Inspection Reports for The Pines at Blue Hill

414 North Willson Street, NE, 68930

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Deficiencies (last 11 years)

Deficiencies (over 11 years) 9.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

119% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 4.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

20 15 10 5 0
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Census

Latest occupancy rate 31 residents

Based on a March 2019 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Census over time

20 40 60 80 Dec 2010 Oct 2012 Aug 2015 Feb 2017 Jul 2018 Mar 2019
Inspection Report Renewal Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 10, 2025
Visit Reason
This document is a nursing home licensure renewal application and related certification for The Pines at Blue Hill, verifying the facility's license renewal and compliance with statutory requirements.
Findings
The documents confirm the renewal of the SNF/NF dual certification for The Pines at Blue Hill, including licensure renewal application details, ownership information, and occupancy permit with a maximum capacity of 62 beds.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dixie JacksonAdministratorNamed in licensure renewal application
Joanne DurrettDirector of NursingNamed in licensure renewal application
Devora KirschnerAuthorized RepresentativeSigned licensure renewal application
Ari SilbersteinAuthorized RepresentativeSigned licensure renewal application
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Apr 1, 2020
Visit Reason
An investigation was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging that the facility fails to follow infection control guidelines for illnesses.
Findings
The facility was found to follow CMS protocol for COVID-19 prevention, implemented interventions for staff and resident protection without concerns, and was in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to follow infection control guidelines for illnesses. The investigation found the facility compliant with COVID-19 prevention protocols.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Connie VogtProgram ManagerSigned the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health
Notice Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 16, 2020
Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal application for the nursing home license of BCP Blue Hill, LLC, including related licensing and occupancy permit information.
Findings
The documents confirm the facility's licensure renewal status, ownership information, and maximum occupancy capacity as certified by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Nebraska State Fire Marshal.
Report Facts
Number of beds to be relicensed: 62 Renewal application date: Mar 16, 2020
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kelli PachnerAdministratorNamed in the renewal application form.
Hannah DunlapDirector of NursingNamed in the renewal application form.
Steve HornungOwnerListed in ownership control list and as authorized representative.
Noah KaminerOwnerListed in ownership control list and as authorized representative.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Feb 6, 2020
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at Bcp Blue Hill, Llc on February 6, 2020, regarding failure to identify change in condition, failure to notify the provider of change in condition, and failure to ensure pest control measures are safe for residents.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with related regulatory requirements for all allegations: identifying change in condition, notifying the provider of change in condition, and ensuring pest control measures are safe for residents.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to identify change in condition, failure to notify the provider of change in condition, and failure to ensure pest control measures are safe. The investigation found the facility in compliance with all related regulatory requirements.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Connie VogtProgram ManagerSigned as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Oct 1, 2019
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at BCP Blue Hill, LLC on October 1, 2019, by representatives of the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with related regulatory requirements regarding residents' rights, discharge notice, and identification of elopement, although the facility failed to correctly identify elopement but re-educated the individual and ensured the resident did not leave the building unattended.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility failed to allow residents to exercise their rights, failed to give appropriate discharge notice, and failed to correctly identify elopement. The investigation found the facility in compliance with all allegations except for a failure to correctly identify elopement, which was addressed by re-education and no actual elopement occurred.
Report Facts
Days until facility closure: 60
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Connie VogtProgram Manager-Office of LTC Facilities-Licensure Unit-Div. of Public Health-DHHSSigned the inspection report letter.
Inspection Report Renewal Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 17, 2019
Visit Reason
The document is a renewal license issuance for BCP Blue Hill, LLC, a skilled nursing facility, due to a change of ownership and DBA name change from Blue Hill Care Center to BCP Blue Hill, LLC.
Findings
The facility was issued a Skilled Nursing Facility License #814001 effective September 17, 2019, with a total licensed capacity of 62 beds. The license replaces the previous license and is to be displayed on the premises.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62 Allocated Purchase Price: 550279
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sarah WatsonAdministratorNamed as facility administrator in license issuance letter and application
Kelli PachnerDirector of NursingNamed as Director of Nursing in license application
Gary J. AnthoneChief Medical Officer, Director, Division of Public HealthSigned license issuance and renewal documents
Becky WisellAdministrator, Licensure UnitMentioned in license issuance letter
Steven HornungManagerNamed as manager and authorized representative in ownership and purchase agreement documents
Noah KaminerManagerNamed as manager and authorized representative in ownership and purchase agreement documents
Jennifer F. FrancisPresidentSigned as President of SPTIHS Properties Trust in purchase agreement amendment
Katherine E. PotterPresidentSigned as President of Five Star Quality Care entities in purchase agreement amendment
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 31 Deficiencies: 11 Mar 17, 2019
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at Blue Hill Care Center from March 17, 2019 to March 21, 2019, triggered by allegations of abuse, failure to protect residents from abuse, and insufficient staffing.
