Inspection Reports for Mountain View Senior Living
132 Nature Park Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601, United States, PA, 15601
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Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 54
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 2
Jun 4, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following allegations made by a resident regarding staff conduct and medication administration issues.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to report a resident incident to the Department within 24 hours and did not administer prescribed medications on several occasions due to pharmacy transition issues. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was accepted and implemented.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved a resident alleging staff hit them on the bedrail during changing and took their dinner when they fell asleep. The home was aware of the complaints but did not report the incident to the Department as required.
Deficiencies (2)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to report an incident involving alleged staff abuse and meal removal to the Department within 24 hours. |
| Failure to follow prescriber's orders by not administering prescribed medications on multiple dates due to medication unavailability. |
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 54
Current Residents in Hospice: 5
Residents with Mobility Need: 16
Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 5
Residents Age 60 or Older: 54
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 54
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 0
May 28, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Mountain View Senior Living on 05/28/2025.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, but no deficiencies or citations were found, indicating no substantiated issues.
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 54
Total Daily Staff: 70
Waking Staff: 53
Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 5
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1
Residents with Mobility Need: 16
Residents Age 60 or Older: 54
Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 0
Residents with Physical Disability: 0
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 59
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 9
Mar 25, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a full, unannounced visit for renewal, complaint, and incident reasons.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were identified including sanitary conditions, lack of operable bedside lamps, improper soap dispenser labeling, food storage issues, fire drill record discrepancies, medication storage and labeling problems, medication administration errors, and failure to follow prescriber's orders. All deficiencies had plans of correction accepted and were implemented by June 16, 2025.
Deficiencies (9)
| Description |
|---|
| Sanitary conditions not maintained in resident #1's bathroom with feces and insects present. |
| Resident #2 did not have access to an operable lamp at bedside. |
| Unlabeled used bar of soap found in shared bathroom of bedroom #227. |
| Opened and unsealed frozen food items found in walk-in freezer. |
| Fire drill records had discrepancies in times, staff participation, and missing AM/PM notation. |
| Resident #1's medications (Novolog Flexpen and Lantus Solostar) were not dated when opened. |
| 23 tablets of Oxycodone HCL 5mg unaccounted for; resident #4's glucometer not set to current date/time. |
| Resident #5 refused medication multiple times but provider was not notified. |
| Resident #1 received incorrect insulin dose per sliding scale; resident #6 did not receive prescribed Fentanyl patch due to unavailability. |
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 59
Current Hospice Residents: 3
Residents with Mobility Need: 17
Fire Drill Staff Participants: 15
Fire Drill Residents Evacuated: 60
Fire Drill Evacuation Time (minutes): 6.62
Unaccounted Oxycodone Tablets: 23
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 62
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 1
Nov 20, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation to review compliance with regulatory requirements at Mountain View Senior Living.
Findings
The facility was found to have a deficiency related to the resident support plan not including required wound care instructions for a resident's right foot, despite physician orders. The submitted plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related as stated under Inspection Information with Reason: Complaint. The plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented by 01/17/2025.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Resident's support plan did not include physician-ordered wound care for right foot, including washing, application of Santyl and Calcium Alginate, and secure wrapping with fresh gauze. |
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 62
Current Hospice Residents: 8
Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 40
Residents Age 60 or Older: 62
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2
Residents with Mobility Need: 18
Total Daily Staff: 80
Waking Staff: 60
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 69
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 6
Nov 14, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a partial, unannounced visit due to complaint, incident, and monitoring reasons.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including inadequate staffing for emergency evacuation, unlocked poisonous materials and medications accessible to residents unable to safely self-administer, improper storage of discontinued medications, failure to record medication administration times and vital signs, and failure to follow prescriber's orders regarding medication administration and monitoring.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, triggered by complaints and incidents, with monitoring included. Specific substantiation status is not stated.
Deficiencies (6)
| Description |
|---|
| Inadequate direct care staffing during night shift to assist residents with mobility needs in emergency evacuation. |
| Poisonous materials were unlocked and accessible to residents incapable of safely using or avoiding them. |
| Prescription medications and syringes were unlocked and accessible to residents unable to safely self-administer medications. |
| Discontinued medications were stored in the medication cart. |
| Medication administration records lacked documentation of vital signs as ordered. |
| Failure to follow prescriber's orders regarding medication administration, including withholding medication based on blood pressure readings and timely discontinuation of orders. |
Report Facts
Residents served: 69
License capacity: 130
Residents with mobility needs: 21
Residents requiring two-person assist: 7
Residents using Hoyer lift: 5
Residents using sit-to-stand device: 2
Current hospice residents: 8
Residents receiving Supplemental Security Income: 3
Residents diagnosed with mental illness: 2
Residents aged 60 or older: 69
Residents diagnosed with intellectual disability: 1
Residents with physical disability: 0
Total daily staff: 90
Waking staff: 68
Direct care staff during night shift: 4
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 69
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 3
Aug 23, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a partial, unannounced visit due to a complaint and incident involving resident abuse.
