Inspection Reports for The William Breman Jewish Home

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspections on February 28, 2025, were follow-up surveys that found all previously cited deficiencies corrected. Earlier inspections showed recurring issues primarily related to fire safety and emergency preparedness, including failures in fire alarm inspections, fire drill documentation, and generator testing, as well as medication administration errors and food storage and sanitation problems. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though one complaint was substantiated without resulting in deficiencies. There were no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions listed in the available reports. The facility’s correction of prior deficiencies by the latest follow-up surveys suggests improvement in addressing previously cited issues.

Deficiencies (last 9 years)

Deficiencies (over 9 years) 5.3 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

8% worse than Georgia average
Georgia average: 4.9 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

8 6 4 2 0
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 93 residents

Based on a February 2025 inspection.

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

Census over time

60 90 120 150 180 Mar 2017 Feb 2019 Oct 2020 Oct 2022 Dec 2024 Feb 2025

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 28, 2025

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A follow-up survey was conducted to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.

Findings
All previously cited tags have been corrected as noted during the follow-up survey.

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 28, 2025

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A follow-up survey was conducted to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.

Findings
All previously cited survey tags have been corrected as noted by the surveyor.

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Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 5, 2025

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This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for the William Breman Jewish Home, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted.

Findings
The report contains initial comments but does not provide detailed findings or deficiencies within the provided page.

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Re-Inspection
Census: 93 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 5, 2025

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A revisit was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited as a result of the recertification survey.

Findings
All deficiencies cited in the prior recertification survey were found to be corrected as of 1/24/2025.

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Abbreviated Survey
Census: 91 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 29, 2025

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An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted at William Breman Jewish Home investigating two complaint intake numbers GA00253601 and GA00263560 on January 29, 2025.

Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Number GA00253601 was unsubstantiated with no deficiency cited. Complaint Intake Number GA00253560 was substantiated with no deficiency cited.
Findings
Complaint Intake Number GA00253601 was found unsubstantiated with no deficiency cited. Complaint Intake Number GA00253560 was substantiated with no deficiency cited.

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Life Safety
Census: 83 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jan 2, 2025

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A Life Safety Code Federal Monitoring Survey was conducted following a state agency survey to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements related to fire safety and emergency preparedness.

Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with life safety code requirements, including failure of elevator lobby doors to self-close and inadequate monthly diesel generator exercises and missing annual diesel fuel testing documentation.

Deficiencies (2)
Doors in an exit passageway, stairway enclosure, or hazardous area enclosure failed to self-close due to door wedges on the 4th and 5th floor elevator lobby doors.
The facility failed to exercise the diesel generator monthly for the required 30 minutes and lacked documentation of the required annual diesel fuel quality test in 2024.
Report Facts
Census: 83 Total Capacity: 96 Deficiency count: 2 Generator exercise duration: 5

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Life Safety
Census: 90 Capacity: 95 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Dec 12, 2024

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The visit was a Life Safety Code Survey conducted to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements related to fire safety and emergency preparedness.

Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with fire safety requirements, including failure to conduct an annual fire alarm inspection, missing documentation for 2nd and 3rd quarter fire drills, and failure to perform monthly 30-minute generator load tests. These deficiencies could affect the safety of 95 residents.

Deficiencies (3)
No annual fire alarm inspection conducted within the 12 month period; no report documented.
Missing documentation for 2024 2nd and 3rd quarter fire drills.
Failure to conduct monthly generator load tests for 30 minutes; no documentation and staff unaware of requirement.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 95 Certified Beds: 95 Census: 90

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff MStaff interviewed and confirmed findings related to fire alarm inspection, fire drills, and generator load tests

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Annual Inspection
Census: 85 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Dec 12, 2024

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A State Licensure survey was conducted from December 10, 2024 through December 12, 2024 to assess compliance with state health regulations at The William Breman Jewish Home.

Findings
The inspection revealed deficiencies including a medication error rate of 10% due to incorrect medication administration by nursing staff, and failures in food labeling, dating, storage, and sanitation in the kitchen, including an unclean ice machine and expired dry storage items.