Findings
The facility failed to report allegations of abuse immediately, failed to issue timely bed hold notices, failed to review and revise care plans appropriately for multiple residents, failed to ensure competent nursing staff with completed competencies, failed to prevent duplicate antibiotic therapy, failed to properly label and secure medications, failed to ensure kitchen staff fully covered hair, and failed to maintain an effective infection prevention and control program including antibiotic stewardship and proper cleaning protocols.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that the facility failed to report abuse immediately, failed to protect residents from abuse, and failed to ensure sufficient staffing to care for residents. The facility was found in violation for failure to report abuse timely but was found compliant regarding protection from abuse and staffing sufficiency.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4 SS=E: 2 SS=F: 3 SS=O: 1
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report allegations of abuse immediately.SS=D
Failure to issue timely notice of bed hold policy upon resident transfer.SS=D
Failure to review and revise care plans to reflect current resident needs and conditions.SS=E
Failure to ensure nursing staff competencies and skills were maintained and documented.SS=F
Failure to provide required 12 hours of annual in-service education for nurse aides.SS=F
Failure to ensure resident's drug regimen was free from unnecessary duplicate antibiotic drugs.SS=E
Failure to label/store drugs and biologicals properly, including expired medications and unsecured medication carts.SS=O
Failure to ensure kitchen staff hair restraints fully covered all hair including facial hair.SS=F
Failure to follow infection prevention and control protocols including contact precautions, hand hygiene, cleaning of lifts and glucometers, and tracking infections.SS=D
Failure to establish an antibiotic stewardship program to monitor antibiotic use and ensure appropriate indications.SS=F
Failure to conduct regular inspection and maintenance to ensure mattresses were secured to bed frames to prevent entrapment hazards.SS=D
Report Facts
Deficiency count: 11 Resident census: 31 Nurse aides employed: 14 Medication aides employed: 11 Nurse aide in-service attendance: 4 Nurse aide in-service attendance: 8 Nurse aide in-service attendance: 13 Nurse aide in-service attendance: 6 Nurse aide in-service attendance: 4 Nurse aide in-service attendance: 5 Nurse aide in-service attendance: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sarah WatsonAdministratorNamed as facility administrator receiving the report
Connie VogtProgram Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health - DHHSSigned the complaint investigation letter
NA-ANurse AideNamed in infection control and contact precaution findings
MA-BMedication AideNamed in infection control and contact precaution findings
RN-GRegistered NurseNamed in infection control and contact precaution findings
LPN-HLicensed Practical NurseNamed in glucometer cleaning observation
MA-EMedication AideNamed in medication storage and security findings
Cook-DCookNamed in kitchen hair restraint findings
DONDirector of NursingNamed in multiple findings including care plan, infection control, medication, and antibiotic stewardship
MSMaintenance SupervisorNamed in bed maintenance and mattress securing findings
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Dec 10, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at Blue Hill Care Center on December 10, 2018, by representatives of the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health. The investigation focused on allegations including failure to notify after falls, provide assistance with ADLs, protect residents from injury, submit investigations timely, ensure sufficient staffing, notify POA/family of condition changes, and respond promptly to calls for assistance.
Findings
The investigation found the facility was in compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements regarding notifications after falls, assistance with ADLs, resident protection from injury, timely submission of investigations, sufficient staffing, notification of legal representatives of condition changes, and prompt response to calls for assistance.
Complaint Details
The complaint included seven allegations related to notification after falls, assistance with ADLs, protection from injury, timely submission of investigations, staffing sufficiency, notification of POA/family of condition changes, and prompt response to calls. The investigation determined the facility was in compliance with all these allegations.
Report Facts
Licensed nurse coverage: 8
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Connie VogtProgram ManagerSigned the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health - DHHS
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 32 Deficiencies: 1 Jul 24, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at Blue Hill Care Center on July 24, 2018, regarding allegations including insufficient staffing, failure to notify family of condition changes, failure to follow tornadic event procedures, failure to prevent pressure ulcers, failure to provide required bathing, failure to ensure fluids at ordered consistency, and failure to ensure call lights accessibility.
Findings
The investigation found the facility in compliance with staffing, notification, tornadic event procedures, pressure ulcer prevention, fluid consistency, and call light accessibility requirements. However, the facility was found in violation for failing to provide bathing assistance to 6 of 7 sampled residents who required it, with documented delays between baths ranging from 8 to 16 days.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation addressed seven allegations including insufficient staffing, failure to notify family/POA of condition changes, failure to follow tornadic event procedures, failure to prevent pressure ulcers, failure to provide bathing as required, failure to ensure fluids at ordered consistency, and failure to ensure call lights accessibility. The bathing allegation was substantiated with a violation found; all others were found in compliance.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to provide bathing assistance to 6 of 7 sampled residents requiring assistance, with delays between baths up to 16 days.SS=E
Report Facts
Census: 32 Residents not receiving weekly baths: 6 Days between baths: 15 Days between baths: 16 Days between baths: 8 Days between baths: 9 Days between baths: 11 Days between baths: 13 Days between baths: 14 Days between baths: 12 Days between baths: 11 Days between baths: 14
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dan TaylorRN, Training CoordinatorSigned the complaint investigation letter
Angela CaubarrusAdministratorFacility administrator addressed in the report
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding bathing deficiencies and staffing
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 35 Deficiencies: 1 Jun 27, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at Blue Hill Care Center on June 27, 2018, regarding allegations of failure to treat residents with dignity and respect, insufficient staffing, and failure to disinfect razors and/or lift slings between use.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with allegations related to dignity and respect and staffing. However, the facility was found not in compliance for failing to revise the comprehensive care plan for transfer assistance for one resident, resulting in a citation at Federal Tag F657 and State Requirement 175 NAC 12-006.09C1c.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation addressed three allegations: failure to ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect, failure to maintain sufficient staffing, and failure to disinfect razors and/or lift slings between use. The first two allegations were substantiated as compliant; the third was substantiated as non-compliant due to care plan deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to revise the comprehensive care plan for transfer assistance for one resident.SS=D
Report Facts
Facility census: 35 Deficiency count: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dan TaylorRN, Training CoordinatorSigned letter related to complaint investigation findings
Inspection Report Renewal Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 2, 2018
Visit Reason
The document is a Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and related renewal certification for Blue Hill Care Center, verifying the facility's license renewal and compliance with statutory requirements.
