Inspection Reports for Scottish Rite Park Health Care Center
2909 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 503123822
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The most recent inspection on July 2, 2025 found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies. Prior inspections showed some recurring issues with timely and accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and adherence to care plans, including inconsistent use of assistive devices like wrist splints and mechanical lifts. Complaint investigations substantiated failures in implementing safety interventions, such as gait belt use, which led to resident falls and injuries, and there were deficiencies related to staff competencies and supervision. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have made improvements over time, correcting earlier deficiencies and maintaining compliance in the most recent survey.
Deficiencies (last 6 years)
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
Deficiencies per year
Census
Based on a June 2025 inspection.
Occupancy over time
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Annual Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff C | Physical Therapist | Documented that Resident #28 and staff forgot to put on the left wrist brace at night |
| Staff D | Occupational Therapist | Recommended splint wear for Resident #28 and documented goals related to splint use |
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing | Reported no official written policy for MDS and lack of documentation regarding splint application for Resident #28 |
| MDS Coordinator | Reported missing completion of Resident #14's discharge MDS and later completed and submitted it |
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Routine| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing (DON) | Reported no official written policy for MDS and provided information about splint care plan and documentation |
| Staff C | Physical Therapist | Documented resident's report about splint use and walker use |
| Staff D | Occupational Therapist | Documented goals related to splint wear and recommended splint use |
| MDS Coordinator | MDS Coordinator | Reported on completion and submission of MDS assessments and missed discharge MDS for Resident #14 |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | Certified Nursing Assistant | Named in medication error finding and fall incident for Resident #1; failed to use gait belt as required |
| Staff B | Licensed Practical Nurse | Interviewed regarding Resident #1's fall and staff supervision |
| Staff C | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding Resident #1's care and gait belt use |
| Staff D | Shower Aide | Interviewed regarding gait belt use and fall incident |
| Staff E | Certified Nursing Assistant | Reported to have trained new staff and orientation practices |
| Staff F | Registered Nurse | Reported on QA Committee and Performance Improvement Plan for falls |
| Chief Nursing Officer | CNO | Conducted incident investigation, provided education, and reported on facility policies and corrective actions |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Involved in Resident #1 fall incident; failed to use gait belt; received written reprimand |
| Staff B | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Reported on gait belt use policy and supervised Staff A after incident |
| Staff C | Registered Nurse (RN) | Reported standard gait belt use and resident assistance requirements |
| Staff D | Shower Aide | Reported standard gait belt use and post-incident staff instructions |
| Staff E | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Reported training new staff and orientation process |
| Staff F | Registered Nurse (RN) | Reported Performance Improvement Plan on falls and ongoing staff education |
| Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) | Chief Nursing Officer | Wrote incident summary, reported lack of Care Plan policy, and described staff education efforts post-incident |
| Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) | Assistant Director of Nursing | Provided written education to Staff A on gait belt use |
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Re-Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) | Involved in the transfer incident and provided video education training |
| Staff B | Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) | Assisted in transfer and witnessed the sling failure |
| Staff C | Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) | Assisted in transfer of Resident #2 on 8/29/24 |
| Staff D | Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) | Assisted in transfer of Resident #2 on 8/29/24 |
| Staff E | Certified Medication Aide (CMA) | Assisted in transfer of Resident #2 on 8/29/24 |
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing (DON) | Provided statements on staff training and expectations regarding transfers |
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Annual Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | MDS Coordinator | Reported incomplete MDS assessments prior to her start date and reviewed all MDS sections for accuracy |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Self-identified concerns about MDS timeliness, confirmed staffing changes, and acknowledged failure to report fall with fracture to State |
| Staff B | Registered Nurse | Reported Resident #2 found lying on floor after fall from EZ stand |
| Staff J | Registered Nurse | Performed wound care on Resident #2 while standing in EZ stand; involved in fall incident |
| Staff C | Certified Nursing Assistant | Assisted with transfers and lowering Resident #2 during fall incidents |
| Staff F | Certified Nursing Assistant | Assisted with transfers and lowering Resident #2 during fall incidents |
| Staff G | Certified Nursing Assistant | Witnessed fall of Resident #2 from EZ stand and assisted with lowering |
| Staff E | Registered Nurse | Reported use of Hoyer lift and EZ stand for Resident #2 transfers |
| Staff K | Physical Therapist | Provided therapy recommendations for Resident #2 and advised on use of Hoyer sling |
| Staff H | Certified Medication Aide | Described proper use of EZ stand lift and safety precautions |
| Staff I | Certified Nursing Assistant | Described EZ stand lift use and safety measures |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff J | Registered Nurse (RN) | Reported and documented fall incidents involving Resident #2 and performed wound care during EZ stand use |
| Staff C | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Witnessed and assisted during fall incidents involving Resident #2 and EZ stand use |
| Staff F | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Witnessed and assisted during fall incidents involving Resident #2 and EZ stand use |
| Staff B | Registered Nurse (RN) | Reported on fall incident and EZ stand use for Resident #2 |
| Staff E | Registered Nurse (RN) | Reported on use of Hoyer and EZ stand lifts for Resident #2 |
| Staff G | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Witnessed fall incident and assisted Resident #2 during transfers |
| Staff H | Certified Medication Aide (CMA) | Described proper use of EZ stand lift and safety precautions |
| Staff I | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Described proper use of EZ stand lift and safety precautions |
| Staff K | Physical Therapist | Provided therapy recommendations for Resident #2 and described EZ stand operation |
| Director of Nursing (DON) | Director of Nursing | Reported on incident investigations, care plans, and failure to report fall with fracture to State |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | MDS Coordinator | Reported on MDS assessment process and acknowledged incomplete assessments prior to her start date |
| Director of Nursing (DON) | Director of Nursing | Reported on MDS concerns, care plan expectations, and fall incidents; acknowledged failure to report fall with fracture |
| Staff J | Registered Nurse (RN) | Provided wound care during EZ stand incident and described EZ stand use and fall incidents |
| Staff C | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Witnessed and assisted during EZ stand falls and transfers |
| Staff F | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Witnessed and assisted during EZ stand falls and transfers |
| Staff G | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Witnessed EZ stand fall and assisted resident |
| Staff K | Physical Therapist | Reported therapy recommendations for resident transfers and EZ stand use |
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Annual Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dietary Manager | Interviewed regarding expired food items and food safety procedures |
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Routine| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dietary Manager | Interviewed regarding food expiration checks and kitchen tour |
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Plan of CorrectionInspection Report
Annual Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director of Nursing | Verified discrepancies in resident assessments and acknowledged need for correction |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff B | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Named in the restraint incident involving Resident #1 and poor nursing judgment |
| Staff A | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Reported concern about gait belt restraint to Chief Nursing Officer |
| Staff C | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Observed and reported gait belt restraint incident |
| Staff D | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Observed gait belt restraint incident and did not report it |
| Staff E | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Observed gait belt restraint incident and did not report it |
| Chief Nursing Officer | CNO | Interviewed regarding the incident and acknowledged poor nursing judgment and failure to report |
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Renewal| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff C | Registered Nurse | CPR certification expired in December 2019 |
| Staff A | Dietary Aide | Served improper puree diet portions and had hairnet issues |
| Staff B | Cook | Prepared puree diet portions incorrectly |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Verified CPR certification status of Staff C |
| Dietary Manager | DM | Reported on puree scoop size and hairnet expectations |
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