Findings
The inspection found that resident #1 physically abused resident #2, including hitting and pulling hair, and that the incident was not reported timely to the local Area Agency on Aging or to the residents' designated persons. The facility implemented corrective actions including staff education, abuse reporting checklists, increased monitoring, and ongoing compliance measures.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to an incident on 8/15/23 where resident #1 physically and verbally abused resident #2. The abuse was not reported timely to the local Area Agency on Aging or to the designated persons of the residents involved. The complaint was substantiated with detailed findings of abuse and inadequate reporting.
Deficiencies (3)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident to the local Area Agency on Aging. |
| Failure to immediately notify the resident and the resident’s designated person of a report of suspected abuse or neglect involving the resident. |
| Resident abuse including hitting, pulling hair and clothing, verbal threats, and physical injuries to resident #2. |
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 69
Current Residents in Hospice: 5
Residents Age 60 or Older: 68
Residents with Mobility Need: 13
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1
Residents Diagnosed with Physical Disability: 1
Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 2
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 67
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 3
Apr 25, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a follow-up to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction, as well as for renewal, complaint, and incident reasons.
Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the submitted plan of correction. Deficiencies related to outdated food storage, fire safety inspection timing, and incomplete resident support plans were identified and addressed with corrective actions.
Deficiencies (3)
| Description |
|---|
| Unsealed bag of peas found in commercial freezer, indicating outdated or improperly stored food. |
| Fire safety inspection and drill were not conducted annually as required; a gap occurred between 11/10/2021 and 2/7/2023. |
| Resident support plan did not address safety measures related to the use of bed rails for a resident. |
Report Facts
Resident census: 67
Total licensed capacity: 130
Staffing: 96
Staffing: 72
Residents diagnosed with mental illness: 17
Residents with mobility need: 29
Residents aged 60 or older: 63
Residents receiving Supplemental Security Income: 6
Residents with current hospice: 12
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Dining Services | Responsible for ensuring food is properly stored and labeled | |
| Administrator | Responsible for oversight of fire safety scheduling and random monthly checks of food storage | |
| Maintenance Director | Educated to alert Administrator about scheduling issues related to fire safety inspections |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 67
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 0
Nov 29, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Mountain View Senior Living.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified during this unannounced partial inspection.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven; however, no deficiencies or citations were found, indicating no substantiated issues.
Report Facts
Total Daily Staff: 102
Waking Staff: 77
Residents Served: 67
License Capacity: 130
Current Hospice Residents: 7
Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 7
Residents Age 60 or Older: 65
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 7
Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 0
Residents with Mobility Need: 35
Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 14, 2022
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to review the submitted plan of correction for the facility.
Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented, and continued compliance must be maintained.
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 67
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 6
Mar 30, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal licensing inspection of Mountain View Senior Living to assess compliance with Department statutes and regulations.
Findings
The inspection identified several deficiencies including unsecured resident records, damaged ceiling drywall, incomplete medical evaluations, improper labeling of medications, uncalibrated glucometers, and unsanitary conditions in the staff smoking area. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented with timelines for completion.
Deficiencies (6)
| Description |
|---|
| Resident records and medication lists were unlocked, unattended, and accessible in the nurses' station. |
| A section of ceiling drywall in the first floor visitor's bathroom was cracked and bubbled. |
| Resident #4's medical evaluation did not include medical diagnoses in the designated area. |
| Resident #5's injection insulin pen lacked a label indicating full dosage instructions. |
| Resident #6's glucometer was not calibrated to the current date and time; blood glucose readings were inconsistently documented. |
| Staff smoking area outside had approximately 18 cigarette butts, disposable gloves, masks, and other garbage in the grassy area. |
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 67
Current Hospice Residents: 6
Staffing Hours: 96
Waking Staff Hours: 72
Cigarette Butts Count: 18
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 73
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 5
Feb 24, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following a complaint received by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.
Findings
Multiple medication administration errors were identified, including missed doses, incorrect medication administration, and failure to report incidents timely. Additional deficiencies included unsecured medications, unlabeled and improperly set glucometers, and inaccurate documentation of medication administration times.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, triggered by a complaint. The report details multiple medication errors and failure to report incidents timely. Substantiation status is not explicitly stated.
Deficiencies (5)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to report medication errors to the Department within 24 hours. |
| Unsecured medications found in an unlocked and unattended storage closet accessible over a half-door. |
| Glucometers not set to current date/time and not labeled with resident's name; inaccurate blood glucose documentation. |
| Medication administration recorded by staff not working on those days; missed doses of prescribed Vancomycin. |
| Resident administered incorrect dose of Warfarin and other medication errors involving residents #2, #3, and #4. |
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 73
Current Hospice Residents: 8
Resident Support Staff Hours: 108
Waking Staff Hours: 81
Medication Administration Errors: 3
Inspection Report
Routine
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 4, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Service Licensing.
