Inspection Reports for The Gardens at Aldersgate LLC

3220 SW ALBRIGHT DRIVE, KS, 66614-4707

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Deficiencies per Year

16 12 8 4 0
2012
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2014
2015
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2021
High Moderate Low Unclassified

Census Over Time

40 80 120 160 200 Aug '12 Nov '13 Mar '15 Sep '16 Oct '18 Aug '20 Mar '21
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 May 7, 2021
Visit Reason
An offsite revisit survey was conducted on 5/7/21 to verify correction of all previous deficiencies cited on 3/15/21.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior inspection have been corrected as of the compliance date of 3/19/21, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Report Facts
Previous deficiencies compliance date: Mar 19, 2021
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 19, 2021
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to a prior survey's statement of deficiencies, outlining the facility's plan for substantial compliance with Federal Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
Findings
The facility reviewed policies and procedures related to medication storage and management, provided mandatory in-service training to nurses on medication identification, storage, and distribution, replaced insulin pens for two residents, and established ongoing compliance checks by Unit Managers and oversight by the Director of Nursing.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Issues related to the storage and management of medications, including insulin pens for two residents.D
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shirley BoltzContact person for Plan of Correction assistance
Carol GeorgeAdministratorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Felicia MajewskiModified the Plan of Correction
Lanae WorkmanAdded the Plan of Correction
Director of NursingDirector of NursingResponsible for compliance of the medication storage deficiency
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 135 Deficiencies: 1 Mar 15, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a Health Resurvey and complaint investigations for complaint numbers #159625, #160205, #160634, and #160358.
Findings
The facility failed to date insulin pens when opened or expired for two residents (R130 and R122) in two of eight medication carts, placing residents at risk for use of ineffective medications.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by complaint investigations #159625, #160205, #160634, and #160358.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to date insulin pens when opened or expired for Resident 130 and Resident 122 in two medication carts.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 135 Medication carts observed: 8
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nurse GLicensed NurseVerified Resident 130 received insulin daily and insulin pen lacked date
Licensed Nurse HLicensed NurseVerified Resident 122 received insulin daily and insulin pen lacked date
Administrative Nurse DAdministrative NurseStated nurses were to date insulin pens when opened and note expiration date
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Nov 17, 2020
Visit Reason
A Targeted Infection Control Survey/COVID-19 Focused Survey and an abbreviated complaint survey were conducted on 11/17/2020 for complaints #KS00156518.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19. No noncompliance was found and the facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Complaint Details
Complaint #KS00156518 was investigated during the abbreviated complaint survey and found to have no noncompliance.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Nov 17, 2020
Visit Reason
A Targeted Infection Control Survey/COVID-19 Focused Survey and an abbreviated complaint survey were conducted by the Kansas Department on Aging and Disability Services on behalf of CMS on 11/17/2020.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 preparation, and no noncompliance was found during the abbreviated complaint survey.
Complaint Details
An abbreviated complaint survey was conducted for complaints #KS00156518 and no noncompliance was found.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Oct 21, 2020
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted on 10/21/20 to verify correction of all previous deficiencies cited on 8/13/20.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior inspection have been corrected as of the compliance date of 8/27/20, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Report Facts
Previous deficiencies corrected: 0
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Sep 9, 2020
Visit Reason
A Targeted Infection Control Survey/COVID-19 Focused Survey was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 preparation.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Sep 9, 2020
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A Targeted Infection Control Survey/COVID-19 Focused Survey was conducted by KDADS on behalf of CMS on 09/09/2020 to assess compliance with recommended COVID-19 practices.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Aug 27, 2020
Visit Reason
The document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies related to Infection Control practices at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The facility reviewed and updated policies and procedures related to Infection Control, focusing on PPE use, chemical dwell times, and staff training. An in-facility survey was conducted by KDHE epidemiologists to monitor compliance, and ongoing monitoring by nursing leadership was established.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiency related to Infection Control practices, specifically PPE use, chemical dwell times, and staff training.
Report Facts
Date of Plan of Correction completion: Aug 27, 2020
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Robert GeistAdvanced EpidemiologistProvided in-facility survey and education on Infection Control practices
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 142 Deficiencies: 2 Aug 13, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was a Targeted Infection Control Survey/COVID-19 Focused Survey conducted by the Kansas Department on Aging and Disability Services on behalf of CMS, along with an abbreviated complaint survey for complaint #KS00155013.
Findings
The facility failed to follow standards of practice for personal protective equipment (PPE), including failure to change gowns between resident rooms on the isolation unit, improper PPE use inside the COVID unit, and failure to remove PPE before leaving the COVID unit. Additionally, the facility did not follow the manufacturer's directions for the cleaning solution's required wet time for disinfecting surfaces, placing residents at risk for transmission of COVID-19 and other communicable diseases.
Complaint Details
The abbreviated complaint survey was conducted on 08/13/2020 for complaint #KS00155013.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to change gowns between resident rooms on the isolation unit and improper PPE use inside the COVID unit.SS=E
Failure to follow manufacturer's directions for the cleaning solution's required wet time for disinfecting surfaces.SS=E
Report Facts
Census: 142 Wet time for disinfectant: 5
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Jul 21, 2020
Visit Reason
A Targeted Infection Control Survey/COVID-19 Focused Survey and an abbreviated complaint survey were conducted on 07/21/2020 for complaints #KS00152359 and KS00151564.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19. No noncompliance was found related to the complaints, and the facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Complaint Details
Complaints #KS00152359 and KS00151564 were investigated during the abbreviated complaint survey; no noncompliance was found.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Jul 21, 2020
Visit Reason
A Targeted Infection Control Survey/COVID-19 Focused Survey and an abbreviated complaint survey were conducted on 07/21/2020 by the Kansas Department on Aging and Disability Services on behalf of CMS.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 preparation, and no noncompliance was found during the abbreviated complaint survey.
Complaint Details
An abbreviated complaint survey was conducted for complaints #KS00152359 and KS00151564 with no noncompliance found.
Inspection Report Routine Census: 151 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 25, 2020
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control survey was conducted by Healthcare Management Solutions, LLC on behalf of the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS).
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483 subpart B.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 5 Supplemental: 0
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jun 25, 2020
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control survey was conducted by Healthcare Management Solutions, LLC on behalf of the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) on 06/25/20.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483 subpart B during the COVID-19 Focused Infection Control survey.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
COVID-19 Focused Infection Control survey
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 0 Jun 22, 2020
Visit Reason
The special infection control survey for COVID-19 was conducted at the facility on 06/22/2020.
Findings
The survey resulted in findings of no deficiency citations.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Aug 30, 2019
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted on 8/30/19 for all previous deficiencies cited on 7/23/19.
Findings
All deficiencies have been corrected as of the compliance date of 8/8/19, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Report Facts
Previous deficiencies cited: 1
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Aug 30, 2019
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted on 8/30/19 to verify correction of all previous deficiencies cited on 7/12/19.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior inspection have been corrected as of the compliance date of 8/5/19, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Report Facts
Previous deficiencies cited: 1
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Aug 5, 2019
Visit Reason
This document is a plan of correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to a prior survey's statement of deficiencies, outlining the facility's corrective actions to comply with Federal Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
Findings
The facility reviewed and updated policies related to medication administration and monitoring, educated staff involved in the cited deficiency, and implemented training for all staff to ensure compliance. The Director of Nursing is responsible for monitoring substantial compliance.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to follow policy and procedure on administration and monitoring of medication, specifically related to liquid Morphine MARs.D
Report Facts
Deficiency report ID: 2567
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Carol GeorgeAdministratorSubmitted the plan of correction
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 152 Deficiencies: 15 Jul 23, 2019
Visit Reason
Health Resurvey and Complaint Investigation #KS00135182 conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and investigate complaints.
