Inspection Reports for Country Manor

111 ALTMEYER DRIVE,, KITTANNING, PA, 16201

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Deficiencies (last 5 years)

Deficiencies (over 5 years) 74.4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

1483% worse than Pennsylvania average
Pennsylvania average: 4.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

80 60 40 20 0
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 32% occupied

Based on a September 2025 inspection.

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

Census over time

0 20 40 60 80 Nov 2021 Jul 2022 Mar 2023 Jun 2023 Jun 2024 Jun 2025 Sep 2025
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 16 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 9 Sep 18, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and monitoring visit to assess compliance with regulations at Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
Multiple violations were found including privacy breaches due to a motion-sensored camera in the dining room, improper safeguarding of resident property, unqualified staff administering medications, inadequate meal provision policies, failure to report medication refusals, and incomplete staff qualifications for medication administration.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven and included monitoring. Specific complaints involved privacy violations, safeguarding of resident property, staff qualifications, medication administration, meal provision, and reporting of medication refusals.
Deficiencies (9)
Description
A motion censored camera was observed in the dining room which had viewing and recording capability.
Staff person A, the home’s Administrator, refused to give a resident’s personal property to family at discharge until partial payment was made.
Staff person B did not have a high school diploma, GED diploma, or active registration status on the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry.
No qualified staff were present to administer medications; unqualified staff administered medications to multiple residents.
Residents who missed meals were only offered inadequate food (e.g., one piece of dry toast) not meeting nutritional requirements.
Menus did not specify the exact food being served and included vague 'Chef Choice' entries without details.
Meals were withheld from residents as punishment if they did not come to the dining room on time.
Medication refusals by residents were not reported to the prescriber within 24 hours as required.
Staff person B administered medications without completing a Department-approved medication administration course as required.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 16 Owed Amount: 3114.6 Total Daily Staff: 16 Waking Staff: 12
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person AAdministratorNamed in violation regarding refusal to release resident property until payment.
Staff person BNamed in multiple violations related to lack of required qualifications and improper medication administration.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 19 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 4 Jun 27, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and monitoring visit to assess compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services regulations for Personal Care Homes.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple violations including entrapment hazards with resident bed enablers, lint accumulation in dryer vents posing fire risks, failure to conduct monthly fire drills in March and April 2025, and fire alarms not being activated during fire drills in May and June 2025. Plans of correction were directed for all deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related and included monitoring. Specific substantiation status is not stated.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Resident #1’s bed enablers have five uncovered horizontal openings posing an entrapment hazard.
Accumulation of lint in the lint traps of two dryers in the laundry room.
Monthly unannounced fire drills were not conducted in March 2025 or April 2025 (repeat violation).
Fire alarms were not activated during fire drills conducted on 5/14/25 and 6/1/25.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 19 Current Hospice Residents: 1 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 18 Residents 60 Years or Older: 12 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 3 Residents with Mobility Need: 1 Residents with Physical Disability: 1 Staffing Hours - Total Daily Staff: 20 Staffing Hours - Waking Staff: 15
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 20 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 5 May 2, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and monitoring visit to assess compliance with regulations at Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
Multiple violations were found including failure to submit incident reports, missing medications, incomplete medication records lacking diagnosis or purpose, failure to document medication administration times, and not following prescriber's orders. Several violations were repeat offenses.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related and included monitoring. Specific complaint details are not provided but violations were substantiated as multiple repeat violations were noted.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Failure to submit incident report for emergency preparedness plan activation on 4/29/25.
Medication Gvoke Hypopen ordered for Resident #1 was not located in the home.
Medication administration records for Resident #1 did not include purpose/diagnosis for several medications.
Medication administration records were not initialed at time of administration for Resident #1 on multiple dates.
Medication Clonazepam ordered for Resident #1 was not available for administration on 5/2/25.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 20 Staffing: 21 Waking Staff: 16 Repeat Violations: 5
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 23 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 5 Mar 18, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a partial, unannounced visit due to complaint, incident, and fine reasons, with exit conference on 04/02/2025.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies including a violation of resident dignity and respect due to an argument between staff and a resident, lack of administrator presence averaging 20 hours per week, medication administration errors including arguments over medication handling, unlocked medication carts, and failure to follow prescriber's orders due to unavailable medications. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented by 06/24/2025.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, triggered by complaints, incidents, and fines. The plan of correction was fully implemented and accepted.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Resident was involved in an argument with staff person A over medication administration and treatment with dignity and respect.
The home has not had an Administrator present an average of 20 hours or more per week.
Medication administration errors including argument over leaving pills in resident's room and refusal of medication by resident.
Medication cart was found unlocked, unattended, and accessible with medications exposed in the hallway.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders: several prescribed medications were not administered because they were not available in the home.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 23 Total Daily Staff: 24 Waking Staff: 18
Inspection Report Enforcement Census: 22 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 17 Feb 27, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department conducted multiple licensing inspections between June and December 2024 due to complaints, incidents, and enforcement concerns, resulting in refusal to renew the facility's license due to violations and noncompliance.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including failure to report abuse and incidents timely, inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, improper medication administration and documentation, unsanitary conditions, inadequate staffing and supervision, failure to maintain proper food safety and storage, and failure to maintain required documentation and assessments. The Department imposed fines and mandated corrective actions.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, triggered by allegations including abuse, neglect, inadequate care, and regulatory noncompliance. Specific complaints involved resident abuse, failure to report incidents, medication errors, and unsanitary conditions.
Deficiencies (17)
Description
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident to the local Area Agency on Aging.
Failure to report incidents such as eviction, abuse, and resident falls to the Department within 24 hours.
Failure to provide assistance with activities of daily living as indicated in resident assessments.
Failure to complete resident-home contracts within required timeframes.
Resident neglect and abuse including inappropriate touching and verbal mistreatment by staff.
Failure to maintain criminal background checks for staff as required.
Failure to maintain adequate staffing levels and awake staff during overnight shifts.
Failure to maintain sanitary conditions including food safety violations, infestation, and improper trash management.
Failure to maintain proper food storage, labeling, refrigeration temperatures, and meal nutritional adequacy.
Failure to maintain safe and operable furniture and equipment including broken dishwasher and door latches.
Failure to maintain proper medical evaluations, assessments, and support plans for residents.
Failure to secure medications and syringes in locked areas.
Failure to properly document medication administration and refusals, and failure to follow prescriber's orders.
Failure to provide immediate access to the home and records to Department agents upon request.
Failure to conduct unannounced monthly fire drills and maintain safe evacuation times.
Failure to maintain carbon monoxide detectors as required by law.
Failure to post current license and inspection summary in a conspicuous public place.
