Inspection Reports for
Haven Health Sky Harbor

1880 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85006, United States, AZ, 85006

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Deficiencies (last 5 years)

Deficiencies (over 5 years) 15.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory findings recorded during state inspections.

311% worse than Arizona average
Arizona average: 3.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

28 21 14 7 0
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Nov 13, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding an allegation of emotional abuse by a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) toward Resident #100, specifically that the CNA held a dirty brief close to the resident's face.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved an allegation by Resident #100 that a CNA held a dirty brief close to her face, causing emotional abuse. The allegation was reported late to mandated entities, contrary to facility policy requiring reporting within 2 hours. The investigation included interviews with staff and the resident, review of time punch reports, and facility policies. The alleged perpetrator was suspended pending investigation. The allegation was ultimately unsubstantiated, and no psychosocial harm was found.
Findings
The facility failed to report the allegation of abuse to mandated entities within 2 hours as required. The investigation found that the alleged perpetrator CNA was suspended, and post-incident monitoring showed no psychosocial harm to the resident. The allegation was ultimately unable to be substantiated. Additionally, the facility failed to maintain complete medical records necessary to investigate cases of seven residents, which posed a potential risk to resident care.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Failure to safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed: 7 Sample size: 22 Universe: 106 Hours of pay: 12

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #143Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Alleged perpetrator in emotional abuse allegation involving Resident #100
Staff #108Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding abuse allegation and investigation procedures
Staff #97Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Provided statement and interview related to abuse allegation investigation
Staff #224Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)Reported Resident #100's allegation to the DON within 2 hours
Staff #309Facility AdministratorInterviewed regarding reporting procedures and investigation of abuse allegation
Staff #301Administrator-in-Training (AIT)Interviewed regarding involvement in investigation (none)

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Aug 12, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to allegations of abuse involving two residents at the facility, including reports of physical and sexual abuse and failure to timely report and investigate these allegations.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved two residents (#1 and #2) with allegations of abuse including forced medication administration, inappropriate touching, and sexual abuse. The facility was notified by Adult Protective Services (APS) of an anonymous report. The investigation included interviews with staff and residents, review of progress notes, and facility policies. No staff member was identified as the alleged perpetrator, and the allegations were unsubstantiated. The facility reported the complaint to APS, police, and Department of Health Services (DHS).
Findings
The facility failed to implement abuse prevention policies, timely report suspected abuse to proper authorities, and investigate allegations of abuse in a timely manner for two residents. The investigation found no staff member identified as the alleged perpetrator and the abuse allegations were unsubstantiated. Interventions were implemented to prevent further harm.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Failed to timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Failed to respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Report Facts
Residents affected: Some Date survey completed: Aug 12, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #249NurseNamed in medication administration and abuse allegation involving Resident #1
Staff #55Unit ManagerReported abuse allegations to administrator and DON, interviewed Resident #1
Staff #65Unit CoordinatorProvided translation and statements regarding abuse investigation
Staff #3Physical Therapy AssistantReported Resident #1's complaint of abuse to DON and administrator
Staff #4Physical TherapistReceived abuse report from Resident #1 and reported to DON and administrator
Staff #28AdministratorInformed of abuse allegations and involved in reporting to authorities
Staff #133Director of Nursing (DON)Informed of abuse allegations and involved in reporting to authorities
Staff #229Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Interviewed regarding abuse reporting and resident care
Staff #69Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Interviewed regarding abuse reporting
Staff #106Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Documented resident care and refusal of shower

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 24, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with maintaining accurate and complete documentation related to resident deaths, specifically regarding two residents (#2 and #6).

