted, and all allegations were unsubstantiated.
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Census: 61
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 60 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 26, 2022
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Follow-up to complaint number 26116 to verify correction of previously identified deficiencies.
Findings
The only deficiency identified in the prior complaint investigation has been corrected as of the follow-up visit.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation follow-up; complaint number 26116. The deficiency was corrected.
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Census: 60
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 63 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 23, 2021
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This was a first follow-up visit to the annual survey to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The plan of correction was implemented and citations were corrected. No new deficiencies were cited during this follow-up visit.
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Census: 63
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Michelle WinsteadRN HFNSISurveyor conducting the follow-up visit
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 63 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 23, 2021
Visit Reason
This was a first follow-up visit to Complaint #26101 conducted to verify correction of cited deficiencies.
Findings
The citation related to the complaint was corrected as of the follow-up visit conducted on 11/23/2021.
Complaint Details
Complaint #26101 was investigated and the citation was corrected by the time of this follow-up visit.
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Census: 63
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 63 Deficiencies: 2 Nov 23, 2021
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This was the first follow-up visit to Complaint #26116 to assess ongoing issues related to bed bug infestations and facility housekeeping.
Findings
The facility continued to have bed bug sightings in resident rooms despite ongoing extermination efforts, affecting residents #28 and #25. Housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were also noted, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean areas.
Complaint Details
This inspection was a follow-up visit to Complaint #26116. The bed bug problem was ongoing but believed to be less severe. The facility had a bed bug protocol in place and was actively working to resolve the issue.
Severity Breakdown
Class III: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to keep the residence free of insects, rodents, and vermin; bed bugs observed in resident rooms.Class III
Failed to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance; issues included personal belongings behind furniture, carpet damage, missing bathroom fixtures, and dirty sink.
Report Facts
Facility census: 63 Professional extermination cost: 1712 Professional cleaning cost: 5437.49 Extermination monitoring period: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #33 stated bed bug sightings were ongoing but less than before
Employee #2 stated efforts to resolve bed bug problem and existence of bed bug protocol
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 67 Deficiencies: 2 Oct 14, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to Complaint #26101 regarding concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, specifically related to a wheelchair with mold in the Memory Care unit.
Findings
The facility was found to have a mold-type substance on a wheelchair in storage, which was cleaned promptly. Additional housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were noted, including personal belongings left behind furniture, carpet damage, and missing bathroom fixtures. A plan of correction including monitoring and staff education was implemented.
Complaint Details
Complaint #26101 was entered on 10/12/21 at 11:00 AM and exited on 10/14/21 at 10:00 AM. Census at the time was 56 in Assisted Living and 11 in Memory Care.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Failure to ensure the facility was clean; mold-type substance found on a wheelchair in storage area.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including personal belongings behind dresser, iron burn and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder, and dirty sink.
Report Facts
Census: 56 Census: 11 Date: Oct 13, 2021 Completion Date: Nov 20, 2021
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of Sales and MarketingReported finding of mold on wheelchair
Executive DirectorInformed about mold on wheelchair and responsible for oversight of corrective actions
Health and Wellness DirectorResponsible for monitoring wheelchair cleaning and reporting during Collaborative Care Review process
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 67 Deficiencies: 2 Oct 14, 2021
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The inspection was conducted in response to Complaint #26116 regarding pest infestations and housekeeping concerns at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The facility was found to have ongoing issues with roaches and bed bugs despite professional extermination efforts, affecting resident areas and posing a health risk. Additionally, housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were noted, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean areas.
Complaint Details
Complaint #26116 was substantiated. The complaint involved pest infestations including roaches and bed bugs, and inadequate housekeeping and maintenance. The survey was entered on 10/12/21 at 11:00 AM and exited on 10/14/21 at 10:00 AM.
Severity Breakdown
Class III: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
The licensee failed to keep the residence free of insects, with roaches observed in resident areas despite ongoing extermination efforts.Class III
The Center failed to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including presence of personal belongings behind furniture, carpet damage, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sinks.
Report Facts
Facility census: 67 Assisted Living census: 56 Memory Care census: 11 Professional extermination invoice amount: 1284 Bed bug treatment dates: 6 Grease trap pumping schedule change: 4 Scheduled commercial cleaning dates: 3 Extermination service frequency: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Stephanie ScottResponsible for inspecting and treating all bed bug sightings within 72 hours of reporting
Travis SidersPerforms general pest control treatments three times a week
Director of MaintenanceIncreased grease trap cleaning schedule and participated in inspection
Executive DirectorProvided information about extermination efforts and pest control company changes
Business DirectorSpoke about extermination invoices and pest control efforts
Interim Director of NursingReported ongoing issues with roaches
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 67 Deficiencies: 2 Sep 2, 2021
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Annual survey conducted from 08/31/21 to 09/02/21 to assess compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements for Brookdale Charleston Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care facility.
Findings
The inspection identified deficiencies related to employee orientation and training, specifically failure to provide and maintain records of required training for new agency staff prior to unsupervised work. Additionally, housekeeping and maintenance issues were noted, including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and cleanliness concerns.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide and maintain a record of training to new employees prior to scheduling them to work unsupervised, including emergency procedures, residence policies, resident rights, confidentiality, abuse prevention, complaint procedures, specialty care, resident activities, and infection control.Class II
Failure to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including presence of personal belongings behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder, and dirty sink.
Report Facts
Census: 57 Census: 10 Sample Size: 4 Completion Date: Oct 28, 2021
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #45Identified as lacking required training on emergency procedures, residence policies, confidentiality, ombudsman's role, complaint procedures, and specialty care
Employee #46Identified as lacking required training on emergency procedures, residence policies, ombudsman's role, abuse and neglect, complaint procedures, and specialty care
Employee #47Identified as lacking required training on emergency procedures, residence policies, ombudsman's role, abuse and neglect, complaint procedures, and specialty care
Employee #48Identified as lacking required training on emergency procedures, residence policies, ombudsman's role, abuse and neglect, complaint procedures, and specialty care
Business Office Manager #4Business Office ManagerInterviewed and stated unawareness of agency staff training requirements and commitment to complete training
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed and stated unawareness of agency staff training requirements and commitment to complete training
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 68 Deficiencies: 0 Aug 31, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an environmental annual survey conducted to assess compliance with health and safety regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The survey found no deficiencies. The facility was compliant with fire safety and health department recommendations, with no deficiencies cited during the inspection.
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Census: 68 Sprinkler heads: 13
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 59 Deficiencies: 0 May 5, 2021
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint survey (#25392) from May 4 to May 5, 2021, to investigate allegations related to the facility.
Findings
The complaint investigation found the allegations to be unsubstantiated. The facility census included 59 assisted living residents and 13 memory care residents at the time of the survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint Survey #25392 was unsubstantiated based on the findings during the visit from 05/04/21 to 05/05/21.
Report Facts
Assisted Living Census: 59 Memory Care Census: 13
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 77 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 31, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to Complaint #25279 to investigate the complaint allegations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The complaint was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated. The inspection included entry and exit times and census count but did not identify substantiated deficiencies related to the complaint.
Complaint Details
Complaint #25279 was investigated and determined to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Census: 77
Inspection Report Routine Census: 64 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 13, 2021
Visit Reason
The infection control survey was conducted to assess compliance with infection control standards at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the infection control survey conducted on January 13, 2021.
Report Facts
Census AL: 64 Census MC: 22
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Census: 73 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 2, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with health and safety regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens, including memory care and assisted living units.
Findings
The facility cleared all previous citations (364, 376, 379, and 382) during the inspection. The census included 13 memory care residents and 60 assisted living residents.
Report Facts
Census Memory Care: 13 Census Assisted Living: 60 Total Census: 73 Citations Cleared: 4
Inspection Report Census: 14 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 4, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an environmental survey to assess the facility's compliance with health and safety regulations.
Findings
Deficiencies were identified during the October 1, 2020 survey, but all deficiencies were corrected by the November 4, 2020 follow-up survey.
Report Facts
Facility census: 14
Inspection Report Routine Census: 60 Deficiencies: 3 Oct 1, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an environmental survey to assess the physical environment, housekeeping, maintenance, and safety conditions of the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to the physical environment, including worn and stained furniture, mold/mildew on kitchen surfaces, rusty shelving and HVAC registers, broken and peeling flooring, and general housekeeping issues. These findings were verified by staff interviews and acknowledged by the Administrator.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
The Alzheimer's/dementia special care unit environment did not promote resident safety, including worn/exposed fabric on furniture and stained/soiled furniture in the activity room.
Facility failed to maintain a safe, sanitary, and accident-free living environment, including mold/mildew on ceiling registers, walls, and patio furniture; rusty metal shelving and HVAC registers; dirty floors; and stained furniture.
Facility failed to keep the interior and exterior clean and in good repair, including broken/missing cove base tile, peeling flooring near showers in resident rooms, and old furniture beyond repair.
Report Facts
Facility census: 60 Facility census: 14
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorVerified findings related to physical environment and maintenance issues during interviews
AdministratorAcknowledged findings at the exit interview
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Sep 23, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (#23513) with a revisit to verify correction of cited issues.
Findings
All citations from the complaint investigation have been cleared as of the exit date 09/23/20.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation: #23513. Revisit #1. All citations have cleared.
Report Facts
Complaint Investigation Number: 23513
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 74 Deficiencies: 5 Sep 23, 2020
Visit Reason
Annual survey of Brookdale Charleston Gardens assisted living and Alzheimer's care facility conducted from 09/21/20 to 09/23/20 to assess compliance with health and safety, assessment and service plans, medication administration, and transfer/discharge documentation requirements.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that functional needs assessments and service plans were updated annually for residents, medication treatments were administered per physician orders, and transfer/discharge packets included all required documentation. Additionally, housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were observed, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean areas.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class II: 2
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure functional needs assessment and service plans reflected resident's current needs and were updated annually for one of four residents (Resident #12).Class II
Failure to administer medication/treatment per physician order for one resident (Resident #20) regarding nectar thickened liquids.Class I
Failure to prepare a summary to accompany residents during transfer including medical history, functional needs assessment, service plans, physician's orders, advanced directives, allergies, and progress notes in five resident records (#42, #58, #3, #12, #9).
Failure to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including damaged carpet, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and unclean sinks.
Failure to ensure one resident had an annual written, signed, and dated health assessment by a physician or licensed health care professional (Resident #12).Class II
Report Facts
Census: 60 Census: 14 Sample Size: 4 Residents with transfer/discharge documentation issues: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Health and Wellness Coordinator #12Health and Wellness CoordinatorVerified issues with assessment documents and transfer/discharge documentation
Dietary ManagerDietary ManagerUnaware of nectar thickened liquids order for Resident #20
Director of NursingDirector of NursingUnaware of nectar thickened liquids order for Resident #20 and followed up to ensure compliance
Resident Care Coordinator #52Resident Care CoordinatorVerified missing transfer/discharge folders
Operations SupervisorOperations SupervisorConducted tours and observations of facility environment
Treatment CoordinatorTreatment CoordinatorParticipated in facility tour and observations
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 77 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 22, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following a substantiated complaint.
Findings
The complaint investigation was substantiated but no deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation: 24069; substantiated complaint with no citations.
Report Facts
Census: 77
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 May 12, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to the facility identified by Complaint ID# WV00023961.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during this complaint investigation inspection conducted off-site from May 11 to May 12, 2020.
Complaint Details
Complaint ID# WV00023961 was investigated and no deficiencies were cited.
Report Facts
Census: 76
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 9 Deficiencies: 3 Jan 8, 2020
Visit Reason
Complaint investigation regarding failure to promptly notify physician of a significant change in Resident #11's condition after a fall and failure to provide appropriate pain management.
Findings
Resident #11 fell on 10/29/19 and initially showed no signs of pain, but later complained of pain on 10/30/19. The facility failed to promptly notify the physician and did not provide pain medication. Resident #11 was sent to the hospital and diagnosed with a hip fracture. The facility also failed to notify the resident's medical power of attorney about medication changes. Additionally, the facility had housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean areas.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #23513 was substantiated. The complaint involved failure to promptly notify the physician of Resident #11's pain after a fall and failure to provide pain medication. The resident was later diagnosed with a hip fracture.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class II: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to promptly notify the resident's physician of a significant change in condition after a fall and failed to provide pain medication.Class I
Failed to inform resident's medical power of attorney about medication changes.Class II
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including damaged carpet, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and unclean sink.
