Below average — CMS composite of the measures below.
A standard survey is most likely before around August 2026
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of July 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Transcendent Healthcare Of Owensville during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Surveyors found that a resident on enhanced barrier precautions for a Foley catheter had catheter tubing repeatedly observed resting on the floor in both the room and dining area after a CNA emptied the drainage bag, contrary to facility expectations for catheter care and use of PPE. Another resident receiving toileting assistance had a soiled brief removed by a CNA who then changed gloves without performing required hand hygiene between glove changes, despite facility policy that hand hygiene be performed after glove removal and before applying new gloves.
Surveyors found that the facility failed to offer and document annual influenza (flu) vaccinations for two residents who had signed consent forms to receive the vaccine. Record reviews showed that each resident’s last documented flu shot was several years prior, and there was no documentation that the vaccine was administered, refused, or medically contraindicated during the most recent flu season. Facility policy required that all residents be offered vaccines unless medically contraindicated or already vaccinated, and the ICP and RN staff confirmed that there were no records indicating the flu vaccine had been offered or given to these residents as required.
The facility did not ensure that the Food Services Director possessed the required qualifications, as the director began the role before enrolling in and completing a necessary food service manager course, and lacked the documented competencies outlined in the job description.
Four residents at risk for falls did not consistently receive required fall prevention interventions, including missing nonskid strips, absent motion sensor night lights, residents left unattended in wheelchairs, and failure to maintain beds in the lowest position or post safety signage, as observed and confirmed by staff.
Surveyors found that food items, including spices, oils, dry goods, and frozen foods, were not properly labeled or dated in the kitchen. