Inspection Reports for Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC

1000 ASSOCIATION DRIVE, WV, 25311

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Deficiencies (last 26 years)

Deficiencies (over 26 years) 17.8 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

98% worse than West Virginia average
West Virginia average: 9 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

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Census

Latest occupancy rate 71 residents

Based on a June 2025 inspection.

Census over time

0 20 40 60 80 May 2000 Sep 2005 May 2010 Sep 2014 May 2017 Mar 2021 Jun 2025
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Jul 7, 2025
Visit Reason
A desk review was conducted for Complete Care At Oak Ridge on July 7, 2025, for the annual recertification/licensure survey concluding on June 2, 2025.
Findings
The facility was found to have corrected the previously cited deficient practices as reflected on the CMS-2567B.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 71 Deficiencies: 10 Jun 5, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced Annual and Complaint survey was conducted at Complete Care at Oakridge from 06/02/25 to 06/05/25 to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and investigate complaints.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to coordinate PASRR assessments, inadequate menu posting, unsanitary dining environment, incomplete resident medical records, lack of hospice care collaboration, improper ice machine maintenance, disrespectful treatment of residents during activities, inaccessible grievance forms, failure to honor resident drink preferences, and unsafe storage of cleaning chemicals.
Complaint Details
Multiple complaints were investigated during the survey period, all found unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 7 SS=C: 1 SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (10)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure PASRR was current and coordinated with MDS for one resident.SS=D
Failed to post daily menus timely and accurately, causing resident dissatisfaction.SS=C
Hole in dining room countertop allowed garbage into storage cabinet.SS=D
Resident medical records lacked accurate active diagnoses for depression and dysphagia.SS=D
Failed to collaborate with hospice services and maintain coordinated care plan for hospice resident.SS=D
Ice machine drainpipes lacked required air gap, risking contamination.SS=D
Residents were given medications and vital sign checks in dining room during activities, disrupting resident dignity and council meetings.SS=E
Resident grievance forms were not easily accessible to residents.SS=E
Failed to honor resident drink preferences and provide timely beverage refills.SS=D
Cleaning chemicals were found accessible in resident room posing accident hazard.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 71 Number of residents reviewed for PASRR: 5 Number of residents receiving hospice: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse Unit ManagerRegistered Nurse Unit ManagerConfirmed missing depression diagnosis in resident medical record
Director of NursingDirector of NursingReviewed PASRR and hospice care plan deficiencies and provided education
Maintenance DirectorMaintenance DirectorAcknowledged and corrected ice machine drainpipe issue and dining room countertop hole
Dining DirectorDining DirectorResponsible for menu posting and staff re-education
Guest Services DirectorGuest Services DirectorMonitored resident dignity during activities and grievance form accessibility
Licensed Social WorkerLicensed Social WorkerConfirmed grievance forms were not accessible to residents
Activities AssistantActivities AssistantReported coffee availability issues and medication passing during activities
Inspection Report Routine Census: 71 Deficiencies: 4 Jun 3, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine survey to assess compliance with fire safety, electrical system maintenance, emergency preparedness, and emergency plan testing requirements.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining the fire alarm system per NFPA 72, performing required weekly generator battery testing per NFPA 110, developing and maintaining a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan including community-based risk assessment, and conducting required annual emergency plan exercises. These deficiencies could potentially affect all residents, staff, and visitors.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 3 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure and maintain the fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72; no documentation of semi-annual visual inspection of smoke detectors.SS=C
Failed to ensure maintenance and testing of the emergency generator and transfer switches per NFPA 110; no documentation of weekly inspection/testing of electrolyte levels or battery voltage for each battery cell.SS=F
Failed to develop and maintain an emergency preparedness plan based on a documented facility-based and community-based risk assessment utilizing an all-hazards approach.SS=C
Failed to conduct required annual exercises to test the emergency plan, including full-scale or community-based exercises.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 71 Deficiency count: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed and verified findings related to fire alarm system and generator maintenance deficiencies
Nursing Home AdministratorNHAAcknowledged findings and completed audits and re-education related to deficiencies
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Sep 11, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced revisit was conducted at Complete Care At Oak Ridge on September 11, 2024 for the annual recertification/licensure survey concluding on July 25, 2024.
Findings
The facility was found to have corrected the previously cited deficient practices as reflected on the CMS-2567B.
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Aug 7, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to review facility documentation and staff interviews to determine compliance with Federal, State, and local Emergency Preparedness requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to be without waivers and in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local Emergency Preparedness requirements.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 63 Deficiencies: 17 Jul 25, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced Annual and Complaint survey was conducted at Complete Care at Oakridge from 07/22/24 to 07/25/24 to assess compliance with healthcare regulations and investigate complaints.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to report abuse allegations timely, failure to ensure residents were treated with dignity, incomplete care plans, inaccurate PASARR assessments, incomplete nurse aide competencies, inaccurate nurse staffing postings, failure to notify physicians of significant weight changes, and infection control lapses.
Complaint Details
Complaint #32827 was substantiated related to failure to report abuse allegations and other deficiencies. Other complaints (#33246, #33119, #32447, #30990) were unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 7 SS=D: 6 SS=C: 1 SS=G: 1 : 2
Deficiencies (17)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report all allegations of abuse and neglect to appropriate agencies in a timely manner.SS=E
Failure to ensure residents were treated with respect and dignity, including assigning preferred gender for incontinence care and preventing inappropriate photography of residents.SS=D
Failure to update care plans to include diagnoses such as psychosis related to dementia.
Failure to complete accurate PASARR assessments including all diagnoses.SS=D
Failure to notify the Ombudsman of resident transfers to hospital.SS=D
Failure to maintain accurate nurse staffing postings including total hours worked and correct classification of staff.SS=C
Failure to ensure nurse aides completed required competencies and annual in-service training.SS=E
Failure to ensure resident medical records were complete and accurate, including documentation of controlled substances administration.SS=E
Failure to ensure food safety by monitoring temperatures of resident room refrigerators and freezers.SS=E
Failure to provide medically related social services including notification to courts and Adult Protective Services when a guardian is incapacitated.SS=D
Failure to provide education and obtain informed consent for psychotropic medication use.SS=D
Failure to notify physician of significant weight loss and failure to follow weight monitoring policy.SS=D
Failure to implement infection prevention and control procedures including proper disinfection of glucometers and use of enhanced barrier precautions.SS=E
Failure to notify resident representative and Ombudsman of resident transfer or discharge in a timely manner.SS=D
Failure to ensure monthly drug regimen reviews were completed and irregularities addressed.SS=E
Failure to maintain acceptable nutritional status for residents including timely assessment and intervention for significant weight loss.SS=G
Failure to maintain an updated facility assessment to identify staff competencies needed to care for resident population.
Report Facts
Facility census: 63 Deficiencies cited: 16 Weight loss percentage: 12.95 Weight gain pounds: 17.6 Nurse aide training hours: 12 Medication administration errors: 5 Nurse staffing postings reviewed: 8 Nurse aide competencies reviewed: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
NA #160Nurse AideTook inappropriate photos of residents
PT #102Physical TherapistAlleged billing and documenting therapy not provided
PTA #98Physical Therapist AssistantReported therapy not provided, refused to cooperate with investigation
NA #140Nursing AssistantFailed to have resident assessed after fall, admitted to improper handling
Social Worker #75Social WorkerInvestigated therapy allegations and abuse reports
Director of NursingDONMultiple interviews and confirmations of findings
Schedule Manager #80Schedule ManagerInterviewed about nurse staffing postings
RN #41Registered NurseFailed to properly disinfect glucometer
Nurse Aide #28Nurse AideDid not complete required annual training
Social Worker #77Social WorkerReported guardian incapacity
AdministratorNursing Home AdministratorInterviewed about therapy billing and abuse reporting
Inspection Report Routine Census: 63 Deficiencies: 5 Jul 23, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with various NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards related to fire safety, electrical systems, and corridor door safety in the facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining kitchen hood fire suppression system equipment placement, sprinkler head clearance from light fixtures, corridor doors that resist smoke passage, electrical wiring and equipment safety, and emergency generator testing and maintenance. These deficiencies could affect all residents, staff, and visitors.
Severity Breakdown
F 156 SS=C: 1 K 353 SS=E: 1 K 363 SS=D: 1 K 511 SS=D: 1 K 918 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to properly install and maintain equipment protected by the kitchen hood extinguishing system, specifically a wheeled range not returned to its designated location under the range hood.F 156 SS=C
Sprinkler heads located less than 12 inches from light fixtures, exceeding maximum allowable distance of sprinkler deflectors above the bottom of light fixtures in multiple areas.K 353 SS=E
Doors protecting corridor openings failed to resist passage of smoke; specifically, the 400 Corridor Shower Room door was damaged and would not close and latch properly.K 363 SS=D
Electrical wiring and equipment non-compliance with NFPA 70; specifically, three power strips for computer equipment were daisy-chained together in the Dining Room Storage Room.K 511 SS=D
Emergency generator was not tested and maintained in accordance with NFPA 110; missing documentation for weekly inspections and monthly load tests.K 918 SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 63 Power strips daisy-chained: 3 Generator load test frequency: 12 Generator continuous exercise interval: 36
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance SupervisorVerified multiple findings including kitchen hood equipment placement, sprinkler head clearance, corridor door damage, electrical wiring issues, and generator maintenance deficiencies
AdministratorAcknowledged findings at exit interview on 07/23/24
Maintenance DirectorCompleted corrective actions including generator load test and monitoring of deficiencies
Maintenance AssistantConducted audits and corrective actions related to kitchen hood equipment, sprinkler head clearance, corridor doors, electrical equipment, and generator testing
Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)Provided re-education to maintenance staff on compliance requirements and monitored corrective actions
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 0 May 20, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation survey was conducted at Complete Care at Oak Ridge on 05/20/24.
Findings
The facility was in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and/or 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule. Complaint #31421 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
Complaint #31421 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 31421 Census: 70
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 13, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation survey was conducted at Complete Care at Oakridge center on 09/13/23.
Findings
The facility was in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and/or 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule. Complaints #28952 and #28768 were unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
Complaint #28952 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited. Complaint #28768 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Mar 7, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to review facility documentation and staff interviews to determine compliance with Federal, State, and local Emergency Preparedness requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to be without waivers and in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local Emergency Preparedness requirements.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 67 Deficiencies: 4 Feb 15, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual recertification and annual relicensure survey was conducted at Complete Care at Oak Ridge from February 13-15, 2023.
Findings
The survey identified multiple deficiencies including failure to notify the State Ombudsman of a resident transfer, incomplete annual in-service training for nurse aides, lack of proper signage for residents on transmission-based precautions, and food safety violations including improper use of beard guards, unclean kitchen equipment, and lack of temperature monitoring for residents' personal refrigerators.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to notify the State Ombudsman of a facility-initiated transfer for Resident #71.SS=D
Failed to provide the required 12 hours of annual in-service training for nurse aides NA #4 and #40.SS=D
Residents on transmission-based precautions (#21 and #59) did not have appropriate signage on their doors to indicate required precautions.SS=D
Failed to store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards; dietary aide not wearing beard guard, dirty drip pan and dish racks, and no temperature monitoring of residents' personal refrigerators.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 67 Deficiencies cited: 4 Hours of nurse aide training missing: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Social Worker #86Licensed Social WorkerConfirmed ombudsman was not notified of Resident #71's hospital transfer
Nursing Home AdministratorAdministratorAcknowledged ombudsman notification was required and confirmed training was incomplete for nurse aides
Licensed Practical Nurse #43Licensed Practical NurseConfirmed residents #21 and #59 had enhanced barrier precautions but lacked proper signage
Dietary Aide #123Dietary AideObserved not wearing beard guard during kitchen tour
Dietary Director #126Dietary DirectorVerified beard guard use and cleanliness issues in kitchen
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Feb 15, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual recertification and annual relicensure survey for Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule. A review of plans of correction and credible evidence was accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Inspection Report Routine Census: 67 Deficiencies: 3 Feb 14, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was a routine survey to assess compliance with NFPA 101 fire safety codes and other regulatory requirements at Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining proper signage for delayed egress doors, ensuring corridor doors with closures were not propped open, and proper use of power strips and extension cords in office areas. These deficiencies could affect all residents, staff, and visitors.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1 D: 2
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Delayed-egress locking systems signage was faded and not legible on multiple exit doors.F
Corridor door to the Physical Therapy Department was propped open despite having a door closure.D
Power strips were used improperly in the Director of Nursing Office for non-electronic equipment.D
Report Facts
Facility census: 67 Audit date: Feb 21, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorCompleted audits, re-education, and monitoring related to deficiencies
Maintenance SupervisorVerified findings during inspection
Nursing Home AdministratorAcknowledged findings and removed improper power strip
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 47 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 13, 2022
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation survey was conducted at Complete Care at Oak Ridge from September 12-13, 2022.
Findings
The facility was in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule. Complaint #27280 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
Complaint #27280 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 9, 2022
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation and focused infection control survey was conducted at Community Care at Oak Ridge on 02/09/2022.
Findings
The facility was in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule. Complaint 26327 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
Complaint 26327 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Census: 70
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 72 Deficiencies: 4 Dec 1, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual re-certification, annual re-licensure and complaint investigation survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from 2021-11-29 through 2021-12-01.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in several areas including failure to honor resident food preferences, incomplete Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment (POST) forms, failure to safeguard resident personal property, and improper food storage practices. The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
Complaint #26185 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide Resident #29's choice of food preferences, serving rice despite it being a known dislike.SS=D
Failure to ensure POST form for Resident #72 was completed according to State Law, lacking proper signature from medical power of attorney.SS=D
Failure to safeguard personal property for Resident #42, missing clothing items with no proper tracking or resolution process.SS=D
Failure to store food in accordance with professional standards, including unlabeled and undated food items and spoiled produce in the walk-in refrigerator.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Missing clothing value: 80 Number of resident visits: 27
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse #30Registered NurseInterviewed regarding Resident #29 being served disliked food.
Social Worker #110Social WorkerConfirmed lack of signature on POST form and investigated missing personal items.
Dietary ManagerDietary ManagerInterviewed about spoiled and unlabeled food items in the walk-in refrigerator.
Environmental Services Director #19Environmental Services DirectorLooked for missing clothing items for Resident #42.
Guest Services Employee #48Guest Services EmployeeWas unaware of missing clothing items for Resident #42 and suggested contacting Social Services.
AdministratorAdministratorProvided information about facility policies on missing items and complaint handling.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Dec 1, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual recertification survey to assess compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and West Virginia Nursing Home Licensure Rules.
Findings
The facility, Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC, was found to be in substantial compliance with the applicable federal and state regulations. The review included plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 72 Deficiencies: 3 Nov 30, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements including fire safety, emergency preparedness, and resident rights.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining the automatic sprinkler system according to NFPA 25 standards, storing items improperly in mechanical rooms violating NFPA 54 and 70, and failing to conduct required annual emergency plan drills. Plans of correction were submitted addressing these deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to maintain automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems in accordance with NFPA 25, including lack of documentation for sprinkler head replacement/testing over the past 10 years.SS=D
Improper storage of patient bed, dresser, and other items in Mechanical Room A interfering with clear working space of electrical and mechanical equipment, violating NFPA 54 and NFPA 70.SS=D
Failure to conduct required annual exercises to test the emergency plan, including lack of documentation for a full-scale community-based drill within the previous 12 months.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Deficiency count: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorNamed in relation to sprinkler system maintenance and emergency drill corrective actions
Assistant Maintenance DirectorNamed in relation to sprinkler system maintenance and emergency drill corrective actions
Nursing Home AdministratorNHAAcknowledged findings and involved in re-education and monitoring corrective actions
Maintenance SupervisorInterviewed regarding mechanical room storage deficiency
AdministratorAcknowledged findings during exit interview
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Apr 15, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation survey related to complaint reference #24835, with a review of plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Findings
The facility, Oak Ridge Center, was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and West Virginia nursing home licensure rules. The previously cited deficient practices were corrected.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #24835; the facility was found in substantial compliance with previously cited deficiencies after review of plans of correction and credible evidence.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Mar 29, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation survey was conducted at Oak Ridge from March 29-30, 2021, triggered by complaint #24835 which was substantiated.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that residents receive treatment and care in accordance with professional standards, specifically regarding grooming and Activities of Daily Living for one resident who was sent to a medical appointment poorly dressed and unclean.
Complaint Details
Complaint #24835 was substantiated with a deficiency cited at F684 related to Resident #1 being sent to a doctor's appointment poorly dressed and unclean, with family and staff interviews confirming the issue.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure residents receive treatment and care in accordance with professional standards regarding grooming and Activities of Daily Living for Resident #1.SS=D
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for quality of care: 4 Facility census: 72 Days Resident #1 had not received bath/shower: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Social Worker #26Spoke to family member about complaint regarding Resident #1's grooming
AdministratorInterviewed about Resident #1 being sent out poorly dressed and unclean
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Responsible for reeducation and observation audits related to resident grooming and care
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 59 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 8, 2020
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey and Emergency Preparedness Survey was conducted by the state survey agency from December 8, 2020 to December 9, 2020.
