Ontario Grove Healthcare & Wellness Centre, Lp
Inspection history, citations, penalties and survey trends for this long-term care facility in Ontario, California.
- Location
- 933 E Deodar St, Ontario, California 91764
- CMS Provider Number
- 055693
- Inspections on file
- 29
- Latest survey
- December 23, 2025
- Citations (last 12 mo.)
- 4
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Ontario Grove Healthcare & Wellness Centre, Lp during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Staff failed to follow COVID-19 isolation protocols when a CNA entered an isolation room without required eye protection and another CNA exited an isolation room without closing the door, despite facility policy and CDC guidance. Both CNAs acknowledged awareness of the protocols but did not adhere to them during care of residents under droplet precautions.
The facility did not provide documentation for one of the required semi-annual fire alarm control panel battery load voltage tests, as discovered during a review of records and staff interviews. The Maintenance Director and Assistant Administrator were unaware of this requirement, resulting in noncompliance with NFPA standards for fire alarm system maintenance.
The facility did not perform or document a required monthly 30-minute load test of its emergency generator, as required by NFPA standards. This lapse was due to a transition between Maintenance Directors and resulted in non-compliance with emergency power system testing requirements, affecting all residents and both smoke compartments.
Surveyors found that annual inspection records for kitchen cooking equipment were missing, as confirmed by the Assistant Administrator during document review and interview. This deficiency affected one smoke compartment and 24 residents, with no documentation available to show compliance with required maintenance standards.
Surveyors identified multiple failures in food storage, labeling, and sanitation, including spoiled cilantro left in a refrigerator, a dirty produce storage box with lettuce, improperly sealed and freezer-burned pork ribs, and a container of noodles missing a use by date. Staff and supervisors confirmed that facility policies were not followed, potentially affecting all residents receiving meals from the kitchen.
A resident with a history of atrial fibrillation, tachycardia, and dysphagia, who spoke Cantonese, was provided with a communication board labeled in Spanish instead of their spoken language. This failure was confirmed by an LVN and the DON, who acknowledged that the facility's policy on accommodating communication needs was not followed, leaving the resident without an effective way to communicate with staff.
A resident with multiple medical conditions was found with used suction tubing and a Yankauer tip left uncovered and unlabeled on the bedside table. The equipment was not stored in a sanitary manner, and staff interviews revealed a lack of awareness regarding proper procedures for changing and labeling suction equipment, contrary to facility policy.
Three residents, each with significant medical or mobility issues, were found unable to access their call lights due to improper placement, such as being wrapped around a bed rail, placed on a headwall fixture, or left under the bed. Staff confirmed the call lights were not within reach, and facility leadership acknowledged that the policy requiring accessible call systems was not followed.
Nine resident rooms were found to provide less than the required 80 square feet of livable space per resident, with each room housing three residents in 231 square feet (77 sq. ft. per resident). Facility staff confirmed the deficiency and noted that no safety hazards or resident complaints were present.
A resident with neurogenic bowel did not have a bowel movement for several days, despite being prescribed medications for bowel regularity and stool softening. The Bisacodyl suppository was not administered, and the Lactulose solution was given only once. The DON noted that the LVN failed to document the absence of bowel movements and may not have reviewed the records, leading to a lack of communication with the physician.
A resident with a history of falling and a femur fracture reported that call lights were not answered promptly during certain shifts, leaving them without necessary assistance for activities of daily living. Despite the facility's policy requiring timely responses, the resident experienced delays, particularly at night, impacting their care and safety.
Failure to Follow COVID-19 Isolation Protocols
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The facility failed to implement its infection control program to prevent the spread of COVID-19 when two Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) did not adhere to established protocols for droplet isolation precautions. In one instance, a CNA entered a COVID-19 isolation room to serve a lunch tray without wearing the required eye protection, despite clear signage and the availability of face shields at the door. The CNA acknowledged awareness of the requirement but stated she forgot to put on the eye protection. The Director of Nursing (DON) and Infection Prevention Nurse (IPN) confirmed that this action was not in accordance with the facility's Respiratory Virus Prevention & Control Plan, which mandates the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including eye protection for staff entering isolation rooms. In a separate incident, another CNA exited a COVID-19 isolation room without closing the door behind her, contrary to facility practice and CDC guidance, which require doors to remain closed to limit the spread of respiratory droplets. The CNA admitted she was aware of the requirement but forgot to close the door. The DON confirmed that while there was no written policy specifically about door closure, it was the facility's practice to keep doors closed for residents under droplet isolation. Review of the facility's policies and CDC guidance further supported the expectation that doors should be kept closed for residents with suspected or confirmed COVID-19. These lapses in protocol were observed during the care of residents under droplet isolation precautions.
Failure to Document Semi-Annual Fire Alarm Battery Testing
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The facility failed to maintain the fire alarm system in accordance with regulatory requirements, as evidenced by the lack of documentation for one of the required semi-annual fire alarm control panel battery load voltage tests. During a document review and interview, the Maintenance Director and Assistant Administrator were unable to provide records for this testing and stated they were not aware of the requirement. This deficiency affected both smoke compartments and all residents in the facility. The absence of documentation for the semi-annual battery testing was identified during a review of facility records and confirmed through staff interviews. No issues were reported with the fire alarm system itself at the time of the survey, but the required testing and documentation were not completed as mandated by NFPA 101 and NFPA 72 standards.
