Deficiencies per Year
20
15
10
5
0
Severe
High
Moderate
Low
Unclassified
Census Over Time
Census
Capacity
Inspection Report
Renewal
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 16, 2020
Visit Reason
The document is a Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and related regulatory documents for South Haven Living Center, including Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure and Memory Care Endorsement Application.
Findings
The documents confirm the facility's licensure renewal, describe the Alzheimer's Special Care Unit philosophy, admission and discharge criteria, staffing patterns, training, environmental considerations, life enrichment programs, family support, and cost of care.
Report Facts
Maximum Capacity: 85
Maximum Capacity for Alzheimer’s Beds: 15
Cost/Fees of care: 211
Cost/Fees of care: 233
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jack D. Vetter | Authorized Representative | Signed the Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure and Renewal Application |
| Brooke Belina | Administrator | Named as Administrator of South Haven Living Center |
| Nicole Farless | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing of South Haven Living Center |
| Julie Knobbe | Contact name for legal owning entity VSL Wahoo, LLC | |
| Jim Kenney | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Inspected the facility for occupancy permit |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 11, 2020
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at South Haven Living Center on March 11-12, 2020, focusing on multiple allegations including failure to prevent pressure sores, maintain infection control, prevent falls, maintain housekeeping, respond to calls and complaints, address changes in condition, notify family/POA, provide position transfers, ensure access to fresh water, and provide three meals per day.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements for each allegation investigated, including pressure sore prevention, infection control, fall prevention, housekeeping, timely response to calls, handling of missing items, notification of changes in condition, appropriate position transfers, access to fresh water, and provision of three meals daily.
Complaint Details
The investigation addressed 11 specific allegations related to care and services, all of which were found to be in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Connie Vogt | Program Manager | Signed the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 22, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at South Haven Living Center on October 22, 2018, regarding safe use of electric recliners, timely completion of written investigations, and protection of residents from abuse.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with regulations and not cited for any deficiencies related to the safe use of electric recliners, completion of investigations within five working days, and protection of residents from abuse.
Complaint Details
The complaint allegations included failure to ensure safe use of electric recliners, failure to complete written investigations within five working days, and failure to protect residents from abuse. The investigation found the facility compliant with all allegations and no citations were issued.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Connie Vogt | Program Manager | Signed the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 83
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 14
Aug 22, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at South Haven Living Center from August 15, 2018 to August 22, 2018 by representatives of the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health. The investigation included review of resident records, observation of care and services, and interviews with residents, family members, and staff. Allegations included failure to protect residents from abuse, failure to submit investigations within 5 working days, and failure to implement care planned fall interventions.
Findings
The facility was found not to have failed in protecting residents from abuse, submitting investigations timely, or implementing fall interventions. However, deficiencies were identified related to provision of medication by unlicensed persons, accuracy of assessments, fire safety, and other regulatory requirements. Several deficiencies were contested and subsequently dismissed or modified after an Informal Dispute Resolution. The facility was affirmed for the deficiency related to provision of medication by unlicensed persons.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that the facility failed to protect residents from abuse, failed to submit investigations within 5 working days, and failed to implement care planned fall interventions. The investigation found no violations related to these allegations.
Deficiencies (14)
| Description |
|---|
| Provision of medication by unlicensed persons without proper direction and monitoring for PRN medications for residents 16, 19, and 235. |
| Failure to complete assessments that accurately reflect residents' current status, specifically for Resident 65. |
| Placement of 'Stop' signs on required exit doors causing confusion and delaying evacuation. |
| Dutch doors in the Sheridan/Alden Kitchenette required two motions to open, which is permitted due to occupant load not exceeding three. |
| Hazardous area doors obstructed by carts, delaying door closing and potentially allowing fire and smoke spread. |
| Missing smoke detector in the Ice Cream Parlor open to corridor. |
| Fire department connection lacked identification signage. |
| Fire alarm system annual inspection report incomplete, missing results of smoke detector function/calibration tests. |
| Fire drills were not conducted under varying and unexpected conditions as required. |
| Failure to develop and document annual inspection, testing, and maintenance program for fire door assemblies. |
| Fire rated smoke barrier doors failed to fully close within the doorframe, allowing smoke to spread between compartments. |
| Fire extinguishers obstructed by furniture, delaying access in an emergency. |
| Diesel fuel for emergency generator was not tested annually as required. |
| Extension cords were used in resident rooms, increasing risk of electrical fire. |
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 85
Facility census: 83
Deficiency counts: 14
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Revonna White | Administrator | Named as facility administrator in multiple letters and reports |
| Dan Taylor | RN, Training Coordinator | Signed licensure unit correspondence |
| Diana Meyer | Public Health Manager | Conducted Informal Dispute Resolution |
| Becky Wisell | Licensure Unit Administrator | Signed notification of decision following Informal Conference |
| Staff F | Interviewed regarding medication administration for Resident 235 | |
| Staff E | Interviewed regarding medication order entry process | |
| Staff A | Maintenance Staff | Interviewed regarding fire safety deficiencies and maintenance |
| Staff A | Administration Staff | Interviewed regarding fire safety deficiencies and evacuation plan |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 78
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 14
Sep 19, 2017
Visit Reason
Annual inspection survey of South Haven Living Center to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements including Life Safety Code and other regulatory standards.
Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with several regulatory requirements including failure to implement care plans, medication management errors, food safety violations, fire safety deficiencies, and electrical system issues. Deficiencies included failure to notify responsible parties of weight loss, improper dental care, medication errors and storage issues, food temperature and labeling violations, fire safety emergency lighting and door latching problems, incomplete fire alarm testing documentation, sprinkler system maintenance issues, and unsafe electrical equipment use.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 5
SS=E: 6
SS=D: 4
Deficiencies (14)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to implement nutrition care plan for Resident #103 including failure to notify physician and responsible party of significant weight loss. | SS=D |
| Failure to provide proper dental hygiene ordered by dentist for Resident #58. | SS=D |
| Failure to attempt non-drug interventions prior to administration of prn anti-anxiety medications for Resident #92 and administration of prn anti-anxiety and pain medications simultaneously. | SS=D |
| Medication error rate exceeded 5% with two errors out of 32 medication administration opportunities affecting Residents #18 and #69. | SS=D |
| Failure to store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards including improper food temperatures, undated and expired food items in multiple kitchens. | SS=F |
| Outside trash dumpsters lids were open with trash debris surrounding the area. | SS=D |
| Medications were not dated, labeled, monitored, or securely stored on medication carts and in medication storage rooms; medications removed from original packaging and left unsecured. | SS=E |
| Emergency lighting failed to provide illumination in the Main Dining Room, leaving areas in darkness upon loss of power. | SS=F |
| Doors to hazardous areas failed to close and latch properly and rubber wedges were used to prop open fire-rated doors. | SS=E |
| Sprinkler heads had insufficient clearance due to stored items and non-sprinkler components attached to sprinkler piping. | SS=E |
| Facility failed to provide complete documentation for annual fire alarm system inspections including smoke detector sensitivity testing. | SS=F |
| Use of three-plex electrical adapters as substitute for adequate wiring in resident room. | SS=E |
| Personal electronic items plugged into power strips in patient care vicinity in resident room. | SS=E |
| Facility failed to complete weekly, monthly, and annual testing of emergency generator and maintain documentation. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Medication error rate: 6
Facility census: 78
Total licensed beds: 85
Missing food temperature records: 7
Missing food temperature records: 7
Medication doses remaining: 2
Medication doses remaining: 32
Medication doses remaining: 48
Medication doses remaining: 54
Medication doses remaining: 43
Medication doses remaining: 4
Expired food items: 19
Medication carts with undated medications: 3
Medication storage rooms with undated or discontinued medications: 2
Residents affected by hazardous door issues: 24
Residents affected by sprinkler clearance issues: 50
Facility census: 78
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff B | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding weight loss notification and medication documentation |
| Staff Y | Licensed Nurse | Interviewed regarding prn medication administration and documentation |
| Staff X | Licensed Nurse | Interviewed regarding prn medication documentation and administration |
| Staff A | Nursing Home Administrator | Interviewed regarding dental appointments and trash disposal education |
| Staff G | Central Supply Clerk | Interviewed regarding monitoring expired supplements |
| Staff J | Licensed Practical Nurse | Interviewed regarding special toothpaste and medication storage |
| Staff N | Certified Nurse Aide | Interviewed regarding toothpaste assistance |
| Staff O | Certified Nurse Aide | Interviewed regarding toothpaste assistance |
| Staff M | Certified Nurse Aide | Interviewed regarding toothpaste assistance |
| Staff Z | Medication Aide | Interviewed regarding medication cart inhaler dating |
| Staff T | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding medication cart security and inhaler dating |
| Staff U | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding discontinued medications in storage |
| Maintenance A | Interviewed regarding fire safety door latches, sprinkler obstructions, electrical issues, and generator testing | |
| RN V | Charge Nurse | Interviewed regarding medication administration practices |
| DON B | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding medication storage and fire safety expectations |
Inspection Report
Renewal
Capacity: 86
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 1, 2017
Visit Reason
The document package relates to the renewal of the Skilled Nursing Facility license for South Haven Living Center due to a change of ownership effective July 1, 2017.
