Deficiencies (last 6 years)
Deficiencies (over 6 years)
3.8 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
31% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 5.5 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
12
9
6
3
0
Occupancy
Latest occupancy rate
60% occupied
Based on a September 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.
Occupancy rate over time
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 40
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Sep 24, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with resident rights admission and annual review requirements at The Bungalows at Springfield East.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that resident rights were reviewed annually with residents or their legal representatives, as required. Staff did not document annual reviews for three of four sampled residents, and the facility lacked a policy for annual resident rights review.
Deficiencies (1)
19 CSR 30-88.010(4) Resident Rights-Admission/Annual Review: The facility staff failed to document annual reviews of resident rights for three of four sampled residents. The facility did not have a policy regarding annual resident rights reviews.
Report Facts
Facility census: 40
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Director | Executive Director | Interviewed regarding resident rights review process |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 35
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Apr 1, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to identify deficiencies related to facility compliance with regulations, specifically regarding wastebasket requirements and extension cord usage.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure only metal or UL/FM fire-resistant wastebaskets were used for trash, affecting all 35 residents. Additionally, the facility failed to comply with extension cord and duplex receptacle regulations, with multiple non-compliant adapters and extension cords observed.
Deficiencies (2)
19 CSR 30-86.022(15)(A) Wastebaskets, Metal/UL/FM-Requirements: The facility failed to ensure only metal or UL or FM fire-resistant rated wastebaskets were used for trash. This deficiency affected all 35 residents.
19 CSR 30-86.032(18) Extension Cords/Duplex Receptacles: The facility failed to ensure only one appliance was connected to one extension cord and only two appliances served by one duplex receptacle. Multiple multi-outlet adapters and extension cords were observed, affecting all 35 residents.
Report Facts
Facility census: 35
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Baker | Executive Director | Signed the statement of deficiencies and plan of correction |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 34
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Oct 24, 2024
Visit Reason
The document is a Plan of Correction following a survey completed on 10/24/2024 at The Bungalows at Springfield East. It addresses deficiencies related to employee disqualification list checks and tuberculosis screening compliance.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure newly hired employees were checked against the employee disqualification list prior to resident contact. The facility also failed to complete required two-step tuberculosis screening tests for staff and residents as mandated by state regulations.
Deficiencies (2)
19 CSR 30-86.042(11)(B) EDL Inquiry: The facility failed to check that newly hired employees were not listed on the employee disqualification list before allowing contact with residents. This affected three staff members.
19 CSR 30-86.042(18) TB Screen Resident/Staff: The facility did not ensure completion of the required two-step tuberculosis screening test for all staff and residents. Documentation was missing for multiple staff and two residents.
Report Facts
Facility census: 34
Staff affected: 3
Residents affected: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Director A | Named in employee disqualification list deficiency | |
| Certified Medication Technician B | Named in employee disqualification list and TB screening deficiencies | |
| Cook C | Named in employee disqualification list and TB screening deficiencies | |
| Personal Care Assistant D | Named in TB screening deficiency |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 34
Deficiencies: 1
Date: May 2, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to provide a safe and effective medication system, specifically related to documentation and administration of narcotic pain medication.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation substantiated that the facility failed to properly document administration of narcotic pain medication for two residents, resulting in medication errors and unsafe medication practices.
Findings
The facility failed to properly document administration of narcotic pain medication for two residents and did not follow medication administration policies. Multiple instances of medication errors and documentation omissions were identified.
Deficiencies (1)
19 CSR 30-86.042(51) Safe/Effective Medication System: The facility failed to provide a safe and effective medication system by not documenting administration of narcotic pain medication as ordered for two residents.
Report Facts
Facility census: 34
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 35
Deficiencies: 6
Date: Apr 10, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with fire safety, sprinkler system certification, emergency lighting, wastebasket requirements, building maintenance, and electrical wiring regulations at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including smoke detector placement, sprinkler system maintenance, emergency lighting functionality, use of compliant wastebaskets, building maintenance, and electrical wiring inspections. These deficiencies affected all 35 residents present during the inspection.
Deficiencies (6)
19 CSR 30-86.022(9)(A)(1) Smoke Detectors-NFPA 13: The facility failed to ensure smoke detectors were installed no more than thirty feet apart with no point on the ceiling more than twenty-one feet from a smoke detector. The facility census on April 10, 2024, was 35.
19 CSR 30-86.022(11)(F) Sprinkler Systems-Inspections, Cert.: The facility failed to maintain a complete sprinkler system with annual inspections and certifications by a qualified service representative. Painted sprinkler heads were observed that could delay sprinkler activation.
19 CSR 30-86.022(12)(A) Emergency Lighting - locations: The facility failed to ensure emergency lighting of sufficient intensity was provided for resident corridors. Emergency lights outside resident rooms 108, 118, and 120 did not illuminate during testing.
19 CSR 30-86.022(15)(A) Wastebaskets, Metal/UL/FM-Requirements: The facility failed to ensure only metal or UL- or FM-fire-resistant rated wastebaskets were used for trash. Numerous resident rooms contained non-compliant wastebaskets.
19 CSR 30-86.032(2) Substantially Constructed & Maintained: The facility failed to maintain the building in good repair and in accordance with construction and fire safety rules. A section of drywall was removed in the laundry room.
