Inspection Reports for
Sharon Care Center

8167 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048, United States, CA, 90048

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Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies (over 4 years) 61.8 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

1445% worse than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

120 90 60 30 0
2022
2023
2024
2025

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 5, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and to identify deficiencies related to resident care at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure adequate nutritional care for a resident at risk for dehydration and malnutrition by not fully implementing physician orders for a Restorative Nursing Aide feeding program. This failure resulted in unplanned severe weight loss and placed the resident at risk for further decline.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0692: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The facility did not implement physician orders for a Restorative Nursing Aide feeding program at breakfast and lunch for Resident 1, resulting in a 9.4% weight loss over three months.
Report Facts
Weight loss percentage: 9.4 Weight loss percentage: 10.1 Weight loss percentage: 14 Resident weight: 82.8 Resident weight: 75 Resident weight: 76 Resident weight: 80 Resident height: 62 Body Mass Index: 14.6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nursing Assistant 1Certified Nursing AssistantObserved feeding Resident 1 and reported RNA feeding program was only provided at breakfast.
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseReported facility was not following physician orders for Resident 1's RNA feeding program at lunch.
Restorative Nursing Assistant 1Restorative Nursing AssistantConfirmed RNA feeding program was not provided at lunch for Resident 1.
Registered Nurse 1Registered NurseStated facility was not following physician orders for RNA feeding program at lunch.
AdministratorFacility AdministratorStated Director of Nursing was not working on date of interview and CNAs could feed Resident 1 but are not RNAs.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 5, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, specifically focusing on nutritional care and implementation of physician orders for a restorative nursing aide feeding program.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that Resident 1, who was at risk for dehydration and malnutrition, received the ordered restorative nursing aide feeding program at both breakfast and lunch, resulting in unplanned severe weight loss of 9.4% over three months. This failure placed the resident at risk for further decline and complications related to protein-calorie malnutrition.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to implement physician orders for a Restorative Nursing Aide feeding program for breakfast and lunch, resulting in unplanned severe weight loss for Resident 1.
Report Facts
Weight loss percentage: 9.4 Weight loss percentage: 10.1 Weight loss percentage: 14 Weight in pounds: 82.8 Weight in pounds: 75 Weight in pounds: 76 Weight in pounds: 80 Height in inches: 62 Body Mass Index: 14.6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse 1Registered NurseStated the facility was not following physician orders for Resident 1's RNA feeding program.
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseStated the facility was not following physician orders for Resident 1's RNA feeding program.
Restorative Nursing Assistant 1Restorative Nursing AssistantStated she was working with other residents and not Resident 1, confirming non-compliance with feeding orders.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Nov 26, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding failure to report changes in condition, failure to develop and implement appropriate care plans, failure to meet professional standards of quality, and failure to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care for Resident 1.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on Resident 1, who was refusing to eat and care, resulting in severe dehydration, sacral pressure ulcer deterioration, and hospitalization. The investigation substantiated failures in reporting, care planning, order implementation, and pressure ulcer management. Resident 1 ultimately expired on 11/15/2025.
Findings
The facility failed to notify the physician and family about Resident 1's declining condition and refusal of care, failed to develop a comprehensive care plan including the interdisciplinary team and family, failed to carry out physician orders for labs and IV fluids, and failed to provide adequate pressure ulcer care and hygiene. These deficiencies contributed to Resident 1's severe dehydration, deterioration of a sacral pressure ulcer, hospitalization, and eventual death.

Deficiencies (4)
F580: The facility failed to report to the physician and family a significant change in Resident 1's condition related to poor oral intake and refusal of care, resulting in severe dehydration and pressure ulcer deterioration.
F657: The facility failed to develop a complete interdisciplinary care plan involving the resident and family, resulting in inadequate management of Resident 1's non-compliance with care.
F658: The facility failed to meet professional standards by not carrying out physician orders for labs and IV fluids, limiting clinical information and worsening Resident 1's condition.
F686: The facility failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent deterioration by not changing soiled briefs, not following physician orders for IV fluids and dietician consult, and not notifying family or physician of declining condition.
Report Facts
Meals consumed less than 50%: 17 IV fluid order volume: 1000 Laboratory values: Sodium 158 mmol/L, Chloride 117 mmol/L, Urea nitrogen 128.0 mg/dL, Creatinine 4.40 mg/dL, Lactate 4.1 mmol/L, WBC 16.03 Pressure ulcer size: Sacral pressure ulcer measured 3.6 cm x 2.9 cm x 0.2 cm with 70% granulation and 30% slough. Weight: 95

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN 1Registered NurseReported failure to carry out IV insertion and fluid administration orders and failure to notify physician of refusal.
DONDirector of NursingConfirmed failures in notifying physician and family, and failure to carry out physician orders.
CNA 1Certified Nursing AssistantReported Resident 1's refusal of care, poor oral intake, and soiled briefs.
TN 1Treatment NurseObserved Resident 1's non-compliance with care and soiled briefs.
TN 2Treatment NurseReported Resident 1's MASD and soiled condition during skin sweep.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Nov 26, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding failure to report changes in condition, failure to develop and revise care plans, failure to meet professional standards of quality, and failure to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care for Resident 1.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on Resident 1, who was refusing to eat and had a deteriorating sacral pressure ulcer. The facility failed to notify the physician and family about the change in condition, failed to implement physician orders, and failed to conduct proper care planning. Resident 1 was transferred to hospital with severe complications and expired on 11/15/2025.
Findings
The facility failed to notify the physician and family about Resident 1's declining condition, failed to carry out physician orders including IV fluids and lab tests, failed to conduct interdisciplinary team meetings including the resident or representative, and failed to prevent deterioration of pressure ulcers. These deficiencies contributed to Resident 1's severe dehydration, infection, and eventual death.

Deficiencies (4)
Failed to report change in condition to physician and family, resulting in severe dehydration and pressure ulcer deterioration.
Failed to develop and revise the complete care plan within 7 days of comprehensive assessment.
Failed to meet professional standards by not carrying out physician's orders for labs and IV fluids, leading to worsening health status.
Failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care, including changing soiled briefs and following physician orders, leading to ulcer deterioration and infection.
Report Facts
Meals consumed less than 50%: 17 Weight: 95 Pressure ulcer size: 3.6 Sodium level: 158 Chloride level: 117 Urea nitrogen: 128 Creatinine: 4.4 Lactate: 4.1 WBC: 16.03

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN 1Registered NurseReported that Resident 1 refused IV insertion and that physician should have been notified.
DONDirector of NursingConfirmed failure to notify physician about Resident 1's decreased oral intake and failure to carry out orders.
CNA 1Certified Nursing AssistantReported Resident 1 was confused, refused care, and ate about 25% of meals.
TN 1Treatment NurseObserved Resident 1 non-compliance with care and worsening wound condition.
FM 1Family MemberReported lack of communication from facility about Resident 1's condition and care.
FM 2Family MemberReported facility did not inform family about pressure ulcers or refusal of care.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Nov 19, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with care plan development and revision requirements, proper feeding tube care, and overall resident care standards at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility failed to update care plans for residents after significant changes in condition, including failure to revise care plans for urinary catheter management and COPD monitoring. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure proper disposal and labeling of feeding tube supplies, placing residents at risk for infection and other complications.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0657: The facility failed to revise the care plan for Resident 1 after urinary catheter removal and reinsertion, risking urinary retention, infection, hospitalization, and sepsis. The care plan for Resident 2 was not updated after hospital readmission for respiratory failure, risking inadequate respiratory management.
F 0693: The facility failed to ensure licensed nurses disposed of used feeding tube formula and tubing per policy for Resident 3, risking contamination, aspiration, infection, and compromised nutrition.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse 3Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding failure to update Resident 1's care plan for urinary catheter.
Registered Nurse 2Registered NurseInterviewed regarding care plan updates for urinary catheter and Resident 2's respiratory status.
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding care plan update policies and risks of failure to update care plans.
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding failure to dispose of feeding tube supplies for Resident 3.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Nov 19, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with care plan development and revision requirements, specifically focusing on whether care plans were updated appropriately following changes in residents' conditions, hospital readmissions, and use of medical devices such as urinary catheters and feeding tubes.

Findings
The facility failed to revise care plans for residents after significant changes in their conditions, including failure to update care plans after urinary catheter removal and reinsertion, failure to update care plans after hospital readmission for respiratory failure, and failure to properly dispose of and label feeding tube supplies. These deficiencies placed residents at risk for urinary retention, infection, sepsis, aspiration, and inadequate management of respiratory status.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to revise the care plan for Resident 1 after urinary catheter removal and reinsertion, risking urinary retention, infection, hospitalization, and sepsis.
Failure to update the care plan for Resident 2 after hospital readmission with respiratory failure, risking unmet needs and inadequate respiratory management.
Failure to ensure licensed nurses disposed of used tube feeding formula and tubing and label feeding supplies for Resident 3, risking contamination, aspiration, infection, and compromised nutrition.
Report Facts
Date of admission for Resident 1: Oct 21, 2025 Date of care plan initiation for Resident 1: Oct 22, 2025 Date of urinary catheter discontinuation order for Resident 1: Oct 27, 2025 Date of care plan for Resident 2: May 30, 2025 Date of MDS for Resident 3: Aug 20, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 3Interviewed regarding failure to update Resident 1's care plan for urinary catheter
Registered Nurse (RN) 2Interviewed regarding care plan updates for urinary catheter and Resident 2's respiratory status
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding care plan update policies and risks of failure to update care plans
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1Interviewed regarding failure to dispose of feeding tube supplies for Resident 3

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Nov 13, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to pain management for residents, specifically addressing concerns about pain medication administration for Resident 2.

Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate pain management for Resident 2 by not notifying the physician when the resident continued to experience pain after medication and requested more frequent dosing. This resulted in the resident remaining in pain and discomfort while waiting for the scheduled medication interval.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0697: The facility failed to notify a physician that Resident 2 continued to remain in pain after three to four hours of Oxycodone-Acetaminophen administration and did not report the resident's request to receive Hydromorphone-Acetaminophen every four hours instead of every six hours. These failures caused Resident 2 to remain uncomfortable and wait for the six-hour medication interval.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 Residents affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in failure to notify physician about resident's pain medication request
RNRegistered Nurse SupervisorNotified LVN 2 to notify physician about resident's pain medication request
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInformed LVN 2 to contact physician and called pain doctor to assess and adjust medication

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Nov 13, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding inadequate pain management for a resident who required such services.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on observations, interviews, and record reviews showing deficient pain management practices for Resident 2.
Findings
The facility failed to manage pain effectively for Resident 2 by not notifying the physician when the resident continued to experience pain after medication and requested more frequent dosing. This resulted in the resident remaining uncomfortable and waiting longer than appropriate for pain relief.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to notify a physician that Resident 2 continued to remain in pain after three to four hours of pain medication administration.
Failure to notify a physician that Resident 2 requested pain medication every four hours instead of every six hours for better pain relief.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 2 Pain medication dosing interval: 6 Pain medication requested dosing interval: 4

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseDid not notify physician or facility leadership about Resident 2's pain medication requests
RNRegistered Nurse SupervisorNotified LVN 2 to report Resident 2's pain medication request to physician
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInformed LVN 2 to contact physician and called pain doctor to assess and adjust medication orders

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 29, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with regulations regarding transportation arrangements for residents attending outside medical appointments, specifically chemotherapy treatment.

