Inspection Reports for
Lakewood Therapy and Living Center

260 Lakepark Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71901, AR, 71901

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Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies (over 4 years) 12 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

131% worse than Arkansas average
Arkansas average: 5.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

16 12 8 4 0
2022
2023
2024
2025

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 58% occupied

Based on a February 2024 inspection.

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

Occupancy rate over time

40% 60% 80% 100% Dec 2022 Feb 2024

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 8 Date: Jan 9, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident dignity, confidentiality, care planning, discharge procedures, wound care, staffing postings, and psychotropic medication management at The Springs of Red Oak nursing home.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain resident dignity during transport, protect confidentiality of personal medical information, coordinate PASARR assessments, develop comprehensive care plans for tobacco use, complete discharge summaries, provide consistent wound care documentation, post nurse staffing information daily, and ensure proper documentation for psychotropic medication dose reductions.

Deficiencies (8)
Failed to ensure dignity was maintained for Resident #21 during transport while not fully covered.
Failed to ensure confidentiality of personal and medical information for Resident #21 due to an unattended, unlocked tablet displaying sensitive information.
Failed to coordinate PASARR level II evaluation and incorporate recommendations into care planning for Resident #46.
Failed to develop a comprehensive care plan addressing tobacco use and related monitoring for Resident #55.
Failed to develop a discharge summary including recapitalization of stay, final status, and medication reconciliation for Resident #111.
Failed to ensure wound care treatment for pressure ulcer on Resident #39 was documented as completed daily per physician's order.
Failed to post nurse staffing information daily with current date, facility name, staff hours, and resident census.
Failed to ensure gradual dose reductions and proper documentation for psychotropic medication use beyond 14 days for Resident #43.
Report Facts
Assessment Reference Date: Nov 8, 2024 Assessment Reference Date: Nov 11, 2024 Assessment Reference Date: Nov 17, 2024 Assessment Reference Date: Oct 20, 2024 Assessment Reference Date: Nov 20, 2024 BIMS Score: 10 BIMS Score: 6 BIMS Score: 15 BIMS Score: 12 BIMS Score: 4 Medication Dose: 2 Medication Dose: 1 Deficiencies cited: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding multiple deficiencies including dignity, confidentiality, PASARR coordination, care planning, discharge summary, wound care, staffing posting, and psychotropic medication documentation.
Certified Nursing Assistant #2Certified Nursing AssistantObserved pushing Resident #21 while not fully covered, acknowledged dignity issue.
Administrator ConsultantAdministrator ConsultantStated facility was unable to locate PASARR level II evaluation report for Resident #46.
Minimum Data Set CoordinatorMinimum Data Set CoordinatorConfirmed Resident #55 smoked tobacco and care plan did not address smoking.
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingProvided policy titled Care Planning - Interdisciplinary Team.
Nurse ConsultantNurse ConsultantStated tablets should be locked to protect resident information and commented on PASARR tag.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 8 Date: Jan 9, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident dignity, confidentiality, PASARR coordination, care planning, discharge summaries, wound care, nurse staffing postings, and psychotropic medication management at The Springs of Red Oak nursing facility.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain resident dignity during transport, protect confidentiality of medical information, coordinate PASARR assessments, develop comprehensive care plans for tobacco use, complete discharge summaries, provide consistent wound care documentation, post nurse staffing information daily, and ensure proper documentation for psychotropic medication dose reductions.