Report Facts
Facility census: 9 Date of fall: Oct 29, 2019 Sample size: 3 Completion date: Mar 2, 2020
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse #40Licensed Practical NurseDocumented no complaints voiced by Resident #11 at 1:00 AM on 10/30/19
Licensed Practical Nurse #43Licensed Practical NurseDocumented no complaints voiced by Resident #11 at 5:00 AM on 10/30/19
Licensed Practical Nurse #63Licensed Practical NurseNoted Resident #11 was not bearing weight and reported pain at 11:00 AM on 10/30/19
Certified Nurse Practitioner #62Certified Nurse PractitionerInterviewed and stated she was not notified Resident #11 was in pain following the fall
Physical Therapist #65Physical TherapistAssessed Resident #11 for possible injury on 10/30/19 and noted pain
Caregiver #42CaregiverReported Resident #11 was in pain when moved on 10/30/19 and notified Program Manager
Caregiver #45CaregiverReported Resident #11 fell on 10/29/19 and was in pain during the night
Nursing DirectorNursing DirectorInterviewed about notification process for medication changes
Program Manager #21Program ManagerNotified by caregivers about Resident #11's pain and involved in assessment
Licensed Practical Nurse #24Licensed Practical NurseCalled physician to get order for X-ray after Resident #11 complained of pain
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 Jan 8, 2020
Visit Reason
The document is a plan of correction related to a behavioral health survey conducted to address deficiencies in the safety and appropriateness of the environment for adolescent consumers.
Findings
The survey found that the facility did not provide a safe environment due to lack of alarms on outside doors and insufficient awake staff supervision on weekend nights. The plan of correction includes employing staff or alternate sleeping arrangements to provide awake-night supervision during weekend shifts by July 1, 2004.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
The adolescent girls' bedrooms have outside doors without alarms or alert devices, and there is no awake staff on weekend nights to monitor consumers.
An outside door in the TV room does not lock.
Report Facts
Center census: 6 Sample size: 3 Plan implementation date: Jul 1, 2004
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 94 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 17, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey of the facility to assess compliance with regulatory standards.
Findings
The annual survey found no deficiencies at the facility during the inspection period from October 14 to October 17, 2019.
Report Facts
Census: 94
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 94 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 17, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following complaint WV00023331.
Findings
The complaint was substantiated but no citations were issued during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Substantiated complaint with no citations.
Report Facts
Census: 94
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 95 Deficiencies: 1 Sep 30, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on concerns regarding residents on the Memory Care unit not being given the right to make choices regarding utensils used to eat their meals.
Findings
The investigation found that 11 of 12 residents on the Memory Care unit had to eat meat with their hands because they were not provided with appropriate utensils such as knives. Observations and interviews confirmed the lack of butter knives on tables and that residents were served meat whole. The complaint was substantiated with one deficiency.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation conducted on 09/30/19 and 10/02/19. Census at the time was 83 Assisted Living and 12 Memory Care residents. Complaint ID: WW000023218. Complaint was substantiated with one deficiency.
Severity Breakdown
Class III: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Residents on the Memory Care unit were not given the right to make choices regarding utensils used to eat their meals, resulting in 11 of 12 residents having to eat meat with their hands due to lack of appropriate cutlery.Class III
Report Facts
Resident count: 12 Resident count: 83 Resident count: 12
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #22Program Manager of Memory CareInterviewed regarding lack of cutlery for residents
Director of Dietary ServicesInterviewed about utensil availability and dietary orders
Inspection Report Routine Census: 95 Deficiencies: 2 Sep 24, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was a routine environmental survey conducted to assess compliance with health, safety, housekeeping, laundry, and physical facility maintenance regulations.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to improper storage of soiled laundry and inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including dust and debris in the kitchen area and physical damages such as carpet burns and missing bathroom fixtures. Corrective actions and plans of correction were outlined with completion dates.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
The licensee failed to ensure that soiled and clean laundry were stored separately and appropriately, with soiled laundry observed piled on the floor and under bathroom sinks.
The licensee failed to keep the interior and exterior of the facility clean and in good repair, with dust/debris on kitchen ceilings and vents, carpet damage, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sinks.
Report Facts
Facility census: 95 Deficiencies cited: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance ManagerVerified findings related to dust and debris in kitchen area on 09/24/19
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 31, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on Complaint ID WV00021708.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint ID WV00021708 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Census: 98
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 25, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey and annual environmental survey of the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. The report includes information on fire marshal recommendations and health department findings, all indicating no critical issues.
Report Facts
Census: 76 Health Department Noncritical Deficiencies: 5 Health Department Critical Deficiencies: 0 Sprinkler Type: 13
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Derek SescoNamed in relation to the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 13, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey of the facility.
Findings
The annual licensure survey conducted from September 10-13, 2018, found no deficiencies cited at the facility.
Report Facts
Census: 72
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 103 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 24, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on Complaint ID WV00019070 during the visit on October 24-25, 2017.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during this complaint investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint ID WV00019070 was investigated with no deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Census: 103
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 102 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 12, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey of Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the annual licensure survey conducted from October 9-12, 2017.
Report Facts
Census: 102
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 103 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 11, 2017
Visit Reason
The document is an annual licensure survey conducted to assess environmental compliance at the facility.
Findings
The survey found no deficiencies or tags cited during the environmental inspection. No complaints or concerns were noted.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 80 Census: 103
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 101 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 7, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for complaint #WV00018713 from September 5-7, 2017.
Findings
No deficiencies were found during the complaint investigation conducted at the facility.
Complaint Details
Complaint #WV00018713 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Report Facts
Census: 101
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 117 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 6, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on Complaint ID WV00017438.
Findings
No deficiencies were found during the complaint investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint ID WV00017438 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 0
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 93 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 1, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation from November 28 to December 1, 2016, at Brookdale Charleston Gardens, an assisted living and memory care facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were found during the complaint investigation conducted at the facility.
Complaint Details
Complaint Number: WV00016711; Event ID: HIJ111; Number of Deficiencies: None
Report Facts
Census: 93
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 79 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 20, 2016
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey of the facility to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The annual licensure survey conducted from October 17-20, 2016 found no deficiencies in the facility.
Report Facts
Census: 79 Number of Deficiencies: 0
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 82 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 27, 2016
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey focusing on environmental conditions at the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the annual licensure survey conducted on September 27, 2016.
Report Facts
Census: 82
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 64 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 19, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for Complaint #WV00014766 from November 16-18, 2015.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens, with a census of 64 residents including assisted living and memory care units. No specific findings or deficiencies are detailed in the provided text.
Complaint Details
Complaint #WV00014766 was investigated during the visit from November 16-18, 2015. No substantiation status or detailed complaint outcomes are provided.
Report Facts
Census: 64
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 80 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 14, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements for Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during this annual licensure survey, and no technical assistance was provided.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 0 Census: 80
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 91 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 10, 2015
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey of Brookdale Charleston Gardens, including both assisted living residents and Alzheimer's unit residents.
Findings
The annual licensure survey conducted from September 8 to September 10, 2015, found no deficiencies in the facility.
Report Facts
Census: 91
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 84 Deficiencies: 1 Mar 2, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation from March 2 to March 9, 2015, focusing on staff training and care standards related to a specific resident's needs.
Findings
The registered nurse failed to provide or recommend appropriate training for staff regarding the use of a knee immobilizer and weight-bearing restrictions for one resident. The facility acknowledged the deficiency and outlined a plan of correction including re-training and audits.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation for failure to provide appropriate staff training related to resident #21's special care needs. The deficiency was substantiated based on record review and interviews.
Severity Breakdown
CLASS II: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Registered nurse failed to provide needed training or recommend appropriate training for staff regarding changes in a resident's condition, specifically use of a knee immobilizer and weight bearing restrictions.CLASS II
Report Facts
Census: 84 Sample Size: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse (RN)Named in the finding for failure to provide needed training
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 84 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 2, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation from March 2 to March 9, 2015, followed by a complaint follow-up on April 14, 2015.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation and a subsequent follow-up visit related to Brookdale Charleston Gardens, with census counts noted during each visit. Specific findings or deficiencies are not detailed in the provided text.
Complaint Details
Complaint #: WV00013097 investigated from March 2-9, 2015, with a follow-up on April 14, 2015.
Report Facts
Census: 84 Census: 68 Census: 14
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 59 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 9, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ) on February 9-10, 2015.
Findings
The report does not provide detailed findings or deficiencies related to the complaint investigation; the summary section is blank.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation WV00012998 conducted on February 9-10, 2015 with a census of 59 residents.
Report Facts
Census: 59
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 67 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 3, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an Annual Licensure Survey and a Survey Follow-Up to assess compliance with licensure requirements.
Findings
The report documents the annual licensure survey and a follow-up survey with a census of 67 residents. Specific deficiencies or findings are not detailed in the provided text.
Report Facts
Census: 67
Inspection Report Census: 6 Deficiencies: 2 Nov 12, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a behavioral health survey to assess the safety and appropriateness of the environment for adolescent consumers.
Findings
The survey found that the facility did not implement programs in a safe and appropriate environment, noting that some outside doors lacked alarms or locks and that staff were not awake on weekend nights to monitor consumers.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
The adolescent girls' bedrooms downstairs have outside doors without alarms or alert devices, and staff are not awake on weekend nights to monitor consumers.
An outside door in the TV room does not lock.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 3
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 72 Deficiencies: 2 Oct 2, 2014
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted from September 29 to October 2, 2014, to assess compliance with health care standards and nursing care requirements at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The facility failed to ensure prescriptions were properly documented for medication administration for six residents, and the registered nurse did not consistently document weekly progress notes for seven residents with nursing care needs. Additionally, housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were noted in a behavioral health survey from 2004, including unsafe environment and inadequate housekeeping.
Severity Breakdown
CLASS I: 1 CLASS II: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure a prescription, written or verbal order from a professional authorized by state law to prescribe medications for altering and discontinuing medications for six residents.CLASS I
Failure to ensure the registered nurse sees residents with nursing care needs weekly and documents a progress note reflecting the status of the resident and any changes for seven residents.CLASS II
Report Facts
Census: 72 Missed medication doses: 14 Missed medication doses: 9 Missed medication doses: 8 Days past required documentation timeframe: 21
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorInterviewed and acknowledged ongoing medication problems and lack of explanation for noncompliance with nursing documentation requirements
Registered Nurse (RN)Failed to ensure prescriptions and weekly progress notes were properly documented for multiple residents
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 99 Deficiencies: 2 Sep 10, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an Annual Licensure Survey to assess compliance with health, safety, and physical facility regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining cleanliness and good repair of the interior and exterior, including the kitchen dry goods storage area and smoking areas. Electrical panel boxes were found unlocked but were secured prior to exit. Soiled laundry was not stored in appropriate containers. The facility provided plans of correction for these deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
CLASS II: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
The licensee did not keep the interior and exterior clean in the kitchen dry goods storage area and outside smoking areas; electrical panel boxes were not in good repair.
Soiled laundry was stored in perforated containers without liners, not in non-absorbent, easily cleanable covered containers or disposable plastic bags.CLASS II
Report Facts
Census: 87 Census: 12 Electrical panel boxes unlocked: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed regarding smoking policy, electrical panel locks, and laundry storage; responsible for corrective actions
Dining Services DirectorMonitors kitchen dry goods storage area cleanliness and compliance
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Deficiencies: 0 Aug 13, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation with no detailed findings or deficiencies explicitly stated in the provided page.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation identified by tag E 004 with census 71 on August 13, 2014. No substantiation status or detailed complaint findings provided.
Report Facts
Census: 71
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 0 May 12, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for Brookdale Charleston Gardens, including a follow-up visit to verify correction of previous deficiencies.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation and a follow-up visit with census counts of 90 and 88 respectively, covering assisted living and memory care units. Specific deficiencies or findings are not detailed in the provided text.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00011268 conducted May 12-13, 2014 with a follow-up on June 26, 2014.
Report Facts
Census: 90 Census: 88 Resident distribution: 76 Resident distribution: 14
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 3 May 12, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding failure to monitor and document a resident's condition following illness, failure to notify the resident's next of kin of significant changes in condition, and failure to maintain the facility in good repair.
Findings
The facility failed to monitor and document a resident's condition every eight hours for 24 hours following illness, failed to notify the resident's next of kin of significant condition changes in a timely manner, and failed to keep the interior of the facility clean and in good repair, including worn and dirty carpets in three resident rooms.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00011268 conducted May 12-13, 2014, with census of 90 (76 assisted living + 14 memory care unit). The complaint involved failure to monitor resident condition post-illness, failure to notify next of kin timely, and facility maintenance issues.
Severity Breakdown
CLASS I: 1 CLASS II: 2
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to monitor and document resident's condition every eight hours for 24 hours following illness.CLASS II
Failure to promptly notify resident's physician and next of kin of significant change in resident's condition.CLASS I
Failure to keep the interior of the facility clean and in good repair, including worn and dirty carpets in resident rooms.CLASS II
Report Facts
Census: 90 Resident sample size: 1 Dates of survey: May 12, 2014 Carpet replacement deadline: Sep 30, 2004
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse/Acting Resident Care Director (ARCD)Interviewed regarding monitoring and notification failures
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Documented resident condition and communications with physician
AdministratorInterviewed regarding notification failures and facility maintenance
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 81 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 30, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The report summary does not provide detailed findings or deficiencies related to the complaint investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation WV00011091 conducted April 28-30, 2014 with census 81.
Report Facts
Census: 81
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 83 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 12, 2013
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up survey conducted to verify corrections after the annual licensure survey conducted in September 2013.
Findings
The report summarizes findings from the annual licensure survey and the follow-up visit, including census data for assisted living and memory care units. Specific deficiencies or corrective actions are not detailed in the provided text.
Report Facts
Census: 82 Census: 11 Census: 71 Census: 12 Census: 85
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 82 Deficiencies: 3 Nov 12, 2013
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an Annual Licensure Survey for Brookdale Charleston Gardens, including Assisted Living and Memory Care units, to assess compliance with health care standards and facility regulations.
Findings
The survey identified multiple deficiencies including inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, unsafe environmental conditions, and significant medication administration and documentation failures affecting multiple residents. The facility failed to ensure medications and treatments were administered according to physician orders, with numerous instances of missing or incomplete documentation and unavailable medications.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
The Center did not implement programs in an environment that is safe and appropriate for the needs of the consumers, including lack of alarms on outside doors and inadequate weekend night supervision.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including personal belongings left behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn furniture, missing bathroom fixtures, and dirty sinks.
Failure to ensure medications and treatments were administered according to physician orders for multiple residents, with numerous instances of missing or incomplete documentation and medications not available.Class I
Report Facts
Census: 82 Memory Care Census: 11 Instances of missing or incomplete medication documentation: 382 Instances of missing or incomplete medication documentation: 79 Doses of medications not documented as administered: 71 Number of residents with medication administration issues: 9 Number of residents with medication administration issues: 10 Number of doses missed for Resident #67: 20
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 84 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 29, 2013
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey and a follow-up survey to verify correction of previous deficiencies.
Findings
The annual licensure survey and follow-up found that all previously identified deficiencies were corrected. The census at the time of inspection was 84 residents.
Report Facts
Census: 84
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterNamed in relation to the follow-up survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 93 Deficiencies: 6 Sep 5, 2013
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted from September 3-5, 2013, to assess compliance with health facility regulations including medication administration, resident rights, dietary services, and housekeeping.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to report major incidents timely, inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, medication administration errors with 79 missed doses and 71 undocumented doses, failure to evaluate residents' capability to self-administer medications, and failure to monitor and report significant weight changes in residents.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class II: 1 Class III: 2
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report major incidents to the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification as soon as possible and no later than the next business day for three incidents including theft and elopements.Class III
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including presence of personal belongings behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn furniture, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sinks.
Failure to take prompt action to resolve resident complaints and respond in writing within four days for two complaints regarding missing jewelry and money.Class III
Failure to administer medications according to physician orders for 10 of 13 residents, including 79 missed doses and 71 undocumented doses, with multiple medications unavailable or not administered.Class I
Failure to determine and document residents' capability to self-administer medications for 3 residents.Class II
Failure to weigh residents monthly and report unplanned weight gain or loss of 5 pounds or more to the physician for 9 of 14 residents, and missing monthly weights for 2 residents.
Report Facts
Residents census: 82 Residents census: 11 Missed medication doses: 79 Undocumented medication doses: 71 Weight change threshold: 5 Residents with unreported weight changes: 9 Residents missing monthly weights: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cynthia L. SidersSurveyorConducted the inspection and authored the report
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 84 Deficiencies: 8 Aug 20, 2013
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess environmental and physical facility compliance at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including unsafe oxygen cylinder storage, use of extension cords, food spills in refrigerators and microwaves, soiled laundry storage, unlocked hazardous chemical storage, and hot water temperatures exceeding acceptable limits. Corrective actions and monitoring plans were established with completion dates mostly set for October 15, 2013.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class II: 2
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Oxygen cylinders were found free standing and stored in excess in resident rooms without appropriate racks.
Extension cords and outlet expanders were observed in use in resident rooms and offices.
Food spills and splatter were observed in refrigerators and microwaves throughout the facility.
Range and oven in the activities room were soiled with baked on food.
Electrical room on the second floor was found unlocked.
Hot water temperatures in resident use areas exceeded the acceptable range of 105°F to 115°F.Class II
Soiled laundry was stored improperly in open containers without liners and lids.Class II
Cleaning chemicals were found in unlocked cabinets and storage areas; cleaning tools were improperly stored.Class I
Report Facts
Census: 84 Water temperature: 118.7 Water temperature: 117 Water temperature: 119.4
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 4 Mar 13, 2013
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation to assess staffing adequacy, housekeeping, maintenance, and physical environment safety at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain adequate staffing levels on multiple days, with discrepancies between scheduled and actual staff hours. Housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were observed, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unsanitary kitchen conditions. The facility also failed to maintain accurate staffing records reflecting actual employees on duty.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by concerns about staffing adequacy and facility conditions. The investigation found substantiated staffing shortages and housekeeping deficiencies.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Failed to ensure adequate staffing on the memory care unit for eleven residents, with multiple discrepancies between scheduled and actual staff hours.
Failed to maintain staffing records accurately reflecting employees on duty and hours worked for 23 of 41 days reviewed.
Failed to provide adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including damaged carpet, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, dirty sink, and miscellaneous personal belongings left out.
Failed to maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen environment, with accumulated food residue, uncovered and overflowing trash bin near food prep area, and grease/dust on ceiling vent.
Report Facts
Resident census: 90 Staffing discrepancies days: 9 Staffing records inaccurate days: 23 Residents with two or more care needs: 50 Minimum staffing levels required: 5 Minimum staffing levels required: 4 Minimum staffing levels required: 3 Staffing hours required per resident: 2.25 Memory care residents: 11 Plan completion date: 2013
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
MSBusiness Office DirectorProvided staffing rosters and confirmed staffing shortages
FHMemory Care DirectorInterviewed regarding staffing shortages and staff turnover
LMResident Care DirectorInterviewed regarding hiring plan and staff retention efforts
MWDirector of Dietary ServicesInterviewed regarding staffing shortages in dietary department
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 6 Mar 13, 2013
Visit Reason
Complaint investigation and follow-up visit conducted due to concerns about staffing levels, housekeeping, maintenance, and safety in the assisted living and memory care units.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain adequate staffing levels to meet resident care needs, maintain accurate staffing records, and provide a safe, sanitary, and well-maintained environment. Deficiencies were noted in housekeeping, maintenance, kitchen sanitation, and staff scheduling accuracy. Multiple residents and staff reported concerns about delayed care, insufficient staff, and poor food quality.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation triggered by allegations of inadequate staffing, poor housekeeping, maintenance issues, and unsafe environment. Substantiated based on observations, interviews, and record reviews.
Deficiencies (6)
Description
Failed to maintain minimum staffing levels on memory care and assisted living units, resulting in inadequate resident care.
Staffing records did not accurately reflect actual employees on duty or hours worked for multiple days.
Failed to maintain a safe, sanitary, and accident-free environment; kitchen had accumulated food residue, grease, dust, uncovered trash, and unsanitary conditions.
Kitchen cleaning schedules were incomplete or not properly documented; daily sanitation audits showed multiple failures without corrective actions.
Kitchen equipment such as ovens and steam tables were not functioning properly, impacting food safety and quality.
Housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, dirty sinks, and personal belongings improperly stored.
Report Facts
Resident census: 90 Memory care census: 11 Assisted living census: 78 Staffing discrepancies: 23 Residents with 2+ care needs: 45 Days with incomplete kitchen sanitation audits: 11 Residents missing scheduled showers: 22
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
MSBusiness Office DirectorProvided staffing rosters and confirmed staffing shortages
FHMemory Care DirectorDiscussed staffing challenges and hiring plans
DPAdministratorResponsible for facility oversight and communication with licensing agency
MWDietary ManagerReported kitchen staffing shortages and sanitation issues
LMResident Care DirectorProvided input on staffing and kitchen audits
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 13, 2013
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ) on March 13-14, 2013.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation followed by two complaint follow-up visits. Deficiencies identified during the investigation were corrected by the final follow-up on May 30, 2013, and technical assistance was provided.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation initiated on March 13-14, 2013 with a census of 90. Follow-up visits occurred April 18-23, 2013 (census 90 total: 78 Assisted Living, 12 Memory Care) and May 30, 2013 (census 95 total: 82 Assisted Living, 13 Memory Care). Deficiencies were corrected and technical assistance was given.
Report Facts
Census: 90 Census: 78 Census: 12 Census: 82 Census: 13
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 79 Deficiencies: 3 Jan 2, 2013
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey and a follow-up survey to assess compliance with health care standards and medication administration practices.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure medications were administered according to physician orders, maintain proper medication administration records including signatures, and provide adequate housekeeping and maintenance. Numerous missed medication doses were documented with no reasons, and some medications were administered without physician orders. The physical environment had maintenance issues such as damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and cleanliness concerns.
Severity Breakdown
CLASS I: 2
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure medications were administered according to physician orders, including missed doses and medications given without orders.CLASS I
Failure to maintain a record of all medications administered, including printed names, initials, and signatures of administering staff.CLASS I
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including damaged carpet, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sinks.
Report Facts
Census: 79 Missed medication doses: 114 Missed medication doses: 24 Missed medication doses: 48 Missed medication doses: 32 Missed medication doses: 15 Missed medication doses: 10 Missed medication doses: 11 Missed medication doses: 9 Missed medication doses: 8 Missed medication doses: 6 Missed medication doses: 4 Missed medication doses: 3 Missed medication doses: 2 Missed medication doses: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Beverly RandolphHFNS ISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Michelle ReddHFNS ISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Tammy CormierHFS ISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Betty MarineLSW, HFS IISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Bev RandolphRN, HFNS ISurveyor during the follow-up survey
KGLicensed Practical NurseObserved preparing medications and leaving them unattended
Executive DirectorResponsible for reeducating nurses on medication administration and ordering policies
FHDirector of Memory Care UnitInterviewed regarding missing master signature sheet
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 77 Deficiencies: 13 Oct 25, 2012
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted to assess compliance with state and federal regulations for assisted living residence.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including HIPAA compliance, employee training, resident privacy, medication administration, record security, dietary services, and physical maintenance. Several residents' medication orders were not properly documented or administered, resident records were unsecured, and housekeeping and maintenance were inadequate.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 5 Class II: 5 Class III: 3
Deficiencies (13)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure staff comply with HIPAA rules; resident personal information was obtained in presence of others.Class II
Failure to provide and maintain training records for new employees within 15 days of employment.Class II
Failure to ensure privacy and confidentiality of medical treatment records; medication/nurse's station left unattended and unlocked.Class II
Failure to send complete documentation with residents transferred out of the facility.Class II
Failure to store resident records in a secured area; medication/nurse's station left unattended and unlocked.Class III
Failure to obtain physician's orders for medications administered and failure to administer medications according to orders; multiple missed doses documented.Class I
Failure to determine and document resident capability for self-administration of medications; residents self-administered without physician orders.Class II
Failure to maintain a record of printed name, initials, and signature of individuals administering medications.Class I
Failure to keep medications stored in locked areas accessible only to responsible staff; medication room left unlocked with medications and supplies accessible.Class I
Failure to provide meals in compliance with current recommended dietary allowances; residents complained about meal quality.Class II
Failure to prepare therapeutic or modified diets as ordered by physician according to written instructions; residents served prohibited foods.Class I
Failure to notify physician of unplanned weight loss or gain of five pounds or more for residents.Class III
Failure to provide adequate maintenance and housekeeping to maintain a safe, sanitary, and accident-free environment; offensive odors in memory care unit.Class I
Report Facts
Census: 77 Missed medication doses: 114 Missed medication doses: 32 Missed medication doses: 15 Missed medication doses: 11 Missed medication doses: 10 Missed medication doses: 9 Missed medication doses: 8 Missed medication doses: 4 Missed medication doses: 4 Missed medication doses: 3 Weight gain: 10 Weight gain: 12 Weight loss: 10 Weight loss: 10 Weight loss: 16 Weight loss: 6
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
GSLicensed Practical NurseObserved questioning resident #78 in presence of others; medication pass observation
Beverly RandolphSurveyorConducted annual licensure survey
Michelle ReddHFNS I SurveyorConducted annual licensure survey
Tammy CormierHFS I SurveyorConducted annual licensure survey
Betty MarineLSW, HFS II SurveyorConducted annual licensure survey
DPAdministratorInterviewed regarding training documentation and resident record privacy
FHDirector of Memory Care UnitInterviewed regarding medication administration record signatures
MWDietary SupervisorProvided dietary restriction information and training plans
TSRegistered NurseInterviewed regarding resident self-administration of medications
ERLicensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding resident self-administration of medications
KGLicensed Practical NurseObserved medication pass
TGLicensed Practical NurseDocumentation alteration regarding resident #19 medication self-administration
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 77 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 22, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey of the assisted living facility to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The report documents the annual licensure survey conducted from October 22-25, 2012, with a census of 77 residents. A follow-up survey was conducted on February 13, 2013, with a census of 79, during which deficiencies were corrected and technical assistance was provided.
Report Facts
Census: 77 Census: 79
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Beverly RandolphRN, HFNS ISurveyor during annual licensure survey and follow-up
Michelle ReddHFNS ISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Tammy CormierHFS ISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Betty MarineLSW, HFS IISurveyor during annual licensure survey and follow-up
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 19, 2012
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess compliance with state regulations for the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the survey, and technical assistance was provided to the facility.
Report Facts
Census: 76
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorConducted the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 75 Deficiencies: 3 Aug 9, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding staffing adequacy and medication administration in the assisted living facility, specifically focusing on the Alzheimer's Unit and Memory Loss Unit.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure sufficient qualified staff to administer medications, with only one LPN on the night shift despite 119 medications to be administered. Medication times were changed to early morning, which was inconvenient for residents and violated their rights to make choices about their daily activities. Additionally, housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were noted, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean areas.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation WV00007236 was partially substantiated. Deficiencies cited related to staffing and medication administration in the assisted living facility's Memory Loss Unit.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class III: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Insufficient number of qualified staff to administer medications on the night shift.Class I
Medication administration times changed to early morning, violating residents' rights to make choices about when to arise.Class III
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including damaged carpet, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and unclean sink.
Report Facts
Medications to be administered on night shift: 119 Census: 75 Memory Loss Unit residents: 12
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 75 Deficiencies: 1 Aug 6, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for an assisted living facility with a memory loss unit.
Findings
The investigation was partially substantiated with deficiencies cited. A follow-up survey was conducted on October 17, 2012, confirming that deficiencies were corrected.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation was partially substantiated with deficiencies cited and technical assistance given.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiencies cited during the complaint investigation
Report Facts
Census: 75 Census: 76
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Betty MarineLSW, HFS IISurveyor for complaint investigation and follow-up survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 78 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 6, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on three allegations received.
Findings
The investigation found one allegation substantiated but with no deficiencies cited. Technical assistance was provided during the visit.
Complaint Details
Three allegations were investigated: one was unsubstantiated, and two were substantiated with no deficiencies.
Report Facts
Allegations: 3 Census: 78
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Pam MartinRN, HFNSIISurveyor conducting the complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 82 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 30, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation identified by complaint number WV00006889.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint investigation, and technical assistance was provided.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #WV00006889 conducted on January 30, 2012, with no deficiencies cited and technical assistance given.
Report Facts
Census: 82
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Pam MartinHFNSIISurveyor conducting the complaint investigation
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 81 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 3, 2012
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up survey to verify correction of deficiencies identified during the annual licensure survey conducted from October 31 to November 3, 2011.
Findings
The follow-up survey found that the previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Report Facts
Census: 79 Census: 81
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Donna WilliamsonHFNSIISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Pam MartinRN, HFNSIISurveyor during the follow-up survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 81 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 20, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ) on December 20-21, 2011.
Findings
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited during the survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #WV00006843 was unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Census: 81
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Pam MartinRN, HFNS IISurveyor conducting the complaint investigation
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 79 Deficiencies: 2 Nov 3, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey from October 31 to November 3, 2011, to assess compliance with health care standards and regulatory requirements for the assisted living facility.
Findings
The survey identified deficiencies related to incomplete transfer documentation for residents discharged or transferred, and inadequate monitoring and documentation of residents' conditions following accidents or illness onset. The facility failed to ensure required information accompanied transferred residents and did not consistently monitor residents every eight hours for 24 hours after incidents as required.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure all required information is sent when a resident is transferred or discharged from the facility for three of four applicable residents.Class II
Failure to monitor and document the resident's condition at least every eight hours for 24 hours following an accident or onset of illness for three of four applicable residents.Class II
Report Facts
Census: 79 Residents with incomplete transfer documentation: 3 Residents with inadequate monitoring: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor conducting the inspection
Donna WilliamsonHFNSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor conducting the inspection
MMInterim Resident Care DirectorInterviewed regarding transfer discharge form completion
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 80 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 26, 2011
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess compliance with health and safety regulations and physical facility standards.
Findings
The inspection found unsafe hot water temperatures exceeding 115 degrees Fahrenheit in multiple resident rooms and public restrooms, posing an immediate and serious threat. The facility failed to maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors, and the public.
Severity Breakdown
CLASS I: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Hot water temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit in resident rooms and public restrooms.CLASS I
Report Facts
Census: 80 Hot water temperature: 122 Hot water temperature: 122 Hot water temperature: 127 Hot water temperature: 124 Hot water temperature: 124 Hot water temperature: 122
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorConducted the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 80 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 26, 2011
Visit Reason
The document reports on the annual licensure survey conducted at Brookdale Charleston Gardens to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The survey included a follow-up visit where previously cited deficiencies were corrected. The overall findings indicate compliance as of the follow-up date.
Report Facts
Census: 80 Census: 81
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorConducted both the annual licensure survey and the follow-up survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 77 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 23, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation from August 9-16, 2011, followed by a complaint follow-up visit on September 23, 2011.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation and a subsequent follow-up visit at Brookdale Charleston Gardens, an assisted living and memory care facility. Specific deficiencies or findings are not detailed in the provided text.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation conducted August 9-16, 2011, with a follow-up visit on September 23, 2011. Census during investigation was 74 assisted living and 14 memory care residents; census at follow-up was 77.
Report Facts
Census: 74 Census: 14 Census: 77
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during complaint investigation
Donna WilliamsonHFNSIISurveyor during complaint investigation
Sharon KirkRN, Program ManagerSurveyor during complaint follow-up
Bev RandolphRN, HFNSISurveyor during complaint follow-up
Pam MartinRN, HFNSIISurveyor during complaint follow-up
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 74 Deficiencies: 2 Aug 16, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding insufficient staffing levels and inadequate resident care at the assisted living facility.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain adequate staffing levels to meet residents' care needs, with documented days of understaffing. Multiple complaints from residents and families indicated issues such as staff not responding to call bells, refusal to assist with showers, and poor housekeeping. The facility also failed to properly document investigations of complaints.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation covered the period January 1 through August 9, 2011, with 18 complaints received, 3 related to resident care and staffing. Complaints included staff not responding to call bells, refusal to assist with showers, and poor care practices. Documentation of complaint investigations was lacking.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Failure to ensure sufficient number of qualified employees on duty to provide required care and services.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sinks.
Report Facts
Census: 74 Memory Care Census: 14 Residents with 2 or more care needs: 40 Staffing levels below required minimum: 6 Staffing levels required: 5 Staffing levels required: 4 Staffing levels required: 3.5
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 74 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 19, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated and technical assistance was provided by the surveyors.
Complaint Details
Unsubstantiated complaint investigation with technical assistance given.
Report Facts
Census: 74
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Betty MarineLSW HFSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 7, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ) on June 7-8, 2011.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint investigation. Only technical assistance was provided.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00006439 conducted June 7-8, 2011 with no deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Census: 90
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting the complaint investigation.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 96 Deficiencies: 2 Mar 23, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an Annual Licensure Survey for Brookdale Charleston Gardens, including assisted living and Alzheimer's units.
Findings
The survey identified deficiencies related to safety and environmental conditions, including inadequate supervision during weekend nights and maintenance issues such as damaged carpets and missing bathroom fixtures. Corrective actions and plans for repairs were documented.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
The adolescent girls' bedrooms had outside doors without alarms or alert devices, and staff were not awake on weekend nights to monitor safety.
The residence had housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies including personal belongings left behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair upholstery, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sinks.
Report Facts
Census: 83 Census: 13 Census: 96 Census: 95 Census: 89
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor and signer of deficiency correction and technical assistance
Ernie ChafinHFNSIISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during annual licensure survey and follow-up survey
Donna WilliamsonHFNSIISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 89 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 21, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ) from March 21-23, 2011.
Findings
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated as stated in the report.
Report Facts
Census: 89
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DoddrillHFSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor in the complaint investigation
Kathy BeauchampHFNSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor in the complaint investigation
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 95 Deficiencies: 4 Jan 12, 2011
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey and follow-up visits were conducted to assess compliance with health care standards and medication administration protocols.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in medication administration documentation and availability, with multiple residents' medication administration records (MARs) showing unexplained blanks, circled medications without explanation, and medications not administered as ordered. Additionally, housekeeping and maintenance issues were noted in a behavioral health unit, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean conditions.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Numerous unexplained blanks and circled medications without explanation in medication administration records for multiple residents.
Medications not administered as ordered due to unavailability or documentation failures.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance in the adolescent behavioral health residence, including damaged carpet, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and unclean sinks.
Lack of awake night supervision on weekends and unsecured outside doors in adolescent residence.
Report Facts
Census: 95 Medication administration records reviewed: 30 Medication administration records reviewed: 20 Medication administration records reviewed: 96 Blank spaces in MAR: 32 Blank spaces in MAR: 21 Blank spaces in MAR: 18 Blank spaces in MAR: 17 Blank spaces in MAR: 22 Blank spaces in MAR: 8 Blank spaces in MAR: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampHFNSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Ernie ChafinHFNSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting annual licensure survey
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting annual licensure survey
Donna WilliamsonHFNSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting annual licensure survey
MMActing Resident Care DirectorAcknowledged medication ordering and delivery problems
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 83 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 23, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for the facility Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ) on November 23-24, 2010.
Findings
The complaint investigation found no deficiencies and the complaint was substantiated as not valid.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00006020 conducted by Surveyor Ernie Chafin, HFNS II. Substantiated - No Deficiencies.
Report Facts
Census: 83
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ernie ChafinHFNS IISurveyor conducting the complaint investigation
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 96 Deficiencies: 3 Nov 2, 2010
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey and follow-up inspection conducted to assess compliance with health care standards and medication administration practices.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in medication administration documentation and availability, housekeeping and maintenance issues, and failure to update service plans for residents with significant condition changes. Multiple residents had unexplained blanks or circled medications on their MARs, and some medications were unavailable. Housekeeping deficiencies included damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean areas. Service plans were not updated to reflect significant changes in resident conditions.
Severity Breakdown
CLASS I: 2
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure medications were administered and documented according to physician orders, with numerous unexplained blanks and circled medications on MARs.CLASS I
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including damaged carpet, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and unclean sinks.
Failure to update resident service plans to reflect significant changes in condition, including behavioral issues and wound care.CLASS I
Report Facts
Census: 96 Residents with medication discrepancies: 8 Residents with medication discrepancies: 11 Medication administration blanks or circled: 22 Medication administration blanks: 8 Medication administration blanks: 32 Medication administration blanks: 21 Medication administration blanks: 32 Medication administration blanks: 18 Medication administration blanks: 17 Medication administration blanks: 5 Medication administration blanks: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampHFNSII SurveyorNamed as surveyor for annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Ernie ChafinHFNSII SurveyorNamed as surveyor for annual licensure survey
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorNamed as surveyor for annual licensure survey
Donna WilliamsonHFNSII SurveyorNamed as surveyor for annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 87 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 27, 2010
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey of the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were found during the survey. Technical assistance was provided regarding carpet installation, parking area repaving, and roof leak repair.
Report Facts
Census: 87
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorConducted the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 96 Deficiencies: 7 Sep 1, 2010
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted from August 30 to September 1, 2010, to assess compliance with health and safety, staffing, resident rights, medication administration, and nursing care standards at Brookdale Charleston Gardens Assisted Living/Alzheimer's facility.
Findings
The survey identified multiple deficiencies including inadequate CPR certification among nursing staff, failure to respond in writing to resident complaints, housekeeping and maintenance issues, medication administration errors with unexplained blanks and circled medications on MARs, insufficient monitoring and documentation of residents' conditions post-accident or illness, incomplete or outdated service plans, and failure to ensure weekly RN visits with appropriate documentation.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 2 Class II: 2 Class III: 1
Deficiencies (7)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure at least one employee on duty at all times with current CPR certification.Class I
Failure to respond in writing to resident complaints within four days.Class III
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including damaged carpet, missing towel bars, and unclean sinks.
Medication administration records contained numerous unexplained blanks and circled medications without explanations, and medications were unavailable for administration as ordered.Class I
Failure to monitor and document residents' conditions at least every 8 hours following accidents or illness, or every 4 hours for residents with dementia.Class II
Failure to develop and update nursing service plans within seven days of admission or significant change in condition.Class I
Failure to ensure weekly RN visits and documentation reflecting resident status and changes in condition.Class II
Report Facts
Census: 83 Census: 13 Number of LPNs without current CPR: 8 Number of residents with medication administration discrepancies: 11 Number of written resident complaints lacking written response: 6 Number of blank spaces on MARs: 32 Number of blank spaces on MARs: 21
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
BJLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
SMLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
KRLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
TBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
FHMemory Care Director/LPNNamed in CPR certification deficiency
JKLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
SBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
SWLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
DPExecutive DirectorNamed in complaint response deficiency
MSBusiness Office DirectorInterviewed regarding CPR certification
RCDResident Care DirectorNamed in complaint response and medication administration deficiencies
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jun 18, 2010
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to investigate a complaint filed against the facility.
Findings
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated as the complainant had already settled with the facility prior to the investigation. No directed plan of correction was required.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #WV00005749 was unsubstantiated; the complainant settled with the facility the day before the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification arrived to investigate.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Pam MartinHFNS IISurveyor during complaint investigation
Sharon KirkProgram ManagerSurveyor during complaint investigation
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 92 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 13, 2010
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up survey to verify correction of deficiencies identified during the annual licensure survey conducted in September 2009.
Findings
The follow-up survey found that deficiencies identified in the prior survey were corrected, and technical assistance was provided. The census at the time of the follow-up was 92 residents.
Report Facts
Census: 92 Census: 87 Census: 81
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor during annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Donna WilliamsonHFNSIISurveyor during annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Deb DodrillLSW, HFS IISurveyor during follow-up survey
Donna WilliamsonRN, HFNS IISurveyor during follow-up survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 87 Deficiencies: 5 Nov 24, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess compliance with health care standards, medication administration, service plan completion, housekeeping, maintenance, and dietary services.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in timely completion and accessibility of resident service plans, proper medication orders and administration (including insulin management), and adequate housekeeping and maintenance. Monthly resident weights were not consistently obtained or reported. Several deficiencies were repeated from prior surveys.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 2 Class II: 1 Class III: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure service plans are completed within seven days, contain required information, and are accessible to staff.Class II
Failure to provide written or verbal physician orders for medications for six of twelve residents.Class I
Inconsistent and improper documentation and administration of sliding scale insulin for multiple residents.Class I
Failure to obtain monthly resident weights and report unplanned weight loss or gain of five pounds or more for all residents.Class III
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sink.
Report Facts
Census: 87 Residents with medication order deficiencies: 6 Residents with insulin administration issues: 3 Residents with service plan deficiencies: 4 Residents with weight monitoring deficiencies: 58 Repeated deficiencies: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampHFNSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting the annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting the annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Donna WilliamsonHFNSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting the annual licensure and follow-up surveys
JMStaff member interviewed regarding medication availability for resident #2
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 81 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 23, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for complaint #WV00005352 on November 23-24, 2009.
Findings
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were found during the survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint #WV00005352 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies identified.
Report Facts
Census: 81
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deb DodrillSurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Kathy BeauchampSurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Donna WilliamsonSurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 71 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 1, 2009
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess the environment of the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the inspection. Only technical assistance was provided.
Report Facts
Census: 71
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterNamed in relation to the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 87 Deficiencies: 12 Sep 24, 2009
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted from September 21-24, 2009 to assess compliance with state regulations for Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including staffing levels and records, employee orientation and training, personnel records, transfer documentation, health assessments, service plans, medication orders and administration, dietary services, weight monitoring, and physical facility safety. Several deficiencies were repeat findings from prior surveys.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 4 Class II: 6 Class III: 3
Deficiencies (12)
DescriptionSeverity
Staffing levels for direct care staff were not maintained at required levels based on resident care needs.Class I
Staffing records did not accurately reflect actual employees on duty at all times.Class III
New employees were not provided training on all required topics within fifteen days of hire.Class II
Annual in-service training was not provided or documented for all staff on required topics.Class II
Personnel records were incomplete or missing required documentation for multiple employees.Class III
Required transfer or discharge summaries including medical history and physician orders were not consistently sent with residents.Class II
Resident health assessments and tuberculosis screenings were incomplete or missing signatures.Class II
Service plans were not completed timely, not accessible to all staff, and did not reflect current resident needs.Class II
Medications lacked proper physician orders or documentation; insulin administration records were inconsistent and unsafe.Class I
Therapeutic or modified diets were not consistently provided as ordered by physicians.Class I
Monthly resident weights were not obtained or documented; significant weight changes were not reported to physicians.Class III
Toxic substances were stored in unlocked areas accessible to residents with dementia.Class I
Report Facts
Residents with two or more care needs: 38 Days with insufficient direct care staff: 12 Residents on therapeutic or special diets: 31 Residents reviewed for service plans: 7 Residents reviewed for health assessments: 6 Residents reviewed for medication orders: 12 Residents reviewed for weekly nurse notes: 4 Residents with missing monthly weights: 58 Residents on special diets with discrepancies: 13 Residents on pureed diet served incorrect food consistency: 3 Residents with dementia: 12
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
KTMentioned in relation to missing training documentation and nurse aide abuse registry check
CSMentioned in relation to missing training documentation and nurse aide abuse registry check
JCMentioned in relation to missing training documentation and personnel records
DPMentioned in relation to missing training documentation, personnel records, and TB screening
ASMentioned in relation to missing annual in-service training
DMMentioned in relation to missing annual in-service training
FHMentioned in relation to missing annual in-service training and nursing license verification
JMMentioned in relation to medication availability and family notification
EDExecutive DirectorResponsible for monitoring staffing schedules, audits, and education
RCDResident Care DirectorResponsible for staffing schedule review, audits, and monitoring compliance
BODBoard of DirectorsResponsible for auditing staff files and education
Maintenance DirectorResponsible for chemical safety education and facility tours
Nursing DirectorResponsible for education, audits, and monitoring nursing documentation
Supervising Registered NurseMentioned in relation to multiple deficiencies and interviews
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 75 Deficiencies: 3 Apr 22, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with follow-up visits related to complaint #WV00004303, including initial complaint investigation, survey follow-up, and complaint follow-up visits.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to safety and housekeeping, including inadequate supervision during weekend nights, unsecured doors, and maintenance issues such as carpet damage and missing bathroom fixtures. Corrective actions and plans for repairs were outlined, and deficiencies were corrected by the time of this report.
Complaint Details
Complaint #WV00004303 was investigated from August 25 to September 2, 2008, with follow-up visits on October 20-23, 2008, and January 20-February 4, 2009, and a third visit on April 21-22, 2009. Census during these visits ranged from 76 to 90 residents.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
The adolescent girls' bedrooms had outside doors without alarms or alert devices, and staff were not awake on weekend nights to monitor safety.
An outside door in the TV room did not lock.
Miscellaneous personal belongings were found behind a dresser, carpet had iron burns and bleach spots, a chair had tears exposing stuffing, and bathrooms lacked towel bars and toilet paper holders; the sink was dirty.
Report Facts
Census: 75 Census: 77 Census: 76 Census: 90
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation and follow-up visits
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation and follow-up visits
Betty MarineHFSIISurveyor involved in initial complaint investigation
Donna WilliamsonHFNSISurveyor involved in follow-up visits
Sharon KirkPMSurveyor involved in April 21-22, 2009 inspection
Ernie ChafinSurveyor involved in first follow-up visit
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 75 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 21, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for complaint #WV00004884 on April 21-22, 2009.
Findings
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were found during the inspection.
Complaint Details
Complaint #WV00004884 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies identified.
Report Facts
Census: 75
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Donna WilliamsonRN, HFNS ISurveyor conducting the complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 75 Deficiencies: 2 Apr 21, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to failure to ensure current central abuse registry checks for contract employees and inadequate employee training documentation.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that a current check of the central abuse registry was completed prior to hire and that documentation was maintained for seven of ten contract employees. Additionally, ten of ten contract employees lacked documentation of training on all required topics including abuse prevention, complaint procedures, and specialty care. The facility also had housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies observed during a prior 2004 survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00004860 conducted April 21-22, 2009 with census of 75. The complaint related to failure to ensure abuse registry checks and employee training documentation.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure current central abuse registry checks prior to hire and maintain documentation for contract employees.Class II
Failed to provide and maintain documentation of training on all required topics for contract employees.Class II
Report Facts
Contract employees missing abuse registry documentation: 7 Contract employees missing training documentation: 10 Census: 75
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 75 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 21, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation conducted on April 21-22, 2009, followed by a survey follow-up on May 27, 2009, which found deficiencies corrected and technical assistance given.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation conducted April 21-22, 2009 with a census of 75. Follow-up survey on May 27, 2009 with a census of 74 confirmed deficiencies were corrected.
Report Facts
Census during complaint investigation: 75 Census during follow-up survey: 74
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor during complaint investigation and follow-up survey
Sharon KirkPMSurveyor during complaint investigation
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during complaint investigation
Donna WilliamsonHFNSISurveyor during complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 80 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 16, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for complaint #WV00004769 on March 16-17, 2009.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint investigation. Technical assistance was provided.
Complaint Details
Complaint #WV00004769 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Census: 80
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor during the complaint investigation
Rebecca DunnHFNSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor during the complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 6 Feb 4, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation from January 20 to February 4, 2009, regarding concerns about staffing, housekeeping, maintenance, dietary services, and resident care at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate staffing, housekeeping, maintenance, and dietary services, resulting in poor resident care outcomes including improper therapeutic diets, insufficient nursing coverage, unsafe physical environment, and inadequate supervision of residents with behavioral issues.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #WV00004646 and #WV00004613 conducted January 20-February 4, 2009, with census of 90 residents. Deficiencies were cited related to staffing, housekeeping, dietary, nursing care, and physical environment.
Deficiencies (6)
Description
Insufficient staff to meet housekeeping, food service, and maintenance requirements, leading to unclean resident rooms and common areas.
Residents not provided therapeutic diets as ordered by physicians; six of six applicable residents affected.
Reduced nursing coverage on evening shift from two nurses to one, causing delays in medication administration and inadequate resident supervision.
Lack of adequate supervision and service planning for residents with behavioral issues, including one resident with multiple incidents of unsafe behavior.
Inadequate physician orders and inconsistent insulin administration documentation for diabetic residents, including one resident with an insulin pump lacking clear instructions.
Failure to maintain a safe, sanitary, and accident-free living environment; unclean resident rooms, soiled carpeting, wet floors without proper hazard warnings.
Report Facts
Resident census: 90 Number of affected residents: 6 Number of nurses on evening shift: 1 Medication administration times: 4 Medication administration times ordered: 3 Duration of medication pass: 5 Number of resident rooms observed unclean: 9 Time resident #17 required redirection: 45
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampRN HFNSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Deborah DodrillSW HFSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Donna WilliamsonRN HFNSISurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 90 Deficiencies: 3 Feb 4, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to resident complaints about staff behavior, housekeeping, and facility conditions at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility failed to adequately investigate and resolve resident complaints, including lack of documentation of investigations, failure to notify appropriate parties, and failure to respond in writing within required timeframes. Additionally, inadequate housekeeping and maintenance issues were observed, such as dirty sinks, damaged furniture, and missing bathroom fixtures.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved multiple resident complaints about staff mistreatment, delayed response to call pendants, and unclean living conditions. The Executive Director failed to conduct thorough investigations, notify Adult Protective Services when required, and respond to complainants in writing within four days. Repeat deficiencies were noted from prior investigations.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Failure to provide adequate documentation of follow-up investigation for resident complaints involving one applicable resident.
Failure to resolve resident complaints utilizing appropriate investigative techniques and to respond to complainants in writing within four days.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including personal belongings left behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder, and dirty sink.
Report Facts
Census: 77 Census: 76 Census: 90 Sample Size: 3 Completion Date: 2004
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation and follow-up surveys
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation and follow-up surveys
Betty MarineHFSIISurveyor involved in complaint investigation
Donna WilliamsonHFNSISurveyor involved in follow-up complaint investigation
Ernie ChafinSurveyor involved in survey follow-up
MRActing AdministratorInterviewed regarding complaint about room cleanliness
TOResident Care DirectorProvided information regarding staff disciplinary matters and complaint investigations
Executive DirectorExecutive DirectorNamed in findings for failure to conduct thorough complaint investigations and respond appropriately
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 90 Capacity: 88 Deficiencies: 13 Feb 4, 2009
Visit Reason
First follow-up to annual survey conducted on January 20-February 4, 2009, to assess continued compliance with prior deficiencies and complaint investigation.
Findings
The facility continued to fail in multiple areas including adequate nursing supervision, resident assessments, medication administration, dietary compliance, housekeeping, maintenance, and infection control. Specific issues included lack of awake night supervision on weekends, inadequate therapeutic diets, reduced nursing coverage, failure to report major incidents, unsafe environment, and incomplete resident care documentation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #WV00004646 related to insufficient housekeeping, food service, and maintenance staffing resulting in unsanitary conditions and safety hazards.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class II: 3 Class III: 1
Deficiencies (13)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide adequate nursing supervision and oversight, including insulin administration and resident behavior assessments.Class II
Failure to ensure therapeutic diets are provided as ordered by the physician.Class I
Failure to report major incidents to licensing agency as required.Class III
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance resulting in unsafe, unsanitary environment.
Failure to complete required admission health assessments and annual health assessments.
Failure to complete individualized functional needs assessments within seven days of admission.
Failure to develop and update service plans reflecting resident's current needs.
Failure to administer medications as ordered and maintain accurate medication records.
Failure to provide resident care and services in accordance with current standards of practice and infection control techniques.
Failure to monitor and document resident condition at required intervals following accidents or illness, especially for residents with dementia.
Failure to perform and document nursing assessments within 24 hours following admission or significant change in condition.
Failure to develop and document service plans to meet identified nursing and medical needs within seven days of admission and update as needed.
Failure to maintain a safe, sanitary, and accident free living environment including housekeeping and maintenance.
Report Facts
Census: 90 Total Capacity: 88 Staffing: 1 Deficiencies cited: 17 Residents on therapeutic diets: 22
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 77 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 23, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following a resident complaint received on October 16, 2008, alleging mistreatment by staff and failure to properly investigate and respond to resident complaints.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate documentation of follow-up investigations for resident complaints, including lack of written responses to complainants within the required timeframe and failure to notify Adult Protective Services when abuse complaints were made. Multiple resident complaints about staff behavior were not properly investigated or documented.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved a resident (#C2) who stated she felt mistreated by staff. Documentation was incomplete, lacking notification to legal representatives, physicians, and Adult Protective Services. Interviews revealed repeated complaints about staff rudeness and mistreatment. The Executive Director failed to conduct thorough investigations and provide timely written responses.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to resolve resident complaints utilizing appropriate investigative techniques and to respond to complainants in writing within four days.
Report Facts
Census: 77 Complaint investigation dates: 9 Follow-up survey dates: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor involved in the complaint investigation and follow-up survey.
Kathy BeauchampHFNSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor involved in the complaint investigation and follow-up survey.
Betty MarineHFSII SurveyorNamed as a surveyor involved in the complaint investigation.
Donna WilliamsonSurveyorNamed as a surveyor involved in the follow-up survey.
Ernie ChafinSurveyorNamed as a surveyor involved in the follow-up survey.
TOResident Care DirectorMentioned in relation to investigation of complaints and staff disciplinary matters.
Executive DirectorExecutive DirectorResponsible for ensuring thorough investigations and timely responses to complaints.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 88 Deficiencies: 15 Oct 23, 2008
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted from October 21-23, 2008 to assess compliance with state regulations for assisted living and Alzheimer care facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident care, medication administration, staff training, documentation, dietary services, housekeeping, maintenance, and safety. Specific issues included failure to protect residents' physical well-being, inadequate staffing and CPR certification, incomplete medication and treatment records, improper storage of Schedule II drugs, failure to provide appropriate therapeutic diets, and unsafe physical environment.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 7 Class II: 6 Class III: 1
Deficiencies (15)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to protect physical and mental well-being of residents, including delayed response to resident complaints and inadequate diabetic care.Class II
Failure to ensure at least one employee on duty with current CPR certification at all times.Class I
Failure to maintain accurate staffing records reflecting actual employees on duty.Class III
Failure to meet resident care needs and provide adequate supervision, including delayed interventions and inadequate monitoring.Class I
Failure to provide and maintain records of employee orientation and training within required timeframes.Class II
Failure to provide and maintain records of annual in-service training on resident rights, confidentiality, abuse prevention, infection control, and fire safety.Class II
Failure to provide training on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias annually to all employees.Class II
Failure to prepare and send a summary of resident information with transfers to hospitals.Class II
Failure to ensure residents have annual health assessments and updated service plans reflecting current needs.Class II
Failure to administer treatments and medications according to physician orders, including incomplete documentation and medication availability.Class I
Failure to securely store Schedule II drugs with proper locking mechanisms.Class I
Failure to provide resident care and infection control according to current standards, including improper medication administration technique and inadequate follow-up after injuries.Class I
Failure to monitor and document resident condition every four hours following injury for residents with dementia.Class II
Failure to prepare therapeutic or modified diets as ordered by physician or dietitian, with inconsistencies in diet preparation and resident meal service.Class I
Failure to maintain a safe, sanitary, and accident-free living environment, including physical hazards such as benches blocking handrails.Class I
Report Facts
Census: 88 Deficiencies cited: 53 Deficiencies cited: 14 Deficiencies cited: 5 Deficiencies cited: 75 Completion date: 2008
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
WBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
CSLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
JCLicensed Practical NurseNamed in CPR certification deficiency
AANamed in employee orientation and training deficiency
CBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in employee orientation and training deficiency
KGNamed in employee orientation and training deficiency
JMDietary ManagerNamed in dietary services deficiency
TONursing DirectorNamed in multiple training and documentation deficiencies
CLAdministratorNamed in training and documentation deficiencies
BOMBusiness Office ManagerResponsible for auditing employee CPR certification and training records
RCDResident Care DirectorResponsible for monitoring staffing, training, and service plan updates
EDExecutive DirectorResponsible for monitoring staffing and medication storage audits
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 88 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 21, 2008
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey for Brookdale Charleston Gardens, including assisted living and Alzheimer units.
Findings
The survey included observations and interviews related to the facility's compliance with health and safety regulations. A follow-up survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies identified during the annual survey.
Report Facts
Census: 88 Census: 75 Census: 90 Assisted Living Beds: 75 Alzheimer Unit Beds: 13
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ernie ChafinHFNS IISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Kathy BeauchampHFNS IISurveyor during the annual licensure survey and follow-up survey team leader
Donna WilliamsonHFNS IISurveyor during the annual licensure survey and follow-up survey
Deb DodrillHFS IISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Sharon KirkRN, Program Manager ISurveyor during the follow-up survey
Deborah DodrillHFS IISurveyor during the follow-up survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 78 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 30, 2008
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess the environment and compliance of the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were found during the survey; only technical assistance was provided.
Report Facts
Census: 78
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorConducted the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 77 Deficiencies: 4 Sep 2, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on concerns about inadequate staffing, poor housekeeping, delayed response to resident call bells, unresolved resident complaints, and failure to properly document resident weights.
Findings
The facility was found to have insufficient staffing to meet resident needs, poor housekeeping and maintenance issues, failure to investigate and respond to resident complaints timely, and inadequate documentation and reporting of resident weights and weight changes to physicians.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (#WV00004303) revealed multiple resident complaints about inadequate staffing, slow response to call bells, poor housekeeping, and staff mistreatment. Investigations were incomplete and responses to complainants were not documented.
Severity Breakdown
Class III: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to maintain sufficient number of employees on duty to provide residents with all care and services required, including slow response to call bells and inadequate supervision.
Failure to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including soiled carpets, damaged furnishings, and missing bathroom fixtures.
Failure to resolve resident complaints using appropriate investigative techniques and failure to respond in writing within four days.Class III
Failure to weigh residents monthly and document weights, and failure to report unplanned weight loss or gain of five pounds or more to the resident's physician.Class III
Report Facts
Census: 77 Deficiencies cited: 4 Residents reviewed for monthly weights: 20 Residents without monthly weight documentation: 19 Residents with unreported weight changes: 3
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 78 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 17, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for Brookdale Charleston Gardens, an assisted living facility with a memory loss unit.
Findings
The complaint investigation found no deficiencies at the facility during the June 17-18, 2008 survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00004156 was conducted with no deficiencies found.
Report Facts
Census: 78 Memory Loss Unit Census: 13
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kathy BeauchampHFNS IISurveyor during complaint investigation
Ernie ChafinHFNS IISurveyor during complaint investigation
Betty MarineLSW, HFS IISurveyor during complaint investigation
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 93 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 4, 2007
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess the environment and compliance of the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were found during the survey; only technical assistance was provided.
Report Facts
Census: 93
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorConducted the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 94 Deficiencies: 7 Sep 26, 2007
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding inadequate staffing levels and failure to provide care based on resident needs, as well as concerns about housekeeping, maintenance, employee training, medication administration, care planning, and dietary services.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including inadequate staffing ratios, failure to provide adequate housekeeping and maintenance, lack of employee training on specialty care needs, incomplete and inaccurate resident care plans, medication administration errors, failure to follow physician orders, and failure to provide therapeutic diets as ordered. Several residents experienced delays in care and improper diet management.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation conducted on July 31-August 1, 2007, identified inadequate staffing levels, failure to implement directed plans of correction, and multiple deficiencies in care and services.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 3 Class II: 2
Deficiencies (7)
DescriptionSeverity
Inadequate staffing levels based on resident care needs, with insufficient direct care staff on day, evening, and night shifts.Class I
Failure to maintain a safe and appropriate environment, including lack of awake night staff on weekends and unsecured doors.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and dirty sinks.
Failure to provide and document employee training on specialty care needs such as wound care, diabetes, MRSA, and Coumadin therapy.Class II
Failure to develop and update resident service plans reflecting current care needs and nursing oversight.Class II
Failure to obtain and follow signed physician orders for medications, improper medication administration, and failure to notify physicians of abnormal blood sugar levels.Class I
Failure to provide therapeutic or modified diets as ordered by physicians, failure to maintain accurate diet boards, and failure to accommodate food allergies.Class I
Report Facts
Resident census: 94 Residents requiring assistance: 36 Staffing levels required: 4 Staffing levels required: 3 Staffing levels required: 3 Residents on therapeutic diets: 39 Missed medication doses: 4 Missed medication doses: 4 Elevated blood sugar readings: 17
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AWDietary Staff MemberStated that calorie counting was not done for Alzheimer resident #12 and described diet board usage
RBLead Resident AssistantResponsible for Alzheimer Unit dietary assistance and acknowledged failure to remove allergen from resident #10's meal
TBAlzheimer Resident AssistantNotified staff about resident #10's shellfish allergy and attempted to remove allergen from meal
Director of NursingDONVerified staffing numbers and acknowledged lack of training and documentation for specialty care
Dietary ManagerDietary ManagerAcknowledged issues with diet board updates and dietary staff training
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 95 Deficiencies: 3 Sep 26, 2007
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints and concerns regarding staffing levels, dietary services, and housekeeping/maintenance at the assisted living portion of Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate staffing based on resident care needs, resulting in delayed assistance to residents. Dietary services were deficient, including failure to provide therapeutic diets as ordered, poor food quality, inadequate staff training, and failure to accommodate food allergies. Housekeeping and maintenance issues were also noted, including damaged carpets, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean conditions.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (Event ID WV00003541) was conducted July 31 - August 1, 2007, with follow-up on September 24-26, 2007. Complaints included inadequate staffing, delayed response to resident calls, failure to provide therapeutic diets, and poor dietary service quality. Substantiation is implied by the findings and directed plans of correction.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to provide staffing based on resident care needs, with insufficient direct care staff on day, evening, and night shifts.
Failed to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including damaged carpet, missing towel bars, and dirty sinks.
Failed to provide therapeutic or modified diets as ordered by physicians, including failure to follow special diets and accommodate food allergies.Class I
Report Facts
Residents requiring assistance with two or more care needs: 36 Current residents in assisted living: 81 Days with insufficient day shift staffing: 22 Days with insufficient evening shift staffing: 15 Days with insufficient night shift staffing: 14 Residents on therapeutic diets: 39 Residents on no added salt diet: 21 Residents on no concentrated sweets diet: 10 Residents on low cholesterol diet: 3 Residents on mechanical soft diet: 3 Residents on thickened liquids diet: 2 Residents on 1500 ADA diet: 2 Residents on cardiac diet: 2 Residents on 1500 cc fluid restriction: 1 Residents on low fat diet: 1 Residents on high fiber diet: 1 Residents on 2 gm sodium diet: 1 Residents on 4 gm sodium diet: 1 Residents on glucose/lactose free diet: 1 Census during complaint follow-up: 94
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Deb DodrillHFSII SurveyorNamed as surveyor for complaint investigation
Kathy BeauchampHFNSII SurveyorNamed as surveyor for complaint investigation
Jane CostHFNS II SurveyorNamed as surveyor for complaint follow-up
Rebecca DunnHFNS II SurveyorNamed as surveyor for complaint follow-up
Ernie ChafinHFNS II SurveyorNamed as surveyor for complaint follow-up
Betty MarineLSW, HFS II SurveyorNamed as surveyor for complaint follow-up
AWDietary Staff MemberInterviewed regarding diet board and meal preparation
RBLead Resident AssistantInterviewed regarding resident dietary needs and meal service
TBAlzheimer Resident AssistantObserved removing allergen from resident's meal
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 94 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 24, 2007
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual licensure survey of the facility to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The report documents the annual licensure survey conducted from September 24-26, 2007, with a census of 94 residents. A follow-up survey was conducted on December 3-4, 2007, with a census of 77, during which deficiencies were corrected and technical assistance was given.