Findings
The facility was found in compliance with 42 CFR infection control regulations and CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Dec 4, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation survey concluding on 10/29/20, with review of plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Findings
Oak Ridge Center was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule. The facility was in substantial compliance with previously cited deficient practices.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference: #24110. The complaint investigation survey concluded on 10/29/20 with substantial compliance found.
Inspection Report Routine Census: 66 Deficiencies: 1 Nov 10, 2020
Visit Reason
The facility was inspected as part of a routine FICS survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights and services in writing and orally. The deficiency is classified as Severity Level C.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents both orally and in writing of their rights, rules, and services as required.Level C
Report Facts
Sample Residents: 6
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 67 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 29, 2020
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at Oak Ridge on 10/29/20. The allegations were unsubstantiated, but unrelated deficient practices were identified during the investigation.
Findings
The facility failed to accurately complete Resident #68's minimum data set (MDS) assessment in the area of falls. Specifically, the discharge MDS assessment incorrectly marked 'No' for falls occurring since admission, despite documentation of a fall on 09/12/20.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unannounced and conducted on 10/29/20. The original allegations were unsubstantiated, but unrelated deficient practices were identified during the investigation.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to accurately complete Resident #68's MDS assessment regarding falls.SS=D
Report Facts
Resident census: 67 Deficiency count: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingConfirmed that section J of the MDS assessment should have been marked 'Yes' for falls occurring since admission during a phone interview on 10/28/20
Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator RNClinical Reimbursement Coordinator RNRevised Resident #68's discharge MDS and conducted audits and reeducation related to accurate completion of MDS section J
Regional Clinical Reimbursement ManagerRegional Clinical Reimbursement ManagerProvided reeducation to the CRC RN team regarding accurate completion of section J on the MDS
Inspection Report Routine Census: 67 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 9, 2020
Visit Reason
Routine facility entrance and exit survey conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the inspection.
Report Facts
Facility Census: 67
Inspection Report Routine Census: 70 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 7, 2020
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey and Emergency Preparedness Survey was conducted by the state survey agency on July 6-7, 2020.
Findings
The facility was found in compliance with 42 CFR 483.80 infection control regulations, 42 CFR 483.73 related to E-0024 (b)(6), and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Report Facts
Census: 70
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 73 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 17, 2020
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at Oak Ridge Center on 02/17/20 to 02/18/20.
Findings
The allegations were unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficient practices identified. The facility was in substantial compliance with applicable regulations.
Complaint Details
Complaint #23686 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Jan 14, 2020
Visit Reason
An unannounced revisit was conducted at Oak Ridge Center on 01/13/20 to 01/14/20 for the annual recertification and relicensure survey concluding on 12/04/19.
Findings
The facility was found to have corrected the previously cited deficient practices as reflected on the CMS-2567B.
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 0 Dec 3, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, 2012, and to verify compliance with Federal, State, and local Emergency Preparedness requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to be without waivers and in compliance with the provisions of the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, 2012, and all applicable Federal, State, and local Emergency Preparedness requirements.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 71 Deficiencies: 12 Dec 2, 2019
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual re-certification and annual re-licensure survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from 12/02/19 through 12/04/19. The survey included complaint investigations #23436 (unsubstantiated) and #23347 (substantiated with related deficiency cited).
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident self-determination, advance directives, privacy and confidentiality, comprehensive care planning, activities of daily living, quality of care including medication administration and aspiration risk, accident hazards and supervision, drug labeling and storage, dental services, infection prevention and control, and resident call system functionality.
Complaint Details
Complaint #23436 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited. Complaint #23347 was substantiated with related deficiency cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 9 SS=E: 3 SS=K: 1
Deficiencies (12)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure resident autonomy regarding bathing preferences; resident #54 was limited to two showers per week despite requesting more.SS=D
Failed to fully complete Physician's Orders for Scope of Treatment (POST) forms for residents #53, #46, and #44; missing trial period length for IV fluids.SS=E
Failed to protect privacy and confidentiality of residents receiving dialysis; list of dialysis residents with personal information was left visible on medication cart.SS=E
Failed to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for residents #21, #12, #14, #3, and #413 including pressure ulcer prevention, accident prevention, respiratory care, and dietary restrictions.SS=E
Resident #21 did not always receive scheduled showers; documentation of refusals was lacking.SS=D
Failed to ensure medication administration was supervised for resident #413 who self-administered medications without physician order or monitoring; straws were provided to residents #3 and #413 despite orders prohibiting them due to aspiration risk.SS=K
Failed to provide oxygen therapy per physician orders for resident #14; oxygen flow rate was set at 4L/min instead of 3L/min.SS=D
Failed to maintain a safe environment; fall mat for resident #12 was improperly placed and slid on floor; 400 Hall Storage Room was unlocked with accessible hazardous products.SS=D
Failed to label and date opened medications and biologicals properly; expired and unlabeled medications found in 100 Hall Medication Cart and Medication Storage Room.SS=D
Failed to assist resident #50 in obtaining timely routine dental services; follow-up dental appointment was canceled and not rescheduled timely.SS=D
Failed to maintain infection prevention and control; nurse administering insulin to resident #47 did not perform hand hygiene or wear gloves.SS=D
Resident #12's call light was not functioning properly and was replaced during the survey.SS=D
Report Facts
Residents present: 71 Deficiency count: 13 Medication administration observation: 1 Fall mat observation: 1 Call light replacement: 1 Dental appointment reschedule: 1 Oxygen flow rate: 3 Oxygen flow rate observed: 4 Shower frequency: 2 Tube feeding rate: 60 Tube feeding hours: 20 Medication self-administration: 7
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN #11Licensed Practical NurseNamed in medication self-administration and straw use findings
RN #18Registered NurseNamed in shower schedule and care documentation findings
DONDirector of NursingNamed in multiple findings including care plan, infection control, and oxygen therapy
LPN #58Licensed Practical NurseNamed in infection control deficiency for insulin injection
Speech Therapist #70Speech TherapistNamed in aspiration risk and no straw order findings
Nurse Aide #35Nurse AideNamed in fall mat placement and call light observation
Nurse Aide #105Nurse AideNamed in straw use deficiency
RN #24Registered NurseNamed in medication storage and labeling findings
RN #54Registered NurseNamed in shower schedule and care documentation findings
Nursing Home AdministratorAdministratorNamed in straw use and dental appointment findings
Practice Development SpecialistStaff EducatorNamed in staff re-education for medication and infection control
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Oct 28, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation survey concluding on 10/02/19, with a review of plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Findings
The facility, Oak Ridge Center, was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and West Virginia nursing home licensure rules, with previously cited deficient practices corrected.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference number #23116. The complaint investigation survey concluded with the facility in substantial compliance and no new deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 2, 2019
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from 09/30/19 to 10/02/19 to investigate complaints #23230 and #23116.
Findings
Complaint #23230 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited. Complaint #23116 was substantiated with one related deficiency regarding failure to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment in three resident rooms due to debris and dried spills on floors.
Complaint Details
Complaint #23230 was unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated deficiencies cited. Complaint #23116 was substantiated with one related deficiency cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment in three resident rooms (Rooms 303, 305, and 310) due to debris and dried spills on floors.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 70 Number of affected patient rooms: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Environmental Service DirectorCompleted cleaning of floors, re-education of staff, and initiated monitoring of resident room cleanliness
Nursing Home AdministratorConfirmed issues with debris and spills on floors and instructed housekeeper to address them
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Dec 18, 2018
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an annual recertification and relicensure survey to assess compliance with long term care facility regulations.
Findings
The facility, Oak Ridge Center, was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 and West Virginia nursing home licensure rules based on review of plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Nov 30, 2018
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction related to a facility survey, including compliance with emergency preparedness requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local Emergency Preparedness requirements. One deficiency related to notice of rights was cited.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to properly inform residents of their rights and rules in writing and orally as required.Level C
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 71 Deficiencies: 2 Nov 8, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with federal and state regulations related to fire safety, resident rights, and facility maintenance.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to obstructed sprinkler heads and corridor doors that did not close and latch properly, potentially affecting all residents, staff, and visitors. The facility was compliant with emergency preparedness requirements.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 1 Level C: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Sprinkler heads were obstructed by a low hanging light fixture in a storage room in the service hall, failing to provide unobstructed protection as required by NFPA 13.Level D
Doors opening to the corridor, including the employee break room door and janitor's closet door, did not close and latch properly, failing to prevent the passage of smoke as required by NFPA 101.Level C
Report Facts
Facility census: 71
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed regarding sprinkler head obstruction and door deficiencies; responsible for corrective actions and monthly inspections.
Nursing Home AdministratorProvided re-education to Maintenance Director regarding sprinkler heads and door compliance.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 71 Deficiencies: 6 Nov 5, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual re-certification and annual re-licensure survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from 11/05/18 through 11/08/18.
Findings
The survey identified deficiencies related to reasonable accommodations for residents' needs, safe and homelike environment maintenance, nursing staff competency and performance evaluations, resident record completeness and confidentiality, and infection control including air flow issues in the laundry department.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=E: 1 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to provide reasonable accommodations for residents' needs related to call light accessibility and vision, affecting 3 of 18 sampled residents.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment with damaged doors, walls, and torn wheelchair arm pads.SS=D
Facility failed to ensure nursing staff had annual performance evaluations to assure competency; RN#23 and LPN#12 lacked current evaluations.SS=D
Facility failed to ensure nurse aides had annual performance evaluations and required 12 hours of in-service training; multiple CNAs affected.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain complete and accurate resident records, including missing or incomplete Inventory of Personal Effects forms and discharge instructions for sampled residents.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain a negative air flow system in the laundry department to prevent cross contamination of linens.SS=F
Report Facts
Survey sample size: 18 Facility census: 71 Performance evaluations due: 2 Nursing assistants with missing evaluations: 4 Nursing assistants with incomplete training: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN #23Registered NurseNamed in finding for missing annual performance evaluation
LPN #12Licensed Practical NurseNamed in finding for missing annual performance evaluation
Social Worker #43Social WorkerNamed in finding related to delayed provision of prescription glasses to residents
Administrator #20AdministratorNamed in findings related to delayed glasses provision and performance evaluation oversight
Maintenance SupervisorNamed in findings related to facility maintenance and air flow issues
Director of Nursing (DON)Director of NursingNamed in findings related to call light accessibility and medical record completeness
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 17, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from April 17, 2018 to April 19, 2018 for Complaint Reference #19738.
Findings
The allegations were unsubstantiated and no related or unrelated deficient practices were identified. The facility was in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule.
Complaint Details
The allegations were unsubstantiated and no related or unrelated deficient practices were identified.
Report Facts
Sample size: 21
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Nov 22, 2017
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC, reviewing compliance with long term care facility regulations and licensure rules.
Findings
Oak Ridge Center is in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 and West Virginia nursing home licensure rules. A review of plans of correction and credible evidence was accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit for the Quality Indicator and Licensure Surveys concluding on 11/03/2017.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 74 Deficiencies: 2 Nov 20, 2017
Visit Reason
Re-visit survey was conducted on 11/20/17 to recite tags #0353 and 0914 as they were not corrected in accordance with the Plan of Correction.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain the automatic sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 25 due to communication wires and tie wires attached to sprinkler piping. Additionally, the facility failed to test electrical receptacles at patient bed locations in accordance with NFPA 99 standards. Corrective actions and re-education were implemented.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 1 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Communication wires laying on sprinkler piping and a light fixture tie wire attached to sprinkler pipe above the ceiling.SS=F
Failure to test receptacles at patient bed locations in accordance with NFPA 99.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 74 Deficiencies cited: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorNamed in findings related to sprinkler system and electrical receptacle testing deficiencies and corrective actions
Nursing Home AdministratorInvolved in re-inspection and re-education related to sprinkler system and electrical receptacle testing
Administrator-in-TrainingParticipated in inspection of sprinkler system pipes
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Nov 20, 2017
Visit Reason
Re-visit survey was conducted on 11/20/17 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies tagged #0353 and 0914 which were not corrected in accordance with the Plan of Correction.
Findings
The survey focused on reciting tags #0353 and 0914 as the facility had not corrected these deficiencies according to the Plan of Correction.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 74 Deficiencies: 8 Nov 3, 2017
Visit Reason
Unannounced annual Quality Indicator and State Licensure Surveys were conducted at Oak Ridge Center from October 30, 2017 through November 2, 2017 to assess compliance with federal and state regulations.
Findings
The survey identified multiple deficiencies including failure to ensure dignified dining experiences, maintain a homelike and sanitary environment, complete accurate comprehensive assessments, implement care plans, maintain hearing devices, ensure sanitary food service, maintain infection control, and maintain complete and accurate medical records.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 5 SS=E: 2 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to ensure dignified dining experience; Nurse Aide fed residents while standing.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain a homelike, sanitary environment; dirty and torn wheelchairs and chairs observed.SS=E
Facility failed to ensure complete and accurate comprehensive minimum data set (MDS) assessments for dental status and urinary continence.SS=D
Facility failed to implement care plans for resident transfers and impaired communication.SS=D
Facility failed to provide assistive devices to maintain hearing abilities; hearing aids missing and replaced with pocket talker.SS=E
Facility failed to ensure food was served under sanitary conditions; dirty food carts, steam table, and unlabeled food found.SS=F
Facility failed to maintain effective infection control; urinal left on over-bed table during meal service.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain complete and accurate medical records; inaccurate activity assessment and ADL documentation.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 74 Survey dates: 2017-10-30 to 2017-11-02 Survey sample size: 32
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
NA #69Nurse AideObserved feeding residents while standing, reeducated on dignified dining
NA #80Nurse AideObserved transferring Resident #22 without mechanical lift
NA #50Nurse AideObserved leaving urinal on Resident #25's over-bed table during meal service
RN #74MDS Coordinator NurseConfirmed inaccurate MDS coding for dental and continence assessments
Director of Nursing ServicesDNSConducted rounds, reeducation, and interviews related to multiple deficiencies
Social Worker #10Social WorkerInvolved in hearing aid replacement and care plan updates for Resident #51
Recreation DirectorRecreation DirectorReviewed and corrected activity assessments
Dining Service DirectorDSDResponsible for food service sanitation and staff reeducation
Inspection Report Census: 74 Deficiencies: 5 Nov 3, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with various NFPA 101 fire safety standards including emergency lighting, sprinkler system maintenance, HVAC fire dampers, fire drills, and electrical systems maintenance.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining emergency lighting testing, sprinkler system piping clearance, fire damper inspections, fire drill scheduling, and electrical receptacle testing at patient bed locations. Plans of correction were submitted with re-education and ongoing monitoring procedures.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 4 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to test emergency lighting monthly and annually in accordance with NFPA 101.SS=C
Communication wires and light fixture tie wires were found laying on sprinkler piping, violating NFPA 25 standards.SS=F
Failed to inspect and maintain fire dampers in accordance with NFPA 101.SS=C
Failed to conduct fire drills at unexpected times and under varying conditions as required by NFPA 101.SS=C
Failed to test electrical receptacles at patient bed locations in accordance with NFPA 99.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 74 Deficiencies cited: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorNamed in multiple findings related to emergency lighting, sprinkler system, fire dampers, fire drills, and electrical receptacle testing; responsible for corrective actions and re-education.
AdministratorDiscussed deficiencies with Maintenance Director and agreed on corrective actions.
Maintenance SupervisorDiscussed deficiencies with Administrator and Maintenance Director; involved in corrective action follow-up.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 74 Deficiencies: 4 May 22, 2017
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from 05/22/17 to 05/30/17 to investigate Complaint #17485, which was unsubstantiated but resulted in unrelated deficiencies being cited.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies including failure to ensure residents could make choices about significant aspects of their life, incomplete neurological assessments after unwitnessed falls or head injuries for some residents, failure to schedule a nephrology consult for one resident, and incomplete medical records related to incontinence diaries.
Complaint Details
Complaint #17485 was investigated and found unsubstantiated, but unrelated deficiencies were cited based on observations, record reviews, and interviews.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2 SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to ensure one resident made choices about aspects of their life significant to them, specifically regarding availability of diet cola.SS=D
Facility failed to ensure neurological assessments were completed after unwitnessed falls or falls with head injury for two residents.SS=E
Facility failed to schedule a nephrology consult for one resident.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain complete and accurate medical records; specifically, the incontinence diary for one resident was incomplete.SS=D
Report Facts
Residents in complaint sample: 6 Facility census: 74 Falls experienced by Resident #13: 4 Incomplete documentation entries: 7 Incomplete documentation entries: 8
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding resident's desire for diet cola and neurological assessment documentation
Dining Service Director #23Interviewed regarding facility's soda purchasing practices
Recreational DirectorImplemented corrective actions regarding resident beverage choices
Center Nurse Executive (CNE)Provided re-education and monitoring related to neurological assessments, physician consults, and medical record documentation
Unit Manager (UM)Responsible for monitoring falls, neurological assessments, and medical record audits
Medical Records Director/DesigneeConducted audits of falls and physician consult orders
Nurse Practitioner #10Ordered nephrology consult and interviewed regarding consult follow-up
Registered Nurses #49 and #102Interviewed regarding consult order communication process
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 29, 2017
Visit Reason
The document is a plan of correction submitted in response to a Quality Indicator and Licensure Survey for Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC, addressing previously cited deficient practices.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 and West Virginia nursing home licensure rules. The plan of correction and credible evidence were accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit, confirming substantial compliance with previously cited deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents of their rights and rules governing resident conduct as required by 42 CFR 483.10(b)(5)-(10).Level C
Report Facts
Survey completion date: Mar 29, 2017
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 1 Mar 9, 2017
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from 03/06/17 to 03/09/17 based on complaints #17351 and #17383.