Failure to Conduct and Document Monthly Generator Load Test
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The facility failed to maintain the emergency power supply system as required by NFPA 101 and NFPA 110 standards. Specifically, the facility did not conduct the required monthly 30-minute load test of the emergency generator for one month, as evidenced by the absence of documentation for the test in August 2024. This deficiency was identified during a document review and interview with the Assistant Administrator and Maintenance Director, who confirmed that the facility was between Maintenance Directors at the time, resulting in the missed test. The generator in question is a 4 kilowatt gasoline-powered unit with a 25-gallon backup fuel supply. The lack of a monthly load test meant that the facility could not demonstrate that the generator and associated equipment were capable of supplying emergency power within the required 10 seconds, as stipulated by regulatory standards. The deficiency affected both smoke compartments and all 51 residents in the facility, as the emergency power system is essential for maintaining critical services during a loss of normal utility power. Surveyors found that the facility was unable to provide written records of the required monthly generator load test for the specified period. The absence of this documentation indicated non-compliance with the operational inspection and testing requirements outlined in NFPA 110, which mandates that emergency power supply systems be inspected weekly and exercised under load at least monthly. No issues were identified with the residents at the time of the survey, and the deficiency was limited to the failure to perform and document the required generator test.
Plan Of Correction
K 918 Ontario Grove Healthcare and Wellness Centre Plan of Correction for Life and Safety June 17, 2025 Submitted by: Belinda Busuego, RN DON Submitted on: 6/24/2025 Ontario Grove Healthcare & Wellness submits this response and Plan of Correction as part of the requirements under state and federal law. The Plan of Correction is submitted in accordance with specific regulatory requirements. It shall not be construed as admission of any alleged deficiency cited or any liability. The provider submits this plan of correction with the intention that it is inadmissible by any third party to any civil, criminal action or proceedings against the provider or its employees, agents, officers, directors, or stakeholders. The facility reserves the right to challenge the cited findings if at any time the provider determines that the disputed findings are relied upon in a manner adverse to the interests of the provider either by the governmental agencies or third parties. The facility desires that this plan of correction be considered the facility's allegation of compliance. "Preparation, submission and or execution of the Plan of Correction does not constitute admission or agreement by the provider of the truth of the facts alleged or conclusion set forth in this statement of deficiencies. The plan of Correction is prepared, submitted and/or executed solely because it is required by the provisions of federal and state law." K324 Cooking Facilities 1. What corrective action(s) will be accomplished for those residents found to have been affected by the deficient practice. On 6/17/2025, Maintenance Supervisor conducted the annual kitchen equipment inspection to ensure no malfunction of the fuel-fired kitchen cooking equipment in the kitchen. No issues identified. 2. How the facility will identify other residents having the potential to be affected by the same deficient and what corrective action will be taken. On 6/17/2025, Maintenance Supervisor conducted the annual kitchen equipment inspection to ensure no malfunction of the fuel-fired kitchen cooking equipment in the kitchen. No issues identified. 3. What measures will be put into place or what systemic changes the facility will make to ensure that the deficient practice does not recur. On 6/17/2025, Assistant Administrator conducted a one-to-one in-service with Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that the annual kitchen equipment inspection is conducted as required. Maintenance Supervisor will conduct annual kitchen appliance inspection to ensure that kitchen cooking equipment is functioning and protected in accordance with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations. The Maintenance Supervisor will report identified issues to the Administrator or Assistant Administrator for corrective actions. 4. How the facility plans to monitor its performance to make sure that solutions are sustained. The facility must develop a plan for ensuring that correction is achieved and sustained. This plan must be implemented, and the corrective action evaluated for its effectiveness. The POC is integrated into the quality assurance process. Maintenance Supervisor will present kitchen inspection findings on QA&A meeting for further evaluation and recommendations for 3 months. 5. How the facility plans to monitor its performance to make sure that solutions are sustained. The facility must develop a plan for ensuring that correction is achieved and sustained. This plan must be implemented, and the corrective action evaluated for its effectiveness. The POC is integrated into the quality assurance process. Maintenance Supervisor will present monthly load test results to the QA&A meeting for further evaluation and recommendations for 3 months.
Missing Annual Kitchen Equipment Inspection Records
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The facility failed to maintain required documentation for the inspection of kitchen cooking equipment. During a document review and interview with the Assistant Administrator, it was found that records of annual kitchen appliance inspections were missing. The Assistant Administrator confirmed that the documentation for these inspections was not available at the time of the survey. This deficiency affected one of two smoke compartments and involved 24 of 51 residents. The lack of inspection records was specifically related to the maintenance of fuel-fired kitchen cooking equipment, as required by NFPA 101 and NFPA 96 standards. No additional information about the medical history or condition of the residents involved was provided in the report.
Deficient Food Storage, Labeling, and Sanitation Practices Identified
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The facility failed to store, label, and maintain food and food storage areas in a sanitary manner according to professional food service standards. During observations, a bunch of cilantro that was turning black and wet was found in a refrigerator, and both the Dietary Services Supervisor (DSS) and Assistant Administrator confirmed it was spoiled and should have been discarded. Additionally, a produce storage box containing whole heads of lettuce was found with visible dirt and debris at the bottom, and staff acknowledged the box had not been cleaned as required by facility policy. An opened box of fully cooked boneless pork ribs was found in the freezer with its internal plastic liner unsealed and showing signs of freezer burn, which staff confirmed was not safe for residents due to the risk of bacterial growth and ice formation. In the dry storage room, a large container of noodles pasta was found with a prep date but missing a use by date, and the DSS stated the label was incomplete and did not meet policy requirements. These failures were confirmed through interviews and record reviews, where staff and supervisors acknowledged that facility policies and procedures for food storage, labeling, and sanitation were not followed. The deficiencies had the potential to affect all 53 residents who receive meals from the facility's kitchen, as the improper storage and handling of food items could lead to contamination and foodborne illness. No specific residents or their medical histories were mentioned in relation to the deficiencies.