Report Facts
Census: 94 Census: 77
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jane CostHFNS IISurveyor during annual licensure and follow-up surveys
Rebecca DunnHFNS IISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Ernie ChafinHFNS IISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Betty MarineLSW, HFS IISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Deborah DodrillHFS IISurveyor during follow-up survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 95 Deficiencies: 5 Aug 1, 2007
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding staffing, dietary services, and housekeeping at Brookdale Charleston Gardens assisted living facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in staffing levels, particularly direct care and dietary staff, inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, and failure to provide therapeutic or modified diets as ordered by physicians. Residents and family members reported concerns about food quality, staff responsiveness, and cleanliness.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation WV00003541 conducted July 31 - August 1, 2007, with census of 95 residents. Surveyors Deb Dodrill HFSII and Kathy Beauchamp HFNSII conducted the investigation.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Failed to provide staffing based on resident care needs, with insufficient direct care staff on day, evening, and night shifts.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, including personal belongings left inappropriately, damaged carpet, torn furniture, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sinks.
Insufficient dietary staff during meal times, resulting in disorganized meal service and delayed resident assistance.
Failure to maintain and follow therapeutic or modified diets as ordered by physicians, including inconsistent diet boards, lack of updated diet orders, and serving the same meal to all residents regardless of dietary needs.
Dietary staff uniforms were soiled and aprons were not laundered frequently enough.
Report Facts
Residents requiring assistance with two or more care needs: 36 Current direct care staff scheduled: 3 Current direct care staff scheduled: 2 Current direct care staff scheduled: 2 Residents on therapeutic diets: 39 Dietary staff scheduled for meal service: 1 Dietary staff scheduled for meal service: 3 Date for carpet replacement: Sep 30, 2004
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 81 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 22, 2006
Visit Reason
The document reports on an annual licensure survey conducted September 18-20, 2006, followed by a survey follow-up visit November 20-22, 2006, at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR/ALZ).
Findings
The annual licensure survey and subsequent follow-up identified deficiencies which were corrected by the follow-up visit. Technical assistance was also provided.
Report Facts
Census during annual survey: 93 Census during follow-up survey: 81
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ernie ChafinHFNSIISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Betty MarineHFSIISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor during annual licensure survey
Rebecca DunnHFNSIISurveyor during follow-up survey
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during follow-up survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 81 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 20, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR) from November 20-22, 2006.
Findings
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies found. Technical assistance was provided regarding staffing schedules and coverage.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies found.
Report Facts
Census: 81
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rebecca DunnHFNSIISurveyor during complaint investigation
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 93 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 20, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following a complaint filed on August 9, 2006, with a follow-up visit to verify correction of deficiencies.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation and a subsequent follow-up visit during which deficiencies were corrected. Specific details of the deficiencies are not provided in the report.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #WV00002914 initiated on August 9, 2006, with a census of 94. Follow-up visit conducted September 18-20, 2006, with a census of 93. Deficiencies were corrected as noted.
Report Facts
Census: 94 Census: 93
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Myra McLeadHFNSIISurveyor during complaint investigation
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during complaint investigation
Ernie ChafinHFNSIISurveyor during complaint follow-up
Betty MarineHFSIISurveyor during complaint follow-up
Kathy BeauchampHFNSIISurveyor during complaint follow-up
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 93 Deficiencies: 4 Sep 20, 2006
Visit Reason
The annual licensure survey was conducted to assess compliance with health care standards and licensing regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The survey identified multiple deficiencies including failure to update resident assessment and service plans to reflect current needs, inadequate documentation of physician orders, failure to ensure modified diets were provided according to physician instructions, and housekeeping and maintenance issues in the adolescent residential program.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 2 Class II: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure assessment and service plans reflect residents' current needs and are updated annually or as indicated by significant change.Class II
Failure to provide documentation that all physician orders are followed.Class I
Failure to ensure residents requiring modified diets receive meals in compliance with written instructions.Class I
Failure to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance in adolescent residential program.
Report Facts
Census: 93 Weight increase: 5 Weight increase: 5 Weight increase: 6 O2 saturation measurements below 95%: 7 O2 saturation measurements below 95%: 9
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ernie ChafinHFNSII SurveyorNamed as one of the surveyors conducting the annual licensure survey.
Betty MarineHFSII SurveyorNamed as one of the surveyors conducting the annual licensure survey.
Kathy BeauchampHFNSII SurveyorNamed as one of the surveyors conducting the annual licensure survey.
Resident Services DirectorResponsible for ensuring care plans are updated and staff are guided on resident care and documentation.
Dining Services DirectorResponsible for ensuring modified diets are communicated and implemented according to physician orders.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 68 Deficiencies: 9 Sep 14, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess the environment and compliance with health and safety regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining a clean and safe environment, including issues with food storage and preparation areas, damaged door gaskets, improper storage of utensils, and general housekeeping and maintenance concerns such as damaged carpet and missing bathroom fixtures.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 6
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Several trays of prepared food in the walk-in cooler were not dated, covered, or identified.Class II
The floor inside the walk-in freezer contained old food particles and debris.Class II
A cardboard box containing lemons with green mold was observed in the walk-in cooler.Class II
The door gasket to the walk-in cooler was damaged and did not create a tight seal; the bottom portion was missing.Class II
Plastic scoops were stored inside the brown sugar bin and the white sugar bin with the handles in the material.Class II
The can opener mounted on the countertop had old food and juice substances and stains on its cutting edge.Class II
The adolescent girls' bedrooms had outside doors without alarms or alert devices, and staff were not awake on weekend nights to monitor safety.
The TV room outside door did not lock.
Housekeeping and maintenance issues included miscellaneous personal belongings behind a dresser, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, a chair with tears, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder in bathroom, and a dirty sink.
Report Facts
Census: 68 Completion date for carpet replacement: Sep 30, 2004 Completion date for door gasket repair: Sep 26, 2006 Completion date for kitchen cleaning tasks: Oct 7, 2006
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorConducted the annual licensure survey
Dining Services DirectorResponsible for ensuring kitchen staff compliance with food safety and cleaning procedures
Operations SupervisorParticipated in tours and observations related to safety and housekeeping deficiencies
Treatment CoordinatorParticipated in tours and observations related to housekeeping deficiencies
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 68 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 14, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey to assess the environment and compliance of the facility.
Findings
The report documents the annual licensure survey findings and notes a follow-up survey conducted later to verify correction of deficiencies. Deficiencies identified in the initial survey were corrected by the follow-up visit.
Report Facts
Census: 68 Census: 95
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorSurveyor for both the annual licensure survey and the follow-up survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 94 Deficiencies: 4 Aug 9, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding failure to report major incidents, inadequate documentation of resident health status and changes, and failure to notify responsible parties of significant changes in resident condition.
Findings
The facility failed to report a major incident involving a resident's fracture in a timely manner, lacked proper documentation of resident health changes and staff responses, and did not promptly notify the resident's primary responsible party of significant health changes. Additionally, housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies were noted from a prior 2004 survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00002914 regarding failure to report a major incident involving a resident's fracture, inadequate documentation of resident health changes, and failure to notify the resident's power of attorney in a timely manner.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 1 Class II: 1 Class III: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report major incidents to the licensing agency as soon as possible, specifically a fracture diagnosed after a fall.Class III
Failure to maintain documentation of resident's current health status, changes, and staff responses.Class II
Failure to promptly notify the resident's primary responsible party of significant changes in condition and document the notification.Class I
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including personal belongings left behind furniture, carpet damage, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sink.
Report Facts
Census: 94 Incident date: Jul 17, 2006 Incident reporting completion date: Aug 11, 2006 Training completion date: Aug 23, 2006
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPResident Services Director and Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding failure to report fracture and inadequate documentation and notification.
Myra McLeadHFNSII SurveyorSurveyor involved in complaint investigation.
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorSurveyor involved in complaint investigation.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 74 Deficiencies: 4 Nov 2, 2005
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted from October 31 to November 2, 2005 to assess compliance with licensing standards and regulations.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, failure to update policies and procedures on abuse and neglect reporting to meet state requirements, and lack of physician orders for medications taken by residents who self-administer. Additionally, medications were not stored in original labeled containers as required.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 2 Class III: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
The residence failed to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including presence of personal belongings behind furniture, carpet damage, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sink.
The licensee failed to ensure that the residence's policy and procedures on abuse and neglect included West Virginia State Code requirements for reporting by mandatory reporters.Class III
Failure to have physician orders for medications, including over-the-counter drugs, taken by residents who self-administer.Class I
Failure to store all medications in original pharmacy labeled containers for residents who self-administer medications.Class I
Report Facts
Census: 74 Sample Size: 3 Completion Date: Jan 3, 2006 Completion Date: Sep 30, 2004 Training Dates: 2005-06-29 to 2005-06-30 Policy Update Date: Nov 16, 2005
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Becky DunnHFNSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting the annual licensure survey
Deborah DodrillHFSII SurveyorSurveyor conducting the annual licensure survey
LPResident Care DirectorInterviewed regarding availability of abuse reporting information
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 74 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 2, 2005
Visit Reason
Annual licensure survey conducted from October 31 to November 2, 2005, to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The survey identified deficiencies that required follow-up; a subsequent follow-up survey on January 10, 2006, confirmed that deficiencies were corrected.
Report Facts
Census at annual survey: 74 Census at follow-up survey: 78
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Becky DunnHFNSIISurveyor during the annual licensure survey
Deborah DodrillHFSIISurveyor during the annual licensure survey and follow-up survey
Myra McCleadHFNSIISurveyor during the follow-up survey
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 77 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 12, 2005
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual licensure survey of the facility.
Findings
The report documents the annual licensure survey conducted at Brookdale Charleston Gardens, noting the census at the time of inspection. No specific deficiencies or severity levels are detailed in the provided page.
Report Facts
Census: 77
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Keith CarpenterSurveyorNamed as the surveyor conducting the annual licensure survey
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 93 Deficiencies: 1 Feb 16, 2005
Visit Reason
Follow-up to Complaint #WV0001865 originally investigated on January 12, 2004, to assess compliance and corrective actions taken by the facility.
Findings
The report documents a complaint investigation and follow-up visit regarding safety concerns in the facility, including lack of awake night staff on weekends and unsecured doors in adolescent consumer areas.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00001865 initiated on January 12, 2004, with a follow-up visit on February 16, 2005. Census was 83 at initial complaint and 93 at follow-up.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
The Center did not implement programs in an environment that is safe and appropriate for the needs of the consumers, including unsecured outside doors without alarms and lack of awake night staff on weekends.
Report Facts
Census at initial complaint: 83 Census at follow-up: 93 Sample Size: 3
Inspection Report Environmental Survey Census: 94 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 12, 2004
Visit Reason
Environmental survey conducted to assess the facility's environment and compliance with health and safety standards.
Findings
No deficiencies were issued during the environmental survey conducted on October 12, 2004.
Report Facts
Census: 94
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 79 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 14, 2004
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a re-licensure survey for Brookdale Charleston Gardens, including an Alzheimer's Unit re-licensure survey.
Findings
The survey included family and staff interviews, employee file reviews, and provided technical assistance only. No deficiencies or citations were noted in the report.
Report Facts
Census: 79 Family interviews: 2 Staff interviews: 6 Employee files reviewed: 8
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 6 Deficiencies: 1 Feb 19, 2004
Visit Reason
Follow-up visit conducted to verify correction of deficiencies identified during the annual survey conducted December 1-3, 2003.
Findings
The follow-up survey found that deficiencies identified in the annual survey related to safety and supervision of adolescent consumers were addressed, including plans for awake-night supervision on weekends.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
The Center did not implement programs in an environment that is safe and appropriate for the needs of the consumers, including lack of alarms on outside doors and inadequate awake-night supervision on weekends.
Report Facts
Center Census: 6 Sample Size: 3
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 83 Deficiencies: 5 Jan 12, 2004
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (#WV00001865) regarding the facility's compliance with health and safety regulations, specifically focusing on dietary services and environmental safety.
Findings
The investigation found that the dishwasher failed to reach the required sanitation temperature of 180 degrees Fahrenheit during multiple test cycles, and one hot water heater was inoperable for over two days. Additionally, the facility environment had safety and maintenance issues including unsecured doors, inadequate night supervision on weekends, and physical damages such as carpet burns and missing bathroom fixtures.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #WV00001865 regarding failure to comply with food service sanitation rules and environmental safety concerns.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Dishwasher final rinse temperature failed to reach the minimum 180 degrees Fahrenheit during five test cycles, with temperatures recorded at 170 degrees.
One hot water heater was inoperable for two and one half days, affecting dishwasher sanitation.
Adolescent girls' bedrooms had outside doors without alarms or alert devices, and weekend night supervision was not awake to monitor consumers.
An outside door in the TV room did not lock.
Housekeeping and maintenance deficiencies including personal belongings behind dresser, iron burn and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder, and dirty sink.
