Failure to Clean and Disinfect Shower Rooms
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that three shower rooms were properly cleaned and disinfected, specifically neglecting to clean the shower heads. During an interview, a resident reported that the showers appeared to have fecal matter present. Observations confirmed the presence of dark brown residue on the lower half of the shower heads and brown stains on the walls and shower head holders in the shower stalls. The Account Manager acknowledged that the shower heads had a constant leak and required replacement, and both the Administrator and DON confirmed the discoloration and residue observed during the inspection. Medical record review indicated that the resident who reported the issue had been admitted to the facility prior to the observation, but no additional medical history or condition at the time of the deficiency was provided.