Failure to Provide Communication Board in Resident's Language
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A deficiency occurred when a resident, admitted with diagnoses including atrial fibrillation, tachycardia, and dysphagia, was not provided with a communication board in their spoken language. The resident's records indicated that they spoke Cantonese, but during an observation, the communication board available in the resident's room was labeled in Spanish. This discrepancy was confirmed by a Licensed Vocational Nurse, who acknowledged that the board was not in the correct language and should have been in Cantonese. Further review of the facility's policy on accommodating residents' communication needs revealed that adaptive devices, such as communication boards, should be provided to assist residents in expressing their needs. The Director of Nursing confirmed that the policy was not followed in this instance, resulting in the resident not having an effective method to communicate with staff.
Improper Storage and Labeling of Suction Equipment
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A deficiency was identified when a resident with dementia, congestive heart failure, and gastrostomy status was observed with a portable suction machine at the bedside. The suction tubing, including the Yankauer tip, showed signs of prior use with dried residue and was left uncovered, resting directly on the bedside table. The tubing was not bagged, capped, or stored in a sanitary manner, and there was no date or label indicating when it was last used or replaced. The suction canister was also unlabeled. These observations were made during a routine check inside the resident's room. Interviews with staff revealed that the LVN was unaware of the facility's policy regarding the frequency of changing or replacing Yankauer suction tubing. The DON confirmed that the Yankauer tip was single-use and should have been discarded after use, and that both the suction canister and tubing should be labeled with the date of replacement. A review of the facility's policy indicated that critical and semi-critical items must be sterilized or disinfected and stored appropriately, which was not followed in this instance.
Call Light System Inaccessibility for Multiple Residents
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The facility failed to ensure that the call light system was accessible to three residents, as observed during multiple room visits and confirmed through staff interviews and record reviews. In one instance, a resident with dementia, dysphagia, and type 2 diabetes was found unable to reach the call light, which was wrapped around the bed rail and nearly touching the floor. The resident attempted but was unable to access it, and a Licensed Vocational Nurse confirmed its inaccessibility. Another resident with mobility issues, cognitive communication deficit, and a history of falls was found with the call light placed on top of the headwall light fixture, out of reach. The resident was unaware of the call light's location, and a Certified Nursing Assistant confirmed it was not within reach. A third resident with a history of right femoral neck fracture had the call light under the bed, also out of reach, and did not know its location. This was confirmed by a Licensed Vocational Nurse. A review of the facility's policy and procedure on the call system indicated that residents should be able to call for staff assistance from their rooms and toileting/bathing facilities. During interviews, the Director of Nursing and Assistant Administrator acknowledged that the policy was not followed in these cases and confirmed that the call lights were not accessible to the residents as required.
Resident Rooms Below Minimum Square Footage Requirement
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The facility failed to provide the required minimum of 80 square feet of livable space per resident in nine resident rooms, specifically Rooms 26 through 34. During an environmental tour and measurement, each of these rooms, which housed three residents each, was found to have only 231 square feet, equating to 77 square feet per resident. This was confirmed through observation, interviews, and record review with facility staff, including the Assistant Administrator and Maintenance Supervisor. The Assistant Administrator acknowledged that these rooms did not meet the regulatory requirement for space per resident and stated that the facility had room waivers for these rooms. No safety hazards or complaints regarding space or room issues were reported by the residents occupying these rooms at the time of the survey. The deficiency was based solely on the physical measurements of the rooms and the facility's acknowledgment that the rooms did not meet the required square footage per resident.
Failure to Implement Bowel Elimination Treatment
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The facility failed to implement appropriate treatment and assessment of bowel elimination for a resident diagnosed with neurogenic bowel, who had not had a bowel movement from February 7, 2025, through February 11, 2025. The resident was admitted with a diagnosis that included neurogenic bowel, a condition affecting bowel function. Despite the absence of bowel movements, the prescribed medications for bowel regularity and stool softening were administered, but the Bisacodyl suppository, intended for rectal insertion as needed for constipation, was not administered. Additionally, the Lactulose oral solution was administered only once, and there were no nursing notes or reports made to the physician regarding the resident's lack of bowel movements over several days. During an interview and record review, the Director of Nursing (DON) indicated that the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) failed to document the resident's lack of bowel movements, possibly due to not receiving a report from the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The DON also noted that the LVN may not have reviewed the resident's bowel movement records. The facility's policy on bowel and bladder training indicated that the licensed nurse is responsible for carrying out the physician's orders, which was not adequately followed in this case.
Failure to Respond to Call Lights Promptly
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The facility failed to adhere to its policy and procedure regarding the timely response to call lights, which is crucial for providing care and services to residents. This deficiency was observed in the case of a resident who was admitted with a history of falling and a displaced intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur. The resident, who was cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 15, reported difficulties in receiving assistance during specific shifts, particularly between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM, and from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The resident expressed that there were instances when calls for help went unanswered until the morning, affecting their ability to receive necessary assistance with activities of daily living, such as diaper changes. The facility's policy, titled Communication - Call System, mandates that nursing staff answer call bells promptly and courteously. However, during an interview, the Director of Staff Developer acknowledged that call lights should be answered in a timely manner, indicating a lapse in adherence to the policy. The resident's MDS Section G assessment indicated a need for setup or clean-up assistance with various daily activities, highlighting the importance of timely staff response to call lights. The failure to respond promptly to the resident's requests for assistance potentially jeopardized their health and safety, as they were left without necessary care during critical times.
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Two residents with dementia, schizoaffective disorder, and major depressive disorder, both with moderately impaired cognition and needing moderate ADL assistance, were found unclothed together in one resident's bed. One resident later stated she did not want sexual activity and did not consent, while the other resident could not recall the encounter. An LVN reported that both residents verbally consented at the time but acknowledged no assessment had been done to determine their capacity to consent to sexual activity. The DON identified the incident as sexual abuse and confirmed that allowing sexual activity without prior capacity assessment was inconsistent with facility policy and that the resident was not protected from sexual abuse.