Findings
The documents confirm the facility's licensure renewal status, ownership information, and occupancy permit with a maximum capacity of 62 beds. No deficiencies or inspection findings are reported in these documents.
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 62 Renewal fees: 1550
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Angela CaubarrusAdministratorNamed on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application
Laura WolfeDirector of NursingNamed on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application
Bruce J. Mackey Jr.President & Chief Executive OfficerListed as officer of ownership entity Five Star Quality Care-NE, LLC
Richard A. DoyleTreasurer & Chief Financial OfficerListed as officer of ownership entity Five Star Quality Care-NE, LLC
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 33 Capacity: 39 Deficiencies: 16 Jan 2, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with state and federal regulations governing skilled nursing facilities, including resident rights, safety, environment, and quality of care.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to treat residents with dignity during dining assistance, environmental cleanliness issues, incomplete employee training and health screenings, medication labeling errors, inadequate monitoring of previous citations, infection control lapses, and life safety code violations such as malfunctioning egress doors, inadequate fire safety procedures, and maintenance issues with kitchen fire suppression and smoke barriers.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 5 SS=F: 6 SS=D: 3
Deficiencies (16)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to treat Resident 22 with dignity and respect by wearing gloves in the dining room when physically assisting with eating.SS=D
Failure to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment including dirty bathroom vents, dead bugs in light fixtures, marred walls and doors, and non-working bathroom lights.SS=E
Failure to provide abuse training on orientation for 1 out of 5 sampled newly hired employees.SS=D
Failure to provide fluids at bedside for 1 sampled resident (Resident 6).SS=D
Insulin for Resident 30 was not labeled in accordance with current order and professional standards.SS=D
Failure to monitor and prevent reoccurrence of a citation related to adequate outside ventilation.SS=F
Failure to provide health history screens for 3 out of 5 sampled newly hired employees.SS=E
Failure to ensure overhead light fixtures in food preparation and dish room were free from dead bugs and debris, stained ceiling tiles in dining room, missing slats on window blinds, and marred wall corner.SS=E
Failure to ensure bathroom vents were working for 2 sampled residents.SS=E
Failure to complete and maintain documentation of pre-employment criminal background and registry checks on each unlicensed direct care staff member.
Failure to maintain magnetically locked delayed egress exit doors to open with no more than 15 pounds of force.SS=F
Failure to have kitchen range hood/suppression system inspected every six months and conduct monthly visual inspections.SS=F
Failure to provide smoke barriers that resist passage of smoke due to unsealed penetrations above smoke doors.SS=E
Failure to provide a complete fire procedure that addressed all aspects of fire response and evacuation.SS=F
Failure to conduct fire drills under varying conditions by not spacing drills at least one hour apart between each quarter for 1 of 3 shifts.SS=F
Failure to inspect the emergency generator weekly.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 33 Total licensed capacity: 39 Deficiencies cited: 14 Force applied to delayed egress door: 30
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Angela CaubarrusAdministratorSigned compliance and interview regarding fire safety and facility policies
Maintenance AInterviewed regarding delayed egress doors, smoke barrier penetrations, fire drills, and generator inspections
LPN ALicensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding insulin labeling for Resident 30
LPN BLicensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding bedside fluid provision for Resident 6
Business Office ManagerInterviewed regarding employee background checks and health screenings
Dietary SupervisorInterviewed regarding kitchen light fixture cleanliness
DONDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding glove use during dining assistance and bedside fluid provision
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Feb 23, 2017
Visit Reason
The notice was issued to inform the facility of disciplinary action placing its license on probation for 90 days starting February 23, 2017, due to violations of licensure regulations related to accidents and resident safety.
Findings
The facility failed to implement care planned interventions to prevent falls, which resulted in resident injury. The disciplinary action requires submission of a Plan of Correction and biweekly reports on residents with accidents during the probation period.