Findings
The facility failed to maintain accurate documentation surrounding the deaths of two residents, including missing vital signs and incomplete records of the circumstances of death. The facility was unable to locate documentation for Resident #6's death in both electronic and paper records.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to maintain accurate documentation surrounding the death of two residents (#2 and #6), including missing vital signs and incomplete records.
Report Facts
Residents Affected: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #127Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding documentation practices and inability to locate death records for Resident #6.
Staff #52Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed regarding documentation expectations during code blue events.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following a complaint alleging inappropriate conduct by a Certified Nursing Assistant towards resident #22 during incontinence care. The facility investigated the complaint from October 7 to October 11, 2024.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that a CNA popped resident #22 in the buttocks during incontinence care. The allegation was investigated and found unsubstantiated. The care plan was not updated as required to reflect the resident's preference for female caregivers.
Findings
The investigation determined the allegation was unsubstantiated; however, the facility failed to update the resident's care plan to reflect the requested preference for two female caregivers for incontinence care, which was only noted as an alert in the electronic medical record.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to update the care plan to include the resident's preference for two female caregivers for incontinence care.
Report Facts
Investigation duration (days): 5 BIMS score: 12

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed on October 22, 2024 regarding care plan update; identified as staff #13

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 1, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint alleging the facility failed to ensure a safe and appropriate transfer of one resident (#1), potentially resulting in residents not receiving appropriate care and services during the transition of care.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed that resident #1 was transferred to an out-of-state hospital without prior notification to the hospital or the resident's family. The hospital was unaware of the transfer until the ambulance notified them en route. The resident's family was not informed of the transfer until after it occurred. The facility failed to provide a discharge summary or report to the receiving hospital. The transfer was initiated by the resident's request, but the facility did not follow proper procedures for safe discharge and communication.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate documentation and communication during the transfer of resident #1 to an out-of-state hospital, including lack of physician orders for discharge, no report given to the receiving facility, and failure to notify the resident's family prior to transfer. Multiple attempts to find appropriate placement for the resident were unsuccessful, and the transfer was resident-driven. The facility did not follow its own policies regarding transfer notification and documentation.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure a safe and appropriate transfer of resident #1, including lack of physician discharge order, no communication/report to receiving facility, and failure to notify resident's family prior to transfer.
Report Facts
Residents Affected: 1 Transfer ambulance travel time: 5 Date of survey completion: Aug 1, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
John SmithDirector of NursingNamed in medication error finding
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #10Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding discharge procedures and communication
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #12Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding discharge communication and transfer of resident #1
Social Worker (SW) staff #14Social WorkerInterviewed regarding discharge planning and transfer
Case Manager (CM) staff #16Case ManagerInterviewed regarding discharge planning and transfer
Discharge Coordinator staff #28Discharge CoordinatorInterviewed regarding discharge and transfer of resident #1
Director of Nursing (DON) staff #18Director of NursingInterviewed regarding discharge procedures and documentation
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) staff #20Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding discharge procedures and documentation
Clinical Compliance Specialist staff #22Clinical Compliance SpecialistInterviewed regarding discharge procedures and documentation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 11 Date: May 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding the facility's failure to provide appropriate communication services and care planning for resident #48, who is deaf and blind and communicates via American Sign Language (ASL) - tactile. Additional complaints included inadequate assistance with meals, lack of activities, staffing documentation issues, improper medication administration, dental care deficiencies, food safety concerns, and incomplete clinical documentation.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on resident #48's communication deficits and the facility's failure to provide appropriate ASL-tactile interpretation services, resulting in isolation and unmet needs. Additional complaints included inadequate meal assistance, lack of activities, staffing documentation issues, improper medication administration, dental care deficiencies, food safety concerns, and incomplete clinical documentation. The investigation included interviews with family, staff, and service providers, as well as review of policies and records.
Findings
The facility failed to develop and implement a complete care plan addressing resident #48's communication needs, including the use of ASL-tactile interpreters. Staff lacked training in tactile sign language, resulting in poor communication and care. The facility also failed to provide timely meal assistance, maintain adequate staffing records, ensure proper medication administration, provide dental care, maintain food safety standards, and accurately document resident care. The quality assurance program did not adequately address these issues.

