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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Life Care Center Of Greeley during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A resident at high risk for pressure ulcers due to paraplegia did not receive consistent repositioning, leading to the development of a Stage 3 pressure ulcer. The wound was initially observed but not reported, resulting in a delay of 11 days before proper wound care was initiated. Staff interviews highlighted communication lapses and inadequate care, contributing to the resident's condition.
A resident sustained head trauma and a fractured clavicle after falling from a mechanical lift during a transfer. Two CNAs were involved in the transfer, and the facility's investigation could not determine how the sling became unhooked. Despite staff training and equipment checks, the incident revealed a failure to ensure the resident's safety during the transfer.
A facility failed to consistently assess and document a resident's blood pressure before administering furosemide, a diuretic medication, as per physician's orders. The medication was given even when the resident's blood pressure was below the specified parameters, which was confirmed through record reviews and staff interviews. An LPN acknowledged the oversight, and the DON emphasized the importance of following physician orders.
A facility failed to maintain proper infection control during medication administration and wound care. An LPN picked up a dropped pill with ungloved hands and did not wash hands between tasks. An RN used unsanitized personal scissors for wound care, contrary to facility policy. Staff interviews confirmed these actions violated infection control protocols.
Failure to Prevent Pressure Ulcer Development
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Summary
The facility failed to provide adequate care to prevent the development of pressure ulcers for a resident who was at high risk due to paraplegia and limited mobility. Upon admission, the resident was provided with a pressure-reducing mattress and wheelchair pad, but staff did not consistently reposition the resident according to her needs. On July 4th, a wound was observed on the resident's sacral area, but the nurse who identified it did not notify the unit manager or physician, leading to a delay in appropriate intervention. The wound was not addressed until a week later when a specialty mattress was ordered, and it was not until 11 days after the initial identification that the wound was properly assessed by the wound team and classified as a Stage 3 pressure injury. During this period, the resident's wound care was inadequate, as evidenced by the lack of timely wound care orders and nutritional supplements, which were only obtained after the wound had progressed to a more severe stage. Interviews with staff revealed a lack of communication and follow-through in addressing the resident's wound. The resident reported long periods of waiting for assistance, contributing to prolonged pressure on her skin. Despite being at high risk for pressure injuries, the facility's interventions were delayed and insufficient, resulting in the development of a significant pressure ulcer.
Resident Injury During Mechanical Lift Transfer
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that a resident remained as free from accident hazards as possible during a transfer using a mechanical lift. Two CNAs attempted to transfer the resident from her bed to her wheelchair when she fell from the sling attached to the lift, resulting in head trauma and a fractured right clavicle. The incident occurred when one of the sling's handles disconnected from the mechanical lift's sling bar, causing the resident to fall and hit her head on the lift. The facility's investigation was unable to determine how the sling became unhooked during the transfer. Both CNAs involved in the incident reported that they had attached the sling correctly and performed a visual inspection before the transfer. Despite their assertions, the resident fell during the transfer, indicating a failure in ensuring the sling was securely attached. Interviews with staff and residents revealed no prior concerns with the mechanical lift or its use. The maintenance supervisor confirmed that the lift was functioning properly, and no equipment failure was identified. However, the facility's inability to identify a specific procedural failure during the investigation highlights a lapse in ensuring adequate supervision and safety during resident transfers.
Removal Plan
- Both CNA #1 and CNA #3 demonstrated the use of appropriate mechanical lift procedures.
- The NHA reviewed care plans and assessments of all residents who required assistance with transferring via mechanical lifts and expanded the care plan review to examine residents with recliners in their rooms that might be a fall risk.
- All nursing staff were re-educated on proper mechanical lift procedures and provided a return demonstration of knowledge.
- The facility discussed the hoyer lift incident in the quality assurance program improvement (QAPI) meeting and continued to monitor.
- The facility ordered and replaced all the mechanical lift slings in the facility.
Failure to Monitor Blood Pressure Before Medication Administration
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide services in accordance with professional principles for a resident who was prescribed furosemide, a diuretic medication, to manage fluid buildup due to cirrhosis. The physician's order specified that the medication should be held if the resident's systolic blood pressure was less than 90 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure was less than 60 mmHg. However, the facility did not consistently assess and document the resident's blood pressure prior to administering the medication. The medication administration record (MAR) showed that the medication was given even when the resident's blood pressure was below the specified parameters. Interviews with staff revealed that the resident's blood pressure was not consistently documented or taken before administering the medication. An LPN acknowledged the importance of checking blood pressure prior to administering furosemide to ensure safety, as administering the medication with low blood pressure could lead to critically low levels. The DON was unaware of the issue and emphasized the need for nurses to follow physician orders and check blood pressure before medication administration. The deficiency was identified through a review of the resident's electronic medical record and staff interviews.
Infection Control Deficiencies in Medication Administration and Wound Care
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain an effective infection prevention and control program, as evidenced by two specific incidents. The first incident involved a licensed practical nurse (LPN) who did not adhere to proper infection control procedures during medication administration. The LPN was observed picking up a dropped pill from the medication cart with ungloved hands and placing it back into the medication cup. Additionally, the LPN applied lotion to a resident's ankle with a gloved hand but did not wear gloves on the other hand, which was used to remove the resident's sock. The LPN also failed to wash her hands after touching the resident's ankle and before administering oral medications. The second incident involved improper infection control during wound care for a resident. A registered nurse (RN) used personal scissors from her pocket to cut a resident's wound bandage without cleaning or sanitizing them before or after use. The scissors were then placed back into the RN's pocket without being sanitized. The facility had designated scissors in each resident's wound care supply container, but the RN opted to use her own, unsanitized scissors. Interviews with staff, including the infection preventionist and other RNs, confirmed that the actions observed were inconsistent with the facility's infection control policies. The infection preventionist emphasized that medications in contact with unclean surfaces should be disposed of, and that hand hygiene is crucial after glove removal. Additionally, scissors used for wound care should be sanitized before and after use, and ideally stored in a holster rather than a pocket.
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| Center At Centerplace, Llc, The | 0.8 mi | ★★★★★ | 11 | 1 |
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