Findings
The facility had multiple deficiencies including failure to maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment in a beauty shop, incomplete resident assessments, failure to revise care plans after incidents, inadequate restorative services, medication administration errors, unsanitary food preparation areas, infection control lapses, and failure to prevent accidents including falls and elopement.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #KS00135182 included a health resurvey with findings of multiple deficiencies related to safety, care planning, restorative services, medication administration, infection control, and environmental sanitation.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 10 SS=E: 5
Deficiencies (15)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to maintain the beauty shop heating/cooling unit and exhaust fan in good working order.SS=D
Failed to ensure comprehensive and accurate assessment of resident #109's hearing ability.SS=D
Failed to review and revise care plans for 7 residents regarding accidents, respiratory care, and incontinence.SS=E
Failed to provide restorative services for ambulation and range of motion to resident #95.SS=D
Failed to provide necessary assistance for personal hygiene related to shaving needs for resident #98.SS=D
Failed to provide consistent activity programs to meet the preferences of dependent cognitively impaired residents.SS=E
Failed to ensure resident #109 received necessary assistance to maintain hearing abilities with new hearing aides.SS=D
Failed to provide restorative services for range of motion exercises to resident #95.SS=D
Failed to provide immediate, appropriate interventions following falls for residents #47, #77, and #80 and failed to provide appropriate interventions following an elopement attempt for resident #59.SS=E
Failed to develop individualized toileting plans for residents #68 and #95 and failed to provide appropriate catheter care for resident #75.SS=D
Failed to provide proper sanitation of respiratory equipment for resident #113 and failed to provide safe oxygen therapy administration for resident #75.SS=D
Failed to administer medications as ordered for resident #59.SS=D
Failed to provide sanitary food preparation and storage in 3 kitchenettes and 1 activity kitchenette.SS=E
Failed to maintain a safe, sanitary, functional and comfortable environment in the Mulvane kitchenette due to black grime buildup on floors.SS=D
Failed to maintain an infection control program including proper hand hygiene during incontinence care, dressing changes, and topical medication administration for residents #103, #75, and #98.SS=E
Report Facts
Resident census: 152 Residents sampled: 31 Residents reviewed for ADLs: 4 Residents reviewed for accidents: 15 Residents reviewed for medication administration: 10 Residents reviewed for urinary incontinence/urinary catheter: 3 Episodes of continence: 22 Episodes of incontinence: 8 Episodes of incontinence: 24 Episodes of continence: 5 Episodes of continence: 1 Episodes of incontinence: 9 Episodes of continence: 13 Episodes of incontinence: 18 Episodes of continence: 3 Episodes of incontinence: 17 Episodes of incontinence: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff AAAdministrative StaffConfirmed vent needed painting and lack of exhaust fan in beauty shop
Staff RRDirect Care StaffInterviewed about resident #109 hearing aides
Staff VLicensed Nursing StaffInterviewed about resident #109 hearing aides and care plan
Staff DDAdministrative Nursing StaffInterviewed about resident #109 hearing aides and care plan
Staff CLicensed StaffInterviewed about fall interventions for resident #47
Staff AAdministrative StaffInterviewed about fall interventions and care plan revisions
Staff BBDirect Care StaffInterviewed about resident #68 activities and toileting
Staff WDirect Care StaffInterviewed about resident #68 continence and toileting
Staff XActivity StaffInterviewed about activity staffing and TV blue tone
Staff OOActivity StaffInterviewed about activity staffing shortages
Staff JDirect Care StaffObserved administering nebulizer treatment
Staff QLicensed Nursing StaffInterviewed about catheter care and dressing change hand hygiene
Staff KKDirect Care StaffObserved providing incontinence care and denture care
Staff LLDirect Care StaffObserved providing incontinence care and dressing change
Staff MMLicensed Nursing StaffInfection control responsible staff interviewed about hand hygiene
Staff BLicensed StaffInterviewed about medication administration and topical medication application
Staff IDirect Care StaffInterviewed about medication availability
Staff FDietary SupervisorInterviewed about kitchen cleanliness
Staff LLDirect Care StaffInterviewed about catheter care and hand hygiene
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 11 Jul 23, 2019
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to deficiencies cited in the deficiency report dated 7/23/2019. It outlines the facility's corrective actions to achieve substantial compliance with Federal Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
Findings
The Plan of Correction addresses multiple deficiencies related to safe/clean environment, comprehensive assessments, care plans, restorative programs, activities administration, accident hazards, individualized toileting plans, medical equipment sanitization, medication procurement and administration, and infection control. The facility has reviewed and revised policies and procedures, provided staff in-servicing, and assigned monitoring responsibilities to ensure compliance.
Severity Breakdown
D: 8 E: 3
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Safe/Clean/Comfortable/Homelike Environment - exhaust fan repair and AC/Heating unit paintingD
Comprehensive Assessments and hearing assessment accuracyD
Care Plans development and updates for fall prevention, bowel/bladder incontinence, and breathing treatmentE
Restorative Program reassessment and therapy provisionD
Activities and Administration of Activities meeting individual resident needsE
Increasing and prevention of decreasing Range of Motion (ROM) in residentsD
Accident Hazards, Supervision Devices, and interventionsE
Individualized toileting plans and care for residents with indwelling cathetersD
Handling and sanitizing of medical equipment, specifically respiratory equipmentD
Procurement, administration, and monitoring of medicationsD
Handwashing and Infection Control policies and proceduresD
Report Facts
Deficiency ID: 2567 Date of statement of deficiencies review: Aug 21, 2019 Date of Plan of Correction completion: Aug 21, 2019
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Carol GeorgeAdministratorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Janice Van GottenAdded the Plan of Correction
Felicia MajewskiModified the Plan of Correction
Director of NursingDirector of NursingResponsible for monitoring multiple deficiencies and staff in-servicing
Director of Environmental ServicesDirector of Environmental ServicesIn charge of education and follow-up for environmental safety and comfort
General ManagerGeneral ManagerResponsible for monitoring substantial compliance related to environment
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 153 Deficiencies: 1 Jul 12, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on multiple complaint investigation numbers (KS00143262, KS00142684, KS00142293, and KS00139974).
Findings
The facility failed to prevent a significant medication error when a narcotic pain relief medication was incorrectly transcribed and administered at an increased dose to one resident, resulting in emergency care and hospitalization. The error involved morphine sulfate, a Black Box Warning medication, and was caused by incorrect transcription into the electronic medication administration record.
Complaint Details
The findings represent the results of complaint investigations identified by numbers KS00143262, KS00142684, KS00142293, and KS00139974.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to prevent a significant medication error involving incorrect transcription and administration of morphine sulfate resulting in overdose and emergency hospitalization.SS=D
Report Facts
Resident census: 153 Medication dosage error: 10 Medication prescribed dose: 0.5 Medication administration error time: 2019
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Medication Assistant OCertified Medication AssistantReported mistakenly administering 5 ml morphine leading to overdose.
Licensed Nurse HLicensed NurseNotified physician and EMS after medication error; recorded nursing progress notes.
Administrative Nurse DAdministrative NurseAcknowledged transcription error and described corrective actions including staff in-service and post testing.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 3 Nov 5, 2018
Visit Reason
This revisit inspection was conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies have been corrected and to document the dates such corrective actions were accomplished.
Findings
The report shows that multiple deficiencies identified in prior inspections were corrected, with specific regulation citations and correction completion dates provided.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 26-41-204 (d)
Deficiency related to regulation 26-41-205 (g) (3)
Deficiency related to regulation 26-41-104 (d)
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 53 Deficiencies: 5 Oct 8, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a survey for re-licensure of the assisted living unit in Topeka, KS on 10/3/18, 10/4/18, and 10/8/18.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to ensure negotiated service agreements contained required information, improper medication administration practices, lack of proper labeling on over-the-counter medications, incomplete documentation of incidents, and inadequate disaster and emergency preparedness including failure to conduct quarterly reviews and an annual evacuation drill.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 3 SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Negotiated service agreements lacked the name of the licensed nurse responsible for implementation and supervision of the health care service plan for residents requiring health care services.SS=F
Medication aide administered medication not personally prepared by them, specifically pre-drawn morphine sulfate syringes.SS=D
Over-the-counter medications were not labeled with the full name of the resident on the packages or containers.SS=F
Documentation of incidents, including date, time, action taken, and results, was incomplete for a resident fall with head injury.SS=D
Failure to ensure quarterly review of the facility's emergency management plan with staff and residents and failure to conduct an annual evacuation drill.SS=F
Report Facts
Census: 53 Residents receiving health care services: 51 Residents receiving medication management: 50 OTC medication bottles in cart 'Purple': 59 OTC medication bottles in cart 'Blue': 50
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nurse #BLicensed NurseNamed in findings related to negotiated service agreements, medication administration, OTC medication labeling, and incident documentation
Operator #AFacility OperatorNamed in findings related to negotiated service agreements, incident documentation, and disaster preparedness
Licensed Nurse #CLicensed NurseObserved labeling OTC medication bottles with Licensed Nurse #B
Maintenance Staff #DMaintenance StaffInterviewed regarding disaster preparedness
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Sep 5, 2018
Visit Reason
An offsite revisit survey was conducted on 09/05/2018 for all previous deficiencies cited on 07/09/2018 to verify correction of prior deficiencies.
Findings
All deficiencies cited in the previous inspection have been corrected as of the compliance date of 08/08/2018, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Report Facts
Previous deficiencies cited: 1
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 5 Jul 18, 2018
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to a prior survey report dated 06/14/2018, outlining the facility's corrective actions to address alleged deficiencies.
Findings
The Plan of Correction details the facility's review and update of policies and procedures related to survey result postings, notification of the State Ombudsman, neuro checks after falls, physician notifications and treatment documentation, and medication use. Staff education and monitoring responsibilities are described for each deficiency.
