Inspection Reports for
Munster Med-Inn

7935 CALUMET AVE, MUNSTER, IN, 46321

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Deficiencies (last 5 years)

Deficiencies (over 5 years) 27.8 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

562% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 4.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

80 60 40 20 0
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 100% occupied

Based on a February 2025 inspection.

Occupancy rate over time

40% 60% 80% 100% 120% Aug 2022 Sep 2023 Feb 2024 Jul 2024 Dec 2024 Jan 2025 Feb 2025

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 5 Date: Jan 28, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints and allegations of resident-to-resident abuse, failure to report abuse, and concerns about care and medication management.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. The facility failed to prevent and report resident-to-resident abuse, resulting in physical injury. The immediate jeopardy was identified and removed prior to the survey. Additional findings included failures in skin care, medication administration, and pain management.
Findings
The facility failed to prevent and report resident-to-resident verbal and physical abuse resulting in injury, failed to properly assess and treat skin tears and pressure ulcers, and failed to administer medications as ordered including pain management and medications with holding parameters.

Deficiencies (5)
F 0600: The facility failed to protect residents from verbal and physical abuse by a cognitively impaired resident, resulting in injury and facial fractures. Immediate jeopardy was identified and removed after corrective actions were implemented.
F 0609: The facility failed to timely report suspected abuse and neglect, resulting in lack of interventions to prevent further harm after verbal abuse escalated to physical altercation.
F 0684: The facility failed to provide appropriate treatment and care for skin tears, hypoglycemia, and medication administration, including holding medications without physician orders.
F 0686: The facility failed to ensure pressure ulcer care and prevention interventions were in place and treatments were correctly applied for residents with pressure ulcers.
F 0697: The facility failed to ensure scheduled pain medication (fentanyl patch) was available and administered as ordered for a resident with pressure ulcers.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 2 Depressed fracture size: 6 Medication doses missed: 6 Skin tear treatment dates missed: 2 Blood sugar reading: 47 Blood pressure reading: 58

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Oct 28, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with professional standards of quality, treatment and care according to physician orders, pressure ulcer care, infection prevention and control practices, and medication administration in the nursing facility.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure CNAs and QMAs followed proper wound care protocols, including unauthorized removal of dressings and performing treatments. Blood pressure medications were administered despite parameters to hold them. Pressure ulcer treatments were not consistently completed as ordered. Infection control practices were deficient, including failure to perform hand hygiene before and after glove removal and improper use of personal protective equipment during wound care.

Deficiencies (4)
F 0658: The facility failed to ensure CNAs did not remove dressings and QMAs did not perform pressure ulcer treatments as they were not authorized to do so.
F 0684: The facility failed to hold blood pressure medications when pulse was below parameters and failed to complete treatments for skin conditions as ordered for residents.
F 0686: The facility failed to ensure pressure ulcer treatments were completed as ordered for all residents reviewed, including proper dressing changes and wound care.
F 0880: The facility failed to implement infection control guidelines, including hand hygiene before and after glove removal and wearing gowns during wound care for residents requiring enhanced barrier precautions.
Report Facts
Treatment dates missed: 3 Medication administration errors: 7 Pressure ulcer stages: 3

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 147 Capacity: 147 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 24, 2025

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00452734.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00452734 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies related to the allegations.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations in Complaint IN00452734 were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable regulations.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type: 147 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 18 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 106 Census Payor Type - Other: 23

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Re-Inspection
Census: 144 Capacity: 144 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 14, 2025

Visit Reason
This visit was a Post Survey Revisit (PSR) to the PSR completed on 12/5/24 related to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey completed on 10/22/24, including investigations of multiple complaints.

Complaint Details
This visit included investigations of Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, IN00445179, IN00448523, and IN00448529. All complaints were corrected.
Findings
Munster Med Inn was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 in regard to the PSR to the PSR to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey and the PSR to the PSR to the Investigation of Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179. All complaints investigated during this visit were corrected.

Report Facts
Census SNF/NF: 144 Medicare census: 16 Medicaid census: 107 Total licensed capacity: 144

Inspection Report

Re-Inspection
Census: 144 Capacity: 144 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 14, 2025

Visit Reason
This visit was a Post Survey Revisit (PSR) to the Investigation of Complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529 completed on 12/5/24, conducted in conjunction with a PSR to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey and Investigation of Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179 completed on 10/22/24.

Complaint Details
Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, IN00445179, IN00448523, and IN00448529 were investigated and found to be corrected.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the PSR to the Investigations of Complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529. All complaints investigated during this and prior visits were corrected.

Report Facts
Census SNF/NF: 144 Total Capacity: 144 Medicare Census: 16 Medicaid Census: 107 Other Payor Census: 21

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 142 Capacity: 142 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 6, 2025

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of complaints IN00449679, IN00450282, and IN00450421.

Complaint Details
Investigation of complaints IN00449679, IN00450282, and IN00450421 found no deficiencies related to the allegations.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations in complaints IN00449679, IN00450282, and IN00450421 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 SNF/NF: 142 Total Capacity: 142 Census Medicare: 12 Census Medicaid: 111 Census Other: 19

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Re-Inspection
Census: 137 Capacity: 225 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 30, 2024

Visit Reason
A Post Survey Revisit (PSR) to the Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey that exited on 11/07/24 was conducted by the Indiana Department of Health.

Findings
At this PSR survey, Munster Med-Inn 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, Chapter 19, Existing Health Care Occupancies and 410 IAC 16.2.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 225 Census: 137

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Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 5, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529 regarding a resident fall incident and related care concerns.