Findings
Complaint #17351 was substantiated with a related deficiency cited regarding failure to provide written notification of bed-hold policy at the time of hospital transfer for two residents. Complaint #17383 was unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies.
Complaint Details
Complaint #17351 was substantiated with a related deficiency cited. Complaint #17383 was unsubstantiated without any related or unrelated deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to provide notification of bed hold policy at time of hospital transfer for two of six sampled residents (Resident #3 and #4).SS=D
Report Facts
Residents in complaint sample: 6 Facility census: 70
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Center Executive DirectorCenter Executive Director (CED)Completed re-education with admission director/designees regarding bed hold policy and monitoring compliance
Admission DirectorAdmission Director / DesigneeAudited resident transfers and responsible for bed hold notification completion
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Dec 17, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a Quality Indicator and Licensure Survey to assess compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 and West Virginia nursing home licensure rules.
Findings
The facility, Oak Ridge Center, was found to be in substantial compliance with the applicable federal and state regulations based on review of plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 69 Deficiencies: 9 Oct 7, 2016
Visit Reason
Unannounced annual Quality Indicator Survey conducted at Oak Ridge Center from October 3, 2016 through October 6, 2016.
Findings
The facility had multiple deficiencies including failure to timely convey personal funds upon resident death, failure to encourage residents to create a homelike environment, failure to locate missing personal property, failure to protect residents from repeated inappropriate sexual behavior by a cognitively impaired resident, failure to report incidents of inappropriate sexual behavior to the State agency, failure to offer residents choices regarding shower times and bed/wake times, failure to provide nourishing bedtime snacks, failure to properly label opened multi-use vials of Purified Protein Derivative, and failure to maintain adequate ventilation in the common shower room.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 7 SS=C: 1 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to timely convey funds from trust accounts for deceased residents #69 and #166.SS=E
Failed to encourage residents to create a homelike environment and failed to attempt to locate reported missing resident personal property for residents #31 and #6.SS=E
Failed to ensure residents were protected from repeated inappropriate sexual contact and language by Resident #103 towards other residents #146 and others.SS=E
Failed to report incidents of inappropriate resident to resident physical contact to the State agency.SS=E
Failed to proactively offer residents personal choices regarding bed time, wake up time, and shower day/time for residents #5, #127, and #31.SS=E
Failed to provide nourishing bedtime snacks and routinely scheduled evening meal and breakfast more than 14 hours apart.SS=C
Failed to properly label opened multi-use vials of Purified Protein Derivative.SS=E
Ventilation system for the facility's common shower room was not operational.SS=B
Failed to address incidents of inappropriate sexual behavior by Resident #103 through the quality assessment and assurance committee.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 69 Survey dates: 2016-10-03 to 2016-10-06 Survey completion date: Oct 7, 2016 Number of residents in survey sample: 30 Number of deceased residents reviewed for funds conveyance: 3 Number of deceased residents with untimely funds conveyance: 2 Number of residents reviewed for personal property: 3 Number of residents affected by failure to encourage homelike environment: 2 Number of residents affected by failure to offer choices: 3 Number of opened PPD vials observed: 4 Meal service times: 14.5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Social Worker #31Social WorkerInterviewed regarding inappropriate sexual behavior and resident interactions
Nurse Aide #61Nurse AideInterviewed regarding missing personal property report
Nurse Aide #63Nurse AideInterviewed regarding resident wake-up and dressing schedule
Nurse Aide #66Nurse AideInterviewed regarding monitoring Resident #103 for inappropriate behavior
Nurse Aide #74Nurse Aide/Shower AideInterviewed regarding shower schedule and resident preferences
Nurse Aide #77Nurse Aide/Shower AideInterviewed regarding shower schedule and resident assignments
Registered Nurse #40Registered NurseInterviewed regarding admission assessments and shower schedule
Licensed Practical Nurse #48Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding medication labeling and expiration date responsibilities
Licensed Practical Nurse #53Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding medication labeling and expiration date responsibilities
Maintenance Director #19Maintenance DirectorInterviewed regarding ventilation system status in shower room
Food Service Manager #10Food Service ManagerInterviewed regarding meal service times and nourishing snacks
Guest Services Director #1Guest Services DirectorInterviewed regarding resident shower preference interviews
AdministratorFacility AdministratorInterviewed regarding quality assurance committee and resident behavior
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding resident behavior and quality assurance committee
Inspection Report Routine Census: 70 Deficiencies: 2 Oct 5, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code standards, specifically regarding fire drills and the maintenance of automatic sprinkler systems.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure fire drills were held at unexpected times under varying conditions on each shift as required by NFPA 101, and failed to maintain automatic sprinkler systems in reliable operating condition due to wiring and ductwork laying across sprinkler piping.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Fire drills were not held at unexpected times under varying conditions on each shift as required by NFPA 101.SS=C
Automatic sprinkler systems were not maintained in reliable operating condition due to IT wiring and flexible ducts laying across sprinkler system piping.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 70 Deficiency count: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorNamed in relation to corrective actions for fire drill scheduling and sprinkler system maintenance
Maintenance SupervisorInvolved in verification of fire drill findings and sprinkler system issues
Center Executive DirectorProvided re-education to Maintenance Director regarding fire drills and sprinkler system maintenance
AdministratorProvided re-education with Maintenance Director on fire drill procedures
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 64 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 15, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced revisit was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from September 14 to September 15, 2016 for the Quality Indicator Survey concluding on May 18, 2016.
Findings
The facility was found to have corrected the previously cited deficient practices as reflected on the CMS-2567B.
Report Facts
Revisit survey sample size: 13
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 64 Deficiencies: 6 Aug 4, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced revisit was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from 08/01/16 to 08/04/16 for the Complaint Investigation Survey concluding on 05/08/16. The revisit was to verify correction of previous deficiencies and investigate complaints.
Findings
The facility was found to remain out of compliance with multiple deficiencies including failure to report and investigate allegations of abuse and neglect, inaccurate resident assessments, failure to provide care according to care plans, failure to provide timely pain management, failure to obtain ordered lab tests, and failure to coordinate care with dialysis center. The Quality Assurance Committee failed to ensure effective corrective actions. These deficiencies affected multiple residents and posed actual harm.
Complaint Details
The facility received three complaints since 07/06/16. One complaint involved Resident #65 regarding missing arm sling, being left in urine, inattentive RN supervisor, and being left in same clothes for three days. These allegations were not reported to State agencies within 24 hours. The facility addressed the concerns but failed to investigate or report possible verbal and emotional abuse allegations documented by RN #84. Administrator and social workers confirmed the failure to report and investigate.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1 SS=D: 3 SS=G: 1 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to identify, investigate, and immediately report allegations of abuse and neglect as required by law.SS=E
Failure to ensure Resident #54's minimum data set (MDS) assessment accurately reflected the resident's behaviors.SS=D
Failure to ensure qualified staff provided care in accordance with each resident's care plan for Residents #27 and #41.SS=D
Failure to provide timely pain management to Resident #45 resulting in actual harm.SS=G
Failure to obtain physician ordered laboratory services for Resident #54.SS=D
Failure to maintain effective Quality Assurance Committee oversight to identify and correct quality deficiencies.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 64 Complaint count: 3 Deficiency count: 6 Pain medication tablets: 6 Pain rating: 6 PT/INR test date: 2016
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse #84Day Shift SupervisorNamed in investigation of abuse allegations for Resident #65
Administrator #50AdministratorInterviewed regarding abuse allegations and quality assurance
Social Worker #74Social WorkerInterviewed regarding abuse allegations and MDS assessment
Social Worker #75Social WorkerInterviewed regarding abuse allegations and MDS assessment; acknowledged MDS assessment error for Resident #54
Director of NursingDirector of NursingAcknowledged failures in monitoring dialysis access, medication administration, lab testing, and pain management
Registered Nurse #43Registered NurseInterviewed about PT/INR lab error for Resident #62
Registered Nurse #104Licensed Practical NurseDocumented Resident #45's pain complaints
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 7, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from July 06, 2016 to July 07, 2016 in response to Complaint #16045.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited during the investigation. The complaint sample consisted of 6 residents.
Complaint Details
Complaint #16045 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Complaint sample size: 6
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 16 May 18, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint survey was conducted based on complaint #15246, substantiated with related and unrelated deficiencies cited. The survey included observations, record reviews, and interviews.
Findings
The facility failed to provide appropriate diabetic management, including failure to notify physicians when insulin was held or blood sugars were out of range, resulting in immediate jeopardy. Additional deficiencies included failure to follow care plans for pain management, bowel continence, dialysis coordination, tracheostomy care, and medication administration. The facility also failed to maintain complete and accurate medical records and failed to ensure infection control measures during a scabies outbreak.
Complaint Details
Complaint #15246 was substantiated with related and unrelated deficiencies cited, including failure to provide appropriate diabetic management and other care issues.
Severity Breakdown
Immediate Jeopardy: 1
Deficiencies (16)
DescriptionSeverity
Nurses held scheduled insulin doses without physician approval or notification, failing to follow hypoglycemia protocols for Residents #37, #75, #10, #55, and #71.Immediate Jeopardy
Failure to notify physician of Resident #10's elevated blood sugars on multiple occasions.
Failure to revise care plan for Resident #48 after significant decline in bowel continence and failure to implement bowel protocol.
Failure to provide tracheostomy care and respiratory services as ordered for Resident #73, resulting in respiratory distress and hospitalization.
Failure to obtain vital signs for 72 hours after admission for Residents #68 and #73.
Failure to obtain blood pressure and pulse prior to administration of antihypertensive medications for Resident #68.
Failure to obtain physician ordered labs including CBC for Resident #75 and HGA1c for Resident #10.
Failure to maintain lab and diagnostic reports in clinical records for Resident #68.
Failure to maintain complete and accurate clinical records, including pre-signing MARs, inaccurate weights, and incomplete documentation of medication administration.
Failure to store controlled substances in a separately locked, permanently affixed compartment; failure to label IV antibiotic and enteral feeding; expired supplies on crash cart.
Failure to notify all visitors and staff of scabies outbreak in November 2015 and failure to complete outbreak investigation summary.
Failure to coordinate dialysis care and communicate fluid restriction orders for Resident #48.
Failure to provide effective pain management for Resident #76, with documented excruciating pain and no additional pain medication.
Failure to follow physician orders for Resident #31's biliary tube care.
Failure to provide suction machine as ordered for Resident #48.
Failure to provide C-PAP machine use as ordered for Resident #8.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 12 Facility census: 72 Insulin held dates for Resident #75: 3 Blood sugar readings >300 for Resident #10: 15 Days without bowel movement for Resident #48: 10 Dialysis sessions attended by Resident #48: 15 Expired items on crash cart: 7 Pain ratings of 10 for Resident #76: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN #5Licensed Practical NurseHeld insulin doses without physician approval for Resident #37
RN #51Registered NurseInterviewed about nursing judgement on holding insulin
RN #53Registered NurseInterviewed about nursing judgement on holding insulin and Resident #37 insulin held
DONDirector of NursingInterviewed about insulin holding, pain management, and other care issues
Nurse Practitioner #96Nurse PractitionerInterviewed about diabetic management and hypoglycemia protocol
LPN #8Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed about suction machine for Resident #48
RN #54Registered NurseInfection Control Nurse, interviewed about scabies outbreak and Resident #31 infections
LPN #11Licensed Practical NurseDocumented Resident #73 emergency and transfer to hospital
AdministratorInterviewed about QAA committee and care issues
Dietary Manager #25Interviewed about dialysis communication and fluid restriction for Resident #48
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Oct 24, 2015
Visit Reason
The document is a plan of correction related to a prior Minimum Data Set (MDS)/Staffing Survey concluding on 09/11/15, submitted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Findings
The facility, Oak Ridge Center, is in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and with previously cited deficient practices.
Report Facts
Survey completion date: Oct 24, 2015 Prior survey date: Sep 11, 2015
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 67 Deficiencies: 3 Sep 11, 2015
Visit Reason
An unannounced minimum data set (MDS) focus survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from September 10, 2015 through September 11, 2015, based on observations, clinical record reviews, staff interviews, and other documentation.
Findings
The facility failed to provide necessary care to prevent pressure ulcers and infections, ensure appropriate incontinence care to prevent urinary tract infections, and demonstrate nurse aide competency in perineal care. Specific deficiencies were noted in wound care technique, hand hygiene, and incontinence management for Resident #1.
Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-related focusing on Resident #1's care, including pressure ulcer treatment, incontinence care, and prevention of urinary tract infections. The complaint was substantiated with findings of improper care and infection control practices.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure a resident received necessary care and services to promote healing and prevent infection of pressure ulcers, including improper wound care technique and hand hygiene.SS=D
Failure to ensure a resident received appropriate care and services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore bladder function, including improper incontinence care and failure to monitor voiding patterns.SS=D
Failure to ensure nurse aides demonstrated competency in skills and techniques necessary to care for residents' needs, specifically in providing perineal care to prevent urinary tract infection and contamination.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 67 Sample size: 10 Deficiencies cited: 3 Handwashing duration: 7 Handwashing duration: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nurse Aide #74Nurse AideInvolved in observed incontinence and perineal care deficiencies
RN #38Registered NurseObserved providing wound care with improper technique
LPN #74Licensed Practical NurseInvolved in wound care and shift report related to Resident #1
Director of NursingDirector of NursingProvided interviews confirming deficiencies and oversaw reeducation plans
Nurse Practice Educator (NPE)Nurse Practice EducatorResponsible for reeducation and competency validation of nursing staff
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 66 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 8, 2015
Visit Reason
An unannounced revisit was conducted at Oak Ridge Center on September 8 to September 9, 2015 for the Quality Indicator Survey concluding on June 26, 2015.
Findings
The facility was found to have corrected the previously cited deficient practices as reflected on the CMS-2567B.
Report Facts
Revisit survey sample: 7
Inspection Report Census: 72 Deficiencies: 5 Jun 30, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with NFPA Life Safety Code standards, including fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, cooking facility fire protection, emergency generator maintenance, and electrical wiring safety.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain fire alarm smoke detector coverage, sprinkler system maintenance and inspection, range hood extinguishing system inspections, emergency generator battery testing, and electrical wiring safety issues such as broken ground fault receptacle covers.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 5
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to maintain fire alarm system smoke detector coverage in the 200 wing lounge.SS=C
Failed to maintain sprinkler system gauges and improper installation of communication wiring on sprinkler piping.SS=C
Failed to maintain and inspect range hood extinguishing system as required by NFPA 96 and NFPA 17A; no records of required semiannual inspections.SS=C
Failed to maintain emergency generator battery testing and recording of specific gravity of electrolyte fluid weekly.SS=C
Failed to maintain electrical wiring and equipment; broken ground fault receptacle covers observed at front entrance and maintenance shop.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Inspection date: Jun 30, 2015
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorDiscussed findings related to fire alarm coverage, sprinkler system, range hood extinguishing system, emergency generator, and electrical wiring issues
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 71 Deficiencies: 9 Jun 26, 2015
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Unannounced annual Quality Indicator and Licensure Surveys were conducted at Oakridge Center from June 23, 2015 through June 26, 2015 to assess compliance with federal and state regulations.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to provide timely notice of Medicare service termination, failure to notify physicians of lab refusals, failure to address resident council grievances about food temperatures, failure to implement care plans for positioning and behavior monitoring, failure to obtain ordered lab tests leading to delayed treatment, failure to manage pain effectively, failure to prevent pressure ulcers, failure to ensure psychotropic medications were used appropriately, and failure to maintain sanitary food handling practices.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=E: 2 SS=F: 1 SS=G: 2
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure one resident received the required 48-hour notice of Medicare service termination.SS=D
Failure to notify physician of resident's refusal of lab tests and failure to follow up appropriately.SS=D
Failure to address resident council grievances regarding food temperatures and failure to monitor food temperatures consistently.SS=E
Failure to implement care plan interventions for resident positioning and behavior monitoring.SS=D
Failure to obtain ordered urinalysis and culture resulting in delayed treatment and hospitalization.SS=G
Failure to ensure effective pain management and documentation for a resident receiving hospice care.SS=G
Failure to prevent development of avoidable pressure ulcers due to inaccurate risk assessments and incomplete skin checks.SS=G
Failure to ensure psychotropic medications were used appropriately with monitoring and attempts at dose reduction.SS=E
Failure to maintain sanitary food handling practices including improper food storage, unclean equipment, and inadequate hair restraints.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 71 Survey dates: 4 Sample size: 25 Number of deep tissue injuries: 4 Number of meals with low consumption: 67 Number of meals with adequate consumption: 7 Number of times Norco administered: 35
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #29Business Office ManagerNamed in finding related to failure to provide 48-hour notice of Medicare service termination.