Severity Breakdown
C: 1 D: 4
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Policy and signage related to posting of survey results updated; staff in-service conducted on survey result placement.C
Policies and procedures related to notification of the State Ombudsman and providing Notice for Transfer reviewed and staff educated.D
Policies and procedures related to completion of neuro checks after a fall reviewed; nurse educated and competency returned.D
Policies and procedures related to notification of physicians, treatment documentation, and monitoring of skin issues reviewed; staff educated.D
Policies and procedures related to unnecessary medications and physician rationale for continued use reviewed; medication changes made and staff educated.D
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jul 9, 2018
Visit Reason
A Health survey was conducted to determine if the facility is in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in the Medicare and/or Medicaid program.
Findings
The survey found a single isolated 'D' level deficiency that constitutes no actual harm but has potential for more than minimal harm and is not immediate jeopardy. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was accepted, and the facility was found to be in substantial compliance effective 2018-08-08.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
A 'D' level deficiency, isolated, constituting no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.D
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Lacey HunterLicensure and Certification Enforcement ManagerNamed as contact and signatory related to enforcement and plan of correction acceptance.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 147 Deficiencies: 5 Jun 14, 2018
Visit Reason
A Recertification Survey was conducted in conjunction with investigation of multiple complaint intake numbers to assess compliance with federal regulations.
Findings
The facility was found not to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483, Subpart B. Deficiencies included failure to make survey results readily accessible to residents, failure to send required transfer notices to the State Ombudsman, failure to follow neurological check protocols after a resident's fall, failure to notify a physician and document treatment for a resident's skin issue, and failure to ensure a resident's drug regimen was free from unnecessary medications.
Complaint Details
The survey included investigation of complaint intake numbers KS00105217, KS00111665, KS00113376, KS00120697, KS00121312, KS00123014, KS00128574, and KS00129701.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Survey results were not readily accessible to all 147 residents without staff assistance.
Facility failed to send 'Notice for Transfer' documents to the State Ombudsman's Office for two residents transferred to the hospital.
Failed to follow facility policy for neurological checks after an unwitnessed fall with suspected head injury for one resident.
Failed to notify physician, document treatment, and monitor skin issues for one resident with non-pressure skin issues.
Resident's drug regimen included unnecessary medications without adequate physician rationale.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 44 Residents transferred without notice to Ombudsman: 2 Neurological checks missed: 3 Resident cognitive score: 15 Resident cognitive score: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Social Services ManagerConfirmed failure to send transfer notices to State Ombudsman.
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding neurological checks and skin issue notification.
Licensed Practical Nurse #1Licensed Practical NurseUnaware of resident's skin issue until surveyor inquiry.
Elmhurst Court Unit ManagerCommented on lack of physician documentation for medication rationale.
AdministratorAdministratorAcknowledged ongoing issues with physician documentation and rationale.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Apr 30, 2018
Visit Reason
A complaint survey was conducted on 04/30/18 for complaint #KS00128624 and KS00125477.
Findings
The allegations made in the complaints were not substantiated. No noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Complaint Details
Complaint #KS00128624 and KS00125477 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Apr 30, 2018
Visit Reason
A complaint survey was conducted on 04/30/18 for complaint #KS00128624 and KS00125477.
Findings
The allegations made in the complaints were not substantiated. No noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Complaint Details
Complaints #KS00128624 and KS00125477 were investigated and found not substantiated.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Apr 30, 2018
Visit Reason
A complaint survey was conducted on 04/30/18 for complaint #KS00128624 and KS00125477.
Findings
The allegations made in the complaints were not substantiated. No noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Complaint Details
Complaint #KS00128624 and KS00125477 were investigated and found unsubstantiated.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Oct 17, 2017
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted on October 17, 2017 for all previous deficiencies cited on August 23, 2017.
Findings
All deficiencies have been corrected, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Sep 10, 2017
Visit Reason
This document is a plan of correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to a prior survey and complaint alleging deficient practices related to resident care and compliance with Federal Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to weight monitoring, meal intake, care plan development, and documentation. The facility outlines corrective actions including education for dietitians and direct care staff, policy updates, and ongoing monitoring for compliance.
Complaint Details
The plan references a complaint investigation related to Aldersgate Village dated 08/23/2017.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiency related to weight monitoring, meal intake, care plan development, and documentation (F325).
Report Facts
Date of resident discharge: Apr 29, 2017 Plan of correction review date: Sep 6, 2017 Plan of correction completion date: Sep 10, 2017
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shirley BoltzContact person for plan of correction assistance
LemapulemanuaAdministratorSubmitted the plan of correction
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 May 8, 2017
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously cited deficiencies have been corrected as documented on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction.
Findings
The revisit report confirms that the deficiencies previously reported under regulation numbers 483.10(g)(14) and 483.25(b)(1) were corrected as of 03/24/2017. No uncorrected deficiencies remain.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.10(g)(14)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(b)(1)
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 2
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 169 Deficiencies: 2 Mar 9, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a result of complaint investigations #111980, #111264, #112188, and #112410.
Findings
The facility failed to timely notify the physician of abnormal lab results for one resident, resulting in hospitalization for an infected wound. Additionally, the facility failed to provide appropriate interventions to prevent the development of an avoidable pressure ulcer caused by a neck brace for the same resident.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, involving investigations #111980, #111264, #112188, and #112410. The facility was found to have failed in timely physician notification and pressure ulcer prevention for resident #1.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1 SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to notify the physician of abnormal lab results indicating infection for resident #1.SS=D
Failed to provide appropriate interventions to prevent development of an avoidable pressure ulcer related to use of a neck brace for resident #1.SS=G
Report Facts
Resident census: 169 White blood cell count: 23600 Pressure ulcer wound size: 3.7 Pressure ulcer wound size: 4.1 Open wound size: 2 Open wound size: 1.5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Physician LPhysicianDiscovered critical lab results late and confirmed lack of timely notification.
Staff JLicensed Nursing StaffProvided information about resident's fall and wound development.
Staff DAdministrative Nursing StaffExpected timely notification of abnormal lab results by staff.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 1 Mar 9, 2017
Visit Reason
An abbreviated survey was conducted to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found a most serious deficiency at F314, 'G', indicating actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Due to these deficiencies, the facility will not be given an opportunity to correct before enforcement remedies are imposed, including denial of payment for new Medicare and Medicaid admissions.
Severity Breakdown
G: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Deficiency F314 related to Pressure Ulcers at a level of actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy.G
Report Facts
Denial of payment effective date: Mar 29, 2017 Noncompliance period: 6 Termination recommendation date: Sep 9, 2017 Civil Money Penalty minimum amount: 5000
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Caryl GillComplaint CoordinatorNamed in relation to complaint coordination and contact for questions regarding the matter.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 Mar 9, 2017
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to deficiencies cited in a complaint investigation survey conducted on March 9, 2017.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to physician notification and skin assessments under medical devices. The facility outlines corrective actions including re-education of licensed nurses, review of affected residents, and ongoing monitoring by the Director of Nursing to ensure compliance and prevent recurrence.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is in response to deficiencies cited during a complaint investigation survey (Aldersgate complaint 03092017).
Severity Breakdown
D: 1 G: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify physician timely regarding lab results for Resident #1D
Failure to complete skin assessments under medical devices for Resident #1G
Report Facts
Plan of Correction completion date: Mar 24, 2017 Quality Assurance Committee review date: Mar 15, 2017
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 4 Oct 25, 2016
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction had been corrected.
Findings
The revisit report indicates that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected as of 09/23/2016, with no uncorrected deficiencies remaining.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d), 483.20(k)(1)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(c)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.65
Report Facts
Date corrections completed: Sep 23, 2016
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 2 Oct 24, 2016
Visit Reason
This revisit inspection was conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies at Aldersgate Village were corrected and to document the dates such corrective actions were accomplished.
Findings
The report confirms that the deficiencies previously cited under regulations 26-41-101 (g) and 26-41-205 (h) were corrected as of 10/24/2016. No uncorrected deficiencies were noted in this revisit report.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency under regulation 26-41-101 (g)
Deficiency under regulation 26-41-205 (h)
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 Oct 20, 2016
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to a prior survey report, outlining corrective actions to address alleged deficiencies.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies including the posting of the Policy and Procedures manual location signs and the proper dating of insulin pens for residents, with corrective actions and ongoing monitoring described.
Severity Breakdown
C: 1 D: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Notice of availability sign for the location of the Policy and Procedures manual was not properly posted.C
Insulin pen for resident #4 was not dated when opened.D
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shirley BoltzContact person for Plan of Correction assistance
LemapulemanuaAdministratorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 52 Deficiencies: 2 Oct 18, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was an Assisted Living Healthcare Licensure resurvey to assess compliance with state regulations.
Findings
The facility failed to post a notice of the availability of policies and procedures in a place readily accessible to residents and failed to properly date opened insulin pens used for medication storage.
