Inspection Reports for River Towne Center – Genesis

5131 Warm Springs Rd, Columbus, GA 31909, United States, GA, 31909

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Deficiencies per Year

16 12 8 4 0
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
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2024
2025
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Census Over Time

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Census Capacity
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 Jun 9, 2025
Visit Reason
A Follow-Up Survey was conducted to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies at River Towne Center.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain the fire alarm system and smoke barrier doors. The fire alarm panel displayed a trouble alarm light due to a blown fuse that was not yet repaired. Smoke barrier doors near room 505 failed to close properly, affecting residents and staff.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1 D: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to maintain the fire alarm system, with a trouble alarm light displayed and unresolved blown fuse.F
Failure to maintain smoke barrier doors in the hall corridor near room 505, which failed to close properly.D
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff MConfirmed findings regarding fire alarm system trouble and smoke door deficiencies during the tour on 6/9/2025.
Inspection Report Routine Census: 139 Deficiencies: 11 Apr 24, 2025
Visit Reason
A standard survey was conducted at River Towne Center from April 22, 2025, through April 24, 2025, including investigation of multiple complaint intake numbers.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations, with deficiencies related to care planning, pain management, restorative services, communication services, medication storage, infection control, dental services, ADL support, and safety hazards.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00254631, GA00253726, GA00254195, GA00254660, GA00254541, and GA00254699 were investigated. GA00254699 and GA00254631 were unsubstantiated. GA00254195 and GA00254660 were substantiated without deficiency. GA00253726 and GA00254541 were substantiated with deficiency.
Severity Breakdown
SS= D: 10 SS= F: 1
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure comprehensive, person-centered care plans for multiple residents including pain management, restorative services, communication, dental, and respiratory needs.SS= D
Failure to provide scheduled showers and ADL care for dependent residents.SS= D
Failure to discard expired medications and food items in storage.SS= F
Failure to ensure safe handling, labeling, and storage of nebulizer equipment to prevent contamination.SS= D
Failure to provide pain management timely due to missing narcotic medication orders from hospital transfer.SS= D
Failure to ensure medications were discarded after expiration date in medication rooms.SS= D
Failure to provide sanitary storage for BPAP mask and tubing, risking respiratory infections.SS= D
Failure to provide dressing changes according to physician orders for gastrostomy site, risking infection.SS= D
Failure to maintain necessary vision equipment for resident, resulting in unmet vision needs.SS= D
Failure to ensure hazardous chemicals were not accessible to residents.SS= D
Failure to ensure safe disposal of syringes in sharps containers.SS= D
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 49 Residents with BPAP: 3 Medication carts: 7 Residents with oral diet: 110 Residents with GT: 23
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
DD LPNMDS CoordinatorNamed in care planning and pain management deficiencies.
DONDirector of NursingNamed in multiple interviews regarding care plan expectations and deficiencies.
RN CCUnit ManagerNamed in medication storage and safety interviews.
LPN LLLicensed Practical NurseNamed in nebulizer equipment handling deficiency.
RN MMRegistered NurseNamed in safe syringe disposal deficiency.
AA LPNLicensed Practical NurseNamed in pain medication process deficiency.
PP LPNLicensed Practical NurseNamed in pain medication process deficiency.
QQ RNRegistered NurseNamed in pain medication process deficiency.
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 140 Capacity: 210 Deficiencies: 9 Apr 23, 2025
Visit Reason
A Life Safety Code Survey was conducted to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements and the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 2012 edition.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with several life safety code requirements including enclosure of vertical openings, hazardous area protections, door closing devices, cooking facility separation, fire alarm system maintenance, sprinkler head clearance, smoke compartment doors, electrical panel clearance, fire drills, and smoking regulations.
Severity Breakdown
F: 4 E: 1 D: 4
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to maintain ceiling tiles that prevent the spread of smoke; several ceiling tiles were broken, damaged, or missing in kitchen and storage areas.F
Failed to maintain door closing devices on exit doors from the kitchen; one door closer dismantled and another propped open.E
Failed to maintain deep fryer separation; deep fryer was less than 18 inches from gas stove fire source.F
Failed to maintain fire alarm system; fire alarm control panel emitting audible trouble alarm.F
Failed to maintain sprinkler head clearance; boxes stored within 18 inches of sprinkler head in kitchen storage room.D
Failed to maintain smoke corridor doors near room 505; doors failed to close within 1/8 inch gap.D
Failed to maintain clear workspace in front of electrical panels; items blocking access to two electrical panels.F
Failed to conduct fire drills for each shift per quarter; no fire drills conducted during second shift in second quarter of 2024.D
Failed to provide documentation of the no-smoking policy covering rules and requirements.D
Report Facts
Census: 140 Total Capacity: 210 Distance: 18 Distance: 18 Gap: 0.125
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff MConfirmed multiple findings during facility tour and interviews
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 128 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 31, 2024
Visit Reason
An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaints on behalf of the Georgia Department of Community Health.
Findings
Complaints #GA00250955, #GA00250854, and #GA00249681 were substantiated, while numerous other complaints were unsubstantiated. No deficiencies were cited during the survey.
Complaint Details
Complaints #GA00250955, #GA00250854, and #GA00249681 were substantiated. Other complaints listed were unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Complaints investigated: 24 Census: 128
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Apr 8, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 04/01/2024 and 04/07/2024 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Apr 8, 2024
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN between 04/01/2024 and 04/07/2024 as required by regulation, potentially causing more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Mar 27, 2024
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for River Towne Center, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted.
Findings
The report contains initial comments but does not provide specific details on deficiencies or findings.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 140 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 27, 2024
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited during a February 14, 2024 complaint survey.
Findings
All deficiencies cited as a result of the February 14, 2024 complaint survey were found to be corrected.
Complaint Details
The visit was a follow-up to a complaint survey conducted on February 14, 2024; all cited deficiencies were corrected.
Report Facts
Census: 140
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 11, 2024
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 03/04/2024 and 03/10/2024 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, potentially causing more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 11, 2024
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN between 03/04/2024 and 03/10/2024 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 2 Feb 14, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was a State Licensure survey conducted to determine compliance with the State Long Term Care Requirements at River Towne Center.
Findings
The facility failed to implement care plan interventions and provide descriptive wound documentation for pressure ulcer treatments for several residents. There were delays in assessing pressure ulcers and initiating treatments as ordered, with missing treatment documentation for multiple residents.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Failed to implement care plan interventions for pressure ulcer treatments and provide descriptive wound documentation for two of 12 sampled residents (R2 and R6).
Failed to assess pressure ulcers and initiate pressure ulcer treatments timely for three of 12 sampled residents (R2, R6, and R10).
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 12 Pressure ulcer measurements: 7.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 8.5 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 12.6 Pressure ulcer measurements: 11.2 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.4 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.5 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Treatment NurseInterviewed on 2/13/2024 regarding failure to provide wound documentation and treatment records
AdministratorInterviewed on 2/14/2024 regarding staffing issues affecting treatment administration
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 127 Deficiencies: 3 Feb 14, 2024
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaint intake numbers between February 5, 2024 and February 14, 2024.
Findings
The facility failed to implement care plan interventions and provide descriptive wound documentation for pressure ulcer treatments for several residents, resulting in delayed or undocumented treatments. Some complaints were substantiated with deficiencies, including failure to timely assess and treat pressure ulcers and venous stasis ulcers.