Deficiencies (8)
Failed to ensure dignity was maintained for Resident #21 during transport while not fully covered.
Failed to ensure confidentiality of personal and medical information for Resident #21 due to an unattended, unlocked tablet displaying sensitive information.
Failed to coordinate with state authority regarding PASARR level II evaluation for Resident #46, potentially affecting care.
Failed to develop a comprehensive care plan addressing tobacco use and related monitoring for Resident #55.
Failed to develop a discharge summary including recapitalization, final status, and medication reconciliation for Resident #111.
Failed to ensure wound care treatment for pressure ulcer on Resident #39 was documented as completed daily per physician's order.
Failed to post nurse staffing information daily including facility name, current date, staff hours, and resident census.
Failed to ensure gradual dose reductions and proper documentation for psychotropic medication use beyond 14 days for Resident #43.
Report Facts
Residents Affected: 1 Residents Affected: 1 Residents Affected: 1 Residents Affected: 1 Residents Affected: 1 Residents Affected: 1 Residents Affected: 1 Residents Affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding multiple deficiencies including dignity, confidentiality, PASARR, care plans, discharge summaries, wound care, staffing postings, and psychotropic medication documentation.
Certified Nursing Assistant #2Certified Nursing AssistantObserved pushing Resident #21 not fully covered, acknowledged dignity issue.
Administrator ConsultantAdministrator ConsultantStated facility was unable to locate PASARR level II evaluation report for Resident #46.
Minimum Data Set CoordinatorMinimum Data Set CoordinatorConfirmed Resident #55 smoked tobacco and care plan did not address smoking.
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingProvided policy titled Care Planning - Interdisciplinary Team.
Nurse ConsultantNurse ConsultantStated tablet should be locked to protect resident's personal and medical information.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 5 Date: Feb 23, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication management, infection control, and safety in the nursing home facility.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including improper catheter care leading to potential infection risks, failure to ensure correct oxygen dosage administration, inadequate medication labeling and storage practices, lack of a water management program to prevent Legionella, and failure to document pneumococcal vaccinations for eligible residents.

Deficiencies (5)
Failed to ensure indwelling catheter tubing was anchored properly and catheter bags were not touching the floor, increasing infection risk.
Failed to ensure parameters were in place to administer correct oxygen dosage for a resident.
Failed to ensure multi-dose insulin vials were dated when opened and expired medications were removed to prevent administration errors.
Failed to develop and implement a water management program to minimize risk of Legionella and other waterborne pathogens.
Failed to ensure pneumococcal immunizations were administered and documented for eligible residents.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 38 Residents sampled: 5 Open multi-dose insulin vial dates: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse #1Licensed Practical NurseDiscussed insulin vial dating and medication cart checks
Licensed Practical Nurse #2Licensed Practical NurseProvided information on catheter securing and oxygen administration
Certified Nursing Assistant #1Certified Nursing AssistantConfirmed catheter bag placement and catheter securing practices
Director of NursingDirector of NursingProvided explanations on catheter care, oxygen administration, medication policies, and vaccination documentation
Maintenance SupervisorMaintenance SupervisorInterviewed regarding water management and Legionella prevention
AdministratorAdministratorProvided policies and information on water management and vaccination protocols

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 5 Date: Feb 23, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication management, infection control, and facility safety at The Springs of Red Oak nursing home.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including improper catheter care leading to potential infection risk, inadequate oxygen therapy documentation, failure to date multi-dose insulin vials and remove expired medications, lack of a water management program to prevent Legionella, and failure to ensure pneumococcal vaccinations were administered and documented for eligible residents.

Deficiencies (5)
Failed to ensure indwelling catheter tubing was anchored properly and catheter bags were not touching the floor, increasing infection risk.
Failed to ensure oxygen therapy parameters were established and documented to enable correct dosage administration.
Failed to date multi-dose insulin vials when opened and remove expired medications from medication carts.
Failed to develop and implement a water management program to minimize risk of Legionella and other waterborne pathogens.
Failed to ensure pneumococcal immunizations were administered and documented for eligible residents.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 38 Residents sampled: 5 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #1Confirmed catheter bag placement on floor and catheter tubing not secured
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2Provided information on catheter securing procedures and oxygen therapy documentation
Director of Nursing (DON)Provided explanations on catheter care, oxygen therapy, medication storage policies, and vaccination documentation
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1Observed with medication cart and questioned about insulin vial dating and expired medications
Maintenance SupervisorInterviewed about water management and Legionella prevention
AdministratorProvided policies and information regarding Legionella prevention and vaccination protocols

