Missing Beds, Mattresses, and Furniture in Resident Rooms
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors observed that multiple resident rooms on the third floor were missing essential furnishings, including bed frames, mattresses, and functional furniture. Both single and dual occupancy rooms were affected, with some rooms lacking one or two bed frames and mattresses, as well as necessary furniture. Additionally, one double occupancy room was found to have a key lock on the doorknob and was being used for storage rather than for resident accommodation. These findings were based on direct observation during the survey. During an interview, the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the rooms in question were not readily available for resident use as required. The absence of proper beds, mattresses, and furniture was acknowledged, and it was stated that these items were on order. The deficiency was cited under federal and state regulations requiring that each resident be provided with a separate bed of proper size and height, a clean and comfortable mattress, appropriate bedding, and functional furniture suitable to the resident's needs.