Deficiencies (11)
Failure to develop and implement a complete care plan addressing resident #48's communication needs including ASL-tactile.
Failure to provide adequate meal assistance to resident #48, resulting in delayed feeding and potential nutritional risk.
Failure to provide and document resident participation in activities, resulting in social isolation and decline in physical and mental well-being.
Failure to maintain accurate nursing and non-nursing staff schedules and time records, risking insufficient staffing.
Failure to ensure a registered nurse worked at least 8 consecutive hours per day.
Failure to ensure pain medications were administered within physician ordered parameters for resident #68.
Failure to provide routine and emergency dental care for resident #14.
Failure to ensure resident #48's food was served warm and palatable, with timely assistance.
Failure to discard unsafe food items and maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
Failure to maintain complete and accurate electronic health records for resident #48.
Failure to develop and implement effective staff training on communication skills needed to care for resident #48.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Facility census: 98 Staff scheduled: 1 Staff scheduled: 4 Staff scheduled: 8 Staff signed in: 0 Staff signed in: 2 Staff signed in: 5 Days with no RN hours: 4 Pain medication administrations outside parameters: 6 Meal intake missing documentation: 3 Days resident #48 not transferred out of bed: 11 Days resident #48 not transferred out of bed: 22 Days resident #48 not transferred out of bed: 18

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #8989Program Coordinator of a Non-Profit Interpretation ServiceProvided information on resident #48's communication needs and interpreter services
Staff #4558Director of NursingInterviewed regarding expectations for resident communication and care planning
Staff #6833Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding resident communication and care planning
Staff #666Receptionist/Scheduler of language access companyProvided information on interpreter requests and services for resident #48
Staff #2753Restorative Nursing AssistantDescribed communication with resident #48 and impact of mother's absence
Staff #7901Certified Nursing AssistantDescribed communication challenges with resident #48 and lack of sign language training
Staff #4901Certified Nursing AssistantDescribed communication with resident #48 and lack of sign language training
Staff #4909Resource, Clinical Compliance DirectorDiscussed staff training and communication issues with resident #48
Staff #7750Staffing Coordinator/Certified Nursing AssistantDescribed communication with resident #48 and training status
Staff #8888Licensed Practical NurseDiscussed communication challenges and care for resident #48
Staff #2908President of Clinical OperationsDiscussed pain medication administration and QAPI activities
Staff #3911Acting AdministratorDiscussed expectations for meal assistance, QAA activities, and kitchen sanitation
Staff #2809Dietary ManagerDiscussed food safety issues and kitchen sanitation
Staff #9600Unit Coordinator/Unit SecretaryDiscussed dental appointment scheduling
Staff #2691Licensed Practical NurseDiscussed documentation inaccuracies in resident #48's medical record

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 12 Date: May 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, communication, activities, staffing, medication administration, dental care, food service, and documentation.

Findings
The facility failed to adequately address the communication needs of a resident (#48) who is deaf and blind and uses ASL-tactile, resulting in lack of appropriate interpreter services and staff training. There were deficiencies in providing assistance with meals, ensuring food was served warm and palatable, maintaining sanitary kitchen conditions, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation. Staffing records were incomplete, and the facility failed to ensure a registered nurse worked 8 consecutive hours daily. Pain medication administration outside ordered parameters was identified and addressed through QAPI. Dental care was not consistently provided or scheduled. Activities were insufficiently documented and did not meet resident needs.