Report Facts
Inspection dates: 7 Resident census: 22 Total licensed capacity: 50 Fines calculated: 418 Correction deadlines: 15 Correction deadlines: 5 Staffing hours: 32 Waking staff: 24 Residents served: 31 License capacity: 50 Residents served: 28 Total daily staff: 30 Waking staff: 23 Residents served: 26 Total daily staff: 27 Waking staff: 20 Residents served: 24 Total daily staff: 35 Waking staff: 26 Residents served: 22 Total daily staff: 23 Waking staff: 17
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person ANamed in findings related to abuse allegations, failure to report abuse, medication errors, unlocked medication access, and supervision violations.
Staff person BNamed in findings related to sleeping on duty during overnight shifts and failure to be awake as required.
AdministratorAdministratorNamed as responsible for corrective actions, training, and compliance oversight.
Administrator AssistantInvolved in corrective actions, reporting, and training.
Inspection Report Enforcement Census: 22 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 14 Feb 27, 2025
Visit Reason
The document is a regulatory enforcement notice resulting from multiple licensing inspections conducted between June and December 2024. The Department refuses to renew the facility's certificate of compliance due to violations of Personal Care Homes regulations, gross incompetence, negligence, misconduct, and failure to submit an acceptable plan of correction.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including failure to report abuse, inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, improper medication administration and documentation, sanitary and safety deficiencies, staffing issues, and failure to maintain required supplies and equipment. The Department intends to assess fines unless violations are corrected by mandated dates.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, triggered by allegations including abuse, neglect, inadequate care, and failure to report incidents. Specific complaints involved inappropriate touching between residents, failure to assist residents with activities of daily living, medication administration errors, and poor sanitary conditions.
Deficiencies (14)
Description
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident in accordance with the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
Failure to report incidents such as eviction, abuse, and injury to the Department within 24 hours.
Failure to provide assistance with activities of daily living as indicated in resident assessments and support plans.
Failure to have a written resident-home contract completed within 24 hours of admission.
Resident neglect and abuse including inappropriate touching, verbal abuse, and failure to provide ordered treatments.
Failure to complete criminal background checks timely for staff.
Failure to maintain adequate staffing levels and awake staff during shifts.
Failure to maintain sanitary conditions including food safety violations, infestation, and unclean surfaces.
Failure to maintain required fire safety drills and evacuation procedures.
Failure to maintain current license and inspection summary postings in a conspicuous place.
Failure to secure medications and syringes in locked areas.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders and properly document medication administration and refusals.
Failure to update resident assessments and support plans timely and accurately.
Failure to provide assistance with securing medical care and making appointments.
Report Facts
Inspection dates: 7 Census at inspection: 22 Total licensed capacity: 50 Staffing hours: 32 Waking staff: 24 Fine amounts: 418 Correction dates: 15 Correction dates: 5 Residents served: 31 Residents served: 28 Residents served: 26 Residents served: 24 Residents served: 22
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person ANamed in multiple findings including failure to report abuse, medication errors, unlocked medication room, verbal abuse, and working unsupervised without required training.
Staff person BNamed in findings related to sleeping on duty, lack of first aid/CPR training, and unlocked medication room.
AdministratorAdministratorNamed as responsible for training, oversight, and corrective actions throughout the report.
Administrator AssistantNamed as responsible for reporting incidents, auditing medications, and assisting with corrective actions.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 20 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 13 Dec 27, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced partial inspection conducted due to a complaint.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were found including failure to provide immediate access to records, failure to report incidents timely, abuse hazards due to unsafe furniture, sanitary condition violations, improper medication storage and administration, failure to follow prescriber's orders, and smoking area safety issues. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented with ongoing compliance monitoring.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven as indicated by the inspection information section stating the reason as 'Complaint'.
Deficiencies (13)
Description
Failure to provide immediate access to home, residents, and records to agents of the Department.
Failure to report an incident involving a resident injury to the Department within 24 hours.
Resident exposed to significant skin tear hazard due to missing bedframe end cap.
Sanitary conditions not maintained; large bloodstains on carpeting.
Trash outside the home not kept in covered receptacles preventing insect and rodent penetration.
Floors had a tear approximately 12 by 12 inches in size in the shower room.
Food requiring refrigeration not stored at or below 40°F; freezer temperatures above required levels.
Smoking area had approximately 3 dozen cigarette butts on the ground.
Residents not assessed for ability to self-administer medications despite medications being accessible.
Failure to develop and implement procedures for safe storage, access, security, distribution and use of medications and medical equipment.
Medication records incomplete; multiple administrations not documented.
Failure to document and report resident refusals of prescribed medications to prescriber within 24 hours.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders; medications administered after discontinuation or not administered due to unavailability.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 20 Total Daily Staff: 23 Waking Staff: 17 Medication Administration Record Audits: 5 Temperature Readings: 10 Temperature Readings: 7 Temperature Readings: 12 Temperature Readings: 15 Blood Glucose Readings: 4 Incident Time: 1.5 Plan of Correction Completion Date: 2025
Inspection Report Enforcement Census: 31 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 15 Jun 27, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints, incidents, and fines, including multiple licensing inspections over several months.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including failure to report abuse, inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, improper medication administration and documentation, sanitary and safety issues, staffing deficiencies, and failure to maintain required supplies and equipment.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, involving allegations of abuse, neglect, failure to report incidents, and inadequate care.
Deficiencies (15)
Description
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident to the local Area Agency on Aging.
Failure to report incidents such as eviction, abuse, and resident injury to the Department within 24 hours.
Failure to provide assistance with activities of daily living as indicated in resident assessments.
Failure to have a written resident-home contract completed within 24 hours of admission.
Resident abuse including inappropriate touching and neglect.
Failure to maintain sanitary conditions including uncovered trash, dirty kitchen surfaces, and infestation of flies.
Failure to maintain proper refrigerator and freezer temperatures and to label leftover food properly.
Failure to record medication administration times and initials properly.
Failure to complete resident assessments and support plans within required timeframes.
Failure to maintain required staffing levels and awake staff during overnight shifts.
Failure to maintain safe and operable equipment including furniture, doors, and hot water temperature.
Failure to secure medications and syringes in locked areas.
Failure to provide proper medical care and follow prescriber's orders.
Failure to maintain confidentiality of resident records and medication administration records.
Failure to report incidents and submit plans of supervision or suspension of staff involved in abuse allegations.
Report Facts
Inspection dates: 7 Census at inspection: 31 Total licensed capacity: 50 Staffing hours: 32 Waking staff: 24 Fine amounts: 66 Fine amounts: 110 Fine amounts: 66 Fine amounts: 66 Fine amounts: 110 Residents served: 31 Residents served: 28 Residents served: 26 Residents served: 24 Residents served: 22 Total daily staff: 30 Waking staff: 23 Total daily staff: 27 Waking staff: 20 Total daily staff: 35 Waking staff: 26 Total daily staff: 25 Waking staff: 19
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person ANamed in multiple findings including failure to report abuse, medication errors, neglect, and abuse allegations.
Staff person BNamed in findings related to sleeping on duty and failure to be trained in first aid and CPR.
Juliet MarsalaDeputy SecretarySigned enforcement action letter dated February 27, 2025.