Findings
The documents include the license issuance, change of ownership application, Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure, occupancy permit, facility floor plan, and lease agreement. The facility is licensed for 86 beds and includes a memory support household with specialized dementia care. The renewal confirms compliance with state regulations and facility operational standards.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 86
Memory support capacity: 15
Daily room rates: 170
Daily room rates: 187
Daily level of care rates: 25
Daily level of care rates: 73
Memory support daily rate: 10
Lease term: 10
Lease extension term: 5
Lease rent rate: 0
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kathie O'Dell | Administrator | Named as facility administrator in licensure application and Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure |
| Julie Knobbe | Contact | Contact person for legal owning entity VSL Wahoo, LLC |
| Jack D. Vetter | Chairman of the Board and CEO | Board of Directors and signatory on lease agreement for Heritage of Wahoo, Inc. |
| Shari Terry | Chief Operations Officer | Signed letter submitting change of ownership documents |
Inspection Report
Renewal
Capacity: 86
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 27, 2017
Visit Reason
The document is a nursing home licensure renewal application and certification for South Haven Living Center, verifying that the facility's SNF/NF dual certification is licensed through the renewal date.
Findings
The documents confirm that South Haven Living Center meets statutory requirements for licensure renewal as a Skilled Nursing Facility with Alzheimer's/Special Care services. The facility has an endorsed memory care unit with detailed staffing, training, and care philosophies described.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 86
Memory support unit capacity: 15
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jalene Carpenter | Administrator | Named in licensure renewal application |
| Kathie O'Dell | Administrator | Named in Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure |
| Julie Knobbe | Contact for legal owning entity | Named in Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure |
| Jack D. Vetter | Authorized Representative | Signed Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure and renewal application |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 22, 2017
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at South Haven Living Center on March 22, 2017, by representatives of the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health.
Findings
The investigation found no violations related to the allegations that the facility failed to change fall interventions for residents at risk of falls and failed to protect residents from injury. Records, observations, and staff interviews revealed no concerns.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to change fall interventions after residents were identified at risk for falls and failure to protect residents from injury. Both allegations were found unsubstantiated.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager | Signed the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health - DHHS |
Inspection Report
Routine
Census: 72
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 6
Nov 7, 2016
Visit Reason
Routine inspection of South Haven Living Center to assess compliance with regulatory standards including dignity and respect of residents, food safety, infection control, and life safety.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining resident dignity during blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration, food temperature control for pureed diets, infection control practices related to blood glucose monitoring supplies, life safety code compliance regarding unsecured furniture in exit corridors, electrical system maintenance, and oxygen cylinder storage safety.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3
SS=E: 2
SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (6)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to promote and protect the dignity of residents during blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration performed in plain view of others. | SS=D |
| Failure to ensure pureed food items were served at safe temperatures to prevent microorganism growth. | SS=D |
| Failure to prevent cross contamination during blood glucose monitoring by improper handling of supplies. | SS=D |
| Failure to maintain exit corridors free of obstructions and secure furniture to walls or floors. | SS=E |
| Failure to provide separate Life Safety Branch and Equipment Branch for Type II essential electrical system. | SS=F |
| Failure to properly secure oxygen cylinders, segregate full from empty, and label cylinders in storage rooms. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Facility census: 72
Licensed capacity: 85
Residents observed with dignity issue: 3
Residents observed with food temperature issue: 2
Residents observed with cross contamination risk: 3
Residents affected by unsecured furniture: 63
Residents affected by electrical system deficiency: 71
Residents affected by oxygen storage deficiency: 8
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| LPN B | Licensed Practical Nurse | Observed administering insulin and performing blood glucose testing in view of others |
| RN C | Registered Nurse | Observed carrying blood glucose monitoring supplies between residents without barrier |
| Dietary Manager | Dietary Manager | Interviewed regarding pureed food temperatures and steam table capacity |
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing | Interviewed confirming cross contamination risk from blood glucose monitoring supplies |
| Maintenance Staff A | Maintenance Staff | Interviewed confirming findings related to unsecured furniture, electrical panel issues, and oxygen cylinder storage |
| Administration Staff A | Administrator | Interviewed verifying unsecured furniture in exit corridors |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 20, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging that the facility fails to allow residents to share rooms per their request.