Deficiencies (12)
Failure to develop and implement a complete care plan addressing resident #48's communication needs including ASL-tactile interpreter services and staff training.
Failure to ensure resident #48 did not lose ability to perform activities of daily living related to communication deficits.
Failure to provide adequate assistance with meals to resident #48, resulting in missed meal intake documentation and delayed feeding assistance.
Failure to provide and document activities to meet resident #48's and #37's physical, mental, and psychological needs.
Failure to maintain adequate staffing records and ensure licensed nurse coverage including 8 consecutive hours of RN coverage daily.
Failure to ensure pain medications were administered according to physician ordered parameters for resident #68.
Failure to provide routine and emergency dental care for resident #14, including lack of scheduling and documentation of dental services.
Failure to ensure food served to resident #48 was warm, palatable, and timely, with delays in meal assistance.
Failure to discard unsafe food items and maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, including presence of moldy produce, foreign objects in food, and personal items in food prep areas.
Failure to maintain complete and accurate clinical documentation for resident #48, including inaccurate meal intake and care documentation.
Failure of the Quality Assessment and Assurance committee to develop and implement corrective action plans for identified problems related to PRN pain medication administration.
Failure to provide effective training for staff on communication skills needed to communicate with resident #48, including tactile sign language.
Report Facts
Medication administration dates: 6 Days without RN coverage: 4 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #8989Program Coordinator of a Non-Profit Interpretation ServiceProvided information on resident #48's communication needs and interpreter services
Staff #4558Director of NursingInterviewed regarding communication needs, pain medication administration, and staff training
Staff #6833Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding communication needs and staff training
Staff #666Receptionist/Scheduler of language access companyProvided information on interpreter service requests for resident #48
Staff #2753Restorative Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding communication with resident #48
Staff #7901Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding communication and care of resident #48
Staff #4901Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding communication and care of resident #48
Staff #4909Resource, Clinical Compliance DirectorInterviewed regarding staff training and communication with resident #48
Staff #7750Staffing Coordinator/Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding communication and care of resident #48
Staff #8888Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding communication and care of resident #48
Staff #2908President of Clinical OperationsInterviewed regarding pain medication administration and QAPI
Staff #3911Acting AdministratorInterviewed regarding QAPI and facility expectations
Staff #2910Operations ManagerInterviewed regarding food service and QAPI
Staff #2809Dietary ManagerInterviewed regarding kitchen sanitation and food safety
Staff #9600Unit Coordinator/Unit SecretaryInterviewed regarding dental care scheduling
Staff #2691Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding clinical documentation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 11, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to ensure medications were administered as ordered by the physician for one resident (#400).

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that medications for resident #400 were delayed due to pharmacy delivery timing and lack of availability in the facility's e-kits and pyxis machine. Staff interviews indicated gaps in notifying providers and documenting medication delays or refusals. The facility policy requires timely medication administration and documentation, which was not consistently followed.
Findings
The facility failed to administer prescribed medications to resident #400 as ordered, resulting in missed doses due to delays in pharmacy delivery and medication availability. Interviews with staff revealed inconsistent processes and documentation regarding medication administration and communication with providers.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure medications were administered as ordered by the physician for resident #400.
Report Facts
Medication doses missed: 3 Medication delivery times: 3 Medication order received time: 2153 Medication receipt time: 1211

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner (NP/staff #60)Interviewed regarding expectations for medication administration and notification of unavailable medications.
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON/staff #70)Interviewed regarding expectations for medication administration, follow-up on unavailable medications, and documentation.
Licensed Practical NurseLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #30)Interviewed about medication administration process and communication with pharmacy and providers.
Licensed Practical NurseLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN/staff #40)Interviewed about medication order processing and staff responsibilities.
Registry Licensed Practical NurseRegistry Licensed Practical Nurse (registry LPN/staff #50)Interviewed about familiarity with medication availability process and administration for resident #400.
Pharmacy ConsultantPharmacy Consultant (staff #10)Interviewed about medication delivery schedules and use of e-kits and pyxis machine.
Pharmacy DirectorPharmacy Director (staff #20)Referenced in email correspondence regarding medication order receipt and delivery timing.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jan 10, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to an emergent oxygen supply situation at the facility on 01/02/2024, which required sending several residents to the hospital because of low oxygen availability.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure adequate oxygen supply for six residents, resulting in an emergent situation where residents were transported to hospitals. Oxygen supply monitoring was inadequate prior to the incident, and there was no log tracking oxygen tank usage before 1/2/2024. The facility has since implemented a log and emergency preparedness training.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to provide safe and appropriate respiratory care due to inadequate oxygen supply for six residents.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 6 Oxygen delivery schedule: 3 Oxygen tank reserve: 2 Oxygen tanks in reserve after incident: 8 Oxygen saturation levels: 92 Resident #45 blood sugar: 345 Resident #23 BIMS score: 13 Resident #45 BIMS score: 15 Resident #12 BIMS score: 14 Resident #24 BIMS score: 14 Resident #7 BIMS score: 7 Resident #11 BIMS score: 12

