Inspection Reports for
Clinton-Hickman County Nursing Facility

366 S. WASHINGTON ST., CLINTON, KY, 42031

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Deficiencies (last 3 years)

Deficiencies (over 3 years) 2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

57% better than Kentucky average
Kentucky average: 4.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2019
2024
2025

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 57% occupied

Based on a June 2025 inspection.

This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy rate over time

40% 60% 80% 100% Aug 2019 Mar 2025 Jun 2025

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 32 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jun 18, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with food safety standards in the nursing facility's kitchen and food storage areas.

Findings
The facility failed to store food according to professional standards, including lack of dating, labeling, and covering of opened food items, potentially exposing residents to contamination. Observations and interviews confirmed these deficiencies and the need for staff reeducation on food safety policies.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0812: The facility failed to store food in accordance with professional standards. Food items were not dated at storage, and opened foods were not covered or sealed, risking contamination to 32 residents.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 32

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 32 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jun 18, 2025

Visit Reason
A Standard Recertification survey was conducted to assess compliance with 42 CFR 483 subpart B from 06/15/2025 to 06/18/2025.

Findings
The facility was found not to be in substantial compliance due to deficiencies in food procurement, storage, preparation, and service related to food safety requirements. Specifically, food items were not properly dated, covered, or sealed, posing potential contamination risks to residents.

Deficiencies (1)
Food items were not dated at the time of storage, and opened food was not covered or sealed to prevent contamination, affecting 32 residents.
Report Facts
Survey Census: 32 Sample Size: 12 Supplemental Residents: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Lisa HollowellR.D. EducatorEducated dietary staff including dietary manager on food safety and policy on 06/18/2025
Cook1Interviewed regarding food storage practices and training
Dietary Aide1Interviewed regarding food receipt and storage procedures
Dietary ManagerDMInterviewed regarding dietary staff training and food safety expectations
AdministratorInterviewed regarding expectations for dietary staff food safety compliance

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 31 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 13, 2025

Visit Reason
An Abbreviated Survey was initiated on 03/13/2025 and concluded on 03/13/2025, investigating complaint KY00044378.

Complaint Details
Complaint KY00044378 was investigated and found to have no deficient practice.
Findings
No deficient practice was identified for complaint KY00044378 during the abbreviated survey.

Report Facts
Sample size: 6

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Apr 25, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and evaluate the facility's care planning and safety measures.

Findings
The facility failed to develop and implement an updated baseline care plan for a resident upon admission, reactivating an outdated care plan instead. Additionally, the facility failed to maintain safe water temperatures, with hot water exceeding acceptable limits in multiple resident rooms, posing a burn risk.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0655: The facility failed to develop a baseline care plan within 48 hours of admission for Resident 32, reactivating a previous care plan without updates. The care plan did not address current diagnoses, risks, or necessary interventions.
F 0689: The facility failed to maintain water temperatures within safe limits, with temperatures ranging from 118°F to 123°F in 23 resident rooms, exceeding the facility policy maximum of 110°F and posing a burn hazard.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 35 Rooms with high water temperature: 23 Water temperature readings: 121.5 Water temperature checks per month: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDON/MDS NurseDiscussed care plan reactivation and failure to update Resident 32's care plan
Maintenance DirectorProvided information about water temperature checks and water heater repairs
AdministratorCommented on care plan requirements and water temperature safety
Registered Nurse 1RNDiscussed baseline care plan initiation and infection care plans
Registered Nurse 2RNDiscussed care plan revisions upon admission and changes
State Registered Nurse Aide 4SRNAReviewed assigned residents' information and care plan boards
State Registered Nurse Aide 5SRNAProvided care for Resident 32 and discussed care plan documentation

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 42 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Aug 2, 2019

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with safety and food service standards in the nursing facility.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure the residents' environment was free from accident hazards due to unattended cleaning chemicals. Additionally, food items in refrigerators were not dated, violating food safety standards.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0689: The facility failed to ensure the residents environment remains free of accident hazards. Cleaning chemicals were left unattended on a housekeeping cart near residents.
F 0812: The facility failed to ensure food was stored according to professional standards. Food items in refrigerators were not dated as required by facility policy.
Report Facts
Residents receiving meals from kitchen: 42 Residents in facility: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Housekeeper #1Interviewed regarding cleaning chemical storage on 08/01/19
Housekeeping SupervisorInterviewed regarding housekeeping chemical storage expectations on 08/02/19
AdministratorInterviewed regarding housekeeping chemical storage expectations on 08/02/19
Dietary Aide #1Interviewed regarding food storage and dating on 07/30/19
Dietary ManagerInterviewed regarding food storage and dating expectations on 08/01/19

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