Findings
The facility does allow residents to share rooms per their request when it is safe to do so, and no violation was found. The investigation included interviews with residents and staff, review of care plans, and observation of resident interactions, confirming compliance.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility fails to allow residents to share rooms per their request. The complaint was found to be unsubstantiated as the facility was in compliance.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager | Signed the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health |
Notice
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 18, 2016
Visit Reason
This document acknowledges the increase in the number of licensed beds at South Haven Living Center's Skilled Nursing Facility from 84 to 85 beds, effective July 1, 2016.
Findings
The letter confirms the amendment of the Health Insurance Benefits Agreement to reflect the updated total of 85 Medicare certified beds at the facility.
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 84
Licensed beds: 85
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Eve Lewis | RNC, Program Manager | Signed letter regarding bed number changes and license increase |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Feb 24, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging the facility failed to evaluate causal factors for burns.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility does evaluate causal factors for burns and no violation was identified. Reviews of incident logs, care plans, staff interviews, and observations showed no concerns at this time.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to evaluate causal factors for burns. The complaint was not substantiated as the facility was found to be compliant.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager | Signed the report and identified as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health - DHHS |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 76
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 13, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging the facility fails to protect residents from injury.
Findings
The facility was found to protect residents from injury with no violations related to this issue. Observations, record reviews, and interviews confirmed safety policies and interventions were in place.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged the facility fails to protect residents from injury. The allegation was not substantiated.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Taylor | RN, Training Coordinator, Licensure Unit, Division of Public Health-DHHS | Signed the report and identified as representative conducting the investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 78
Deficiencies: 9
Aug 19, 2015
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at South Haven Living Center on August 19, 2015-August 26, 2015. The complaint alleged failure to develop a plan of care to address identified needs and failure to use fall interventions to prevent injuries.
Findings
The facility failed to develop a written plan of care to address some identified resident needs but was providing care in the absence of the written plan. The facility was found to be using fall interventions effectively to prevent injuries, with no violation related to falls.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation included allegations that the facility failed to develop a plan of care to address identified needs and failed to use fall interventions to prevent injuries. The facility was found to have deficiencies in care planning but no violation related to fall interventions.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2
SS=E: 3
SS=F: 4
Deficiencies (9)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Facility failed to provide documented evidence to support the initial and ongoing use of scheduled psychoactive medication for insomnia for one resident (Resident 102). | SS=D |
| Facility failed to maintain medication error rate of 5% or less, with 7 medication errors from 25 observations affecting four residents. | SS=E |
| Facility failed to maintain an infection control program to prevent cross contamination during catheter care for two residents. | SS=D |
| Kitchen pantry door was obstructed from closing, compromising fire safety. | SS=F |
| Exit discharge to public way lacked illumination, risking darkness in emergency egress paths. | SS=E |
| Sprinkler assembly in walk-in freezer was not properly sealed, risking sprinkler malfunction. | SS=F |
| Gas burners on stove top were not operational, risking gas migration and fire hazard. | SS=F |
| Emergency manual shutdown button for generator was not located remotely, risking emergency response delay. | SS=F |
| Oxygen in use sign was not posted on resident room 218, increasing fire risk. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Facility census: 78
Medication errors: 7
Residents affected by medication errors: 4
Residents affected by fire safety door obstruction: 195
Residents affected by exit lighting deficiency: 51
Residents affected by sprinkler assembly deficiency: 195
Residents affected by gas burner deficiency: 195
Residents affected by oxygen signage deficiency: 24
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jalene Carpenter | Administrator | Named in complaint investigation letter |
| Lori Wehrs | Registered Nurse | Surveyor and complaint investigator |
| Victoria Smith | Registered Nurse | Surveyor and complaint investigator |
| Rebecca Young | Registered Nurse | Surveyor and complaint investigator |
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit | Signed complaint investigation letter |
| Don Fritz | ASFM | Approved plan of correction |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 30, 2014
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at South Haven Living Center regarding failure to provide care and treatment to prevent skin breakdown/burns and failure to ensure staff had appropriate credentials.
