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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Nursing Center At La Posada, The during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to meet food safety standards, affecting all residents. Observations revealed mold, rust, and dust in the kitchen, improper food storage, and inadequate sanitizing solutions. In the satellite kitchen, cleaning equipment was stored improperly, and food temperatures were not maintained. These issues were confirmed with the Administrator.
The facility failed to provide a well-balanced diet meeting the nutritional needs of all residents, including those on Pureed and Mechanical Soft Diets. The Cycle Menu lacked sufficient milk servings and protein content, and no alternative salads were provided for specific diets. The CDM and FSD acknowledged these issues but were unable to make changes to the corporate Cycle Menu.
The facility failed to ensure its Binding Arbitration Agreements complied with regulatory requirements, specifically the 30-day rescission period, affecting 35 residents. The agreement only allowed a three-day cancellation period, which was identified during a survey. The Administrator and Admission Director were informed of this deficiency.
The facility's Binding Arbitration Agreements did not comply with regulatory requirements regarding the venue for arbitration proceedings, affecting 35 residents. The agreement specified that arbitration would occur in the county where the facility is located, without considering the convenience of both parties. This issue was identified during a survey, and the Administrator confirmed the agreements were part of the admission packet.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment and multiple health issues was not provided with necessary supervision and assistance during meals, resulting in inadequate food intake. Observations showed the resident struggling to eat independently, with no staff assistance, leading to poor meal consumption. The care plan lacked interventions for meal assistance, and the DON acknowledged the deficiency.
The facility failed to adhere to the approved menu for residents on pureed diets, resulting in deficiencies in meal preparation and service. On multiple occasions, required pureed foods were not prepared or served, affecting two residents with physician-ordered pureed diets. Interviews with the FSD indicated that the cook did not review the menu to ensure compliance, leading to the residents not receiving their prescribed meals.
Food Safety and Hygiene Deficiencies in Facility
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to adhere to professional standards for food service safety, impacting all 40 residents. During an inspection of the main kitchen, numerous deficiencies were observed, including black mold on air-conditioning vents, rust on fan motor covers, and dust in walk-in refrigerators. Uncovered raw fish and improperly labeled shrimp were found, along with expired ricotta cheese. The kitchen floor and freezer were soiled, and food was stored improperly on the floor. Cleaning rags were left on food preparation surfaces, and sanitizing solutions were insufficient. Mold was found on walls, and equipment was not regularly cleaned. In the Second Floor Satellite Serving Kitchen, soiled cleaning equipment was improperly stored in food areas, and personal belongings were found on food storage shelves. During meal observations, cold foods were not maintained at the required temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and hot foods were not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. These temperature violations included chocolate pudding, three bean salad, chicken salad platters, cheese sandwiches, cottage cheese platters, and sausage links. The facility's Administrator was informed of these sanitation issues, which were confirmed during the inspection. The report highlights significant lapses in food safety and hygiene practices, posing potential risks to resident health due to improper food storage, preparation, and serving conditions.
Deficiency in Meeting Nutritional Needs
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide a well-balanced diet that meets the daily nutritional needs of its residents, affecting all 40 residents, including six specifically sampled residents with physician-ordered Pureed and Mechanical Soft Diets. The deficiency was identified during a review of Cycle Menu #2, which showed that only breakfast included an 8-ounce portion of milk, while lunch and dinner did not meet the government standard of a minimum of 16 ounces of milk or equivalent per day. The Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) and Food Service Director (FSD) acknowledged the requirement but had not completed attempts to correct the cycle menus. Additionally, the facility's nutrition tool and diet manual indicated the need for 2-3 servings of milk, yogurt, or cheese, which was not met, potentially affecting all residents. Further deficiencies were observed during a lunch meal review, where the approved menu included a salad for Regular, No Added Salt, and Carbohydrate Controlled diets, but no alternative was provided for Mechanical Soft and Puree diets. The CDM and FSD were aware of this issue but unable to make changes to the corporate Cycle Menu. The facility's diet manual specified that Mechanical Soft and Puree diets should follow the regular menu closely, with adjustments for consistency. Additionally, the protein content in the lunch meal was insufficient, with the Cheese Blintzes and Sausage Patty providing only 11 grams of protein, falling short of the required 21 grams. The CDM and FSD agreed that additional protein was needed but were unable to modify the corporate Cycle Menus, potentially affecting all residents.
Non-compliance with Arbitration Agreement Rescission Period
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to comply with regulatory requirements regarding Binding Arbitration Agreements, specifically the provision allowing residents or their representatives the right to rescind the agreement within 30 days of signing. This deficiency affected 35 residents who had signed the facility's arbitration agreement between February 2021 and October 2024. During the survey, it was discovered that the agreement only allowed for a three-day cancellation period, which did not meet the regulatory standard. The issue was identified during an entrance conference with the Administrator, who confirmed that arbitration agreements were part of the admission packet for new residents. The Administrator and the Admission Director, responsible for explaining the agreement, were informed of the deficiency. A review of the agreement revealed the non-compliance, and it was noted that no disputes had been resolved through arbitration at the time of the survey.
Non-compliance with Arbitration Agreement Venue Requirements
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that its Binding Arbitration Agreements complied with all regulatory requirements, specifically regarding the venue for arbitration proceedings. The agreement stated that arbitration would occur in the county where the facility is located, which did not consider the convenience of both parties involved. This affected 35 residents who signed the facility's arbitration agreement between February 2, 2021, and October 24, 2024. During the survey, the Administrator confirmed that arbitration agreements were part of the admission packet and acknowledged that no disputes had been resolved through arbitration at that time. Upon review, the surveyor identified the deficiency in the agreement, and the Administrator and Admissions Director were informed of this finding.
Failure to Provide Meal Assistance for Cognitively Impaired Resident
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide necessary supervision and assistance during meals for a resident with severe cognitive impairment, leading to inadequate nutrition intake. The resident, who was admitted with diagnoses including a fracture of the left shoulder, congestive heart failure, repeated falls, and psychosis, required supervision and touching assistance with eating meals. However, the care plan lacked documented interventions for staff supervision and assistance during meals, despite the resident's impaired vision, cognitive loss, and need for assistance with activities of daily living. Observations revealed that during multiple meal times, the resident struggled to eat independently, spilling food and calling out for help without receiving assistance from staff. On one occasion, the resident consumed only 25% of the breakfast meal, and during lunch, the resident ate less than 50% without assistance. The meal tray setup was inadequate, lacking appropriate silverware, and the resident was observed eating with their hands. It was only when a unit secretary intervened that the resident was able to consume 100% of a meal. The Director of Nursing acknowledged the deficiency, agreeing that the resident was not receiving the necessary supervision and assistance to maintain independence with eating.
Failure to Follow Approved Pureed Diet Menu
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to follow the approved menu for residents on physician-ordered pureed diets, leading to deficiencies in meal preparation and service. On multiple occasions, the facility did not prepare or serve the required pureed foods as documented in the approved menu. Specifically, on 10/27/24, the pureed pancakes and pureed bread were not prepared or served during the lunch meal for two residents with pureed diet orders. Similarly, on 10/28/24, the pureed Potatoes O'Brien and pureed bread were not prepared or served as required. These deficiencies were observed during meal service in the second-floor satellite serving kitchen. Interviews with the Food Service Director (FSD) revealed that the breakfast/lunch cook failed to review the pureed menu to ensure all required foods were prepared and served. The facility's diet census confirmed that two residents with physician-ordered pureed diets were affected by these omissions. The lack of adherence to the approved menu resulted in the residents not receiving the prescribed meals, as no alternatives were prepared or served.
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