Complaint Details
This citation relates to Complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529. The resident fell while being repositioned with only one staff member present, resulting in a fracture and hospitalization. The investigation included interviews with staff and review of medical and care records.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate supervision and assistance to a dependent resident requiring total staff assistance for bed mobility, resulting in a fall and a left femur fracture. Interviews and record reviews confirmed the resident slid out of bed when left with only one staff member, leading to injury and hospitalization.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0689: The facility failed to ensure adequate supervision and assistance were provided to a dependent resident requiring total assistance for bed mobility, resulting in a fall and a left femur fracture.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for accidents: 3 Residents affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Named in the fall incident and interview regarding resident care
QMA 1Named in the fall incident and interview regarding resident care
Director of NursingDirector of NursingProvided interview about the incident and staff actions
Second Floor Unit ManagerProvided interview about the incident and staff assignments

Inspection Report

Re-Inspection
Census: 152 Capacity: 152 Deficiencies: 4 Date: Dec 5, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was a Post Survey Revisit (PSR) to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey and the Investigation of Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179 completed on 10/22/24, as well as complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529.

Complaint Details
Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179 were not corrected. Complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529 had federal/state deficiencies cited at F689 related to the allegations.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to provide adequate supervision resulting in a resident fall and fracture, improper preparation of pureed diets, and poor kitchen sanitation and cleanliness. Systemic plans of correction were not fully implemented to prevent recurrence of these deficiencies.

Deficiencies (4)
Failed to ensure adequate supervision and assistance for a dependent resident requiring total assistance for bed mobility, resulting in a fall and left femur fracture.
Failed to correctly prepare a pureed diet as per recipe, potentially affecting 10 residents.
Failed to keep the kitchen clean and in good repair, including dirty convection ovens, dirty reach-in cooler vent, and improper stacking of wet plates and dome lids.
Failed to keep the kitchen clean related to food splattered on walls, dirty floors, and dirty drains under the dish machine.
Report Facts
Census: 152 Total Capacity: 152 Residents on Medicare: 11 Residents on Medicaid: 113 Residents on Other Payor: 28 Deficiency Completion Date: Dec 13, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
shanika WillhiteAdministratorSigned the report
CNA 1Named in fall incident involving Resident B
QMA 1Named in fall incident involving Resident B
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Provided interview regarding fall incident and staff actions
Assistant Food Service ManagerInterviewed regarding pureed diet preparation and kitchen sanitation
Dietary Aide 1Interviewed regarding kitchen sanitation practices

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 152 Capacity: 152 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 4, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was for the investigation of complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529, in conjunction with a Post Survey Revisit to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey and the Investigation of Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179 completed on 10/22/24.

Complaint Details
Complaints IN00448523 and IN00448529 were substantiated with federal/state deficiencies cited at F689. Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179 were not corrected as of this survey.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure adequate supervision and assistance were provided to a dependent resident requiring total assistance for bed mobility, resulting in a fall and a left femur fracture. The resident was left with only one staff member during repositioning, which led to the fall and injury. The facility initiated corrective actions including staff education and audits to prevent recurrence.

Deficiencies (1)
Failed to ensure adequate supervision and assistance for a dependent resident requiring total assistance for bed mobility, resulting in a fall and left femur fracture.
Report Facts
Census: 152 Total Capacity: 152 Medicare Residents: 11 Medicaid Residents: 113 Other Residents: 28

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding the fall incident and staff actions
Second Floor Unit ManagerInterviewed about awareness of resident fall and staff assignments
CNA 1Staff involved in resident care during fall incident
QMA 1Staff involved in resident care during fall incident

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Census: 155 Capacity: 225 Deficiencies: 4 Date: Nov 7, 2024

Visit Reason
The survey was conducted as a Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with 42 CFR 483.90(a) and NFPA 101 standards.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with several Life Safety Code requirements including staff training on UL 300 hood fire suppression system use, lack of approved method for returning cooking appliances to their designed location, failure to maintain wet sprinkler system antifreeze solution at required temperature, and failure to maintain proper latching on corridor doors on two floors.

Deficiencies (4)
Failed to ensure staff were instructed in the use of the UL 300 hood fire suppression system in the kitchen.
Failed to provide an approved method for returning cooking appliances to their designed location under the kitchen hood extinguishing system.
Failed to maintain wet sprinkler system antifreeze solution at the required -10 degrees Fahrenheit, measured at -5 degrees.
Failed to maintain protection of corridor doors on 2 floors; doors failed to close and latch properly.
Report Facts
Certified beds: 225 Census: 155 Deficiency completion date: 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shanika WillhiteLaboratory Director or Provider/Supplier RepresentativeSigned the report
Cook #1Interviewed regarding use of kitchen fire suppression system
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed and involved in corrective actions for fire suppression system and sprinkler system
AdministratorInterviewed and involved in corrective actions and staff education
Food Service ManagerInstructed kitchen staff on fire suppression system use and appliance placement
Vice President of OperationEducated Maintenance on inspection reports and sprinkler system requirements

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaints regarding resident safety during mechanical lift transfers and unsafe hot water temperatures, as well as concerns about cleanliness and maintenance in the facility.

Complaint Details
This citation relates to Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure mechanical lift sling straps were safe, resulting in a resident fall and fracture. Hot water temperatures exceeded safe limits on multiple floors. The environment was found to be unclean and in disrepair across multiple floors and the kitchen.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0689: The facility failed to ensure mechanical lift sling straps were safe prior to use, resulting in a resident fall and left femur fracture. Hot water temperatures were above 120 degrees Fahrenheit on the 2nd and 5th floors.
F 0921: The facility failed to maintain a clean and safe environment, with dirty floors, toilets, walls, tube feeding poles, ceiling vents, overflowing garbage cans, and kitchen areas on 4 floors and the main kitchen.
Report Facts
Hot water temperature: 137 Mechanical lift sling inspections: 0 Ceiling light covers: 9 Residents affected: 1

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 155 Capacity: 155 Deficiencies: 15 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey including the Investigation of Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179.