Nursing Assistant #43Mentioned in relation to failure to reposition Resident #134.
Licensed Practical Nurse #12Mentioned in relation to failure to implement positioning interventions for Resident #134.
Corporate Resource Nurse Registered Nurse #98Interviewed regarding pressure ulcer prevention and behavior monitoring.
Assistant Director of Nursing #91Interviewed regarding lab refusals, pain management, and behavior monitoring.
Cook #13Mentioned in relation to food temperature monitoring and sanitary practices.
Dietary Aide #55Mentioned in relation to food temperature monitoring and sanitary practices.
Nursing Assistant #63Mentioned in relation to inadequate hair restraint while serving food.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jun 24, 2015
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation, with a review of plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit for the complaint investigation concluding on 2015-05-28.
Findings
The facility, Oak Ridge Center, was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule, with previously cited deficient practices corrected.
Complaint Details
Complaint Reference: 13369. The facility was in substantial compliance with previously cited deficient practices following the complaint investigation.
Report Facts
Complaint investigation conclusion date: May 28, 2015
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 6 May 28, 2015
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An unannounced complaint survey was conducted at Oak Ridge Center from May 26, 2015 through May 28, 2015, triggered by complaint #13369 which was substantiated with related and unrelated deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain resident dignity during transfers and meal service, improper infection control practices including hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment, failure to prevent urinary tract infections, failure to use assistive devices for safe transfers, failure to maintain nutritional status, and failure of the quality assessment and assurance committee to address ongoing infection control issues.
Complaint Details
Complaint #13369 was substantiated with related and unrelated deficiencies cited. The complaint sample consisted of 8 residents.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=F: 2
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide care in a manner that maintained dignity for residents during transfers and meal service.SS=D
Failure to prevent urinary tract infections and provide appropriate urinary system care with proper infection control.SS=D
Failure to ensure resident environment was free from accident hazards; gait belt not used during transfers as required.SS=D
Failure to maintain nutritional status; significant weight loss not identified or addressed.SS=D
Failure to maintain an effective infection control program; staff failed to follow isolation precautions, hand hygiene, and proper linen handling, contributing to spread of infections including multi-drug resistant organisms.SS=F
Failure of the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee to identify and address infection control deficiencies and facility acquired infections.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Complaint sample size: 8 UTI counts: 6 UTI counts: 17 UTI counts: 7 UTI counts: 8 UTI counts: 9 UTI counts: 5 Weight loss percentage: 5 Number of residents affected by infection control deficiencies: 14
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nursing Assistant #64Nursing AssistantInvolved in undignified transfer of Resident #14
Nursing Assistant #50Nursing AssistantObserved providing improper urostomy care to Resident #5
Nurse Practice EducatorProvided re-education to staff on transfer techniques, infection control, and perineal care
Director of Nursing ServicesDirector of Nursing ServicesConducted audits, re-education, and reported trends to Quality Improvement Committee
Nurse #33Registered NurseFailed to use PPE when caring for Resident #46 with C.diff infection
Ward Clerk #47Ward ClerkInformed RN #33 about Resident #46's contact precautions
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingVerified lack of assessment and intervention for Resident #73's weight loss
Nursing Assistant #74Nursing AssistantObserved providing perineal care to Resident #71 with improper hand hygiene
Nursing Assistant #46Nursing AssistantObserved multiple hand hygiene failures during meal service and resident care
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 5, 2014
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An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at Oak Ridge Center for Complaint Reference 12017.
Findings
The allegations were unsubstantiated and no related or unrelated deficient practices were identified. The facility was in substantial compliance with applicable regulations.
Complaint Details
The complaint allegations were unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Sample size: 9
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 5, 2014
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An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted from September 2, 2014 to September 4, 2014 at Oak Ridge Center for Complaint References 11890 and 11914.
Findings
The allegations were unsubstantiated and no related or unrelated deficient practices were identified. The facility was in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and 64 CSR 13 Legislative Rules West Virginia Division of Health Nursing Home Licensure Rule.
Complaint Details
The allegations were unsubstantiated and no related or unrelated deficient practices were identified.
Report Facts
Sample size: 10
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Mar 21, 2014
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The inspection was conducted as part of the Quality Indicator and Licensure Surveys concluding on 02/14/14, with review of plans of correction and credible evidence accepted in lieu of an onsite revisit.
Findings
Oak Ridge Center is in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities and with previously cited deficient practices.
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 72 Deficiencies: 2 Feb 19, 2014
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The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code standards, specifically focusing on the maintenance and inspection of the range hood extinguishing system and the proper storage of oxygen cylinders.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain and inspect the range hood extinguishing system as required by NFPA 96, with no inspections conducted in the previous six months. Additionally, the facility failed to store all oxygen cylinders in accordance with NFPA 99, with full oxygen bottles stored in compartments designated for empty bottles.
Severity Breakdown
SS=B: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to maintain and inspect the range hood extinguishing system as required by NFPA 96.SS=B
Facility failed to store all oxygen cylinders in accordance with NFPA 99, with full oxygen bottles stored in an area identified as empty.SS=B
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Inspection interval: 6 Date of last inspection report: Oct 16, 2013
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance supervisorDiscussed findings regarding range hood extinguishing system and oxygen storage
AdministratorDiscussed findings regarding range hood extinguishing system and oxygen storage
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 70 Deficiencies: 9 Feb 10, 2014
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Unannounced annual Quality Indicator and State Licensure Surveys were conducted at Oak Ridge Center from February 10, 2014 through February 14, 2014.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including conveyance of personal funds upon death, reasonable accommodation of resident needs, housekeeping and maintenance, resident rights to make choices, care plan revisions, accident hazards related to water temperature and medication security, food sanitation, and clinical record accuracy. Water temperatures were frequently above safe levels and the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee failed to address this issue.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=E: 3 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure personal funds of deceased resident were conveyed to the estate within 30 days; funds were sent to a funeral home instead.SS=D
Failed to ensure reasonable accommodation of resident needs; call light in bathroom/shower area was not accessible.SS=D
Failed to maintain housekeeping and maintenance services; bathroom walls in multiple rooms were in poor repair and a liquid spill was not cleaned for at least 48 hours.SS=E
Failed to honor resident's food preferences; resident did not receive usual breakfast and was upset.SS=D
Failed to revise resident care plan when intervention was inappropriate.SS=D
Failed to maintain resident environment free of accident hazards; water temperature was excessively hot and medications were unsecured in resident room.SS=E
Failed to maintain food items and equipment under sanitary conditions; food items were open and undated, equipment was dirty.SS=F
Failed to maintain clinical records accurately; nursing note was not identified as a late entry.SS=D
Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee failed to identify and correct the quality deficiency related to excessive water temperatures.SS=E
Report Facts
Residents present: 70 Survey dates: 5 Residents reviewed: 30 Water temperature: 121 Water temperature: 110 Personal funds amount: 250.08 Late nursing note date: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #80AdministratorConfirmed improper conveyance of deceased resident's funds and acknowledged call light deficiency
Employee #81Maintenance SupervisorReported ongoing issues with water temperature regulation and confirmed water temperature measurements
Employee #82Business Office ManagerDiscovered social security check not returned to Social Security Administration
Employee #62Director of Nursing (DON), Registered NurseConfirmed care plan intervention not revised and medication security issue
Employee #56Registered NurseResponded to resident complaint about food preference not honored
Employee #34Environmental Services SupervisorObserved food sanitation deficiencies in dietary department
Employee #61Director of NursingConfirmed nursing note should have been recorded as late entry
Employee #98Medical DirectorConfirmed nursing note should have been recorded as late entry
Employee #42Chef ManagerConfirmed food preference documentation and explained lack of eggs on breakfast day
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jan 24, 2014
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Complaint investigation triggered by complaint reference 14002 / 9545, with an off-hours entrance on 01/23/14 at 3:00 a.m. and exit on 01/24/14.
Findings
The complaint was found to be unsubstantiated with no related or unrelated citations. Oak Ridge Center was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.
Complaint Details
Unsubstantiated complaint record with no related or unrelated citations.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jul 19, 2013
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The document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction related to regulatory compliance for a nursing facility.
Findings
The facility was cited for deficiencies related to informing residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents both orally and in writing of their rights and all rules and regulations governing resident conduct and responsibilities during the stay in the facility.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 3 Jun 18, 2013
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The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint alleging that Resident #50 was taken from the facility by an unauthorized person without permission, and that facility staff were dishonest about the resident's whereabouts.
Findings
The facility failed to acknowledge and investigate the complaint regarding Resident #50 leaving with an unauthorized person. The resident, who was court-appointed as a protected person, left the facility without proper supervision or notification to the legal guardian. The facility also failed to follow proper sign-out procedures and did not have adequate supervision to prevent the resident from leaving with an unauthorized individual.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. Resident #50's legal decision maker reported that the resident was taken from the facility by an unauthorized person without permission, and that staff were dishonest about the resident's location. The facility did not record or investigate the complaint or take corrective action prior to the survey.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to acknowledge and investigate a complaint about Resident #50 leaving with an unauthorized person and staff dishonesty about the resident's whereabouts.SS=D
Facility failed to follow instructions regarding who was authorized to take Resident #50 out of the facility, allowing the resident to leave with an unauthorized person.SS=D
Facility failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent Resident #50 from leaving the facility with an unauthorized person.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility Census: 70 Sampled Residents: 5 Complaint Reference Number: 13139
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorInterviewed regarding the complaint and confirmed failure to record or investigate the complaint and lack of staff awareness about the resident leaving.
Social Worker (Employee #57)Interviewed and provided details about Resident #50 leaving with an unauthorized person and facility procedures.
Director of Nursing/DesigneeResponsible for re-educating staff on proper procedures for resident leave authorization and documentation.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jan 23, 2013
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on complaint references 7390 and 12241.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no citations were issued as a result of the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint Reference: 7390 / 12241. The complaint was unsubstantiated with no citations.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jul 18, 2012
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The document is a plan of correction submitted in response to citations from a facility inspection.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand. The facility must also provide written descriptions of legal rights and Medicaid-related information.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents both orally and in writing of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required by regulation.Level C
Report Facts
Provider/Supplier Identification Number: 515174
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 72 Deficiencies: 11 Jun 14, 2012
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The inspection was conducted as a Quality Indicator and Licensure Survey from 06/11/12 to 06/14/12 to assess compliance with federal regulations for nursing facilities.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to conduct comprehensive assessments related to urinary incontinence, failure to revise care plans according to medical changes, inadequate personal hygiene care, unsafe storage of hazardous chemicals, failure to act on pharmacist recommendations regarding medications, improper food storage and sanitation, failure to dispose of expired medications, improper infection control practices, and failure to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 6 SS=E: 2 SS=F: 3
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to conduct assessments relative to urinary incontinence for one resident after catheter removal.SS=D
Failed to revise care plan for a resident when medical diagnosis changed from hypothyroidism to hyperparathyroidism.SS=D
Failed to schedule or assign nail care for two residents, resulting in long, jagged fingernails with debris.SS=D
Failed to assess urinary incontinence and implement bladder restoration plan for one resident.SS=D
Hazardous chemicals stored unlocked in shower room accessible to cognitively impaired residents.SS=E
Failed to ensure drug regimen was free from unnecessary drugs; physician did not respond to pharmacist's recommendations for medication discontinuation or dose reduction for multiple residents.SS=D
Failed to store, label, and date food items properly and maintain clean food equipment in dietary and nourishment pantry.SS=F
Failed to properly dispose of garbage; dumpster was overfilled and trash bags were on the ground.SS=F
Failed to dispose of expired medications found in medication refrigerator.
Failed to properly store clean linens in shower room and failed to ensure proper handwashing in laundry department.SS=F
Failed to maintain a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment; nourishment pantry refrigerator was unclean with sticky residue preventing drawer use.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Sample size: 35 Expired influenza vaccine vials: 10 Expired Vancomycin vials: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding failure to assess urinary incontinence and failure to act on pharmacist recommendations
Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding nail care practices
Nursing Assistant (Employee #4)Confirmed hazardous chemicals were improperly stored
Dietary Manager (Employee #40)Discussed food storage and sanitation deficiencies
Nursing Assistant (Employee #67)Observed food storage deficiencies and nourishment pantry conditions
Laundry Aide (Employee #65)Observed failing to wash hands between glove changes
Administrator (Employee #75)Discussed garbage disposal deficiencies
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 72 Deficiencies: 3 Jun 12, 2012
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The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Standard, specifically regarding the construction and maintenance of smoke barrier walls to provide at least a one half hour fire resistance rating.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain smoke barrier walls with the required fire resistance rating due to unsealed openings around communication wires and cables in multiple locations, including the attic near room 101 and above drop ceilings near rooms 101 and 201. These deficiencies were confirmed through observation and staff interview.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 3
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Openings around communication wires through the smoke barrier wall in the attic near room 101 were not sealed.SS=C
TV cable and communication wires were not sealed around through the smoke barrier wall above the drop ceiling near room 101.SS=C
Communication wires were not sealed around through the smoke barrier wall above the drop ceiling near room 201.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Opening size: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Facility Maintenance DirectorDiscussed findings of openings in smoke barrier walls with inspector
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 May 22, 2012
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The inspection was conducted in response to two complaint references (7078 and 7107) to investigate allegations at the facility.
Findings
Both complaints were found to be unsubstantiated with no citations issued during the inspection.
Complaint Details
Complaint Reference 7078 and 7107 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no citations.
Report Facts
Complaint References: 2
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 May 2, 2012
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This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction related to regulatory compliance of the facility.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, including Medicaid-related information.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10), 483.10(b)(1).Level C
Report Facts
Deficiency ID: 156
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 1 Apr 17, 2012
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The inspection was an onsite revisit conducted from 04/16/12 to 04/17/12 related to complaint reference IDs #12019, #12020, and #12028.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure accurate medical records for four of nine sampled residents, with missing documentation of physician-ordered treatments on treatment administration records for residents #34, #17, #40, and #48. Nursing staff did not consistently document treatments or reasons for missed treatments.
Complaint Details
Complaint Reference ID: #12019, #12020, and #12028. The visit was a complaint-related onsite revisit.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure medical records were accurate and complete for four residents, including missing documentation of scheduled treatments on treatment administration records.SS=E
Report Facts
Residents with inaccurate medical records: 4 Facility census: 68
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
licensed practical nurseEmployee #31 who reviewed treatment administration records and commented on nursing documentation.
director of nursing (DON)Employee #7 who contacted agency nursing staff regarding documentation concerns and discussed nursing documentation at a quality assurance meeting.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 5, 2012
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The document is a plan of correction related to deficiencies identified during a facility inspection.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Deficiencies: 8 Mar 1, 2012
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The inspection was conducted in response to substantiated and unsubstantiated complaints regarding resident care and facility practices from 02/27/12 to 03/01/12.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain resident privacy, failure to investigate and report neglect allegations, failure to develop comprehensive care plans, failure to implement physician orders, environmental safety hazards, infection control deficiencies, inadequate staffing levels, and failure to obtain ordered laboratory services.
Complaint Details
The investigation included substantiated complaints #12019 and #12020 with citations, and an unsubstantiated complaint #12028 with unrelated citations. The complaints involved neglect allegations, privacy violations, and infection control issues.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=E: 1 SS=F: 2 SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure personal privacy during nursing procedures for Resident #33.SS=D
Failure to investigate and report allegations of neglect for Resident #73.SS=D
Failure to develop a comprehensive care plan including physician's order to hold water for Resident #60.SS=D
Failure to provide care and services to attain or maintain highest practicable well-being for Residents #73 and #60.SS=G
Failure to maintain a safe environment free of accident hazards including unlocked treatment cart, unsafe nursing station, and unsafe nurse practices.SS=E
Failure to maintain an effective infection control program including improper hand hygiene, unrestrained hair during sterile procedures, and use of ineffective cleaning agents against C. diff spores.SS=F
Failure to maintain required minimum staffing ratio of 2.25 nursing hours per resident on 02/12/12.SS=F
Failure to obtain physician ordered laboratory services for Resident #73.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 71 Staffing ratio: 1.89 Staffing minimum requirement: 2.25 Length of fingernails: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered NurseEmployee #31 observed flushing gastrostomy tube without privacy and failed to document nursing assessments and start ordered IV fluids for Resident #73
Social WorkerEmployee #79 documented neglect allegations from Resident #73's daughter but failed to ensure investigation or reporting
Director of NursingEmployee #6 interviewed regarding infection control, laboratory services, and care plan deficiencies
Licensed Practical NurseEmployee #75 observed with long decorated fingernails and multiple rings, posing infection risk
Registered NurseEmployee #54 observed with unrestrained hair during sterile tracheostomy care procedure
AdministratorEmployee #39 acknowledged ineffective cleaning agents and unsafe medication storage
Scheduling ManagerEmployee #78 confirmed staffing ratio below minimum on 02/12/12
Corporate NurseEmployee #81 agreed treatment cart should have been locked
Environmental Services DirectorEmployee #45 provided information on cleaning agents used
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Deficiencies: 2 Jan 17, 2012
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (Complaint Reference ID: 12005) from 01/16/12 to 01/17/12 regarding concerns about the facility's provision of care and pharmaceutical services.