Complaint Details
The investigation involved multiple complaint intake numbers. Some complaints were unsubstantiated with no deficiencies, some were substantiated with no deficiencies, and others were substantiated with deficiencies related to wound care and treatment documentation.
Severity Breakdown
SS= D: 3
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to implement care plan interventions for pressure ulcer treatments and provide descriptive wound documentation for two residents (R2 and R6).SS= D
Failed to provide treatment timely for one resident (R10) with a venous stasis ulcer.SS= D
Failed to assess pressure ulcers and initiate pressure ulcer treatments timely for three residents (R2, R6, and R10).SS= D
Report Facts
Complaint Intake Numbers: 7 Residents sampled: 12 Resident census: 127 Pressure ulcer measurements: 7.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 8.5 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 12.6 Pressure ulcer measurements: 11.2 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.4 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.5 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Feb 12, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to review the facility's compliance with reporting requirements to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) regarding COVID-19 data during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN between 02/05/2024 and 02/11/2024 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Feb 12, 2024
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for compliance with reporting requirements to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) regarding COVID-19 data during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete COVID-19 information to the NHSN between 02/05/2024 and 02/11/2024 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 Dec 12, 2023
Visit Reason
A Follow-Up Survey was conducted to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
All previously cited survey tags have been corrected as noted during the follow-up survey.
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Dec 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for River Towne Center, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted.
Findings
The report contains an initial comment section but does not provide specific details on deficiencies or findings.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 149 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 8, 2023
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the October 12, 2023 Recertification with Complaint Survey.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior October 12, 2023 survey were found to be corrected during this revisit survey.
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 132 Capacity: 210 Deficiencies: 8 Oct 12, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was a Life Safety Code Survey conducted to assess compliance with fire safety regulations and related NFPA standards for participation in Medicare/Medicaid.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with multiple Life Safety Code requirements including exit signage, cooking facility hood system, fire alarm system installation, corridor doors, smoke barrier doors, fire doors, fire drills, smoking regulations, and fire door maintenance and inspection. Several deficiencies posed risks to residents and staff in the event of fire.
Severity Breakdown
D: 3 E: 1 F: 4
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Exit doors were marked but did not meet exit requirements, including a door over a non-required door that could confuse occupants.D
Cooking hood suppression system was not compliant with NFPA 96; caps missing on nozzles, broken filter, and kitchen staff lacked proper training on hood extinguishment system.E
Fire alarm control panel lacked power circuit (breaker) identification.D
Resident corridor doors did not close properly or latch, failing to create a smoke tight seal.F
Smoke barrier doors were not maintained in reliable working order; fire doors outside certain rooms did not close or lacked self-closing mechanisms.F
Facility failed to conduct and document quarterly fire drills for each shift, missing documentation for second and third quarters of 2023.F
Facility failed to follow smoking regulations; cigarette butts were found disposed in a trash can reserved for paper waste.D
Facility failed to document annual inspections and testing of fire door assemblies within the past 12 months.F
Report Facts
Residents at risk: 100 Staff at risk: 20 Residents at risk: 20 Staff at risk: 7 Residents at risk: 25 Staff at risk: 10 Residents at risk: 30 Residents at risk: 100 Residents at risk: 10 Residents at risk: 100 Staff at risk: 20 Residents at risk: 132
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff MStaff member who confirmed multiple findings during the tour and interviews
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 131 Deficiencies: 4 Oct 12, 2023
Visit Reason
A State Licensure survey was conducted at River Towne Center from 10/3/2023 through 10/12/2023 to assess compliance with state licensure requirements.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance due to failures in infection prevention and control related to a COVID-19 outbreak affecting five residents and two staff, improper medication storage including expired items, and failure to provide adequate bathing care to one resident. Immediate Jeopardy was identified and removed after corrective actions.
Severity Breakdown
Immediate Jeopardy: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to maintain an effective Infection Prevention Control Program (IPCP) to identify and investigate a COVID-19 outbreak, resulting in five residents and two staff testing positive.Immediate Jeopardy
Failure to discard discontinued and outdated supplements, tube feedings, and COVID-19 tests stored in medication storage areas.
Failure to implement initial and ongoing testing of residents and staff as recommended by CDC during COVID-19 outbreak, failure to ensure source control, and failure to notify staff and family appropriately.Immediate Jeopardy
Failure to provide adequate Activities of Daily Living (ADL) bathing care to one resident (R80), with documentation showing missed baths and observations of foul odor.
Report Facts
Residents tested for COVID-19: 119 Staff tested for COVID-19: 95 Residents refusing COVID-19 testing: 7 Total positive residents: 5 Total positive staff: 1 Facility census: 131 Sampled residents for bathing deficiency: 59
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
CCLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed regarding medication storage and disposal practices.
SSSLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed about resident COVID-19 testing and mask usage.
ZZZCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Interviewed about isolation room door protocols and mask usage.
BBBBBReceptionistInterviewed about knowledge of outbreak status and mask distribution.
NNNNRegistered Nurse/Unit ManagerInterviewed about bathing documentation and procedures.
DONDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding infection control, outbreak management, and bathing care.
ADON/IPAssistant Director of Nursing/Infection PreventionistInterviewed about outbreak contact tracing, testing, and infection control practices.
AdministratorFacility AdministratorInterviewed about outbreak response and infection control oversight.
Medical DirectorMedical DirectorInterviewed about resident cohorting and outbreak awareness.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 131 Deficiencies: 11 Oct 12, 2023
Visit Reason
A standard survey was conducted from 10/3/2023 through 10/12/2023, including investigation of multiple complaint intakes, to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations and infection control related to a COVID-19 outbreak.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations, including failure to implement outbreak testing and infection control measures during a COVID-19 outbreak, failure to maintain resident dignity, failure to provide choice in bathing, incomplete baseline care plans, failure to administer medications as ordered, failure to provide respiratory care as ordered, failure to discard expired medications and supplies, and failure to timely obtain and act on laboratory results. Immediate Jeopardy was identified and removed after corrective actions.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00237629, GA00239046, GA002329697, GA00239257, GA00237422, and GA00238223 were investigated. Complaint GA00239046 was substantiated with deficiency; others were unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
L: 3 D: 8
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to implement outbreak testing for residents and staff after a resident tested positive for COVID-19, resulting in five residents and two staff testing positive.L
Failure to maintain resident dignity by transferring a resident in a mechanical lift in the hallway instead of in the resident's room.D
Failure to allow residents the choice to take showers instead of bed baths due to staffing shortages and scheduling practices.D
Failure to complete baseline care plan for one resident to include goals and interventions for fall risk.D
Failure to provide Activities of Daily Living (ADL) related to bathing for one resident, with evidence of inadequate bathing and hygiene.D
Failure to administer medication as ordered for two residents, including missed doses of Ozempic due to discarded medication and unavailable neuropathy medication.D
Failure to provide oxygen therapy as ordered and failure to contain BiPAP tubing in a clean plastic bag when not in use for one resident.D
Failure to discard discontinued and outdated supplements, tube feedings, and COVID-19 tests stored in medication storage areas.D
Failure to obtain and act on laboratory tests in a timely manner for one resident with a multidrug resistant infection.D
Failure to maintain an effective Infection Prevention Control Program to identify and investigate a COVID-19 outbreak, including failure to follow CDC guidelines for testing, cohorting, source control, and notification, resulting in Immediate Jeopardy.L
Failure to implement initial and ongoing testing of residents and staff as recommended by CDC, failure to ensure source control during outbreak, failure to monitor and document COVID-19 symptoms, and failure to notify staff and family of outbreak status.L
Report Facts
Resident census: 131 Residents tested: 119 Staff tested: 95 Positive residents: 5 Positive staff: 2 Staff in-service completion: 106
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorNamed in Immediate Jeopardy notification and infection control failures
Director of NursingNamed in Immediate Jeopardy notification and infection control failures
Regional Vice PresidentNamed in Immediate Jeopardy notification and infection control failures
Assistant Director of Nursing/Infection PreventionistNamed in infection control findings and Immediate Jeopardy
LPN CCLicensed Practical NurseNamed in medication administration deficiency related to missed Ozempic doses
RRT EERespiratory TherapistNamed in respiratory care deficiency
LPN HHHHLicensed Practical NurseNamed in respiratory care deficiency
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Jul 28, 2023
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted to investigate complaints #GA00235506, #GA00235643, #GA00235773, #GA00236886, and #GA00237324 at River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center.