Deficiencies (2)
Medication error rate exceeded five percent with three errors out of 30 opportunities by nursing staff during medication administration.
Improper food labeling, dating, and storage in the reach-in cooler; failure to discard expired dry storage food items; and unsanitary conditions of the ice machine.
Report Facts
Medication errors: 3 Medication opportunities: 30 Facility census: 85 Expired dry storage items: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication errors during administration to Resident R50.
LPN DDLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication error during administration to Resident R19.
Dietary Supervisor HHDietary Supervisor/CookConfirmed labeling and dating responsibilities and cleaning of ice machine.
Facility Tech IIResponsible for cleaning the ice machine and described cleaning procedures.
DMChef/Dietary ManagerConducted kitchen tour and confirmed food labeling/dating and cleaning responsibilities.

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Annual Inspection
Census: 85 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Dec 12, 2024

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A recertification survey was conducted from December 10 through December 12, 2024, including investigation of two complaint intake numbers which were unsubstantiated.

Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00250619 and GA00251026 were investigated and found unsubstantiated.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations, with deficiencies related to advanced directives documentation, medication administration errors, and food storage and sanitation issues.

Deficiencies (3)
Facility did not properly maintain record of and correct orders for one resident's advanced directive choice, risking residents' wishes not being honored in emergencies.
Facility failed to ensure medication error rate was less than 5%, with three medication errors out of 30 opportunities (10% error rate) involving two nurses.
Facility failed to ensure proper food labeling, dating, and storage, failed to discard expired dry storage food items, and failed to maintain sanitary condition of the ice machine.
Report Facts
Medication errors: 3 Medication opportunities: 30 Residents: 85 Sampled residents: 47

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
AARegistered NurseAcknowledged responsibility for failing to update code status from CPR to DNR.
BBLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication errors during administration.
DDLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication errors during administration.
HHDietary Supervisor/CookConfirmed responsibility for food labeling and cleaning procedures.
Facility Tech IIResponsible for cleaning the ice machine; admitted possible incomplete cleaning.
DMChef/Dietary ManagerConfirmed daily checks for food labeling and expiration.
Director of NursingDirector of NursingConfirmed expectations for accurate advanced directive orders and medication administration.
AdministratorAdministratorEmphasized protocol for obtaining and entering POLST forms and ensuring patient wishes are honored.

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Annual Inspection
Census: 85 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Dec 12, 2024

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The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to residents' rights, medication administration, and food safety standards.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining accurate advanced directive records for one resident, had a medication error rate exceeding 5% with three errors out of 30 opportunities, and failed to ensure proper food labeling, dating, storage, and sanitation of the ice machine.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to properly maintain record of and correct orders related to Advanced Directive choice for one resident.
Medication error rate was 10%, exceeding the 5% threshold, with three medication errors made by two nurses.
Failure to ensure proper food labeling, dating, storage, and sanitation of the ice machine, including expired food items and unclean ice machine.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Medication errors: 3 Medication error rate: 10 Facility census: 85 Expired food packages: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN AARegistered NurseAcknowledged oversight in updating code status from CPR to DNR
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication errors during administration
LPN DDLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication errors during administration
Dietary Supervisor HHDietary Supervisor/CookConfirmed labeling and dating responsibilities and maintenance cleaning of ice machine
Facility Tech IIFacility Technician IIResponsible for cleaning the ice machine
DMDietary ManagerConducted kitchen tour and confirmed labeling/dating/expiration checks

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Annual Inspection
Census: 85 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Dec 12, 2024

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The inspection was conducted as a routine annual survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident rights, medication administration, and food safety.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in maintaining accurate advanced directive orders for one resident, had a medication error rate of 10% exceeding the acceptable 5%, and failed to ensure proper food labeling, dating, storage, and sanitation of the ice machine. These deficiencies posed potential minimal harm to residents.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to properly maintain record of and correct orders related to Advanced Directive choice for one resident, risking residents' wishes not being honored in emergencies.
Failed to ensure medication error rate was less than 5%, with three medication errors out of 30 opportunities (10% error rate) by two nurses.
Failed to ensure proper food labeling, dating, storage, and sanitation of ice machine; found unclean ice machine, unlabeled and undated food items, and expired dry storage food items.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Medication errors: 3 Medication error rate: 10 Facility census: 85 Expired food packages: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN AARegistered NurseAcknowledged oversight in updating code status from CPR to DNR
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication errors during administration
LPN DDLicensed Practical NurseInvolved in medication errors during administration
Director of NursingDirector of NursingConfirmed expectations for accurate advanced directive orders and medication administration
AdministratorAdministratorEmphasized protocol for obtaining and entering POLST forms and orders
Dietary Supervisor HHDietary Supervisor/CookConfirmed responsibility for food labeling, dating, and cleaning oversight
Facility Tech IIFacility Technician IIResponsible for cleaning the ice machine
DMDietary ManagerChecked for labeling/dating/expiration of food items

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Abbreviated Survey
Census: 92 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 27, 2024

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An Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaints numbered GA00249257, GA00249512, GA00248878, GA00244043, and GA00249479.