Complaint Details
This inspection included investigation of Complaints IN00444806, IN00444914, and IN00445179 with federal/state deficiencies cited related to the allegations.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident dignity and privacy, notification of responsible parties for hospital transfers, comprehensive care planning, ADL care, skin condition monitoring, pressure ulcer prevention, mechanical lift safety, water temperature control, tube feeding management, oxygen therapy, food preparation, kitchen sanitation, clinical record accuracy, and environmental cleanliness.

Deficiencies (15)
Failed to ensure resident dignity and privacy related to exposure and wearing hospital gowns during the day for 3 of 6 residents.
Failed to notify resident's responsible party in writing related to hospital transfers for 2 of 3 residents.
Failed to ensure a comprehensive care plan was developed and in place for anti-anxiety medications for 1 of 33 residents.
Failed to invite and hold care planning conferences for residents and/or their family members and update care plans related to preferences for wearing hospital gowns for 6 of 33 residents.
Failed to ensure dependent residents received ADL care related to long and dirty fingernails and facial hair for 4 of 11 residents.
Failed to ensure areas of bruising and scabbing were assessed and monitored, and treatments were in place for non-pressure skin injuries for 3 of 3 residents.
Failed to ensure preventative measures were in place to prevent pressure ulcers related to new pressure area behind a resident's ear for 1 of 2 residents.
Failed to ensure mechanical lift straps were safe for use prior to transfer of a dependent resident, resulting in strap breaking and resident fall with fracture.
Failed to ensure hot water temperatures were below 120 degrees Fahrenheit on 2 of 4 floors throughout the facility.
Failed to ensure enteral tube feedings were infusing at the correct time through a peg tube for 1 resident.
Failed to ensure oxygen was at the correct flow rate for 1 resident.
Failed to correctly prepare pureed diet according to recipe for 10 residents receiving pureed diets.
Failed to keep the kitchen clean and in good repair related to dirty convection ovens, transportation carts, food preparation tables, steam table, reach in coolers, and improper glove usage.
Failed to ensure clinical records were complete and accurately documented related to medication orders for 1 resident and tube feeding orders for another resident.
Failed to keep residents' environment clean and in good repair related to dirty floors, toilets, walls, tube feeding poles, ceiling vents, overflowing garbage cans, debris in light fixtures, and kitchen cleanliness for multiple floors and rooms.
Report Facts
Census: 155 Total Capacity: 155 Medicare Census: 18 Medicaid Census: 114 Other Payor Census: 23 Inspection Dates: 8 Deficiency Count: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shanika WillhiteAdministratorSigned the Statement of Deficiencies report
Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding resident dignity and oxygen flow rate
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding care plans, notification of responsible parties, tube feeding, and oxygen therapy
Social Service DirectorInterviewed regarding care planning conferences and care plan updates
Second Floor Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding care planning conferences and resident care
CNA 1Interviewed regarding resident care and oxygen therapy
CNA 2Interviewed regarding resident care and fingernail trimming
Dietary Cook 1Observed and interviewed regarding pureed food preparation and glove use
Food Service ManagerObserved kitchen sanitation and food preparation
Laundry SupervisorInterviewed regarding mechanical lift sling inspections
Maintenance SupervisorInterviewed regarding water temperature and maintenance issues
Wound NurseInterviewed regarding skin assessments and wound care
Housekeeper 1Interviewed regarding cleaning and sanitation

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 13 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
Routine inspection survey conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, safety, and facility conditions.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident dignity and care planning, activities of daily living assistance, skin and wound care, mechanical lift safety, water temperature control, respiratory care, feeding tube management, dietary preparation, kitchen sanitation, and environmental cleanliness.

Deficiencies (13)
F 0550: The facility failed to maintain resident dignity related to exposure and inappropriate clothing for 3 of 6 residents reviewed.
F 0656: The facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for anti-anxiety medication use for 1 of 33 residents reviewed.
F 0657: The facility failed to hold care planning conferences and update care plans regarding hospital gown preferences for 6 of 33 residents reviewed.
F 0677: The facility failed to provide adequate ADL care related to long and dirty fingernails and facial hair for 4 of 11 residents reviewed.
F 0684: The facility failed to assess and monitor areas of bruising and scabbing and provide appropriate treatments for 3 of 3 residents reviewed for non-pressure skin injuries.
F 0686: The facility failed to prevent new pressure ulcers by not providing protective padding for oxygen tubing and not monitoring skin breakdown for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers.
F 0689: The facility failed to ensure mechanical lift straps were safe prior to use, resulting in a resident fall and left femur fracture; also failed to maintain safe hot water temperatures on 2 of 4 floors.
F 0693: The facility failed to ensure enteral tube feedings were infused at the correct time through a PEG tube for 1 resident reviewed.
F 0695: The facility failed to ensure oxygen was administered at the correct flow rate for 1 resident reviewed.
F 0805: The facility failed to correctly prepare pureed diets according to recipes for 10 residents receiving pureed diets.
F 0812: The facility failed to keep the kitchen clean and in good repair including dirty ovens, carts, tables, steam table, coolers, stacking wet plates, and improper glove use.
F 0842: The facility failed to ensure clinical records were complete and accurately documented related to medication orders for 1 resident and tube feeding for another resident.
F 0921: The facility failed to keep residents' environment clean and in good repair related to dirty floors, toilets, walls, tube feeding poles, ceiling vents, garbage cans, and debris on multiple floors and kitchen.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for dignity: 6 Residents reviewed for care plans: 33 Residents reviewed for ADL: 11 Residents reviewed for skin conditions: 3 Residents reviewed for pressure ulcers: 2 Residents reviewed for oxygen therapy: 1 Residents reviewed for tube feeding: 1 Residents reviewed for mechanical lift safety: 1 Residents receiving pureed diet: 10 Residents affected by environmental cleanliness: 154 Residents affected by environment cleanliness: 155