Findings
The complaints investigated were unsubstantiated and no regulatory violations were cited during the survey conducted on behalf of the Georgia Department of Community Health by Ascellon Corporation.
Complaint Details
Complaints #GA00235506, #GA00235643, #GA00235773, #GA00236886, and #GA00237324 were unsubstantiated.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 May 22, 2023
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for River Towne Center, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted and deficiencies were identified requiring correction.
Findings
The report contains a summary statement of deficiencies identified during the inspection; however, no specific deficiencies or severity levels are detailed in the provided page.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 138 Deficiencies: 0 May 22, 2023
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the March 30, 2023 Focused Infection Control/Complaints Survey.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior March 30, 2023 survey were found to be corrected during this revisit survey.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Mar 30, 2023
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaints (GA00227950, GA00232296, GA00231309, GA00233743, GA00228884, GA00231353) initiated on March 27, 2023 and concluded on March 30, 2023.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain accurate records on controlled substances across six medication carts, with multiple instances of missing medication totals, incomplete shift counts, and missing signatures documented in the Controlled Drug Shift Audit Reports from January through March 2023.
Complaint Details
The survey was initiated to investigate complaints GA00227950, GA00232296, GA00231309, GA00233743, GA00228884, and GA00231353. The findings confirmed deficiencies related to controlled substance record-keeping.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to maintain accurate records on controlled substances on six medication carts.SS=F
Report Facts
Medication totals missing: 27 Single shift counts: 70 No shifts indicated: 30 Missing signatures: 60
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AALicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed on 3/27/23 regarding medication cart counting procedures and discrepancy handling
BBLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Interviewed on 3/27/23 confirming two nurses are required to count medication carts each shift
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Interviewed on 3/29/23 regarding pharmacy medication reviews and facility procedures
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 2 Mar 30, 2023
Visit Reason
A Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted in conjunction with an Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey investigating multiple complaints related to medication management and controlled substances.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that one resident's narcotic pain medication was free from diversion and failed to maintain accurate records on controlled substances across six medication carts, with multiple discrepancies and missing medication counts documented.
Complaint Details
The investigation was initiated due to complaints GA00227950, GA00232296, GA00231309, GA00233743, GA00228884, and GA00231353. The Director of Nursing reported a medication discrepancy involving a missing Tramadol pill for resident #306, leading to drug testing of nursing staff and termination of one nurse for testing positive for another drug. Multiple discrepancies in controlled drug shift audits were found across medication carts.
Severity Breakdown
SS= D: 1 SS= F: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure that one resident's (R#306) narcotic pain medication (Tramadol) was free from diversion.SS= D
Failed to maintain accurate records on controlled substances on six of six medication carts, including missing medication totals, missing shifts, and missing signatures.SS= F
Report Facts
Medication missing dates: 15 Medication carts with discrepancies: 6
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingConducted drug screens on nurses after medication discrepancy; reported findings and actions taken.
Licensed Practical Nurse AALicensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding medication cart counting procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse BBLicensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding medication cart counting procedures.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Feb 17, 2023
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaint allegations identified by codes GA00229297, GA00228747, GA00227952, GA00227448, GA00226347, and GA00226074.
Findings
The investigation was conducted on behalf of the Georgia Department of Community Health by Ascellon Corporation and all complaints were found to be unsubstantiated. No deficiencies were cited.
Complaint Details
The investigation involved multiple complaint allegations identified by codes GA00229297, GA00228747, GA00227952, GA00227448, GA00226347, and GA00226074, all of which were unsubstantiated.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Feb 2, 2023
Visit Reason
An abbreviated survey was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00232026.
Findings
The complaint was found to be unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00232026 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Dec 22, 2022
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An Abbreviated Survey was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00230671.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the abbreviated survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00230671 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Dec 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed due to failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 12/05/2022 and 12/11/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Dec 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 12/05/2022 and 12/11/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which could potentially cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Dec 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 11/28/2022 and 12/04/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which could potentially cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7 Date range: From 2022-11-28 to 2022-12-04, incomplete COVID-19 reporting occurred
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Dec 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 11/28/2022 and 12/04/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which could potentially cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 28, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to review the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) during a mandated seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN between 11/21/2022 and 11/27/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's NHSN during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 28, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 11/21/2022 and 11/27/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which could potentially cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 21, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was surveyed due to failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 11/14/2022 and 11/20/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, potentially causing more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's NHSN during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 21, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 11/14/2022 and 11/20/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which could potentially cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 15, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 11/07/2022 and 11/13/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which could potentially cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7 Date range: Between 11/07/2022 and 11/13/2022
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Nov 15, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 11/07/2022 and 11/13/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's NHSN during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7 Date range: Between 11/07/2022 and 11/13/2022
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 7, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN between 10/31/2022 and 11/06/2022 as required by regulation, potentially causing more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's NHSN during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Nov 7, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed due to failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 10/31/2022 and 11/06/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's NHSN during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Oct 31, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 10/24/2022 and 10/30/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, potentially causing more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Routine Deficiencies: 1 Oct 31, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 10/24/2022 and 10/30/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7 Date range: 10/24/2022 to 10/30/2022
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Oct 24, 2022
Visit Reason
The facility was reviewed for compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN between 10/17/2022 and 10/23/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Oct 24, 2022
Visit Reason
The report addresses the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.
Findings
The facility did not report complete COVID-19 data to the NHSN between 10/17/2022 and 10/23/2022 as required by CMS and CDC regulations, which could potentially cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Oct 17, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day reporting period between 10/10/2022 and 10/16/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Oct 17, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 10/10/2022 to 10/16/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Sep 19, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 09/12/2022 and 09/18/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Sep 19, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 09/12/2022 to 09/18/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Sep 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day reporting period between 09/05/2022 and 09/11/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Sep 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 09/05/2022 to 09/11/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.SS=F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Sep 6, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day period between 08/29/2022 and 09/04/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Sep 6, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day reporting period between 08/29/2022 and 09/04/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period as required by regulation.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Enforcement Deficiencies: 1 Aug 22, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 08/15/2022 to 08/21/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Aug 22, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 08/15/2022 to 08/21/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Enforcement Deficiencies: 1 Aug 16, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to the facility's failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) as required by regulation.
