Failure to Maintain Sanitary and Safe Conditions in Multiple Shower Rooms
Penalty
Summary
Multiple deficiencies were identified during an environmental inspection of the facility, specifically related to the maintenance of a safe, functional, and sanitary environment in several shower rooms. In Shower Rooms B and D, black residue was observed along the perimeter of the walls, with the Maintenance Supervisor and an LVN both acknowledging that the residue could indicate mold growth. The Maintenance Supervisor stated that the housekeeping staff were responsible for cleaning the tiles, but was unable to provide documentation confirming that the showers had been cleaned. Additionally, Shower Room B was designated for residents with COVID-19, and the Maintenance Supervisor confirmed that reports of this issue had been received previously. Further observations in Shower Room D revealed an open and overloaded linen barrel containing soiled linen, an unlabeled portable toilet basin on the floor, and a diaper placed on top of a wheeled commode chair. In Shower Room C, one of five shower chairs was found with a brownish stain on the foam seat, appearing to be fecal matter. The Maintenance Director confirmed that CNAs were supposed to clean the shower chairs after each use. These findings were verified by facility staff during the inspection and interviews.