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding anti-anxiety medication care plan and tube feeding order documentation
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding resident dignity and oxygen therapy
Food Service ManagerFood Service ManagerObserved during pureed food preparation and kitchen sanitation tour
Laundry SupervisorLaundry SupervisorInterviewed regarding mechanical lift sling inspections
Maintenance SupervisorMaintenance SupervisorInterviewed regarding water temperature and environmental conditions
Wound NurseWound NurseInterviewed regarding wound care and pressure ulcers

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 146 Capacity: 146 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 27, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of complaints IN00440143 and IN00441084.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00440143 and IN00441084 were investigated with no deficiencies cited related to the allegations.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations in complaints IN00440143 and IN00441084 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: 146 Medicare Census: 11 Medicaid Census: 115 Other Payor Census: 20

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Life Safety
Census: 155 Capacity: 225 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 25, 2024

Visit Reason
A Life Safety Code Preoccupancy Survey was conducted by the Indiana Department of Health to assess compliance with fire safety and life safety code requirements following removal of basement employee break room and storage room to create a dialysis unit.

Findings
The facility was found in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements, the 2012 edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code, and state regulations. The building is fully sprinklered, has a fire alarm system with smoke detection, and is protected by a diesel-powered generator.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 225 Census: 155 Generator power: 200

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 18, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a paper compliance review related to the investigation of complaints IN00436912 and IN00437044 completed on July 3, 2024.

Complaint Details
The visit was related to complaint investigations IN00436912 and IN00437044. The facility was found to be in compliance based on the paper review.
Findings
Munster Med-Inn was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the paper compliance review of the complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jul 3, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaints IN00436912 and IN00437044 regarding pressure ulcer care and gastrostomy tube dietary recommendations.

Complaint Details
This inspection relates to Complaint IN00436912 regarding pressure ulcer care and Complaint IN00437044 regarding gastrostomy tube dietary recommendations.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure appropriate treatment and services for pressure ulcers for one resident and did not follow dietary recommendations for gastrostomy tube feeding for another resident. Both deficiencies were found to have minimal harm and affected few residents.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0686: The facility failed to ensure updated wound care orders for pressure ulcers were implemented for one resident, resulting in inadequate pressure ulcer care.
F 0693: The facility failed to follow gastrostomy tube dietary recommendations for one resident, including not implementing a registered dietician's feeding rate increase recommendation.
Report Facts
Weight loss percentage: 8.2 Feeding rate ml/hr: 55 Feeding rate ml/hr: 65 Pressure ulcer measurements: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding lack of documentation for updated treatment orders and implementation of dietician recommendations.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 159 Capacity: 159 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jul 2, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of four complaints (IN00436138, IN00436912, IN00437044, and IN00437634) regarding care and treatment at Munster Med-Inn.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00436138 and IN00437634 had no deficiencies related to the allegations. Complaint IN00436912 and IN00437044 had federal/state deficiencies cited related to pressure ulcer treatment and tube feeding management respectively.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in two complaints related to pressure ulcer treatment and tube feeding management, with failures to update and implement wound care orders and dietary recommendations for residents. Two complaints had no deficiencies cited.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to ensure each resident received necessary treatment and services to promote healing for pressure ulcers, related to ensuring wound care orders were updated and implemented for 1 of 3 residents reviewed (Resident D).
Failed to ensure gastrostomy tube dietary recommendations were followed for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for peg tubes (Resident H).
Report Facts
Census: 159 Total Capacity: 159 Medicare Census: 15 Medicaid Census: 121 Other Payor Census: 12 Weight Loss Percentage: 8.2 Tube Feeding Rate: 55 Tube Feeding Rate: 65

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shanika WillhiteLaboratory Director's or Provider/Supplier RepresentativeSigned the report
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding lack of documentation for updated treatment orders and implementation of dietary recommendations

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 153 Capacity: 153 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 23, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of complaints IN00431631 and IN00433446.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00431631 and Complaint IN00433446 were investigated and found to have no deficiencies related to the allegations.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations in complaints IN00431631 and IN00433446 were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable regulations.

Report Facts
Census SNF/NF beds: 153 Census Medicare residents: 16 Census Medicaid residents: 117 Census Other residents: 20

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Feb 29, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to Complaint IN00428477 regarding infection prevention and control related to COVID-19 monitoring and assessment.

