Inspection Reports for Meadowview Nursing and Rehab

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Deficiencies (last 3 years)

Deficiencies (over 3 years) 15.3 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

226% worse than Pennsylvania average
Pennsylvania average: 4.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

16 12 8 4 0
2023
2024
2025

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Oct 22, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaints related to failure in following a resident's care plan regarding male caregivers, inadequate nutrition and hydration leading to actual harm, and failure to maintain accurate medical records.

Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-driven, focusing on allegations of abuse related to male caregivers, inadequate nutrition and hydration causing harm, and inaccurate medical recordkeeping. Substantiation status is not explicitly stated.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure a resident did not receive care from male aides as per care plan, failed to assess and intervene adequately for a resident's nutritional and hydration needs resulting in hospitalization, and failed to maintain accurate medical records documenting an injury incident.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to follow a resident's care plan by allowing male caregivers despite resident's request.
Failed to provide adequate nutrition and hydration to a resident, resulting in actual harm and hospitalization.
Failed to maintain accurate medical records for a resident, including documentation of injury.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed: 15 Residents reviewed: 11 Resident weight: 123 Resident height: 69 Ideal body weight: 160 Caloric needs: 1500 Caloric needs: 1950 Fluid needs: 1500 Fluid needs: 1800 Nutritional supplement intake: 557 Nutritional supplement intake: 536 Nutritional supplement intake: 437 Nutritional supplement intake: 951 Nutritional supplement intake: 634 Nutritional supplement intake: 694 Nutritional supplement intake: 664 Nutritional supplement intake: 399 Nutritional supplement intake: 457 Nutritional supplement intake: 279 Nutritional supplement intake: 634 Nutritional supplement intake: 288 Nutritional supplement intake: 467 Nutritional supplement intake: 240 Nutritional supplement intake: 634 Nutritional supplement intake: 240 Blood chloride level: 128 Blood sodium level: 170 Blood urea nitrogen (BUN): 48 Nutritional supplement dosage: 4 Nutritional supplement dosage: 8 IV fluid rate: 80

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E9AideAssigned male aide who provided care to Resident R2 against care plan
Employee E5Registered DietitianConfirmed last nutritional assessment and lack of notification about dietary consult
Employee E7Nurse PractitionerOrdered nutritional assessments, IV fluids, and hospital transfer for Resident CL1
Employee E6Licensed NurseAttempted IV insertion and documented nursing notes for Resident CL1
Employee E14Registered Nurse, Unit SupervisorAssessed Resident R1 after injury incident and confirmed injury

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 28, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with physician orders and care standards, specifically reviewing the facility's adherence to Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders for residents.

Findings
The facility failed to follow physician orders regarding the DNR status of one resident (Resident R2), resulting in inappropriate resuscitation efforts despite a documented DNR order. This failure led to the resident's death and was confirmed by the Director of Nursing.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to follow physician orders for Resident R2's DNR status, resulting in inappropriate resuscitation efforts.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E5Licensed NurseNamed in nursing progress note documenting resident condition and response.
Director of NursingConfirmed facility failed to implement Physician Order pertaining to Resident R2's DNR status.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Apr 11, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following complaints regarding improper resident discharge documentation, failure to notify residents and representatives of transfers, and inadequate care planning for residents exhibiting aggressive behaviors.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found substantiated issues related to improper discharge documentation for Resident R523, failure to notify Resident R136's representative and Ombudsman of a facility-initiated transfer, and inadequate care planning for Resident R325's aggressive behavior.
Findings
The facility failed to document appropriate discharge reasons for a resident transferred to the hospital without physician order or notification, failed to notify the resident's representative and the Ombudsman of the transfer, and failed to develop a comprehensive care plan with measurable objectives for a resident exhibiting aggressive behavior towards others.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to ensure appropriate discharge documentation and physician notification for resident transfer to hospital.
Failed to provide timely notification to resident, representative, and Ombudsman before transfer or discharge.
Failed to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan with measurable objectives for a resident exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
Report Facts
Clinical records reviewed: 35 Residents affected: 4

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E8Admission DirectorInterviewed regarding resident discharge due to insurance paperwork
Employee E15Nurse AideProvided statement regarding altercation between residents R325 and R72
Employee E14Nurse AideProvided statement regarding altercation between residents R325 and R46

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 10 Date: Apr 11, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident discharge documentation, notification of transfers, PASRR screening, care planning, medication administration, pain management, food service, therapeutic diets, and resident rights including arbitration agreements.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to document appropriate discharge reasons and notify representatives of transfers, incomplete PASRR screening, inadequate care plans for residents with aggressive behaviors, failure to revise care plans accurately, missed medication doses, inadequate pain management due to delayed medication delivery, serving food at improper temperatures and incorrect therapeutic diets, and failure to ensure resident capacity for signing arbitration agreements.