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 46 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Feb 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding a fall with major injury involving Resident #1 during off-loading from the facility transport van on 12/4/2023, and failure to timely report the incident as required.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. Resident #1 fell from a manual wheelchair during off-loading from the facility van on 12/4/2023, resulting in a back injury requiring hospital treatment and surgery. The facility failed to report the incident within the required 2-hour timeframe and failed to ensure safe transport procedures. Immediate Jeopardy was identified and later removed after in-services and corrective actions.
Findings
The facility failed to timely report a major injury fall incident involving Resident #1 and failed to ensure safe off-loading procedures from the transport van, resulting in Immediate Jeopardy to resident health and safety. Additionally, the facility failed to review and revise care plans timely for wound care for Residents #1 and #3.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft involving a fall with major injury for Resident #1.
Failed to review and revise the care plan and reassess effectiveness of interventions for Residents #1 and #3.
Failed to ensure safe off-loading of Resident #1 from facility transportation van, resulting in fall and back injury with Immediate Jeopardy.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 2 Census: 46 Dates of in-services: 12/4/2023 and 1/30/2024 in-services provided related to lift operation and securing residents

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1Documented progress note and incident report regarding Resident #1's fall
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #1 / Van DriverWitnessed and involved in Resident #1's fall from wheelchair during off-loading
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding investigation and care plan revisions
AdministratorInterviewed regarding incident and investigation
MDS NurseInterviewed regarding care plan revisions and incident response

Inspection Report

Census: 46 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Feb 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate multiple deficiencies related to resident care, including failure to timely report a fall with major injury, failure to review and revise care plans for wound care, and failure to ensure safe off-loading of a resident from the facility transportation van.

Findings
The facility failed to report a major injury fall within the required timeframe, did not revise care plans to reflect new wound care treatments for sampled residents, and allowed a resident to fall from a wheelchair during off-loading from the facility van, resulting in immediate jeopardy to resident health and safety.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft involving a fall with major injury within 2 hours for Resident #1.
Failure to review and revise the care plan and reassess effectiveness of interventions for wound care for Residents #1 and #3.
Failure to ensure safe off-loading of Resident #1 from the facility transportation van, resulting in a fall and back injury with past Immediate Jeopardy.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 2 Residents affected: 46 Residents affected: 1 Deficiency citation date: 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse #1Licensed Practical NurseDocumented progress note and incident report regarding Resident #1's fall
CNA #1Certified Nursing Assistant/Van DriverWitnessed and involved in Resident #1's fall from the van
Director of NursingDirector of NursingProvided investigation information and policy on care plan revisions
AdministratorAdministratorConducted investigation and provided statements regarding Resident #1's fall
MDS NurseMDS NurseProvided information on care plan revision responsibilities and recalled incident

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jun 6, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the accuracy of resident assessments, specifically to verify if the presence of feeding tubes was correctly documented on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for sampled residents.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that the presence of a feeding tube was accurately coded on the MDS for one resident. Interviews and record reviews confirmed that Resident #1 had a feeding tube that was not documented on multiple MDS assessments, despite staff acknowledging its presence.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure the presence of a feeding tube was accurately coded on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for Resident #1.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 Residents affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Interviewed regarding residents with feeding tubes
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1Interviewed about Resident #1's feeding tube
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2Interviewed about Resident #1's feeding tube
Registered Nurse (RN) #1Interviewed about Resident #1's feeding tube
MDS CoordinatorInterviewed about documentation of feeding tube on MDS

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jun 6, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the accuracy of resident assessments, specifically to verify the correct coding of the presence of feeding tubes on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for sampled residents.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that the presence of a feeding tube was accurately documented on the MDS for one resident. Interviews and record reviews confirmed the resident had a feeding tube, but it was not coded on the MDS as required by the RAI manual.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure the presence of a feeding tube was accurately coded on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for one resident.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 Residents affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Interviewed regarding residents with feeding tubes
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1Interviewed about familiarity with Resident #1 and feeding tube status
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2Interviewed about Resident #1's feeding tube status
Registered Nurse (RN) #1Interviewed about Resident #1's feeding tube and medication administration
MDS CoordinatorInterviewed about documentation of feeding tube on MDS

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 24, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulations regarding the completion of a Significant Change in Status Minimum Data Set (MDS) within 14 days when a resident's status changes significantly, specifically related to hospice care enrollment.