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 infections, deaths, supplies, testing access, staffing shortages, vaccination status, and therapeutics to the NHSN during the seven-day period from 08/08/2022 to 08/14/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Aug 16, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 08/08/2022 to 08/14/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's NHSN during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Aug 8, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day reporting period between 08/01/2022 and 08/07/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period as required by regulation.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Aug 8, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 08/01/2022 to 08/07/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Routine Deficiencies: 1 Aug 2, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day reporting period between 07/25/2022 and 07/31/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day required reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Aug 2, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day reporting period from 07/25/2022 to 07/31/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period as required by regulation.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Routine Deficiencies: 1 Jul 11, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 07/04/2022 to 07/10/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Jul 11, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 07/04/2022 to 07/10/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jul 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a required seven-day reporting period from 06/27/2022 to 07/03/2022, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a seven-day period as required by regulation.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jul 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Jun 27, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 06/20/2022 and 06/26/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Jun 27, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 06/20/2022 and 06/26/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Jun 21, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 06/13/2022 and 06/19/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jun 21, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 06/13/2022 and 06/19/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 May 25, 2022
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for River Towne Center, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted.
Findings
The report contains initial comments but does not provide specific details on deficiencies or findings.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 147 Deficiencies: 0 May 25, 2022
Visit Reason
A Revisit Survey was conducted from May 24 through May 25, 2022 to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the Recertification with Complaints Survey on March 17, 2022.
Findings
All deficiencies cited as a result of the Recertification with Complaints Survey on March 17, 2022 were found to be corrected during this revisit survey.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 May 2, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7 Date range: Between 2022-04-25 and 2022-05-01, the facility did not report complete information
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 May 2, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 04/25/2022 and 05/01/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Apr 18, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 04/11/2022 and 04/17/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Apr 18, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Apr 11, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 04/04/2022 and 04/10/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Apr 11, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period from 04/04/2022 to 04/10/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 1 Mar 28, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 03/21/2022 and 03/27/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day reporting period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 28, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 03/21/2022 and 03/27/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to residents.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report complete COVID-19 information to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.F
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 146 Deficiencies: 4 Mar 17, 2022
Visit Reason
A licensure survey was conducted from 03/14/2022 through 03/17/2022, including investigation of multiple complaint intake numbers, to assess the facility's compliance with state regulations.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance due to deficiencies including failure to provide required written transfer notices to residents and the Ombudsman, unsecured medication carts accessible to unauthorized persons, inadequate oral care for a dependent resident, and incomplete and inaccurate clinical documentation of medication and treatment administration.
Complaint Details
Multiple complaint intake numbers were investigated in conjunction with the standard survey. No deficiencies were cited for most complaints except for complaint intake number GA00216744, which resulted in citation F677 related to failure to provide required transfer notices.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 3 Level E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide required written transfer notices to residents and the Ombudsman for hospital transfers.Level D
Failure to ensure medication and treatment carts were locked, attended by licensed staff, and inaccessible to others.Level E
Failure to provide good oral care/hygiene as needed for a dependent resident, placing the resident at risk for discomfort and decline in teeth and gum condition.Level D
Failure to maintain complete and accurate clinical records, including documentation of medication and treatment administration for one resident.Level D
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for hospitalization: 3 Residents reviewed for ADL care: 6 Residents sampled: 29 Medication carts unlocked: 4 Treatment carts unlocked: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse 3LPNIdentified unlocked medication cart and locked it upon survey team inquiry
Licensed Practical Nurse 8LPNLeft medication cart unlocked after unsuccessful locking attempt
Director of NursingDONAcknowledged expectations for medication cart security and confirmed incomplete documentation of medication administration
Business Office ManagerBOMReported lack of notification to Ombudsman for resident hospital transfers
Certified Nursing Assistant 6CNAConfirmed resident had visible white particles on teeth and that respiratory staff had provided suction care
Respiratory Therapist LeadRTDescribed oral care procedures and confirmed filter changes were not documented
Licensed Practical Nurse 6LPNConfirmed medications and treatments should be signed off immediately after administration
AdministratorUnaware of regulatory requirement to notify Ombudsman of resident transfers
Medical DirectorStated expectation for mouth care frequency for ventilator-dependent residents
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 146 Deficiencies: 9 Mar 17, 2022
Visit Reason
A Recertification and Complaint survey was conducted from 03/14/2022 through 03/17/2022, including investigation of multiple complaint intake numbers.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations, with deficiencies related to resident self-administration of medications, advance directives, transfer notices, bed hold notices, care plan revisions, ADL care, respiratory care, medication storage, and medical record documentation.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake number GA00216744 was investigated and deficiency F677 was cited.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 5 Level E: 3
Deficiencies (9)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure two residents self-administered medications only when clinically appropriate and supervised.Level D
Failed to assist four residents with advance directives and document code status.Level E
Failed to provide required written transfer notices to residents and Ombudsman for two residents transferred to hospital.Level D
Failed to provide written bed hold notices to two residents transferred to hospital.Level D
Failed to revise care plan for one resident after Foley catheter removal.Level D
Failed to provide good oral care for one dependent resident on ventilator.Level D
Failed to provide respiratory care consistent with orders for six residents, including oxygen therapy at correct flow rates, monitoring oxygen saturation, and cleaning/changing oxygen equipment.Level E
Failed to ensure medication and treatment carts were locked and attended, allowing potential unauthorized access.Level E
Failed to maintain complete and accurate medical records for one resident, including documentation of medication administration and treatment.Level D
Report Facts
Resident census: 146 Residents receiving respiratory treatment: 31 Number of complaint intake numbers investigated: 20
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
West HallUnit ManagerConfirmed lack of code status documentation for resident R77
Assistant Director of NursingADONConfirmed lack of physician orders and assessments for self-administration and code status
Medical DirectorStated importance of advance directives and code status documentation
Director of NursingDONConfirmed removal of unauthorized medications at bedside and lack of transfer notices
Licensed Practical Nurse 3LPNFound medication cart unlocked and locked it
Licensed Practical Nurse 8LPNLeft medication cart unlocked and confirmed it did not lock
Respiratory Therapist LeadRTConfirmed responsibility for oxygen concentrator filters and lack of cleaning
Licensed Practical Nurse 6LPNConfirmed medication documentation expectations
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 146 Capacity: 210 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 15, 2022
Visit Reason
A Life Safety Code Survey was conducted to assess compliance with fire safety regulations and emergency preparedness requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with the requirements for participation in Medicare/Medicaid under 42 CFR Subpart 483.90(a) and the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 2012 edition. The Emergency Preparedness Program was also reviewed and found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483.73.
Report Facts
Census: 146 Total Capacity: 210
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Jul 29, 2021
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for River Towne Center, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted.
Findings
The report contains initial comments but does not provide specific findings or deficiencies in the provided page.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Jul 29, 2021
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the complaint survey of 5/24/2021.
Findings
The revisit survey found that all deficiencies cited during the complaint survey were corrected.
Complaint Details
The revisit survey was conducted following a complaint survey on 5/24/2021; all deficiencies from that complaint survey were corrected.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 135 Deficiencies: 3 May 24, 2021
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted from 4/13/2021 to 5/24/2021 to investigate multiple complaints, including GA00211820, GA00212582, GA00212694, GA00213426, GA00214236, GA00214360, and GA00214500.