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Informed of oxygen supply concerns and involved in triage and emergency response
Maintenance DirectorMaintenance DirectorDirected switching oxygen supply to reserve tanks and provided information on oxygen tank logs
Respiratory Therapy DirectorRespiratory Therapy DirectorNotified of emergent oxygen situation and involved in oxygen supply monitoring
Licensed Practical NurseLPNCalled for resident transport during oxygen emergency
Respiratory TherapistRespiratory TherapistOn duty during incident and provided information on oxygen supply monitoring

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 28, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following a complaint and investigation of an alleged sexual abuse incident involving resident #1 by a visitor who was the spouse of another resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. Resident #1 reported sexual abuse by a visitor (spouse of another resident) on April 22, 2023. The visitor was found in the resident's room with pants down. The resident reported the visitor raped her. The facility investigation and medical examination confirmed minor genital injuries consistent with the assault.
Findings
The facility failed to protect resident #1 from sexual abuse by a visitor who was the spouse of another resident. The investigation revealed the visitor was found on top of resident #1 in her room, and the resident reported being raped. Multiple staff interviews and medical examinations confirmed the incident. The facility lacked adequate visitor monitoring and had non-functioning video cameras.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to protect resident #1 from sexual abuse by a visitor who was the spouse of another resident.
Report Facts
Visitor check-ins: 17 Time of incident: 1650635400 Injury size: 4 Injury size: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #25Observed the alleged perpetrator on top of resident #1 and reported the incident.
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) staff #52Responded to LPN's call for help and witnessed the alleged perpetrator pulling up his pants.
Director of Nursing (DON) staff #161Reported video cameras were not functioning and described visitor monitoring procedures.
Administrator staff #151Conducted interviews and commented on visitor monitoring and facility response.
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) staff #86Provided observations about visitor freedom and resident #1's condition after the incident.
Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) staff #44Reported observations about the alleged perpetrator's presence and visitor monitoring.
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) staff #96Reported interactions with the alleged perpetrator and observations of his behavior.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 10 Date: Dec 15, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted based on complaints and observations regarding resident care, medication administration, infection control, and staff training at Haven Health Sky Harbor, LLC.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, triggered by allegations of failure to maintain resident dignity, medication errors, infection control deficiencies, inadequate care, and lack of staff training. Substantiation status is not explicitly stated.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain resident dignity, medication administration errors, improper infection control practices, failure to provide timely continence care, inadequate respiratory care, lack of monitoring psychotropic medication side effects, and insufficient staff training on resident rights, abuse prevention, dementia care, and infection control.

Deficiencies (10)
Failed to ensure one resident's catheter bag was covered to maintain dignity.
Medication orders did not meet professional standards; glucometers were not disinfected properly.
Failed to provide timely continence care for one resident.
Failed to provide respiratory care and treatment as ordered for one resident.
Failed to monitor side effects of psychotropic medication and failed to limit PRN psychotropic medication orders to 14 days.
Medication error rate was 8% due to failure to administer medication as ordered and crushing medication tablets that should not be crushed.
Infection Preventionist lacked infection control training.
Failed to provide evidence that 3 staff members received resident rights training.
Failed to provide evidence that 3 staff members received training on abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of resident property, and dementia management.
Failed to provide evidence that 3 staff members received infection control training.
Report Facts
Medication error rate: 8 Medication administration dates: 5 Medication dosages: 81 Medication dosages: 1000 Urine volume: 700