Severity Breakdown
Level C: 1 Level D: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure a notice of the availability of the policies and procedures in a place readily accessible to residents.Level C
Failed to ensure injectable insulin was dated upon opening in one of four opened insulin pens.Level D
Report Facts
Census: 52 Opened insulin pens inspected: 4
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 4 Sep 23, 2016
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to a revised complaint dated 09/06/2016, outlining the facility's plan for substantial compliance with Federal Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to individualized care plans, prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers, infection control practices including proper glove use, and monitoring of interventions. The facility outlines re-education of staff, ongoing monitoring by designated staff, and reporting to the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee to prevent recurrence.
Severity Breakdown
D: 3 E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Resident #2 care plan was not individualized for toileting.D
Resident #1 care plan lacked appropriate interventions for prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers.D
Resident #1 head to toe assessment and care plan updates were incomplete.D
Resident #1 antibiotic treatment and assessment timing issues.E
Report Facts
Deficiency tags: 4 Dates of care plan updates: July 21, 2016 and August 2, 2016 for Resident #1 Antibiotic treatment duration: 5
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Sep 6, 2016
Visit Reason
The visit was related to a complaint investigation resulting in a deficiency cited at F314 on September 6, 2016.
Findings
The deficiency initially cited at a 'G' level was lowered to a 'D' level deficiency following an Independent Informal Dispute Resolution on November 22, 2016.
Complaint Details
The deficiency cited at F314 was related to a complaint investigation and was downgraded from a 'G' level to a 'D' level after the IIDR process.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Deficiency cited at F314D
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Caryl GillComplaint CoordinatorNamed as the Complaint Coordinator who signed the letter regarding the deficiency level change.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 1 Sep 6, 2016
Visit Reason
An Abbreviated Survey was conducted on September 6, 2016, by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency to be F314 "G", CFR 483.25(c), indicating actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy related to pressure ulcers. Enforcement remedies including denial of payment for new Medicare and Medicaid admissions were imposed.
Severity Breakdown
G: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Noncompliance with F314, Pressure Ulcers, actual harm level "G"G
Report Facts
Denial of payment effective date: Sep 27, 2016 Compliance deadline: Mar 6, 2017
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Caryl GillRN, BSN, Complaint CoordinatorNamed in relation to complaint coordination and enforcement communication
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 180 Deficiencies: 4 Sep 6, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (#104353) to evaluate allegations related to care planning, pressure ulcer prevention and treatment, infection control, and related resident care.
Findings
The facility failed to develop individualized care plans for residents requiring toileting assistance and those with pressure ulcers. It also failed to update care plans after new pressure ulcers developed, provide timely and effective interventions to prevent and treat pressure ulcers, and prevent the spread of infection due to improper glove use during resident care.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (#104353) focused on care planning deficiencies, pressure ulcer prevention and treatment failures, and infection control breaches related to a resident with multiple pressure ulcers and wound infection.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to develop an individualized care plan for toileting for an incontinent and dependent resident.SS=D
Failed to update the care plan after development of pressure ulcers for a cognitively impaired dependent resident.SS=D
Failed to provide timely and effective interventions to prevent development of 5 facility-acquired pressure ulcers and to promote healing of existing pressure ulcers for a resident.SS=D
Failed to establish and maintain an infection control program to prevent spread of infection, specifically improper glove use during care of a resident with pressure ulcers and wound infection.SS=E
Report Facts
Census: 180 Residents sampled: 4 Pressure ulcers: 5 Weight loss: 34 BIMS score: 4 BIMS score: 12 Wound measurements: 5 Wound measurements: 6.3 Wound measurements: 2.5 Wound measurements: 1.4 Braden Scale score: 9 Braden Scale score: 8 Protein level: 5.3 Albumin level: 2.8
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff DAdministrative Nursing StaffExpected staff to develop toileting care plans, update care plans, and turn residents every hour.
Staff ILicensed Nursing StaffReported resident toileting needs, pressure ulcer care, and proper glove use.
Staff PDirect Care StaffProvided peri-care and was observed not changing gloves properly.
Staff QDirect Care StaffReported resident pressure ulcers and turning schedule.
Staff JLicensed Nursing StaffProvided peri-care and was observed not changing gloves properly.
Staff KLicensed Nursing StaffChanged dressings on resident's wounds.
Staff HLicensed Nursing StaffAssisted resident with nutritional drink and repositioning.
Staff RDirect Care StaffTurned and repositioned resident.
Staff ODirect Care StaffTurned and repositioned resident and changed protective pads.
Staff SDirect Care StaffPlaced pillow under resident's legs.
Staff DDLicensed Dietary StaffReported resident's poor appetite and hospice status.
Physician KKPhysicianExpected staff to turn residents every 2 hours and provide appropriate skin care.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 5 Aug 19, 2016
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to deficiencies cited during a prior inspection, addressing allegations for substantial compliance with Federal Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
Findings
The plan addresses multiple deficiencies including unexplained injuries, cleanliness issues, care plan updates for dialysis, fall prevention interventions, chemical storage security, and patio door alarm functionality. Staff education and ongoing monitoring by designated personnel are outlined to ensure compliance and prevent re-occurrence.
Severity Breakdown
D: 3 E: 2
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Resident #215’s fall on July 17, 2016, was self-reported to the state agency; staff education on investigating unexplained injuries is planned.D
Insects found in overhead fluorescent light and carpet cleanliness issues in multiple areas; cleaning schedules and staff education planned.E
Care plan for resident #149 updated with dialysis interventions; staff education on care plan workflow provided.D
Fall prevention interventions for residents #194 and #215 reviewed and implemented; chemicals secured in locked location.E
Battery replaced in alarm of east patio door; policy developed for daily checks and battery replacement schedule.D
Report Facts
Residents at potential risk: 28
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 4 Aug 19, 2016
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction have been corrected.
Findings
All deficiencies previously cited were corrected as of the revisit date, with corrections completed for multiple regulatory requirements.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.13(c)(1)(ii)-(iii), (c)(2)-(4)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.15(h)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(k)(3)(i)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(h)
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 1 Aug 19, 2016
Visit Reason
This report documents a revisit inspection conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies have been corrected and to confirm the date such corrective actions were accomplished.
Findings
The revisit report indicates that the previously cited deficiency related to regulation 26-40-303 (2)(a)(i)(ii)(iii) was corrected as of 08/19/2016. No other deficiencies or findings are noted.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 26-40-303 (2)(a)(i)(ii)(iii)
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 1 Aug 1, 2016
Visit Reason
A Health survey was conducted to determine if the facility is in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in the Medicare and/or Medicaid program.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiencies to be 'E' level deficiencies, pattern, constituting no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was accepted, and the facility was found to be in substantial compliance based on the credible allegation of compliance and the submitted plan.
Severity Breakdown
E: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Most serious deficiencies found were 'E' level deficiencies, pattern, constituting no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.E
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Irina StrakhovaLicensure Certification & Enforcement ManagerSigned letter regarding survey findings and plan of correction acceptance.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 174 Deficiencies: 1 Aug 1, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements, specifically focusing on the door monitoring system for resident safety.
Findings
The facility failed to provide a functioning door monitoring system on patio doors for two cognitively impaired and independently mobile residents. The patio door alarm was not routinely checked by staff, and maintenance logs lacked proper documentation for this door's monitoring.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to provide a functioning door monitoring system on patio doors for two cognitively impaired residents.Level D
Report Facts
Resident census: 174 Sample size: 23
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance Staff AARemoved the cover to the door alarm and stated maintenance staff did not check the patio door routinely
Maintenance Staff YStated uncertainty about when the door was last checked and that patio doors were not checked daily
Maintenance Staff ZStated staff checked the patio doors three times daily
Licensed Nursing Staff HStated nursing staff did not check the patio door alarm
Maintenance Staff BBStated it was nursing staff's responsibility to check the patio door alarm but denied documentation of completion
Administrative Nursing Staff AStated the patio door alarm was not checked routinely
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 1 Jun 2, 2016
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction have been corrected.
Findings
The report confirms that the previously cited deficiency with ID Prefix F0333 under regulation 483.25(m)(2) was corrected as of 04/20/2016. No other deficiencies or uncorrected issues are noted.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiency with ID Prefix F0333 under regulation 483.25(m)(2) corrected
Report Facts
Deficiency correction date: Apr 20, 2016
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 179 Deficiencies: 1 Apr 19, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (#98558) following a significant medication error involving a cognitively impaired resident who was given another resident's medications without physician orders.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate supervision and orientation to new licensed staff, resulting in a significant medication error that caused the transfer of a resident to an acute care hospital ICU for treatment. The error involved administering multiple cardiac and other medications intended for another resident with the same first name. The facility lacked a policy to ensure proper supervision of new licensed nursing staff during medication administration and failed to correctly identify residents prior to medication administration.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #98558. The medication error was substantiated by observations, interviews, and record reviews showing a cognitively impaired resident was given another resident's medications, resulting in emergency transfer and ICU admission.