Findings
The survey substantiated one complaint (GA00212694) with deficiencies including failure to perform a timely criminal background check for the Administrator, failure to implement care plan interventions for a resident's wound treatment, and failure to report an allegation of abuse in a timely manner involving a resident and a staff member.
Complaint Details
Complaint GA00212694 was substantiated with deficiencies related to criminal background checks, care plan implementation, and abuse reporting. Other complaints investigated were unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
D: 3
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to perform a thorough criminal background check for the Administrator prior to hire.D
Facility failed to implement care plan interventions for one resident (R#16) regarding wound treatment as ordered.D
Facility failed to ensure timely reporting of an allegation of abuse involving resident R#23 and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) BB.D
Report Facts
Resident census: 135 Sampled residents: 28 Incident report date: Apr 6, 2021 Incident date and time: Apr 2, 2021
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in substantiated abuse allegation and subsequent termination
RT DDRespiratory TherapistWitness to abuse incident and delayed reporting
RT CCRespiratory TherapistWitness to abuse incident and delayed reporting
AdministratorInterviewed regarding background check, care plan implementation, and abuse reporting
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 135 Deficiencies: 5 May 24, 2021
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaints against the facility, including GA00211820, GA00212582, GA00212694, GA00213426, GA00214236, GA00214360, and GA00214500.
Findings
The survey substantiated one complaint involving abuse of a resident by a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN BB) and identified failures in abuse prevention policies, timely reporting of abuse allegations, criminal background checks for staff, and implementation of care plans and treatments for residents.
Complaint Details
The survey investigated multiple complaints, with one substantiated complaint (GA00212694) involving abuse of resident R#23 by LPN BB. The abuse was confirmed through staff witness statements and investigation, resulting in termination of LPN BB.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 5
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure one resident (R#23) was free from verbal and physical abuse by staff.Level D
Failure to perform thorough criminal background checks for the Administrator and one Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN AA).Level D
Failure to report an allegation of abuse in a timely manner for one resident (R#23).Level D
Failure to implement care plan interventions for one resident (R#16) with wounds.Level D
Failure to ensure wound treatment was completed as ordered for one resident (R#16).Level D
Report Facts
Resident census: 135 Date of incident: Apr 2, 2021 Date of report: Apr 6, 2021 Number of sampled residents: 28 Wound size: 1 Wound depth: 0.4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in abuse finding involving resident R#23; terminated after substantiated abuse
LPN AALicensed Practical NurseNamed in deficiency for lack of criminal background check
RT CCRespiratory TherapistWitnessed abuse incident involving resident R#23 and LPN BB
RT DDRespiratory TherapistWitnessed abuse incident involving resident R#23 and LPN BB; delayed reporting abuse
AdministratorInterviewed regarding background checks and abuse reporting delays
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 104 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 29, 2021
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted in conjunction with a Complaint survey to investigate Complaint Intake number GA00211427, and a Revisit survey was also conducted.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with infection control regulations and COVID-19 preparedness practices. The complaint was found to be unsubstantiated, and all previously cited deficiencies had been corrected.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake number GA00211427 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Facility census: 104
Inspection Report Deficiencies: 0 Jan 29, 2021
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for River Towne Center, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted.
Findings
The report contains initial comments but does not provide specific details about deficiencies or findings.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 104 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 29, 2021
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted in conjunction with a Focused Infection Control survey and a Complaint survey investigating complaint intake number GA00211427.
Findings
The revisit survey revealed that all previously cited deficiencies from the November 6, 2020 complaint survey had been corrected. The facility was found to be in compliance with infection control regulations and COVID-19 recommended practices. The complaint intake was found to be unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
Complaint intake GA00211427 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Census: 104
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Jan 14, 2021
Visit Reason
An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaints numbered GA00209450, GA00209521, GA00209538, GA00209554, and GA00210480.
Findings
The complaints investigated during the survey were found to be unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies were identified.
Complaint Details
The survey investigated complaints GA00209450, GA00209521, GA00209538, GA00209554, and GA00210480, all of which were unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Report Facts
Complaint numbers investigated: 5
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 131 Deficiencies: 2 Nov 6, 2020
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended survey and a COVID-19 Focused Infection Control survey were conducted, investigating twenty-five complaint intakes related to the facility's compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with regulations, with Immediate Jeopardy identified related to failure to monitor and assess residents after falls, failure to notify physicians and responsible parties timely, and failure to develop comprehensive person-centered care plans addressing falls and anticoagulant use. Immediate Jeopardy was removed after corrective actions including staff education, audits, and care plan reviews.
Complaint Details
Twenty-five complaint intakes were investigated; several were unsubstantiated, some partially substantiated without deficiencies, some substantiated without deficiencies, and two substantiated with deficiencies resulting in Immediate Jeopardy. The Immediate Jeopardy related to failure in monitoring and care planning for residents at risk of falls and on anticoagulant therapy, leading to serious injury and death.
Severity Breakdown
G: 1 J: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify the Attending Physician and Responsible Party promptly after a resident's fall resulting in a fractured elbow.G
Failure to implement interventions for monitoring and assessing residents after falls and failure to develop comprehensive person-centered care plans for anticoagulant use and other care needs.J
Report Facts
Resident census: 131 Complaint intakes investigated: 25 Residents with falls care plans reviewed: 14 Residents on anticoagulation therapy care plans reviewed: 32 Licensed nursing staff educated: 29 Licensed nursing staff total: 32 Education completion rate: 85
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN HHLicensed Practical NurseNurse assigned to Resident #10 at time of fall who failed to notify MD and Responsible Party timely
RN GGRegistered NurseAgency nurse interviewed regarding care plan responsibilities
Assistant AdministratorInterviewed regarding care plan deficiencies and corrective actions
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding care plan deficiencies and corrective actions
Medical DirectorInterviewed regarding expectations for fall notifications
Unit ManagerInvestigated Resident #10's fall and reported late notification
RN Nurse EducatorNurse EducatorProvided in-service education on care plans and interventions
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 131 Deficiencies: 6 Nov 6, 2020
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended survey and a COVID-19 Focused Infection Control survey were conducted, including investigation of twenty-five complaint intakes related to the COVID-19 survey.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations, with Immediate Jeopardy related to failure to monitor a resident on anticoagulant therapy after a fall, failure to notify physician and responsible party timely after a fall resulting in fracture, and failure to develop comprehensive care plans. The Immediate Jeopardy was removed after corrective actions including staff education, audits, and policy reviews.
Complaint Details
Twenty-five complaint intakes were investigated; several were unsubstantiated, some partially substantiated without deficiencies, some substantiated without deficiencies, and two were substantiated with deficiencies and Immediate Jeopardy.