Deficiencies (10)
Failure to document an appropriate discharge reason and provide required notification for resident transfers to hospital.
Failure to complete PASRR screening appropriately according to resident assessment.
Failure to provide timely notification to resident and representatives before transfer or discharge.
Failure to develop a comprehensive care plan with measurable objectives for resident exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
Failure to revise resident care plans accurately based on assessments and diagnoses.
Failure to administer medication as ordered by the physician, resulting in missed doses.
Failure to provide safe, appropriate pain management for residents due to delayed medication delivery and missed doses.
Failure to provide food and drink that was palatable and served at safe and appetizing temperatures.
Failure to ensure therapeutic diets prescribed by attending physician were provided correctly to resident.
Failure to ensure resident had capacity to understand terms of binding arbitration agreement prior to signing.
Report Facts
Missed medication doses: 2 Missed medication doses: 4 Missed medication doses: 10 Food temperature: 109 Food temperature: 103.5 Food temperature: 116 Food temperature: 61 Food temperature: 53.5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E8Admission DirectorInterviewed regarding resident discharge and arbitration agreement procedures.
Employee E9Unit ManagerConfirmed missed medication doses for Resident R175.
Employee E2Director of NursingConfirmed missed medication doses and narcotic delivery delays for Residents R9 and R132.
Employee E6Social WorkerConfirmed PASRR assessment deficiencies for Resident R184.
Employee E15Nurse AideProvided statement regarding resident altercation involving Resident R325.
Employee E3Food Service DirectorConducted food temperature observations during test tray.
Employee E10Director of RehabilitationConfirmed therapeutic diet order discrepancies for Resident R210.
Employee E11Speech Language PathologistProvided discharge summary and diet recommendations for Resident R210.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jun 10, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with professional standards of quality in medication orders, specifically regarding a non-physician practitioner's prescribing practices for one resident receiving antidiabetic medication.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that a non-physician practitioner maintained professional standards of quality care for one resident (Resident R 96) related to the ordering and administration of Ozempic at an incorrect dosage. The resident experienced pain during medication administration and nausea after the first dose, leading to a dose reduction and additional medication orders. The prescribing error was confirmed by the non-physician practitioner.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure care and services were provided in accordance with professional standards of practice for one resident regarding proper medication order by a non-physician practitioner.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed: 35 Resident blood sugar levels: 260 Resident blood sugar levels: 350 Resident blood sugar levels: 250 A1c value: 6.4 Medication dose: 2 Medication dose: 0.25 Date of first dose administration: 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Non-physician practitionerEmployee E 18 who ordered the medication and confirmed the dosing error

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 15 Date: Jun 10, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted based on observations, resident and staff interviews, and clinical record reviews to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication management, infection control, and facility environment.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including maintaining a safe and clean environment, medication management including narcotic discrepancies and improper medication orders, failure to conduct thorough investigations of incidents, inadequate care planning for residents' needs, failure to monitor adverse effects of medications, improper infection control practices, inaccurate meal tray provisions, and failure to implement an effective antibiotic stewardship program.