Findings
The facility failed to arrange transportation in advance for a resident's chemotherapy appointment, resulting in transportation being booked only on the day of the appointment. This failure had the potential to cause the resident to miss the chemotherapy treatment.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0774: The facility failed to assist and make transportation arrangements for recurring chemotherapy appointments for one resident. Transportation was not booked until the day of the appointment, risking missed treatment.
Report Facts
Residents Affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse SupervisorAcknowledged the lack of transportation booking for the resident's chemotherapy appointment.
Facility AdministratorAdmitted that transportation was not booked until the day of the appointment.
Director of NursingAdmitted that the resident reminded the facility about the chemotherapy appointment on the day of the appointment.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 29, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with regulations regarding transportation arrangements for residents attending outside medical appointments, specifically chemotherapy treatment.

Findings
The facility failed to assist and make transportation arrangements for recurring chemotherapy appointments for one sampled resident, which had the potential to result in the resident missing treatment. The facility acknowledged that transportation was not booked until the day of the appointment, contrary to policy.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to assist and make transportation arrangements for recurring chemotherapy appointments for one resident.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 Appointment date: Apr 21, 2025 Physician order date: Mar 10, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse SupervisorAcknowledged lack of transportation booking for Resident 1
Facility AdministratorAdmitted transportation was not booked until day of appointment
Director of NursingAdmitted Resident 1 reminded facility about chemotherapy appointment

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 15 Date: Apr 13, 2025

Visit Reason
Routine inspection of Sharon Care Center to assess compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Findings
The facility had multiple deficiencies including failure to ensure proper medication administration, inadequate care planning, unsafe environmental conditions, improper pressure ulcer care, unsafe medication storage, infection control lapses, and nonfunctional call light systems.

Deficiencies (15)
F 0554: The facility failed to assess and ensure Resident 11 had an order to self-administer medication, risking over or under medication.
F 0561: The facility failed to provide warm water for Resident 2 to make tea during meals, risking unmet preferences and frustration.
F 0584: The facility failed to maintain a homelike environment for Resident 2 due to chipped paint on the wall.
F 0656: The facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan for Resident 37's hearing impairment.
F 0686: The facility failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care for Residents 28, 35, and 71 by not maintaining or properly setting low air loss mattresses.
F 0689: The facility failed to ensure a safe environment by placing an electrical extension cord in residents' walk area, risking falls for Residents 48 and 11.
F 0690: The facility failed to notify the physician of sediment in Resident 51's indwelling catheter, risking urinary tract infection.
F 0693: The facility failed to label and date the feeding tube syringe for Resident 35, risking infection and complications.
F 0698: The facility failed to provide an emergency kit at Resident 125's bedside for dialysis care, risking delayed response to bleeding emergencies.
F 0726: The facility failed to ensure CNAs did not apply prescription medication triamcinolone acetonide ointment to Resident 11 without an order.
F 0761: The facility failed to properly store medications for Residents 62 and 52, leaving medications unsecured at bedside.
F 0812: The facility failed to store food safely; unlabeled sandwiches and expired butter cups were found, and sanitizer concentration in dishwasher was inadequate.
F 0880: The facility failed to keep Resident 23's urinal away from food, risking infection.
F 0912: The facility failed to ensure 14 multi-bed rooms met minimum space requirements of 80 square feet per resident.
F 0919: The facility failed to ensure Resident 2's call light functioned properly, risking inability to call for assistance.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 3 Residents affected: 2 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 2 Residents affected: 1 Rooms: 14 Residents affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 4Certified Nursing AssistantApplied medication without order to Resident 11
RN 3Registered NurseStated Resident 11 needed a doctor's order for medication
LVN 4Licensed Vocational NurseObserved leaking low air loss mattress for Resident 28
RN 4Registered NurseObserved improper mattress setting for Resident 71
Maintenance DirectorReported unsafe extension cord placement
DONDirector of NursingCommented on medication safety, mattress settings, extension cord hazard, emergency kit absence, and call light importance
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseReported Resident 2's call light was not working
LVN 3Licensed Vocational NurseDiscussed importance of notifying physician about catheter sediment
RN 1Registered NurseReviewed catheter sediment order and notification failure
RN 1Registered NurseDiscussed feeding tube syringe labeling and infection risk
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseReported absence of emergency kit for Resident 125
LVN 3Licensed Vocational NurseExplained emergency kit use for AV shunt bleeding
RN 4Registered NurseObserved medication left unsecured at bedside for Resident 62
LVNLicensed Vocational NurseReported medication left unsecured at bedside for Resident 52
LVN 6Licensed Vocational NurseObserved urinal next to food for Resident 23
Maintenance SupervisorReported call light maintenance schedule and importance

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 15 Date: Apr 13, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, safety, medication administration, infection control, and facility environment at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including medication administration without proper orders, failure to provide warm water for resident preferences, inadequate care planning for hearing impairment, improper pressure ulcer prevention measures, unsafe environmental hazards, failure to notify physicians of catheter sediment, unlabeled feeding tube syringes, lack of emergency dialysis kits, improper medication storage, food safety violations, infection control lapses, inadequate room space for residents, and malfunctioning call light systems.

Deficiencies (15)
Failed to assess and ensure Resident 11 had an order to self-administer medication triamcinolone acetonide ointment.
Failed to provide warm water for Resident 2 to make tea during meals.
Failed to provide a homelike environment due to chipped paint on Resident 2's room walls.
Failed to develop a comprehensive care plan for Resident 37 who had a hard time hearing.
Failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care by not ensuring properly functioning low air loss mattresses and correct weight settings for Residents 28, 35, and 71.
Failed to provide a safe environment by placing an electrical extension cord in residents' walk area (Residents 48 and 11).
Failed to notify physician of sediment in Resident 51's indwelling catheter.
Failed to label and date feeding tube syringe for Resident 35.
Failed to have emergency dialysis kit with necessary supplies at Resident 125's bedside.
Certified Nursing Assistant 4 and other CNAs applied prescription medication triamcinolone acetonide ointment without a doctor's order for Resident 11.
Failed to properly store medications for Residents 62 and 52; medications were left unsecured on bedside tables.
Failed to store food properly; unlabeled sandwiches and expired butter cups found in kitchen refrigerator; dishwashing machine sanitizer concentration inadequate.
Failed to keep Resident 23's urinal away from food, risking contamination and infection.
Failed to ensure 14 of 33 multiple resident rooms met minimum space requirements of 80 square feet per resident.
Call light in Resident 2's room was not functioning properly, preventing the resident from signaling for assistance.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 3 Room measurements: 228.26 Room measurements: 229 Room measurements: 237 Room measurements: 233 Room measurements: 234 Room measurements: 237 Room measurements: 230 Room measurements: 234 Room measurements: 216 Room measurements: 225.7 Room measurements: 239.28 Room measurements: 236.54 Room measurements: 239.71

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 4Certified Nursing AssistantApplied medication ointment without order to Resident 11
RN 3Registered NurseStated Resident 11 did not have order for ointment and CNAs not allowed to administer
LVN 4Licensed Vocational NurseObserved leaking low air loss mattress for Resident 28
RN 4Registered NurseObserved improper mattress setting for Resident 71 and medication left at bedside
Maintenance DirectorReported unsafe extension cord placement and chip paint issue
Director of NursingDONStated medication should not be left at bedside and emergency dialysis kit needed
LVN 3Licensed Vocational NurseExplained importance of emergency dialysis kit
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseReported call light not working for Resident 2
Maintenance SupervisorReported weekly call light checks
RN 1Registered NurseReviewed feeding tube syringe labeling and catheter sediment notification
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseReported lack of emergency dialysis kit at Resident 125's bedside
LVN 6Licensed Vocational NurseNoted urinal next to food for Resident 23
RN 1Registered NurseReported medication left at bedside for Resident 52
RN 4Registered NurseObserved medication left at bedside for Resident 62

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 21, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding the facility's failure to ensure that a sampled resident's (Resident 3) as needed (PRN) psychotropic medication had a documented 14-day limit for administration.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that Resident 3's PRN Seroquel orders did not have the required 14-day stop date. The psychiatrist confirmed she did not order the PRN medication and typically discontinues such orders. The Director of Nursing and Pharmacy Consultant agreed the PRN order should have a 14-day stop. The facility policy requires PRN psychotropic orders to be limited to 14 days unless documented otherwise.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure Resident 3's PRN psychotropic medication orders had a required 14-day stop date, resulting in an increased risk to the resident's mental and psychosocial well-being. Interviews and record reviews confirmed that the PRN orders for Seroquel lacked the 14-day limit and were not properly discontinued.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0758: The facility failed to ensure one sampled resident's PRN psychotropic medication had a documented 14-day limit for administration. This failure caused an increased risk in Resident 3's mental and psychosocial well-being.
Report Facts
Medication dosage: 25 Medication dosage: 50

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Psychiatrist (PSYMD)Interviewed regarding PRN Seroquel orders for Resident 3
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed and reviewed medication orders for Resident 3
Pharmacy ConsultantInterviewed regarding PRN medication stop date requirements

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 21, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with regulations regarding the use of psychotropic medications, specifically focusing on whether PRN psychotropic medication orders had a documented 14-day limit for administration.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that one sampled resident's (Resident 3) PRN psychotropic medication order had a documented 14-day stop date, resulting in an increased risk to the resident's mental and psychosocial well-being. Interviews and record reviews confirmed that the PRN Seroquel orders lacked the required 14-day limit and were not discontinued as per facility policy.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure PRN psychotropic medication had a documented 14-day limit for administration for Resident 3.
Report Facts
Medication dosage: 25 Medication dosage: 50 Dates: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Psychiatrist (PSYMD)Interviewed regarding PRN Seroquel orders for Resident 3
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed and reviewed medication orders for Resident 3
Pharmacy ConsultantInterviewed regarding PRN order requirements for Seroquel

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Mar 12, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to properly assess and document PASARR screening and to notify physicians after significant changes in condition for a resident with mental illness.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on Resident 1's mental health assessments and care. The PASARR Level I screening was incomplete, and the facility did not complete the required Level II assessment. The facility also failed to notify the physician after significant changes in Resident 1's condition and did not update care plans accordingly. These failures contributed to Resident 1's behavioral escalation and hospitalization.
Findings
The facility failed to complete a required PASARR Level II assessment for Resident 1, resulting in inadequate mental health follow-up. Additionally, the facility did not notify the physician after significant changes in Resident 1's condition, failed to update care plans after changes in behavior, and lacked specific interventions for medication monitoring, leading to escalation of behaviors and hospitalization.