Two residents with dementia, schizoaffective disorder, major depressive disorder, and moderately impaired cognition, both needing moderate assistance with ADLs, were found unclothed together in one resident’s bed. The resident later stated she did not consent to sexual contact, while the other resident did not recall any sexual activity. An LVN documented the incident and acknowledged it constituted sexual abuse that should have been reported immediately to the abuse coordinator and appropriate agencies, but did not report it. The administrator, who serves as the abuse coordinator, stated she relies on staff to notify her immediately of such allegations so they can be reported to CDPH, law enforcement, and the Ombudsman, but this did not occur, resulting in the allegation not being reported as required.
A resident with Parkinson’s disease, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis reported being punched in the face by another resident, resulting in facial bruising. The resident’s MDS showed intact cognition, and a change in condition evaluation documented the assault; however, the MD was not notified until more than a day later. The care plan directed licensed nurses to assess the resident’s body, and staff observed a purplish bruise on the right lower eyelid/orbital area, but this was not documented in the progress notes. Required every-shift monitoring for 72 hours after the change in condition was not documented on multiple day shifts. The DON confirmed lack of awareness of the bruise and acknowledged missing documentation and monitoring, despite facility policies requiring immediate provider notification and complete, accurate charting of changes in condition.
A nurse left a medication cart unlocked and unattended in the hallway while administering insulin to a resident with diabetes, cardiac, and post-surgical conditions. The cart was out of the nurse's direct line of sight, contrary to facility policy requiring medication carts to be locked when not in use. The DON confirmed that medications should be secured to prevent unauthorized access.
A resident’s legal representative requested copies of the resident’s medical records through a faxed request from a law office’s third-party service, but the records were not provided within the required timeframe. The MRD confirmed receiving the request and stated he had forwarded the documents to the DON for review over a month earlier and had not received them back to release. Upon review of federal requirements for record access, the ADON acknowledged that the facility did not comply with the regulation requiring provision of copies within two working days of request.
Two CNAs violated privacy and confidentiality requirements when one CNA used a personal cell phone to record and photograph two residents during a perceived altercation and then sent the video to another CNA. The residents, who had significant medical conditions including paraplegia, seizures, dysphagia, and severe cognitive impairment, were dependent on staff for ADLs. The second CNA reported that a family member later took her phone without permission, accessed the contents, and transmitted the videos and photos to facility leadership. Facility staff, including an LVN, the DSD, and the administrator, stated that HIPAA rules and facility policies prohibit staff from recording residents on personal devices and allow resident photographs only with consent and for medical purposes as part of the chart, and that the facility’s "Stop and Watch" process requires observation and reporting, not filming.
A resident with a stage 4 sacrococcygeal PI, Parkinson’s disease, hypertension, moderate cognitive impairment, and high assistance needs was not provided care consistent with the facility’s pressure injury prevention policy. Although the care plan included daily wound treatment and use of a LAL mattress, it lacked an individualized repositioning schedule and did not document education or reminders about repositioning. Facility documentation showed only that the resident was assisted to roll each shift, with no evidence of q2h turning in bed or of how often incontinence briefs were checked and changed. After the resident refused Foley catheter reinsertion, the IDT did not identify incontinence as a risk factor or add new wound-protective or moisture-preventive interventions, and the subsequent care plan for non-compliance omitted such measures. The TXN and DON confirmed that repositioning and protection of the wound from incontinence were not clearly implemented or reflected in the care plan, despite policy requirements.
A resident with Parkinson’s disease, cognitive impairment, and significant assistance needs for mobility and toileting experienced two early-morning falls resulting in head injuries. After the first fall, the IDT documented potential interventions such as a bed alarm and floor mat but did not identify the cause of the fall, did not obtain a physician order for the floor mat, and did not ensure the care plan addressed supervision or bed alarm function. Before and after the falls, the care plan lacked interventions for supervision despite poor safety awareness and failure to use the call light, and the second fall occurred when the resident slid from bed while reaching for a snack bag placed on the bedside table. IDT follow-up documentation for the second fall was incomplete, and staff acknowledged that fall causes were not identified and resident-centered interventions were not fully implemented.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment and multiple neurological diagnoses was dependent on staff for hygiene and mobility. During an IDT meeting, the resident’s family member communicated specific care preferences, but facility staff did not develop or update a comprehensive person-centered care plan to include these preferences. Review of care plans over several months showed no documentation of the communicated preferences, despite facility policy requiring the IDT to create a measurable, time-framed care plan based on assessed needs and expressed preferences.
A resident with COPD and severely impaired cognition, dependent on staff for all ADLs and mobility, had a physician order for continuous supplemental O2 at a fixed rate of 2 L/min. During observations, the resident was found receiving O2 at 3 L/min. An LVN recognized the discrepancy and reported it to an RN supervisor, but there was no documentation of any clinical rationale for the increased flow, no physician notification, and no order change. The care plan directed staff to administer O2 as ordered, and facility policy required verification of the order, documentation of flow rate and rationale, and appropriate reporting, which were not followed.
Failure to Protect Cognitively Impaired Resident From Sexual Abuse
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The facility failed to ensure a resident was free from sexual abuse when two cognitively impaired residents were found unclothed together in one resident's bed without prior assessment of their capacity to consent to sexual activity. One resident had dementia, schizoaffective disorder, and major depressive disorder, with documentation of fluctuating capacity to understand and make decisions and a Minimum Data Set (MDS) indicating moderately impaired cognition and a need for moderate assistance with ADLs. During an interview at her bedside, this resident stated she did not want to engage in sexual activity and did not consent to sexual contact with the other resident. The second resident involved also had dementia, schizoaffective disorder, and major depressive disorder, with an MDS showing moderately impaired cognition and a need for moderate assistance with ADLs. In an interview, he stated he liked women and liked to socialize with women but could not recall whether he engaged in sexual activity with the first resident. An LVN reported observing both residents unclothed in the first resident's bed and stated that, at the time of the incident, both residents verbally consented to sexual activity, but she was not aware of any assessment having been performed to determine either resident's capacity to consent. The DON stated the incident was considered sexual abuse, that it was not the facility's practice to allow sexual activity without appropriate assessment, and that the facility failed to ensure the resident was protected from sexual abuse, contrary to the facility's abuse prevention policy.