Report Facts
Test cycles: 5 Temperature shortfall: 10 Days inoperable: 2.5 Census: 83
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 10 Dec 3, 2003
Visit Reason
Annual survey conducted at Charleston Gardens from December 1-3, 2003 to assess compliance with health and safety, personnel records, admission and discharge, health care standards, medication administration, nursing assessments, and documentation requirements.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, incomplete personnel records, missing contract information regarding liability insurance, incomplete resident registry, insufficient service plans for residents, medication administration errors including late and missing medications, lack of timely nursing assessments following admission or significant changes, and incomplete documentation related to resident deaths and disposition of belongings.
Deficiencies (10)
Description
The adolescent girls' bedrooms had outside doors without alarms and inadequate night supervision on weekends.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including personal belongings behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn furniture, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sinks.
Personnel files missing documentation of state nurse aide abuse registry checks and current tuberculosis screening.
Resident admission contracts missing information about liability insurance coverage.
Resident registry incomplete with missing names, discharge dates, and discharge destinations.
Service plans for residents failed to include detailed individual care needs and instructions for staff.
Medication administration records did not coincide with physician orders; medications were administered late or not given; total medication error rate was 55.5%.
Medication administration records lacked accurate documentation of administration times.
Registered nurse failed to perform and document nursing assessments within 24 hours of admission or significant changes for residents with nursing needs.
Documentation surrounding resident deaths was incomplete, lacking date, time, circumstances, and disposition of body and belongings.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed: 35 Residents with medication errors: 19 Late medications: 115 Total medications administered: 216 Medication error rate: 55.5 Personnel files reviewed: 12 Personnel files missing abuse registry check: 4 Residents with deficient service plans: 5 Residents with nursing assessments missing: 4 Closed resident records reviewed: 2 Closed resident records missing death documentation: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
RKEmployee noted to have lacked current tuberculosis screening, which was corrected.
Inspection Report Census: 6 Deficiencies: 5 Oct 8, 2003
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an environmental survey to assess compliance with health, safety, disaster preparedness, and physical facility maintenance regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The survey found deficiencies including inadequate disaster and emergency preparedness plans, unsafe use of extension cords, unsecured oxygen tanks in resident rooms, and maintenance issues such as carpet damage, missing bathroom fixtures, and poor housekeeping.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 3 Class II: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
The disaster and emergency preparedness plan lacked specific written procedures for high winds, tornadoes, floods, and severe winter weather.Class II
Extension cords were being used in the main lobby and multiple resident rooms, creating unsafe conditions.Class I
Small oxygen tanks in resident rooms A-131 and B-129 were not secured to prevent falling over.Class I
Maintenance and housekeeping deficiencies including carpet damage, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, dirty sinks, and torn furniture.Class I
The environment was not safe and appropriate for adolescent consumers, including lack of alarms on outside doors and inadequate awake staff supervision on weekends.
Report Facts
Center census: 6 Sample size: 3 Oxygen tanks in room A-131: 6 Oxygen tanks in room B-129: 2
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 6 Deficiencies: 2 Jun 19, 2003
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up to previous Alzheimer's surveys and behavioral health surveys conducted at Charleston Gardens to verify correction of deficiencies related to behavior management and facility environment.
Findings
The facility failed to consistently document and evaluate residents' persistent behavioral symptoms and did not ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance. The ABC Behavior Management Form was updated and staff were inserviced on its use. Environmental issues such as damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and cleanliness were noted with plans for correction.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Failure to consistently document behaviors, antecedents, environmental factors, staffing patterns, and effectiveness of behavioral management approaches for residents with persistent behaviors.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including personal belongings left behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder, and dirty sink.
Report Facts
Center census: 6 Sample size: 3 Episodes of aggressive behavior: 11 Dates of ABC Behavior Management forms: 4 Work order completion timeframe: 30 Carpet replacement deadline: 2004
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
DGWellness DirectorFunctioning as Unit Coordinator and consulting with contracted LSW for behavior management
LKLicensed Social Worker (contracted)Consulted by Wellness Director and Unit Coordinator for behavior management
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 6 Deficiencies: 12 Apr 15, 2003
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey of Brookdale Charleston Gardens Alzheimer's/Dementia Special Care Unit to assess compliance with state regulations regarding health and safety, human resources, assessments, care planning, medication administration, and social services.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, failure to ensure staff qualifications and training, incomplete and unsigned assessments and care plans, inconsistent behavior management documentation, failure to monitor side effects of psychotropic medications, incomplete social service assessments, and medication administration errors including failure to follow physician orders.
Deficiencies (12)
Description
The adolescent girls' bedrooms had outside doors without alarms, and staff were not awake on weekend nights to monitor safety.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance observed including personal belongings behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn furniture, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sinks.
Program coordinator did not meet minimum qualifications; lacked required license or degree and required training.
Staff failed to complete required 30 hours of dementia-related training and medication management training was incomplete.
Failure to ensure all staff received additional 15 hours of training with a preceptor prior to unsupervised care.
Failure to maintain signed and dated copies of disclosure statements in resident records.
Failure of interdisciplinary team to complete initial assessments and individualized care plans within required timeframes, with missing signatures and incomplete documentation.
Failure to make care plans available to all staff to ensure consistent implementation; resident care logs lacked critical information.
Failure to conduct ongoing evaluations and document behavioral symptoms and management approaches for residents with persistent behaviors.
Failure to monitor residents daily for side effects or adverse reactions to psychotropic medications.
Failure to obtain comprehensive social assessments by a licensed social worker for residents and failure to participate consistently in interdisciplinary care planning.
Failure to administer medications in accordance with physician orders, including missing orders, incorrect dosages, unavailable medications, and lack of documentation of physician contact for clarifications.
Report Facts
Center census: 6 Sample size: 3 Training hours required: 30 Training hours completed: 16 Training hours additional: 15 Carpet replacement deadline: 2004 Medication doses: 14 Medication doses: 18
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
MLSpecial Care Program CoordinatorNamed in findings for not meeting minimum qualifications and incomplete training
DGWellness Director / RNNamed as interim unit coordinator and responsible for oversight and training
BHLPNMentioned in medication administration deficiencies and training
EJLPNMentioned in medication administration deficiencies and training
LKContracted Licensed Social WorkerResponsible for social service assessments and participation in care planning
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 6 Deficiencies: 12 Jan 15, 2003
Visit Reason
Follow-up survey conducted to verify correction of deficiencies identified during the initial Alzheimer's/dementia special care unit survey conducted January 13-15, 2003.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, proper staff qualifications and training, adequate staffing levels, proper medication administration, comprehensive social assessments, and nursing oversight. Multiple deficiencies related to care planning, behavior management, medication monitoring, and staff training were identified. The facility has implemented plans of correction with target completion dates mostly by March 30, 2003, and some maintenance repairs by September 30, 2004.
Deficiencies (12)
Description
Failure to ensure coordinator meets minimum qualifications for Alzheimer's/dementia care.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including damaged carpet, missing towel bars, and dirty sinks.
Failure to ensure all staff complete required orientation and training for Alzheimer's/dementia care.
Failure to provide adequate staffing on the Memory Loss Unit, especially during night shifts.
Failure to maintain signed disclosure statements in resident records.
Failure of interdisciplinary team to review and update resident assessments and care plans quarterly or as needed.
Failure to conduct ongoing evaluation and documentation of residents with persistent behavioral symptoms.
Failure to monitor residents daily for side effects or adverse reactions to psychotropic medications.
Failure to conduct monthly evaluations by licensed nurse of residents on psychotropic medications to assess functional level and medication effects.
Failure to obtain comprehensive social assessments for residents by licensed social worker.
Failure to administer medications in accordance with current physician orders, including insulin and psychotropic medications.
Failure of registered nurse to provide adequate oversight of residents with nursing care needs and to review assessments, service plans, and physician orders monthly.
Report Facts
Center census: 6 Sample size: 3 Plan of correction completion date: 2003 Maintenance repair completion date: 2004 Staff training hours: 30 Staff training hours: 16 Staff training hours: 15 Staffing hours per resident per day: 2.25 Resident count for staffing requirement: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Debbie GrayWellness Director, RNNamed as replacement Wellness Director and responsible for training and oversight
LSLPNAssisted with assessments and care plans in absence of RN
BHLPNNamed in medication administration deficiencies
EJLPNNamed in medication administration deficiencies
KKLPNNamed in staff training deficiencies
MWNamed in staff training deficiencies
NCNamed in staff training deficiencies
DTNamed in staff training deficiencies
TKNamed in staff training deficiencies
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 68 Deficiencies: 11 Oct 23, 2002
Visit Reason
Annual survey conducted at Charleston Gardens to assess compliance with health, safety, staffing, medication administration, and nursing oversight regulations.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure a safe environment, adequate housekeeping, proper medication administration, sufficient staffing, and proper nursing oversight. Multiple residents lacked current health assessments and medication reviews. Toxic materials were unsecured, and documentation of staff training and resident self-administration assessments were incomplete.
Deficiencies (11)
Description
Unsafe medication administration practices including lack of sharps containers and improper disposal of needles.
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including damaged carpet, missing bathroom fixtures, and unclean sinks.
Failure to obtain waivers for residents requiring ongoing nursing care.
Insufficient staffing levels, especially on the midnight shift, leading to inadequate resident supervision.
Lack of mandatory emergency and disaster training for new employees within 24 hours of hire.
Failure to ensure residents have current written, signed, and dated health assessments by physicians.
Medications not administered according to physician orders; missing medications; incorrect dosages; and lack of documentation.
Lack of physician documentation regarding residents' ability to self-administer medications.
Failure to ensure annual physician or pharmacist review of residents' medication regimens.
Toxic materials stored unsecured and accessible to residents.
Failure of registered nurse to provide oversight of nursing care for residents receiving limited and intermittent nursing care.
Report Facts
Center census: 68 Sample size: 3 Residents lacking current health assessments: 11 Residents with medication administration issues: 10 Residents lacking annual medication regimen review: 4 Residents receiving ongoing nursing care without waiver: 8 Residents self-administering medication without physician evaluation: 13 Residents on memory loss unit: 11 Residents on assisted living service package: 32 Residents on medication and reminders only: 19
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
EJLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Named in medication administration deficiencies and infection control findings
BHLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Named in medication administration deficiencies and infection control findings
BJRegistered Nurse and Resident Service DirectorNamed in infection control and medication administration findings
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 6 Deficiencies: 4 Oct 8, 2002
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual and environment survey to assess compliance with disaster preparedness, sanitation, and health and safety regulations at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Findings
The facility failed to provide detailed disaster and emergency preparedness plans, did not communicate these plans to residents within 24 hours of admission, and had multiple sanitation and safety deficiencies including unsecured helium tanks, electrical hazards, and poor housekeeping.
Severity Breakdown
Class I: 3
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
The disaster and emergency preparedness plan lacked specific written procedures for high winds, tornadoes, floods, and severe winter weather.Class I
The disaster and emergency preparedness plan procedures were not communicated to residents within 24 hours of admission.Class I
Electric cords for HVAC units were laying on the floor creating a trip hazard and electrical extension cords were used in resident rooms C132, A134, and C135.Class I
Helium gas tanks in the activity room were not secured to prevent falling or damage, posing a risk of gas release.
Report Facts
Center census: 6 Sample size: 3 Completion date for new disaster policy: Nov 7, 2002 Completion date for securing extension cords: Nov 30, 2002 Completion date for securing helium tanks: Oct 31, 2002
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 4 Aug 6, 2002
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (#2002-4-076) related to failure to properly notify the licensing agency of changes in the facility's administrator and failure to respond to resident complaints in a timely manner.
Findings
The facility failed to notify the licensing agency within the required timeframe about changes in the administrator and failed to respond to resident complaints promptly. Additionally, observations noted inadequate housekeeping and maintenance issues in the adolescent residential area.
Complaint Details
Complaint #2002-4-076 investigation conducted August 6 and August 12, 2002. The complaint involved failure to notify licensing agency of administrator changes and failure to respond to resident complaints in a timely manner. The complaint was substantiated based on interviews and file reviews.
Severity Breakdown
Class II: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify the secretary in writing within ten days of any permanent change in the administrator of the facility.Class II
Failure to respond to complaints in a timely manner, including serious complaints within 24 hours and less serious complaints within 4 days.Class II
Inadequate housekeeping and maintenance including personal belongings left behind furniture, iron burns and bleach spots on carpet, torn chair, missing towel bar and toilet paper holder, and dirty sink.
Unsafe environment due to lack of alarms on outside doors and lack of awake staff on weekend nights to monitor adolescent consumers.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 3 Center Census: 6 Completion Date for Staff Deployment: Jul 1, 2004 Carpet Replacement Date: Sep 30, 2004
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Steve FarmerInterim AdministratorInterviewed regarding administrator resignation and complaint response failures
Jennifer BirthiselFormer AdministratorResigned position without notifying licensing agency

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