Deficiencies (3)
F0645: The facility failed to ensure staff properly assessed and documented PASARR screening for Resident 1, resulting in no PASARR Level II assessment and follow-up.
F0646: The facility failed to notify a physician after a significant change in Resident 1's mental or physical condition, leading to increased behavioral symptoms and hospitalization.
F0656: The facility failed to develop and implement a complete care plan for Resident 1, including updating the care plan after changes in condition and specifying interventions for schizophrenia medication monitoring.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 3 Medication dosage: 250 Medication dosage: 50

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Admitted the PASARR Level I evaluation was inaccurate and that the physician was not notified of Resident 1's change in condition.
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseAdmitted that care plans must be initiated or updated after changes in condition and confirmed the care plan for Seroquel lacked specific interventions.
Minimal Data Set NurseMDS NurseStated that PASARR Level I and II assessments are required and confirmed Resident 1 should have had a Level II due to schizophrenia diagnosis.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Mar 12, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to properly assess and document Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) for residents with serious mental illness, failure to notify a physician after a significant change in condition, and failure to develop and implement a complete care plan for a resident with behavioral symptoms.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on Resident 1, who had diagnoses including schizophrenia and mood disorder. The facility failed to complete PASARR Level II screening, notify the physician after significant behavioral changes, and update the care plan accordingly. Resident 1 exhibited verbal aggression and agitation, resulting in a 5150 psychiatric hold and transfer to General Acute Care Hospital (GACH). The Director of Nursing and other staff acknowledged these failures during interviews.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure accurate PASARR screening and follow-up for Resident 1, did not notify a physician after a significant change in Resident 1's mental and physical condition, and failed to update and implement a comprehensive care plan addressing Resident 1's behavioral symptoms and medication interventions. These deficiencies contributed to Resident 1's behavioral escalation and hospitalization.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to ensure staff properly assessed and documented PASARR screening for Resident 1, resulting in no PASRR II assessment and follow-up.
Failure to notify a physician after a significant change in Resident 1's mental or physical condition, leading to increased behavioral symptoms and hospital admission.
Failure to develop and implement a complete care plan for Resident 1, including failure to update care plan after changes in condition and lack of specific interventions for medication monitoring.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 3 Medication dosage: 250 Medication dosage: 50 Medication dosage: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of Nursing (DON)Admitted PASARR evaluation was inaccurate and that physician notification was not done; confirmed care plan should have been updated
Minimal Data Set Nurse (MDSN)Confirmed PASARR requirements and care plan expectations
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseAdmitted lack of documented physician notification and care plan updates

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 8 Date: Mar 5, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a standard annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and evaluate the quality of care provided to residents at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for residents, specifically for pain management and fracture care. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure proper assessment and monitoring of a resident's leg splint, provide sufficient nursing staff to meet resident needs, and deliver scheduled showers to residents as required.

Deficiencies (8)
F 0656: The facility failed to develop and implement a baseline care plan for Resident 1's pain management and left lower leg fracture with splint, contrary to policy requiring baseline care plans within 48 hours of admission.
F 0656: The facility failed to address underlying causes of pain using pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches and specific strategies to prevent or minimize pain-related symptoms.
F 0656: The facility failed to develop a comprehensive interdisciplinary plan of care for skin integrity management including prevention and wound treatments.
F 0686: The facility failed to ensure assessment and monitoring of Resident 1's left lower leg splint, risking complications such as skin breakdown and compartment syndrome.
F 0725: The facility failed to provide sufficient nursing staff to meet resident needs, resulting in Resident 1 waiting over three hours for incontinence care and Residents 4 and 5 not receiving scheduled showers.
F 0725: The facility failed to provide scheduled showers to Residents 4 and 5 as documented in the shower schedule and resident ADL flowsheets.
F 0725: The facility failed to ensure prompt assistance with basic care for Resident 1, violating policies on activities of daily living support.
F 0725: The facility failed to promote cleanliness and observe resident skin condition as required by policies on bathing and showering.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 5 Residents affected: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingVerified missing care plans and documentation related to Resident 1's pain management and leg splint assessment.
Certified Nursing Assistant 1Certified Nursing AssistantReported delays in assisting Resident 1 and inability to shower Resident 4 due to workload.
Certified Nursing Assistant 2Certified Nursing AssistantReported inability to shower Resident 5 due to having too many residents assigned.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Mar 5, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding failure to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan, inadequate pressure ulcer care and monitoring, and insufficient nursing staff to meet residents' needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found substantiated deficiencies related to care planning, pressure ulcer prevention, and staffing adequacy affecting multiple residents.
Findings
The facility failed to develop and implement baseline care plans for pain management and fracture care for Resident 1, did not ensure proper assessment and monitoring of Resident 1's left lower leg splint, and failed to provide sufficient nursing staff to assist residents with basic care and scheduled showers, affecting Residents 1, 4, and 5.

Deficiencies (4)
Failed to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for Resident 1's pain management and left lower leg fracture with splint.
Failed to ensure assessment and monitoring of the left lower leg splint for Resident 1.
Failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Failed to provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift, resulting in delays in basic care and missed scheduled showers for Residents 1, 4, and 5.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 5 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 3 Wait time: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingVerified missing care plans and documentation, and acknowledged staffing issues.
Certified Nursing Assistant 1Certified Nursing AssistantReported delays in assisting Resident 1 and inability to shower Resident 4 due to workload.
Certified Nursing Assistant 2Certified Nursing AssistantReported inability to shower Resident 5 due to workload.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jan 31, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding the facility's failure to ensure licensed nurses had the skills and knowledge to identify a change in condition for a resident with critically low platelet counts and to ensure timely physician notification.

Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-driven, focusing on the facility's failure to respond appropriately to critical lab results for Resident 1. The complaint was substantiated as the facility delayed emergency transfer and physician notification.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure nurses recognized and acted promptly on critically low platelet counts for Resident 1, resulting in delayed transfer to acute care and increased risk of bleeding. The physician was not immediately informed of critical lab results, contributing to Resident 1's death seven days later.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0726: The facility failed to ensure licensed nurses had the skills and knowledge to identify a change in condition for Resident 1 with a critically low platelet count of 33,000. The physician was not informed immediately when the critical lab result was received, delaying transfer to acute care.
Report Facts
Platelet count: 33000 Platelet count: 35000 Resident death: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding notification procedures for critical lab results.
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed about emergency transfer protocols for critically low labs.
DONDirector of NursingInterviewed about facility policies and decisions regarding Resident 1's care.
MD 1Medical DoctorInterviewed about physician orders and awareness of critical lab results.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jan 31, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to ensure licensed nurses had the skills and knowledge to identify a change in condition for a resident with critically low platelet counts and to notify the physician immediately, which resulted in delayed transfer and risk of harm.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility did not promptly notify the physician or transfer Resident 1 emergently despite critically low platelet counts, resulting in delayed hospital transfer and increased risk of bleeding. Resident 1 died seven days later at the hospital.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure timely recognition and communication of critically low platelet counts for Resident 1, resulting in delayed transfer to a hospital and increased risk of spontaneous bleeding. Interviews with nursing staff and the Director of Nursing revealed lapses in following emergency protocols and notification procedures. The resident subsequently died seven days after transfer.

Deficiencies (2)
Licensed nurses lacked skills and knowledge to identify a change in condition for Resident 1 with critically low platelet count.
Failure to immediately inform the physician when critically low platelet count was reported.
Report Facts
Platelet count: 33000 Platelet count: 35000 Resident death timeframe: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding notification procedures and emergency response
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding emergency protocols for critically low lab results
DONDirector of NursingInterviewed about notification and transfer decisions for Resident 1
MD 1Medical DoctorInterviewed about orders for emergent transfer and notification of critical lab results

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jan 29, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with food service and dietary regulations, including honoring resident food preferences and ensuring cleanliness and safety of food service equipment.

Findings
The facility failed to honor food preferences for two residents by providing only canned fruits instead of fresh fruits. Additionally, the facility did not ensure that dinnerware and food service equipment were clean and in good condition, including stained cups, worn coffee pot lids, and improperly changed water pitchers.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0806: The facility failed to provide food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences by giving two residents canned fruits instead of their preferred fresh fruits.
F 0812: The facility failed to ensure dinnerware and food service equipment were clean and in good condition, including stained cups, worn coffee pot lids, and untimely changed water pitchers, risking cross contamination or drink safety issues.
Report Facts
Number of water pitchers on floor per day: 78

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dietary ManagerInterviewed regarding food preferences and food service equipment cleanliness.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 4Interviewed about cleanliness concerns of resident cups and water pitchers.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 5Interviewed about cleanliness concerns of resident cups.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 6Interviewed about cleanliness concerns of resident cups.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jan 29, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with food service and dietary regulations, including honoring resident food preferences and ensuring cleanliness and safety of food service equipment.

Findings
The facility failed to honor food preferences for two residents by providing only canned fruits instead of fresh fruits. Additionally, the facility did not ensure that dinnerware and food service equipment were clean and in good condition, including stained cups, worn coffee pot lids, and improperly changed water pitchers.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to honor food preferences for two residents, resulting in only canned fruits being provided instead of fresh fruits.
Failure to ensure dinnerware and food service equipment were clean and in good condition, including stained cups, cloudy glasses, worn coffee pot lids, and untimely changed water pitchers.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 2 Residents affected: 3 Water pitchers on floor: 78 Water pitchers on floor: 80

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dietary ManagerInterviewed regarding fresh fruit availability and food service equipment conditions
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 4Interviewed regarding cleanliness of cups and water pitcher observations
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 5Interviewed regarding cleanliness of cups
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 6Interviewed regarding cleanliness of cups

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Jan 14, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements for nursing home care.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for residents, ensuring employee performance evaluations and competency checklists were completed, and obtaining documented consent for psychotropic medications. These deficiencies posed minimal harm or potential for actual harm to residents.

Deficiencies (4)
F 0656: The facility failed to develop and implement a complete care plan for Resident 3's bipolar disorder and psychotropic medications, lacking measurable goals, interventions, or monitoring.
F 0726: The facility failed to ensure one Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 1) had a yearly performance evaluation since hire, increasing risk to resident safety.
F 0730: The facility failed to ensure one Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA 2) had a yearly skills competency checklist, risking employees lacking safe and quality care skills.
F 0758: The facility failed to obtain documented consent for psychotropic medications for Resident 3, risking lack of resident education about the medication.
Report Facts
Residents Affected: 1 Employees Affected: 1 Employees Affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Minimum Data Set Nurse (MDSN)Interviewed regarding lack of care plan for Resident 3
Administrator (ADM)Interviewed regarding psychiatrist visits and missing employee evaluations
Psychiatrist (Psych)Interviewed regarding Resident 3 admission and medication oversight
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding care plan responsibilities and employee evaluations
Registered Nurse (RN 1)Interviewed regarding consent for psychotropic medications
Medical Records Department (MRD)Interviewed regarding consent documentation for psychotropic medications

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Jan 14, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to care planning, employee performance evaluations, nurse aide competencies, and psychotropic medication consent at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan for a resident with bipolar disorder and psychotropic medication, lacked yearly performance evaluations for a licensed vocational nurse, did not maintain a yearly skills competency checklist for a certified nurse assistant, and failed to obtain documented consent for psychotropic medications for the resident. These deficiencies posed minimal harm or potential for actual harm to a few residents.