Complaint Details
This citation relates to Complaint IN00428477.
Findings
The facility failed to properly prevent and contain COVID-19 by not adequately assessing and monitoring COVID-19 positive residents. Documentation of vital signs and nursing assessments was incomplete or missing for multiple residents during their isolation periods.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0880: The facility failed to provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Specifically, COVID-19 positive residents were not properly assessed or monitored, with missing vital signs and nursing assessments during isolation.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for infection control: 3 Isolation duration: 10

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 149 Capacity: 149 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Feb 29, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaints IN00428029 and IN00428477 and included a COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00428029 - No deficiencies related to the allegations are cited. Complaint IN00428477 - Federal/State deficiencies related to the allegations are cited at F880.
Findings
The facility failed to properly prevent and/or contain COVID-19 due to lack of assessment and monitoring of COVID-19 positive residents for 3 residents reviewed. Deficiencies related to Complaint IN00428477 were cited, while no deficiencies were found related to Complaint IN00428029.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to properly prevent and/or contain COVID-19 related to lack of assessment and monitoring of COVID-19 positive residents (Residents B, D, and E).
Report Facts
Census: 149 Total Capacity: 149 Medicare Census: 11 Medicaid Census: 119 Other Payor Census: 19 Isolation Duration: 10 Audit Frequency: 2 Audit Duration: 4

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shanika WillhiteAdministratorSigned the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 29, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a paper compliance review related to the Investigation of Complaint IN00428477 and a COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey.

Complaint Details
Investigation of Complaint IN00428477 was reviewed and found to be in compliance.
Findings
Munster Med-Inn was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the complaint investigation and COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Feb 29, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (IN00428477) regarding the facility's infection prevention and control practices related to COVID-19.

Complaint Details
This citation relates to Complaint IN00428477.
Findings
The facility failed to properly prevent and contain COVID-19 by not adequately assessing and monitoring COVID-19 positive residents. Documentation of vital signs and nursing assessments was incomplete or missing for multiple residents during their isolation periods.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0880: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The facility failed to properly prevent and contain COVID-19 related to lack of assessment and monitoring of COVID-19 positive residents, with incomplete vital signs documentation and nursing assessments.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for infection control: 3 Isolation duration: 10

Inspection Report

Follow-Up
Census: 149 Capacity: 225 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 2, 2024

Visit Reason
A Post Survey Revisit (PSR) to the Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey conducted on 12/07/23 and 12/08/23 by the Indiana Department of Health.

Findings
At this Life Safety Code PSR, Munster Med-Inn 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.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 225 Census: 149

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 156 Capacity: 156 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 11, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was for the Investigation of Complaint IN00422879.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00422879 - No deficiencies related to the allegations are cited.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations are cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 in regard to the complaint.

Report Facts
Census SNF/NF: 156 Total Capacity: 156 Census Payor Type Medicare: 17 Census Payor Type Medicaid: 124 Census Payor Type Other: 15

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Census: 155 Capacity: 225 Deficiencies: 6 Date: Dec 8, 2023

Visit Reason
The survey was conducted as a Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with 42 CFR 483.90(a).

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with Life Safety Code requirements, with deficiencies noted in battery-operated smoke alarms, hazardous area door latching, fire pump maintenance, electrical panel security, emergency generator annunciator visibility, and emergency generator maintenance.

Deficiencies (6)
Failed to ensure 1 of over 60 battery operated smoke alarms in resident sleeping rooms were not over ten years old as required by NFPA 72.
Failed to ensure 1 of 1 100-hall soiled utility rooms had a self-closing door that would automatically latch into the frame.
Failed to maintain 1 of 1 fire pump system in accordance with NFPA 25; issues with breaker and required churn test.
Failed to ensure 1 of 1 electrical panel in the 300 hall was secured from non-authorized personnel.
Failed to ensure 1 of 1 emergency generator annunciator panel was readily observed by operating personnel.
Failed to ensure continuing reliability and integrity of 1 of 1 emergency generators; fuel system additives for cold weather protection were recommended but not completed.
Report Facts
Certified beds: 225 Census: 155 Battery operated smoke alarms: 60 Residents potentially affected: 20 Fire pump recommendation date: Nov 17, 2020 Audit duration: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rosa McGowenVP of OperationsSigned report as provider/supplier representative
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed and involved in observations and corrective actions for multiple deficiencies
Maintenance Technician #1Observed during survey and involved in smoke alarm replacement and door testing
AdministratorParticipated in exit conferences and interviews regarding deficiencies
Maintenance Assistant #1Participated in generator annunciator panel observation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 14 Date: Nov 20, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted based on complaints alleging deficiencies in medication management, care planning, assistance with activities of daily living, skin care, vision and hearing services, pressure ulcer care, foot care, catheter care, respiratory care, dialysis care, medication management, food safety, and environmental cleanliness.

Complaint Details
The citations relate to multiple complaints including IN00419836, IN00418486, IN00420643, and IN00418486.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to ensure proper medication orders and assessments, incomplete care plans, inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, insufficient skin and pressure ulcer care, improper catheter care, incorrect oxygen flow rates, failure to provide correct dialysis nutritional supplements, inappropriate medication management, unsanitary food handling and preparation, and poor environmental cleanliness and maintenance.

