Inspection Reports for Morning Breeze Retirement Community & Healthcare Center

950 N Lakeview Dr, Greensburg, IN 47240, United States, IN, 47240

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspection on November 22, 2024, found the facility in compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of some deficiencies related mainly to medication administration documentation and emergency preparedness, including generator testing and medication storage issues. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for one in October 2024 where a deficiency was cited for inaccurate narcotic medication records, which the facility addressed with corrective actions. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The overall trend suggests some improvement in compliance, particularly in emergency preparedness and medication management, though isolated issues have recurred.

Deficiencies (last 3 years)

Deficiencies (over 3 years) 14.3 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

240% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 4.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

8 6 4 2 0
2022
2023
2024

Census

Latest occupancy rate 61 residents

Based on a October 2024 inspection.

Census over time

0 20 40 60 80 Aug 2022 Nov 2022 Jul 2023 Aug 2023 May 2024 Sep 2024 Oct 2024

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 22, 2024

Visit Reason
Investigation of Complaint IN00444788 was conducted to review compliance related to the complaint.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00444788 was investigated and corrected as of October 18, 2024.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 based on the paper review of the complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 61 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 18, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaints IN00444788 and IN00444256. Complaint IN00444788 resulted in a Federal/State deficiency citation, while Complaint IN00444256 had no deficiencies related to the allegations.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00444788 was substantiated with a Federal/State deficiency cited at F842. Complaint IN00444256 was not substantiated with any deficiencies.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure accurate documentation of narcotic pain medication administration for one of three residents reviewed (Resident C). Specifically, the medication administration record lacked documentation for certain doses of Morphine Sulfate. The facility provided a plan of correction including staff education and implementation of a performance improvement tool to monitor compliance.

Deficiencies (1)
Failed to ensure a resident's medication administration record accurately reflected the administration of narcotic pain medication for 1 of 3 residents reviewed (Resident C).
Report Facts
Census: 61 SNF beds: 1 SNF/NF beds: 47 Residential beds: 13 Medicare residents: 5 Medicaid residents: 35 Private residents: 8 Other residents: 13

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
April D HughesRNSigned the report as Laboratory Director or Provider/Supplier Representative
RN 2Interviewed regarding medication administration and documentation practices

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 18, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to Complaint IN00444788 concerning the accuracy of medication administration records for narcotic pain medication at the facility.

Complaint Details
This citation relates to Complaint IN00444788.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that the medication administration record accurately reflected the administration of morphine sulfate for one resident. Specifically, documentation was missing in the electronic medication administration record for two instances where the medication was signed out as given.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure a resident's medication administration record accurately reflected the administration of narcotic pain medication for 1 of 3 residents reviewed.
Report Facts
Medication administration times missing documentation: 2 Residents reviewed for medication administration: 3 Medication dosage: 15

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN 2Registered NurseInterviewed regarding medication administration documentation procedures.
Director of NursingDirector of NursingProvided current facility policy on Documentation of Medication Administration.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 30, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was a paper compliance review for the Annual Recertification and State Licensure survey conducted on August 19, 2024.

Findings
Morning Breeze Retirement Community was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 based on the paper review for the Recertification and State Licensure survey.

Inspection Report

Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 24, 2024

Visit Reason
The document is a Plan of Correction related to paper compliance for the Emergency Preparedness Survey and the Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey conducted on 09/12/2024 and completed on 09/24/2024.

Findings
Morning Breeze Retirement Community and Healthcare was found in compliance with the Emergency Preparedness Requirements and Life Safety Code requirements for Medicare and Medicaid participating providers and suppliers.

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Census: 50 Capacity: 64 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Sep 12, 2024

Visit Reason
An Emergency Preparedness Survey and a Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey were conducted by the Indiana Department of Health on 09/12/2024 to assess compliance with emergency preparedness and life safety requirements.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with Emergency Preparedness Requirements and Life Safety Code requirements, specifically failing to implement emergency power system inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements, including failure to document the load percentage during monthly generator load tests as required by NFPA 110 and NFPA 99.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to implement emergency power system inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements per NFPA 110 and Life Safety Code.
Failed to exercise the generator for 12 of 12 months and failed to document the load percentage during monthly load tests as required by NFPA 110 and NFPA 99.
Report Facts
Certified beds: 64 Census: 50 Deficiencies cited: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Holly WitkemperHFALaboratory Director's or Provider/Supplier Representative's signature on report
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed regarding emergency power system deficiencies and acknowledged findings
Executive DirectorPresent at exit conference acknowledging findings

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 13 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Aug 19, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey, including a State Residential Licensure Survey conducted on August 13, 14, 15, 16, and 19, 2024.

Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to improper storage of medications, specifically an expired TB serum vial in the medication room, and unsafe hot water temperatures in 5 of 9 resident rooms. Corrective actions were implemented including medication audits, education on medication disposal, water heater maintenance, and monitoring of water temperatures.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to appropriately store medications related to an expired medication vial in the Long Hall medication room refrigerator.
Failed to provide safe water temperatures for 5 of 9 resident rooms observed, with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Report Facts
Survey dates: 5 Census total: 13 Total licensed capacity: 61 Expired medication open date: Jun 3, 2024 Water temperatures measured: 121.5 Completion date for corrective actions: Sep 5, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Holly WitkemperHFALaboratory Director's or Provider/Supplier Representative's signature on report
Director of NursingDONInterviewed regarding expired TB serum storage and medication audit
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed and involved in water temperature testing and corrective actions
AdministratorInterviewed regarding water temperature policy and corrective actions
Dietary ManagerProvided calibrated thermometer and interviewed about water temperature measurements

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Aug 19, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with medication storage and water temperature safety standards in the facility.

Findings
The facility failed to appropriately store medications, specifically an expired TB serum vial found in the Long Hall medication room refrigerator. Additionally, the facility failed to maintain safe water temperatures in 5 of 9 resident rooms, with temperatures exceeding the facility policy maximum of 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to appropriately store medications related to an expired medication vial in the Long Hall medication room refrigerator.
Failed to provide safe water temperatures for 5 of 9 resident rooms observed, with water temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Report Facts
Water temperature: 124.1 Water temperature: 121.5 Water temperature: 120 Residents affected: 5 Resident rooms observed for water temperature: 9

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
DON (Director of Nursing)Interviewed regarding expired TB serum medication storage
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed and observed regarding water temperature measurements and adjustments
AdministratorInterviewed regarding water temperature policy and corrective actions
Dietary ManagerProvided probe thermometer used for water temperature measurements

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 58 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 14, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted to investigate Complaints IN00433563 and IN00434397 at Morning Breeze Retirement Community and Healthcare.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00433563 and Complaint IN00434397 were investigated; no deficiencies related to the allegations were cited for either complaint.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations in either complaint were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the complaints.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type Total: 58 Census Payor Type Total: 47 SNF Beds: 4 SNF/NF Beds: 43 Residential Beds: 11 Medicare Residents: 8 Medicaid Residents: 31 Other Residents: 8

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 63 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 1, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of complaints IN00419805, IN00419858, and IN00420398 at Morning Breeze Retirement Community and Healthcare.

Complaint Details
Investigation of Complaints IN00419805, IN00419858, and IN00420398 found no deficiencies related to the allegations.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations in complaints IN00419805, IN00419858, and IN00420398 were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type: 63 Census Payor Type: 51 SNF/NF beds: 46 SNF beds: 5 Residential beds: 12 Medicare residents: 8 Medicaid residents: 35 Other payor residents: 8

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Census: 55 Capacity: 64 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 30, 2023

Visit Reason
A Post Survey Revisit (PSR) to the Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey conducted on 07/17/23 was performed by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with 42 CFR 483.90(a).

Findings
At this PSR Life Safety Code survey, Morning Breeze Retirement Community and Healthcare was found in compliance with Requirements for Participation in Medicare/Medicaid, Life Safety from Fire, and the 2012 Edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101, Life Safety Code (LSC), Chapter 19, Existing Health Care Occupancies and 410 IAC 16.2. The facility was fully sprinklered with a fire alarm system and smoke detection in required areas.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 64 Census: 55

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 48 Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 16, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00412653.

Complaint Details
Investigation of Complaint IN00412653; no deficiencies related to the allegations were cited.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the complaint allegations were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable regulations.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type - SNF/NF: 41 Census Bed Type - SNF: 7 Census Bed Type - Residential: 14 Total Capacity: 62 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 6 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 38 Census Payor Type - Other: 4 Current Census: 48

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 15, 2023

Visit Reason
Paper compliance review to the Annual Recertification and State Licensure survey was completed.

Findings
Morning Breeze Retirement Community was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 based on the paper review for the Recertification and State Licensure survey.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 52 Capacity: 64 Deficiencies: 7 Date: Jul 17, 2023

Visit Reason
An annual Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey was conducted by the Indiana Department of Health to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements and state regulations.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with several Life Safety Code requirements including means of egress obstructions, uneven exit discharge surfaces, improper installation of alcohol-based hand rub dispensers, unsecured fire alarm control panel, inadequate sprinkler system maintenance, incomplete fire drill scheduling, and improper use of power strips and extension cords.

