Failure to Maintain Adequate Clean Linens and Homelike Environment
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment across all seven nursing units due to a persistent shortage of clean linens, wash cloths, and towels available throughout the day. Observations revealed that linen carts contained only a limited number of sheets, towels, and wash cloths, which was insufficient for the current census of 168 residents. Interviews with laundry staff indicated that only one laundry employee was available, and a second washing machine had been out of service for three to four months, resulting in an inability to keep up with the facility's linen needs. The Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the washing machine had been down for an extended period, contributing to the ongoing shortage of clean linens.