Deficiencies (15)
Failed to maintain a safe, clean, homelike environment on three of five nursing units including issues with cleanliness, odor, and storage in shower rooms.
Failed to ensure a resident was free from misappropriation related to missing medication for one of 35 residents reviewed.
Failed to conduct a complete and thorough investigation of an alleged violation for one of 35 residents reviewed.
PASRR screening was not appropriately completed according to the resident assessment for two of three residents reviewed.
Did not develop a baseline care plan for a newly admitted resident with history of drug abuse.
Failed to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan related to swallowing difficulties and unwanted behaviors during mealtime for two residents.
Failed to ensure care and services were provided in accordance with professional standards of practice for one resident regarding proper medication order.
Failed to ensure physician orders were followed related to insulin administration for two residents and adaptive equipment for one resident.
Failed to provide accurate meal trays and food products based on resident preferences for three residents.
Failed to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program to prevent transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms and ensure hand hygiene during medication administration.
Failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing for two residents.
Failed to provide appropriate care to maintain and/or improve range of motion and positioning for a resident with limited range of motion.
Failed to ensure accurate accounting of controlled drugs in one medication storage room.
Failed to ensure residents' drug regimen was free from unnecessary drugs related to antipsychotic medication without adequate monitoring.
Failed to maintain an effective antibiotic stewardship program including monitoring antibiotic usage for four months reviewed.
Report Facts
Medication discrepancy: 29 Residents treated with antibiotics: 73 Blood sugar level: 413 Blood sugar level: 459 Medication dose: 2 Medication dose: 0.25 Medication volume discrepancy: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E28HousekeeperMentioned in relation to dried tube feeding substance on floor.
Employee E25Housekeeping DirectorConfirmed removal of dried tube feeding substance and stained toilets.
Employee E3Licensed Unit ManagerConfirmed observations in shower room on E unit.
Employee E6Regional Maintenance DirectorConfirmed stained toilets and cleaning methods.
Employee E12Licensed NurseInvolved in narcotic counts and medication administration related to missing oxycodone.
Employee E13Licensed Agency NurseInvolved in narcotic counts and medication administration related to missing oxycodone.
Employee E14Licensed Agency NurseAdministered oxycodone doses and involved in narcotic counts.
Employee E15Licensed NurseInvolved in narcotic counts and medication administration related to missing oxycodone.
Employee E26Registered NurseReported choking incident and incomplete investigation.
Employee E29Assistant Director of NursingConfirmed lack of baseline care plan and monitoring of antipsychotic medication.
Employee E10Director of Social WorkConfirmed inaccurate PASRR assessments.
Employee E17Speech TherapistRecommended no straws for resident at risk of aspiration.
Employee E18Non-physician PractitionerOrdered incorrect dose of Ozempic medication.
Employee E20Nurse AideConfirmed improper heel offloading.
Employee E30Licensed Practical NurseConfirmed improper heel offloading.
Employee E31Rehab DirectorConfirmed lack of intervention for head/neck positioning.
Employee E32Licensed Practical NurseNoted discrepancy in lorazepam liquid medication count.
Employee E33Infection Control NurseConfirmed lack of antibiotic usage review.
Employee E5Licensed DieticianConfirmed meal tray did not reflect resident's food preference.
Employee E9Nursing AidConfirmed missing food items on meal trays.
Employee E21Unit ManagerConfirmed no straws allowed and instructed hand hygiene.
Employee E22NurseObserved not sanitizing hands between medication administration.
Employee E25NurseObserved not sanitizing hands between medication administration.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 10, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to maintain appropriate supervision for residents with suicidal ideations, specifically Residents R1 and R6.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that Resident R1 was left unattended in the hospital triage area despite orders for 1:1 supervision, and Resident R6 was observed alone without required 1:1 supervision. The facility failed to ensure proper handoff and supervision as required.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain 1:1 supervision for two residents with suicidal ideations as ordered, resulting in Resident R1 being left unattended in a hospital triage area and Resident R6 being observed alone without supervision in her room.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to maintain appropriate supervision for residents with suicidal ideations, including leaving Resident R1 unattended in hospital triage and Resident R6 alone without 1:1 supervision.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 1 BIMS score: 12 BIMS score: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E3Nurse PractitionerAssessed Resident R1 and documented suicidal ideation
Employee E4Psych Nurse PractitionerEvaluated Resident R1 and determined need for 1:1 supervision
Employee E5Van DriverTransported Resident R1 to hospital and left resident unattended in triage area
Employee E6Licensed NurseInterviewed and observed Resident R6 without required 1:1 supervision

