Facility Failed to Meet Square Footage Requirements for Multiple Resident Rooms
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that 13 out of 21 rooms met the square footage requirement of 80 square feet per resident in multiple resident rooms. During an observation, it was noted that Rooms 1, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, and 21 did not meet this minimum requirement. Despite this, residents were able to ambulate freely and maneuver in their wheelchairs, and nursing staff had enough space to provide care with dignity and privacy. The rooms had sufficient space for beds, side tables, dressers, and other medical equipment. During an interview, the Administrator acknowledged the deficiency and mentioned that a room waiver had been prepared and would be submitted for these rooms. The room waiver indicated that there was enough space for each resident's nursing and health needs and that the rooms were in accordance with the residents' needs without adversely affecting their health and safety. The waiver also showed that the rooms did not meet the minimum square footage requirements for 2-bed and 4-bed rooms. Residents interviewed did not express any concerns regarding the size of their rooms.
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Six residents were found to be living in single rooms that did not meet the minimum required 100 square feet of living space, with room sizes ranging from 91.50 to 97.75 square feet, as confirmed by facility records and administrator interview.
Single Resident Rooms Below Required Square Footage
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Summary
The facility failed to provide single resident rooms with at least 100 square feet of living space, as required. During a survey, it was confirmed through interview with the Administrator and review of the space/occupancy certification waiver that six single rooms, each occupied by a resident, measured less than the required 100 square feet. The specific room sizes ranged from 91.50 to 97.75 square feet. This deficiency affected six residents who were residing in these undersized single rooms at the time of the survey.
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