Inspection Report Enforcement Census: 31 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 13 Jun 27, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with multiple follow-up and enforcement activities related to violations found during prior inspections.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including failure to report abuse, inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, improper medication administration and documentation, sanitary deficiencies, lack of proper staffing and supervision, and failure to maintain required safety and health standards. The Department refused to renew the facility's license due to gross incompetence, negligence, and misconduct.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed multiple violations including abuse allegations, failure to report incidents, inadequate care and supervision, medication errors, and sanitary deficiencies. The facility was found to have ongoing issues despite prior citations and plans of correction.
Deficiencies (13)
Description
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident as required by law.
Failure to report incidents to the Department within 24 hours as required.
Failure to provide assistance with activities of daily living as indicated in resident assessments.
Failure to have written resident-home contract completed within required timeframe.
Resident neglect and abuse including inappropriate touching and verbal mistreatment.
Failure to complete criminal background checks timely for staff.
Inadequate staffing levels and failure to have awake staff on duty as required.
Failure to maintain sanitary conditions including food safety violations and infestation.
Failure to maintain life safety code requirements including fire drills and door latches.
Failure to properly document medication administration and follow prescriber's orders.
Failure to secure medications and syringes in locked areas.
Failure to maintain required supplies such as 3-day water supply and proper food storage.
Failure to maintain resident records confidential and secure.
Report Facts
Inspection dates: 7 Resident census: 31 Total licensed capacity: 50 Staffing hours: 32 Waking staff: 24 Fines calculated: 418 Correction dates: 15 Correction dates: 5 Residents served: 28 Total daily staff: 30 Waking staff: 23 Residents served: 26 Total daily staff: 27 Waking staff: 20 Residents served: 24 Total daily staff: 35 Waking staff: 26 Residents served: 22 Total daily staff: 23 Waking staff: 17
Inspection Report Enforcement Census: 22 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 15 Jun 27, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to multiple complaint investigations and enforcement actions related to regulatory violations at Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including failure to renew license due to gross incompetence, negligence, and misconduct; failure to report abuse and incidents timely; inadequate staffing and supervision; unsafe sanitary conditions; medication administration errors; failure to maintain required supplies and equipment; and failure to comply with health and safety laws.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, triggered by multiple allegations including abuse, neglect, inadequate care, and regulatory noncompliance. Specific substantiation status is not explicitly stated.
Deficiencies (15)
Description
Failure to renew license due to violations, gross incompetence, negligence, and misconduct.
Failure to report suspected abuse immediately as required by law.
Failure to report incidents to the Department within 24 hours.
Failure to provide assistance with activities of daily living as indicated in resident assessments.
Failure to complete resident-home contract prior to or within 24 hours of admission.
Resident neglect and abuse including inappropriate touching and verbal mistreatment.
Failure to maintain sanitary conditions including food safety violations and infestation.
Failure to maintain required staffing levels and awake staff during overnight shifts.
Failure to maintain and post current license and inspection summary in a conspicuous place.
Failure to maintain safe evacuation times and conduct monthly unannounced fire drills.
Failure to maintain proper medical evaluations, assessments, and support plans for residents.
Failure to lock medications and syringes and properly store medications according to manufacturer instructions.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders and document medication administration accurately.
Failure to report medication refusals to prescriber as required.
Failure to maintain furniture and equipment in good repair and free of hazards.
Report Facts
Inspection Dates: 7 Census at Inspection: 22 Total Capacity: 50 Staffing Hours: 32 Waking Staff: 24 Fines Calculated: 418 Correction Timeframes: 15 Correction Timeframes: 5 Residents Served: 31 Residents Served: 28 Residents Served: 26 Residents Served: 24 Residents Served: 22 Total Daily Staff: 30 Waking Staff: 23 Total Daily Staff: 27 Waking Staff: 20 Total Daily Staff: 35 Waking Staff: 26 Total Daily Staff: 25 Waking Staff: 19
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person ANamed in multiple findings including abuse allegations, failure to report abuse, medication administration errors, and supervision violations.
Staff person BNamed in findings related to sleeping on duty and failure to complete required training.
AdministratorAdministratorNamed in relation to multiple findings including failure to maintain compliance, training staff, and addressing violations.
Administrator AssistantNamed in relation to reporting incidents and assisting with compliance.
Inspection Report Enforcement Census: 22 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 12 Jun 27, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to multiple complaint investigations and enforcement actions related to regulatory violations at Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including failure to renew license due to gross incompetence, negligence, and misconduct; failure to report abuse and incidents timely; inadequate staffing and supervision; unsanitary conditions; medication administration errors; failure to maintain required supplies and equipment; and failure to comply with health and safety laws.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, triggered by allegations including resident abuse, neglect, failure to report incidents, and inadequate care. The complaint was substantiated with multiple violations found.
Deficiencies (12)
Description
Failure to renew license due to violations, gross incompetence, negligence, and misconduct.
Failure to report suspected abuse to the local Area Agency on Aging and Department.
Failure to provide assistance with activities of daily living as indicated in resident assessments.
Failure to complete resident-home contract within required timeframe.
Resident abuse including inappropriate touching and verbal mistreatment.
Failure to maintain sanitary conditions including food storage, kitchen cleanliness, and trash management.
Failure to maintain required staffing levels and awake staff during overnight shifts.
Failure to maintain and repair facility equipment and environment including doors, carpets, and furniture.
Failure to properly administer and document medications including missing medication, refusal reporting, and medication storage.
Failure to maintain required fire drills and evacuation procedures.
Failure to maintain required medical evaluations and assessments for residents.
Failure to provide immediate access to Department agents upon request.
Report Facts
Inspection dates: 7 Residents served: 22 License capacity: 50 Staffing hours: 32 Fines calculated: 418 Residents with mobility needs: 2 Residents with mental illness: 10 Residents 60 years or older: 21 Staff on duty overnight: 1 Toilets inoperable: 18 Fire drill times: 465
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person ANamed in multiple findings including abuse allegations, failure to report incidents, unlocked medication access, and supervision plan violations.
Staff person BNamed in findings related to sleeping on duty and failure to complete required training.
AdministratorAdministratorNamed in relation to multiple findings including failure to maintain compliance, training staff, and responding to violations.
Administrator AssistantNamed in relation to incident reporting and medication audits.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 30 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 13 Apr 11, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was a complaint investigation conducted as an unannounced partial inspection on 04/11/2024 and 04/19/2024 to review allegations and compliance with regulations.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies including failure to immediately supervise or suspend a staff person involved in an alleged abuse incident, failure to report the incident timely, treatment of residents without dignity and respect, incomplete criminal background checks, unsafe facility conditions, incomplete medical evaluations, medication management issues, and staff not completing required training or competency tests. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented by 10/28/2024.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint involving an alleged abuse incident where a staff person responded inappropriately to a resident. The home failed to immediately supervise or suspend the staff person and did not report the incident timely to the Department. The complaint was substantiated with multiple related deficiencies found.