Complaint Details
Complaints GA00249257, GA00249512, GA00248878, GA00244043, and GA00249479 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no regulatory violations.
Findings
All complaints investigated during the survey were unsubstantiated with no regulatory violations cited.

Report Facts
Complaint numbers investigated: 5

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Abbreviated Survey
Census: 87 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 22, 2023

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A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted in conjunction with an Abbreviated/Partial Extended Survey investigating complaint #GA00238598.

Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00238598 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Findings
The complaint #GA00238598 was unsubstantiated and no regulatory violations were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR 483.80 infection control regulations and has implemented CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.

Report Facts
Total census: 87

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Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 22, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess the facility's compliance with health and safety regulations.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 4, 2022

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The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for the William Breman Jewish Home, indicating a regulatory inspection was conducted.

Findings
The report contains initial comments but does not provide specific details on deficiencies or findings.

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Re-Inspection
Census: 87 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 4, 2022

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A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the 7/31/22 recertification/complaint survey.

Findings
All deficiencies cited in the previous 7/31/22 survey were found to be corrected during the revisit survey.

Report Facts
Census: 87

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 21, 2022

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A Follow-Up Survey was conducted to verify that all previously cited survey tags have been corrected.

Findings
The surveyor noted that all previously cited deficiencies had been corrected during the follow-up visit.

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Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 16, 2022

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The inspection was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with COVID-19 reporting requirements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).

Findings
The facility failed to report complete information about COVID-19 to the NHSN during a seven-day period between 08/08/2022 and 08/14/2022 as required by regulation, which has the potential to cause more than minimal harm to all residents.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to report complete information about COVID-19 to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network during a required seven-day period.
Report Facts
Reporting period: 7

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Life Safety
Census: 85 Capacity: 95 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Aug 3, 2022

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The visit was a Life Safety Code Survey conducted to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements related to fire safety and sprinkler system maintenance.

Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance due to deficiencies in the sprinkler system, including a yellow tag indicating unresolved issues and lack of documentation for the five-year internal sprinkler system test, potentially placing 95 residents and staff at risk.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to maintain sprinkler system riser; yellow tag dated 7/20/2022 with no report on site documenting deficiencies.
No documentation of the five-year internal test of the sprinkler system on site.
Report Facts
Census: 85 Total licensed beds: 95 Date of yellow tag: Jul 20, 2022

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff MConfirmed findings during facility tour on 8/3/2022

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Renewal
Deficiencies: 6 Date: Jul 31, 2022

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The inspection was a Licensure Survey conducted from July 29, 2022 through July 31, 2022 to assess compliance with licensure requirements.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in implementing a person-centered comprehensive care plan for pain management for one resident, failing to evaluate the effectiveness of prescribed pain medications. Additionally, the facility failed to maintain sanitary conditions in the kitchen, including improper stacking of wet cookware, unlabeled and undated food items, failure to discard leftover food by discard date, unsanitary conditions of kitchen appliances, and improper use of the three-compartment sink.

Deficiencies (6)
Failed to implement the person-centered comprehensive care plan for pain management for one resident and failed to evaluate effectiveness of prescribed pain medications.
Failed to maintain sanitary conditions of cookware by stacking wet cookware (wet nesting) to prevent bacterial growth.
Failed to ensure food items were labeled and dated.
Failed to discard leftover food by discard date.
Failed to maintain sanitary conditions of the stand-up mixer to prevent cross contamination.
Failed to properly use the 3-compartment sink correctly to prevent food borne illness.
Report Facts
Residents potentially affected: 81 Sampled residents: 24 Resident ID: 63

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in pain management deficiency related to resident #63.
LPN CCLicensed Practical NurseConfirmed resident #63 was yelling and gave PRN pain medication.
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Interviewed regarding pain management for resident #63.
Director of Dining ServicesDirector of Dining Services (DDS)Interviewed regarding kitchen sanitation deficiencies.
Dietary Aide AADietary AideObserved washing dishes improperly in three-compartment sink.