Severity Breakdown
SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to provide adequate supervision and orientation to new licensed staff to prevent significant medication error involving wrong administration of another resident's medications.SS=G
Report Facts
Resident census: 179 Sample size: 4 Medication doses administered in error: 8 Dates: 2016
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed nursing staff ILicensed nursing staffAdministered the wrong medications to resident #2 during orientation on 3/21/16.
Licensed nursing staff KLicensed nursing staffProvided orientation to licensed nursing staff I and observed the medication error on 3/21/16.
Licensed nursing staff JLicensed nursing staffReported being hired in March and described medication administration procedures.
Licensed nursing staff GLicensed nursing staffReported receiving supervision and training for medication administration.
Direct care staff NDirect care staffReported use of resident photos on EMAR for medication identification.
Direct care staff ODirect care staffReported orientation and training for medication administration and use of photos on EMAR.
Licensed nursing staff HLicensed nursing staffObserved resident symptoms during medication error event and described facility practices.
Administrative nursing staff EAdministrative nursing staffDescribed orientation process and efforts to separate residents with same names.
Administrative nursing staff DAdministrative nursing staffReported expectation that preceptor/mentor stay with new staff during medication administration.
Physician consultant FFPhysician consultantProvided medical opinion on resident's condition and treatment following medication error.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 1 Apr 19, 2016
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An Abbreviated Survey was conducted on April 19, 2016, by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency at a level of actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy, requiring corrections. Due to this and a history of noncompliance from a prior survey on February 22, 2016, the facility will not be given an opportunity to correct deficiencies before enforcement remedies are imposed, including denial of payment for new Medicare and Medicaid admissions effective May 10, 2016.
Severity Breakdown
Level of actual harm: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Deficiency at a level of actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy requiring correctionsLevel of actual harm
Report Facts
Denial of payment effective date: May 10, 2016 Prior survey date: Feb 22, 2016 Compliance deadline: Oct 19, 2016 Civil Money Penalty minimum: 5000 IDR submission deadline: 10 Hearing request deadline: 60
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Caryl GillComplaint CoordinatorNamed in relation to instructions for Informal Dispute Resolution and contact for questions
Lisa HauptmanCMS ContactContact person for questions regarding the matter
Darla McCloskeyBranch Manager, Division of Survey & CertificationAuthorized the letter
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 4 Apr 5, 2016
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction have been corrected.
Findings
All previously cited deficiencies related to regulations 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2), 483.25(h), 483.30(a), and 483.75(o)(1) were corrected as of 03/12/2016.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(h)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.30(a)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.75(o)(1)
Report Facts
Date corrections completed: Mar 12, 2016
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Mar 24, 2016
Visit Reason
The plan of correction was submitted in response to deficiencies identified during a survey related to medication administration and facility orientation processes.
Findings
Resident #2 was sent to the hospital for evaluation and returned to the facility. Deficiencies included issues with medication administration by a nurse during orientation and the need to improve the facility's orientation process and medication cart functionality.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Medication administration errors by a nurse during orientation and issues with medication cart wheels impacting efficiency and accuracy.
Report Facts
Date resident sent to hospital: Mar 24, 2016 Date wheels placed back on medication carts: Mar 31, 2016 Date nurse removed from medication cart: Mar 21, 2016
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 1 Mar 18, 2016
Visit Reason
A Life Safety Code survey was conducted by the State Fire Marshal's Office to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiencies in the facility to be at an 'F' level, indicating no harm with potential for more than minimal harm but not immediate jeopardy. A plan of correction was required and remedies including denial of payments and possible termination of provider agreement were recommended if substantial compliance is not achieved.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Most serious deficiencies found at 'F' level with no harm but potential for more than minimal harm, not immediate jeopardy.F
Report Facts
Effective date for denial of payments: Jun 18, 2016 Provider agreement termination date: Sep 18, 2016 Plan of correction submission timeframe: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Irina StrakhovaLicensure Certification & Enforcement ManagerSigned the report and mentioned in relation to enforcement and certification
Brenda McNortonDirector of Fire Prevention DivisionContact person for Informal Dispute Resolution process
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 4 Mar 12, 2016
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to a complaint survey (Event ID 6PL811) outlining corrective actions to address alleged deficiencies identified during the complaint investigation.
Findings
The plan addresses multiple deficiencies related to care plan revisions, fall prevention and management, staffing schedule accuracy, and Quality Assurance and Assessment processes. The facility describes actions taken including resident care plan reviews, staff education, policy updates, removal and evaluation of equipment, and implementation of monitoring and reporting systems to ensure compliance and prevent recurrence.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is in response to a complaint investigation identified by Event ID 6PL811. The facility disputes the legitimacy of the survey findings but outlines corrective actions to address the alleged deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1 H: 1 F: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to revise and implement appropriate care plans for residents.D
Inadequate fall prevention and management practices including improper use of assistive devices and bedside commode policies.H
Inaccurate staffing schedules not reflecting appropriate licensed staff on duty.F
Failure to ensure residents' needs are met and follow-up on unmet needs through social services and Quality Assessment and Assurance processes.F
Report Facts
Deficiency tags: 4 Plan of Correction monitoring period: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shirley BoltzContact person for Plan of Correction assistance
LemapulemanuaAdministratorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 176 Deficiencies: 4 Feb 22, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial extended complaint investigation involving multiple complaint investigations.
Findings
The facility failed to review and revise care plans for residents with significant changes in condition, failed to provide adequate supervision and assistive devices to prevent accidents for multiple cognitively impaired residents, failed to provide sufficient nursing staff to meet resident needs, and failed to maintain an effective quality assurance committee to address identified deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The inspection was a partial extended complaint investigation involving complaint investigations #89653, 89883, 91498, 94470, 94612, 94638, 94639, 95223, 96546, 96642, 96928 and 97190.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1 SS=H: 1 SS=F: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to review and revise care plans for resident #3 placed in isolation for infection and resident #6 who experienced a significant change of condition with activities of daily living.SS=D
Failed to provide supervision and assistive devices to prevent accidents for 6 of 8 residents reviewed, including falls resulting in multiple fractures and injuries.SS=H
Failed to provide sufficient nursing staff to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.SS=F
Failed to maintain an effective quality assurance committee that developed and implemented appropriate plans of action to correct identified quality of care and quality of life concerns.SS=F
Report Facts
Resident census: 176 Residents requiring two staff assistance: 55 Fall risk assessment scores: 10 Fall risk assessment scores: 12 Fall risk assessment scores: 21 Fall risk assessment scores: 13 Fall risk assessment scores: 25 Fall risk assessment scores: 27 Number of falls: 9 Fall duration: 280
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 1 Feb 12, 2016
Visit Reason
An abbreviated survey was conducted to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency to be at a level of actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy, requiring corrections. Based on this and the facility's history of noncompliance from a prior survey on March 13, 2015, the facility was not given an opportunity to correct deficiencies before enforcement remedies were imposed.
Complaint Details
The action is based on deficiencies found on the current survey and a complaint survey conducted on March 13, 2015.
Severity Breakdown
Level of actual harm: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Noncompliance with F 323, CFR 483.25(h) resulting in Substandard Quality of CareLevel of actual harm
Report Facts
Denial of payment effective date: Mar 14, 2016 Termination recommendation date: Aug 12, 2016 Civil Money Penalty minimum amount: 5000 Timeframe for hearing request: 60 Timeframe for IDR request: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary Jane KennedyComplaint CoordinatorNamed in relation to instructions for Informal Dispute Resolution and contact for questions
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 1 May 7, 2015
Visit Reason
This revisit report documents the correction of deficiencies previously reported during an earlier survey, verifying that corrective actions were accomplished.
Findings
The report confirms that the previously identified deficiency with ID prefix S1364 related to regulation 26-40-305 (3) was corrected as of 03/20/2015.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiency with ID prefix S1364 related to regulation 26-40-305 (3)
Report Facts
Deficiency correction date: Mar 20, 2015
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 May 7, 2015
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously identified deficiencies reported on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction have been corrected.
Findings
The report documents that all previously cited deficiencies have been corrected as of the dates listed, with no uncorrected deficiencies remaining.
Report Facts
Deficiency correction dates: 7
Inspection Report Enforcement Deficiencies: 1 Mar 13, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found deficiencies at a level of actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy, with a history of noncompliance from a prior survey in 2013. Enforcement remedies including denial of payment for new Medicare admissions were imposed effective April 5, 2015.