Deficiencies (13)
Description
Failure to immediately develop and implement a plan of supervision or suspend staff person involved in alleged abuse incident.
Failure to report incident to Department within 24 hours as required.
Resident was not treated with dignity and respect; staff person responded inappropriately to resident.
Staff person hired without a Pennsylvania Criminal Background Check completed.
Carpet in bedrooms and hallways was dirty, stained, and had a rip causing trip hazard.
Furniture and equipment not in good repair; missing toilet seat and protruding vent cover causing hazards.
Resident medical evaluation not completed within required timeframe.
Menus not posted one week in advance as required.
Medications prescribed without written prescriptions from authorized prescriber.
Medication records incomplete; medications missing from April 2024 MAR for multiple residents.
Medication administration records not signed by the staff person who administered medications.
Staff persons administered medications without successfully completing Department-approved medication administration course within required timeframe.
Staff person administered insulin injections without completing Department-approved diabetes patient education program within past 12 months.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 30 Total Daily Staff: 31 Waking Staff: 23 Supplemental Security Income recipients: 29 Residents 60 Years or Older: 26 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 13 Residents with Mobility Need: 1 Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person ANamed in abuse allegation, medication administration violations, and termination related to deficiencies.
Staff person BAdministratorReceived abuse report, failed to immediately act, reported incident on 4/11/2024, scheduled staff trainings.
Staff person CHired without criminal background check, administered insulin without required training, ended employment 4/24/2024.
Staff person DAdministered medications but did not sign MAR; terminated 5/1/2024.
Staff person EAdministered medications without required training; terminated 4/25/2024.
Lead med techNewly hired, responsible for medication audits and training.
AdministratorScheduled multiple trainings, conducted audits, and implemented corrective actions.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 29 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 37 Oct 19, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a renewal and complaint investigation at the Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
Multiple violations were found including failure to post current licenses and inspection summaries, confidentiality breaches, incomplete criminal background checks, unqualified staff, lack of CPR/first aid trained staff, unsanitary conditions, improper medication management, and fire safety deficiencies. Several repeat violations were noted. Plans of correction were submitted with some implemented and others pending.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed multiple deficiencies including medication errors, unsanitary conditions, lack of staff qualifications, and safety hazards. Repeat violations were noted from previous inspections.
Deficiencies (37)
Description
The home did not have a copy of the current license, inspection summaries, and regulations posted in a conspicuous place.
Resident records were unlocked, unattended, and accessible to unauthorized persons.
Staff person A did not have a Pennsylvania criminal background check completed as required.
The home's administrator did not meet the required qualifications.
Direct care staff person C did not have a high school diploma, GED, or active registry status on the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry.
No staff person certified in first aid and CPR was present during certain shifts.
Unsanitary conditions including debris on carpets, strong odors, dried food particles, cigarette butts, feces on toilet seats, and shared glucometers.
Poisonous materials were unlocked and accessible to residents.
Trash cans in kitchens and bathrooms were uncovered and unattended.
Floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors and other surfaces were not clean, in good repair, or free of hazards.
Hot water temperature exceeded 120°F in areas accessible to residents.
Shelves or hooks for residents' towels and clothing were not provided or labeled.
Food served and returned from an individual's plate was not labeled or dated.
Thermometers were missing or broken in refrigerators and freezers; food stored at improper temperatures.
Outdated or spoiled food and dented cans were present.
Insufficient supply of linens and towels due to broken washers.
The home did not maintain a 3-day supply of nonperishable food and drinking water for residents.
Emergency exit doors were obstructed or did not close properly.
Residents did not evacuate to a designated meeting place during fire drills.
Medication labels did not match prescribed medications for residents.
The home did not implement procedures for accountability of narcotic medications and medical equipment.
Medication records were incomplete or inaccurate, missing required information such as administration times and staff initials.
Medications were not administered as prescribed or documented at the time of administration.
Resident assessments were incomplete or missing required information.
Resident records did not include an inventory of the resident's property.
Resident #1 was not assisted with showers as indicated in the care plan.
Multiple staff did not have Pennsylvania criminal background checks completed as required.
No staff person certified in first aid was present during multiple shifts.
Unsanitary conditions including feces on toilet seats, urine odors, and cigarette butts were observed.
Multiple trash cans were uncovered and unattended.
Unlabeled and undated food items were found in refrigerators and freezers.
The emergency exit was partially blocked by a rocking chair.
The last fire drill and inspection by a fire safety expert was over a year ago.
The home exceeded the maximum safe evacuation time during multiple fire drills.
Expired and discontinued medications were kept in the home.
Medication records were missing required information for multiple residents.
Medications were administered without current orders or not administered as prescribed.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 29 Staffing Hours: 28 Waking Staff: 21 Fine Amount Per Day: 145 Fine Per Violation: 5 Number of Violations Listed: 7
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 29 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 40 Oct 19, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a renewal and complaint investigation at the Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
Multiple violations were found including failure to post current licenses and inspection summaries, breaches in resident record confidentiality, incomplete criminal background checks for staff, inadequate staff qualifications, lack of first aid/CPR trained staff during shifts, unsanitary conditions, improper medication labeling and administration, and fire safety deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed multiple deficiencies related to resident care, medication management, staff qualifications, sanitary conditions, and safety compliance. Several repeat violations were noted from previous inspections.
Deficiencies (40)
Description
The home did not have a copy of the current license, inspection summaries, and Chapter 2600 regulations posted in a conspicuous place.
Resident records were unlocked, unattended, and accessible to unauthorized persons.
Staff person A did not have a Pennsylvania criminal background check completed as required.
The administrator did not meet the required qualifications for the position.
Direct care staff person C lacked a high school diploma, GED, or active registry status on the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry.
No staff person certified in first aid and CPR was present during certain shifts.
Direct care staff person D did not receive required annual training topics during the training year 2022.
Poisonous materials were unlocked and accessible to residents.
Unsanitary conditions including debris on carpets, strong odors of urine, dried food particles on kitchen appliances, cigarette butts outside, feces on toilet seats, and sharing of glucometers among residents.
Evidence of bed bug infestation was observed but disputed by pest control experts.
Trash cans in kitchens and bathrooms were uncovered and unattended.
Emergency exit doors did not close fully or were obstructed.
Hot water temperature exceeded 120°F in areas accessible to residents.
Shared bathrooms lacked labeled towel racks for each resident.
Leftover food was unlabeled and undated.
Thermometer was broken in kitchen freezer and missing in refrigerator.
Dented cans and outdated or spoiled food were found in the kitchen.
Insufficient supply of linens and towels due to broken washers.
The home did not maintain a 3-day supply of nonperishable food and drinking water for residents.
Emergency exit door was obstructed by a brick.
Residents did not evacuate to a designated meeting place during a fire drill.
Medications were not labeled correctly with pharmacy labels.
The home did not implement procedures for accountability of narcotic medications and glucometers were not calibrated.
Medication records were incomplete or inaccurate, missing required information such as administration times and staff initials.