Failure to Report Alleged Sexual Abuse Between Cognitively Impaired Residents
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The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to report an allegation of sexual abuse between two residents to the State Survey Agency, Ombudsman, and local law enforcement as required by federal regulations and the facility’s own abuse reporting policy. A nurse documented that one resident (Resident 2) and another resident (Resident 4) were found unclothed together in Resident 2’s bed, and the nurse acknowledged that this situation constituted sexual abuse and should have been reported immediately to the abuse coordinator and appropriate agencies, but she did not report the incident. The facility’s policy stated that all staff are mandated reporters and must notify appropriate authorities within two hours of becoming aware of abuse and immediately notify the Abuse Prevention Coordinator and their supervisor. Resident 2 had dementia, schizoaffective disorder, major depressive disorder, fluctuating capacity to understand and make decisions, and moderately impaired cognition, and required moderate assistance with ADLs. During an interview at her bedside, Resident 2 stated she did not consent to sexual contact with Resident 4. Resident 4 also had dementia, schizoaffective disorder, major depressive disorder, moderately impaired cognition, and required moderate assistance with ADLs, and stated he did not recall engaging in sexual activity with any residents. The Administrator, who served as the abuse coordinator, stated she was responsible for reporting all abuse allegations to CDPH, law enforcement, and the Ombudsman, and that staff were responsible for notifying her immediately of sexual abuse allegations so they could be reported and investigated. The failure of staff to notify the Administrator and report the incident resulted in the sexual abuse allegation not being reported as required, causing a delay in an onsite investigation by CDPH.
Failure to Assess, Notify, and Monitor Resident After Facial Trauma
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The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to follow professional standards of nursing practice in assessing and monitoring a resident after a reported change of condition related to facial trauma. The resident was admitted with Parkinson’s disease, age-related osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis, and had intact cognitive skills for daily decision-making per a recent MDS. On the evening of 3/26/2026, a Change in Condition Evaluation documented that another resident hit this resident on the nose and both cheeks. The evaluation showed that the attending physician was not notified until 10 p.m. on 3/27/2026, approximately 26.5 hours after the reported incident, and the physician’s recommendation was to monitor the resident’s nose and cheeks for any changes and pain. The resident’s care plan, initiated on 3/26/2026, documented the report that another resident hit him on the nose and both cheeks and included an intervention for licensed nurses to check and assess the resident’s body. In an interview, the resident described that the other resident came into the room, stood on the left side of the bed, and punched him in the face. A photograph taken two days after the alleged incident showed a purplish-blue bruise on the right lower orbital area, although the resident declined to provide a copy of the picture. A CNA later reported observing a purple bruise on the resident’s right lower eyelid on 3/27/2026, described as extending from the inner to the middle lower eyelid and about the size of the tip of her fifth digit. During record review and interviews, an LVN stated that on 3/27/2026 the resident’s right lower eyelid had a dime-sized purplish bruise, but there was no documentation of this bruise in the progress notes. The LVN also stated that the resident should have been monitored every shift for 72 hours after the change of condition, yet there was no documented evidence of monitoring on the 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. shifts on 3/27/2026, 3/28/2026, and 3/29/2026. The DON reported not being made aware of the right eyelid bruise, confirmed that the resident should have been monitored every shift for at least 72 hours following the change of condition, and acknowledged there was no confirmed documentation of monitoring on the identified shifts. Facility policies required immediate physician consultation for significant changes in condition and complete, accurate documentation of changes and services provided, but the facility failed to identify, document, and monitor the resident’s change of condition in accordance with these policies.
Plan Of Correction
Facility Response Submission of the Plan of Correction does not constitute admission or agreement by the Provider of the truth of the facts alleged or conclusion set forth in this statement of deficiencies. The Plan of Correction is prepared and/or executed solely because it is required by the provision of Federal and State laws. This Plan of Correction constitutes the facility's credible allegation of compliance Corrective Action On 4/7/2026 Resident 1 was reassessed by LVN 3 and no skin issue was identified. On 4/7/2026 LVN 3 received one-on-one in-service by DON regarding importance of documenting details about resident's change of condition and monitoring every shift for 72 hours. Identification of other residents and corrective action On 4/8/2026 DON and/or designee reviewed audits provided by medical records for all change of condition in month of April to ensure proper documentation and monitoring are in place. No other deficient practice noted. Measures to prevent recurrence On 4/7/2026 LVN 3 received one-on-one in-service by DON regarding importance of documenting details about resident's change of condition and monitoring every shift for 72 hours. On 4/8/2026 Licensed nurses received in-service by DON regarding importance of documenting details about resident's change of condition and monitoring every shift for 72 hours. Monitoring and incorporation into the QA system HID will audit change of conditions using Change of Condition Audit form daily Monday-Friday and will report any finding during daily stand-up meeting Monday-Friday on-going. DON or designee will review change of conditions from prior day during daily clinical meetings (Monday -Friday) on going to ensure the nurse notified the attending physician regarding resident's significant change of condition and documented. Any deficient finding will be reported to DON and/or administrator for further corrective action/recommendation. Any trend of deficient finding(s) will be documented on Change of Condition Audit Form and will be reviewed during the monthly QA meeting for further review and/or recommendation(s). Administrator who will then report to the Quality Assurance (QA) team during monthly Quality Assurance (QA)/Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) for further evaluation/recommendation and to provide feedback and program modification if needed x3 months or until compliant. Date Corrective action to be completed: 4/8/2026
Medication Cart Left Unlocked During Medication Pass
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During a medication pass for a resident with a history of surgical aftercare, cardiac arrest, heart failure, and type 2 diabetes mellitus, a licensed nurse prepared and administered Novolog insulin using a pen-injector. The nurse left the medication cart unlocked and unattended in the hallway, approximately two feet outside the resident's bedroom doorway, while administering the injection inside the room. The cart was out of the nurse's direct line of sight during this time. The nurse acknowledged that the cart was left unlocked and should have been secured when not in direct view. Facility policy and procedure documents reviewed indicated that medication carts must be kept closed and locked when out of sight of the medication nurse or aide, and that compartments containing drugs and biologicals are to be locked when not in use. The Director of Nursing confirmed that medications should be locked and secured to prevent unauthorized access by unlicensed staff and residents. The failure to lock the medication cart during the medication pass was observed and confirmed through interviews and record review.