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #77Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding catheter care and privacy bag use.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #57Licensed Practical NurseObserved administering medications and interviewed about medication orders and glucometer cleaning.
Director of Nursing (DON) staff #16Director of NursingInterviewed multiple times regarding facility policies, medication administration, infection control, and staff training.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) staff #169Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding continence care provision and call light response.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #154Licensed Practical NurseObserved administering medication and glucometer use.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #67Licensed Practical Nurse, Infection PreventionistIdentified as Infection Preventionist without infection control training.
Human Resources staff #132Human ResourcesInterviewed regarding staff training records.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 10 Date: Dec 15, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the annual survey to assess compliance with federal and state regulations regarding resident care, medication administration, infection control, and staff training.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain resident dignity related to catheter privacy, medication administration errors, improper respiratory care, failure to provide timely continence care, inadequate monitoring of psychotropic medications, lack of infection preventionist training, and incomplete staff training on resident rights, abuse prevention, and infection control.

Deficiencies (10)
Failure to ensure resident's catheter bag was covered to maintain dignity.
Medication orders not meeting professional standards; glucometers not disinfected properly.
Failure to provide timely continence care for a resident.
Failure to provide respiratory care and treatment as ordered for a resident.
Failure to implement gradual dose reductions and limit PRN psychotropic medication orders to 14 days.
Medication error rate exceeded 5% due to administration errors including crushing non-crushable tablets and incorrect medication forms.
Infection Preventionist lacked infection control training.
Failure to provide resident rights training to some staff.
Failure to provide training on abuse, neglect, exploitation, and dementia care to some staff.
Failure to provide infection control training to some staff.
Report Facts
Medication error rate: 8 Medication administration dates: 2022 Observation dates: 2022

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #77Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding catheter care and privacy bag usage.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #107Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding catheter care and privacy bag policy.
Director of Nursing (DON) staff #16Director of NursingInterviewed regarding catheter care, medication administration, glucometer cleaning, oxygen administration, psychotropic medication monitoring, and staff training.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) staff #57Licensed Practical NurseObserved and interviewed regarding medication administration errors and glucometer cleaning.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) staff #169Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding continence care provision and call light response.
Registered Nurse (RN) staff #201Registered NurseProvided statement regarding continence care observations.
Staff #154Licensed Practical NurseObserved administering medications and glucometer cleaning.
Staff #67Licensed Practical NurseInfection Preventionist without infection control training.
Human Resources staff #132Human ResourcesInterviewed regarding staff training records.

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 80 Deficiencies: 10 Date: Sep 23, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was a routine survey to assess compliance with federal and state regulations regarding resident care, medication administration, infection control, and facility operations.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including incomplete and untimely Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, incomplete baseline and comprehensive care plans, medication administration errors, inadequate pressure ulcer care, failure to provide routine dental care, failure to notify residents and families of COVID-19 positive staff, and failure to ensure residents received scheduled showers and vision care.

Deficiencies (10)
Failure to complete timely MDS discharge assessments and comprehensive MDS assessments.
Failure to develop baseline care plans including psychotropic medications and comprehensive care plans for splinting devices and IV antibiotics.
Failure to provide professional standards of care for IV antibiotic administration and dressing changes.
Failure to ensure residents received scheduled showers.
Failure to provide appropriate bowel care and follow-up for constipation.
Failure to assist resident in obtaining vision care and glasses.
Failure to provide consistent pressure ulcer care and documentation.
Failure to provide routine and emergency dental care as ordered.
Failure to notify residents and families of staff COVID-19 positive cases in a timely manner.
Medication administration errors including incorrect dosing and administration of medications not ordered.
Report Facts
Sample size: 19 Medication error rate: 10.71 Census: 80