Findings
The facility provided care and treatment to prevent skin breakdown/burns and ensured staff had appropriate credentials; no violations were identified related to these allegations.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to provide care and treatment to prevent skin breakdown/burns and failure to ensure staff had appropriate credentials. Both allegations were found to have no violations after investigation.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Philippi | Registered Nurse | Participated in the complaint investigation visit. |
| Victoria Smith | Registered Nurse | Participated in the complaint investigation visit. |
| Rebecca Young | Registered Nurse | Participated in the complaint investigation visit. |
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager | Signed the report correspondence. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 68
Deficiencies: 13
Jul 21, 2014
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at South Haven Living Center on July 21-24, 2014. The complaint alleged failure to ensure residents are able to give informed consent and failure to protect residents from injury.
Findings
The facility was found to ensure residents are able to give informed consent and protect residents from injury. Staff and resident interviews, record reviews, and observations confirmed appropriate procedures and no violations related to the allegations.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to ensure residents are able to give informed consent and failure to protect residents from injury. The investigation found no violations related to these allegations.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 8
SS=F: 4
: 3
Deficiencies (13)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to post daily nurse staffing hours as required, with blank spaces for hours not filled in. | — |
| Failed to follow dietary recipes to ensure nutritive value and portion sizes for residents receiving oral nutrition. | — |
| Failed to ensure food was prepared and served in a sanitary manner, including improper hand washing, glove use, and hair covering. | — |
| Corridor doors blocked open, allowing fire, smoke, and gases to migrate within exiting corridors. | SS=E |
| Failed to provide 'No Exit' signs on exterior doors leading to courtyards and signage of required height. | SS=F |
| Doors to hazard areas failed to close and latch within doorframes. | SS=E |
| Fire drills were not conducted at random times throughout each shift as required. | SS=F |
| Sprinkler system deficiencies including obstructions to sprinkler heads and unsealed ceiling penetrations around sprinkler pipes. | SS=E |
| Failed to maintain facility free from highly flammable curtains; blanket used as privacy curtain without flame retardant rating. | SS=E |
| Oxygen storage and administration deficiencies including unsecured oxygen cylinders, oxygen concentrators left on when no resident present, and noncombustible flooring not provided in oxygen storage rooms. | SS=E |
| Kitchen staff not trained on use of manual pull for hood suppression system and fire extinguishers. | SS=F |
| Failed to post 'oxygen in use' signs on resident room doors where oxygen was in use. | SS=E |
| Used a non-hospital grade power strip on a mobile computer used in resident rooms. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Facility census: 68
Facility census: 81
Occupant load: 195
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jalene Carpenter | Administrator | Named in complaint investigation and initial comments |
| Kathleen Philippi | Registered Nurse | Surveyor and complaint investigation representative |
| Victoria Smith | Registered Nurse | Surveyor and complaint investigation representative |
| Rebecca Young | Registered Nurse | Surveyor and complaint investigation representative |
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager | Signed letter concluding complaint investigation |
| Maintenance Director | Interviewed regarding life safety code deficiencies including blocked doors, signage, sprinkler system, oxygen storage, and power strip | |
| Cook D | Observed and educated on dietary recipe adherence and sanitary food preparation | |
| Dietary Aide A | Observed and educated on sanitary food preparation and serving | |
| Dietary Aide B | Observed and educated on sanitary food preparation and hair covering | |
| Kitchen Staff A | Observed and educated on fire extinguisher use | |
| Kitchen Staff B | Observed and educated on hood suppression system manual pull |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 76
Deficiencies: 19
May 21, 2013
Visit Reason
Annual inspection of South Haven Living Center to assess compliance with federal and state regulations including resident rights, comprehensive assessments, care planning, infection control, food safety, medication management, and life safety code compliance.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to inform residents of Medicare liability and appeal rights, inaccurate resident assessments and care planning for range of motion limitations, failure to provide restorative exercises, improper food handling practices, lack of expiration date labeling on PRN medications, failure to perform hand hygiene during medication administration, and multiple life safety code violations including fire safety, exit access, fire alarm testing, electrical safety, and emergency preparedness.