Severity Breakdown
J: 4 G: 1 D: 1
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to monitor a resident on anticoagulant therapy after an unwitnessed fall, resulting in death.J
Failure to notify physician and responsible party timely after a resident's fall resulting in a left distal humerus fracture.G
Failure to maintain a homelike environment due to missing window screens in eight resident rooms.D
Failure to develop and implement comprehensive person-centered care plans for anticoagulant use and other care needs for residents.J
Failure to identify change in condition and failure to follow physician orders for monitoring and timely medical care after a fall.J
Failure of administration to ensure effective oversight, timely medical care, and implementation of care plans related to falls and anticoagulant use.J
Report Facts
Complaint intakes investigated: 25 Resident census: 131 Nurses educated: 29 CNAs educated: 36 Falls care plans reviewed: 14 Anticoagulation care plans reviewed: 32 Fall risk score: 75
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN HHLicensed Practical NurseNamed in failure to monitor resident after fall and failure to notify physician and responsible party
RN AARegistered NurseAgency nurse, described standard of care for unwitnessed falls
Assistant AdministratorInvolved in investigation and corrective action planning
Director of NursingInvolved in investigation and corrective action planning
Medical DirectorInvolved in investigation and corrective action planning
MDS CoordinatorResponsible for care plan development
Inspection Report Routine Census: 122 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 29, 2020
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Emergency Preparedness and Infection Control Survey was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices related to COVID-19.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.73 and 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations and had implemented the recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Inspection Report Routine Census: 120 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 17, 2020
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Emergency Preparedness and Infection Control Survey was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices related to COVID-19.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.73 and §483.80 infection control regulations and has implemented the recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Inspection Report Original Licensing Capacity: 40 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 15, 2020
Visit Reason
A walkthrough licensure survey was conducted for the expansion of 15 additional beds to the ventilation unit.
Findings
The 15 additional beds for the ventilation unit were found to be in compliance with State requirements. River Towne Center is approved for a 40 bed Mechanical Ventilation Unit.
Report Facts
Additional beds approved: 15 Total licensed capacity: 40
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 127 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 3, 2019
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the 10/10/19 Complaint Survey.
Findings
All deficiencies cited as a result of the 10/10/19 Complaint Survey were found to be corrected.
Complaint Details
The visit was a follow-up to a complaint survey conducted on 10/10/19; all cited deficiencies were corrected.
Report Facts
Census: 127
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 4 Oct 10, 2019
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaints regarding the facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to consistently provide and document pressure ulcer treatments and assessments for several residents, failure to provide thorough ADL assistance for one resident, failure to accommodate a resident's food allergy, and failure to maintain effective pest control resulting in insect infestations in resident areas.
Complaint Details
The survey investigated complaints GA00198118, GA00198618, GA00199727, GA00199837 and GA00199916. Complaints GA00199727 and GA00199837 were unsubstantiated. Complaints GA00198118, GA00198618 and GA00199916 were partially substantiated with deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1 SS=D: 3
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure pressure ulcer treatments and/or assessments were provided and documented consistently for multiple residents.SS=E
Failure to ensure Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assistance was provided in a thorough manner for one resident.SS=D
Failure to ensure food served accommodated the food allergies of one resident.SS=D
Failure to maintain an effective pest control program resulting in insect infestations in resident hall 300.SS=D
Report Facts
Pressure ulcer measurements: 13.8 Pressure ulcer measurements: 5.2 Pressure ulcer measurements: 2.8 Missing treatment documentation days: 38 Missing treatment documentation days: 15 Missing treatment documentation days: 10 Missing treatment documentation days: 11
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN FFTreatment NurseReported problems with wound treatment documentation and provided wound care
LPN JJLicensed Practical NurseReported changing dressings on resident #10 on 9/28/19
CNA KKCertified Nursing AssistantAssisted with dressing changes on resident #10 on 9/28/19
LPN DDLicensed Practical NurseAssisted with removal of insects from resident #11 and notified physician and DON
RT DirectorRespiratory Therapy DirectorObserved insects on resident #11 and reported pest issues on hall 300
LPN Unit Manager CCLicensed Practical Nurse Unit ManagerResponsible for showering resident #11 and confirmed food allergy documentation for resident #1
Dietary ManagerReviewed dietary forms and acknowledged delay in allergy documentation for resident #1
Maintenance DirectorReported pest control actions and delays in installing fly lights
Physician HHPrimary PhysicianExpected nursing staff to carry out wound care orders for resident #10
Wound PhysicianProvided wound care orders and assessments for multiple residents and commented on wound care documentation issues
LPN GGLicensed Practical NurseReported frustration with incomplete wound dressing changes
Corporate Vice President of OperationsInvestigated pest incident and oversaw installation of bug lights
Former DON AADirector of NursingSigned statements confirming wound assessments
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 2 Oct 10, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding inconsistent pressure ulcer treatments and assessments, and inadequate assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) for residents.
Findings
The facility failed to consistently provide and document pressure ulcer treatments and assessments for four residents and failed to ensure thorough ADL assistance for one resident. Specific deficiencies included delayed or missing treatments, inadequate documentation, and failure to meet care plan interventions.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, focusing on pressure ulcer care and ADL assistance. Substantiation status is not explicitly stated.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Failure to ensure consistent pressure ulcer treatments and assessments for residents #10, #9, #2, and #14 as per care plans.
Failure to provide thorough Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assistance for resident #11 as care planned.
Report Facts
Pressure ulcer measurements: 13.8 Pressure ulcer measurements: 8 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 2.8 Pressure ulcer measurements: 2 Pressure ulcer measurements: 0.1 Pressure ulcer measurements: 2.4 Pressure ulcer measurements: 1.3 Pressure ulcer measurements: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN FFTreatment Nurse, Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding wound treatments and documentation issues
BBActing Director of NursingInterviewed about pressure ulcer dressing changes on 9/28/19
LPN JJLicensed Practical NurseReported changing resident dressings on 9/28/19
CNA KKCertified Nursing AssistantAssisted LPN JJ with dressing changes on 9/28/19 but did not assist with foot dressings
LPN Unit Manager CCLicensed Practical Nurse Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding ADL assistance responsibilities
LPN Treatment Nurse FFLicensed Practical NurseClarified necrotic tissue description on resident #9's pressure ulcer
Wound PhysicianAssessed and ordered treatments for multiple pressure ulcers
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Jul 3, 2019
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted from 7/1/19 through 7/3/19 to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the Complaint survey conducted on 4/25/19. Additionally, an abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate complaints GA00196553 and GA00196992.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior Complaint survey were found to be corrected. The complaints investigated during the abbreviated/partial extended survey were found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
Complaints GA00196553 and GA00196992 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Jul 3, 2019
Visit Reason
An abbreviated / Partial Extended Survey was conducted investigating complaints GA00196553 and GA00196992 as well as a revisit survey.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies identified during the survey.
Complaint Details
The complaint was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Feb 18, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00194750 to determine compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care regulations.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00194750 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 123 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 30, 2019
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies found during the annual survey conducted December 3-6, 2018.
Findings
All deficiencies resulting from the prior annual survey were found to be corrected during this revisit survey.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 Jan 25, 2019
Visit Reason
A Follow-Up Survey was conducted to verify that all previously cited survey tags have been corrected.
Findings
The survey noted that all previously cited survey tags have been corrected.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Jan 15, 2019
Visit Reason
An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate complaints GA00194023 and GA00193965.
Findings
Complaint GA00194023 was partially substantiated but with no deficiencies, and complaint GA00193965 was unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
Complaint GA00194023 was partially substantiated with no deficiencies; complaint GA00193965 was unsubstantiated.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Jan 7, 2019
Visit Reason
An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate complaint GA00193697.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were found during the survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint GA00193697 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 121 Deficiencies: 6 Dec 6, 2018
Visit Reason
A standard annual survey was conducted from December 3 through December 6, 2018, including investigation of Complaint Intake Number GA00193934.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations, with deficiencies including failure to promote dignity and privacy for residents, inadequate privacy during showers, failure to provide appropriate treatment to prevent contractures and maintain mobility, unsafe use and condition of mechanical lifts, failure to date and time enteral feedings, and lapses in infection control practices.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Number GA00193934 was investigated in conjunction with the standard survey.