Report Facts
Probation period length: 90 Report submission frequency: 14
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Eve LewisRNC, Program ManagerContact person for submission of required reports and Plan of Correction
Thomas L. WilliamsMD, Chief Medical Officer, Director, Division of Public HealthSigned the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Becky WisellAdministrator, Licensure UnitSigned the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Linda StenversStaff Assistant IICertified service of the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 62 Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 23, 2017
Visit Reason
This document is related to the renewal of the nursing home license for Blue Hill Care Center, including submission of the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and related certifications.
Findings
The facility is licensed for 62 beds and is certified for Medicaid and Medicare. The renewal application confirms compliance with statutory requirements and includes ownership and corporate structure details. An occupancy permit for 62 beds was issued on 2016-09-28 by the Nebraska State Fire Marshal.
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 62 Occupancy permit date: Sep 28, 2016
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sherrill ActonAdministratorNamed in the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application.
Laura WolfeDirector of NursingNamed in the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 32 Deficiencies: 1 Jan 30, 2017
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding the facility's failure to have appropriate equipment when residents have been identified at risk for falls.
Findings
The investigation found that fall intervention equipment was not consistently utilized for residents at risk for falls, specifically Resident 104 who suffered a fall resulting in a fractured hip. Observations revealed call lights were out of reach, foot cradles were not in place, and bed alarms were either disconnected or not used as care planned. Staff interviews confirmed miscommunication regarding alarm use during the day.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by an allegation that the facility failed to have appropriate equipment for residents identified at risk for falls. The investigation included record reviews, observations, and interviews. The facility was found in violation of Federal tag F323 and State Licensure Number 175 NAC 12-006.09D7.
Severity Breakdown
SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to ensure staff followed the plan of care for fall interventions for Resident 104, including improper use and connection of bed alarms and TABS alarms, call light not within reach, and foot cradle not in place.SS=G
Report Facts
Facility census: 32 Date of fall: Dec 31, 2016 Date of inspection: Jan 30, 2017 Plan of correction completion date: Feb 15, 2017
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sherrill ActonAdministratorNamed in relation to findings and correspondence
Eve LewisProgram ManagerAuthor of inspection report and correspondence
Dain WeissRN, ReviewerConducted Informal Conference and authored report affirming deficiency
Laura WolfDirector of NursingParticipant in Informal Conference
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 35 Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 13 Sep 29, 2016
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with federal and state regulations governing skilled nursing facilities.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to update care plans, inadequate pressure ulcer prevention, incomplete immunization documentation, malfunctioning bathroom ventilation, deficient smoke barriers, emergency lighting issues, fire drill scheduling, fire alarm system maintenance, fire extinguisher installation and inspection, fire separation around the emergency generator room, generator testing and documentation, and fire watch policies.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3 SS=E: 2 SS=F: 8
Deficiencies (13)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to update the care plan for a resident with an indwelling urinary catheter to reflect current status and care needs.SS=D
Failure to implement interventions to prevent pressure ulcer development for a resident identified at risk.SS=D
Failure to document pneumococcal immunization status for a resident.SS=D
Malfunctioning bathroom air flow ventilation in ten resident rooms.SS=E
Failure to provide smoke barriers that resist passage of smoke in three smoke barriers.SS=E
Failure to provide working battery backup emergency light for the emergency generator.SS=F
Failure to conduct fire drills under varying conditions spaced at least one hour apart on each shift quarterly.SS=F
Failure to replace or remove failed heat detectors and conduct smoke detector sensitivity testing every other year.SS=F
Failure to inspect fire extinguishers monthly and install them at proper height.SS=F
Failure to maintain 2-hour fire separation around the emergency generator room.SS=F
Failure to provide documentation that the emergency generator was tested monthly and picked up emergency load within 10 seconds.SS=F
Failure to provide an approved fire watch policy for when the fire sprinkler system was out of service for more than 4 hours.SS=F
Failure to provide an approved fire watch policy for when the fire alarm system was out of service for more than 4 hours.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 35 Total licensed capacity: 62 Number of malfunctioning bathroom ventilations: 10 Number of smoke barriers with deficiencies: 3 Number of heat detectors failed: 9 Fire extinguisher inspection misses: 2 Fire extinguisher installation height: 5 Generator load test duration: 30 Generator load test failure time: 14.5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance AInterviewed regarding catheter care, ventilation system, fire drills, fire alarm and sprinkler system deficiencies
Director of NursingDONInterviewed regarding care plan updates and pressure ulcer prevention
AdministratorInvolved in interviews and education related to fire safety and compliance
Maintenance DirectorResponsible for corrective actions and audits related to maintenance deficiencies
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 34 Deficiencies: 11 Aug 3, 2015
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at Blue Hill Care Center from July 27, 2015 to August 3, 2015.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to notify family of resident condition changes, incomplete resident registers, improper Medicare denial notices, failure to notify family of significant resident changes, incomplete care plans for assist bar use, improper medication administration, lack of discharge summaries, unsafe assist bar installation, improper meal service hygiene, infection control issues, and inadequate emergency generator maintenance.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to an allegation that the facility failed to notify family or responsible party of a change in condition. The complaint was substantiated with findings including failure to notify one resident's family of a significant change in condition.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 2 SS=E: 4 SS=D: 3 : 1
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to notify family or responsible party of a change in resident condition.SS=D
Chronological Resident Register was not updated with required resident information for all 32 residents admitted between 9/3/14 and 7/25/15.