Severity Breakdown
Level of actual harm: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Deficiency related to pressure ulcers (F314) indicating noncompliance with prevention and care requirements.Level of actual harm
Report Facts
Enforcement effective date: Apr 5, 2015 Noncompliance correction deadline: Sep 13, 2015 Civil Money Penalty minimum amount: 5000
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Irina StrakhovaEnforcement CoordinatorNamed as Enforcement Coordinator for the survey
Gregg BrandushBranch Manager, Division of Survey & CertificationAuthorized the enforcement letter
Inspection Report Census: 184 Deficiencies: 1 Mar 9, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was a Health Licensure Resurvey to assess compliance with electrical safety requirements related to hydrotherapy equipment.
Findings
The facility failed to have the Physical Therapy hydrocollator plugged into a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet for one of three days observed during the survey. The facility's policy did not address the requirement for GFCI protection.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to have the hydrocollator plugged into a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 184 Sample size: 20
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
maintenance staffInterviewed and confirmed the hydrocollator was plugged into a standard electrical outlet
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 3 Jan 1, 2015
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously identified deficiencies reported on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction have been corrected.
Findings
The revisit confirmed that the deficiencies previously cited under regulations 483.15(a), 483.25(h), and 483.35(i) were corrected as of 01/01/2015.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.15(a)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(h)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.35(i)
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 3
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 3 Dec 10, 2014
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified during a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to meal service timing, securing galley kitchen doors, and proper labeling and dating of food items in kitchens. Corrective actions include staff training, daily audits, and ongoing monitoring reported to the facility's Quality Assurance/Assessment committee.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is related to a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Severity Breakdown
E: 1 D: 1 F: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to serve residents immediately upon arrival to their dining room table.E
Galley kitchen door was not closed and locked, posing risk to cognitively impaired/mobile residents.D
Outdated or unlabeled food items found in kitchens.F
Report Facts
Dates for completion of corrective actions: Jan 1, 2015 Date statement of deficiencies taken to committee: Dec 10, 2014
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 1 Dec 3, 2014
Visit Reason
An abbreviated survey was conducted to determine if the facility is in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in the Medicare and/or Medicaid program.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency to be an 'F' level deficiency indicating no actual harm but with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was accepted, and the facility was found to be in substantial compliance based on the credible allegation of compliance.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Most serious deficiency was an 'F' level deficiency indicating no actual harm but potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.F
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary Jane KennedyComplaint CoordinatorNamed as the contact person for the survey and certification.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 180 Deficiencies: 4 Dec 2, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation covering multiple complaint numbers (#73647, 75580, 75852, 77422, and 78789).
Findings
The facility failed to promote dignity and respect during meal service for dependent residents, failed to ensure a safe environment and supervision to prevent accidents, and failed to store, prepare, and serve food in a sanitary manner on the Eastminister unit.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by complaint investigations #73647, 75580, 75852, 77422, and 78789.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1 SS=D: 1 SS=F: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to promote dignity of six dependent residents during dining service on the Eastminister unit.SS=E
Failed to ensure the resident environment was free of accident hazards and provide adequate supervision for two cognitively impaired independently mobile residents on the Eastminister neighborhood.SS=D
Failed to ensure supervision and safety to prevent burns from hot water for two cognitively impaired independently mobile residents on the Eastminister unit.SS=F
Failed to store, prepare, and serve food in a sanitary manner, including serving expired juices and unlabeled pureed meals in the kitchenette for the Eastminister unit.SS=F
Report Facts
Census: 180 Residents on Eastminister unit: 38 Expired juice containers: 4 Unlabeled pureed meals: 4 Water temperatures: Array
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dietary staff DDServed residents in dining room and delivered food service.
Direct care staff MDelivered room trays and assisted residents with meals.
Direct care staff NDelivered room trays and prepared glasses of juice.
Direct care staff QAssisted residents during meal service and reported nursing staff delivered trays before assisting residents.
Dietary staff CCReported on expired juices and unlabeled meals, exited kitchenette leaving door open.
Consultant dietary staff GGReported kitchen did not make enough altered texture diets.
Dietary staff FFReferred to dry-erase board for pureed diet counts.
Consultant dietary staff EEReviewed dietary lists and confirmed expired juices and unlabeled meals.
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 1 Sep 17, 2014
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A Life Safety Code survey was conducted by the State Fire Marshal's Office to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency to be an 'F' level deficiency, widespread, with no harm but potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Remedies including denial of payments and possible termination of provider agreement were recommended if substantial compliance is not achieved.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Most serious deficiency found was an 'F' level deficiency, widespread, with no harm but potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.F
Report Facts
Effective date for denial of payments: Dec 17, 2014 Provider agreement termination date: Mar 17, 2015 Plan of correction submission timeframe: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Carl NoyesAdministratorNamed as facility administrator in relation to the survey
Brenda McNortonDirector of Fire Prevention DivisionContact for Informal Dispute Resolution process
Irina StrakhovaEnforcement CoordinatorSigned the enforcement letter
Joe EwertCommissionerMentioned in correspondence copy
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 Sep 8, 2014
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This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously identified deficiencies reported on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction have been corrected.
Findings
The revisit report shows that deficiencies identified under regulations 483.10(b)(11) and 483.25(m)(2) were corrected as of 09/08/2014.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.10(b)(11)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(m)(2)
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 2
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 Aug 27, 2014
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified in a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to timely family notification following resident accidents and medication administration practices, including changes to medication administration locations and staff monitoring.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is related to a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Severity Breakdown
D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to timely notify family/DPOA of resident accidents involving injury or significant change.D
Medication administration errors related to administering medications only in resident rooms and failure to follow the 6 rights.D
Report Facts
Complete Date for F0000: Sep 10, 2014 Complete Date for F157-D: Sep 8, 2014 Complete Date for F333-D: Sep 8, 2014 Mandatory Skills Fair Dates: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Shirley BoltzContact for Plan of Correction assistance
Irina StrakhovaAdded and modified the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 186 Deficiencies: 2 Aug 18, 2014
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (#77241) regarding failure to notify a resident's legal representative after a medication administration error.
Findings
The facility failed to notify the legal representative of a resident after a medication error where the resident received another resident's medication, resulting in low blood pressure and hospitalization. The facility also administered medication without a physician's order.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation #77241 found that the facility failed to notify the legal representative of resident #1 after a medication error. The resident received another resident's medication, experienced low blood pressure, and required hospitalization. The facility investigation confirmed these findings.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify the resident's legal representative following a medication administration error.SS=D
Failure to administer medication as physician ordered, resulting in significant medication error.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 186 Residents on Eastminister unit: 38 Residents reviewed for medication administration: 3 Medication dosage: 50
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed nursing staff JLicensed Nursing StaffReported notification procedures after medication error
Licensed nursing staff KLicensed Nursing StaffReported notification procedures after medication error
Administrative nursing staff DAdministrative Nursing StaffReported failure to notify resident's responsible party after medication error
Licensed nursing staff ILicensed Nursing StaffReported notification procedures after medication error
Licensed nursing staff HLicensed Nursing StaffReported not notifying resident's responsible party about medication error
Consultant pharmacist HHConsultant PharmacistReported pharmacy observations and training related to medication errors
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 1 Aug 18, 2014
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An abbreviated survey was conducted to determine if the facility is in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in the Medicare and/or Medicaid program.
Findings
The survey found 'D' level deficiencies indicating no actual harm but with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was accepted, and the facility was found to be in substantial compliance effective September 8, 2014.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
'D' level deficiencies constituting no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.D
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 1 May 5, 2014
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This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously identified deficiencies reported on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction had been corrected.
Findings
The revisit confirmed that the deficiency identified under regulation 483.25 (ID Prefix F0309) was corrected as of 05/05/2014.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiency under regulation 483.25 previously cited was corrected.
Report Facts
Deficiency correction date: May 5, 2014
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Apr 23, 2014
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified in a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The plan addresses the use of protective coverings (geri-sleeves changed to tuba grip) for resident #7 to prevent skin injuries, updates to resident care plans and physician orders, development of a skin tear prevention policy, and monitoring through daily risk reviews and Quality Assurance committee reports.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is related to a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Use of geri-sleeves (changed to tuba grip) for resident #7 to prevent skin injuries, with updated care plans and physician orders.D
Report Facts
Complete Date for F0000: Apr 23, 2014 Complete Date for F309-D: May 5, 2014
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Shirley BoltzContact for Plan of Correction assistance
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 188 Deficiencies: 1 Apr 11, 2014
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation covering multiple complaint investigations (#72220, 72586, 72952, and 74441).
Findings
The facility failed to prevent the development of multiple skin tears for one resident (#7) who required extensive assistance and protective arm sleeves as ordered. Staff failed to consistently apply the protective Geri-sleeves, resulting in repeated skin tears and injuries to the resident's left hand.