Findings
The facility failed to provide necessary care and services to maintain the highest practicable physical well-being for one resident with multiple sclerosis by delaying administration of prescribed medication due to pharmacy supply issues. Additionally, the facility did not notify the attending physician of the medication delays as required.
Complaint Details
Complaint Reference ID: 12005. The complaint was substantiated with related deficiencies found during the investigation.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide timely administration of Interferon beta 1B medication for a resident with multiple sclerosis due to pharmacy supply issues and lack of physician notification.SS=D
Failure to provide pharmaceutical services that assure accurate acquiring, receiving, dispensing, and administering of drugs and biologicals to meet resident needs.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 71 Missed doses: 4 Sampled residents: 8 Resident age: 45
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nurses (LPNs) Employees #01, #08, and #81Interviewed regarding care and medication administration for the resident.
Regional Nurse Employee #91Interviewed regarding pharmacy supply issues and medication delays.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Dec 28, 2011
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Complaint investigation for complaint #11314 conducted from 12/27/11 to 12/28/11.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no citations were issued.
Complaint Details
Complaint #11314 was unsubstantiated with no citations issued.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 11314
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 10, 2011
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This document is a Plan of Correction related to deficiencies identified during a prior inspection of the facility.
Findings
The report identifies a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, including Medicaid-related information.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 69 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 18, 2011
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to substantiated allegations of neglect reported by residents and their families.
Findings
The facility failed to immediately report all allegations of neglect to State officials as required by law, affecting two residents. The investigation revealed concerns about resident care, including inaccessible call lights, empty water pitchers, improperly connected oxygen, and unresolved pain management issues.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #11273 substantiated with deficiencies cited. The facility failed to report allegations of neglect involving two residents (#10 and #17) to State officials in a timely manner.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to immediately report allegations of neglect to State officials as required by law.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 69 Complaint reference number: 11273
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorProvided facility records of self-reported allegations of abuse/neglect
Interim Director of Nursing (DON)Spoke with staff and reeducated regarding resident #10's concerns
Social WorkerAcknowledged filling out family concern form but did not report to State officials as neglect
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Oct 3, 2011
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The document is a Plan of Correction related to deficiencies identified during a prior inspection of the facility Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 69 Deficiencies: 3 Aug 25, 2011
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (reference #11204) which was unsubstantiated but resulted in unrelated deficiencies being cited.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure of direct care staff to wear identification badges, failure to provide appropriate care for a resident experiencing respiratory distress, and failure to follow physician orders to prevent falls by ensuring safety mats were in place and beds were in the lowest position for four residents.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #11204 was unsubstantiated but unrelated deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 2 SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Direct care staff failed to display identification badges while providing care, affecting resident ability to identify staff and potentially impacting abuse or neglect investigations.SS=E
Failure to provide appropriate care and services to a resident experiencing respiratory distress, including not applying oxygen as ordered.SS=D
Failure to ensure resident environment was free of accident hazards and provide adequate supervision/devices to prevent accidents, specifically failure to maintain beds in lowest position and place safety mats as ordered.SS=E
Report Facts
Staff not wearing identification badges: 4 Residents sampled: 6 Residents with fall prevention deficiencies: 4 Facility census: 69
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employees #40, #43, #85, and #81 were identified as staff not wearing identification badges.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Employee #81, an agency LPN, failed to apply oxygen to resident in respiratory distress.
Nursing AssistantEmployee #43 admitted forgetting to place safety mats by resident's bed.
Registered Nurse (RN)Employee #85 agreed bed should be in low position and lowered it.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 73 Deficiencies: 6 May 4, 2011
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Complaint investigation triggered by complaint reference #11123, substantiated with deficiencies cited related to resident care and facility compliance.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to revise care plans after identifying resident constipation, failure to provide timely medication administration, failure to provide care according to residents' care plans (e.g., aspiration precautions), failure to maintain resident bowel protocols, and failure to prevent accident hazards related to gastrostomy tube care.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #11123 was substantiated with deficiencies cited related to resident care and facility compliance.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 4 Level E: 1 Level G: 1
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to revise interdisciplinary care plan after identifying Resident #40 had no bowel movement for at least 7 days, resulting in 12 days without intervention.Level D
Medication pass not completed within facility policy timeframes; medications not signed off properly.Level E
Failure to provide care per plan for Resident #7 by not elevating head of bed during enteral feeding to prevent aspiration.Level D
Failure to provide care and services to maintain highest practicable well-being, including failure to assess and intervene for Resident #40's constipation.Level G
Failure to implement appropriate measures to prevent complications from gastrostomy tubes for Residents #40 and #7, including improper positioning and failure to monitor bowel movements.Level D
Failure to maintain a resident environment free of accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent accidents for Residents #7 and #40.Level D
Report Facts
Facility census: 73 Days without bowel movement: 12 Medication pass completion time: 11.55 Medication pass completion time: 11.35 Medication administration start time: 9.4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #73Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC)Completed MDS for Resident #40 and identified no bowel movement for 7-day period but failed to document or ensure intervention.
Employee #74Licensed Practical NursePerformed medication pass with late completion and failure to sign off medications.
Employee #76Director of NursingNotified of deficiencies including medication pass issues and resident care concerns.
Employee #3Licensed Practical NurseAssigned nurse for Resident #40, unaware of resident's constipation and bowel movement status.
Employee #83RN Unit ManagerMonitored medication passes and performed physical assessment of Resident #40 revealing discomfort.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jan 27, 2011
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to complaint reference #11019.
Findings
The complaint was substantiated; however, no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #11019 was substantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Dec 15, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint reference #10322.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #10322 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 7 Jul 30, 2010
Visit Reason
Complaint investigation triggered by substantiated complaints #10194 and #10195 regarding resident-to-resident altercations and care concerns.
Findings
The facility failed to report resident-to-resident altercations resulting in injuries, did not provide care respecting residents' dignity regarding bathing preferences, failed to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop care plans for residents with aggressive behaviors, and failed to provide proper treatment and monitoring for a diabetic resident's infected toe wound. Additionally, nurse staffing data was incomplete and clinical records were not fully accurate or complete.
Complaint Details
Complaint references #10194 and #10195 were substantiated with deficiencies cited related to resident-to-resident altercations and care issues.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=E: 1 SS=G: 1 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (7)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to report two resident-to-resident altercations resulting in injuries requiring medical intervention.SS=D
Failed to provide care respecting residents' dignity and bathing preferences; residents often received partial baths instead of scheduled showers.SS=E
Failed to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop care plans addressing physically abusive behaviors of Resident #68.SS=D
Failed to develop comprehensive care plans addressing diabetic foot care and aggressive behaviors for Residents #69 and #68.SS=D
Failed to provide treatment and monitoring for diabetic Resident #69's infected toe wound, resulting in hospitalization.SS=G
Failed to include total number of actual nursing hours worked in daily nurse staffing posting.SS=B
Failed to maintain complete and accurate clinical records for Residents #69 and #38, including treatment documentation and dialysis attendance.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 68 Number of incidents of resident-to-resident abuse: 4 Number of residents sampled: 4 Number of residents with bathing issues: 7 Number of missed dressing changes: 5 Number of missing nurse initials on treatment sheets: 8
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #64Social WorkerConfirmed facility was to report all resident-to-resident altercations resulting in injury
Employee #81Corporate ConsultantOversaw care plan team; stated no social worker was available to address behaviors
Employee #70Assessment NurseVerified no care plan for Resident #69's foot care needs
Employee #77Assessment NurseVerified no care plan for Resident #69's foot care needs
Employee #37NurseInitialed treatment on Resident #69's toe on a day resident was not present
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jun 26, 2010
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction related to deficiencies identified during a prior inspection of the facility.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).Level C
Report Facts
Provider/Supplier Identification Number: 515174
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jun 15, 2010
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction related to regulatory compliance for the facility Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, including Medicaid-related information.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10), including Medicaid-related notifications.Level C
Report Facts
Deficiency ID: 156
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 5 May 27, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint references #10136 and #10146 which were substantiated with deficiencies cited, and complaint reference #10147 which was unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to monitor and assess signs of eye infection, failure to provide timely feeding assistance, inadequate pressure sore assessment and care, failure to provide proper respiratory care including oxygen administration, and failure to obtain ordered laboratory services.
Complaint Details
Complaint references #10136 and #10146 were substantiated with deficiencies cited. Complaint reference #10147 was unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 5
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to monitor and assess signs and symptoms of an eye infection for Resident #17.SS=D
Failure to provide timely care and services to maintain good nutrition for Resident #24 who was unable to feed herself.SS=D
Failure to assess pressure sores weekly and properly document wound care for Resident #73, including inaccurate staging and failure to update care plan.SS=D
Failure to ensure proper respiratory care by not providing portable oxygen to Resident #17 while in wheelchair.SS=D
Failure to obtain laboratory services for urinalysis and urine culture and sensitivity as ordered for Resident #17.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Resident sample size: 11 Minutes delay: 50 Oxygen flow rate: 3 Dates of wound assessments: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Temporary agency nursing assistant (Employee #77)Attempted to assess Resident #24's needs
Nursing assistant (Employee #29)Fed Resident #24 and noted missing utensils
Employee #78Corporate nurseAcknowledged missing wound care assessments and documentation for Resident #73
Employee #47Registered nurseObserved oxygen tank off for Resident #17 and confirmed lab tests were not obtained
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 4 May 7, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on complaint reference #10125, which was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to ensure the legal representative's rights to make medical decisions for a resident, inadequate supervision leading to resident accidents, failure to maintain an infection control program, and failure to provide proper notice of resident rights and services.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #10125 was substantiated with deficiencies cited related to resident rights, supervision, and infection control.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 1 SS=D: 1 SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to assure the legal representative was afforded the right to make medical decisions, including the right to refuse treatment, for one resident.SS=D
Facility failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent a resident from running her wheelchair into other residents in the dining room.SS=E
Facility failed to establish and maintain an infection control program to investigate, control, and prevent infections, including lack of tracking urinary tract infections.SS=E
Facility failed to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 68 Residents with UTIs on 100 hallway: 5 Residents with UTIs on 300 hallway: 3 Residents observed in dining room: 12 Sampled residents reviewed: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Interim Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding infection control program and UTI tracking
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Apr 8, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint reference #10062.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #10062 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 72 Deficiencies: 13 Jan 7, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted concurrently with complaint investigations and the facility's annual Federal Medicare/Medicaid certification resurvey and State licensure inspection.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to ensure health care decisions were made by the appointed representative, failure to resolve resident grievances, incorrect transfer/discharge notices, failure to conduct thorough abuse investigations and report to state agencies, failure to obtain required criminal background checks, incomplete comprehensive assessments and care plans, failure to revise care plans as needed, failure to provide care to maintain highest practicable well-being including failure to initiate CPR as ordered, failure to provide services to maintain or improve residents' ability to eat, failure to provide ordered treatment for pressure ulcers, failure to provide appropriate urinary incontinence treatment and assessment, and failure to properly label and discard insulin vials.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #9302 was substantiated with deficiencies cited. Complaint reference #9368 was unsubstantiated with unrelated deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=G: 1 SS=E: 2 SS=D: 7 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (13)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure each resident's health care decisions were made by the individual appointed by the resident.SS=D
Failed to resolve grievances for residents desiring to eat meals in the main dining room.SS=D
Failed to correctly communicate contact information of state agencies in transfer/discharge notices.SS=B
Failed to thoroughly investigate and report all allegations of resident abuse/neglect to State agencies.SS=E
Failed to obtain statewide criminal background checks for eight employees and out-of-state check for one employee.
Failed to conduct accurate comprehensive assessments, including urinary continence status.SS=D
Failed to develop comprehensive care plans with measurable goals and interventions addressing residents' needs.SS=D
Failed to revise care plans as changes occurred in care needs and services received.SS=D
Failed to ensure care and services to attain or maintain highest practicable well-being, including failure to initiate CPR as ordered.SS=G
Failed to ensure residents received services to maintain or improve ability to eat; residents were improperly positioned during meals.SS=D
Failed to provide treatment and services to promote healing of pressure ulcers; dressing changes not done as ordered.SS=D
Failed to provide treatment and services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore bladder function; voiding diaries incomplete and no analysis of patterns.SS=D
Failed to label and discard opened insulin vials after 30 days as required.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Deficiencies cited: 12 Insulin vial date: 30 Residents sampled: 13 Complaint forms reviewed: 19 Employees sampled: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #95Social WorkerInterviewed regarding health care decision making and abuse allegations
Employee #67NurseInterviewed regarding pressure ulcer care and dressing changes
Employee #89Personnel StaffInterviewed regarding employee background checks
Employee #78Medication NurseAcknowledged insulin vial labeling and discarding procedures
Employee #58Medication NurseAcknowledged insulin vial labeling and discarding procedures
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding multiple deficiencies including care planning, abuse investigations, and insulin vial management
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed during exit conference and regarding dining area grievances
Inspection Report Routine Census: 72 Deficiencies: 3 Jan 6, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was a routine survey to assess compliance with life safety code standards and other regulatory requirements at the facility.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain corridor doors to close and latch without impediment, had obstructed exit access due to equipment and extension cords in egress paths, and used a relocatable power tap in a patient care area, violating NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and National Electrical Code standards.
Severity Breakdown
SS=B: 2 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to maintain all corridor doors to close and latch without impediment; resident room doors obstructed by floor mats.SS=B
Facility failed to maintain all exits readily accessible; patient lifts and extension cords obstructed egress paths.SS=C
Facility failed to maintain electrical wiring in accordance with NFPA 70 by using a relocatable power tap in a patient care area.SS=B
Report Facts
Facility census: 72 Patient lifts observed: 5 Patient lifts observed: 4 Blood pressure machines observed: 1
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jul 3, 2009
Visit Reason
The document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction related to regulatory compliance for Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 1 May 28, 2009
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation, including substantiated and unsubstantiated complaints, to assess compliance with care standards.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that residents receiving oxygen therapy were provided oxygen in accordance with physician's orders, as evidenced by multiple residents having empty portable oxygen tanks and not wearing nasal cannulas during the inspection.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #9087 was substantiated with deficiencies cited; complaint reference #9150 was unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure residents received oxygen therapy according to physician's orders, with portable oxygen tanks observed empty and residents not wearing nasal cannulas as ordered.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 70 Residents sampled: 5 Residents with oxygen therapy issues: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Social WorkerEmployee #88 mentioned in relation to oxygen tank monitoring and resident observations
NurseEmployee #52 mentioned in relation to oxygen tank replacement and staff practices
Nursing AssistantEmployee #41 mentioned in relation to oxygen tank checks
NurseEmployee #6 mentioned in relation to oxygen tank replacement for Resident #30
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 25, 2008
Visit Reason
The document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction related to regulatory compliance for a healthcare facility.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand.Level C
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 58 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 8, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code standards, specifically the maintenance, testing, and inspection of the fire alarm system in the facility.
Findings
The facility failed to inspect and test all components of the fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72, specifically the exit doors equipped with magnetic locking devices were not inspected and tested as required.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inspect and test all components of the fire alarm system, including exit doors with magnetic locking devices, in accordance with NFPA 72.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 58 Deficiency count: 1
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 61 Deficiencies: 14 Oct 2, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted concurrently with complaint investigations and the facility's annual Federal Medicare/Medicaid certification resurvey and State licensure inspection.
Findings
The facility was cited for multiple deficiencies including failure to thoroughly investigate a neglect allegation, inconsistent care by temporary agency staff, dignity and respect issues, inadequate activities, inaccurate assessments and care plans, improper delegation of nursing assessments, medication administration errors, failure to maintain highest practicable well-being, inadequate ADL care, improper pressure sore assessment and treatment, failure to prevent urinary tract infections, and failure to maintain proper nurse staffing postings.
Complaint Details
Complaint references #2-8265, #2-8276, and #2-8277 were unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies cited. Complaint reference #2-8272 was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 1 SS=D: 8 SS=E: 4
Deficiencies (14)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to thoroughly investigate one of four reportable allegations of neglect by a nursing assistant.SS=D
Failure to provide individualized care and maintain dignity due to inconsistent use of temporary agency staff.SS=E
Failure to ensure residents were treated with dignity; observed oxygen cannula misplacement.SS=D
Failure to provide a variety of activities to meet residents' interests, especially in evenings.SS=E
Failure to conduct accurate and comprehensive resident assessments; one resident's pressure ulcer not coded on MDS.SS=D
Failure to develop comprehensive care plans with measurable goals and individualized interventions for multiple residents.SS=E
Failure to ensure nursing assessments were performed within RN scope; LPNs performed assessments requiring RN judgment; medication administration documentation errors.SS=E
Failure to provide necessary care and services to maintain highest practicable well-being; pacemaker monitoring and skin tear prevention inadequate.SS=D
Failure to provide services to assist a resident to maintain independent eating skills; resident not prompted to use utensils.SS=D
Failure to provide grooming services to dependent residents; multiple residents had long, unclean nails and facial hair.SS=E
Failure to properly assess and treat pressure ulcers; one ulcer misclassified as Stage II instead of Stage III; weekly assessments not performed.SS=D
Failure to ensure residents without catheters were assessed and treated to prevent urinary tract infections and restore bladder function; inadequate assessment and care planning for incontinence.SS=D
Failure to maintain resident with gastrostomy tube in elevated position during feeding to prevent aspiration pneumonia.SS=D
Failure to post required nurse staffing information for public review on a daily basis; postings were blank for multiple shifts.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 61 Deficiencies cited: 14 Residents sampled: 13 Residents with pressure ulcers: 6 Residents with grooming deficits: 6 Residents with urinary incontinence assessed: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #83Care Plan NurseInterviewed regarding care plan deficiencies and assessments
Employee #78NursePerformed wound assessments and treatments
Employee #52Registered NursePreviously performed skin assessments
Employee #19NurseObserved pouring medications and initialing MARs before administration
Employee #36NurseCompleted nurse staffing posting after finding it blank
Employee #80NurseInterviewed regarding pacemaker monitoring
Employee #22Nursing AssistantAssisted nurse with wound treatment
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Aug 5, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint reference #2-8194.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the inspection.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-8194 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 1 May 21, 2008
Visit Reason
The visit was a paper revisit to review compliance and corrective actions.