Failure to provide Medicare denial notices using correct forms and timely notification.SS=C
Failure to notify family regarding significant change in resident's condition.SS=D
Failure to develop care plans identifying use of assist bars for three residents.SS=E
Failure to administer medication according to standards for four residents, including improper subcutaneous insulin injection technique.SS=D
Failure to complete discharge summaries for five residents.SS=E
Failure to ensure assist bars were affixed without gaps to prevent resident entrapment for three residents.SS=E
Failure to provide meal service without potential cross contamination by not washing hands or changing gloves between residents.SS=F
Failure to maintain infection control including use of non-cleanable surfaces, improper hand hygiene, and cross contamination of medication administration records.SS=E
Failure to provide documentation that the emergency generator was maintained and tested under load at minimum 30% of nameplate rating monthly.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 34 Residents admitted without complete register info: 32 Residents with missing discharge summaries: 5 Residents with assist bar care plan deficiencies: 3 Residents with medication administration deficiencies: 4 Residents with unsafe assist bar installation: 3 Residents with infection control issues: 4 Facility census at generator inspection: 36
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jean ObermierRegistered NurseConducted complaint and annual survey
Susan GriepenstrohRegistered NurseConducted complaint and annual survey
Nancy HauschildNutrition/dietitianConducted complaint and annual survey
Eve LewisProgram ManagerSigned complaint investigation letter
Sherrill ActonAdministratorFacility administrator named in report
LPN-ALicensed Practical NurseNamed in medication administration and infection control findings
Maintenance DirectorNamed in assist bar and generator maintenance findings
Director of NursingNamed in multiple findings including care plans, medication, infection control
Don FritzAssistant State Fire MarshalSigned fire safety waiver
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 35 Deficiencies: 5 Sep 24, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with the Life Safety Code of the National Fire Protection Association and related fire protection regulations for the Blue Hill Care Center.
Findings
The facility failed to seal smoke barrier penetrations in 2 of 4 smoke barriers, failed to separate hazardous areas from exit corridors in 2 of 6 smoke compartments, had incomplete fire alarm notification appliance installations, failed to maintain the emergency generator according to NFPA standards, and had unsafe electrical equipment usage in 3 of 6 smoke compartments.
Severity Breakdown
E: 1 F: 2 D: 2
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to seal smoke barrier penetrations in 2 of 4 smoke barriers allowing potential smoke migration affecting 33 residents.E
Failed to separate hazardous areas from exit corridor in 2 of 6 smoke compartments, including issues with fire shutter and door self-closure.F
Fire alarm notification appliances missing in multiple staff areas, reducing effective fire warning.D
Failed to maintain emergency generator per NFPA 110 standards, including missing documentation of transfer time and battery inspections.F
Electrical equipment not used in accordance with NFPA 70 in 3 of 6 smoke compartments, including use of power taps and missing outlet covers.D
Report Facts
Facility census: 35 Smoke barriers penetrated: 2 Smoke compartments with hazardous area separation issues: 2 Smoke compartments with electrical equipment issues: 3 Fire alarm notification appliance missing locations: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Administrator AConfirmed findings related to smoke barrier penetrations, fire alarm notification appliance issues, and electrical equipment violations.
Maintenance AConfirmed findings related to hazardous area separation and fire shutter issues.
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Jul 3, 2013
Visit Reason
This Notice of Disciplinary Action was issued due to violations related to failure to assess causal factors and implement interventions to prevent accidents, and failure to ensure the Quality Assessment and Assurance committee identified quality issues affecting residents.
Findings
The facility was placed on probation for 90 days beginning July 18, 2013, requiring submission of a Plan of Correction addressing violations related to accident prevention and quality assurance. The probation required regular reporting and involvement of an outside consultant to monitor compliance.