Complaint Details
The findings represent the results of complaint investigations #72220, 72586, 72952, and 74441. The complaint was substantiated by the facility's failure to implement ordered interventions to prevent skin tears.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to prevent multiple skin tears for a resident requiring extensive assistance and protective arm sleeves.SS=D
Report Facts
Resident census: 188 Residents sampled: 7 Residents reviewed for accidents: 4 Size of skin tear: 3 Size of wound area: 2.5 Size of second wound area: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Administrative nursing staff DReported failure to place Geri-sleeves on resident as ordered and care planned.
Direct care staff PReported staff placed Geri-sleeves on resident's arms in the morning.
Direct care staff OReported staff placed Geri-sleeves on resident's arms in the morning and removed at night.
Licensed nursing staff HReported resident experienced another skin tear on the left hand.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 Jan 22, 2014
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This revisit report documents the follow-up inspection to verify correction of previously reported deficiencies at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The report shows that previously cited deficiencies identified by regulation numbers 26-40-303 (b)(i)(ii)(iii)(iv)(c) and 26-40-303 (g)(i)(ii)(iii) were corrected as of 12/13/2013.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 26-40-303 (b)(i)(ii)(iii)(iv)(c)
Deficiency related to regulation 26-40-303 (g)(i)(ii)(iii)
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 10 Jan 22, 2014
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This is a post-certification revisit to verify that previously cited deficiencies have been corrected as documented on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction.
Findings
All previously reported deficiencies identified by regulation numbers and prefix codes were corrected by 12/13/2013 as verified during this revisit.
Deficiencies (10)
Description
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.15(f)(1)
Deficiency identified under regulations 483.20(d), 483.20(k)(1)
Deficiency identified under regulations 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2)
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.25
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.25(c)
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.25(d)
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.25(h)
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.25(m)(1)
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.30(a)
Deficiency identified under regulation 483.65
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 10
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 11 Dec 13, 2013
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by the facility in response to deficiencies identified during a prior inspection, outlining corrective actions to address care plan updates, staff training, and safety interventions.
Findings
The plan details multiple corrective actions including updating resident care plans to address wandering, agitation, pain, falls, pressure ulcers, and incontinence; staff training on behavior management, hydration, medication administration, and infection control; and implementation of environmental safety measures such as door locks and call light systems.
Severity Breakdown
D: 7 E: 4 G: 1
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Care plan updates to include previous life roles, interventions for wandering behaviors, agitation, pain, and toileting needsD
Staff training/retraining on engaging residents in meaningful experiences and managing difficult behaviorsD
Implementation of hydration program and monitoring complianceD
Tissue tolerance testing and pressure ulcer prevention interventions including Braden assessmentsG
Training on pericare and incontinence management proceduresD
Fall prevention interventions and installation of magnetic door locks with keypadE
Counseling on medication administration and med pass observation auditsD
Assignment of additional direct caregivers and review of call light response timesD
Infection control education and audits of linen deliveryE
Installation of new call lights with audible signals and additional pull stationsE
Securing wireless call system to prevent disconnectionD
Report Facts
Training dates: Dec 7, 2013 Training dates: Dec 9, 2013 Training dates: Dec 5, 2013 Audit frequency: 2 Audit frequency: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Shirley BoltzContact for Plan of Correction assistance
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 186 Deficiencies: 4 Nov 21, 2013
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The inspection was a Health Resurvey conducted to assess compliance with nursing facility support system requirements, specifically regarding emergency call systems and wireless call system functionality.
Findings
The facility failed to provide audible call signals in soiled and clean utility rooms on one unit and lacked emergency call systems in resident showers on one unit. Additionally, the wireless call system malfunctioned for 27 residents on the Westminster unit, with delays in call signal alerts and failure to escalate unanswered calls to other staff.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 2 SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to provide an audible call signal in 2 soiled and 1 clean utility rooms on 1 of 8 units for 1 of 4 days onsite.SS=E
Failed to provide emergency call system in resident showers for 1 of 8 units for 4 of 4 days onsite.SS=E
Failed to ensure the wireless call system functioned for 27 residents on Westminster unit for 1 of 4 days onsite.SS=D
Failed to ensure if a wireless call signal went unanswered for 3 minutes, the signal progressed to another workstation not designated to receive the original call.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 186 Residents affected: 27 Units affected: 1 Days observed: 4
Inspection Report Renewal Deficiencies: 0 Nov 21, 2013
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The inspection was a licensure resurvey conducted to assess compliance for renewal of the facility's license.
Findings
The licensure resurvey at Aldersgate Village resulted in no deficiencies.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 1 Jul 22, 2013
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This is a post-certification revisit conducted to verify that previously reported deficiencies have been corrected as indicated on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction.
Findings
The revisit confirmed that the deficiency identified under regulation 483.25(h) with ID prefix F0323 was corrected as of 07/22/2013.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Deficiency under regulation 483.25(h) previously cited
Report Facts
Deficiency correction date: Jul 22, 2013
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 169 Deficiencies: 1 Jun 26, 2013
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to allegations identified by complaint investigation numbers #KS00063467 and #KS00066230.
Findings
The facility failed to implement effective fall prevention interventions for a high-risk resident who fell and sustained a nose fracture. Observations and interviews revealed staff did not follow care plan instructions to stay within arm's reach of the resident while toileting, contributing to the fall and injury.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation identified failures in supervision and fall prevention for resident #1, who had multiple prior falls and was at high risk. The resident fell on 5/25/13 while unattended on the toilet, resulting in injury. Staff interviews confirmed noncompliance with care plan interventions.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to implement effective interventions to prevent falls for a resident who fell and sustained a nose fracture.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 169 Sample size: 7 Fall risk assessments: 3 Date of fall: May 25, 2013
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Direct care staff DInterviewed and observed not staying within arm's reach of resident while toileting.
Administrative nursing staff AInterviewed regarding staff education and expectations for resident care.
Direct care staff CInterviewed stating he/she stayed with the resident at all times during toileting.
Licensed care staff BInterviewed stating expectation for staff to stay with resident at all times.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 Jun 7, 2013
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This is a post-certification revisit to verify that previously reported deficiencies have been corrected as indicated on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction.
Findings
The report confirms that deficiencies previously cited under regulations 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2), and 483.25(h) have been corrected as of the revisit date.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(h)
Report Facts
Correction completion date: Jun 7, 2013 Follow-up survey completion date: May 17, 2013
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 May 17, 2013
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies cited during a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to the use of mechanical lifts and sling sizes for residents, including updates to care plans and 24-hour report sheets, staff training, and ongoing audits to ensure compliance.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is related to a complaint investigation identified by event ID SDCG11 and complaint ID 051713.
Severity Breakdown
D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Resident #1 and #3 care plan has been updated to ensure correct mechanical lift and sling size.D
The hygiene lift sling was removed from resident #1's room and care plans updated to use the small lift sling for transfers.D
Report Facts
Complete Date: Jun 12, 2013 Complete Date: Jun 7, 2013 Training Dates: 42526
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Shirley BoltzContact for Plan of Correction assistance
Irina StrakhovaAdded Plan of Correction on 05/20/2013
Mary Jane KennedyModified Plan of Correction on 05/28/2013
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 180 Deficiencies: 2 May 17, 2013
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (#65351) regarding the facility's failure to revise care plans and ensure appropriate use of mechanical lift slings for residents.
Findings
The facility failed to revise care plans for 2 of 3 sampled residents to reflect changes in transfer methods and sling sizes. The facility also failed to thoroughly assess the appropriateness of mechanical lift slings, resulting in a resident falling through the bottom of a sling and sustaining a head injury. Staff training and communication regarding sling use were inadequate, and the facility lacked a formal system to assess sling appropriateness prior to the incident.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #65351 focused on care plan revisions and safety related to mechanical lift sling use. The complaint was substantiated with findings of care plan deficiencies and safety hazards leading to a resident injury.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to revise care plans for residents to reflect changes in transfer methods and sling sizes.SS=D
Failure to ensure resident environment was free of accident hazards and provide adequate supervision and devices to prevent accidents, specifically related to mechanical lift sling use.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 180 Residents using full body slings: 16 Residents sampled for transfers: 3 Resident #1 MDS date: Mar 27, 2013 Resident #3 MDS date: Feb 12, 2013 Fall assessment scores: 14 Fall assessment scores: 16
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 Feb 9, 2013
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This visit was conducted as a post-certification revisit to verify that previously identified deficiencies had been corrected.
Findings
The report shows that deficiencies previously cited under regulations 483.10(b)(11) and 483.65 were corrected as of 02/09/2013.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.10(b)(11)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.65
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 2
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 Jan 16, 2013
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified in a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to physician notification for changes in resident conditions and proper cleaning procedures for isolation rooms, including training for nursing and housekeeping staff and ongoing compliance monitoring.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is related to a complaint investigation identified by Event ID P30811 and Complaint ID 011113.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1 E: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify physician and family of change in condition for residents #1 and #2, and inadequate physician notification procedures.D
Housekeeping staff did not follow proper cleaning procedures for resident room #4 in contact isolation (C.diff).E
Report Facts
Deficiency completion dates: Feb 9, 2013 Deficiency completion date: Feb 1, 2013
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 181 Deficiencies: 2 Jan 11, 2013
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on complaint investigation numbers #62923, #62939, and #62387.