Deficiencies (7)
Corridor means of egress were obstructed by Personal Protective Equipment carts without wheels, reducing clear corridor width.
One exit discharge had an uneven walking surface with a 2 to 3 inch grade difference between sidewalk and blacktop.
An alcohol-based hand sanitizer dispenser was installed above an electrical outlet within 1 inch, violating installation requirements.
Fire alarm control panel door was not locked and lacked a lock tumbler, risking unauthorized use.
Sprinkler system spare sprinklers were not properly stored; six sprinklers were loose and not in protected slots.
Fire drills were not conducted at unexpected times and days; 8 of 12 drills occurred near month-end, limiting unpredictability.
Power strips were used improperly to power high current equipment such as dorm style refrigerators, and extension cords were used as substitutes for fixed wiring.
Report Facts
Certified beds: 64 Census: 52 Residents potentially affected: 25 Quarterly fire drills reviewed: 12 Fire drills conducted near month-end: 8 Power strips observed: 2 Extension cords observed: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Holly WitkemperMaintenance DirectorAcknowledged all findings and corrective actions during observations and exit conference

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 55 Capacity: 68 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jul 3, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey, including a State Residential Licensure Survey conducted from June 26 to July 3, 2023.

Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies related to failure to notify physicians of medication changes for 2 residents, inadequate wound treatment and documentation for 1 resident, and failure to follow fluid restriction orders for 1 resident. Corrective actions and education plans were implemented for these issues.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to notify residents' physician for medications not administered for 2 of 15 residents reviewed for notification of change.
Failed to ensure wound treatments were administered appropriately and accurately assessed for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers.
Failed to follow a physician's order related to fluid restriction for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for dialysis.
Report Facts
Census Bed Type Total: 68 Census Payor Type Total: 55 Medication not administered dates for Resident 23: 18 Medication not administered dates for Resident 32: 16 Wound measurements: 4 Wound measurements: 4.3 Wound measurements: 4.8 Wound measurements: 0.4 Fluid restriction: 1200 Fluid restriction per meal: 240 Fluid restriction per medication pass: 160

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Holly WitkemperHFAFacility representative who signed the plan of correction
LPN 3Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding medication hold and notification procedures
LPN 4Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding fluid restriction monitoring
FWNFacility Wound NurseInterviewed regarding wound care and documentation
DONDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding medication notification and wound care policies
Nurse PractitionerInterviewed regarding insulin medication administration
CNA 5Certified Nurse AideInterviewed regarding fluid restriction awareness and enforcement

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jul 3, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding failure to notify physicians about medications not administered, improper wound care and assessment, and failure to follow physician's orders related to fluid restrictions for residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility failed to notify physicians when medications were held without proper documentation, failed to properly document and assess wounds including undated dressings, and failed to document fluid intake according to fluid restriction orders for a resident on dialysis.
Findings
The facility failed to notify physicians when medications were not administered for two residents, failed to properly assess and document wound care for one resident, and failed to follow fluid restriction orders for a resident on dialysis. Documentation and communication deficiencies were noted, including undated wound dressings and incomplete fluid intake records.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to notify residents' physicians for medications not administered for 2 of 15 residents reviewed (Residents 23 and 32).
Failure to ensure appropriate pressure ulcer care and accurate wound assessment for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers (Resident 6).
Failure to follow physician's order related to fluid restriction for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for dialysis (Resident 43).
Report Facts
Medication non-administration dates: 25 Wound measurements: 4 Fluid restriction: 1200 Fluid restriction per meal: 240 Fluid restriction per medication pass shift: 160 Missed fluid intake documentation dates: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN 3Interviewed regarding medication hold parameters and notification requirements.
Facility Nurse PractitionerInterviewed regarding Lantus insulin administration and notification requirements.
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding medication hold policies and wound care policies.
Facility Wound Nurse (FWN)Interviewed and observed wound care and documentation for Resident 6.
LPN 4Interviewed regarding fluid restriction monitoring and documentation.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) 5Interviewed regarding fluid restriction awareness and enforcement.

Inspection Report

Follow-Up
Census: 59 Capacity: 64 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 21, 2022

Visit Reason
A Post Survey Revisit (PSR) was conducted to the Emergency Preparedness Survey and the Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey originally conducted on 09/26/22.

Findings
At this PSR survey, Morning Breeze Retirement Community and Healthcare was found in compliance with Emergency Preparedness Requirements and Life Safety Code requirements. The facility was fully sprinklered in resident areas and had a fire alarm system with smoke detection in corridors and resident rooms.

Report Facts
Certified beds: 64 Census: 59

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Life Safety
Census: 60 Capacity: 64 Deficiencies: 6 Date: Sep 26, 2022

Visit Reason
The survey was conducted as an Emergency Preparedness Survey and a Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with applicable federal regulations.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with Emergency Preparedness Requirements and Life Safety Code requirements including failure to maintain an updated emergency preparedness plan addressing emerging infectious diseases, improper locking mechanisms on egress doors, incomplete fire alarm system out-of-service policy, lack of current inspection certificates for water heaters, and unsecured gas cylinders in storage areas.