Report Facts
Probation period: 90 Probation start date: Jul 18, 2013 First report due date: Jul 28, 2013 Monthly report interval: 30
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Eve LewisRNC, Program ManagerRecipient of required reports and contact for response
Joseph M. AciernoChief Medical Officer, Director, Division of Public HealthSigned the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Helen L. MeeksAdministrator, Licensure UnitSigned the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Linda StenversStaff Assistant IICertified mailing of the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Sheila HuskeyAdministratorFacility administrator addressed in follow-up letter
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 31 Deficiencies: 17 Jun 19, 2013
Visit Reason
Annual survey to assess compliance with state and federal regulations including resident care, safety, and facility operations.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including management of resident personal funds, mail delivery, discharge planning, abuse investigation and reporting, grievance follow-up, restorative care, fall prevention, nursing staffing, food temperature and palatability, medication storage, and quality assurance. Life safety code deficiencies were also noted related to fire safety partitions, emergency lighting, sprinkler system maintenance, and soiled linen storage.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 5 SS=C: 3 SS=D: 5 SS=F: 3 SS=G: 2
Deficiencies (17)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure resident personal funds accounts were available on weekends.SS=E
Failed to have mail delivered on weekends.SS=C
Failed to ensure safe and orderly discharge planning for residents.SS=D
Failed to investigate and report misappropriation of resident property and implement abuse policies and procedures.SS=C
Failed to listen and act upon group grievances.SS=E
Failed to prevent decrease in resident's range of motion.SS=D
Failed to implement interventions to prevent resident falls.SS=G
Failed to ensure sufficient nursing staff to meet resident needs.SS=E
Failed to ensure RN staffing 8 hours a day, 7 days a week.SS=C
Failed to ensure food was palatable and served at proper temperature.SS=D
Failed to ensure expired drugs were not available for administration.SS=D
Failed to maintain an effective Quality Assurance Program.SS=G
Failed to provide smoke resistive partitions from a hazardous area in 1 of 5 smoke compartments.SS=D
Failed to provide emergency lighting of at least 1½ hour duration in the Dining Room and maintain emergency light/exit sign in the 400 Wing.SS=F
Failed to provide supervision of the post indicating valve by the fire alarm.SS=F
Failed to maintain the automatic sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA standards.SS=F
Failed to store soiled linen receptacles that exceed 32 gallons in a room protected as a hazardous area.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 31 Expired Hepatitis B vaccine: 6 RN coverage missing days: 8 RN coverage missing days: 3 RN coverage missing days: 7 Resident Council attendees: 6 Passive ROM frequency: 4 Passive ROM frequency: 12 Passive ROM frequency: 11 Soiled linen cart capacity: 32
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila HuskeyAdministratorSigned plan of correction and involved in interviews
Katharine AchorHealth Quality Review/LSC SpecialistInvolved in fire safety plan and waiver request
Don FritzChief Deputy State Fire MarshalInvolved in fire safety waiver request
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Nov 2, 2012
Visit Reason
The notice was issued to inform the facility of disciplinary action placing the Skilled Nursing Facility license on probation for 90 days due to violations related to failure to assess causal factors for falls and implement interventions to prevent falls.
Findings
The facility failed to assess causal factors for falls resulting in injuries and did not implement interventions to prevent falls, leading to the disciplinary action and probation.
Report Facts
Probation period length: 90 Dates: Oct 18, 2012 Dates: Nov 12, 2012
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Eve LewisRNC, AdministratorRecipient of reports and contact for response to the Notice
Joann SchaeferM.D., Chief Medical OfficerSigned the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Helen L. MeeksAdministrator, Licensure UnitSigned the Notice of Disciplinary Action
Linda StenversStaff Assistant IICertified mailing of the Notice
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 37 Deficiencies: 3 Oct 10, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on allegations of failure to report and investigate injuries of unknown origin and failure to revise care plans to prevent further falls.
Findings
The facility failed to report and investigate injuries of unknown origin within required timeframes and failed to revise care plans and implement interventions to prevent further falls for Resident 01. Multiple falls with injuries were documented without appropriate investigation or care plan updates. The facility also failed to identify causal factors for falls and implement adequate fall prevention interventions.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed failures in reporting and investigating injuries of unknown origin and deficiencies in fall prevention care planning and interventions for Resident 01.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2 SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to report and investigate injuries of unknown origin in accordance with facility policy and regulations affecting 2 residents.SS=D
Failed to review and revise the plan of care to prevent further falls for Resident 01 with a fall history.SS=D
Failed to ensure the resident environment remains free of accident hazards and provide adequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents for Resident 01.SS=G
Report Facts
Census: 37 Complaint investigation sample: 3 Number of residents affected: 2 Number of falls documented for Resident 01: 9
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorInterviewed regarding failure to investigate and report injuries
Director of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding failure to update care plans and implement fall prevention interventions
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 38 Deficiencies: 3 Aug 21, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation focusing on deficient practices related to care plan revisions, food safety, and infection control at Blue Hill Care Center.