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #89MDS CoordinatorInterviewed regarding MDS assessment deficiencies
Staff #76Director of NursingInterviewed regarding MDS assessments, care plans, medication administration, and COVID-19 notifications
Staff #3Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding baseline care plan development
Staff #8Licensed Practical Nurse / Charge NurseInterviewed regarding care plan deficiencies
Staff #222Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding medication administration and vision care
Staff #158Infection PreventionistInterviewed regarding COVID-19 notifications
Staff #256Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding bowel care
Staff #265Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding bowel care
Staff #11LPN / Director of Wound CareInterviewed regarding pressure ulcer care
Staff #238Licensed Practical NurseObserved and interviewed regarding medication administration errors
Staff #156AdministratorInterviewed regarding COVID-19 notification process

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 12 Date: Sep 23, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with federal regulations related to resident care, treatment, and facility operations, including review of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, care plans, medication administration, infection control, and resident rights.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including incomplete and overdue MDS assessments, failure to develop baseline and comprehensive care plans addressing psychotropic medications, splinting devices, and IV antibiotic use, medication administration errors, inadequate pressure ulcer care and documentation, failure to provide routine dental care, failure to notify residents and families of COVID-19 positive staff, and failure to ensure residents received scheduled showers and vision care assistance.

Deficiencies (12)
Failure to complete timely and accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments including discharge and quarterly assessments.
Failure to develop baseline care plans including psychotropic medications for admitted residents.
Failure to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for splinting devices and intravenous antibiotic use.
Failure to ensure professional standards of quality for antibiotic administration and IV dressing changes.
Failure to ensure residents received scheduled showers resulting in hygiene needs not being met.
Failure to provide appropriate bowel care and monitor bowel movements, resulting in prolonged constipation without physician notification.
Failure to assist a resident in obtaining vision care and eyeglasses, resulting in decreased vision abilities.
Failure to provide consistent pressure ulcer care and documentation, including missed treatments and incomplete skin assessments.
Failure to provide pain management consistent with physician orders, including incorrect administration of pain medications.
Medication administration errors including incorrect dosages and administration of medications not ordered.
Failure to provide routine and emergency dental care, including failure to act on dental referrals and schedule appointments.
Failure to notify residents, their representatives, and families about a staff member testing positive for COVID-19 during an outbreak.
Report Facts
Sample size: 19 Medication error rate: 10.71 Census: 80

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff #89MDS CoordinatorInterviewed regarding MDS assessment completion and deficiencies
Staff #76Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding MDS assessments, care plans, medication administration, and COVID-19 notification
Staff #266Social Services DirectorInterviewed regarding completion of BIMS section of MDS
Staff #8Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Charge NurseInterviewed regarding baseline care plan development and splint care planning
Staff #84Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Admission NurseInterviewed regarding baseline care plan and psychotropic medication documentation
Staff #158Infection Preventionist (LPN)Interviewed regarding infection care plans and COVID-19 notification
Staff #222Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed regarding IV antibiotic care plan and vision care follow-up
Staff #196Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Interviewed regarding shower scheduling and documentation
Staff #256Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Interviewed regarding bowel movement monitoring
Staff #265Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed regarding bowel care and PRN medication protocols
Staff #11Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Director of Wound CareInterviewed regarding pressure ulcer care and documentation
Staff #81Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed regarding pain medication administration errors
Staff #238Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Observed and interviewed regarding medication administration errors
Staff #17Social Services DirectorInterviewed regarding vision care assistance and glasses
Staff #65Case ManagerInterviewed regarding vision care assistance and payment
Staff #73Discharge CoordinatorInterviewed regarding vision care assistance
Staff #158Infection Control Preventionist (ICP)Interviewed regarding COVID-19 notification and signage
Staff #136Admissions DirectorInterviewed regarding COVID-19 notification in admission packet
Staff #156AdministratorInterviewed regarding COVID-19 notification process

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