Inspection Reports for St. Camillus Residential Health Care Facility
813 Fay Rd, Syracuse, NY 13219, USA, NY, 13219
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Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
May 21, 2024
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a compliance inspection and investigate intake #GA002465400.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this inspection/investigation.
Complaint Details
Investigation of intake #GA002465400 with no rule violations found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Apr 8, 2024
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to investigate intakes #GA00245507, #GA00245471, and #GA00244776.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this investigation.
Complaint Details
Investigation of three intakes was conducted with no rule violations found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 26, 2024
Visit Reason
The purpose of this offsite/desk review was to investigate Intake #GA00244007.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this review.
Complaint Details
Investigation of Intake #GA00244007 with no rule violations found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Feb 15, 2024
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to investigate intake #GA00242624.
Findings
No rule violation was cited as a result of this investigation.
Complaint Details
Investigation of intake #GA00242624 with no rule violations found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 26
Jan 22, 2024
Visit Reason
State-compiled facility profile showing multiple complaint surveys and enforcement actions from 2012 to 2024 with deficiency and citation history.
Findings
The facility underwent two complaint surveys in 2023 and 2024 revealing multiple deficiencies mostly at Level 2 severity with one Level 3 deficiency indicating actual harm. Enforcement actions include fines totaling $20,000 related to quality of care and multiple deficiencies.
Complaint Details
Facility received 25 complaints from November 1, 2021 to October 31, 2025 with 18 complaint-related on-site inspections and 8 complaint-related citations during this period.
Severity Breakdown
Level 0: 1
Level 2: 25
Level 3: 1
Deficiencies (26)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Free of accident hazards/supervision/devices: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 3 |
| Activities meet interest/needs each resident: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| ADL care provided for dependent residents: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Assistive devices - eating equipment/utensils: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Develop/implement comprehensive care plan: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Food procurement,store/prepare/serve-sanitary: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Medicaid/medicare coverage/liability notice: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Nutritive value/appear, palatable/prefer temp: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Quality of care: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Resident call system: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Resident rights/exercise of rights: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Responsibilities of providers; required notif: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 0 |
| Safe/clean/comfortable/homelike environment: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Sufficient nursing staff: Standard Health Inspection Citation pertaining to quality of care. | Level 2 |
| Cooking facilities: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Corridor - doors: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Doors with self-closing devices: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Electrical systems - essential electric syste: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Elevators: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Fire alarm system - testing and maintenance: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Gas equipment - cylinder and container storag: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Hazardous areas - enclosure: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Maintenance, inspection & testing - doors: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Portable fire extinguishers: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Sprinkler system - installation: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
| Sprinkler system - maintenance and testing: Standard Life Safety Code Citation pertaining to life safety code requirements. | Level 2 |
Report Facts
Inspections on page: 2
Date range of inspections: From at least 2012 to 2024 based on enforcement and inspection dates
Total fines: 20000
Total citations: 22
Number of complaints: 25
Complaint-related inspections: 18
Complaint-related citations: 8
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0
Nov 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a follow-up from the 9/7/2023 inspection.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this inspection.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 20
Deficiencies: 5
Sep 7, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to perform a compliance inspection and investigate complaint intakes #GA00238314 and #GA00237625, starting on 2023-09-05 with an onsite visit on 2023-09-07.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain electrical outlets and light fixtures in safe condition, had an inadequate pest control program resulting in bed bug infestations affecting multiple residents, failed to ensure bedroom furnishings were clean and in good condition, did not properly update medication administration records, and failed to provide adequate care and services to residents in compliance with regulations.
Complaint Details
The investigation was initiated due to complaint intakes #GA00238314 and #GA00237625. Findings included bed bug infestations in residents' rooms, failure to relocate affected residents adequately, and lack of awareness by staff of the infestations and bites. Pest control treatments were limited and incomplete, and no family contacts were made for affected residents lacking family or with family out of town.
Severity Breakdown
D: 3
J: 2
Deficiencies (5)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to maintain wall type electric outlets and light fixtures in a safe and operating condition. | D |
| Failed to ensure that an insect, rodent or pest control program was maintained and conducted to protect residents' health; bed bugs and eggs found in multiple residents' rooms. | J |
| Failed to ensure bedroom furnishings included comfortable springs and mattresses that were clean and in good condition for 3 of 6 sampled residents. | D |
| Failed to ensure staff updated the Medication Assistance Records (MAR) each time medications were offered or taken. | D |
| Failed to ensure each resident received adequate and appropriate care and services in compliance with laws and regulations for 3 of 6 sampled residents. | J |
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 6
Residents affected by bed bugs: 4
Residents with medication MAR issues: 5
Facility census: 20
Heating treatment duration: 24
Heating treatment duration: 36
Heating temperature: 125
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | Interviewed regarding electrical outlet plate, pest control, room moves, and medication administration practices | |
| Staff B | Interviewed regarding light fixture bulbs and pest control awareness | |
| Staff C | Observed and interviewed regarding medication preparation and MAR documentation | |
| EF | Pest control company representative interviewed about treatment methods and limitations |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3
Jul 3, 2023
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to investigate intake #GA00232271, #GA00235290, and #GA00236220 with an on-site visit conducted from 07/03/2023 to 07/12/2023.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program, with live bed bug activity observed in 7 of 10 resident rooms and on a resident. Poisons and chemical pest control materials were improperly stored and accessible in resident rooms and other areas. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure residents' rights to manage their financial affairs, with missing account records and mishandling of resident-issued government assistance monetary cards.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, investigating three intake numbers (#GA00232271, #GA00235290, and #GA00236220).