19 CSR 30-86.032(13) Electrical Wiring, Maintained, Inspected: The facility failed to maintain electrical wiring in good repair and failed to have wiring inspected every two years by a qualified electrician. Missing cover plates and exposed wiring were observed.
Report Facts
Facility census: 35
Deficiency affected residents: 35
Non-compliant wastebaskets: 35
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dennis K. Cox | Facilities Director | Named in interviews regarding deficiencies and plan of correction |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 32
Deficiencies: 3
Date: Nov 2, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with tuberculosis screening, resident record requirements, and resident rights in a long-term care facility.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure required two-step tuberculosis testing for residents and staff, did not maintain monthly reviews of residents' general conditions, and failed to ensure resident rights were reviewed annually. The facility census was 32 at the time of inspection.
Deficiencies (3)
19 CSR 30-86.042(18) TB Screen Resident/Staff: The facility failed to ensure required two-step tuberculosis testing was completed for four residents and three staff members. The facility census was 32.
19 CSR 30-86.042(62)(B) Resident Record Requirements: The facility failed to complete monthly reviews of each resident's general condition and needs for four sampled residents. The facility census was 32.
19 CSR 30-88.010(4) Resident Rights-Admission/Annual Review: The facility failed to ensure resident rights were reviewed at least annually for three residents or their representatives. The facility census was 32.
Report Facts
Facility census: 32
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Wellness | Interviewed regarding tuberculosis testing and monthly summaries | |
| Executive Director | Interviewed regarding tuberculosis testing and resident rights review |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 38
Deficiencies: 3
Date: Nov 4, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to identify deficiencies related to employee disqualification checks, resident records retention, and advance directive requirements at The Bungalows at Springfield East.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure newly hired employees were checked against the Employee Disqualification List. Resident records were not maintained for at least five years after discharge, and advance directives were not reviewed annually for some residents.
Deficiencies (3)
19 CSR 30-86.042(11)(B) EDL Inquiry: The facility failed to verify that newly hired employees were not listed on the Employee Disqualification List prior to contact with residents. The facility census was 38.
19 CSR 30-86.042(64) Resident Records Retention: The facility failed to maintain one resident's records for at least five years after discharge. The facility census was 38.
19 CSR 30-88.010(10) Advance Directive Requirements: The facility staff failed to review advance directives annually with two out of six sampled residents. The facility census was 38.
Report Facts
Facility census: 38
Number of sampled residents for advance directive review: 6
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Concierge A | Personnel | Failed to complete a check of the Employee Disqualification List |
| Program Outreach Director B | Personnel | Failed to complete a check of the Employee Disqualification List |
| LIMA C | Level One Medication Aide | Failed to complete a check of the Employee Disqualification List |
| Executive Director | Interviewed regarding missing documentation and responsibility for EDL checks and advance directives | |
| Director of Wellness | Interviewed regarding missing resident medical records and responsibility for advance directives |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 40
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Apr 14, 2021
Visit Reason
The document is a Plan of Correction following a medication system deficiency identified during a survey at Morningside of Springfield.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure a safe and effective medication system when a Level One Medication Aide took a resident's pain medication and the facility failed to follow up with additional training to prevent medication theft. The resident census was 40 at the time of the survey.
Deficiencies (1)
19 CSR 30-86.042(51) Safe/Effective Medication System: The facility failed to ensure a safe and effective medication system when a staff member took a resident's medication and the facility did not provide adequate follow-up training to prevent recurrence.
Report Facts
Resident census: 40
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 55
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Feb 6, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was a fire safety inspection conducted on February 6, 2019, to assess compliance with fire alarm system maintenance and wastebasket fire safety regulations.
Findings
The facility failed to test and maintain the complete fire alarm system as required by NFPA 72, 1999 edition, and did not use metal, UL, or FM fire-resistant wastebaskets as required. Observations showed multiple non-fire-resistant wastebaskets in resident rooms and the kitchen.
Deficiencies (2)
19 CSR 30-86.022(9)(C) Fire Alarm System-Test/Maintain. The facility failed to test and maintain the complete fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72, 1999 edition. No documentation was provided for the semiannual fire alarm inspection.
19 CSR 30-86.022(15)(A) Wastebaskets, Metal/UL/FM-Requirements. The facility failed to use metal, UL, or FM fire-resistant rated wastebaskets. Multiple non-fire-resistant plastic wastebaskets were observed in resident rooms and the kitchen.
Report Facts
Facility census: 55
Non-fire-resistant wastebaskets: 11
Large non-fire-resistant waste cans: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Melanie Brown | Executive Director | Signed the plan of correction document |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 60
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Jan 31, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate deficiencies related to physician orders, proper care, and food safety at Morningside of Springfield.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure staff transcribed treatment orders and physician orders accurately for one resident, and failed to maintain food in sound condition free from spoilage. The facility census was 60 during the inspection.
Deficiencies (2)
19 CSR 30-86.042(40) Physicians Orders & Proper Care: The facility failed to ensure staff transcribed treatment orders and medical administration records accurately for one resident and failed to document completion of treatments as ordered.
19 CSR 30-87.030(11) Food-Safe, Obtain From Appropriate Sources: The facility staff failed to ensure all food was in sound condition and free from spoilage as celery stored for use had dark brown and black substances present.
Report Facts
Facility census: 60
Groups of celery: 11
Celery stalks with black spotted substance: 6
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