Deficiencies (14)
F 0554: The facility failed to ensure residents had Physician's Orders and assessments for self-administration of medications for 1 of 1 resident reviewed.
F 0656: The facility failed to initiate care plans related to pressure ulcers and medication use for 2 of 33 residents reviewed.
F 0677: The facility failed to ensure dependent residents received assistance with activities of daily living related to nail care and shaving for 4 of 13 residents reviewed.
F 0684: The facility failed to ensure areas of bruising and scabbing were assessed and monitored and lotion was applied to dry scaly feet for 8 of 9 residents reviewed for skin conditions non-pressure related and failed to monitor for constipation for 1 resident.
F 0685: The facility failed to ensure an Optometrist's recommendation for eye drops was completed in a timely manner for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for communication and sensory.
F 0686: The facility failed to ensure pressure ulcers were covered securely with a bandage as ordered and treatment orders were obtained timely for new pressure sores for 2 of 4 residents reviewed.
F 0687: The facility failed to ensure dependent residents received foot care and had routine podiatrist visits related to long and thick toenails for 1 of 11 residents reviewed.
F 0690: The facility failed to ensure a suprapubic foley catheter bag was not on the floor and catheter care was completed as ordered for 1 of 1 resident reviewed.
F 0695: The facility failed to ensure oxygen was at the correct flow rate for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for oxygen.
F 0698: The facility failed to ensure a dialysis resident received the correct nutritional supplement for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for dialysis.
F 0757: The facility failed to manage medications appropriately related to holding blood pressure medications on dialysis days and checking blood pressure and pulse prior to administration for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
F 0758: The facility failed to ensure there was an indication for the use of a psychotropic medication for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
F 0812: The facility failed to serve food under sanitary conditions related to uncovered beverages during transport and failed to store and prepare food under sanitary conditions related to dried spillage and grease buildup in the kitchen.
F 0921: The facility failed to ensure the residents' environment was clean and in good repair related to dirty floors, marred walls, loose baseboards, lime build up, missing tiles, and personal care items not contained on multiple floors.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for care plans: 33 Residents reviewed for ADL assistance: 13 Residents reviewed for skin conditions: 9 Residents reviewed for foot care: 11 Residents reviewed for oxygen: 2 Residents reviewed for dialysis: 1 Residents reviewed for unnecessary medications: 5 Residents reviewed for psychotropic medication: 5

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 5 Date: Nov 20, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaints regarding resident care deficiencies, skin condition monitoring, pressure ulcer care, foot care, and environmental cleanliness and maintenance.

Complaint Details
This inspection relates to Complaints IN00419836, IN00418486, and IN00420643 as referenced in the findings.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate assistance with activities of daily living including nail care and shaving for some residents, did not properly assess and monitor bruising and skin conditions for several residents, failed to ensure pressure ulcers were properly treated and covered, did not provide routine foot care and podiatry visits for a resident, and the environment was found to be dirty and in need of repair on multiple floors.

Deficiencies (5)
F 0677: The facility failed to ensure dependent residents received assistance with activities of daily living related to nail care and shaving for 4 of 13 residents reviewed.
F 0684: The facility failed to assess and monitor bruising and scabbing and apply lotion to dry scaly feet for 8 of 9 residents reviewed for skin conditions non-pressure related and failed to monitor constipation for 1 resident.
F 0686: The facility failed to ensure pressure ulcers were covered securely with a bandage as ordered and treatment orders were obtained timely for new pressure sores for 2 of 4 residents reviewed.
F 0687: The facility failed to ensure dependent residents received foot care and routine podiatry visits related to long and thick toenails for 1 of 11 residents reviewed.
F 0921: The facility failed to ensure the residents' environment was clean and in good repair related to dirty floors, marred walls, loose baseboards, lime build up, missing tiles, and personal care items not contained for 4 of 5 floors throughout the facility.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for ADLs: 13 Residents reviewed for skin conditions: 9 Residents reviewed for pressure ulcers: 4 Residents reviewed for foot care: 11 Wound size: 5 Wound size: 2.5

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 157 Capacity: 157 Deficiencies: 14 Date: Nov 20, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey including the Investigation of Complaints IN00418486, IN00419836, IN00420482, and IN00420643.

Complaint Details
Complaints IN00418486, IN00419836, IN00420482, and IN00420643 were investigated. Deficiencies were cited related to complaints IN00418486, IN00419836, and IN00420643. Complaint IN00420482 had no deficiencies cited.
Findings
The facility was cited for multiple deficiencies including failure to ensure proper medication self-administration orders, incomplete care plans, inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, insufficient skin and pressure ulcer care, improper foot care, failure to follow medication administration parameters, unsanitary food handling and storage, and environmental maintenance issues.

Deficiencies (14)
Resident self-administration of medications lacked physician orders and assessments.
Failure to develop and implement comprehensive care plans related to pressure ulcers and medication use.
Dependent residents did not consistently receive assistance with nail care and shaving.
Failure to assess and monitor bruising, dry skin, scabbed areas, and constipation in residents.
Failure to ensure timely completion of optometrist recommendations for eye drops.
Pressure ulcers were not covered securely and treatment orders were not obtained timely for new pressure sores.
Dependent residents did not receive proper foot care and routine podiatry visits were not ensured.
Suprapubic catheter bag was resting on the floor and catheter care was not consistently provided as ordered.
Oxygen was not administered at the correct flow rate as ordered.
Dialysis resident received incorrect nutritional supplement not ordered by physician.
Blood pressure medications were administered on dialysis days contrary to physician orders and without checking vital signs as ordered.
Psychotropic medication was administered without documented indication or behavioral service evaluation.
Food and beverages were transported uncovered and kitchen sanitation was inadequate with grease buildup, spills, and undated food.
Resident environment was unclean and in disrepair with dirty floors, marred walls, loose baseboards, missing tiles, and improperly stored personal items.
Report Facts
Census: 157 Total Capacity: 157 Deficiencies cited: 14 Survey dates: 2023-11-14 to 2023-11-20

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
shanika willhiteAdministratorSigned the inspection report

Inspection Report

Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 20, 2023

Visit Reason
Paper compliance review to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey and the investigation of Complaints IN00418486, IN00419836, and IN00420643.

Findings
Munster Med-Inn was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the paper compliance review to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey and complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 163 Capacity: 163 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 6, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of complaints IN00413434 and IN00416475.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00413434 and Complaint IN00416475 were investigated with no deficiencies cited related to the allegations.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations in complaints IN00413434 and IN00416475 were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with relevant regulations.