Severity Breakdown
SS=B: 1
SS=D: 3
SS=E: 9
SS=F: 5
Deficiencies (19)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to inform residents of potential Medicare payment liability and right to request a standard claim appeal. | SS=B |
| Inaccurate comprehensive assessment of resident's range of motion limitations. | SS=D |
| Failure to implement restorative exercise intervention as per care plan. | SS=D |
| Failure to provide range of motion exercises to prevent further decrease in range of motion. | SS=D |
| Dietary staff failed to change gloves between handling tray cards and food, risking cross contamination. | SS=E |
| Failure to label PRN medication cassettes with expiration dates and lack of system to prevent use of expired medications. | SS=F |
| Medication aide failed to perform hand hygiene between administration of medications to multiple residents. | SS=E |
| Failure to provide latching device on door to Town Hall from Kitchen, risking spread of smoke and fire. | SS=F |
| Exit gate hardware in enclosed courtyard not operable with one motion and installed above required height. | SS=E |
| Exit signage missing on full height exit gate in locked enclosed courtyard. | SS=E |
| Fire drills not conducted throughout the month; 12 of 17 drills conducted at end or near end of month. | SS=F |
| Lack of documentation for biannual fire alarm system testing and maintenance. | SS=E |
| Gas burner on stove failed to ignite, risking gas migration into adjacent dining room. | SS=E |
| Means of egress obstructed by soiled linen barrels stored in corridor. | SS=E |
| Recycle barrel exceeding 32 gallons stored in service corridor without protection as hazardous area. | SS=E |
| Microwaves in 11 resident rooms lacked smoke detection connected to fire alarm system. | SS=E |
| Lack of documentation of monthly generator load test under 30% load. | SS=E |
| Use of electrical power strip as permanent wiring in Town Hall. | SS=E |
| Alcohol based hand rub dispenser installed above electrical ignition source in dining room. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Facility census: 76
Residents files reviewed: 9
Residents affected by range of motion deficiencies: 1
Residents affected by hand hygiene deficiency: 4
Residents affected by fire safety deficiencies: 76
Residents affected by exit gate hardware deficiency: 25
Residents affected by obstructed egress: 13
Residents affected by microwaves without smoke detection: 51
Residents affected by ABHR dispenser hazard: 13
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jalene Carpenter | Administrator | Confirmed Medicare liability notice deficiencies |
| Maintenance A | Confirmed multiple fire safety and maintenance deficiencies including door latching, exit gate hardware, fire alarm documentation, stove burner, electrical power strip, ABHR dispenser placement | |
| Licensed Practical Nurse A | LPN | Interviewed regarding resident range of motion assessment and care |
| Physical Therapist C | PT | Confirmed resident range of motion limitations and restorative exercise expectations |
| Medication Aide G | MA | Observed failing to perform hand hygiene during medication administration |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Confirmed medication and care plan deficiencies, hand hygiene issues, and fire alarm documentation issues |
Inspection Report
Routine
Census: 72
Deficiencies: 1
Mar 29, 2012
Visit Reason
Routine inspection of South Haven Living Center to assess compliance with pharmaceutical services and medication administration regulations.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that three residents received medications according to the manufacturer's directions, specifically regarding timing of medication administration relative to meals.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to ensure medications were administered according to manufacturer's directions for three residents, including incorrect timing of Carafate and Prilosec administration. | SS=D |
Report Facts
Resident sample size: 34
Facility census: 72
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | RN A prepared and administered medications to residents | |
| Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding medication administration practices |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 62
Deficiencies: 13
Apr 26, 2011
Visit Reason
Annual inspection of South Haven Living Center to assess compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards including medication management, infection control, and life safety code.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain separate controlled substance count sheets, significant medication error related to insulin administration timing, inadequate infection control practices with glucometer cleaning, and multiple life safety code violations such as non-self-closing doors, improper exit gate hardware, inadequate fire drill scheduling, sprinkler obstructions, presence of prohibited heat-producing devices, non-flame retardant decorations, oversized trash receptacles, missing oxygen use signage, lack of remote generator annunciator, and improper use of power strips.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3
SS=E: 7
SS=F: 2
: 1
Deficiencies (13)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to maintain separate medication control sheets for each controlled substance in all 4 resident care areas. | — |
| Significant medication error: Resident received insulin 33 minutes before meal, outside recommended timeframe. | SS=D |
| Failed to follow infection control guidelines for cleaning glucometer and supply container, risking spread of infection. | SS=D |
| Spa room doors failed to self-close automatically, lacked smoke detection and connection to fire alarm system. | SS=E |
| Exit gate hardware not identifiable or easily operable; gate chain located too high; no exit signage provided. | SS=E |
| Fire drills not conducted at varied times and days; 11 of 15 drills occurred within 4 days of each other. | SS=F |
| Failed to maintain 18 inches clearance around sprinkler heads in resident closets, obstructing spray patterns. | SS=E |
| Presence of prohibited portable heat-producing devices in resident rooms. | SS=E |
| Decorations in corridors not verified as flame retardant. | SS=E |
| Paper recycling receptacles exceeding 32 gallons stored in unprotected room without self-closing doors. | — |
| Oxygen in use signs not posted in resident rooms where oxygen concentrators were present. | SS=E |
| Emergency generator lacked remote audible annunciator at a continuously monitored location. | SS=F |
| Use of power strip as permanent wiring in resident room. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Resident sample size: 31
Facility census: 62
Residents affected by spa door deficiency: 18
Residents affected by exit gate deficiency: 18
Residents affected by sprinkler obstruction: 30
Residents affected by heat-producing devices: 45
Residents affected by flame retardant decoration deficiency: 24
Residents affected by oxygen signage deficiency: 45
Facility census: 63
Fire drills reviewed: 15
Fire drills conducted within 4 days of each other: 11
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| RN C | Interviewed regarding controlled substance count sheets | |
| DON (Director of Nursing) | Interviewed regarding controlled substance count sheets, medication timing, and glucometer cleaning | |
| RN A | Observed administering insulin to Resident 5 | |
| LPN B | Observed placing glucometer on contaminated supply container without proper cleaning | |
| ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing) | Interviewed regarding glucometer disinfection in-service | |
| Maintenance A | Interviewed regarding life safety code deficiencies including doors, exit gate, fire drills, sprinkler clearance, oxygen signage, generator annunciator, and power strip use |
Notice
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
APP2022
Visit Reason
The document serves as a renewal application for the nursing home license of South Haven Living Center and includes related certification and licensing information.