Severity Breakdown
SS= D: 3
Deficiencies (3)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to ensure an effective insect, rodent or pest control program; live bed bug activity observed in 7 of 10 resident rooms and on a resident. | SS= D |
| Failed to ensure poisons, caustics, and other dangerous materials were stored and safeguarded away from residents and food/medication areas; unsecured aerosol cans of bed bug spray found in 6 of 10 resident rooms and chemical pest controls in the front office. | SS= D |
| Failed to ensure residents' right to manage their own financial affairs; missing account book and balance for resident accounts, and improper handling of resident-issued government assistance monetary cards. | SS= D |
Report Facts
Resident rooms with live bed bug activity: 7
Resident rooms with unsecured aerosol cans of bed bug spray: 6
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | Interviewed regarding bed bug activity, pest control practices, and resident financial affairs; stated lack of knowledge about residents having chemical sprays and missing pest control receipts. | |
| Staff B | Interviewed regarding knowledge of bed bug infestations and use of pest control sprays. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2
Jun 14, 2022
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a compliance inspection and investigate intake #GA00224346.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain a safe and clean environment for residents, with multiple observations of live and dead bed bugs and roaches in residents' rooms and common areas. Clutter and inadequate housekeeping were noted, and residents remained in rooms despite infestation due to unavailability of alternate rooms.
Complaint Details
Investigation of intake #GA00224346 regarding pest infestation and cleanliness issues in the facility.
Severity Breakdown
D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Facility failed to ensure the home was maintained to provide adequately for all health, safety, and well-being of residents, with bed bugs and roaches observed in rooms and common areas for 3 of 4 sampled residents. | D |
| Facility failed to ensure the home cleaned residents' living spaces periodically and as needed to prevent health hazards for 3 of 4 sampled residents. | D |
Report Facts
Bed bugs observed: 20
Bed bugs observed: 15
Roaches observed: 6
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 4
Jun 24, 2021
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a compliance inspection and investigate intakes #GA00214765 and #GA00210297.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain an adequate hot water system with water temperature not exceeding 120°F, failed to ensure unlicensed staff demonstrated medication skills competency, failed to update the Medication Assistance Record (MAR) properly, and failed to obtain record check applications for direct access employees.
Complaint Details
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint intakes #GA00214765 and #GA00210297.
Severity Breakdown
J: 1
D: 3
Deficiencies (4)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| The facility failed to ensure the hot water system supplied water not exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit; water temperature was found at 131.4 degrees F in Resident #4's bathroom. | J |
| Unlicensed staff (Staff B and Staff C) did not demonstrate medication skills competency as required; no documentation was found. | D |
| Staff failed to update the Medication Assistance Record (MAR) each time medication was offered or taken for Resident #5. | D |
| The facility failed to obtain record check applications for direct access employees (Staff B and Staff C) upon application or prior to placement. | D |
Report Facts
Water temperature: 131.4
Number of sampled staff with missing medication competency documentation: 2
Number of sampled staff with missing record check applications: 2
Number of missed MAR initials: 1
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | Witnessed water temperature reading and provided interview statements regarding hot water and medication administration | |
| Staff B | Sampled staff lacking medication competency documentation and record check application; admitted to not signing MAR | |
| Staff C | Sampled staff lacking medication competency documentation and record check application; reported resident refusal of medication |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Nov 10, 2020
Visit Reason
The purpose of this inspection was to investigate intake #GA00209012.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this investigation.
Complaint Details
Investigation started on 2020-11-04 and was completed on 2020-11-10. No rule violations were found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Nov 19, 2019
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to investigate intake # GA0020069.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this investigation.
Complaint Details
Investigation of intake # GA0020069 found no rule violations.
Inspection Report
Routine
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 17, 2019
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a compliance inspection.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this inspection.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 25, 2017
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to investigate complaint GA00177308.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this inspection.
Complaint Details
Complaint GA00177308 was investigated and found to have no rule violations.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 20, 2017
Visit Reason
The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual inspection of the facility.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this inspection.
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