Deficiency in Resident Room Size Compliance
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that resident rooms met the required minimum size of 80 square feet per resident in multiple occupancy rooms. Observations and measurements revealed that 26 out of 40 resident rooms did not comply with this requirement, with room sizes ranging from 66.8 to 78.8 square feet per resident. Despite the deficiency, interviews with 24 residents indicated no expressed concerns about room size, and the Maintenance Director confirmed the accuracy of the room measurements. The Director of Nursing stated that the facility had a waiver for rooms not meeting the size requirement and expected care to be provided safely and with privacy. The Administrator confirmed there was no policy for room size but expected no difference in care quality for residents in smaller rooms. Both the DON and Administrator reported no complaints or issues related to care provision due to room size, and the Administrator emphasized that the current room sizes allowed for adequate care and privacy.
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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
Penalty
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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