Plan Of Correction
From 4/4/2025 through 4/7/2025, the DON, DSD, and ADSD completed 1:1 inservices with licensed staff regarding the facility policy and procedure titled Storage of Medications. Medication carts must be kept locked when unattended. DON, IP, MDS, ADSD, or DSD will monitor medication carts being locked when unattended 3 times a week for 2 weeks. DON, IP, MDS, ADSD, or DSD will monitor medication carts being locked when unattended 2 times a week for 2 weeks. DON, IP, MDS, ADSD, or DSD will monitor medication carts being locked when unattended 1 time a week for 2 weeks. DON, IP, MDS, ADSD, or DSD will random monitor medication carts being locked when unattended for 1 month. System effectiveness will be evaluated during the facility's monthly Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Committee meetings for three (3) months.
Failure to Timely Provide Resident Medical Records Upon Request
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The facility failed to provide timely access to medical records as required under 42 CFR 483.10(g)(2) for one resident. The resident’s face sheet showed an admission date of November 18, 2025, with multiple diagnoses, but no additional clinical details were provided. A legal representative’s office faxed an initial request for the resident’s medical records on February 26, 2026. As of March 26, 2026, the legal representative’s staff reported that the office had not yet received the requested records from the facility. On April 2, 2026, the Medical Record Director (MRD) confirmed documentation that a third-party service for the law office had requested the resident’s medical records on February 26, 2026. The MRD stated he had submitted the requested documents to the Director of Nursing (DON) for review over a month prior but had not received them back to proceed with releasing the records. During a concurrent interview and record review, the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) reviewed the State Operations Manual Appendix PP guidance on residents’ rights to access personal and medical records, which requires that copies be provided within two working days of request. The ADON acknowledged that this regulatory requirement was not followed by the facility.
Plan Of Correction
F0573 Right to Access/Purchase Copies of Records What corrective action(s) will be accomplished for those Residents found to have been affected by the deficient practice? Medical Records Director (MRD) released medical records for Resident 1 as requested by the legal representative (Legal Staff) on April 21, 2026. How will other individuals with the potential to be affected by this deficient practice be identified and protected? No other Resident was identified to have been effected by the deficient practice. What systemic changes will be implemented to ensure that the deficient practice does not recur? The Quality Assurance Committee met on April 14, 2026 to review the Policy and Procedure which was then forwarded to the Knolls West Post Acute legal team for further evaluation. Revision of the policy will be discussed and approved by the Quality Assurance Committee to ensure the facility meets all Federal and State Regulations. F0573 Right to Access/Purchase Copies of Records (CONT.)The Administrator and the Medical Records Director (MRD) are responsible for informing the requesting party for the demand for payment for the requested medical documentation being provided and until payment is received the facility will hold the chart copies.How corrective action(s) will be monitored to ensure solutions are being achieved and sustainedThe Resident's Responsible Party will be notified upon receipt of the Medical Records Request and review in the presence of the facility representative. Records will be provided if it does not pertain to any legal matters after payment is received. The Administrator and/or Designee is responsible for reporting to the Quality Assurance Committee on a monthly basis and monitoring to ensure that corrective action is implemented and evaluated for its effectiveness. The same will be reviewed on a quarterly basis to the Quality Assurance Committee meeting x 3 quarters or until 100% compliance is achieved and sustained.Date of CompletionApril 23, 2026
Unauthorized Resident Recording and Disclosure Violating Privacy and Confidentiality
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Summary
The deficiency involves a failure to protect residents’ privacy and confidentiality when a CNA used a personal cell phone to record and photograph two residents without their knowledge or consent, and then shared that content with another CNA. One resident had paraplegia, depression, muscle weakness, dorsalgia, and polyneuropathy, was cognitively intact, and dependent on staff for ADLs. The other resident had diagnoses including seizures, dysphagia, acute kidney dysfunction, and muscle weakness, was able to make needs known but could not make medical decisions, had severely impaired decision-making, and was also dependent on staff for ADLs. Both residents were therefore in a position of dependence on staff for care at the time of the incident. According to CNA 2, on a specific date she recorded a video of the two residents because one resident started an altercation with the other. She stated she recorded the incident for “evidence” and to show CNA 1, acknowledging that recording residents was not part of facility policy and that she should not have recorded or taken photographs of them. CNA 1 confirmed that she received the video on her personal cell phone from CNA 2 and stated that the recording was made for “safety purposes” due to a situation that was perceived as potentially escalating to physical aggression. CNA 1 reported that she did not share or post the video on social media or distribute it to others, but that a family member took her phone without permission and accessed its contents. CNA 1 further stated that this family member sent the video and pictures of the two residents to the facility, and that she notified the facility that her phone had been taken but did not disclose that it contained videos or photographs of the residents because she was unaware that the family member had accessed or distributed them. The DSD reported receiving a text message from an unknown number containing approximately two videos and an undetermined number of photographs of the two residents, along with the names of CNA 1 and CNA 2. The DSD, LVN 2, and the Administrator each stated that staff were required to follow HIPAA regulations, that staff were not permitted to record or possess videos or photographs of residents on personal devices, and that any photographs of residents required consent and had to be for medical purposes as part of the medical record. Facility policies on confidentiality, residents’ rights, and dignity stated that unauthorized release, access, or disclosure of resident information, including video or audio, was prohibited and that staff must protect resident privacy and treat residents with dignity and respect. The videos received by the DSD did not show an altercation between the residents, and staff interviews confirmed that filming residents was not part of the facility’s “Stop and Watch” process, which instead required observation, intervention, and reporting of changes in condition or behaviors to nursing staff.