Deficiencies (4)
Failed to develop and implement a complete care plan addressing bipolar disorder and psychotropic medications for Resident 3.
One Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 1) employee file lacked a yearly performance evaluation.
One Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA 2) employee file lacked a yearly skills competency checklist.
Resident 3 did not have a documented consent for psychotropic medications.
Report Facts
Date of survey completion: Jan 14, 2025 Date of hire: Sep 22, 2022 Date of hire: Mar 12, 2024 MDS assessment date: Dec 31, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in deficiency for lacking yearly performance evaluation
CNA 2Certified Nurse AssistantNamed in deficiency for lacking yearly skills competency checklist
RN 1Registered NurseStated admitting nurse responsibility to obtain consent for psychotropic medications
PsychiatristPsychiatristVisited facility monthly but was unaware of Resident 3 admission
Director of NursingDirector of NursingConfirmed deficiencies related to care plan, employee evaluations, and consents
AdministratorAdministratorConfirmed missing employee evaluations and skills checklists

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Nov 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to properly report and investigate a resident-to-resident abuse incident involving two residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved a resident-to-resident abuse incident between Resident 1 and Resident 7. The incident was not reported to authorities, not investigated, and residents were not separated timely. The facility administrator did not report the incident because there was no injury and it was considered just an argument.
Findings
The facility failed to follow its abuse policy and procedures for two residents involved in a resident-to-resident abuse incident. The incident was not reported to the state licensing office, police, or ombudsman, was not investigated, and the residents were not separated in a timely manner.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0609: The facility failed to timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and failed to report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The resident-to-resident abuse incident was not reported to state licensing, police, or ombudsman, was not investigated, and residents were not separated promptly.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 10 Date of survey completed: Nov 26, 2024 Date of incident: Nov 1, 2024 Days until room change: 11

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Case ManagerResponded to the argument between residents and separated them; endorsed situation to RN supervisor and CN.
Facility AdministratorDiscussed the incident and decided not to report it as there was no injury.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Nov 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to properly follow abuse policy and procedures related to a resident-to-resident abuse incident involving two residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on an incident between Resident 1 and Resident 7 involving resident-to-resident abuse. The facility failed to report the incident to the state licensing/certification office, police, and ombudsman, did not investigate the incident, and did not separate the residents promptly. Both residents initially refused room changes. The facility administrator did not report the incident, considering it only an argument without injury.
Findings
The facility failed to timely report a resident-to-resident abuse incident to the state licensing office, police, and ombudsman, did not investigate the incident, and did not separate the residents in a timely manner. The incident involved two residents arguing and attempting to strike each other, with delayed room changes and no official reporting or investigation.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and failure to report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Report Facts
Date of survey completion: Nov 26, 2024 Number of residents sampled: 10 Room change delay: 11

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Case ManagerResponded to argument between residents, separated them, offered room changes, and notified RN supervisor and CN
Facility AdministratorDiscussed the incident and stated it was just an argument with no injury and did not think it should be reported

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following complaints regarding the facility's failure to correctly identify residents during transportation and failure to provide appropriate care after a resident fall.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that Resident 2 was mistakenly transported to a skilled nursing facility instead of an ophthalmologist appointment due to misidentification. Resident 2 was upset and missed the appointment. Additionally, Resident 1 had a fall during the night shift on 10/16/24, but the fall was not documented immediately, and the physician was not notified promptly.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure correct resident identification resulting in a resident being transported to the wrong location and missing a medical appointment. Additionally, the facility failed to assess a resident immediately after a fall and notify the physician and responsible party in a timely manner.

Deficiencies (2)
F0658: The facility failed to ensure residents were correctly identified, resulting in Resident 2 being transported to the wrong location and missing an ophthalmologist appointment on 10/16/24.
F0684: The facility failed to assess Resident 1 immediately after a fall on 10/16/24 and did not notify the physician or responsible party promptly, resulting in delayed care.
Report Facts
Date of fall: Oct 16, 2024 Date of missed appointment: Oct 16, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding transportation error and fall notification
RNS 1Registered Nurse SupervisorInterviewed regarding resident misidentification and transportation error
DONDirector of NursingParticipated in exit conference and discussed findings
ADMAdministratorParticipated in exit conference and discussed transportation issue

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding the facility's failure to correctly identify residents during transportation and failure to provide appropriate care following a resident's fall.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that Resident 2 was mistakenly transported to a skilled nursing facility instead of an ophthalmologist appointment due to confusion over residents with the same first name. Resident 2 missed the appointment and was upset. Additionally, Resident 1 had a fall during the night shift that was not documented immediately, and the physician was not notified promptly.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure correct resident identification during transportation, resulting in Resident 2 being taken to the wrong location and missing an ophthalmologist appointment. Additionally, the facility failed to assess Resident 1 immediately after a fall and did not notify the physician or responsible party promptly.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to ensure residents are correctly identified for transportation, resulting in Resident 2 being taken to the wrong location and missing an appointment.
Failed to assess Resident 1 immediately after a fall and notify the physician and responsible party.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 5 Residents sampled: 4 Date of fall: 16 Date of missed appointment: 16

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding transportation error and fall notification.
RNS 1Registered Nurse SupervisorInterviewed regarding transportation error involving residents with the same first name.
DONDirector of NursingParticipated in exit conference and discussed transportation and fall notification issues.
ADMAdministratorParticipated in exit conference and discussed transportation error.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Sep 25, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident assessments, pressure ulcer care, and wound management at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure quarterly Braden scale assessments for a resident with pressure ulcers and did not develop or revise care plans appropriately for the resident's wounds, including a Stage IV pressure ulcer and vascular wounds. These deficiencies increased the risk of worsening skin integrity and delayed healing.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0638: The facility failed to ensure one resident with pressure ulcers was assessed quarterly using the Braden scale, missing the required assessment on 8/15/2024. This increased the risk of not detecting significant changes in skin integrity.
F 0686: The facility failed to develop or revise care plans for a resident's right lateral leg vascular wound and sacral coccyx pressure ulcer when reclassified to Stage IV, and care plans lacked necessary interventions to promote wound healing.
Report Facts
Braden scale score: 8 Deficiencies cited: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
TN 1Treatment NurseInterviewed regarding Resident 1's wound care and care plan deficiencies
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding missing Braden scale assessment and care plan revisions for Resident 1

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Sep 25, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulations related to resident assessments and pressure ulcer care, focusing on whether the facility properly updated assessments and care plans for residents with pressure ulcers.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that one sampled resident with pressure ulcers had quarterly Braden scale assessments completed and that care plans were properly developed and revised to reflect changes in wound status. This included failure to develop a care plan for a new vascular wound and failure to revise the care plan when a pressure ulcer was reclassified to Stage IV. These deficiencies posed an increased risk of worsening skin integrity and delayed healing.

Deficiencies (4)
Failure to ensure quarterly Braden scale assessment for Resident 1 with pressure ulcers.
Failure to develop a care plan for Resident 1's right lateral leg vascular wound.
Failure to revise the care plan for Resident 1's sacral coccyx pressure ulcer when reclassified from unstageable to Stage IV.
Failure to include appropriate interventions in care plans for sacral coccyx pressure ulcer and right lateral heel vascular wound.
Report Facts
Braden scale score: 8 Dates of assessments and notes: MDS dated 4/15/2024, admission 4/19/2024, wound specialist notes 4/23/2024, 6/18/2024, 9/3/2024, care plan initiated 4/25/2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding missing Braden scale assessment and care plan deficiencies
Treatment Nurse 1Treatment Nurse (TN) 1Interviewed regarding wound care and care plan deficiencies for Resident 1

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 14, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding alleged verbal abuse by a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA 1) toward Resident 1 on 8/12/2024.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation substantiated that CNA 1 verbally abused Resident 1 by using derogatory language on 8/12/2024. Resident 1 and Resident 2 both reported hearing the derogatory word. CNA 1 admitted to responding with the derogatory term after being called the same by Resident 1. The Director of Nursing and Administrator confirmed the inappropriate use of language violated facility policy.
Findings
The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from verbal abuse when CNA 1 used a derogatory word during a conversation about the resident's socks. Multiple interviews and observations confirmed the use of inappropriate language by CNA 1, constituting verbal abuse with potential mental anguish to Resident 1.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0600: The facility failed to protect residents from verbal abuse when CNA 1 used a derogatory word toward Resident 1 on 8/12/2024, causing potential mental anguish.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Certified Nurse AssistantNamed in verbal abuse finding involving Resident 1 on 8/12/2024.
RN 1Registered NurseWitnessed and reported the verbal exchange between Resident 1 and CNA 1.
Director of NursingDirector of NursingReviewed statements and confirmed inappropriate language use by CNA 1.
AdministratorFacility AdministratorReviewed facility policy and confirmed CNA 1's communication was not effective and violated abuse prohibition policy.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 14, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding alleged verbal abuse by a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA 1) toward Resident 1 on 8/12/2024.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated based on interviews, observations, and record reviews confirming verbal abuse by CNA 1 toward Resident 1 on 8/12/2024. The Director of Nursing and Administrator acknowledged the inappropriate communication and reviewed facility policies on abuse prohibition.
Findings
The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from verbal abuse when CNA 1 used a derogatory word during an interaction about the resident's socks. Multiple interviews and observations confirmed the use of inappropriate language by CNA 1, which caused Resident 1 mental anguish. The facility's policies prohibit such verbal abuse and require effective communication.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to protect Resident 1 from verbal abuse by CNA 1 using a derogatory word on 8/12/2024.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Certified Nurse AssistantNamed in verbal abuse finding involving use of derogatory language toward Resident 1.
RN 1Registered NurseWitnessed and reported the verbal altercation between Resident 1 and CNA 1.
Director of NursingDirector of NursingReviewed RN 1's statement and commented on the inappropriate use of derogatory words by CNA 1.
AdministratorAdministratorReviewed facility policy on abuse prohibition and stated CNA 1's communication was not effective.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jul 11, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaints regarding billing for a single room when another resident was on bed hold, failure to follow Registered Dietician recommendations for G-tube feeding formula changes, and inadequate care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings related to G-tube dislodgement.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation substantiated that Resident 2 was incorrectly billed for a single room while another resident was on bed hold in the same room. It also found delays in implementing dietitian recommendations for Resident 1's G-tube feeding and failures in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings related to G-tube dislodgements.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure Resident 2 was not billed for a single room while another resident was on bed hold in the same room. The facility also delayed following dietitian recommendations for Resident 1's G-tube feeding formula for 51 days, resulting in weight loss. Additionally, the facility did not develop timely care plans or conduct interdisciplinary team meetings after multiple G-tube dislodgements for Resident 1.

Deficiencies (3)
F 0550: The facility failed to ensure Resident 2 was not billed for a single room during the time another resident was on bed hold in the same room, resulting in the resident not receiving the single room they were paying for.
F 0692: The facility failed to follow Registered Dietician recommendations to change Resident 1's G-tube feeding formula for 51 days, causing the resident to lose six pounds (4% of their weight).
F 0693: The facility failed to develop an initial and revised care plan for G-tube dislodgement and did not complete timely interdisciplinary team meetings after G-tube dislodgements for Resident 1, resulting in seven instances of G-tube dislodgement requiring replacement.
Report Facts
Amount due: 5684 Days delayed: 51 Weight loss (pounds): 6 Weight loss (percentage): 4 G-tube dislodgement instances: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Business Office AssistantProvided information on Resident 2's billing and refund
Director of NursingVerified census data, dietitian recommendations, G-tube dislodgement records, and care planning deficiencies

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jul 11, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident billing practices, nutritional care, and feeding tube management at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure proper billing for a single room when another resident was on bed hold, delayed following dietitian recommendations for gastrostomy feeding formula changes resulting in weight loss, and did not develop or timely revise care plans and interdisciplinary team meetings for feeding tube dislodgements, leading to multiple replacements.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to ensure one resident was not billed for a single room during the time another resident was on bed hold in the same room.
Failed to follow Registered Dietician recommendations to change gastrostomy feeding formula, resulting in delayed changes and resident weight loss.
Failed to develop and revise care plans for G-tube dislodgement and failed to complete timely interdisciplinary team meetings after dislodgement.
Report Facts
Amount due: 5684 Weight loss: 6 Days delay: 51 G-tube dislodgement instances: 7 Hospital transfers: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingVerified census data, feeding formula notes, G-tube dislodgement records, and care plan deficiencies
Business Office AssistantBusiness Office AssistantProvided information on billing process and confirmed lack of documentation for single room agreement

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 13 Date: Jun 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with federal regulations regarding resident care, safety, medication management, hospice services, facility environment, and staff competencies.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to provide required notices to residents regarding Medicare coverage, inadequate follow-up on missing resident property, failure to notify the Ombudsman of resident transfers, lack of care plans for medications, delays in physician consultations, failure to follow medication orders, inadequate fall prevention measures, failure to monitor and address severe weight loss, incomplete staff competency evaluations, lack of informed consent for psychotropic medications, failure to rotate insulin injection sites, expired medication storage, unsanitary food storage conditions, incomplete hospice documentation, insufficient resident room space, and call light accessibility issues.