Findings
No regulatory citations were identified as a result of this inspection.
Notice
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 3, 2021
Visit Reason
The document serves to grant a waiver for the training requirements under 55 Pa.Code § 64(a)(1) for an individual employed as a personal care home administrator at Mountain View Senior Living.
Findings
The waiver is granted with conditions including completion of a 100-hour training course, passing a competency-based test, and attending an orientation program. The Department will review compliance with these conditions during the annual inspection.
Report Facts
Training course duration: 100
Training course dates: Scheduled from May 10, 2021 through June 11, 2021
Competency test date: Scheduled for June 14, 2021
Orientation program date: Scheduled for August 11, 2021
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 57
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 12
Mar 3, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a full, unannounced licensing inspection with reasons including renewal and complaint.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were found related to resident contracts, staff training, sanitary conditions, maintenance, and safety hazards. Plans of correction were accepted or directed to address issues such as incomplete fee schedules, inadequate CPR-trained staff coverage, lack of fire safety orientation, unsanitary conditions, missing grab bars, and ventilation problems.
Deficiencies (12)
| Description |
|---|
| Resident #1’s resident-home contract includes a fee schedule that does not specify the charge per month for room and meals. |
| Resident #2’s resident-home contract includes a fee schedule with an incorrect charge and resident was not notified of rent increase. |
| Resident #1 and #2’s contracts do not include charges for holding a bed during hospitalization or absence. |
| On 2/26/21, 2/27/21, and 3/2/21, only one staff person certified in First Aid/CPR was present for 57-59 residents during night shifts. |
| Several staff members did not receive orientation training in general fire safety and emergency preparedness prior to or during their first work day. |
| Cigarette butts were found improperly discarded near the East wing emergency exit. |
| Ceiling fan covers in shared bathrooms were covered with dust. |
| Bathroom in a resident bedroom does not have an operable ventilation fan and no window. |
| Active construction site on the 2nd floor was accessible to residents, creating a safety hazard. |
| Ventilation fan cover in a bathroom was not secured, leaving a 1-inch gap. |
| No grab bars, handrails, or assist bars were present for toilets in two resident rooms. |
| A green, unlabeled, used bar of soap was found on the counter next to the sink in a shared bathroom. |
Report Facts
Residents Served: 57
License Capacity: 130
Staff Certified in First Aid/CPR: 1
Staff Total Daily: 79
Waking Staff: 59
Resident #2 Incorrect Charge: 1620
Annual Rate Increase: 3
Cigarette Butts Found: 12
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 57
Capacity: 130
Deficiencies: 9
Mar 3, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal inspection combined with complaint and provisional reasons to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 for Personal Care Homes.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including incomplete fee schedules in resident contracts, inadequate First Aid/CPR trained staff during night shifts, incomplete fire safety orientation for new staff, sanitary issues such as cigarette butts and dust accumulation, ventilation problems in bathrooms, safety hazards due to accessible construction areas, missing grab bars in bathrooms, and improper soap dispenser usage. Plans of correction were directed or accepted with completion dates mostly in March and April 2021.
Deficiencies (9)
| Description |
|---|
| Resident-home contracts did not specify charges for room and meals or bed hold fees, and residents were not properly notified of rent increases. |
| Insufficient First Aid/CPR trained staff present during night shifts on multiple dates. |
| Direct care staff did not receive orientation training in general fire safety and emergency preparedness as required. |
| Cigarette butts found near emergency exit; dust on ceiling fan covers in shared bathrooms. |
| Bathroom in bedroom #307 lacked operable ventilation fan and window. |
| Active construction site on 2nd floor west wing accessible to residents, creating safety hazard. |
| Ventilation fan cover in bathroom for bedroom #325 was not secured, leaving a gap. |
| No grab bars, handrails, or assist bars for toilets in rooms 106 and 325. |
| Unlabeled, used bar of soap found on counter in shared bathroom of bedroom #325. |
Report Facts
License Capacity: 130
Residents Served: 57
Staffing: 79
Waking Staff: 59
Residents with Mobility Need: 22
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 6
Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1
Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 7
Residents Age 60 or Older: 56
Hospice Residents: 5
Cigarette Butts Found: 12
Inspection Dates: 2
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Laurie Garrigan | Lead Inspector | Lead inspector for the on-site inspection conducted on 03/03/2021 and 03/04/2021. |
| Jamie L. Buchenauer | Deputy Secretary | Signed licensing letter and certificate. |
| Kerri Klocek | Administrator | Facility administrator named in the report. |
| Michael Abittan | Authorized Representative | Authorized representative of Mountain View Senior Living LLC. |
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