Facility Fails to Meet Room Size Requirements
Summary
The facility failed to meet the regulatory requirement of providing at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple resident rooms for 18 out of 24 rooms. Specifically, rooms 101, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, and 122 did not meet the minimum space requirement. The deficiency was identified through observations, interviews, and record reviews. During observations, it was noted that rooms with two beds had only 154 square feet instead of the required 160 square feet, and rooms with four beds had 280 square feet instead of the required 320 square feet. Interviews with the facility's Administrator confirmed the deficiency, and a room waiver request was submitted, indicating that the rooms had enough space for care and did not negatively affect residents' dignity or privacy. Further interviews with Certified Nurse Assistants revealed that despite the space deficiency, staff were able to move equipment and provide care without difficulty. However, the facility's failure to meet the square footage requirement had the potential to affect residents' privacy and the adequacy of space for nursing care and emergency services.
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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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