Findings
The documents confirm the facility's licensure status, renewal of certifications, and provide detailed information about the facility's services, ownership, and special care programs.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 85
Maximum capacity for Alzheimer's beds: 15
Fire Marshal Occupancy Permit date: Jan 4, 2022
Cost/Fees of care: 234
Cost/Fees of care: 247
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Sara Casey | Administrator | Named as Administrator on the renewal application and Alzheimer's disclosure forms. |
| Nicole Busboom | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on the renewal application. |
| Brian Stuhr | Contact name for legal owning entity | Contact name for VSL Wahoo, LLC, the legal owning entity, on the renewal application and Alzheimer's disclosure. |
| Jack D. Vetter | Chairman of the Board and CEO | Listed as Chairman of the Board and CEO of Vetter Senior Living on page 3 and signed the application on page 13. |
| Glenn Van Ekeren | President | Listed as President of Vetter Senior Living on page 3. |
Notice
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
APP2023
Visit Reason
The document serves to verify the renewal of the SNF/NF dual certification license for South Haven Living Center and includes a renewal application for the nursing home licensure.
Findings
The documents confirm that South Haven Living Center meets statutory requirements for licensure renewal and provides details on facility ownership, services, and accreditation status.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 85
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Sara Casey | Administrator | Named in the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application on page 2. |
| Kim Bohac | Director of Nursing | Named in the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application on page 2. |
| Brian Stuhr | Authorized Representative | Signed the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application on page 2. |
| Glenn Van Ekeren | Authorized Representative | Signed the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application on page 2. |
Document
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
APP2024
Visit Reason
The documents serve to verify and renew the licensure of South Haven Living Center as a Skilled Nursing Facility, including renewal of the Alzheimer's/Special Care Unit Disclosure and occupancy permit.
Findings
The documents confirm that South Haven Living Center meets statutory requirements for licensure renewal, including specialized care services such as Alzheimer's/Special Care Unit, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. The Alzheimer's Special Care Unit disclosure details the philosophy, admission criteria, staffing, environmental considerations, and life enrichment programs.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 85
Maximum capacity for Alzheimer's beds: 15
Daily room rates: 244
Daily room rates: 266
Staffing numbers: 1
Staffing numbers: 2
Staffing numbers: 1
Staffing numbers: 1
Training hours: 4
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Sara Casey | Administrator | Named as facility administrator on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application. |
| Kim Bohac | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application. |
| Brian Stuhr | Contact name / Authorized Representative | Named as contact and authorized representative on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure. |
| Glenn Van Ekeren | Authorized Representative | Named as authorized representative on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application. |
Document
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
APP2025
Visit Reason
The document serves as a renewal application for the nursing home license of South Haven Living Center, verifying licensure through the renewal date and providing updated facility and ownership information.