Findings
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction related to resident rights and notification requirements. Specific deficiencies are noted but detailed findings are not fully provided in this excerpt.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents of their rights and all rules and regulations governing resident conduct and responsibilities during their stay.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 65 Deficiencies: 2 Apr 17, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-8115, which was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents, specifically failing to provide staff with proper lift and transfer information for nine sampled residents, resulting in an injury to one resident. Additionally, the facility failed to accurately document clinical records related to meal intake for residents on an oral diet.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-8115 was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to ensure staff had access to information to safely lift and transfer nine of fifteen sampled residents, resulting in an injury to one resident.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain accurate clinical records related to meal intake for residents on an oral diet.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 65 Residents sampled: 15 Residents affected: 8 Residents adversely affected: 1 Meal intake documentation dates: 2
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 51 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 18, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was a third follow-up survey conducted to verify compliance with previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The tags F309 and F334 were found to be in compliance during this follow-up survey. No deficiencies were cited during this visit.
Report Facts
Sample size: 8
Inspection Report Routine Census: 64 Deficiencies: 2 Feb 28, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with quality of care standards, resident rights, and immunization policies at the nursing facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in providing necessary care to Resident #26, specifically failing to maintain proper fingernail care and hand protection. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure that nine residents were offered influenza immunizations according to policy.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to assure Resident #26's fingernails were trimmed to prevent injury and failure to instruct nursing staff to place a device in the resident's contracted right hand to prevent moisture accumulation and relieve pressure.SS=D
Failure to assure that each resident was offered an influenza immunization in accordance with facility policies, affecting nine residents.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 64 Residents affected by influenza immunization deficiency: 9 Length of scratch on Resident #26: 7 Fingernail length: 0.5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingAssessed Resident #26's fingernails and palm; provided list of residents with consent forms for influenza vaccine
Nurse (Employee #55)Assessed scratch and fingernails of Resident #26
Nursing staff member (Employee #80)Discontinued care plan portion for Resident #26's right hand and intended to develop new care plan
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Feb 28, 2008
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-8056, which was unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies cited. The investigation was conducted concurrently with a second revisit to the facility's annual Medicare/Medicaid certification survey.
Findings
The complaint was found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited related to the complaint. Any deficiencies resulting from non-compliance with certification requirements found during the concurrent revisit will appear on a separate Statement of Deficiencies.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-8056 was unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Feb 21, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-8046.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-8046 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jan 23, 2008
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-8010.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-8010 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 70 Deficiencies: 10 Dec 20, 2007
Visit Reason
Revisit survey to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies and assess ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to notify physicians timely, failure to post survey results, improper enteral feeding procedures, inadequate pain management, delayed lab testing, unsecured medication carts, incomplete infection control practices, poor hand hygiene, and ineffective quality assurance processes. Some deficiencies were repeated from prior surveys and some resulted in actual harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 6 SS=E: 1 SS=F: 3 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (10)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify resident's physician timely about change in condition related to antibiotic administration.SS=D
Failure to post most recent survey results for public viewing.SS=B
Failure to follow enteral feeding policy by not re-instilling aspirated stomach contents and failure to treat gastric tube site properly.SS=D
Failure to provide pain medication as ordered and failure to maintain emergency drug box stock.SS=D
Failure to obtain timely laboratory testing for urinary symptoms and hemoglobin/hematocrit.SS=D
Medication cart left unlocked and unattended creating an accident hazard.SS=E
Failure to maintain emergency drug box stocked with required medications.SS=D
Failure to implement effective infection control program including improper glove use and unclear isolation precautions.SS=F
Failure of staff to perform proper hand hygiene according to facility policy.SS=F
Failure of governing body to correct previously cited deficiencies related to quality of care, resident assessment, medical care, and pharmacy services.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 70 Residents sampled: 9 OxyContin tablets missing: 5 Medication administration missed: 3 Emergency drug box medication counts: 2 Emergency drug box medication counts: 4 Emergency drug box medication counts: 4 Emergency drug box medication counts: 1 Emergency drug box medication counts: 7 Emergency drug box medication counts: 2 Emergency drug box medication counts: 0 Emergency drug box medication counts: 8 Emergency drug box medication counts: 1 Emergency drug box medication counts: 0 Emergency drug box medication counts: 4 Emergency drug box medication counts: 5 Emergency drug box medication counts: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #97Registered NurseInterviewed regarding failure to notify physician timely and medication availability issues
Employee #15Staff Development Coordinator / NurseInterviewed regarding infection control, medication administration, and quality assurance
Employee #72Licensed Practical NurseObserved performing dressing change without changing gloves
Employee #39Licensed Practical NurseObserved verifying feeding tube placement and hand hygiene
Employee #82Director of NursingInterviewed regarding quality assurance program and isolation precautions
Employee #98Nurse ConsultantInterviewed regarding infection control and isolation precautions
Employee #49Licensed Practical NurseAssisted with emergency drug box medication count
Employee #81AdministratorVerified survey results were not posted for public viewing
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 69 Deficiencies: 15 Oct 26, 2007
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of a comprehensive annual survey to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident rights, protection of resident funds, transfer and discharge requirements, staff treatment of residents, resident assessments, care planning, medication administration, pharmacy services, environmental conditions, and laboratory services.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including improper authorization for handling resident funds, failure to provide required transfer/discharge information, incomplete abuse registry checks, failure to report and investigate neglect complaints, incomplete and inaccurate resident assessments, inadequate care planning, medication errors including failure to administer medications with food and failure to maintain accurate controlled drug records, failure to obtain ordered stool cultures, and environmental issues such as water leakage and damaged shower floors.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 10 SS=C: 1 SS=B: 2 SS=G: 1 SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (15)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility administrator signed authorization forms for handling resident funds without legal authority for two residents.SS=D
Facility failed to provide residents with required information regarding transfer/discharge rights and contacts.SS=B
Facility failed to complete abuse registry checks for non-nurse aide employees and failed to report and investigate neglect complaints.SS=C
Facility failed to complete comprehensive MDS assessments for significant changes in resident status for two residents.SS=D
Facility failed to complete accurate resident assessments and failed to date corrected assessments accurately.SS=D
Facility failed to develop and revise comprehensive care plans to address resident needs and changes in condition for multiple residents.SS=D
Facility failed to have a care plan completed within 7 days for a resident admitted 33 days prior.SS=D
Facility failed to verify gastric tube placement prior to administration of water for one resident.SS=D
Facility failed to provide necessary care and services including identification and treatment of skin issues, bowel management, and daily weights for residents.SS=G
Facility used antipsychotic drugs without adequate indications and failed to document clinical rationale for dose continuation for residents.SS=E
Facility failed to administer medication according to physician orders and manufacturer's directions for one resident.SS=D
Facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services that assure accurate acquiring, receiving, dispensing, and administering of drugs, including maintaining accurate controlled drug records and proper labeling.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment, including water leakage and damaged shower floors.SS=B
Facility failed to provide or obtain timely laboratory services as ordered for residents treated for Clostridium difficile infection.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain complete, accurate, and accessible clinical records, including transcription errors in physician orders.SS=D
Report Facts
Residents with personal funds authorization issue: 2 Residents with incomplete abuse registry check: 3 Neglect complaints not reported: 7 Residents with significant change MDS not completed: 2 Residents with inaccurate assessments: 1 Residents with incomplete care plans: 1 Residents with medication errors: 1 Residents without daily weights as ordered: 1 Medications in disposal bin: 69 Residents with missing stool cultures: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee #2BookkeeperPresented resident fund authorization documents
Employee #54NurseInterviewed about transfer/discharge information
Employee #4NurseInterviewed about transfer/discharge information
Employee #71Social WorkerInterviewed about transfer/discharge information
Employee #26Interim AdministratorAcknowledged neglect complaints and reporting issues
Employee #79MDS CoordinatorDiscussed resident assessments and care plans
Employee #20Licensed Practical NurseAssisted with medication room inspection and skin inspection
Employee #69Licensed Practical NurseObserved flushing gastric tube without placement verification
Employee #51Licensed Practical NurseObserved medication administration error with Renagel
Employee #78Interim Director of NursingInterviewed about medication errors and care plans
Employee #40Licensed Practical NurseAssigned to inventory discontinued medications
Inspection Report Census: 68 Deficiencies: 4 Oct 25, 2007
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with NFPA life safety code standards related to fire safety, ventilation, electrical wiring, and resident rights in the facility.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain and inspect the range hood extinguishing system within the required six-month interval, did not maintain penetrations of smoke barrier walls by ventilation ducts as required, and had electrical wiring issues including the use of an extension cord in the Nurse Lounge. The facility also had deficiencies related to informing residents of their rights and services.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 3 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to maintain and inspect the range hood extinguishing system as required by NFPA 96; inspection reports exceeded the six-month interval.SS=C
Failed to maintain penetrations of smoke barrier walls by ventilation ducts in accordance with NFPA 90A; no evidence of inspection of smoke dampers for previous four years.SS=C
Failed to maintain all electrical wiring in accordance with NFPA 70; electrical extension cord observed in use in Nurse Lounge.SS=B
Failed to inform residents orally and in writing of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 68 Inspection interval months: 6 Inspection report dates: 2 Years without smoke damper inspection: 4
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Apr 17, 2007
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified during a prior inspection of the facility.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).Level C
Report Facts
Deficiency ID: 156
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Feb 15, 2007
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-7037.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-7037 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 7, 2006
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction related to deficiencies identified during a prior inspection of the facility.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand.Level C
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 69 Deficiencies: 5 Sep 21, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted concurrently with the facility's annual Medicare/Medicaid certification survey and included a complaint investigation which was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in several areas including failure to involve a resident with capacity in formulating advance directives, failure to obtain written authorization to handle resident funds, failure to immediately report and investigate an incident of neglect resulting in a resident fall with injury, failure to develop comprehensive care plans addressing identified issues for two residents, and failure to provide adequate supervision to prevent a resident from falling out of bed.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-6225 was unsubstantiated with no related deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to ensure a resident with capacity was involved in formulating her own advance directives.SS=D
Facility failed to obtain written authorization to handle funds for one resident.SS=D
Facility failed to immediately report and thoroughly investigate an incident of neglect involving a resident who fell out of bed and sustained a head injury.SS=D
Facility failed to develop comprehensive care plans to address areas identified through resident assessment protocols for two residents.SS=D
Facility failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent a resident with Huntington's chorea from falling out of bed, resulting in injury.SS=G
Report Facts
Facility census: 69 Sampled residents: 15 Residents with care plan deficiencies: 2 Residents with fund authorization deficiency: 1 Residents involved in neglect incident: 1 Incident date: 2006
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA-ACertified Nurse AideWitnessed Resident #34 fall and provided statements regarding incident
CNA-BCertified Nurse AideCared for Resident #34 during fall incident
Director of NursesDirector of NursingProvided information on training and disciplinary actions related to fall incident
Social WorkerConfirmed Resident #1 had capacity but daughter signed POST form
Business Office ManagerConfirmed lack of written authorization for handling Resident #42's funds
Registered NurseRNResponsible for MDS assessments and care plans; acknowledged care plan deficiencies for Residents #1 and #21
AdministratorFacility AdministratorAcknowledged failure to investigate and report neglect incident involving Resident #34
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 69 Deficiencies: 4 Sep 21, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine annual survey to assess compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining readily accessible exits and egress paths, failing to perform required sensitivity testing on smoke detectors, and not providing metal containers with self-closing covers in designated smoking areas.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 2 SS=F: 1 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Exit access was not maintained to be readily accessible; the delayed-egress locking device on the front entrance did not initiate an alarm or activate the releasing process when tested.SS=C
Unattended items stored in corridor egress path including patient lifts, blood pressure machines, and an empty geri-chair.SS=C
Facility failed to inspect and test all smoke detectors in accordance with NFPA 72; no documented evidence of current sensitivity testing.SS=F
Facility failed to provide metal containers with self-closing covers in all designated smoking areas.SS=B
Report Facts
Facility census: 69 Patient lifts stored: 4 Blood pressure machines stored: 2 Empty geri-chair stored: 1
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jul 20, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint referenced as #2-6173.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference: #2-6173. The complaint was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Report Facts
Complaint reference number: 26173
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jun 7, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint reference #2-6125.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-6125 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 May 11, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-6086.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-6086 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 29, 2006
Visit Reason
This document is a plan of correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified during a prior survey of the facility.
Findings
The document references a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally, but does not provide detailed findings beyond this.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility must inform residents orally and in writing of their rights, rules, services, and charges, including Medicaid-related information.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 3 Feb 15, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-6029, which was substantiated with unrelated deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility was found to have not honored a resident's request for prescribed sleeping medication, withheld at the family's request, and failed to have a physician sign and date a progress note. Additionally, clinical records lacked proper dating on activities of daily living flow records for the resident.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-6029 was substantiated with unrelated deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
Level A: 2 Level D: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility did not honor the request of a resident with capacity for a prescribed sleeping medication by withholding the medication at the family's request.Level D
Physician did not sign or date a progress note for Resident #72.Level A
Facility did not date the activities of daily living (ADL) flow records for Resident #72.Level A
Report Facts
Closed records reviewed: 3 ADL flow records missing dates: 2 Medication dosage: 5
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Feb 13, 2006
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified during a prior inspection of the facility.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand.Level C
Report Facts
Deficiency ID: 156
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 3 Jan 11, 2006
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (reference #2-6002) which was substantiated and included related and unrelated deficiencies.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in several areas including failure to properly manage health care surrogate appointments for a resident, failure to provide necessary care and services to maintain a resident's well-being, and failure to ensure a bed alarm was functioning to prevent accidents. Specific incidents included two health care surrogates simultaneously authorized for one resident, a resident who fell twice and was not admitted properly, and a non-functioning bed alarm for another resident.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-6002 was substantiated with related and unrelated deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
Level A: 1 Level D: 2
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure only one health care surrogate was appointed for Resident #28, resulting in two surrogates simultaneously making decisions.Level A
Failure to provide care and services to maintain the highest practicable well-being for Resident #75, who fell twice and was not properly admitted.Level D
Failure to ensure bed alarm was functioning correctly for Resident #67, resulting in increased fall risk.Level D
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 8 Falls: 2 Bed alarm order date: Jan 9, 2006
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingReported Resident #75 was never considered admitted and provided information on the resident's falls and admission status
Social WorkerSocial WorkerInterviewed regarding health care surrogate appointments for Resident #28
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Dec 28, 2005
Visit Reason
Paper revisit to review the facility's plan of correction related to previously identified deficiencies.
Findings
The document contains a statement of deficiencies and a plan of correction addressing resident rights and notification requirements. No new deficiencies or severity levels are explicitly stated.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents of their rights and rules in a language they understand, including Medicaid-related notifications.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 67 Deficiencies: 4 Nov 16, 2005
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-5293, which was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to notify the resident's legal representative of an accident resulting in a broken hip, inappropriate use of an indwelling urinary catheter without physician order, failure to conduct a drug regimen review for unnecessary medications, and incomplete clinical records with inaccurate incident report documentation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-5293 was substantiated with deficiencies cited related to notification failures, medication management, and clinical record keeping.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify resident's legal representative or interested family member immediately after an accident resulting in injury requiring physician intervention.SS=D
Resident with indwelling urinary catheter without physician order and failure to implement bladder retraining as ordered.SS=D
Failure to ensure drug regimen review was completed to assess unnecessary medication use.SS=D
Clinical records contained incomplete resident assessment protocol (RAP) summary forms and inaccurate incident report times.SS=D
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 5 Facility census: 67 Deficiencies cited: 4
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Oct 24, 2005
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction related to a previously conducted survey of the facility Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC.
Findings
The document includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand, as required by regulation 483.10(b)(5)-(10).
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges in writing and orally in a language they understand.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Deficiencies: 3 Sep 1, 2005
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-5216, substantiated with deficiencies cited related to resident safety and facility compliance.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure a safe resident environment by placing side rails on Resident #66's bed without a physician's order or proper assessment, resulting in a serious injury requiring surgical repair. Additionally, the facility failed to assemble Resident #44's bed per manufacturer's instructions and did not secure mattresses properly for 41 residents with side rails, creating hazards due to mattress sliding and gaps.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-5216 was substantiated with deficiencies cited related to resident safety and facility compliance.