Medications were not administered as prescribed or documented at the time of administration.
Resident assessments were incomplete or missing required information.
Resident records did not include an inventory of the resident's property.
Sanitary conditions were not maintained, including strong odors, feces on toilet seats and floors, and cigarette butts in smoking areas.
Glucometers were shared among residents and not calibrated correctly.
Trash cans were uncovered and unattended in multiple areas.
Food in refrigerators and freezers was stored at improper temperatures and lacked thermometers.
Unlabeled and undated food items were found in refrigerators and freezers.
Egress routes were obstructed by furniture.
Fire safety inspection and fire drill by a fire safety expert were not conducted annually.
The home exceeded the maximum safe evacuation time during fire drills.
Expired and discontinued medications were kept in the home.
Medications were not labeled with pharmacy labels that include required information.
Medications were not available for administration as prescribed.
Medication administration records did not include all prescribed medications or had incorrect information.
Medications were administered without current orders or not according to prescriber's directions.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 29 Total Daily Staff: 30 Waking Staff: 23 Fine Amount Per Day: 145 Fine Per Violation: 5 Number of Violations Listed: 7
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff person ANamed in relation to missing criminal background check and other violations.
Staff person BAdministratorNamed in relation to administrator qualification violation and training.
Staff person CNamed in relation to missing criminal background check and direct care staff qualification.
Staff person DNamed in relation to missing criminal background check and direct care staff qualification.
Staff person GNamed in relation to first aid and CPR training.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 27 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 45 Oct 19, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a renewal and complaint investigation at the Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
Multiple violations were found including failure to post current license and inspection summaries, confidentiality breaches of resident records, incomplete criminal background checks, unqualified staff, lack of first aid/CPR trained staff, unsanitary conditions, improper medication labeling and administration, and safety hazards such as obstructed egress and infestation concerns.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed multiple violations including medication errors, unsanitary conditions, lack of staff qualifications, and safety hazards. Several repeat violations were noted.
Deficiencies (45)
Description
The home did not have a copy of the current license, inspection summaries, and regulations posted in a conspicuous place.
Resident records were unlocked, unattended, and accessible to unauthorized persons.
Staff person A did not have a Pennsylvania criminal background check completed.
The administrator did not meet the required qualifications.
Direct care staff person C did not have a high school diploma, GED, or active registry status.
No staff person was certified in first aid or CPR during certain shifts.
Direct care staff person D did not receive required annual training.
Poisonous materials were unlocked and accessible to residents.
Unsanitary conditions including debris, odors, feces on toilet seats, and shared glucometers were observed.
Trash cans in kitchens and bathrooms were uncovered and unattended.
Emergency exit doors did not close properly or were obstructed.
Hot water temperature exceeded 120°F in resident accessible areas.
Shared bathrooms lacked labeled towel racks for residents.
Leftover food was unlabeled and undated.
Thermometer was broken in kitchen freezer.
Dented cans of food were present.
Insufficient supply of linens and towels due to broken washers.
Insufficient 3-day supply of nonperishable food and drinking water.
Emergency exit door was obstructed by a brick.
Residents did not evacuate to designated meeting place during fire drill.
Medication labels did not match prescribed medications for residents.
Accountability procedures for narcotic medications were not implemented.
Medication administration records were incomplete or inaccurate.
Medications were not administered as prescribed.
Resident assessments were incomplete or missing required information.
Resident records lacked inventory of resident property.
Resident #1 was not assisted with showers as required by assessment and support plan.
Strong odors of urine and sewage and unsanitary conditions were present in multiple areas.
Toilet seat was missing in shared bathroom.
Patient discharge instructions and resident check forms were left unlocked and unattended.
Multiple staff lacked required criminal background checks.
Direct care staff lacked required qualifications.
No staff certified in first aid during multiple shifts.
Multiple resident glucometers were shared and not calibrated properly.
Trash cans were uncovered and unattended in multiple areas.
Unlabeled and undated food items and dented cans were found in kitchen refrigerators and pantry.
Rocking chair partially blocked emergency exit.
Fire safety inspection and drill by a fire safety expert were not conducted annually.
Home exceeded maximum safe evacuation time during fire drills.
Expired and discontinued medications were kept in the home.
Medications were not labeled with pharmacy labels including required information.
Medications and medical equipment storage procedures were not implemented properly.
Medications were not available as prescribed and glucometers were not calibrated.
Medication administration records were incomplete and inaccurate.
Medications were administered not according to prescriber's orders.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 27 Residents Served: 27 Residents Served: 27 Residents Served: 29 Total Daily Staff: 28 Total Daily Staff: 29 Total Daily Staff: 28 Total Daily Staff: 30 Waking Staff: 21 Waking Staff: 22 Waking Staff: 21 Waking Staff: 23 Fine Amount Per Day: 145 Fine Class: 2 Fine Mandated Correction Days: 5
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 27 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 27 Oct 19, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal and complaint investigation of the Country Manor Personal Care Home.
Findings
Multiple violations were found including failure to post current license and inspection summaries, unlocked confidential resident records, incomplete criminal background checks for staff, unqualified administrator, unqualified direct care staff, lack of CPR/first aid trained staff on certain shifts, inadequate staff training, unsanitary conditions, improper medication labeling and administration, and safety hazards such as obstructed egress and fire safety deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed multiple deficiencies including medication errors, unsanitary conditions, lack of staff qualifications, and safety hazards. Several repeat violations were noted from previous inspections.
Deficiencies (27)
Description
The home did not have a copy of the current license, inspection summaries, and Chapter 2600 regulations posted in a conspicuous place.
Old resident files were unlocked and accessible to unauthorized persons.
Staff person A did not have a Pennsylvania criminal background check completed.
The administrator did not meet required qualifications.
Direct care staff person C did not have a high school diploma, GED, or active registry status.
No staff certified in first aid or CPR were present during certain shifts.
Direct care staff person D did not receive required annual training.
Poisonous materials were unlocked and accessible to residents.
Unsanitary conditions including debris on carpet, strong urine odor, dried food particles, cigarette butts, feces on toilet seats, and shared glucometers.
Evidence of bed bug observed in bedroom.
Trash cans in kitchens and bathrooms were uncovered and unattended.
Emergency exit doors did not close fully or were obstructed.
Hot water temperature exceeded 120°F in resident accessible areas.
Shared bathrooms lacked labeled towel racks for residents.
Leftover food was unlabeled and undated.
Thermometer was broken in kitchen freezer.
Dented cans of food were present.
Insufficient supply of linens and towels due to broken washers.
Insufficient 3-day supply of nonperishable food and drinking water.
Emergency exit door was obstructed by a brick.
Residents did not evacuate to designated meeting place during fire drill.
Prescription medications were not labeled correctly with pharmacy labels.
Accountability procedures for narcotic medications were not implemented.
Medication record did not include all required information for residents.
Medications were not administered or documented as prescribed.
Resident initial assessments were incomplete or missing required information.