Deficiencies (6)
Failed to maintain an emergency preparedness plan based on a documented, facility-based and community-based risk assessment including emerging infectious diseases.
Failed to ensure means of egress doors were readily accessible without requiring a tool or key from the egress side for residents without clinical security needs.
Failed to provide a complete written policy for fire alarm system out-of-service procedures including notification and fire watch requirements.
Failed to ensure 2 fuel fired water heaters had current inspection certificates to ensure safe operation.
Failed to ensure 3 of 4 oxygen cylinders were properly secured from falling in the oxygen storage area.
Failed to ensure 1 carbon dioxide cylinder was properly secured from falling in the kitchen.
Report Facts
Certified beds: 64 Census: 60 Deficiencies cited: 6

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 20, 2022

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a paper compliance review for the Annual Recertification and State Licensure survey.

Findings
Morning Breeze Retirement Center was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 based on the paper review for the Recertification and State Licensure survey.

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 12 Capacity: 63 Deficiencies: 8 Date: Aug 12, 2022

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey, including a State Residential Licensure survey conducted August 8-12, 2022.

Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to follow insulin pen usage guidelines, failure to notify physicians of resident refusals for treatment, unsafe medication storage, failure to monitor medication parameters, lack of dementia care plans, improper catheter care, and incomplete resident discharge documentation.

Deficiencies (8)
Failed to follow manufacturer's guidelines related to insulin pen usage for 1 of 6 residents observed for medication administration.
Failed to follow physician's orders related to interventions for a resident with congestive heart failure for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for edema.
Failed to ensure residents' safety related to unauthorized medications at bedside for 2 of 24 residents observed and failed to implement appropriate interventions for a resident with altered mental status prior to a fall.
Failed to follow appropriate infection control guidelines to prevent UTIs for residents with indwelling urinary catheters for 1 of 1 resident reviewed.
Failed to develop a resident-centered care plan related to dementia for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for dementia care.
Failed to monitor residents' blood pressure and heart rate before administering medications for 2 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
Failed to store medication appropriately related to unlabeled insulin pens for 1 of 3 medication carts observed.
Failed to document resident information related to discharge for 1 of 15 residents reviewed for identifiable information.
Report Facts
Survey dates: 5 Census: 12 Total licensed capacity: 63 Medication doses administered outside parameters: 22 Medication doses administered without BP check: 18

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Holly WitkemperProvider contact for plan of correction and audit tools
LPN 2Licensed Practical NurseObserved medication administration and insulin pen usage deficiencies
DONDirector of NursingProvided policies, medication records, and interviews related to deficiencies
LPN 8Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding medication administration and resident care
QMA 5Qualified Medication AideInterviewed regarding medication cart and insulin pen labeling
ADONAssistant Director of NursingProvided policies and interviews related to care plans and medication administration

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 8 Date: Aug 12, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to medication administration, resident care, safety, infection control, dementia care, medication management, and documentation in a nursing home setting.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to follow physician orders for compression stocking use, improper insulin pen usage, unsafe medication storage, inadequate supervision related to medication self-administration, failure to implement fall prevention interventions, improper catheter care leading to UTI risk, lack of dementia care plan, failure to hold medications per parameters, and incomplete documentation of resident hospital discharge.

Deficiencies (8)
Failure to follow physician's orders related to interventions for a resident with congestive heart failure and failure to notify physician of resident's refusals to wear compression stockings.
Failure to follow manufacturer's guidelines related to insulin pen usage for medication administration.
Failure to ensure residents' safety related to unauthorized medications at bedside and failure to implement appropriate interventions for a resident with altered mental status prior to a fall.
Failure to follow appropriate infection control guidelines to prevent UTIs for residents with indwelling urinary catheters.
Failure to develop a resident-centered care plan related to dementia for a resident with dementia.
Failure to monitor residents' blood pressure and heart rate before administering medications with hold parameters.
Failure to store medication appropriately related to unlabeled insulin pens on medication carts.
Failure to document resident information related to discharge to hospital in a timely manner.
Report Facts
Medication doses administered outside hold parameters: 22 Medication doses administered outside hold parameters: 15 Medication count: 13 Medication count: 1 Insulin pen units remaining: 200 Insulin pen units remaining: 195 Insulin pen units remaining: 100

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN 2Licensed Practical NurseNamed in findings related to improper insulin pen usage and failure to notify physician of resident refusals to wear compression stockings.
LPN 8Licensed Practical NurseNamed in findings related to medication administration and resident falls.
DONDirector of NursingNamed in multiple interviews regarding policies, medication administration, and documentation deficiencies.
ADONAssistant Director of NursingNamed in providing policies and interviews regarding care plans and medication administration.
QMA 5Qualified Medication AideNamed in observation and interview regarding medication cart storage and insulin pen labeling.
AdministratorNamed in interviews regarding medication self-administration policies and facility policies.

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