Report Facts
Census SNF/NF beds: 163 Total Census: 163 Medicare Census: 11 Medicaid Census: 126 Other Payor Census: 26

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 27, 2023

Visit Reason
Paper compliance review to the Investigation of Complaints IN00404797 and IN00407209 completed on June 28, 2023.

Complaint Details
The visit was related to complaint investigations IN00404797 and IN00407209, with compliance found upon paper review.
Findings
Munster Med-Inn was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the paper compliance review of the complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jun 28, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to concerns about pressure ulcer care, catheter care, and respiratory care at Munster Med-Inn.

Complaint Details
This Federal tag relates to Complaint IN00404797 for pressure ulcer care, Complaint IN00407209 for catheter care, and Complaint IN00407209 for respiratory care.
Findings
The facility failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care, catheter care, and respiratory care as ordered for several residents. Treatment orders were not updated or completed, catheter care was inconsistently performed and documented, and oxygen orders were delayed.

Deficiencies (3)
F 0686: The facility failed to ensure residents with pressure ulcers received necessary treatment and services to promote healing, with treatments not updated or completed as ordered for 1 of 3 residents reviewed.
F 0690: The facility failed to ensure nursing staff provided foley catheter care every shift for 4 of 4 residents reviewed for catheters, with multiple missed or unsigned catheter care treatments.
F 0695: The facility failed to ensure orders were obtained for oxygen use and that oxygen was infused at the correct flow rate for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for oxygen.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 3 Dates of missed catheter care: 18 Oxygen flow rates observed: 3

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 161 Capacity: 161 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jun 28, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was for the investigation of multiple complaints (IN00399417, IN00399633, IN00404797, IN00407209, and IN00410183) at Munster Med-Inn.

Complaint Details
The investigation was triggered by complaints IN00399417, IN00399633, IN00404797, IN00407209, and IN00410183. Deficiencies related to complaints IN00404797 and IN00407209 were substantiated with federal/state deficiencies cited. Complaints IN00399417, IN00399633, and IN00410183 had no deficiencies related to the allegations.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in several areas related to pressure ulcer treatment, catheter care, and respiratory care. Specific deficiencies included failure to update and complete treatments for pressure ulcers, inadequate catheter care documentation and provision, and lack of physician orders and proper oxygen flow rate for oxygen therapy.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to ensure residents with pressure ulcers received necessary treatment and services to promote healing, related to treatments not updated and completed as ordered for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers (Resident C).
Failed to ensure nursing staff provided foley catheter care every shift for 4 of 4 residents reviewed for catheters (Residents F, J, K, and D).
Failed to ensure orders were obtained for oxygen use and the oxygen was infusing at the correct flow rate for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for oxygen (Resident F).
Report Facts
Census: 161 Total Capacity: 161 Oxygen flow rates observed: 1 Oxygen flow rates observed: 1.5 Oxygen flow rates observed: 3 Foley catheter size: 16 Foley catheter size: 22 Deficiency completion date: 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rosa McGowenVPOSigned the inspection report

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Census: 177 Capacity: 225 Deficiencies: 7 Date: Dec 6, 2022

Visit Reason
A Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey was conducted by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with 42 CFR 483.90(a) and NFPA 101 standards.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with Life Safety Code requirements, including failure to replace outdated battery-operated smoke alarms, maintain accurate fire alarm system time and date, inspect portable fire extinguishers monthly, ensure corridor doors latch properly, maintain smoke barrier doors, enforce smoking regulations, and improper use of extension cords and power strips.

Deficiencies (7)
Failed to replace 2 battery operated smoke alarms in resident rooms 108 and 216 that were over 10 years old.
Failed to maintain fire alarm system with accurate time and date information.
Failed to inspect 1 portable fire extinguisher in the generator room monthly; missing documented inspections for October and November 2022.
Failed to ensure corridor door to resident room 210 latched properly.
Failed to ensure smoke barrier doors near Administration Office fully closed due to malfunctioning coordinator.
Failed to enforce smoking policy; employee observed smoking outside near 200 kW generator with improper disposal of cigarette butts.
Failed to ensure extension cords and power strips were not used as substitutes for fixed wiring in laundry room and Business Office.
Report Facts
Certified beds: 225 Census: 177 Battery operated smoke alarms: 2 Fire extinguishers: 1 Missing inspection months: 2 Smoke barrier doors: 1 Resident rooms affected: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Robert PettyAdministratorSigned report
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed and involved in observations and corrective actions
Corporate Facilities EngineerInterviewed and involved in observations and corrective actions
Unnamed female facility employeeObserved smoking outside near generator

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 6, 2022

Visit Reason
Paper compliance to the Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey conducted on 12/6/22.

Findings
Munster Med-Inn was found in compliance with Requirements for Participation in Medicare/Medicaid, 42 CFR Subpart 483.90(a), 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.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 174 Deficiencies: 15 Date: Nov 9, 2022

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey including the Investigation of Complaints IN00392363 and IN00393937.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00392363 - Substantiated. No deficiencies related to the allegations are cited. Complaint IN00393937 - Substantiated. No deficiencies related to the allegations are cited.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including medication self-administration orders, call light accessibility, personal privacy, comprehensive care plans, ADL assistance, activity programming, quality of care including skin and mobility management, nutrition and hydration documentation, infection control, and psychotropic medication use. Several residents were affected by these deficiencies.