Resident records did not include inventory of resident's property.
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License Capacity: 50 Census: 27 Staffing Hours: 28 Waking Staff: 21 Number of Violations: 29 Fine per day: 145 Correction Date: 5
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 28 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 1 Aug 31, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with an unannounced partial inspection on 08/31/2023 to review compliance and follow-up on a plan of correction submission.
Findings
The facility was found to have a medication administration deficiency where a resident was not administered prescribed medication on multiple dates. The submitted plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented by 10/10/2023.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related and the submitted plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented. Resident #1 no longer resides at the facility. The administrator conducted retraining for medication technicians and implemented monthly cart audits.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Resident #1 was prescribed Midodrine HCL 10mg twice daily but was not administered the medication on 3/30/23, 3/31/23, 4/1/23, 4/2/23, and 4/3/23.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 28 Medication Missed Dates: 5 Total Daily Staff: 32 Waking Staff: 24
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 29 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 2 Jul 11, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation during an unannounced partial inspection on 07/11/2023.
Findings
The inspection found sanitary condition violations including odors and feces splatters in shared bathrooms, and an incomplete resident assessment missing safety alarm information. The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented by 08/04/2023.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven as stated under Inspection Information with reason 'Complaint'.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Odor of urine and body odor throughout the East and West hallway areas, and splatters of feces on the inside doors of the shared bathroom of bedrooms #11 and #12.
Resident #1’s assessment did not include the resident's use of a bed/chair alarm needed for safety.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 29 Current Residents in Hospice: 1 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 29 Residents Age 60 or Older: 28 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 5 Residents with Mobility Need: 1 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 0 Residents with Physical Disability: 0
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 32 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 8 Jun 7, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a partial, unannounced visit for complaint and monitoring reasons on 06/07/2023.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple medication-related deficiencies including improper storage of medications, incorrect medication labeling, failure to follow prescriber's orders, and missing medications. Additional deficiencies included lack of preadmission screening and incomplete resident assessments. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented by August 2023.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related and included monitoring. The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented as of 06/07/2023.
Deficiencies (8)
Description
Medication storage included discontinued medication and medication without physician's order.
Medication labels did not match prescribed dosages for residents #1 and #2.
Medication prescribed for resident #1 was not available in the home.
Resident #2 was receiving incorrect dosage due to medication label discrepancy.
Resident #1 was not administered prescribed medication due to unavailability.
Resident #4 had no preadmission screening completed prior to admission.
Resident #4 did not have a completed initial assessment within 15 days of admission.
Resident #1's annual assessment and support plan was incomplete and lacked medication administration assessment.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 32 Current Hospice Residents: 1 Total Daily Staff: 32 Waking Staff: 24 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 13 Residents Age 60 or Older: 28 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 32 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 7 Apr 27, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation during an unannounced partial inspection on 04/27/2023.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies related to administrator staffing hours, medication management including improper storage and documentation, discontinued medications not properly disposed, incomplete resident assessments, and incomplete support plans. The submitted plan of correction was fully implemented by 06/06/2023.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint, as stated under Inspection Information with reason 'Complaint'.
Deficiencies (7)
Description
Administrator staffing was below the required 20 hours per week, averaging 10 hours per week.
Medications for residents #1 and #2 were found in medication cups in a drawer not scheduled for administration until later.
Discontinued medications for residents no longer residing in the home were found in the medication cupboard.
Resident #5's medication administration record did not include initials of staff administering certain medications.
Resident #6’s initial assessment lacked documentation of level of supervision and ability to self-administer medications.
Resident #5’s annual assessment lacked documentation of level of supervision and ability to self-administer medications.
Resident #6's initial support plan did not address how the home will meet the needs, frequency, and responsible party for certain diagnoses.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 32 Total Daily Staff: 33 Waking Staff: 25 Resident with Supplemental Security Income: 12 Residents 60 Years or Older: 28 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 1 Residents with Physical Disability: 0
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 32 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 1 Mar 30, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a follow-up to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to a complaint.
Findings
The submitted plan of correction was found to be fully implemented, with the facility maintaining compliance. A specific deficiency involving a trip/fall hazard due to taped carpet sections was addressed and repaired.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related and unannounced, conducted to review the plan of correction submitted in response to the complaint.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
An approximate 15-inch section of carpet covered in gray tape and a 7-inch section covered in black tape in the back hallway near a bedroom posed a trip/fall hazard.
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Licensed Capacity: 50 Residents Served (Census): 32 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 12 Residents Aged 60 or Older: 28 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents with Mobility Need: 1 Residents in Hospice: 1 Total Daily Staff: 33 Waking Staff: 25
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 30 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 10 Mar 23, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following a complaint reason and was an unannounced partial inspection on 03/23/2023.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were found related to medication administration, storage, labeling, and documentation for resident #1, including failure to administer prescribed medications timely, unsecured medications in resident's room, incorrect medication labeling, incomplete medication administration records, and failure to follow prescriber's orders. Additionally, the resident's pre-admission screening was missing and the resident's assessment was not updated to reflect significant behavioral changes.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven as indicated by the reason for the inspection being 'Complaint'. The complaint involved medication administration issues and resident treatment concerns.
Deficiencies (10)
Description
Failure to administer prescribed medication on time; resident experienced pain and intimidation from staff.
Multiple unsecured medications observed in resident #1's bedroom.
Medication label did not match prescribed dosage and instructions.
Medication administration record (MAR) was blank and not initialed for multiple medications on several dates and times.
Prescribed medications were not available in the home and not administered as ordered.
Medication administration record incorrectly documented multiple administrations and exemptions for medications.
Resident self-administered medications were incorrectly documented as administered by staff.
Incorrect medication was administered contrary to prescriber's orders.
Resident did not have a pre-admission screening documented within 30 days prior to admission.
Resident's assessment and support plan were not updated to reflect significant changes in behavior including verbal aggression and agitation.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 30 Current Hospice Residents: 1 Total Daily Staff: 30 Waking Staff: 23
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 34 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 5 Mar 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation with an unannounced partial review on 03/08/2023 and 03/09/2023.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies including incomplete medical evaluations, missing criminal background checks for staff, incomplete initial assessments and support plans, and unsigned support plans. The submitted plan of correction was fully implemented by 05/10/2023.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint and incident as noted under Inspection Information on page 2.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Direct care staff did not have a Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check and no affirmation of disqualifying offenses in the staff's file.
Resident #2 had no initial medical evaluation upon admission.
Resident #1's initial medical evaluation was incomplete; sections on health status and cognitive functioning were blank and medication addendum attachment was missing.
Resident #1's initial assessment and support plan did not address a diagnosis of depression.
Resident #2's initial assessment and support plan did not assess need for supervision or self-administration of medications; support plan was not signed by resident or assessor.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 34 Current Residents in Hospice: 2 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 12 Residents 60 Years or Older: 28 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 2 Residents with Physical Disability: 0 Total Daily Staff: 36 Waking Staff: 27
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 35 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 3 Mar 1, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation following allegations of resident abuse involving staff members.