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Routine
Census: 84 Deficiencies: 4 Date: Jul 31, 2022

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A standard survey was conducted from 7/29/22 through 7/31/22, including investigation of two complaint intake numbers, to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations for long term care facilities.

Complaint Details
Complaint Intake Numbers GA00226004 and GA00216481 were investigated in conjunction with the standard survey.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with regulations, with deficiencies including failure to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan related to pain management for one resident, failure to evaluate effectiveness of prescribed pain medications, failure to ensure gradual dose reduction of psychotropic medications, and multiple food safety and sanitation violations in the kitchen.

Deficiencies (4)
Failed to implement the person-centered comprehensive care plan for one resident related to pain management.
Failed to evaluate the effectiveness of prescribed pain medications for one resident.
Failed to ensure gradual dose reduction of psychotropic medications for one resident.
Failed to maintain sanitary conditions in food procurement, storage, preparation, and service including wet nesting of cookware, unlabeled and undated food items, leftover food not discarded by discard date, unclean kitchen equipment, and improper use of the three-compartment sink.
Report Facts
Resident census: 84 Medication dose: 2.5 Medication dose: 5 Medication dose: 0.25 Medication dose: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in findings related to failure to administer pain medication timely for resident #63.
LPN CCLicensed Practical NurseNamed in findings related to administration of PRN morphine sulfate for resident #63.
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Interviewed regarding pain management and medication administration for resident #63 and medication review process.
Director of Dining ServicesDirector of Dining Services (DDS)Interviewed regarding food safety and sanitation deficiencies in the kitchen.
Dietary Aide AADietary AideObserved washing dishes improperly in the three-compartment sink.

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Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jul 31, 2022

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The inspection was conducted as part of a regulatory survey to assess compliance with healthcare facility standards, focusing on care planning, pain management, and food safety practices.

Findings
The facility failed to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for pain management for one resident, failed to evaluate the effectiveness of prescribed pain medications, and failed to provide timely breakthrough pain medication. Additionally, the facility did not maintain sanitary food service practices, including improper stacking of wet cookware, unlabeled and undated food items, and incorrect use of the three-compartment sink.

Deficiencies (3)
Failed to implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs related to pain management for one resident.
Failed to evaluate the effectiveness of prescribed pain medications and provide timely breakthrough pain medication for one resident.
Failed to maintain sanitary conditions in food service including wet nesting of cookware, unlabeled and undated food items, and improper use of the three-compartment sink.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 81 Medication orders: 3 Observation time: 200

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN BBLicensed Practical NurseNamed in pain management deficiency related to failure to administer PRN pain medication
LPN CCLicensed Practical NurseAdministered PRN morphine sulfate after confirming orders
Assistant Director of NursingADONConfirmed failure to provide breakthrough pain medication and reviewed medical records
Director of Dining ServicesDDSInterviewed regarding food safety deficiencies and improper dishwashing practices
Dietary Aide AADietary AideObserved washing dishes improperly in the three-compartment sink

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Abbreviated Survey
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 18, 2021

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An abbreviated/partial extended survey was conducted to investigate complaints #GA00211791, #GA00211017, and #GA00206685.

Complaint Details
Complaints #GA00211791, #GA00211017, and #GA00206685 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
Findings
The complaints investigated were unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the survey.

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Routine
Census: 66 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 21, 2020

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A COVID-19 Focused Emergency Preparedness and Infection Control Survey was conducted to assess compliance with federal regulations related to COVID-19 preparedness and infection control.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.73 related to emergency preparedness and 42 CFR §483.80 related to infection control regulations, implementing CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19.

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Routine
Census: 76 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 16, 2020

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A COVID-19 Focused Emergency Preparedness and Infection Control Survey was conducted to assess compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices related to COVID-19.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR 483.73 and 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations and has implemented the recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.

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Abbreviated Survey
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 7, 2020

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An abbreviated survey was conducted to investigate complaint number GA00201073.

Complaint Details
Complaint number GA00201073 was substantiated with no regulatory deficiencies cited.
Findings
The complaint was substantiated but no regulatory deficiencies were cited.

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Re-Inspection
Census: 92 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 8, 2019

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A revisit survey was conducted on 5/7-8/2019 to verify correction of deficiencies cited during the 2/28/2019 recertification survey.