Deficiencies (13)
Failure to provide Skilled Nursing Facility Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage (SNF ABN) to residents 11 and 55.
Failure to follow up on missing eyeglasses for Resident 13 after resident informed staff.
Failure to send Notice of Transfer/Discharge Form to the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman for Resident 8.
Failure to develop a person-centered care plan for Lexapro medication for Resident 27.
Failure to implement timely orthopedic consultation and follow-up for Resident 69 and failure to obtain orders for Testosterone injections for Resident 80.
Failure to provide fall mat as per care plan for Resident 30 at risk for falls.
Failure to monitor weekly weights and provide nutritional interventions including frozen treats for Resident 68 experiencing severe weight loss.
Failure to perform staff competencies upon hire and annually for three staff members (CNA 8, CNA 10, LVN 4).
Failure to rotate insulin injection sites for Residents 21 and 75, risking bruising, pain, and lipohypertrophy.
Failure to remove expired medication (Meropenem) from medication storage room.
Failure to maintain integrated hospice binder including certification of terminal illness, hospice visit calendar, nursing notes, and specific hospice care plan for Resident 38.
Failure to ensure 14 multi-bed resident rooms met minimum space requirements of 80 square feet per resident.
Failure to ensure call light was within reach for Resident 8 in bed.
Report Facts
Resident weight: 109 Resident weight: 94.5 Weight loss percentage: 10.9 Number of residents in deficient rooms: 14 Number of beds in deficient rooms: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN 2Registered NurseInterviewed regarding psychotropic medication consent and hospice care
DONDirector of NursingProvided multiple interviews regarding deficiencies including call light, medication rotation, hospice documentation, and staff competencies
RN 1Registered NurseInterviewed regarding weight monitoring and expired medication
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseObserved administering medications and interviewed about insulin injection site rotation
CNA 4Certified Nursing AssistantObserved assisting resident and interviewed about room space
DSDDirector of Staff DevelopmentInterviewed regarding staff competency evaluations
RN 7Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding follow-up on Testosterone orders
PharmDPharmacistInterviewed regarding insulin injection site rotation
RN 8Registered NurseInterviewed regarding missing eyeglasses follow-up

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 15 Date: Jun 6, 2024

Visit Reason
Routine state inspection of Sharon Care Center to assess compliance with healthcare regulations and resident care standards.

Findings
The facility had multiple deficiencies including failure to provide required Medicare notices, missing follow-up on resident personal items, incomplete care plans, delayed physician orders, medication errors, unsanitary food storage, incomplete hospice documentation, inadequate room space, and call light accessibility issues.

Deficiencies (15)
F 0582: Facility failed to provide Skilled Nursing Facility Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage (SNF ABN) to two residents, potentially impacting informed decisions about care.
F 0584: Facility failed to follow up on missing eyeglasses for one resident, risking non-replacement of personal items.
F 0623: Facility failed to send Notice of Transfer/Discharge Form to Ombudsman for one resident, risking unsafe discharge and denial of appeal rights.
F 0656: Facility failed to develop a person-centered care plan for Lexapro medication for one resident, risking inadequate care.
F 0684: Facility failed to timely implement orthopedic consultation and follow up on testosterone orders for two residents, risking delayed treatment and withdrawal symptoms.
F 0689: Facility failed to provide a fall mat per care plan for one resident at risk for falls, increasing injury risk.
F 0692: Facility failed to prevent severe weight loss for one resident by not documenting weekly weights and not providing prescribed nutritional treats.
F 0726: Facility failed to perform staff competencies upon hire or annually for three staff members, risking inadequate resident care.
F 0758: Facility failed to obtain informed consent for psychotropic medications for two residents and lacked physician signatures on disclosure forms.
F 0760: Facility failed to rotate insulin injection sites for two residents, risking bruising, pain, and lipohypertrophy.
F 0761: Facility failed to remove expired medication from medication storage room, risking administration of expired drugs.
F 0812: Facility failed to maintain sanitary conditions in kitchen freezer area, with trash on the floor risking food contamination.
F 0849: Facility failed to maintain integrated hospice binder with required documentation for one resident receiving hospice care.
F 0912: Facility failed to ensure 14 multi-bed resident rooms met minimum 80 square feet per resident space requirement, risking inadequate care space.
F 0919: Facility failed to ensure call light was within reach for one resident, risking inability to summon assistance.
Report Facts
Weight loss: 10.9 Resident room square footage: 228.46 Resident room square footage: 229 Resident room square footage: 237 Resident room square footage: 233 Resident room square footage: 234 Resident room square footage: 237 Resident room square footage: 230 Resident room square footage: 234 Resident room square footage: 216 Resident room square footage: 239.97 Resident room square footage: 225.7 Resident room square footage: 239.28 Resident room square footage: 236.54 Resident room square footage: 239.71

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN 2Registered NurseNamed in psychotropic medication consent and hospice care findings.
DONDirector of NursingNamed in multiple findings including medication errors, hospice care, and call light accessibility.
RN 1Registered NurseNamed in weight monitoring and expired medication findings.
LVN 4Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in staff competency finding.
CNA 8Certified Nursing AssistantNamed in staff competency finding.
CNA 10Certified Nursing AssistantNamed in staff competency finding.
PharmDPharmacistNamed in insulin injection site rotation finding.
RNRegistered NurseNamed in hospice care and psychotropic medication consent findings.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with treatment and care orders related to the management of lymphedema for a sampled resident at the facility.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure one resident received treatment and care according to physician's orders by not applying bilateral compression sleeves and stockings as ordered. This failure had the potential to cause swelling, pain, decreased blood flow, and tissue death.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0684: The facility failed to provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders by not applying bilateral compression sleeves and stockings for lymphedema management as ordered for one resident. This failure risked swelling, pain, decreased blood flow, and tissue death.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 6 Residents affected: Few residents affected as stated

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding Resident 1's orders and facility policy

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding the facility's failure to provide appropriate treatment and care according to physician's orders for one sampled resident, specifically related to the management of lymphedema with compression sleeves and stockings.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, focusing on substantiation of failure to provide ordered compression therapy for Resident 1. The deficiency was substantiated with observations and record review confirming non-compliance with physician orders.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that Resident 1 received ordered bilateral compression sleeves and stockings for lymphedema management, resulting in potential harm including swelling, pain, decreased blood flow, and tissue death. Observations showed inconsistent use of compression devices despite physician orders, and the Director of Nursing confirmed the orders and the requirement to notify the doctor if the resident could not tolerate the devices.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders for lymphedema management by not applying bilateral compression sleeves and stockings as ordered.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 6 Order dates: Dec 5, 2023 Order dates: Jan 10, 2024 Order dates: Sep 22, 2023 Order dates: Jan 31, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingVerified the orders and stated that if the resident was unable to tolerate the ordered compression devices, the doctor had to be notified and the orders changed.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 4, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with pharmaceutical services requirements, specifically to assess whether discontinued medications were properly removed from the medication cart to prevent medication errors.

Findings
The facility failed to remove discontinued gabapentin 300 mg from the medication cart for one resident, which posed a potential risk for medication errors. Interviews and record reviews confirmed the presence of discontinued medication and identified gaps in medication disposal procedures.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0755: The facility failed to remove discontinued gabapentin 300 mg from the medication cart for Resident 1, risking medication errors. The discontinued medication remained accessible despite physician orders changing the dose to gabapentin 100 mg.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
licensed vocational nurse 1 (LVN 1)Interviewed regarding medication pass and removal of discontinued gabapentin 300 mg
licensed vocational nurse 2 (LVN 2)Interviewed regarding removal of discontinued medications from medication cart
director of nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding pharmacy delivery and medication order changes for gabapentin

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 4, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with pharmaceutical services regulations, specifically regarding the proper removal of discontinued medications from the medication cart.

Findings
The facility failed to remove discontinued gabapentin 300 mg medication from the medication cart for one resident, which posed a potential medication error risk. Interviews and record reviews confirmed the presence of the discontinued medication and the need for its removal according to facility policy.

Deficiencies (1)
Failed to remove discontinued gabapentin 300 mg medication from the medication cart for Resident 1.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed and observed during medication pass regarding the discontinued gabapentin medication.
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding the removal of discontinued medications from the medication cart.
DONDirector of NursingInterviewed about the gabapentin medication order change and removal from the medication cart.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to timely report a physical altercation between two residents to the local California Department of Public Health within the required two-hour timeframe.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. The facility did not report the physical altercation between Resident 1 and Resident 2 to the local California Department of Public Health within the required two hours, as confirmed by interviews with staff and the Administrator.
Findings
The facility failed to report a physical altercation between Resident 1 and Resident 2 within two hours as required by state regulations, resulting in a delayed onsite inspection by the Department of Public Health and potential increased risk to the residents. Both residents had no injuries from the incident, and the facility's policy requires reporting allegations of abuse within two hours.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0609: The facility failed to timely report suspected abuse involving a physical altercation between two residents to the local California Department of Public Health within two hours as required. This delay potentially placed the residents at further risk and delayed investigation.
Report Facts
Date of physical altercation: Feb 27, 2024 Date report faxed: Feb 28, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN 1Registered NurseNamed in failure to report incident within two hours
AdministratorInterviewed regarding reporting requirements and timeline

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to timely report a physical altercation between two residents that occurred on 2024-02-27.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility did not report the physical altercation between Resident 1 and Resident 2 within the required two hours to the local California Department of Public Health. The report was faxed the following morning, resulting in a delay of the investigation. The complaint was substantiated based on interviews and record reviews.
Findings
The facility failed to report the physical altercation involving two residents to the local California Department of Public Health within the required two-hour timeframe, resulting in a delayed onsite inspection and potential increased risk to the residents.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to timely report suspected abuse involving a physical altercation between two residents to the local California Department of Public Health within two hours.
Report Facts
Date of physical altercation: Feb 27, 2024 Date report faxed: Feb 28, 2024 Time between incident and report fax: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse 1Registered NurseAssigned nurse on duty during the incident who failed to report the incident within the required two hours
AdministratorAdministratorFacility administrator who confirmed the delayed reporting and explained reporting requirements

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Mar 1, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with infection control, vaccination policies, and other regulatory requirements at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility failed to maintain proper infection control by not ensuring staff wore masks during a COVID-19 outbreak. It also failed to offer or document influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations for multiple sampled residents, resulting in increased risk and actual COVID-19 infections among residents.