Plan Of Correction
This Plan of Correction is the facility's credible allegation of compliance. Preparation and/or execution of this plan of correction does not constitute admission or agreement by the provider of the truth or facts alleged, or conclusions set forth in the statement of deficiencies. The plan of correction is prepared and/or executed solely because it is required by the provisions of federal and state law. F0583 Personal Privacy/Confidentiality of Records How corrective action(s) will be accomplished for those residents found to have been affected by the deficient practice: Corrective actions were immediately implemented for Resident 1 and Resident 2 upon identification of the deficient practice. The facility initiated an investigation on 03/23/2026 and conducted immediate interviews with staff and residents utilizing structured interview tools to assess scope, impact, and additional potential concerns. Interviews confirmed the incident was isolated and no additional residents reported privacy violations or concerns. The staff members involved were removed from duty immediately. Following completion of the investigation, both employees were terminated in accordance with facility policy due to violation of resident rights, HIPAA, and facility confidentiality policies. Both employees completed formal Declarations and Attestations of Deletion of Unauthorized Recordings, confirming removal of all recordings and non-distribution of content. Documentation includes: Ashley Zelaya, CNA – Declaration executed 03/30/2026 at 9:21 AM, attesting deletion of all recordings and acknowledgment of policy violation Leslie Bram Reyes, CNA – Declaration executed 03/26/2026 at 10:42 AM, attesting deletion of all recordings and acknowledgment of policy violation Residents and/or responsible parties were notified. Social Services completed assessments with no identified psychosocial harm. All corrective actions were completed by 03/26/2026. How the facility identifies other residents having the potential to be affected by the same deficient practice and what corrective action will be taken. A facility-wide audit was initiated on 03/25/2026 using the Briarcrest Comprehensive Privacy, Recording, and Resident Rights Audit Tool. The audit included direct observation, staff interviews, and resident interviews to evaluate compliance with privacy practices, personal device use, and HIPAA requirements. Interviews were conducted using standardized staff and resident interview tools to ensure consistency and thoroughness in data collection. Findings from the audit confirmed that no additional residents were affected by the deficient practice and no additional incidents of unauthorized recording or disclosure were identified. Staff were immediately re-educated by Director and staff development on HIPAA Privacy Rule requirements, the facility's prohibition on personal device recordings, and the appropriate use of the Stop and Watch process for reporting changes in resident conditions. This corrective action was completed by 03/27/2026. What measures will be put into place or what systemic changes will the facility make to ensure that the deficient practice does not recur. The facility implemented systemic changes to prevent recurrence of the deficient practice by reinforcing a zero-tolerance policy for unauthorized recordings and strengthening staff accountability related to resident privacy and confidentiality. Staff completed mandatory re-training by the Director of Staff Development on Resident Rights, HIPAA, and Privacy/Confidentiality requirements. Staff were required to re-acknowledge facility policies related to confidentiality and personal device use. The facility implemented routine supervisory rounding to monitor compliance with personal device restrictions. In addition, the facility installed visible signage at the receptionist area clearly articulates that video recording is strictly prohibited inside resident rooms and in any facility areas where residents are present. The facility also posted signage throughout the entire facility, in both English and Spanish, indicating that video recording is not allowed to ensure clear communication to staff, visitors, and all individuals entering the facility. Privacy and HIPAA compliance were further integrated into new employee orientation, annual competencies, and ongoing in-service education. The Director of Staff Development completed initial re-education by 03/27/2026, and staff completed required training by 04/05/2026. How the facility plans to monitor its performance to make sure that solutions are sustained. To ensure sustained compliance, the facility incorporated privacy and confidentiality monitoring into its Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. The facility implemented an ongoing monitoring system beginning on 03/25/2026 utilizing the established audit tool, which confirmed that no additional residents were affected, and no further incidents occurred during the initial audit period. The facility will continue monitoring through weekly audits for four consecutive weeks, followed by monthly audits for three months. These audits will include direct observation of staff practices, verification of compliance with personal device policies, and evaluation of adherence to HIPAA and privacy requirements. Audit findings will be documented using standardized tools and reviewed by the Director of Nursing, with results reported to the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Committee for analysis and trending. If any issues are identified, immediate corrective action will be implemented, including re-education and progressive discipline as appropriate. If no trends or repeat deficiencies are identified after the monitoring period, the facility will discontinue routine auditing and remove the issue from active QAPI monitoring. Dates when corrective action will be completed. 4/17/2026
Failure to Implement Repositioning and Moisture Management for Stage 4 Pressure Injury
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The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to provide care and services to prevent deterioration of a stage 4 sacrococcygeal pressure injury in accordance with its own pressure injury prevention policy. The resident had a documented stage 4 PI of the sacral region, Parkinson’s disease, hypertension, moderate cognitive impairment, and required substantial/maximal assistance with toileting hygiene, rolling, and transfers. A Braden Scale score of 16 identified the resident as at risk for pressure injury. The Skilled Evaluation Nurse note indicated a pressure-reducing device for the bed but did not indicate that the resident was to be turned and repositioned every two hours. The resident’s care plan for the stage 4 sacrococcyx PI included cleansing with normal saline, applying Santyl ointment, and covering with dry and foam dressings daily, as well as providing pressure relief and a low air loss mattress to support body alignment and position. However, the care plan did not include an individualized repositioning schedule or education and reminders about the importance of repositioning. Documentation from the facility’s records showed that the resident was assisted to roll left and right every shift, but there was no documentation that the resident was turned and repositioned every two hours while in bed, nor was there documentation of the frequency of incontinence brief checks and changes after each episode. After the resident refused reinsertion of a Foley catheter, nursing progress notes documented the refusal but the IDT wound management conference record did not identify incontinence as a risk factor affecting healing of the stage 4 PI and did not document any new recommendations following the catheter refusal. A subsequent care plan addressing the resident’s potential for worsening condition related to non-compliance with Foley catheter reinsertion did not include wound protective measures or moisture-preventive interventions. During interviews, the treatment nurse acknowledged uncertainty about how often the resident was turned/repositioned or how frequently incontinence briefs were checked and changed, and confirmed that the care plan did not include measures to ensure turning at least every two hours or effective measures to protect the sacrococcyx PI. The DON stated that staff were supposed to ensure turning at least every two hours and protection of the wound dressing from incontinence, and that the IDT did not address this risk, so the care plan was not revised, despite facility policy requiring prompt cleaning after incontinence, use of barrier products, individualized repositioning schedules, and ongoing review of interventions for effectiveness.
