Deficient Shower Room Maintenance and Cleanliness
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors observed that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, and homelike environment in its shower rooms, as required by federal regulations. The only operational shower room in the building, located on the 100-Hall, had black residue on the wall tiles and caulking, with the residue appearing to be under the caulking and grout. Additionally, there was an area behind the shower curtain with approximately 10 inches of chipped-off tiles, exposing chipped drywall and sharp tile edges, all with visible black residue. The 200-Hall shower room was not in use, as the tub had been removed, and the shower was non-functioning. Interviews with facility staff confirmed awareness of the issues, with the Administrator providing repair quotes for both shower rooms and Maintenance staff indicating that repairs for the 100-Hall shower were scheduled to be completed within 30 days. The 200-Hall shower had a repair quote from several months prior, but repairs had not yet been initiated, as the plan was to address the 100-Hall shower first. These conditions resulted in a failure to provide a sanitary, orderly, and comfortable environment for residents requiring hygiene services.