Deficiencies (3)
F0880: The facility failed to ensure three of 19 sampled staff wore masks during a COVID-19 outbreak, risking infection spread.
F0883: The facility failed to offer influenza vaccine to two of six sampled residents per policy, increasing risk of flu transmission.
F0887: The facility failed to offer or document COVID-19 vaccination for six sampled residents, resulting in COVID-19 infections.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 3 Sampled staff not wearing masks: 3 Sampled residents missing influenza vaccine offer: 2 Sampled residents missing COVID-19 vaccine offer: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed and validated findings related to infection control and vaccination documentation

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Mar 1, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with infection prevention and control, vaccination policies for influenza and COVID-19, and related resident care practices at Sharon Care Center.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure staff wore masks during a COVID-19 outbreak, failed to offer influenza vaccination to two of six sampled residents, and failed to offer or document COVID-19 vaccination for six sampled residents, resulting in COVID-19 infections among those residents.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to ensure three of 19 sampled facility staff were wearing masks during a COVID-19 outbreak.
Failed to ensure influenza vaccine was offered to two of six sampled residents per facility policy.
Failed to ensure COVID-19 vaccination was offered, re-offered, or administered for six of six sampled residents per facility policy.
Report Facts
Sampled staff not wearing masks: 3 Sampled residents missing influenza vaccine offer: 2 Sampled residents missing COVID-19 vaccine offer: 6 Residents tested positive for COVID-19: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed and validated findings related to mask wearing and vaccination documentation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 5, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to timely respond to a resident's requests for pain medication and to treat the resident with respect.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved Resident 1's report that the facility failed to timely provide acetaminophen for headache and that a nurse was loud and disrespectful. The complaint was substantiated based on interviews, record reviews, and staff statements.
Findings
The facility failed to assess and administer acetaminophen to Resident 1 in a timely manner on 11/7/2023 and failed to treat the resident respectfully when she requested the nurse to lower her voice. These deficiencies caused distress to Resident 1.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0558: The facility failed to assess Resident 1 when she complained of headache on 11/7/2023 and administer acetaminophen 650 mg as ordered and needed. The licensed vocational nurse went on a meal/rest break before giving the medication. The nurse did not lower her voice when requested by Resident 1 during early morning hours.
Report Facts
Medication dosage: 650 Medication dosage: 325 Medication dosage: 50 Medication dosage: 200

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in findings for failing to timely administer medication and being loud and disrespectful
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding proper medication administration to Resident 1
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed about medication orders and facility policies
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed regarding Resident 1's needs and facility priorities

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Dec 5, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to respond timely and respectfully to Resident 1's requests for acetaminophen and concerns about staff behavior.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on interviews and record reviews indicating the facility's failure to timely administer medication and treat Resident 1 respectfully, including LVN 1's loud voice and delayed medication administration.
Findings
The facility failed to assess and administer acetaminophen to Resident 1 in a timely manner on 11/7/2023, and a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 1) went on a meal/rest break before giving the medication. Additionally, LVN 1 did not lower her voice when requested by Resident 1, resulting in the resident feeling disrespected and upset.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to assess Resident 1 when complaining of headache and administer acetaminophen as ordered on 11/7/2023.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 1) went on meal/rest break before administering acetaminophen to Resident 1 on 11/7/2023.
Failure to treat Resident 1 with respect when LVN 1 did not lower her voice as requested during early morning hours.
Report Facts
Medication dosage: 650 Medication dosage: 325 Medication dosage: 50 Medication dosage: 200

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LVN 1Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in findings related to delayed medication administration and disrespectful behavior
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseInterviewed regarding proper medication administration to Resident 1
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding medication orders and facility policies
CNA 1Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed about LVN 1's loud voice
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed about Resident 1's care needs and facility priorities

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Nov 3, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following complaints regarding failure to provide psychosocial follow-up after an alleged abuse incident for Resident 1, failure to arrange home health services upon discharge for Resident 3, and failure to conduct an interdisciplinary team meeting for Resident 3 as per facility policy.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, focusing on allegations of failure to provide psychosocial follow-up after abuse, failure to arrange home health services upon discharge, and failure to conduct required interdisciplinary team meetings. The deficiencies were substantiated with evidence from interviews and record reviews.
Findings
The facility failed to provide psychosocial follow-up for Resident 1 after an alleged abuse incident, failed to arrange home health services for Resident 3 upon discharge, and failed to conduct an interdisciplinary team meeting for Resident 3 within 72 hours of admission. These deficiencies had the potential to negatively impact resident care and safety.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to implement psychosocial follow-up for Resident 1 after an alleged abuse incident.
Failed to arrange home health services for Resident 3 upon discharge.
Failed to conduct an interdisciplinary team meeting for Resident 3 within 72 hours of admission.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 Psychosocial follow-up timeframe: 72 IDT meeting timeframe: 72 MDS assessment dates: Resident 1 MDS dated 2023-08-04, Resident 3 MDS dated 2023-09-21

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Social Services Directors Assistant (SSDA)Interviewed regarding lack of psychosocial follow-up for Resident 1 and home health services for Resident 3
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding processes for psychosocial follow-up, home health services, and interdisciplinary team meetings
Social Services Directors (SSD)Interviewed regarding responsibility for arranging home health services for Resident 3
Case Manager (CM)Interviewed regarding failure to arrange home health services for Resident 3

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Nov 3, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaints related to failure in psychosocial follow-up after an alleged abuse incident, failure to arrange home health services upon discharge, and failure to conduct an interdisciplinary team meeting for sampled residents.

Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-driven, focusing on psychosocial follow-up after abuse, discharge planning, and care plan development. The deficiencies were substantiated with evidence from interviews and record reviews.
Findings
The facility failed to provide psychosocial follow-up for Resident 1 after an alleged abuse incident, failed to arrange home health services for Resident 3 upon discharge, and failed to conduct an interdisciplinary team meeting for Resident 3 within 72 hours of admission, potentially compromising resident care and safety.

Deficiencies (3)
F 0600: The facility failed to implement psychosocial follow-up for Resident 1 after an alleged abuse incident, risking unmet care needs.
F 0624: The facility failed to arrange a home health visit for Resident 3 after discharge, risking rehospitalization or safety concerns.
F 0657: The facility failed to conduct an interdisciplinary team meeting for Resident 3 within 72 hours of admission, risking inadequate care planning.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 MDS assessment date: Aug 4, 2023 MDS assessment date: Sep 21, 2023 Psychosocial follow-up timeframe: 72 IDT meeting timeframe: 72

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Social Services Directors Assistant (SSDA)Interviewed regarding lack of psychosocial follow-up for Resident 1 and home health services for Resident 3
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding policies and failures related to psychosocial follow-up, home health services, and interdisciplinary team meetings
Social Services Directors (SSD)Interviewed regarding responsibility for arranging home health services
Case Manager (CM)Interviewed regarding failure to arrange home health services for Resident 3

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Oct 6, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding allegations of abuse and failure to obtain consent during a urine sample collection by straight catheter for Resident 1 on 7/6/2023.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. Resident 1 reported being restrained and catheterized without consent on 7/6/2023, resulting in trauma, pain, and emotional distress. The facility suspended involved staff, conducted investigations, and implemented corrective actions including education and psychological support for Resident 1.
Findings
The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from physical and mental abuse by three employees who restrained her and performed straight catheterization without her consent, causing pain and emotional distress. Additionally, the facility failed to obtain physician orders for straight catheter urine collection for Residents 1, 2, and 3, violating professional standards of care.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to protect Resident 1 from abuse and failure to obtain consent for straight catheterization causing immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
Failure to revise Resident 1's care plan to accurately reflect Advance Directive and POLST status.
Failure to obtain physician's order to collect urine sample by straight catheter for Residents 1, 2, and 3.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 3 Date of incident: Jul 6, 2023 Date of survey completion: Oct 6, 2023 Medication dosage: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1LVNInvolved in restraining Resident 1 and performing straight catheterization without consent.
Certified Nursing Assistant 1CNAAssisted LVN 1 by holding Resident 1's legs during catheterization.
Certified Nursing Assistant 2CNAAssisted LVN 1 by holding Resident 1's arms during catheterization.
Director of NursingDONParticipated in investigation and corrective actions; stated importance of consent and physician orders.
AdministratorADMInvolved in reporting and addressing the abuse allegation.

Inspection Report

Enforcement
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Oct 6, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) related to failure to protect a resident from abuse and failure to obtain proper consent and physician orders for invasive procedures.

Findings
The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from physical and mental abuse during a straight catheter urine collection without consent, resulting in immediate jeopardy. Additionally, the facility failed to obtain physician orders for straight catheter urine collection for three residents, and failed to update Resident 1's care plan to reflect accurate advance directive status.

Deficiencies (3)
F0600: The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from abuse by restraining her and performing straight catheterization without consent, causing pain and trauma. Immediate Jeopardy was identified and later removed after corrective actions.
F0657: The facility failed to revise Resident 1's care plan to accurately reflect her advance directive and POLST status, resulting in failure to follow her treatment wishes during medical emergencies.
F0658: The facility failed to obtain physician orders for straight catheter urine collection for Residents 1, 2, and 3, subjecting them to invasive procedures without proper authorization and causing pain or potential harm.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 3 Date of survey completion: Oct 6, 2023 Date of incident: Jul 6, 2023 Date of abuse report: Jul 19, 2023 Medication dosage: 1 Medication duration: 10 Resident weight: 100

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1LVNNamed in abuse and failure to obtain consent and physician order for catheterization
Certified Nursing Assistant 1CNANamed in abuse incident restraining Resident 1 during catheterization
Certified Nursing Assistant 2CNANamed in abuse incident restraining Resident 1 during catheterization
Director of NursingDONInterviewed regarding consent and physician order requirements
AdministratorADMInterviewed regarding abuse incident and reporting

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 23, 2023

Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for Sharon Care Center, indicating the results of a regulatory survey completed on August 23, 2023.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 23, 2023

Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for Sharon Care Center, summarizing the findings of a regulatory survey completed on 08/23/2023.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the survey.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jul 20, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding the facility's failure to ensure that the comprehensive individualized plan of care was prepared by an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) that included the resident's representative, as required by facility policy.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, focusing on whether the resident's representative was included in care planning. The complaint was substantiated as the representative was not included in IDT meetings from 1/2023 to 7/2023.
Findings
The facility failed to include the resident's representative in the IDT meetings for one of three sampled residents, which potentially compromised meeting the resident's needs. Interviews and record reviews confirmed that the resident's representative was not involved in care planning from January to July 2023, contrary to the facility's policy encouraging family participation.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure the comprehensive individualized plan of care was prepared by an Interdisciplinary Team including the resident's representative.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding the absence of the resident's representative in IDT meetings.
Social Services DirectorSocial Services DirectorInterviewed and confirmed that the resident's representative was not contacted for IDT meetings.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jul 20, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding the facility's failure to include the resident's representative in the interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings for care plan development as required by policy.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the resident's representative was not included in IDT meetings from January 2023 to July 2023. The facility acknowledged this omission and confirmed that the representative should have been contacted and involved in care planning.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that the comprehensive individualized care plan was prepared by an interdisciplinary team that included the resident's representative for one of three sampled residents. The resident's representative was not included in IDT meetings from January to July 2023, contrary to facility policy.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0657: The facility failed to develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment by an interdisciplinary team that included the resident's representative. This failure potentially impacted the resident's care planning and decision-making.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding the absence of the resident's representative in IDT meetings.
Social Services DirectorInterviewed regarding scheduling and notification of IDT meetings and the failure to contact the resident's representative.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jun 13, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to provide care meeting professional standards for a resident with diabetes and failure to provide timely CPR when the resident was found unresponsive on the floor.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found substantiated failures in diabetes management and emergency response, including lack of blood sugar reassessment after insulin administration and delayed CPR initiation leading to resident death.
Findings
The facility failed to reassess a resident's blood sugar after administering insulin, potentially leading to ineffective diabetes management. Additionally, the facility staff delayed initiating CPR when the resident was found unresponsive on the floor, contrary to facility policies, which contributed to the resident's death.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to reassess Resident 1's blood sugar after administering insulin Humulin R 20 units/ml following a high blood sugar reading of 325 mg/dL.
Failed to ensure CNAs summoned help, remained with Resident 1, and promptly initiated CPR when Resident 1 was found unresponsive on the floor, resulting in delayed CPR.
Report Facts
Insulin dosage: 20 Blood sugar reading: 325 Blood sugar reading: 235 Time paramedics arrived: 7.4 Time resident pronounced dead: 20.08