Severity Breakdown
SS= D: 6
Deficiencies (6)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to promote dignity and provide privacy related to an uncovered urinary catheter bag for one resident.SS= D
Failure to ensure privacy for one resident during showers due to shared shower room layout and lack of privacy curtains.SS= D
Failure to provide appropriate treatment and services to increase or prevent further decrease in range of motion for three residents with contractures and limited mobility.SS= D
Failure to ensure accident risk was minimized due to unsafe use of mechanical lifts and torn lift slings for three residents.SS= D
Failure to date and time nutritional enteral feedings for two residents receiving tube feeding.SS= D
Failure to remove gloves and wash hands after providing care for a resident on contact precautions and failure to wash hands during meal tray delivery to residents on contact precautions.SS= D
Report Facts
Resident census: 121 Tube feeding rate: 50 Tube feeding volume: 1100 Tube feeding volume infused: 618 Tube feeding volume infused: 700 BIMS score: 12 BIMS score: 1 BIMS score: 5 BIMS score: 6
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN NNRegistered NurseProvided care to Resident #84 and did not remove gloves or wash hands after care
CNA GGCertified Nurse AssistantDelivered meal trays without washing hands between rooms, transferred Resident #61 using mechanical lift
CNA OOCertified Nurse AssistantProvided care to Resident #84 and did not remove gloves or wash hands after care
CNA PPCertified Nurse AssistantAssisted with mechanical lift transfers and provided observations on restorative care
LPN RRLicensed Practical NurseProvided observations on restorative care and mechanical lift use
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding restorative nursing program, mechanical lift use, and infection control
Therapy DirectorTherapy DirectorInterviewed regarding restorative nursing services and therapy assessments
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed regarding restorative nursing program and facility improvements
Laundry Aide MMLaundry AideDescribed washing and inspecting mechanical lift slings
Housekeeping SupervisorHousekeeping SupervisorDescribed sling inspection and replacement process
Inspection Report Routine Census: 41 Deficiencies: 2 Dec 6, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with nursing care and infection control regulations, focusing on treatment and services to prevent further decrease in range of motion for sampled residents and adherence to infection control protocols.
Findings
The facility failed to provide appropriate restorative nursing care to prevent contractures in three sampled residents, including lack of range of motion exercises and splint application. Additionally, staff failed to follow infection control protocols by not removing gloves and washing hands after care and during meal service for residents on contact precautions.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Failure to ensure appropriate treatment and services to increase and/or prevent further decrease in range of motion for three sampled residents (R#57, R#84, R#116).
Failure to remove gloves and wash hands after providing care to a resident on contact precautions and failure to wash hands during meal service delivery to residents on contact precautions.
Report Facts
Sample size: 41 BIMS score: 5 Restorative nursing participation records: 113
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN NNRegistered NurseObserved providing care to R#84 and acknowledged gloves should have been removed and hands washed
CNA GGCertified Nursing AssistantObserved providing care to R#84 and delivering meal trays without proper hand hygiene
CNA OOCertified Nursing AssistantObserved providing care to R#84 and acknowledged gloves should have been removed and hands washed
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding restorative nursing program and infection control practices
Rehabilitation ManagerRehabilitation Manager (RM)Interviewed about therapy services for R#84
Speech Language PathologistSpeech Language Pathologist (SLP)Interviewed about therapy services for R#84
Therapy DirectorTherapy DirectorInterviewed about restorative nursing services and therapy screenings
CNA QQCertified Nursing AssistantInterviewed about splint application for R#116 and R#57
LPN RRLicensed Practical NurseInterviewed about observations of splint use for R#116 and R#57
CNA PPCertified Nursing AssistantInterviewed about range of motion exercises and splint application for R#57
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 121 Capacity: 210 Deficiencies: 4 Dec 4, 2018
Visit Reason
A Life Safety Code Survey was conducted to assess compliance with fire safety regulations and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code 2012 edition.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with life safety requirements, including failure to maintain smoke barrier walls with proper fire resistance, lack of documentation for annual fire door inspections, failure to maintain electrical cover plates, and inadequate maintenance and testing of the emergency generator.
Severity Breakdown
F: 3 D: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to maintain smoke barrier walls with construction having a fire resistance rating of at least one-half hour; unsealed penetrations where new camera system wiring was installed.F
Failed to document the annual inspection and testing of fire, corridor, and smoke barrier doors.F
Failed to maintain electrical cover plates; open junction box in ceiling outside room 816 and missing switch cover in main electrical room.D
Failed to properly conduct monthly load testing of the emergency generator and maintain a clean fuel supply; generator exercised under load only twice in 2018 and fuel test failed due to high particle counts.F
Report Facts
Residents at risk: 121 Certified beds: 210 Emergency generator load tests: 2 Required emergency generator load tests: 12
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff G confirmed findings during observations and record reviews.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Nov 14, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00192700 and determine compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care regulations.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00192700 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Nov 7, 2018
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The inspection was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00192394 and determine compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care regulations.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00192394 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Oct 22, 2018
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A complaint survey was conducted on 10/22/18 to investigate complaint GA00192025 by a Registered Nurse Surveyor to determine compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care Requirements.
Findings
No deficiency was cited during the complaint investigation survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint GA00192025 was investigated and no deficiency was cited.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Aug 23, 2018
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A revisit survey was conducted on 8/23/18 to verify correction of deficiencies cited in the 7/3/18 Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey. Additionally, complaint investigations for Intake Numbers GA00190645, GA00190891, and GA00190905 were conducted in conjunction with this revisit survey.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior 7/3/18 survey were found to be corrected. The complaint investigations were unsubstantiated with no deficiencies identified.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00190645, GA00190891, and GA00190905 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Aug 22, 2018
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A revisit survey was conducted on 8/23/18 to verify correction of deficiencies from the 7/3/18 Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey and to investigate complaint intake numbers GA00190645, GA00190891, and GA00190905.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior 7/3/18 survey were found to be corrected. The complaint investigations were unsubstantiated with no deficiencies identified.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00190645, GA00190891, and GA00190905 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 122 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 14, 2018
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited in the April 19, 2018 Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior abbreviated/partial extended survey were found to be corrected during this revisit survey.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jun 12, 2018
Visit Reason
An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00188976.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00188976 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Original Licensing Deficiencies: 0 May 30, 2018
Visit Reason
An initial walk-through survey of the Mechanical Ventilation Unit at River Towne Center was conducted on 5/29/18 - 5/30/18 by two Certified Respiratory Therapists.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with the policies and procedures for mechanical ventilation services.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 122 Deficiencies: 3 Apr 19, 2018
Visit Reason
An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted investigating a complaint related to unsafe hot water temperatures causing burns to a resident.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance due to failure to monitor and maintain safe hot water temperatures, resulting in a resident sustaining first and second degree burns. The facility failed to routinely monitor water temperatures and lacked a system to monitor mixing valve temperatures. Immediate Jeopardy was identified and removed after corrective actions including hourly water temperature checks, staff in-service, and plumbing repairs. The facility also failed to ensure competency of newly hired nursing staff and did not adequately report water temperature monitoring issues in QAPI meetings.