Severity Breakdown
SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Use of side rails on Resident #66's bed without physician's order and inadequate assessment, resulting in serious injury.SS=G
Resident #44's bed not assembled per manufacturer's instructions.
Mattresses for 41 residents with side rails were not secured to prevent sliding, creating potential hazards.
Report Facts
Facility census: 71 Skin tear size: 12 Skin tear size: 4 Number of residents with unsecured mattresses: 41
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Aug 12, 2005
Visit Reason
The document is a plan of correction related to a paper revisit survey conducted at the facility.
Findings
The report includes a deficiency related to the facility's obligation to inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges both orally and in writing in a language they understand.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to properly inform residents of their rights, rules, services, and charges as required.Level C
Report Facts
Provider/Supplier Identification Number: 515174
Inspection Report Routine Census: 68 Deficiencies: 8 Jul 7, 2005
Visit Reason
Routine inspection of Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident care, staff treatment, medication administration, infection control, environmental safety, and clinical record keeping.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including staff awareness of abuse protocols, failure to monitor and assess residents' vascular access and medication effectiveness, inadequate documentation of treatments and personal care, improper handling of clean linens, malfunctioning environmental safety features, and failure to notify an employee of the central abuse registry. Several residents' care plans and medication regimens were not properly followed or documented.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=E: 3 SS=C: 1 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
One of five employees interviewed was not aware of how to respond appropriately to staff-to-resident altercations.SS=D
Failed to monitor and assess a dialysis resident's vascular access for signs of dysfunction or infection.SS=E
Failed to properly assess and document effectiveness of pain medication, follow physician's orders for lab studies, intake/output, blood sugar monitoring, nebulizer treatments, blood pressure medication administration, oxygen saturation, and wound care for multiple residents.SS=E
Failed to ensure drug regimen was free from unnecessary drugs; resident received Benadryl and Xanax without adequate assessment and monitoring.SS=D
Nursing staff failed to adhere to policy in handling clean linens, carrying linens improperly against uniforms and below waist level.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain a safe, functional, and sanitary environment including malfunctioning magnetic locking device and non-functional lights and unsanitary caulking in resident rooms.SS=C
Facility failed to notify one employee of the central abuse registry as required by WV Code 15-2C-8.SS=B
Facility nursing staff failed to document personal care rendered to a resident, including catheter care on multiple days.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 68 Number of employees interviewed: 5 Number of sampled residents: 13 Days with no catheter care documented: 7 Days with no catheter care documented: 7 Number of lights not functional: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #4Employee interviewed who was not aware of proper response to staff-to-resident altercation
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding staff orientation to abuse policy and medication monitoring
Environmental Services SupervisorInterviewed regarding staff responsibilities to intervene and report abuse
Charge NurseInterviewed regarding medication administration and oxygen saturation monitoring
Registered Nurse SupervisorInterviewed regarding monitoring of vascular access and documentation of care
BookkeeperInterviewed regarding missing central abuse registry notice in employee file
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 68 Deficiencies: 1 Jul 6, 2005
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code standards, specifically regarding the capacity and placement of soiled linen or trash collection receptacles within the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to have nine 32-gallon soiled linen receptacles stored end-to-end in the 400 wing egress corridor, exceeding the allowed 64 sq ft area without protection as a hazardous area, totaling 288 gallons in 144 sq ft.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Soiled linen or trash collection receptacles exceed the allowed 64 sq ft area within the means of egress and are not located in a protected hazardous area.SS=C
Report Facts
Facility census: 68 Soiled linen receptacles: 9 Soiled linen capacity: 288 Area occupied: 144
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 1 Feb 10, 2005
Visit Reason
The visit was a paper revisit to review the facility's compliance with previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The report contains a statement of deficiencies related to resident rights and notification requirements, but no specific findings or severity levels are detailed in this document.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to inform residents of their rights and all rules and regulations governing resident conduct and responsibilities during their stay.Level C
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 73 Deficiencies: 4 Jan 13, 2005
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-5003, which was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in several areas including failure to properly document determinations of incapacity for residents, failure of nursing staff to maintain fingernail hygiene consistent with infection control standards, failure to clarify physician's wound treatment orders, and failure to provide a pressure relieving device for a resident's wheelchair in a timely manner.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-5003 was substantiated with deficiencies cited related to resident rights, quality of care, and infection control.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 3 Level E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to assure that determinations of incapacity for three residents were recorded in a manner consistent with State law.Level D
Nursing staff person assigned to care for resident wounds did not maintain fingernails consistent with standards of practice and facility policy, including wearing an artificial nail.Level E
Failure to clarify a physician's order for wound treatment for one resident, resulting in continued treatments ordered prior to consultation.Level D
Failure to provide a pressure relieving device for a wheelchair for one resident in a timely manner.Level D
Report Facts
Facility census: 73 Sampled resident records: 6 Residents with incapacity documentation issues: 3 Nursing staff wound care observation time: 14.5 Nail length: 0.5 Pressure relieving cushion delay: 14 Date of wound evaluation: Dec 20, 2004 Date physical therapy notified: Oct 12, 2004
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Dec 1, 2004
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-4375.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-4375 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Sep 2, 2004
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-4297, which was found to be unsubstantiated with unrelated deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that accepted standards of clinical practice were followed by not carrying out physician's orders for one sampled resident. Specifically, bladder retraining was not attempted and a physical therapy evaluation for wound debridement was not completed as ordered.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-4297 was unsubstantiated with unrelated deficiencies cited.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to carry out physician's orders for bladder retraining and physical therapy evaluation for wound debridement for Resident #35.Level D
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 5 Resident number: 35
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed on 09/02/04 verifying that bladder retraining and physical therapy evaluation had not been completed
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 3 Jun 23, 2004
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code standards, including exit access, delayed-egress locks, fire-extinguishing equipment for cooking facilities, and soiled linen/trash receptacle capacity.
Findings
The facility failed to meet several Life Safety Code requirements: delayed-egress locks did not require manual relocking after emergency release; not all cooking equipment was protected by fire-extinguishing systems; and soiled linen carts exceeding 32 gallons were located within designated means of egress.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Delayed-egress locks did not require manual relocking after application of force to the releasing device.SS=D
Not all facility cooking equipment is protected by the fire-extinguishing system; specifically, no extinguisher nozzle was located at or serving the electric griddle.SS=D
Soiled linen carts exceeding 32 gallons were located within the designated means of egress.SS=C
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 3 Soiled linen cart capacity: 32 Soiled linen cart area: 8
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 71 Deficiencies: 4 Jun 16, 2004
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a comprehensive annual survey to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident rights, medication administration, dietary services, physician visits, clinical record maintenance, and other care standards.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to record injection sites and medication dosages correctly, unsafe food storage practices, failure to ensure timely physician visits, and incomplete clinical records such as intake/output and bowel movement documentation.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to record the site of subcutaneous injections and administration of incorrect medication doses for residents #65, #67, and #64.SS=D
Failure to store food in a safe manner to prevent rodent and pest infestation, including uncovered sugar, flour, and spaghetti.SS=C
Failure to ensure one resident (#58) was seen by a physician at least once every 30 days after admission.SS=D
Failure to maintain complete and accurate clinical records, including intake/output and bowel records for residents #10, #58, and #64.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 71 Residents sampled: 13 Residents with incomplete records: 3 Residents with injection issues: 3 Residents with physician visit deficiency: 1 Residents affected by dietary deficiency: 66
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 May 3, 2004
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint reference #2-4149.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-4149 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 73 Deficiencies: 9 Jan 7, 2004
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a comprehensive annual survey to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident rights, quality of life, care, environment, infection control, physician services, and administration.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to promote resident dignity, inadequate response to call lights, unsanitary conditions in resident heating/air conditioning units, incomplete care plans, missed ordered blood sugar checks, poor infection control practices in laundry handling, untimely physician visits, and incomplete documentation of nursing staff signatures.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 2 SS=D: 6 SS=A: 1
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to promote dignity for one resident; staff responded disrespectfully on two occasions.SS=D
Failure to assure reasonable accommodations of needs; staff failed to respond to a resident's call for assistance.SS=D
One resident's heating/air conditioning unit was not free of debris.SS=A
Failure to develop a comprehensive care plan describing services for one resident's activities of daily living.SS=D
Failure to provide care and services to promote maintenance of highest practicable physical well-being; missed accu-checks for one resident.SS=D
Laundry personnel did not handle linens to prevent spread of infection; poor infection control practices observed.SS=F
Laundry policies and procedures did not fully describe handling of soiled linens to prevent cross-contamination.SS=F
Three residents were not seen by a physician every 60 days as required.SS=D
Medical records were not documented to allow easy identification of personnel signatures.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 73 Missed accu-checks: 9 Number of residents reviewed for physician visits: 5 Number of residents with untimely physician visits: 3 Number of laundry hampers/barrels moved with same gloves: 7
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding dignity incidents, call light response, and medication administration records
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed regarding laundry procedures and infection control
Shift SupervisorShift SupervisorAssisted in review of physician visits
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 14, 2003
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced as #2-3213, which was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility did not have all the foods available to correlate with their three-day emergency disaster menu, and the refrigerator and freezer are not connected to the emergency generator, so supplies there could not be counted in the emergency food supply.
Complaint Details
Complaint reference #2-3213 was substantiated with deficiencies cited.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Facility's food supplies did not fully correlate with the three-day emergency menu; missing canned foods included orange juice, milk, beef stew, ravioli, chili, fruit cocktail, pears, tapioca, and carrots.
Report Facts
Facility census: 70 Deficiency completion date: Plan of correction completion date set for 12/12/03
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 1 Jun 26, 2003
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted based on a telephoned complaint from a local hospital regarding the facility's failure to send the appropriate resident record with a resident transferred to the hospital.
Findings
The facility failed to promote the maintenance of quality of life for one resident by sending the wrong resident's record to the hospital, which contained incorrect advance directive information. The appropriate record was sent upon discovery of the error.
Complaint Details
Based on a telephoned complaint from social services at Thomas Memorial Hospital dated 05/30/03, the facility sent the record of Resident #17 instead of Resident #71 to the Emergency Room. Resident #71 expired later that day and had no request for CPR, unlike the record sent. The error was documented and corrected upon discovery.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to send the appropriate resident record containing correct information with a resident transferred to the hospital.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 70
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 0 Apr 22, 2003
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to review facility documentation, staff interviews, observations, and performance testing to determine compliance with NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1985.
Findings
The facility was found to be without waivers and in compliance with the provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1985.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 5 Apr 11, 2003
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine annual survey to assess compliance with federal regulations for nursing facilities.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident assessment, quality of care, dietary services, administration of laboratory services, and clinical record maintenance. Specific issues included improper medication administration timing, failure to elevate resident's bed as ordered, inadequate supervision during meals, failure to provide snacks at bedtime, incomplete lab work, and incomplete treatment records.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 1 SS=D: 4
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure residents received services meeting professional standards, including improper timing between inhaler puffs and failure to elevate bed as ordered.SS=D
Failure to provide adequate supervision during meals to prevent possible aspiration for one resident.SS=D
Failure to offer snacks to each resident at bedtime daily.SS=C
Failure to ensure ordered laboratory tests were completed for one resident.SS=D
Failure to maintain complete and accurate clinical records, including incomplete treatment records for multiple residents.SS=D
Report Facts
Number of sampled residents with deficiencies: 13 Number of residents with incomplete treatment records: 5 Number of blank treatment record spaces: 17 Number of blank treatment record spaces: 9 Number of blank treatment record spaces: 4
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Jan 16, 2003
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint numbers 2-3006 and 2-3007.
Findings
The facility failed to provide eye drop medication for resident #70 in a timely manner, with delays noted between the physician's order and medication administration.
Complaint Details
Complaint numbers 2-3006 and 2-3007 were investigated. The deficiency related to delayed medication delivery was substantiated.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility did not receive eye drop medication for resident #70 in a timely manner.SS=D
Report Facts
Complaint numbers: 2
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 70 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 18, 2002
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to Complaint #2-2233 regarding staff treatment of residents, specifically focusing on the failure to report and investigate injuries of unknown origin.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that injuries of unknown origin were reported and investigated in a timely manner. Specifically, Resident #71 had bruising and a fracture that were not properly documented or reported, and the investigation was incomplete and delayed.
Complaint Details
Complaint #2-2233 involved allegations of staff mistreatment and failure to report injuries. The complaint was substantiated by findings that the facility did not report or investigate injuries of unknown origin in a timely manner and failed to properly monitor bruising on Resident #71.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report and investigate injuries of unknown origin for Resident #71.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 70 Dates of injury and investigation: Bruising noted on 4/27/02, pain complaint on 5/15/02, investigation report discovered unfinished on 8/22/02
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Deficiencies: 2 Aug 29, 2002
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaints #2-2193 and #2-2192 regarding failure to notify a resident's legal representative of changes in the resident's status and issues related to quality of care.
Findings
The facility failed to notify Resident #49's legal representative about changes in the resident's condition related to teeth falling out. Additionally, the facility did not ensure that safety alarms were turned on for two residents (#56 and #60) as ordered by the physician.
Complaint Details
Complaint #2-2193 and #2-2192 triggered the investigation. The facility was found to have failed in notifying the legal representative of Resident #49 about changes in status and failed to ensure safety alarms were activated for two residents.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify Resident #49's legal representative when a change in the resident's status occurred related to teeth falling out.SS=D
Failure to ensure safety alarms were turned on for Resident #56 and Resident #60 as ordered by the physician.SS=D
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 4 Resident #49: 1 Census: 71 Residents with alarm issues: 2
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jul 2, 2002
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to review compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code standards, specifically regarding fire drills and staff training on emergency procedures.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in performing fire drills and staff training of emergency procedures, as all fire drills in the first and second quarters of 2002 were conducted only on the day shift, not meeting the requirement of one fire drill per shift per quarter.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility deficient in performing fire drills/staff training of emergency procedures; fire drills only conducted on day shift instead of all shifts quarterly.SS=C
Report Facts
Fire drills conducted: 4 Completion date for plan of correction: Feb 26, 2002
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 67 Deficiencies: 9 Jun 24, 2002
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a comprehensive annual survey to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident rights, quality of care, medication management, physical environment, and clinical record maintenance.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to ensure residents' rights were exercised by legally authorized representatives, inadequate staff training on abuse policies, failure to maintain resident dignity during care, incomplete social and medical histories, unnecessary drug use without proper assessment, unsafe maintenance of emergency equipment, medication administration errors, pharmacist failure to report irregularities, and incomplete or inaccurate clinical records.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=A: 1 SS=C: 1 SS=E: 3
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure a resident's rights were exercised by a surrogate or legal representative chosen in accordance with State law.SS=D
Facility abuse policies did not address staff training and lacked documentation of training.SS=A
Failure to promote care that maintains resident dignity and respect; resident exposed during treatment without appropriate draping.SS=D
Failure to provide medically-related social services; incomplete social history for a resident.SS=D
Failure to ensure residents' drug regimens were free from unnecessary drugs; psychotropic drugs given without adequate indications or periodic assessment.SS=D
Emergency cart not maintained in safe operating condition; no maintenance records or policies for emergency equipment.SS=C
Failure to provide pharmaceutical services assuring accurate dispensing and administration of drugs; lack of resident identification during medication administration.SS=E
Pharmacist failed to identify and report drug irregularities to physician and director of nursing.SS=E
Resident clinical records not maintained with complete and accurate documentation in accordance with professional standards.SS=E
Report Facts
Census: 67 Sampled residents: 13 Deficiencies cited: 9 Residents affected by rights deficiency: 1 Residents affected by unnecessary drug use: 2 Residents with medication administration issues: 6 Residents with clinical record deficiencies: 9
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 Apr 18, 2002
Visit Reason
The document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction following a survey completed on 04/18/2002 at a nursing facility.
Findings
The facility failed to update care plans to reflect the progression or decline of pressure ulcers and changing resident needs for two of three sampled residents. Specifically, care plans did not address new or worsening pressure ulcers or changes in treatment approaches.
Severity Breakdown
SS=C: 1 SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to update care plans to reflect progression or decline of pressure ulcers and changing resident needs for two residents.SS=D
Failure to inform residents of their rights and rules governing conduct during stay.SS=C
Report Facts
Number of sampled residents with care plan deficiencies: 2 Pressure ulcer measurements: 4
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Feb 21, 2002
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with health and safety regulations, specifically focusing on dietary staffing and certification requirements.
Findings
The facility does not have a certified dietary manager as the current dietary manager has not completed the certification course and will not be certified until after passing the exam scheduled in October. This deficiency has the potential to affect all residents requiring dietary services.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Facility does not have a certified dietary manager; current dietary manager has not completed certification course and cannot sit for exam until October.
Report Facts
Lessons remaining for certification: 2 Weeks in position: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
dietary managerCurrent dietary manager interviewed regarding certification status
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 64 Deficiencies: 7 Jan 31, 2002
Visit Reason
Complaint #2-2024 triggered an investigation into the facility's compliance with transfer and discharge requirements, physical restraints, staff treatment of residents, resident assessments, quality of care, dietary services, and clinical record documentation.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to document physician justification for resident transfer, improper use of physical restraints, failure to protect residents from abuse by another resident, incomplete resident assessments, unnecessary use of antipsychotic medication, unsanitary dietary service practices, and inaccurate clinical record documentation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #2-2024 initiated the inspection. The complaint involved issues with resident transfers, use of restraints, resident abuse, assessment accuracy, medication use, dietary sanitation, and clinical record accuracy.