Findings
The facility failed to revise comprehensive care plans to reflect changes in resident status for 3 residents, improperly handled food preparation and storage increasing risk of foodborne illness, and failed to implement proper infection control and isolation procedures for residents requiring contact isolation.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on 3 residents (Residents 01, 02, and 03) who were placed on contact isolation due to salmonella infections. The facility failed to update care plans, implement isolation precautions properly, and ensure staff compliance with hand hygiene and infection control policies.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 2 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to revise comprehensive care plans to reflect change in status for 3 residents requiring contact isolation.SS=E
Failed to procure, store, prepare, and serve food under sanitary conditions, including improper cooling of whole meats, inadequate hand washing by dietary staff, and procuring food from unapproved sources.SS=F
Failed to establish and maintain an infection control program including failure to implement isolation procedures, inadequate hand hygiene, and improper handling of linens for 3 residents in contact isolation.SS=E
Report Facts
Facility census: 38 Sample size: 3 Dimensions of pork roast: 11 x 6.5 x 4 inches Pudding temperature: 56 Hand washing duration: 20
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
NancyCookNamed in food preparation and hand washing deficiencies
MA-VMedication AideFailed to gown and glove for isolation precautions and improperly handled resident's drinking cup
MA-HNursing AssistantRemoved laundry from isolation room without proper precautions
DA-BDietary AidePrepared room trays for residents in isolation
NA-JNurse AideDelivered trays to isolated residents without gowning and gloving
DONDirector of Nursing/Infection Control CoordinatorConfirmed failures in care plan updates, isolation procedures, and hand hygiene compliance
SSDSocial Services DirectorObserved in isolation room without gown or gloves
HK-PHousekeeperConfirmed isolation rooms not cleaned daily
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 31 Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 11 Apr 2, 2012
Visit Reason
Annual inspection survey conducted to assess compliance with federal and state regulations including fire safety, resident care, grievance resolution, abuse prevention, and food safety.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including grievance resolution, neglect and abuse prevention, care planning and monitoring of skin issues, food handling sanitation, fire safety code compliance, fire drills, fire alarm system maintenance, and flame retardant window coverings.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 6 SS=E: 1 SS=F: 4
Deficiencies (11)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure grievances were resolved by failing to conduct a thorough investigation for missing personal items for one resident.SS=D
Failed to prevent neglect by failing to provide supervision during toileting as per resident's plan of care.SS=D
Failed to ensure abuse investigation reports were sent to the State Agency within 5 working days for two residents.SS=D
Failed to ensure skin issues were identified on the comprehensive care plan for further assessment and monitoring for one resident.SS=D
Failed to assess and monitor skin issues and document assessments for one resident.SS=D
Failed to ensure staff removed gloves and washed hands when contaminated during food preparation, increasing risk of foodborne illness.SS=F
Failed to separate use areas from exit corridors in 2 of 6 smoke compartments, allowing potential smoke and fire migration.SS=E
Failed to maintain an internally illuminated exit sign in one smoke compartment.SS=D
Failed to conduct fire drills in accordance with NFPA 101, lacking simulation of fire and emergency procedures on night shift.SS=F
Failed to maintain fire alarm system calibration testing within required timeframe.SS=F
Failed to provide documentation that window coverings throughout the facility were flame retardant.SS=F
Report Facts
Facility census: 31 Facility total capacity: 62 Survey sample size: 22 Missing glasses grievance date: Dec 22, 2010 Resident left unattended on toilet duration: 3 Fall investigation report delay: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila HuskeyAdministratorNamed in grievance and complaint investigations
Maintenance AAcknowledged fire safety deficiencies and exit sign issues
Cook-NCookObserved mishandling food with gloves
Dietary ManagerDietary ManagerInterviewed about food handling practices
RN-DRegistered NurseInterviewed about resident supervision and care plans
LPN-RLicensed Practical NurseDocumented resident left unattended on toilet and skin issues
LPN-SLicensed Practical NurseConfirmed documentation of resident left unattended on toilet
Social Service DesigneeSocial Service DesigneeInterviewed about grievance investigation
Administrator AAdministratorAcknowledged flame retardant window covering deficiency
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 39 Deficiencies: 8 Dec 14, 2010
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements for Blue Hill Care Center, including housekeeping, medication administration, care planning, infection control, and other professional standards.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including housekeeping and maintenance services, medication administration and physician order compliance, care planning for residents, infection control practices, and documentation of medication destruction. Several residents' care plans and treatments were not properly followed or documented, and staff training and monitoring were planned to address these issues.
Deficiencies (8)
Description
Facility failed to clean fans and filters in the television and beauty shop areas, affecting up to 39 residents.
Physician orders were not updated or followed for 2 residents during medication administration.
Facility failed to plan and implement interventions for a resident exhibiting threatening behaviors.
Facility failed to prevent and treat pressure sores for residents, including inadequate documentation and delayed interventions.
Facility failed to maintain accurate medication destruction records for controlled substances.
Facility failed to ensure proper infection control practices including hand hygiene and glove changing during care.
Facility failed to develop a preliminary nursing care plan within 24 hours of admission for residents.
Facility failed to maintain an accurate inventory of resident personal possessions.
Report Facts
Facility census: 39 Sample size: 10 Residents observed for medication orders: 2 Residents reviewed for pressure sore prevention: 10 Residents reviewed for nutritional assessment: 10 Residents reviewed for medication destruction record: 10 Residents reviewed for infection control: 3 Residents reviewed for care plan initiation: 2 Residents reviewed for personal inventory: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila HuskeyAdministratorSigned the plan of correction and survey documents
Jim HeineAssistant State Fire MarshalAuthor of Federal Life Safety Code Plan of Correction letter
Document Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 CHOW2023
Visit Reason
The documents pertain to licensing, ownership change, and operational transfer of The Pines at Blue Hill skilled nursing facility, including issuance of a new license due to change of ownership and related agreements.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported. The documents include licensing approvals, occupancy permits, transfer agreements, and business associate agreements without any survey or inspection results.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dixie JacksonAdministratorNamed as Administrator of the facility in ownership and licensure documents.