Findings
All deficiencies cited as a result of the 2/28/2019 recertification survey were found to be corrected.

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Life Safety
Census: 94 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 28, 2019

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The visit was conducted as a Life Safety Code Survey to assess compliance with fire safety regulations and related standards for participation in Medicare/Medicaid.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with the Life Safety Code requirements and the related National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code 2012 edition standards.

Report Facts
Stories: 4 Construction Type: 1 Certified Beds: 96 Census: 94

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Routine
Census: 94 Deficiencies: 4 Date: Feb 28, 2019

Visit Reason
A standard survey was conducted to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid regulations for a long-term care facility. The visit included review of resident care, advance directives, restraint use, and transfer procedures.

Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with regulations, with actual harm identified due to improper transfer of a resident resulting in a fracture. Deficiencies included failure to accurately document advance directives, improper use of restraints without physician orders, failure to follow care plan for transfers requiring two staff, and inadequate supervision leading to resident injury.

Deficiencies (4)
Failure to accurately document Advance Directive status for Resident #18, including conflicting code status and use of an unsigned POLST form.
Failure to ensure Resident #296 was free from physical restraints; seatbelt used without physician order or assessment.
Failure to follow care plan requiring two-person assistance for transfers for Resident #67, resulting in improper transfer and injury.
Failure to ensure a safe environment and adequate supervision to prevent accidents, resulting in Resident #67 sustaining a left arm fracture during transfer by one staff member.
Report Facts
Resident census: 94 Sample size for Advance Directive review: 17 Residents reviewed for restraints: 39 Residents reviewed for transfers: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA EECertified Nursing AssistantInvolved in improper transfer of Resident #67 resulting in fracture; did not follow care plan or check Kardex.
MDS Coordinator AProvided care plan and MDS information regarding Resident #18's advance directives.
Director of Nursing (DON)Director of NursingConfirmed deficiencies related to advance directives and restraint use; provided follow-up documentation.
Social Worker (SW)Social WorkerDescribed process for obtaining advance directives and acknowledged documentation issues.
Registered Nurse FFRegistered NurseExplained use of seatbelt restraint for Resident #296 due to seizure risk.
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Assistant Director of NursingConfirmed care plan requirements for Resident #67 transfers and described incident investigation.
Registered Nurse Supervisor DDRegistered Nurse SupervisorAssessed Resident #67 after injury and interviewed CNA involved in transfer.
Director of Staff DevelopmentDirector of Staff DevelopmentReported lack of documentation for CNA EE in-service training on Kardex use.

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Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Feb 28, 2019

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The inspection was conducted to investigate complaints related to nursing care and the use of restraints at William Breman Jewish Home.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed substantiated issues regarding improper transfer techniques for resident R#67 and unauthorized use of restraints on resident R#296 without physician orders or assessments.
Findings
The investigation found that a resident (R#67) was transferred without following the care plan requiring two-person assistance, and a Certified Nursing Assistant failed to consult the resident's Kardex prior to transfer. Additionally, another resident (R#296) was observed with a seatbelt restraint without a physician's order or proper assessment, indicating improper use of restraints.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to provide nursing care according to the patient's care plan, specifically transferring resident R#67 without the required two-person assistance.
Use of restraint (seatbelt) on resident R#296 without a physician's order or documented assessment.
Report Facts
Date of survey completion: Feb 28, 2019 Date of incident interview: Feb 27, 2019 BIMS score: 10 BIMS score: 99

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Interviewed regarding transfer incident with resident R#67; did not follow care plan or consult Kardex
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Interviewed regarding resident R#67's transfer requirements and care plan
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding improper use of restraint on resident R#296

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Feb 28, 2019

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to residents' rights, use of restraints, care planning, and accident prevention in the nursing home.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in accurately documenting advance directives, improper use of physical restraints without physician orders, failure to follow care plans resulting in resident injury, and inadequate supervision leading to an accident causing a fracture.