Severity Breakdown
SS=A: 1 SS=D: 4 SS=F: 1 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (7)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to assure that the treating physician documented justification for the transfer of Resident #54.SS=D
Failure to assure that each resident had the right to be free from physical restraints; Resident #15 was restrained for staff convenience without proper evaluation or alternatives.SS=D
Failure to protect residents (#5, #25, #49) from physical abuse inflicted by Resident #54; lack of effective interventions in care plan.SS=D
Failure to ensure that individuals completing portions of resident assessments signed and certified accuracy prior to RN certification for 9 of 10 sampled residents.SS=C
Failure to assure that Resident #15's drug regimen was free from unnecessary drugs; antipsychotic medication was used without adequate indication or monitoring.SS=D
Failure to serve food under sanitary conditions; cold foods held above 41°F, food thermometers not sanitized, and ice served unsanitarily.SS=F
Failure to maintain accurate clinical records; Resident #56's record incorrectly documented diagnosis of Huntington's Chorea.SS=A
Report Facts
Facility census: 64 Number of sampled residents restrained: 1 Number of residents involved in abuse incidents: 3 Number of residents with assessment signature issues: 9 Number of residents with medication issues: 1 Food temperatures: 52 Food temperature: 50
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding restraint evaluation and assessment signature issues
AdministratorSigned transfer notification letter for Resident #54
RN Assessment CoordinatorSigned resident assessments prior to staff signatures
Resident's PhysicianDid not document transfer justification for Resident #54 and confirmed medical record error for Resident #56
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 9 Dec 7, 2001
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a comprehensive annual survey of the nursing facility to assess compliance with federal regulations and quality of care standards.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including exercise of resident rights, staff treatment of residents, quality of life, quality of care, restorative services, supervision to prevent accidents, nursing services staffing, infection control, and timely laboratory services. Several residents did not receive ordered care or services, abuse allegations were not promptly reported, and infection control practices were inadequate.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 6 SS=E: 2 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure that the rights of a resident adjudged incompetent were exercised by the person appointed under state law.SS=D
Failed to immediately report and fully investigate allegations of abuse and injuries of unknown origin for two residents.SS=D
Failed to maintain an environment that preserved dignity and respect for residents, including inappropriate clothing and wrinkled tablecloths.SS=E
Failed to provide necessary care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical well-being for four residents.SS=D
Failed to provide appropriate restorative nursing services to maintain or improve residents' abilities for four residents.SS=E
Failed to ensure adequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents for two residents, including incidents of one resident placing hands around another's neck.SS=D
Failed to use the services of a registered nurse for at least eight consecutive hours a day, seven days a week on specified dates.SS=C
Failed to ensure proper infection control techniques during dressing changes for one resident.SS=D
Failed to obtain laboratory samples in a timely manner for two residents.SS=D
Report Facts
Residents affected by restorative services deficiency: 4 Residents affected by abuse reporting deficiency: 2 Residents observed in dining room: 32 Tables with wrinkled tablecloths: 15 Days restorative services not provided: 15 Days restorative services not provided: 16 Days restorative services not provided: 16 Days restorative services not provided: 3 Days without RN coverage: 4 Handwashing errors observed: 7
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 0 Nov 2, 2001
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to determine the facility's compliance with the provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1985, and 483.70 Physical Environment.
Findings
The facility was found to be without waivers and in compliance with the provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1985, and in compliance with the provisions of 483.70 Physical Environment.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 69 Deficiencies: 23 Sep 13, 2001
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident rights, quality of care, infection control, medication management, and facility environment.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident rights violations, inadequate staff screening, poor quality of life and dignity issues, insufficient infection control practices, medication management errors, incomplete resident assessments, inadequate nursing staffing, and environmental safety concerns such as unlocked janitor closets and pest control issues.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 10 SS=E: 4 SS=F: 1 SS=C: 1 SS=B: 2 SS=G: 5
Deficiencies (23)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility permitted unauthorized individual to make health care decisions for a resident without legal authority.SS=D
Facility failed to thoroughly investigate and report alleged abuse and mistreatment.SS=D
Facility failed to screen employees for history of abuse or neglect prior to employment.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain resident dignity and respect, including exposure and privacy violations.SS=E
Facility failed to accommodate resident needs including proper positioning and availability of incontinence briefs.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain a safe environment by leaving janitor closets unlocked containing hazardous chemicals.SS=F
Facility failed to provide adequate bath linens for residents.SS=C
Facility failed to complete comprehensive resident assessments and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) accurately.SS=B
Facility failed to develop comprehensive care plans addressing resident needs and psychosocial issues.SS=D
Facility failed to follow physician orders and provide care according to plan of care for multiple residents.SS=G
Facility failed to ensure residents did not experience avoidable reduction in range of motion.SS=G
Facility failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent accidents resulting in injuries.SS=G
Facility failed to ensure residents received proper treatment and care for special services including foot care and medication administration.SS=G
Facility failed to ensure residents' drug regimens were free from unnecessary drugs and lacked adequate monitoring for antipsychotic medications.SS=G
Facility failed to ensure residents using antipsychotic drugs had documented specific conditions and behaviors justifying their use.SS=B
Facility failed to maintain sufficient nursing staff to provide care according to resident assessments and care plans.SS=E
Facility failed to ensure dietary staff prepared food under sanitary conditions, risking contamination.SS=D
Pharmacist failed to identify and report drug irregularities to physician and director of nursing.SS=D
Facility failed to ensure good infection control practices by nursing staff, including hand hygiene.SS=D
Facility failed to obtain laboratory specimens in a timely manner and notify physicians promptly of results.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain accurate and complete clinical records.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program; flies observed on residents and in resident rooms.SS=D
Facility failed to ensure registry verification for agency nurse aides prior to employment.SS=E
Report Facts
Residents observed with dignity issues: 3 Residents with inadequate incontinence briefs: 27 Residents with incomplete Resident Assessment Instrument: 4 Residents with medication irregularities: 6 Residents receiving antipsychotic drugs without adequate monitoring: 2 Residents receiving antipsychotic drugs without documented indication: 3 Residents with podiatry services not provided timely: 2 Agency CNAs without registry verification: 3 Facility census: 69
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding multiple deficiencies including resident rights, medication management, and care planning
Licensed Practical NurseResponsible for MDS assessments; acknowledged incomplete RAP summaries
PhysicianInterviewed regarding rationale for antipsychotic medication use
Certified Nursing AssistantObserved with poor infection control practices and involved in resident care incidents
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 70 Deficiencies: 7 Mar 28, 2001
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident rights, quality of care, medication administration, infection control, and clinical record maintenance.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to submit timely follow-up reports on abuse investigations, inadequate treatment application and medication administration, unsecured medication carts, delayed medication provision due to pharmacy issues, poor infection control practices during treatment, delayed laboratory result follow-up, and incomplete clinical documentation.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 3 SS=D: 3 SS=B: 1
Deficiencies (7)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to submit follow-up reports on abuse investigations within the mandatory five working days for two of five reports reviewed.SS=E
Failure to provide necessary care and services in treatment application and medication administration for two of ten sampled residents.SS=E
Failure to assure resident environment was free of accident hazards by leaving medication and treatment carts unlocked and unattended.SS=D
Failure to provide medications in a timely manner for multiple residents due to pharmacy supply issues and lack of knowledge of back-up pharmacy.SS=E
Failure to maintain infection control program and provide a safe, sanitary environment during treatment application for two sampled residents.SS=D
Failure to obtain laboratory urinalysis and culture and sensitivity reports in a timely manner for one sampled resident.SS=D
Failure to maintain accurate and complete clinical records for four of nine sampled residents, including unsigned assessments and inconsistent documentation.SS=B
Report Facts
Facility census: 70 Missed medication doses: 7 Missed medication doses: 3 Missed medication doses: 2 Missed medication doses: 1 Missed medication doses: 2 Abuse investigations reviewed: 5 Abuse investigations with late reports: 2
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 4 Dec 19, 2000
Visit Reason
The document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for a healthcare facility inspection conducted to identify regulatory compliance issues related to infection control, physical environment, dietary services, and resident rights.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in infection control practices, including improper handling and storage of linens; maintaining a sanitary and clean physical environment with dirt, debris, and soiled surfaces in multiple areas; and sanitary deficiencies in food preparation, storage, and service areas including dirty kitchen equipment and food debris in various locations.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 3 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Deficient processing, handling, and storage of soiled and clean linens leading to infection control risks.F 445 SS=F
Failure to maintain a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable physical environment with stained floors, broken tiles, fecal spatter, dirt buildup, and uncontained soiled linen.F 465 SS=F
Deficient sanitary conditions in dietary services including debris and grease buildup in kitchen equipment, soiled floors, and food debris in storage and service areas.F 371 SS=F
Failure to properly inform residents of their rights and facility rules in writing and orally in a language they understand.F 156 SS=C
Report Facts
Inspection dates and times: Inspections occurred on 12/18/00 and 12/19/00 at various times between 2:10 PM and 4:00 PM.
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 0 Dec 19, 2000
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to review facility documentation, staff interviews, observations, and performance testing to determine compliance with NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1985.
Findings
The facility was found to be without waivers and in compliance with the provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1985.
Inspection Report Routine Deficiencies: 20 Dec 13, 2000
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine regulatory survey to assess compliance with federal regulations governing nursing home operations, resident care, dietary services, pharmacy services, and laboratory certification.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to notify residents' representatives of incidents and changes in condition, inadequate investigation and reporting of abuse allegations, failure to make survey results accessible to residents, poor quality of life practices, incomplete resident assessments, failure to provide necessary care and services, dietary service deficiencies including insufficient staffing, improper food preparation and serving, and medication administration delays. Additionally, the facility lacked a current CLIA waiver for laboratory services and failed to maintain complete clinical records.
Severity Breakdown
SS=B: 4 SS=C: 4 SS=D: 3 SS=E: 6 SS=F: 4 SS=G: 1 SS=A: 1
Deficiencies (20)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to immediately notify resident's legal representative or family of incidents and significant changes in condition for residents #19 and #47.SS=B
Failure to make survey results available to residents in an accessible place and failure to post notice of availability.SS=C
Failure to report and fully investigate allegations of abuse by certified nursing assistants for residents #18, #23, and #26.SS=E
Failure to promote quality of life by respecting privacy, knocking before entering rooms, and serving meals in a dignified manner for residents including #37 and #59.SS=D
Failure to accommodate needs of residents who smoked indoors at previous facility and failure to provide appropriate positioning during meals for resident #35.SS=E
Failure to complete comprehensive resident assessments accurately, including failure to document indwelling catheter for resident #26.SS=A
Failure to assess pressure ulcers weekly for resident #3 as per professional standards.SS=D
Failure to complete a discharge summary including final status for resident #82.SS=D
Failure to provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve residents' physical and psychosocial well-being, including timely care and physician orders for residents #11 and #26.SS=G
Failure to provide restorative services as ordered for residents #19, #35, #48, and #49.SS=E
Failure to maintain resident environment free of accident hazards; one shower chair lacked a brake.SS=E
Failure to employ sufficient competent dietary staff to carry out dietary functions, resulting in late meals, missed snacks, tray errors, and lack of staff training.SS=F
Failure to prepare menus in advance and follow approved menus, including missing slurry bread for pureed diets and incorrect food substitutions.SS=F
Failure to provide food in the form designed to meet individual needs, including improper thickening of liquids and serving food inconsistent with dietary orders.SS=B
Failure to provide substitutes of similar nutritive value when residents refuse food served, including ignoring food preferences for residents #69, #14, #26, #46, #36, #54, and #42.SS=F
Failure to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food under sanitary conditions, including improper food temperatures, undated food containers, food spills in utensil drawers, and high nourishment room temperatures.SS=E
Failure to provide routine drugs in a timely manner for 22 of 35 sampled residents, with multiple medications unavailable from pharmacy during medication passes.SS=E
Failure to label drugs and biologicals in the emergency medication kit with expiration dates and dosage information as per professional standards.SS=B
Failure to maintain current CLIA waiver for laboratory services; facility's waiver expired and renewal fees unpaid.SS=C
Failure to maintain clinical records in accordance with accepted professional standards, including failure to carry forward physician orders and incomplete documentation of resident weights.SS=C
Report Facts
Residents affected by medication delays: 22 Residents with food form issues: 18 Residents with food preference issues: 7 Shower chairs without brake: 1 Medication administration records reviewed: 71 Residents with incomplete clinical records: 3 Residents with restorative services not provided: 4
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 1 Oct 26, 2000
Visit Reason
An unannounced environmental and safety monitoring survey was performed to assess compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code standards, specifically focusing on the maintenance and inspection of the automatic sprinkler system.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining the quarterly inspections of the automatic sprinkler system as required by NFPA 25 2-1. Records showed the last inspection was on 5/9/00, and there was no current contract in place for sprinkler inspection services.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility deficient in maintaining quarterly inspections of the automatic sprinkler system as required by NFPA 25 2-1.SS=F
Report Facts
Date of last sprinkler inspection: May 9, 2000
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
administratorInterviewed regarding sprinkler inspection contract
maintenance supervisorInterviewed regarding sprinkler inspection contract
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 5 May 26, 2000
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with federal regulations related to resident rights, dietary services, food safety, and professional licensing at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in informing residents about a new cigarette smoking policy, employing a qualified dietary manager, offering bedtime snacks daily, preparing mechanically altered foods under sanitary conditions, and ensuring all professional personnel were properly licensed or certified.
Severity Breakdown
SS=B: 2 SS=C: 3
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility had not assured that current and new residents were informed of the facility's new cigarette smoking policy.SS=B
Facility had not assured that the new dietary manager was able to function collaboratively with a qualified dietitian in meeting nutritional needs.SS=C
Facility had not assured that bedtime snacks would be offered daily according to the planned menu.SS=C
Facility had not assured that mechanically altered foods were prepared and held for service under sanitary conditions.SS=B
Facility had not assured that all professional personnel were licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state law.SS=C
Report Facts
Years since dietary manager completed food service management course: 15 Food temperature: 114
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorInterviewed regarding smoking policy, dietary manager qualifications, and verification of professional licenses.
Social WorkerInterviewed regarding smoking policy.
Dietary ManagerInterviewed regarding dietary services, smoking policy, bedtime snacks, and food preparation practices.
Inspection Report Census: 6 Deficiencies: 9 May 26, 2000
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a behavioral health survey to assess compliance with health, safety, personnel, housekeeping, dietary, and resident rights regulations at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including unsafe environment due to lack of adequate supervision and unsecured doors, inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, incomplete personnel health and licensure records, lack of formal orientation and in-service training documentation, failure to inform residents of new smoking policy, unqualified dietary manager, inadequate emergency food supplies, and failure to provide bedtime snacks as required.
Deficiencies (9)
Description
The adolescent girls' bedrooms had outside doors without alarms and staff were not awake on weekend nights to monitor safety; an outside door in the TV room did not lock.
Four of eleven employee health records lacked required pre-employment and annual physical examinations including tuberculosis screening.
The facility failed to ensure adequate housekeeping and maintenance, including personal belongings behind furniture, carpet damage, torn chair, missing towel bars and toilet paper holders, and dirty sink.
Two employees hired since January 2000 had not been provided a formal orientation program.
Four of seven personnel files lacked current licensure, registration, or certification documentation; dietary manager lacked evidence of qualification.
Facility did not assure that current and new residents were informed of the new cigarette smoking policy.
Dietary manager was not qualified as defined by regulations and lacked recent training in food service management and nutrition.
Emergency food supplies included perishable items and did not match emergency menu plans; some emergency food items were missing.
Facility had not assured that bedtime snacks would be offered daily to all residents as per the planned menu.
Report Facts
Center census: 6 Sample size: 3 Employees lacking required health records: 4 Employees without formal orientation: 2 Personnel files lacking licensure documentation: 4 Nurses without current license documentation: 3 In-service training summaries missing: 9 Emergency food supply replacement deadline: 30
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dietary ManagerNot qualified as per regulations; lacked recent training in food service management and nutrition; unaware of bedtime snack requirements
Director of NursingDid not have tuberculosis screening after pregnancy; maintained separate file for nurse licensure
Assistant Activity DirectorLast physical exam over one year old; physical exam results not located
Maintenance SupervisorNo pre-employment physical examination or tuberculosis screening
Inspection Report Original Licensing Deficiencies: 0 May 9, 2000
Visit Reason
Initial inspection of a new construction facility to determine compliance with physical environment provisions.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with the provisions of 483.70 Physical Environment based on review of documentation, observations, and performance testing.
Inspection Report Original Licensing Deficiencies: 0 May 9, 2000
Visit Reason
Initial inspection of a new construction facility to determine compliance with applicable regulations and codes.
Findings
Based on review of facility documentation, observations, and performance testing, the facility was found to be without waivers and in compliance with the provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1985 (New).

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