Room Size Deficiency in Multiple Resident Rooms
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that 19 out of 21 resident rooms met the federal square footage requirement of 80 square feet per resident in multiple resident rooms. During a recertification survey, it was observed that these rooms, although smaller than required, allowed residents to move freely and did not impede the use of mobility aids such as wheelchairs, walkers, or canes. The facility had submitted an application for a Room Variance Waiver, acknowledging that these rooms did not meet the required size but asserting that the space was adequate for resident care, dignity, and privacy. The waiver indicated that the room sizes would not adversely affect the residents' health and safety or their ability to attain their highest practicable well-being. During interviews, both residents and staff, including CNAs and an LVN, reported no issues with the space in the rooms. A specific observation noted a portable HVAC unit in one resident's room, which the resident stated was crowding the space and was not requested by him. Despite this, the staff reported no difficulties in performing their duties due to room size. The facility's policies and procedures were reviewed, indicating compliance with federal and state requirements for room sizes, with allowances for individual variations if they met residents' special needs without adverse effects.
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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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