Stacey EksteinAdministratorNamed as Administrator on Nursing Home Licensure Application.
Rhonda HellnerDirector of NursingNamed as Director of Nursing on Nursing Home Licensure Application.
Dan TaylorRN, AdministratorContact person for licensing questions mentioned in a letter dated August 11, 2023.
Timothy TesmerChief Medical OfficerSigned letter issuing Skilled Nursing Facility License.
Steve HornungManagerSigned as Manager on Assignment and Assumption Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement.
Ari SilbersteinAuthorized SignatorySigned as Authorized Signatory on multiple transfer and licensing documents.
Document Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 APP2016
Visit Reason
The documents pertain to the licensure renewal process for Blue Hill Care Center, including submission of renewal application and verification of licensed capacity.
Findings
No inspection findings or deficiencies are reported in these documents; they primarily provide administrative and licensing information.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sherrill ActonAdministratorNamed on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application (page 2).
Kelly BoomDirector of NursingNamed on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application (page 2).
Richard A. DoyleTreasurer & Chief Financial OfficerListed as an officer in the ownership control document (page 4).
Bruce J. Mackey Jr.President & Chief Executive OfficerListed as an officer in the ownership control document (page 4).
Inspection Report Renewal Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 APP2019
Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal application and certification for the Blue Hill Care Center's nursing home license, verifying that the facility is licensed through the indicated renewal date and applying for license renewal.
Findings
The documents confirm that Blue Hill Care Center is licensed as a Skilled Nursing Facility/Nursing Facility dual certification with a licensed capacity of 62 beds. The renewal application includes ownership and corporate structure details, and a fire marshal occupancy permit confirming the maximum occupancy of 62 beds.
Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 62 Renewal fee: 1750
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Angela GaudarnusAdministratorNamed in renewal application
Lisa Allen-CampbellDirector of NursingNamed in renewal application
Katherine E. PotterPresident and Chief Executive OfficerNamed as officer in ownership information
Richard A. DoyleExecutive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and TreasurerNamed as officer in ownership information
Jennifer B. ClarkSecretaryNamed as officer in ownership information
Lisa J. CooneySenior Vice President, General Counsel and Assistant SecretaryNamed as officer in ownership information
Gerard M. MartinDirectorNamed as director in ownership information
Adam D. PortnoyDirectorNamed as director in ownership information
Notice Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 APP2021
Visit Reason
This document serves as a Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application for BCP Blue Hill, LLC, including verification of licensure status and occupancy permit details.
Findings
The documents confirm that BCP Blue Hill, LLC is licensed as a Skilled Nursing Facility with a total capacity of 62 beds and holds a valid occupancy permit issued on 10/5/2020.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62 Renewal license fees: 1550 Renewal license fees: 1750 Renewal license fees: 1950
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Brinton StrohmeyerAdministratorNamed on Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application
Sharla YeackleyDirector of NursingNamed on Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application
Steve HornungAuthorized RepresentativeSigned Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and listed as Owner in Ownership Listing
Noah KaminerAuthorized RepresentativeSigned Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and listed as Owner in Ownership Listing
Notice Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 APP2022
Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal application for the nursing home license of BCP Blue Hill, LLC, including verification of licensure and occupancy permit details.
Findings
The documents confirm the facility's licensure status, renewal application details, ownership information, and occupancy permit with a maximum capacity of 62 beds.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Iva PrinsenAdministratorNamed in Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application.
Sara MeyersDirector of NursingNamed in Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application.
Steve HornungOwnerListed in Ownership Listing and signed renewal application.
Aaron KaminerOwnerListed in Ownership Listing and signed renewal application.
Document Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 APP2023
Visit Reason
Documents pertain to licensing renewal, ownership verification, provisional nursing home administrator license, and occupancy permit for BCP Blue Hill LLC nursing home facility.
Findings
No inspection findings or deficiencies are reported. Documents verify licensure status, ownership, facility capacity, and administrator licensing.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62 Provisional nursing home administrator license issuance date: Nov 30, 2022 Provisional nursing home administrator license expiration date: May 30, 2023 Occupancy permit date issued: Nov 18, 2021
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Stacey EksteinAdministratorNamed as facility administrator on renewal application and provisional nursing home administrator licensee.
Rhonda HellnerDirector of NursingNamed as Director of Nursing on renewal application.
Aaron KaminerNamed in ownership verification letter.
Steve HornungNamed in ownership verification letter and as authorized representative on renewal application.
Notice Capacity: 62 Deficiencies: 0 APP2024
Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal application for the nursing home license of The Pines at Blue Hill and includes certification of licensure and occupancy permit information.
Findings
The documents certify that The Pines at Blue Hill meets statutory requirements for licensure as a skilled nursing facility and includes an occupancy permit for 62 beds.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 62 Renewal license fee: 1550
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dixie JacksonAdministratorNamed on Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application
Rhonda HeinerDirector of NursingNamed on Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application
Ari SilbersteinAuthorized RepresentativeSigned Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application
Mark ManchesterDeputy State Fire MarshalInspected the facility for occupancy permit

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