Findings
The facility failed to promptly notify physicians and family members regarding significant changes and transfers of residents, specifically for two residents with serious health issues. Additionally, the facility lacked an effective infection control program, failing to perform ongoing surveillance for diarrhea and Clostridium difficile infections and did not properly clean the room of a resident in isolation.
Complaint Details
The investigation was triggered by complaints #62923, #62939, and #62387. The facility failed to notify physicians timely about a resident's diarrhea and bleeding and failed to notify family members about hospital transfers. The facility also failed to maintain an effective infection control program to prevent spread of infections including Clostridium difficile.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to promptly notify the resident's physician regarding loose stools and failed to notify family when a resident was transferred to a hospital.SS=D
Failed to establish and maintain an infection control program that performed surveillance and investigation to prevent infection spread and failed to effectively clean the room of a resident in isolation.SS=E
Report Facts
Resident census: 181 Residents on Mulvane unit: 24 Residents with loose stools/diarrhea on Mulvane unit: 12 Prothrombin time: 46.1 INR: 4.8 Coumadin dosage: 7.5 Coumadin dosage: 5 Imodium dosage: 2 Imodium max tablets: 8
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 10 Oct 4, 2012
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This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously identified deficiencies from the prior survey were corrected as of the revisit date.
Findings
The report shows that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected by the specified dates, with no uncorrected deficiencies noted at the time of this revisit.
Deficiencies (10)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d), 483.20(k)(1)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(a)(3)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(d)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(e)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(h)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(l)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.35(i)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.55(b)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.60(b), (d), (e)
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 10
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 10 Sep 1, 2012
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to deficiencies cited in a prior inspection report.
Findings
The plan addresses multiple deficiencies including updating care plans for residents, ensuring individualized hygiene and toileting programs, fall prevention measures, behavior monitoring for psychoactive medications, dining service sanitation, oral hygiene assessments, and medication vial management.
Severity Breakdown
D: 8 G: 1 F: 1
Deficiencies (10)
DescriptionSeverity
Care plan for resident #194 to include lower extremities range of motion program and audit of restorative services.D
Care plan for resident #1 updated to include individualized approaches addressing personal preferences.D
Individualized hygiene program developed for resident #1 including therapy baths and grooming approaches.D
Direct care staff educated on toileting assistance and peri-care; audits on incontinence and toileting programs.D
Audit of restorative programs for residents; screening by skilled therapy for restorative needs.D
Fall prevention measures including audits of shift change logs, placement of alarms, and non-skid bath mats.G
Behavior monitoring sheets updated for psychoactive medications; staff training scheduled.D
Mandatory inservice for dining services staff on food handling, sanitation, and hair/beard restraints.F
Dental appointment scheduled and oral hygiene audits to identify dental needs; weekly risk assessments.D
Procedure added for checking dates on open medication vials; staff training and audits for compliance.D
Report Facts
Date of mandatory inservice: Aug 27, 2012 Date of dental appointment: Aug 17, 2012 Date of fall prevention inservice: Aug 30, 2012 Date of dining services inservice: Aug 14, 2012
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 171 Deficiencies: 10 Aug 13, 2012
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Health Resurvey and Complaint Investigation conducted under the Quality Indicator Survey process to assess compliance with care plan development, resident rights, ADL care, urinary incontinence care, restorative services, fall prevention, medication monitoring, food sanitation, dental services, and medication storage.
Findings
The facility failed to develop comprehensive care plans for restorative services and resident preferences, provide adequate grooming and oral care, offer toileting and perineal care after incontinence, provide restorative services to lower extremities, utilize fall interventions resulting in a hip fracture, maintain sanitary food preparation and storage, obtain ordered dental consultation, monitor behavioral medications, and label opened insulin vials with dates.
Complaint Details
The inspection was conducted as a Health Resurvey and Complaint Investigation under the Quality Indicator Survey process. Specific complaints included failure to develop care plans, inadequate grooming and oral care, failure to provide toileting and perineal care, failure to provide restorative services, fall prevention failures resulting in injury, medication monitoring failures, food sanitation issues, failure to obtain dental consultation, and medication storage issues.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 8 SS=F: 1 SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (10)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to develop a comprehensive care plan regarding restorative services for a resident with decreased range of motion.SS=D
Failed to individualize the care plan to reflect resident preferences for oral care, shaving, and catheter bag placement.SS=D
Failed to provide adequate grooming and oral care for a dependent resident.SS=D
Failed to offer toileting to a resident and failed to provide complete perineal care after incontinence for another resident.SS=D
Failed to provide restorative services to the lower extremities of a dependent resident as planned.SS=D
Failed to utilize fall interventions as planned for a resident resulting in a hip fracture and failed to ensure safe bathing environment with non-skid surfaces in showers.SS=G
Failed to monitor behavioral medications effectively for a resident receiving antipsychotic and anti-anxiety medications.SS=D
Failed to maintain a clean and sanitary food preparation area, failed to assure foods were labeled and stored under sanitary conditions, and failed to maintain hair restraints in kitchen food service areas.SS=F
Failed to provide a dental consultation as ordered by the physician for a resident with poor dental health.SS=D
Failed to label open multi-use insulin vials with an open date in a medication room.SS=D
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 29 Residents sampled for restorative care: 3 Residents sampled for urinary incontinence: 5 Residents sampled for falls: 4 Residents sampled for behavioral medications: 10 Minutes of occupational therapy: 303 Minutes of physical therapy: 269 Insulin vial expiration days: 28
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed nurse LLicensed NurseReported falsification of fall alarm check records and acknowledged failure to keep resident safe
Licensed nurse ULicensed NurseNurse on duty at time of fall, failed to check chair alarm
Licensed nurse NLicensed NurseAcknowledged resident and room odor, lack of individualized care plan interventions, and behavioral medication monitoring
Licensed nurse EAdministrative Nursing StaffAcknowledged failure to label insulin vials and failure to clean resident after incontinence
Licensed nurse FAdministrative NurseAcknowledged resident odor and lack of individualized care plan interventions
Licensed nurse QLicensed NurseExpected staff to clean all skin in contact with incontinence brief
Licensed nurse SLicensed NurseReported rounds to ensure resident safety and interventions
Licensed nurse TLicensed NurseReported medication administration and behavioral monitoring
Pharmacy consultant NNPharmacy ConsultantRecommended behavioral monitoring for psychotropic medications
Direct care staff FFDirect Care StaffReported resident grooming and care refusals
Direct care staff YDirect Care StaffReported toileting practices and perineal care
Dietary staff SSDietary StaffAcknowledged kitchen cleaning schedule and hair restraint policy
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 N089021 POC QK2311
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified in a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Findings
The plan addresses a deficiency related to fall prevention for resident #1, including staff education and ongoing compliance audits to prevent falls among residents at risk.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is linked to a complaint investigation at Aldersgate Village.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Direct care staff for resident #1 will receive written and verbal education on the intervention to prevent falls on resident #1.D
Report Facts
Complete Date for F0000 deficiency review: Jul 10, 2013 Complete Date for F323-D deficiency correction: Jul 22, 2013 Staff inservice dates: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 8 N089021 POC QNCL11
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Aldersgate Village in response to deficiencies identified in a prior inspection, addressing issues such as abuse allegations, wound care, medication administration, food safety, behavior monitoring, blood glucose monitoring, and equipment safety.
Findings
The plan outlines corrective actions for multiple deficiencies including abuse investigation, accurate MDS documentation for surgical wounds, pressure ulcer management, proper enteral medication administration, food labeling and cross-contamination prevention, behavior monitoring, individual blood glucose monitoring, and hydrotherapy equipment safety.
Severity Breakdown
D: 5 F: 2 G: 1
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Allegation of abuse on resident #11 with investigation completed and reporting procedures established.D
MDS for resident #49 corrected to include presence of surgical wound; audits to ensure skin issues are identified.D
Pressure ulcer on resident #49 managed by wound care physician; audits and training on skin monitoring under medical devices.G
Correct procedure on administration of enteral tube medication for resident #247 reviewed with licensed staff.D
All outdated/undated food items discarded; training on labeling/dating and cross-contamination provided to dining services staff.F
Policy on monitoring of behaviors updated; behavior monitoring sheets reviewed for accuracy with staff training.D
All residents requiring blood glucose monitoring provided with individual machines; audits and staff training on disinfection.F
Hydrocollator plugged into ground fault circuit interrupter; policy updated and equipment monitored for compliance.D
Report Facts
Employees trained: 308 Employees total: 318 Cleaning inspections per week: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia SteckleinVP of Clinical ServicesSubmitted the Plan of Correction

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