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseDocumented Resident 1 was found unresponsive and blood sugar readings
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding blood sugar reassessment and emergency response failures
Licensed Vocational Nurse 3Licensed Vocational NurseFound Resident 1 on the floor and checked vital signs
Certified Nursing Assistant 1Certified Nursing AssistantFailed to initiate CPR and left Resident 1 alone to get help
Certified Nursing Assistant 2Certified Nursing AssistantNotified CNA 1 about Resident 1 on the floor but remained outside the room
Facility AdministratorFacility AdministratorInterviewed regarding investigation of Resident 1's death and staff actions

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jun 13, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate complaints regarding the facility's failure to provide professional standard care in managing a resident's blood sugar and failure to provide timely CPR when the resident was found unresponsive on the floor.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on Resident 1's care related to blood sugar management and emergency response. The findings substantiated failures in blood sugar reassessment and emergency CPR response, contributing to Resident 1's death.
Findings
The facility failed to reassess Resident 1's blood sugar after administering insulin as ordered, lacked policies on hyperglycemia management, and delayed CPR initiation after Resident 1 was found unresponsive on the floor, resulting in the resident's death.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0658: The facility failed to reassess Resident 1's blood sugar after administering 20 units/ml of Humulin R insulin following a high blood sugar reading of 325 mg/dL, risking ineffective diabetes management.
F 0678: The facility failed to ensure CNAs summoned help, remained with Resident 1, and promptly initiated CPR when Resident 1 was found unresponsive on the floor, resulting in delayed CPR and Resident 1's death.
Report Facts
Insulin dosage: 20 Blood sugar reading: 325 Blood sugar reading: 235 Time paramedics arrived: 7.4 Time Resident 1 pronounced dead: 20.08

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseDocumented Resident 1 was found unresponsive and blood sugar readings
Licensed Vocational Nurse 3Licensed Vocational NurseChecked Resident 1's pulse and initiated CPR
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding Resident 1's medication administration and emergency response
Certified Nursing Assistant 1Certified Nursing AssistantFailed to summon help and remained outside Resident 1's room during emergency
Certified Nursing Assistant 2Certified Nursing AssistantNotified CNA 1 of Resident 1 on the floor but did not enter room to assist
Facility AdministratorFacility AdministratorInterviewed regarding investigation of Resident 1's death and staff actions

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jun 5, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with facility policies and procedures regarding interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and physician face-to-face visits for residents, specifically focusing on Resident 1.

Findings
The facility failed to conduct required interdisciplinary team meetings for Resident 1 since admission and failed to ensure monthly physician face-to-face visits from January 2023 to June 5, 2023. These deficiencies had the potential to delay necessary care and result in missed or delayed treatment.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to conduct an Interdisciplinary Team meeting for Resident 1 in accordance with facility policy.
Failure to ensure a physician conducted monthly face-to-face visits for Resident 1 from 1/2023 to 6/5/2023.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 Dates missed for physician visits: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingConfirmed failure to conduct IDT meetings and physician visits for Resident 1
Medical RecordsMedical RecordsConfirmed missing physician progress notes for Resident 1

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jun 5, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with care planning and physician visit requirements for residents, specifically focusing on interdisciplinary team meetings and physician face-to-face visits.

Findings
The facility failed to conduct interdisciplinary team meetings for one sampled resident and did not ensure monthly physician face-to-face visits from January 2023 to June 5, 2023. These deficiencies had the potential to delay necessary care and result in missed or delayed treatment.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0657: The facility failed to conduct an Interdisciplinary Team meeting for one of three sampled residents in accordance with facility policy, potentially delaying necessary nursing care and inaccurately identifying care needs.
F 0712: The facility failed to ensure a physician conducted monthly face-to-face visits from January 2023 to June 5, 2023 for one sampled resident, risking undetected decline and delayed care.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 3 Physician visits missed: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding failure to conduct IDT meetings and missing physician visits
Medical Records staffInterviewed regarding missing physician progress notes

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 10, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to provide a copy of medical records upon written request for one of three sampled residents, violating the resident's legal rights.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated as the facility failed to provide requested medical records to Resident 1's Power of Attorney within the required timeframe.
Findings
The facility failed to provide requested medical records to Resident 1's Power of Attorney in accordance with the facility's policy and procedures. The Director of Nursing confirmed the delay in providing access to the records despite the legal right to obtain them.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0573: The facility failed to provide a copy of medical records upon written request for one of three sampled residents, violating the resident's legal right to access their records.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding the delay in providing medical records to Resident 1's Power of Attorney.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 10, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with the facility's policy and procedures regarding resident access to medical records, specifically in response to a failure to provide requested records to a resident's Power of Attorney.

Findings
The facility failed to provide a copy of medical records upon written request for one of three sampled residents, violating the resident's legal right to access their records. The deficiency was related to delays in providing access to protected health information as required by federal and state regulations.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to provide a copy of the records upon written request for one of three sampled residents in accordance with facility policy and procedures.
Report Facts
Date of admission: Apr 16, 2023 Date of Minimum Data Set (MDS): Apr 20, 2023 Date of POA request: Apr 21, 2023 Date of email sent for signature: May 1, 2023 Response time for access requests: 24

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding the failure to provide medical records

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 4, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding an allegation of verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 1) towards Resident 1.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on Resident 1's report, a witness statement from Resident 2 (roommate), and the facility's investigation. CNA 1 denied the allegation but resigned before the investigation concluded.
Findings
The facility substantiated the allegation that CNA 1 called Resident 1 'stupid' on 4/3/2023, constituting verbal abuse. Resident 1 was psychologically affected, and the CNA resigned before the investigation was completed.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0600: The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from verbal abuse by CNA 1, who called Resident 1 'stupid' on 4/3/2023. This verbal abuse had the potential to cause psychological harm including fear, hopelessness, helplessness, and humiliation.
Report Facts
Date of verbal abuse incident: Apr 3, 2023 Date of facility census: Apr 3, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Certified Nursing AssistantNamed in verbal abuse finding against Resident 1
Social Services DirectorSocial Services DirectorInterviewed Resident 1 and involved in abuse allegation investigation
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed CNA 1 and substantiated the abuse allegation
Director of NursingDirector of NursingSpoke with Resident 1 about the abuse allegation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 2 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 4, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint alleging verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 1) towards Resident 1 on 4/3/2023.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on Resident 1's report and confirmation by Resident 2, the roommate and witness. CNA 1 denied the allegation but resigned before the investigation was completed.
Findings
The facility substantiated the allegation that CNA 1 called Resident 1 'stupid' during a night shift, which constituted verbal abuse. Resident 1 was cognitively impaired but alert and oriented, and the incident was witnessed by Resident 2. CNA 1 resigned before the investigation was completed.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to protect Resident 1 from verbal abuse by CNA 1, who called Resident 1 'stupid' on 4/3/2023.
Report Facts
Residents present in room: 2

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 24, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to develop an adequate care plan and notify a physician about a resident's missed intravenous fluids.

Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-driven, focusing on Resident 1's care related to gastrostomy tube dislodgements and delayed IV fluid administration. The complaint was substantiated with findings of deficient care planning and communication.
Findings
The facility failed to develop a specific care plan for Resident 1's multiple gastrostomy tube dislodgements and did not notify the physician that Resident 1 had not received IV fluids for 12 hours. These deficiencies resulted in multiple hospital visits and posed risks of dehydration and low blood sugar.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0656: The facility failed to develop Resident 1's specific care plan and interventions for multiple gastrostomy tube dislodgements as required by policy. The facility also failed to notify the physician that Resident 1 did not receive IV fluids for 12 hours as ordered.
Report Facts
Hospital visits for G-Tube dislodgement: 8 IV fluid delay duration: 12 IV fluid infusion rate: 60

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1 (LVN 1)Discovered G-Tube dislodgement and notified nurse practitioner.
Licensed Vocational Nurse 2 (LVN 2)Delayed informing RN supervisor about IV insertion orders and did not notify NP of fluid delay.
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Reviewed Resident 1's chart and confirmed deficiencies in care planning and notification.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 2 Date: Apr 24, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with care planning and notification requirements related to a resident's multiple gastrostomy tube (G-Tube) dislodgements and failure to notify the physician about missed intravenous fluids.

Findings
The facility failed to develop a specific care plan for Resident 1's repeated G-Tube dislodgements and did not notify the physician that Resident 1 had not received IV fluids for 12 hours as ordered. These deficiencies resulted in multiple hospital visits and potential harm due to dehydration and low blood sugar.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to develop Resident 1's specific care plan and interventions for pulling out the gastrostomy tube on multiple occasions.
Failure to notify a physician that Resident 1 had not received intravenous fluids as ordered for 12 hours.
Report Facts
Hospital visits for G-Tube dislodgement: 8 IV fluid infusion rate: 60 Duration without IV fluids: 12

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseDiscovered Resident 1's G-Tube dislodgement and notified nurse practitioner.
Licensed Vocational Nurse 2Licensed Vocational NurseDid not inform RN supervisor about NP orders timely and unable to verbalize potential effects of missed hydration.
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingReviewed Resident 1's chart and confirmed delay of care and lack of care plan.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Mar 29, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint alleging mental and verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing Assistant toward a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that a Certified Nursing Assistant refused to give Resident 1 snacks and made verbal remarks about the resident's weight. The facility did not report the abuse allegation to the Department of Public Health as required.
Findings
The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from mental and verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing Assistant, resulting in the resident feeling uncomfortable. Additionally, the facility failed to timely report the alleged abuse to the Department of Public Health, preventing a proper investigation.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0600: The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from mental and verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing Assistant who refused to provide snacks and made inappropriate remarks about the resident's weight.
F 0609: The facility failed to timely report an allegation of mental abuse involving Resident 1 to the Department of Public Health, resulting in no proper investigation.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nursing Assistant 1Certified Nursing AssistantNamed in mental and verbal abuse allegation toward Resident 1.
Certified Nursing Assistant 2Certified Nursing AssistantReported abuse allegation to Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseReceived abuse report and stated remarks about resident's weight are unacceptable.
AdministratorAdministratorWas not informed of the abuse incident between Resident 1 and CNA 1.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Mar 29, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint alleging mental and verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 1) towards Resident 1, specifically regarding withholding snacks and making inappropriate remarks about the resident's weight.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that CNA 1 refused to give Resident 1 snacks brought by family and made comments about Resident 1 being 'too fat.' The allegation was reported by Resident 1 to CNA 2, who informed LVN 1. The facility failed to notify the abuse coordinator and did not report the allegation to the Department of Public Health in a timely manner.
Findings
The facility failed to protect Resident 1 from mental and verbal abuse by CNA 1, resulting in the resident feeling uncomfortable. Additionally, the facility failed to timely report the alleged abuse to the Department of Public Health, resulting in Resident 1 not receiving a proper investigation.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to protect Resident 1 from mental and verbal abuse by CNA 1, including withholding snacks and making inappropriate remarks about weight.
Failed to timely report the allegation of mental abuse to the Department of Public Health.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nursing Assistant 1Certified Nursing AssistantNamed as the staff member who verbally abused Resident 1 and withheld snacks.
Certified Nursing Assistant 2Certified Nursing AssistantReceived abuse report from Resident 1 and reported it to LVN 1.
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1Licensed Vocational NurseReceived report from CNA 2 about the abuse allegation and stated that nurses are supposed to provide snacks.
AdministratorAdministratorStated he was not informed of the incident between Resident 1 and CNA 1.
Social WorkerSocial WorkerInterviewed Resident 1 and confirmed the abuse allegations.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 2 Date: Feb 24, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident rights and care, specifically focusing on grievances, personal belongings inventory, and restorative nursing assistant program provision.