Failure to Identify Fall Causes and Implement Supervision and Safety Interventions
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Summary
Surveyors identified a deficiency in the facility’s failure to keep the environment free from accident hazards and to provide adequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents for a resident with significant fall risk. The resident had diagnoses including stage 4 sacral pressure ulcer, Parkinson’s disease, and hypertension, and was assessed as moderately cognitively impaired, with poor decision-making and a need for assistance with toileting, transfers, and ambulation. On one occasion, the resident was found on the floor at approximately 4:05 AM with a right forehead laceration requiring transfer to an acute care hospital for suturing. Following this first fall, the IDT Fall Management Follow-Up record listed interventions such as a medication regimen review, bed in lowest position, landing floor mat, and bed alarm, but there was no documented evidence identifying the cause of the fall. The resident’s care plan addressing strength and safety awareness deficits did not include supervision for safety despite poor safety awareness and not remembering to use the call light. The care plan for the actual fall with minor injury did not include ensuring that the bed alarm was functioning. Additionally, physician orders from 9/10/2025 to 1/29/2026 did not contain an order for a floor mat, despite this intervention being recommended in the IDT record. A second fall occurred at around 4:10 AM when the resident was again found on the floor next to the bed, holding a snack bag. The resident, described as alert but forgetful, stated that she had been trying to reach a snack bag on the bedside table and slid down from the bed, and redness was observed on the left side of the forehead after reportedly hitting the bedside table. The IDT Fall Management Follow-Up record for this second fall was incomplete, with no checked interventions. Interviews with the MDS nurse and DON confirmed that the IDT records should have identified the causes of the falls, that frequent monitoring and supervision were not care planned despite the resident’s cognitive impairment and poor safety awareness, and that the recommended floor mat was never ordered or applied, contrary to the facility’s own policies on assessing falls and developing comprehensive person-centered care plans.
Failure to Incorporate Resident Care Preferences Into Person-Centered Care Plan
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Surveyors identified a failure to develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan that incorporated a resident’s specific care preferences. The resident was readmitted on 8/31/2025 with multiple diagnoses, including metabolic encephalopathy, Alzheimer’s disease, blindness in the right eye, a history of TIA, and cerebral infarction without residual deficits. An MDS dated 10/30/2025 documented that the resident’s cognition was severely impaired and that the resident was dependent on staff for oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, personal hygiene, and movement. On 3/17/2026, the IDT met with a family member, who communicated specific care preferences for the resident. During interviews, the SSD and DSD confirmed that the family member had provided detailed care preferences at the 3/17/2026 IDT meeting, but a review of the resident’s care plans from 8/31/2025 to 3/31/2026 showed no documented care plan addressing those preferences. The DSD stated that a care plan should have been developed to reflect the resident’s care preferences, that it is the MDS nurse’s responsibility to develop the care plan, and that the absence of such a care plan could result in the preferences not being honored. The Administrator stated that the care plan is essential as it is used by staff as a guide to understand and implement the resident’s plan of care. The facility’s policy on Comprehensive Person-Centered Care Plans required the IDT to develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan with measurable objectives and time frames to meet identified needs, which was not done in this case.
Failure to Administer Oxygen Therapy as Ordered
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The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to administer oxygen therapy as ordered by the physician for a resident with COPD. The resident was admitted with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and had severely impaired cognition, requiring total staff assistance for all ADLs and mobility. A physician’s order dated 3/27/2026 directed that the resident receive continuous supplemental oxygen at a fixed rate of 2 L/min, with no indication that staff could adjust the flow rate. The resident’s care plan for altered respiratory status related to COPD instructed staff to administer oxygen as ordered. On 3/31/2026, during observations at the bedside at 8:45 a.m. and 9:40 a.m., the resident was noted to be receiving oxygen at 3 L/min, which did not match the physician’s order. An LVN reported that the resident was on 3 L/min when he checked vital signs that morning and stated this was not the ordered rate; he said he reported this to the previous shift’s RN supervisor but was unsure what action was taken. Another RN supervisor confirmed there was no documentation in the record to support an increased flow rate or any notification to the physician about the change from 2 L/min to 3 L/min, and reiterated that the order was for a fixed rate of 2 L/min. During a concurrent observation and interview, the prior RN supervisor acknowledged the resident was on 3 L/min and that the flow rate needed to be corrected to match the order. The facility’s oxygen administration policy required staff to verify a physician order, document the flow rate and rationale, and report information per professional standards, which was not followed in this instance.
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