Complaint Details
Complaint GA#00187484 was substantiated with deficiencies related to unsafe hot water temperatures causing burns to a resident.
Severity Breakdown
J: 3
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to routinely monitor and maintain safe hot water temperatures, resulting in resident burns.J
Failure to ensure competency of newly hired Certified Nursing Assistant prior to independent resident care.J
Failure to report inconsistent water temperature monitoring and documentation in QAPI meetings.J
Report Facts
Resident census: 122 Water temperature: 120.5 Water temperature: 126.5 Residents affected: 14 Rooms with unsafe water temperatures: 9 Skin assessment audits: 5 Skin assessments per shift: 2 In-service completion: 87 In-service completion: 95
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA AACertified Nursing AssistantProvided shower to resident #1 on 4/9/18; competency validation forms incomplete
Maintenance DirectorResponsible for water temperature monitoring and reporting; participated in QAPI and in-service trainings
Director of NursingDONOversaw staff competency, in-service trainings, QAPI committee participation, and incident audits
Medical DirectorExamined resident #1 on 4/10/18 and ordered hospital transfer
Wound Treatment NurseResponsible for skin assessment audits and staff education on burns
AdministratorInvolved in investigation, QAPI oversight, and staff education
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 2 Apr 19, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following a complaint and investigation of unsafe hot water temperatures in resident rooms and common shower rooms, which caused a resident to suffer first and second degree burns.
Findings
The facility failed to routinely monitor and maintain safe hot water temperatures below 110 degrees Fahrenheit, resulting in unsafe water temperatures ranging from 120.5 to 126.5 degrees Fahrenheit in five bathrooms shared by nine resident rooms housing 14 residents. One resident suffered burns requiring hospitalization. The facility implemented corrective actions including hourly water temperature checks, staff in-service training, and policy revisions. Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 4/19/2018 after corrective measures were validated.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. Immediate Jeopardy was identified due to unsafe hot water temperatures causing serious injury (burns) to Resident #1. Immediate Jeopardy was removed after corrective actions were implemented and validated.
Severity Breakdown
Scope and Severity (S/S) of a "J": 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to routinely monitor and maintain safe hot water temperatures below 110 degrees Fahrenheit in resident rooms and common shower rooms.Scope and Severity (S/S) of a "J"
Substandard Quality of Care identified related to unsafe hot water temperatures causing resident burns.
Report Facts
Water temperature: 126.5 Water temperature: 120.5 Residents affected: 14 Rooms affected: 9 Skin assessment audits: 5 Licensed staff in-service completion: 23 Certified Nursing Assistants in-service completion: 44
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AACertified Nursing AssistantGave Resident #1 a shower on 4/9/18 when burns occurred.
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed multiple times regarding water temperature monitoring and corrective actions.
DDMaintenance StaffResponsible for weekly water temperature checks and recording.
DONDirector of NursingReviewed and accepted policies, conducted audits, participated in staff in-service training, and monitored incident reports.
Medical DirectorExamined Resident #1 and confirmed burn injuries.
Wound Treatment NurseResponsible for skin assessment chart audits and monitoring.
AdministratorInvolved in investigation, development and implementation of corrective plans, and staff in-service.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Feb 14, 2018
Visit Reason
An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate complaint GA00185182.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care regulations. The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited.
Complaint Details
Complaint GA00185182 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 Feb 12, 2018
Visit Reason
A Follow-Up Survey was conducted to verify that all previously cited survey tags have been corrected.
Findings
The surveyor noted that all previously cited survey tags have been corrected during the follow-up survey.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Feb 8, 2018
Visit Reason
A Revisit Survey was conducted at River Towne Center on 2/5/18 and 2/5/18 in conjunction with complaint investigations GA00184677 and GA00184864.
Findings
All deficiencies cited during the standard survey on 12/22/17 were found to be corrected. The complaint investigations were unsubstantiated with no deficiencies identified.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00184677 and GA00184864 were investigated and found unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Feb 8, 2018
Visit Reason
A Revisit Survey was conducted at River Towne Center on 2/8/18 to investigate Complaint Intake Numbers GA00184677 and GA00184864 in conjunction with this revisit survey.
Findings
All deficiencies cited as a result of the standard survey on 12/22/17 were found to be corrected. The complaint investigation found GA00184677 and GA00184864 unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00184677 and GA00184864 were investigated and found unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 127 Capacity: 210 Deficiencies: 13 Dec 19, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a Life Safety Code Survey to assess compliance with fire safety and emergency preparedness regulations.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with multiple Life Safety Code requirements including emergency preparedness plan deficiencies, exit discharge issues, inadequate illumination and signage, improper hazardous area enclosures, fire alarm system malfunction, improper fire extinguisher signage, corridor door smoke resistance failures, unmaintained smoke barriers, smoking area safety violations, emergency generator testing documentation deficiencies, improperly mounted power strips, and missing oxygen storage signage.
Severity Breakdown
SS= F: 3 SS= E: 3 SS= D: 6 : 1
Deficiencies (13)
DescriptionSeverity
Emergency Preparedness Plan was in draft form, not approved by administrator, and staff training had not been conducted.
Exit discharge from the west 400 hall exit had standing water at the bottom of the ramp.SS= D
No lighting of the means of egress from the east doors of the 400 hallway; all light bulbs missing.SS= D
Facility failed to maintain exit signage; exit sign outside Doctor's office not illuminated on AC or battery power; monthly and annual battery testing not conducted.SS= F
Medical records room door did not have a door closer installed.SS= D
Magnetic door holder on smoke barrier door next to vending machines failed to release, preventing door closure.SS= E
Facility failed to display proper signage for kitchen type K fire extinguisher.SS= D
Corridor doors 203 and 205 had gaps greater than 0.5 inch between door face and door stop, failing to resist passage of smoke.SS= D
Smoke barriers on hallways 100, 300, 400, 700, and 800 had unsealed penetrations, failing to maintain required fire resistance rating.SS= F
Metal container with self-closing lid in smoking area was broken; ashes and butts observed in trash receptacle.SS= D
Facility failed to properly document weekly and monthly testing of emergency generator.SS= F
Power strips in Staff Development and Rehab Clinical Care Manager offices were not properly secured off the floor.SS= D
Oxygen storage areas lacked required precautionary signage stating 'CAUTION: OXIDIZING GAS(ES) STORED WITHIN NO SMOKING'.SS= E
Report Facts
Residents at risk: 127 Residents at risk: 15 Residents at risk: 5 Residents at risk: 40 Residents at risk: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff GConfirmed multiple findings including exit discharge, lighting, exit signage, hazardous area enclosure, fire alarm system, fire extinguisher signage, corridor doors, smoke barriers, smoking area container, emergency generator documentation, power strips, and oxygen storage signage.
Staff MConfirmed Emergency Preparedness Plan deficiencies.
Staff HConfirmed medical records room door lacked door closer.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 May 24, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00175327 to determine compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care regulations.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00175327 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 Apr 17, 2017
Visit Reason
A follow-up visit was conducted on 4/17/17 to verify correction of deficiencies identified during the complaint survey conducted on 2/24/17.
Findings
The deficiencies identified in the prior complaint survey were corrected as of the follow-up visit.
Complaint Details
The follow-up was related to a complaint survey conducted on 2/24/17; deficiencies were corrected.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Jan 4, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00167641 and to determine compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care regulations.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint survey conducted from 01/03/17 through 01/04/17.
Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00167641 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.

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