Findings
The facility failed to maintain a belongings inventory list for one resident, resulting in inability to account for the resident's belongings. Additionally, the facility failed to provide the Restorative Nursing Assistant program for one resident for 39 days in 2020, increasing risk of mobility and range of motion decline.

Deficiencies (2)
F 0585: The facility failed to develop and maintain a belongings inventory list for one resident, resulting in inability to accurately account for the resident's belongings and potential psychological harm.
F 0688: The facility failed to provide the Restorative Nursing Assistant program for one resident for 39 days in 2020, placing the resident at increased risk of mobility and range of motion decline.
Report Facts
Days without RNA program: 39 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 2 Date: Feb 24, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements related to residents' rights to voice grievances and the maintenance of personal belongings inventory, as well as the provision of restorative nursing assistant (RNA) programs.

Findings
The facility failed to maintain a belongings inventory list for one sampled resident, resulting in potential psychological harm. Additionally, the facility failed to provide the RNA program for Resident 1 for multiple days across several months in 2020, increasing the risk of mobility and range of motion decline.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to develop and maintain a belongings inventory list for Resident 1.
Failed to provide Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) program for Resident 1 for 39 days in 2020.
Report Facts
Days RNA program not provided: 39 Dates with no RNA care recorded: 4 Dates with no RNA care recorded: 5 Dates with no RNA care recorded: 4 Dates with no RNA care recorded: 6 Dates with no RNA care recorded: 15 Dates with no RNA care recorded: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Vocational NurseLVNStated that every resident should have a belongings inventory list completed on admission and described the inventory process.
Medical Records DirectorMRDReported inability to find belongings inventory list and RNA form for Resident 1.
Restorative Nurse Assistant 1RNA 1Confirmed that Blank or 0 on RNA records indicated therapy was not done that day.
Infection Preventionist/Licensed Vocational NurseIP/LVNReviewed RNA records and stated lack of care may result in muscle loss and other complications.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 26 Date: Feb 27, 2022

Visit Reason
Routine state inspection survey of Sharon Care Center to assess compliance with healthcare regulations and resident care standards.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident dignity and rights, medication administration, infection control, staffing levels, care planning, food safety, and safety precautions. Specific issues included failure to provide adequate assistance during showers, improper medication documentation, inadequate infection prevention practices, insufficient staffing, and failure to maintain safe environments.

Deficiencies (26)
F0550: The facility failed to ensure residents' dignity and privacy by not covering urinary catheter drainage bags, staff standing while feeding residents, and exposing a resident's back during care.
F0554: The facility failed to implement medication self-administration policies and procedures for Resident 58, resulting in unauthorized supplements at bedside without physician orders or care plans.
F0558: The facility failed to ensure call lights were within reach and answered timely for nine residents, risking delayed assistance and psychosocial harm.
F0578: The facility failed to document and update advance directives for four residents, violating residents' rights to be informed and make healthcare decisions.
F0580: The facility failed to immediately notify the physician and properly assess pain after Resident 17 almost fell twice in the shower chair, resulting in delayed diagnosis of a femur fracture and unnecessary pain.
F0583: The facility failed to protect Resident 273's electronic medical records privacy by leaving a computer unattended and logged in with resident information visible.
F0584: The facility failed to provide hot water for showers and left dirty linens on the floor in Resident 53's bathroom, risking resident discomfort and infection.
F0607: The facility failed to investigate and report a resident-to-resident abuse allegation and staff-to-resident abuse allegation timely and thoroughly, risking resident safety.
F0609: The facility failed to report resident-to-resident abuse allegations to authorities within required timeframes and failed to conduct a thorough investigation.
F0656: The facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive, person-centered care plan for Resident 53 addressing gastrostomy tube feeding, Plavix use, and incontinence care.
F0658: The facility failed to document administration of medications including Heparin, Divalproex sodium, Furosemide for Resident 16 and blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration for Resident 47 on multiple occasions.
F0693: The facility failed to ensure proper labeling and timely changing of gastrostomy tube feeding lines and formula for Residents 37, 225, and 53, risking infection.
F0694: The facility failed to document IV site insertion, dressing changes, and monitoring for Resident 53 per physician orders and facility policy.
F0695: The facility failed to ensure Resident 273 had an active physician order for oxygen therapy despite receiving oxygen via nasal cannula.
F0697: The facility failed to provide adequate pain management for Resident 17 after two incidents of almost falling in the shower chair, resulting in untreated pain and delayed fracture diagnosis.
F0725: The facility failed to maintain minimum certified nursing assistant staffing levels on 21 of 59 days, resulting in delayed call light responses and risk to resident safety. Also failed to provide ordered skin treatments for Resident 42.
F0732: The facility failed to post daily nursing staffing information with actual hours worked for each shift on four sampled days, contrary to policy and regulations.
F0755: The facility failed to ensure medications were administered within one hour of prescribed time, risking ineffective treatment.
F0757: The facility failed to adequately monitor Resident 53 for bleeding risks related to Plavix anticoagulant therapy.
F0761: The facility failed to secure medication storage; Resident 58's supplements were at bedside without orders and medication cart was found unlocked.
F0802: The facility failed to ensure dietary staff followed proper manual dishwashing procedures and prepared pureed food according to recipe, risking foodborne illness and nutritional deficits.
F0812: The facility failed to maintain proper food temperatures at the trayline and served bland pureed foods, risking decreased food intake and nutritional compromise.
F0835: The facility failed to ensure 10 of 32 staff wore identification badges while on duty, risking resident security and rights.
F0880: The facility failed to maintain infection prevention and control practices including proper PPE use in isolation rooms, visitor screening, linen handling, and mask wearing, risking COVID-19 transmission.
F0883: The facility failed to provide documentation of influenza and pneumonia vaccination offers and refusals for Resident 33, risking increased infection risk.
F0912: The facility failed to ensure multiple resident rooms met minimum space requirements of 80 square feet per resident, risking inadequate space for care and privacy.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 34 Resident sample size: 45 Staff missing BLS certification: 14 Days below minimum CNA staffing: 21 Resident rooms below 80 sq ft per resident: 14 Missing medication documentation days: 20 Missing IV site documentation days: 6 Missing nursing staff ID badges: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Certified Nursing AssistantObserved not wearing proper PPE in isolation room
CNA 2Certified Nursing AssistantInvolved in Resident 17 shower incident and pain complaint
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseDocumented Resident 17 pain but unaware of shower incident
RN 1Registered NurseObserved Resident 10 with coffee ground emesis, called ambulance
ADONAssistant Director of NursingMultiple interviews regarding medication, staffing, infection control
DONDirector of NursingMultiple interviews regarding abuse investigations, infection control, staffing
DSDDirector of Staff DevelopmentReported missing BLS certifications for staff
LVN 6Licensed Vocational NurseUnaware of Resident 58 supplements, observed without ID badge
CNA 10Certified Nursing AssistantObserved without ID badge
CNA 14Certified Nursing AssistantObserved without ID badge

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 35 Date: Feb 27, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was a routine survey to assess compliance with federal and state regulations related to resident care, safety, infection control, medication management, staffing, and facility environment.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident dignity and privacy, medication self-administration, call light accessibility and response, infection control practices, staff competency and identification, medication administration documentation, resident care planning, supervision to prevent accidents, food safety and preparation, staffing levels, and COVID-19 vaccination and screening protocols.

Deficiencies (35)
Failure to ensure urinary catheter drainage bags were covered for dignity and privacy for multiple residents.
Staff did not sit while feeding residents, risking aspiration and choking.
Resident's back was left exposed during care without proper covering.
Failure to implement medication self-administration policy and procedures for Resident 58.
Call lights were not within reach or answered timely for multiple residents.
Failure to document and update advance directives for four sampled residents.
Failure to immediately notify physician and properly assess pain after Resident 17 almost fell twice in shower chair, resulting in delayed diagnosis of femur fracture.
Failure to protect electronic medical records from unauthorized access.
Dirty linen found on bathroom floor, increasing risk of infection.
Failure to provide hot water for showers, affecting resident hygiene and preferences.
Failure to investigate and report resident-to-resident and staff-to-resident abuse allegations properly.
Failure to document medication administration for Heparin, Divalproex sodium, Furosemide, and insulin for Residents 16 and 47.
Failure to label gastrostomy tube feeding bottles and tubing with date/time and resident name, and failure to prime feeding line properly.
Failure to document IV site insertion, dressing changes, and site monitoring for Resident 53.
Resident 43 received Omeprazole after meals instead of before, reducing medication effectiveness.
Failure to maintain minimum CNA staffing hours resulting in delayed call light response.
Failure to provide ordered skin treatment for Resident 42.
Failure to maintain current BLS/CPR certification for multiple nursing staff.
Failure to post accurate and updated daily nurse staffing information.
Resident 58's supplements were stored at bedside without physician order; medication cart was left unlocked.
Resident 273 received oxygen therapy without an active physician order.
Failure to provide adequate pain management for Resident 17 after injury from shower chair incident.
Failure to wear appropriate PPE and follow infection control protocols for C-DIFF and COVID-19 isolation.
Failure to screen visitors for COVID-19 symptoms upon entry.
Failure to maintain clean environment including soiled linens on floor and improper mask use by staff.
Failure to provide documentation of influenza and pneumonia vaccination offered to Resident 33.
Failure to timely provide all doses of COVID-19 vaccine to Resident 33.
Failure to provide adequate space per resident in multiple occupancy rooms, though waiver was obtained.
Failure to wear ID badges by multiple staff members.
Failure to ensure safe and appropriate pharmaceutical services as medication was not given as ordered for Resident 43.
Failure to provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for Resident 53 due to lack of physician order for oxygen therapy.
Failure to provide safe and appropriate pain management for Resident 17 after injury.
Failure to provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out food and nutrition services including improper dishwashing and incorrect pureed food preparation.
Failure to ensure food and drink were palatable, attractive, and at safe temperatures.
Failure to procure food from approved sources and maintain proper sanitation including clean can opener, ice machine, sanitizer concentration, and proper labeling of resident food.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 32 Direct Care Service Hours Per Patient Day (DHPPD): 2.11 Direct Care Service Hours Per Patient Day (DHPPD): 2.18 Direct Care Service Hours Per Patient Day (DHPPD): 1.94 Direct Care Service Hours Per Patient Day (DHPPD): 2.12

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Certified Nursing AssistantNamed in infection control and feeding residents while not wearing proper PPE
CNA 2Certified Nursing AssistantNamed in Resident 17 shower incident and pain management failure
LVN 2Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in Resident 17 pain management and abuse investigation
RN 1Registered NurseNamed in Resident 10 care and Resident 53 gastrostomy feeding
LVN 6Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in Resident 58 supplement medication and gastrostomy feeding
LVN 8Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in Resident 58 supplement medication and gastrostomy feeding
SS1Social ServicesNamed in abuse investigation
SS2Social ServicesNamed in abuse investigation
DONDirector of NursingNamed in multiple findings including abuse investigation, infection control, medication administration
ADONAssistant Director of NursingNamed in multiple findings including medication administration, infection control, abuse investigation
DSDDirector of Staff DevelopmentNamed in staff competency and BLS certification
RN 2Registered NurseNamed in staff competency and abuse investigation
LVN 9Licensed Vocational NurseNamed in staff competency and ID badge
AdministratorAdministratorNamed in abuse investigation and staff competency
IPNInfection Preventionist NurseNamed in infection control findings
DA 1Dietary AideNamed in food preparation and sanitation
AMAccount ManagerNamed in food preparation and sanitation

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