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jan 5, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding allegations of verbal, physical, and psychological abuse of a resident (Resident R1) by nursing staff at Meadowview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation substantiated that nurse aide Employee E4 verbally abused Resident R1 using profane language, roughly handled and pushed the resident, and physically struck Resident R1 in the chest causing injuries. The incident was witnessed by other staff and documented via video footage and statements. Immediate Jeopardy was identified on January 4, 2024, and lifted on January 5, 2024, after corrective actions were implemented.
Findings
The facility failed to protect Resident R1 from abuse by a nurse aide who verbally abused, roughly handled, and physically struck the resident, causing injuries and signs of fear. The abuse was documented through video footage, staff interviews, and clinical records. Immediate Jeopardy was identified and later lifted after corrective actions were implemented.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to protect Resident R1 from verbal, physical, and psychological abuse by nursing staff, resulting in immediate jeopardy.
Failure of Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing to effectively manage the facility to ensure resident protection from abuse.
Report Facts
BIMS score: 2 Date of incident: Dec 21, 2023 Date survey completed: Jan 5, 2024 Number of residents affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E4Nurse AidePerpetrator of verbal and physical abuse against Resident R1; terminated following the incident.
Employee E5Nurse AideWitnessed the abuse incident, reported it to the Director of Nursing, and provided a detailed statement.
Employee E2Director of NursingReceived abuse report, involved in investigation and corrective action implementation.
Employee E1Nursing Home AdministratorConfirmed abuse incident and termination of Employee E4; failed to effectively manage facility contributing to Immediate Jeopardy.
Employee E3Assistant Director of NursingConfirmed abuse incident and handling of Resident R1 by Employee E4.
Employee E7Nursing SupervisorWas on break during incident, later informed and involved in follow-up.
Employee E8Licensed NurseWitnessed parts of the incident and provided statements.
Employee E23Nurse AideWitnessed Employee E5's reaction to the abuse and assisted in reporting.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Sep 11, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with care and service requirements, including follow-up on medical appointments and the safety and cleanliness of the facility environment.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that a resident (Resident R3) received needed follow-up medical appointments due to transportation issues, causing delays in recommended surgical clearance. Additionally, the facility failed to maintain a clean, safe, and functional environment in four of five central bathing rooms and the boiler room, with issues such as rust, corrosion, water leaks, and clutter.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to provide appropriate treatment and care related to follow-up medical appointments for surgery clearance for Resident R3.
Failure to maintain a clean, safe, and functional environment in four of five central bathing rooms and the boiler room.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 4

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E1Director of NursingConfirmed missed nephrology appointment due to transportation issues
Employee E10Maintenance DirectorConfirmed findings related to boiler room conditions
Employee E12Infection PreventionistConfirmed findings related to central bathing rooms

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 8 Date: Aug 31, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication administration, dietary services, medical record maintenance, and facility safety.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to develop and implement comprehensive person-centered care plans for residents with PTSD and communication needs, improper oxygen therapy administration, failure to implement psychiatry recommendations, inadequate medication storage and disposal, failure to provide special eating utensils, unsafe food preparation and sanitation practices, incomplete medical record documentation, and ineffective pest control.

Deficiencies (8)
Failed to develop and implement comprehensive person-centered care plans related to PTSD and communication for residents.
Failed to ensure oxygen therapy was administered per physician's orders for one resident.
Failed to implement psychiatry recommendations for one resident.
Failed to ensure all drugs and biologicals were properly stored and disposed of in locked medication rooms on two nursing units.
Failed to provide special eating equipment and utensils for one resident.
Failed to provide palatable, attractive, and safely prepared food at appropriate temperatures; failed to ensure dishes were cleaned under sanitary conditions.
Failed to maintain complete and accurate documentation related to resident refusals and weights for two residents.
Failed to maintain an effective pest control program on three nursing units.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed: 38 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 3 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 2 Parts per million: 0 Parts per million: 500

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Employee E30Licensed NurseNamed in communication deficiency related to Resident R189
Employee E31Nurse AideNamed in communication deficiency related to Resident R189
Employee E32Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding communication and oxygen therapy deficiencies
Employee E33Social Services DirectorInterviewed regarding communication and care planning deficiencies
Employee E20Licensed NurseInterviewed regarding medication room security deficiencies
Employee E21Licensed NurseInterviewed regarding medication storage and disposal deficiencies
Employee E22Licensed NurseWitnessed destruction of expired medication blister card
Employee E34Food Service ManagerInterviewed regarding food safety and sanitation deficiencies
Employee E35SupervisorInterviewed regarding food safety deficiencies
Employee E36CookInterviewed regarding food safety deficiencies
Employee E17Registered DieticianInterviewed regarding special eating equipment deficiency
Employee E13Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding documentation deficiencies for resident refusals and weights
Employee E18Director of HousekeepingInterviewed regarding pest control deficiencies

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