Deficiencies (15)
Failed to ensure residents had Physician's Orders and assessments for self-administration of medications for 2 residents.
Failed to accommodate the needs of a dependent resident related to call light being out of reach.
Failed to ensure residents had their personal privacy respected related to posting of medical and personal information for 2 residents.
Failed to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for a diuretic medication for 1 resident.
Failed to ensure residents were involved in care planning decisions related to new medications and treatments for 1 resident.
Failed to provide assistance with activities of daily living related to nail care for 2 residents.
Failed to ensure ongoing activity program for cognitively impaired and dependent residents for 2 residents.
Failed to ensure geri sleeves were applied as ordered and bruises assessed and monitored for 2 residents.
Failed to ensure splints were applied as ordered for 2 residents with limited range of motion.
Failed to document meal consumption and ensure supplements were monitored for 3 residents with weight loss or nutritional risk.
Failed to ensure peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) dressings were completed as ordered for 1 resident.
Failed to ensure fluid restriction was monitored for 1 resident on dialysis.
Failed to ensure a resident with dementia received appropriate individualized interventions for behaviors and activities.
Failed to ensure a resident was free from unnecessary psychotropic medications related to adequate indications for use.
Failed to ensure infection control guidelines were implemented related to COVID-19 monitoring and testing for 2 residents.
Report Facts
Survey dates: 2022-10-31 to 2022-11-09 Census SNF: 14 Census SNF/NF: 160 Total Census: 174 Medicare Census: 40 Medicaid Census: 111 Other Census: 23 Deficiencies cited: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Robert A PettyAdministratorNamed in report signature

Inspection Report

Renewal
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 9, 2022

Visit Reason
Paper compliance review to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey completed on November 9, 2022.

Findings
Munster Med-Inn was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the paper compliance review to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 15 Date: Nov 9, 2022

Visit Reason
Routine inspection of Munster Med-Inn nursing home to assess compliance with healthcare regulations, including medication administration, resident care, infection control, and other regulatory requirements.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including medication self-administration assessments, call light accessibility, privacy of resident information, care planning, assistance with activities of daily living, activity programming, skin care, range of motion device application, nutritional monitoring, PICC line dressing changes, dialysis fluid restriction monitoring, dementia care, psychotropic medication use, and infection control related to COVID-19 monitoring and testing.

Deficiencies (15)
F 0554: Facility failed to ensure residents had Physician's Orders and assessments for self-administration of medications for 2 residents.
F 0558: Facility failed to accommodate the needs of a dependent resident related to the call light being out of reach.
F 0583: Facility failed to keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential for 2 residents due to posting of personal information.
F 0656: Facility failed to develop and implement a Care Plan for a diuretic medication for 1 resident.
F 0657: Facility failed to ensure residents were involved in care planning decisions related to new medications and treatments for 1 resident.
F 0677: Facility failed to provide assistance with activities of daily living related to nail care for 2 residents.
F 0679: Facility failed to ensure an ongoing activity program was implemented for cognitively impaired and dependent residents for 2 residents.
F 0684: Facility failed to ensure geri sleeves were applied as ordered and bruising was assessed and monitored for 2 residents.
F 0688: Facility failed to ensure splints were applied as ordered for 2 residents with limited range of motion.
F 0692: Facility failed to document meal consumption and monitor supplements for 3 residents with weight loss or nutritional risk.
F 0694: Facility failed to ensure peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) dressings were changed weekly as ordered for 1 resident.
F 0698: Facility failed to ensure fluid restriction was monitored and documented for 1 resident on dialysis.
F 0744: Facility failed to provide individualized interventions for behaviors and activities for 1 resident with dementia.
F 0758: Facility failed to ensure a resident was free from unnecessary antipsychotic medication without adequate indication.
F 0880: Facility failed to ensure infection control guidelines were implemented including COVID-19 monitoring and testing for 2 residents.
Report Facts
Resident weight: 187 Resident weight: 111 Resident weight: 126 Medication doses: 6 Medication doses: 6 PICC dressing date: Oct 19, 2022 Fluid restriction: 1500

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Observed applying hand splint and attempting nail care for Resident 73
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed multiple times regarding deficiencies and care plans
Second Floor Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding skin assessment and COVID-19 testing
First Floor Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding meal intake documentation and fluid restriction
Nurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerProvided psychiatric consultation and progress notes for Resident 116
Speech TherapistSpeech TherapistObserved feeding Resident 116 and recommended hospital transfer for Resident 150
Infection PreventionistInfection PreventionistInterviewed regarding COVID-19 monitoring protocols

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 13, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a paper compliance review related to the investigation of complaints IN00383028 completed on August 24, 2022.

Complaint Details
Complaint investigation IN00383028 was reviewed and found to be in compliance.
Findings
Munster Med-Inn was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the paper compliance review of the complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 164 Capacity: 164 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 24, 2022

Visit Reason
This visit was for the investigation of multiple complaints (IN00379357, IN00382050, IN00383028, IN00383595, IN00386583, and IN00387312) at Munster Med-Inn.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00379357 was unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence. Complaints IN00382050, IN00383595, IN00386583, and IN00387312 were substantiated but no deficiencies related to the allegations were cited. Complaint IN00383028 was substantiated with federal/state deficiencies cited at F684.
Findings
The facility was found to have failed to ensure follow-up documentation and assessment after a resident had a significant change in condition related to increased and excessive secretions. Several complaints were substantiated, with federal/state deficiencies cited related to Complaint IN00383028 at tag F684.

Deficiencies (1)
Failed to ensure follow-up documentation and assessment after a resident had a significant change in condition related to increased and excessive secretions.
Report Facts
Census Bed Type - SNF/NF: 149 Census Bed Type - SNF: 15 Total Census: 164 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 34 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 105

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding expectations for nursing staff documentation and follow-up after increased secretions

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