Findings
The investigation found that allegations of abuse against resident #1 by staff persons A and B were unsubstantiated after a full investigation. The facility was found to have delayed reporting the alleged abuse to the local Area Agency on Aging and the Department, but corrective actions including a plan of supervision and training were implemented.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that staff persons A and B grabbed resident #1 by the throat and threw the resident against the wall in the dining area. After investigation, the lead Inspector informed the Executive Director on 2023-03-29 that the alleged abuse was unsubstantiated. The Administrator was not at fault for not reporting the fabricated allegation and was unaware of it until DHS informed her.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident to the local Area Agency on Aging.
Failure to immediately develop and implement a plan of supervision or suspend staff involved in the alleged abuse incident.
Failure to report the incident to the Department’s personal care home regional office or complaint hotline within 24 hours.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 35 Current Residents in Hospice: 3 Total Daily Staff: 39 Waking Staff: 29
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 36 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 1 Feb 16, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection visit occurred as a complaint investigation to review compliance with regulations following a complaint.
Findings
The inspection found a medication administration violation where a staff member failed to observe residents ingest their medications. The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented by the follow-up date.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related as indicated by the inspection reason. The plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Staff person A administered medication to residents but neglected to observe the residents ingest their medications.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 36 Current Residents in Hospice: 3 Staffing Hours - Total Daily Staff: 39 Staffing Hours - Waking Staff: 29 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 10 Residents 60 Years or Older: 30 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 3 Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 33 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 16 Nov 30, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal inspection combined with a complaint investigation, including unannounced full inspections on 11/30/2022 and 12/01/2022, and an off-site exit conference on 12/12/2022.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including resident treatment issues, complaint retaliation fears, missing or disputed staff documentation, medication administration errors, fire safety drill deficiencies, and environmental hazards. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented with follow-up and training scheduled.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved allegations of staff retaliation against residents for filing complaints, specifically a resident receiving a 30-day discharge notice after complaining about medication administration. The complaint was addressed with training and posting of ombudsman contact information.
Deficiencies (16)
Description
Staff person A regularly uses foul language in front of residents, making them uncomfortable.
Residents are fearful of making complaints due to staff retaliation; resident #1 received a 30-day discharge notice after complaining about medication administration.
Criminal background check missing for staff person B, though documentation later found and violation disputed.
Direct care staff person B lacks high school diploma, GED, or active nurse aide registry status, though documentation later found and violation disputed.
Staff person C did not receive required fire safety orientation on first day of work.
Staff person C did not complete required 40-hour orientation training on resident rights, emergency medical plan, abuse reporting, and reportable incidents.
Resident #2's bed rails pose an entrapment hazard due to uncovered openings; right side bed rail removed.
Dumpster lid was open with trash bags protruding, posing sanitation risk.
Resident #3's chest of drawers had no front panel, causing clothes to spill out.
Resident #4 lacked bedside table or shelf and operable lamp at bedside; resident initially refused but later agreed to small shelf and light.
Refrigerator and freezer temperatures exceeded required limits on inspection day.
Unannounced fire drills were not held monthly for several months; sleeping hours fire drill overdue since 11/11/21.
Last fire safety inspection and drill by fire safety expert was on 11/17/22; previous was 4/30/21.
Resident #1 had discontinued medication Clobetasol 0.05% cream in medication cart and it was not administered as prescribed on multiple dates.
Staff person D administered medications before completing Department-approved medication administration course; violation disputed due to documentation.
Resident #1's assessment did not reflect frequent irritability and aggression documented in staff notes; addendum and new reporting form implemented.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 33 Hospice Residents: 2 Staffing Hours: 35 Waking Staff: 26 Deficiency Count: 15
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 32 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 2 Sep 21, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced complaint investigation conducted on 09/21/2022 to review compliance with regulations following a complaint.
Findings
The inspection found violations related to window screens in bedrooms #15 and #16, including a missing screen and a tear. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was fully implemented by 12/21/2022.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint and was a partial, unannounced visit. The plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
No screen covering an approximate 5" opening between the air conditioner and window frame in bedroom #15.
An approximate 4" x 6" tear in the upper left corner of the screen in the window in bedroom #16.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 32 Current Residents in Hospice: 2 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 9 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Aged 60 or Older: 31 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 6 Residents with Physical Disability: 0 Total Daily Staff: 38 Waking Staff: 29
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 35 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 4 Sep 1, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection visit on 09/01/2022 was a complaint-related partial inspection to review the facility's compliance and the implementation of a submitted plan of correction.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to failure to report incidents timely, incomplete medical evaluations within required timeframes, incomplete medication administration records, and incomplete resident assessments. The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented as of the follow-up review.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven, triggered by allegations of neglect and emotional abuse investigated by the local Area Agency on Aging. The complaint was substantiated by findings related to incident reporting and resident care documentation.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Failure to report an incident of neglect and emotional abuse to the Department within 24 hours as required.
Resident #1's initial medical evaluation was not completed within 60 days prior to admission or within 30 days after admission.
Medication administration records for Residents #1, #2, and #3 did not include initials of staff administering medications on multiple dates.
Resident #1's assessment did not include refusals of eating and drinking; Resident #2's assessment did not address alcohol use and related agitated behaviors.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 35 Total Daily Staff: 42 Waking Staff: 32 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 8 Residents 60 Years or Older: 29 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents with Mobility Need: 7 Hospice Residents: 1
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 35 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 2 Jul 28, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with an unannounced partial inspection on 07/28/2022 to review compliance and the submitted plan of correction.
Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented. Specific deficiencies included missing height assessment in a resident's medical evaluation and failure to notify the prescribing physician of a medication refusal. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented by March 23, 2023.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint. The report does not explicitly state substantiation status.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Resident #1's medical evaluation did not include a height assessment; this area of the form was blank.
Resident #1 declined to take a scheduled dose of medication, but the home failed to notify the prescribing physician within 24 hours as required.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 35 Current Hospice Residents: 1 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 7 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents Aged 60 or Older: 34 Residents with Mobility Need: 2 Residents with Physical Disability: 0 Total Daily Staff: 37 Waking Staff: 28
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 40 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 12 Jun 17, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following allegations related to resident abuse and neglect at the facility.
Findings
The investigation found multiple violations including failure to immediately report suspected abuse, inadequate supervision of staff, neglect of a resident who fell and was left unattended, staff without proper qualifications, incomplete resident medical evaluations and assessments, and failure to maintain proper resident records. Plans of correction were submitted and accepted with implementation dates noted.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by an allegation of abuse involving a resident who was found lying on the floor unattended while staff were outside smoking. Staff persons involved were reprimanded, and the Area Agency on Aging spoke with the home's Administrator regarding the allegation. The allegation was not reported to the Department. Multiple violations related to abuse reporting, supervision, and resident neglect were identified.