Deficiencies (4)
Failed to accurately document the Advance Directive status for one resident (R#18).
Failed to ensure one resident (R#296) was free from physical restraints without physician order or assessment.
Failed to follow the care plan related to two staff assistance for transfers for one resident (R#67), resulting in a left arm fracture.
Failed to ensure a safe environment and adequate supervision to prevent accidents, resulting in a fracture to resident R#67 due to improper transfer.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for Advance Directives: 17 Residents reviewed for restraints: 39 Residents reviewed for transfers: 2 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nursing Assistant EECertified Nursing AssistantNamed in transfer incident causing resident injury (R#67)
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed regarding restraint use and advance directive documentation
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding transfer incident and care plan compliance for resident R#67
Registered Nurse FFRegistered NurseInterviewed regarding restraint use for resident R#296
Nurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerProvided follow-up visit and documentation for resident R#18's POLST
Registered Nurse Supervisor DDRegistered Nurse SupervisorInterviewed regarding transfer incident with resident R#67
Director of Staff DevelopmentDirector of Staff DevelopmentInterviewed regarding in-service training for CNA EE
Social WorkerSocial WorkerInterviewed regarding advance directive process
MDS Coordinator AMDS CoordinatorInterviewed regarding advance directive documentation and POLST form
MDS Coordinator BMDS CoordinatorPresent during advance directive documentation review

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Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 16, 2018

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A complaint survey was conducted to investigate complaint #GA00187859 to determine compliance with Federal and State Long Term Care Requirements.

Complaint Details
Complaint #GA00187859 was investigated and no deficiencies were found.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the complaint investigation survey.

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Re-Inspection
Census: 94 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 6, 2018

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A revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies and to investigate Complaint Intake# GA00186704.

Complaint Details
Complaint Intake# GA00186704 was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Findings
All previously cited deficiencies had been corrected, and the complaint investigation was found to be unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Resident Census: 94

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Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 6, 2018

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A complaint survey was conducted on 4/6/18 investigating Intake# GA00186704.

Complaint Details
Complaint investigation for Intake# GA00186704 was conducted and found unsustantiated.
Findings
The complaint was investigated and found to be unsustantiated.

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 30, 2018

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A follow-up survey was conducted to verify that all previously cited deficiencies had been corrected.

Findings
The follow-up survey noted that all previously cited tags had been corrected.

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Life Safety
Census: 94 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Feb 5, 2018

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A Life Safety Code Survey was conducted to assess compliance with fire safety regulations and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety Code 2012 Edition.

Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance due to failure to conduct sensitivity testing on smoke detectors within the last two years and failure to maintain accurate fire drill documentation for the 2nd and 3rd shifts during the 2017 calendar year.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to have sensitivity testing conducted on smoke detectors within the last 2 years; no documentation found on testing within the annual fire alarm inspection report.
Failure to maintain accurate fire drill documentation for the 2nd and 3rd shifts during the 2017 calendar year.
Report Facts
Census: 94 Total Capacity: 96 Stories: 6 Construction Date: 1998

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff M confirmed findings during the tour and record review

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 23, 2017

Visit Reason
A follow-up survey was conducted on 5/23/17 to the recertification survey to verify correction of previous deficiencies.

Findings
All deficiencies identified in the prior recertification survey were corrected at the time of this follow-up survey.

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 22, 2017

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A Follow-Up Survey was conducted to verify that all previously cited survey tags have been corrected.

Findings
The surveyor noted that all previously cited deficiencies had been corrected at the time of the follow-up survey.

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Life Safety
Census: 93 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 4 Date: Mar 28, 2017

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The Life Safety Code Survey was conducted to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements related to fire safety and the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 2012 edition.

Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with life safety requirements, including deficiencies in sprinkler system maintenance and testing, smoke barrier construction, electrical hazards, and oxygen gas storage safety. Multiple violations were observed during a tour with staff, placing residents and staff at risk in the event of fire.

Deficiencies (4)
Sprinkler system found with yellow tag status, missing sprinkler wrenches, no data plate, loaded and painted sprinkler heads, outdated 5-year inspection, and overdue fire pump annual inspection.
Smoke barrier construction compromised by electrical conduit penetrating fire barrier on the 3rd floor above a rated door.
Unsafe electrical conditions including use of multi-plug outlet strip on the floor in the Nurses Supervisors office.
Combustible storage placed too close to oxygen tanks in gas storage room, failing to provide protective clearances.
Report Facts
Certified beds: 96 Census: 93 Fire Pump Annual Inspection overdue: 2015 5-year ITM inspection last done: 2011 Residents at risk due to smoke barrier deficiency: 24 Residents at risk due to electrical hazard: 24 Residents at risk due to oxygen storage hazard: 96

Employees mentioned
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Staff MStaff member who accompanied the surveyor during the facility tour and confirmed findings

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