Deficiency in Room Space Requirements
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that two of the sampled resident rooms met the minimum space requirements of 80 square feet per resident in multiple resident bedrooms. Specifically, room 102, which housed two residents, measured 158.35 square feet, and room 125, which housed three residents, measured 229.54 square feet. These measurements fell short of the required 160 square feet for a two-bedroom and 240 square feet for a three-bedroom. Despite this, the facility submitted a letter to the Department requesting a room variance, stating that the rooms had adequate space for the residents and would not adversely affect their health and safety or impede their well-being. During observations and interviews, nursing staff and residents expressed that the space in these rooms did not interfere with care or comfort. Licensed Vocational Nurse 1 and Certified Nursing Assistant 1 both reported that the space was not an issue and did not hinder their ability to provide care. Residents in the rooms also stated they had no complaints about the space, and staff were able to assist them without difficulty. Despite these observations, the facility's failure to meet the minimum space requirements was noted as a deficiency.
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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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