Findings
The document includes certification of licensure renewal, occupancy permit details, facility capacity, ownership and officer information, and a detailed Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure outlining philosophy, admission criteria, staffing patterns, environmental considerations, and care fees.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 85
Alzheimer's care beds: 15
Occupancy permit date: 2024.05
Renewal application date: 2025.03
Alzheimer's disclosure application date: 2025.03
Daily room rates: 244
Daily room rates: 266
Daily level of care rates: 35
Daily level of care rates: 83
Memory support daily rate: 10
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Rob Foxworthy | Administrator | Named as facility administrator on renewal application and Alzheimer's disclosure |
| Kim Bohac | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on renewal application |
| Brian Stuhr | Contact person / Authorized representative | Named as contact on Alzheimer's disclosure and signed application documents |
| Glenn Van Ekeren | Authorized Representative / President | Named as authorized representative on renewal application and officer of parent entity |
Notice
Capacity: 84
Deficiencies: 0
APP2016
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This document serves as a licensure renewal application for South Haven Living Center, verifying the facility's license status and providing detailed information about the facility, ownership, services, and care programs.
Findings
The document includes renewal certification, occupancy permit details, ownership and corporate officers, and extensive descriptions of the Memory Support Household program, including care principles, team development, physical care, nutrition, environmental considerations, psychosocial support, and communication techniques.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 84
Memory Support Daily Rate: 10
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jalene Carpenter | Administrator | Named on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application. |
| Tammy Cox | Director of Nursing | Named on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application. |
| Jack D. Vetter | President | Listed as President and Board of Directors member of Vetter Holding, Inc. and related subsidiaries. |
| Eldora D. Vetter | Vice President | Listed as Vice President and Board of Directors member of Vetter Holding, Inc. and related subsidiaries. |
| Todd D. Vetter | Assistant Secretary | Listed as Assistant Secretary and Board of Directors member of Vetter Holding, Inc. and related subsidiaries. |
| Joani Schelm | Chief Financial Officer | Listed as Chief Financial Officer of Vetter Holding, Inc. and related subsidiaries. |
Notice
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
APP2018
Visit Reason
This document serves to verify the renewal of the SNF/NF dual certification license for South Haven Living Center and provides detailed facility and ownership information.
Findings
The document confirms the facility's licensure status through 3/31/2019, lists the number of beds to be relicensed as 85, and outlines services offered including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and Alzheimer's/special care unit. It also includes ownership and corporate governance details.
Report Facts
Number of beds to be relicensed: 85
Maximum occupancy: 85
Maximum endorsed capacity: 15
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kathie O'Dell | Administrator | Named as facility administrator on license renewal application (page 2 and 6). |
| Heather Holeton | Director of Nursing, R.N. | Named as Director of Nursing on license renewal application (page 2). |
| Jack D. Vetter | CEO | Authorized representative signing renewal application and listed as Chairman of the Board and CEO of parent corporation (pages 2, 3, and 10). |
| Glenn Van Ekeren | President | Listed as President of parent corporation and subsidiary (page 3). |
Document
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
APP2019
Visit Reason
This document serves to verify the license renewal of South Haven Living Center as a SNF/NF dual certified facility and provides related administrative, ownership, occupancy, and program information.
Findings
The document confirms that South Haven Living Center meets statutory requirements for licensure through the renewal date, includes an occupancy permit for 85 beds, and outlines the facility's memory support household principles, staffing patterns, and ownership structure.
Report Facts
Total licensed capacity: 85
Maximum endorsed capacity: 15
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brooke Belina | Administrator | Named as facility administrator on licensing application. |
| Shannon Locke-Gyhra | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on licensing application. |
| Jack D. Vetter | Chairman of the Board and CEO | Named as Chairman of the Board and CEO of Vetter Senior Living, the parent entity. |
| Eldora D. Vetter | Secretary | Named as Secretary of Vetter Senior Living. |
| Glenn Van Ekeren | President | Named as President of Vetter Senior Living. |
| Brian Stuhr | Treasurer | Named as Treasurer of Vetter Senior Living. |
Document
Capacity: 85
Deficiencies: 0
APP2021
Visit Reason
This document serves as a licensure renewal application and certification for South Haven Living Center, verifying the facility's license and providing details about ownership, capacity, and special care services.
Findings
The documents confirm the facility's licensure status, ownership structure, capacity, and special care programs including Alzheimer's/Special Care Unit. No inspection findings or deficiencies are reported.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 85
Maximum capacity for Alzheimer's beds: 15
Occupancy permit capacity: 85
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brooke Belina | Administrator | Named as Administrator on the renewal application and Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure (pages 2 and 6). |
| Nicole Farless | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on the renewal application (page 2). |
| Jack D. Vetter | Authorized Representative | Signed as authorized representative on the renewal application and Alzheimer's Special Care Unit Disclosure (pages 2 and 12). |
| Glenn Van Ekeren | Authorized Representative | Named as authorized representative on the renewal application (page 2) and President of Vetter Senior Living (page 3). |
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