Deficiencies (12)
Description
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident and comply with reporting requirements.
Failure to develop and implement a plan of supervision or suspend staff involved in alleged abuse.
Failure to report incidents to the Department within 24 hours as required.
Resident neglect and failure to ensure staff presence in the home at all times when residents are present.
Direct care staff person without required high school diploma, GED, or active nurse aide registry status.
Failure to ensure a direct care staff person aged 21 or older is present in the home at all times residents are present.
Direct care staff providing unsupervised ADL services without completing required training and competency test.
Resident medical evaluation not completed within required timeframe prior to or after admission.
Resident preadmission screening form not dated, unable to verify completion within required timeframe.
Resident assessment did not include hospice services and use of safety devices such as chair/bed alarm.
Resident record lacked documentation of health care services and orders for visiting nurse or home health agencies.
Staff person administered insulin without completing required diabetes patient education program within past 12 months.
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Residents present: 40 Licensed capacity: 50 Staff on duty: 2 Morphine doses: 7 Tramadol doses: 2
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 41 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 3 May 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation to review compliance with regulations following allegations or issues raised about the facility.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies including failure to report a missing resident incident to the Department, unsecured medication cart accessible for approximately 10 minutes, and failure to report medication refusal to the prescribing physician. Plans of correction were submitted and accepted with completion dates in mid-2022 and implementation confirmed by November 10, 2022.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related as indicated by the inspection reason. The complaint involved failure to report incidents and medication administration issues. The plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented as of the inspection date.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Failure to report a missing resident incident to the Department within 24 hours.
Medication cart was unlocked, unattended, and accessible for approximately 10 minutes.
Failure to report resident medication refusal to the prescribing physician as required.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 41 Staffing Hours - Total Daily Staff: 44 Staffing Hours - Waking Staff: 33 Residents with Supplemental Security Income: 8 Residents Age 60 or Older: 37 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 3 Residents with Physical Disability: 0
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 38 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 1 Apr 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following allegations of abuse at the facility.
Findings
The submitted plan of correction was found to be not fully implemented. The report details an incident where a resident was verbally abused by a staff member, and outlines the corrective actions proposed including staff training and ongoing resident interviews.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on the described incident of verbal abuse. The plan of correction included abuse training for all staff, notification to the county agency, and scheduled private interviews with residents.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Resident #1 was verbally abused by staff person A, causing upset and embarrassment to the resident.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 38 Current Residents in Hospice: 2 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 9 Residents Age 60 or Older: 35 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 2 Residents with Physical Disability: 0
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 36 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 2 Feb 24, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation during an unannounced partial inspection on 02/24/2022.
Findings
The inspection found deficiencies related to furniture and equipment, including a non-operable toilet with a hole in a bathroom door and insufficient chairs in resident bedrooms. The facility submitted plans of correction which were accepted and fully implemented by the time of the report.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint, as explicitly stated under Inspection Information with reason 'Complaint'.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
The toilet located in the shared bathroom of resident rooms #16 and #17 was not operable, and there was an approximate 2" x 2" hole in the lower left side of the bathroom door leading from room #17.
Only 1 chair was present in the bedroom occupied by residents #1 and #2, #3 and #4, and #5 and #6, instead of 2 chairs per resident.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 36 Current Hospice Residents: 4 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 7 Residents Aged 60 or Older: 33 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 10 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 5 Residents with Physical Disability: 0 Total Daily Staff: 41 Waking Staff: 31
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Assistant AdministratorNamed as responsible for weekly checks to ensure compliance with furniture and equipment maintenance.
AdministratorResponsible for weekly room checks for 3 months to ensure compliance with furniture and equipment maintenance.
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 31 Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 8 Nov 16, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal inspection of the facility's license.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including potential entrapment hazards with bed rails, sanitary issues with cigarette butts in the smoking area, hot water temperature exceeding allowed limits, refrigerator temperature violations, smoking area location concerns, medication labeling inaccuracies, failure to follow prescriber's orders, and incomplete resident assessments. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented for all deficiencies.
Deficiencies (8)
Description
Resident #3 had a bed rail on both sides of the bed with multiple uncovered openings posing a potential entrapment hazard.
Approximately 30 cigarette butts were found on the ground around the designated outside smoking area.
Hot water temperature at the bathroom sink in bedroom #15 measured 124.9°F, exceeding the 120°F limit.
Refrigerator temperatures in refrigerator/freezer #1 were 49°F and 54°F, exceeding the 40°F limit.
The designated smoking area was located in the direct pathway of the walkway from the home to the rear parking lot.
Multiple residents had prescription medications with pharmacy labels that did not match prescribed directions.
Resident #5 was not administered prescribed medication because it was not available in the home; Resident #6 was administered 0 units of insulin despite a high blood glucose reading.
Resident #3's initial assessment did not include use of bedrails and home health service contact information.
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License Capacity: 50 Residents Served: 31 Cigarette Butts: 30 Hot Water Temperature: 124.9 Refrigerator Temperature: 49 Refrigerator Temperature: 54
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Sep 3, 2021
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The document serves to grant an extension of a waiver for a direct care staff person at Country Manor to obtain a General Education Diploma, extending the waiver period from August 31, 2021 to October 31, 2021.
Findings
The waiver extension is granted with conditions including documentation requirements and compliance expectations. The Department will review this waiver annually during inspections and may terminate the waiver or take licensing action if conditions are not met.
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Waiver extension period: 153
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Jeanne ParisiBureau Director, Human Services LicensingSigned the waiver extension letter
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Aug 20, 2021
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This document serves as a notice granting an extension of a waiver for a direct care staff member at Country Manor to obtain a General Education Diploma by October 31, 2021.
Findings
The waiver extension is granted under specific conditions including documentation requirements and a compliance deadline of October 31, 2021. The Department will review this waiver annually during inspections.
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Waiver effective period: 153
Employees Mentioned
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Jeanne ParisiBureau Director, Human Services LicensingSigned the waiver extension notice.
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Jun 1, 2021
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The document serves as a formal notice granting a waiver extension for a direct care staff member at Country Manor to obtain a General Education Diploma by August 31, 2021.
Findings
The waiver is granted under specific conditions including documentation requirements and a compliance deadline of August 31, 2021. The Department will review this waiver annually during inspections to ensure compliance.
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Waiver effective period: From May 31, 2021 to August 31, 2021 License number: 446290
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Jeanne ParisiBureau Director, Human Services LicensingSigned the waiver approval letter
Notice Capacity: 50 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 21, 2021
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The document serves as a certificate of compliance and a license renewal notice for Country Manor Personal Care Home, confirming the facility's authorized operation and informing that an annual onsite inspection will be conducted within the next twelve months.
Findings
The Department issued a regular license in response to the renewal application and advised that an annual inspection will be conducted to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. No findings or deficiencies are reported in this document.
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Maximum capacity: 50
Employees Mentioned
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Jamie L. BuchenauerDeputy SecretarySigned the certificate and renewal notice.

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