Findings
The facility failed to complete a Significant Change in Status MDS within 14 days for one sampled resident (Resident #3) who began receiving hospice care, potentially affecting 10 residents receiving hospice care. The Quarterly MDS did not document hospice care, and the Care Plan did not address hospice care as required.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to complete a Significant Change in Status Minimum Data Set (MDS) within 14 days of determining the status change was significant for a resident who received Hospice Care.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 10 Assessment Reference Date: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
MDS CoordinatorInterviewed regarding hospice care status and MDS completion
Director of Nursing (DON)Provided confirmation on policy regarding Significant Change MDS completion

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 24, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess whether the facility completed a Significant Change in Status Minimum Data Set (MDS) within 14 days of determining a significant change in condition for a resident who received Hospice Care.

Findings
The facility failed to complete a Significant Change in Status MDS within 14 days for one sampled resident receiving Hospice Care, despite knowledge of the requirement by staff. This deficiency had the potential to affect 10 residents receiving Hospice Care.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to complete a Significant Change in Status Minimum Data Set (MDS) within 14 days of determining a significant change in condition for Resident #3 receiving Hospice Care.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 10

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 37 Deficiencies: 6 Date: Dec 8, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident rights, safety, care planning, hygiene, food preparation, and facility maintenance at The Springs of Red Oak nursing home.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to ensure resident privacy regarding catheter bags, inadequate maintenance and housekeeping leading to unsafe environmental conditions, failure to update care plans timely, poor personal hygiene care, improper food preparation consistency, and lapses in food safety and sanitation practices.

Deficiencies (6)
Failure to provide privacy by not covering a urinary catheter bag for 1 resident.
Failure to maintain sanitary, orderly, and safe environment including broken blinds, missing floor tiles, loose handrails, and exposed sharp edges.
Failure to review and revise care plan and reassess effectiveness of interventions for 1 resident using a seat belt in wheelchair.
Failure to ensure fingernails were clean, groomed, and free from jagged edges for 1 resident dependent on staff.
Failure to ensure pureed food items were blended to a smooth, lump-free consistency for 1 meal observed.
Failure to follow food safety practices including hand washing, sealing foods, removing expired products, and maintaining ice machine cleanliness.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 37 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 36 Residents affected: 7 Total census: 37 Expired food product count: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse #1LPNInterviewed regarding catheter bag privacy
Licensed Practical Nurse #2LPNInterviewed regarding catheter bag privacy
Certified Nursing Assistant #1CNAInterviewed regarding resident fingernail care
Dietary SupervisorObserved preparing pureed food and interviewed about food consistency and safety
Dietary Employee #1Observed handling food without proper hand washing
Dietary Employee #2Observed improper hand drying and food preparation
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed regarding facility maintenance issues
Director of NursingDONProvided information and documents related to care plans and facility practices
Regional ConsultantInterviewed regarding food consistency and facility policies

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 37 Deficiencies: 6 Date: Dec 8, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and the quality of care provided at The Springs of Red Oak nursing home.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to provide privacy for residents with urinary catheters, inadequate maintenance and housekeeping leading to unsafe environmental conditions, failure to update care plans appropriately, poor personal hygiene care for residents, improper preparation of pureed food, and food safety violations in the kitchen.

Deficiencies (6)
Failure to provide privacy by not covering a urinary catheter bag for 1 resident.
Failure to maintain a safe, clean, and homelike environment due to broken blinds, missing floor tiles, loose handrails, and other hazards.
Failure to review and revise the care plan and reassess effectiveness of interventions for 1 resident using a seat belt in an electric wheelchair.
Failure to ensure fingernails were clean, groomed, and free from jagged edges for 1 resident dependent on staff for nail care.
Failure to ensure pureed food items were blended to a smooth, lump-free consistency for residents requiring pureed diets.
Failure to follow proper food safety practices including hand washing, sealing food in the refrigerator, removing expired food, and maintaining ice machines.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 37 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 36 Residents affected: 7 Residents affected: 37

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN #1Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding catheter bag privacy
LPN #2Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding catheter bag privacy
CNA #1Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding resident fingernail care
Dietary SupervisorObserved and interviewed regarding food preparation and safety
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed regarding environmental hazards and maintenance issues
Regional ConsultantInterviewed regarding food consistency and hand washing policy

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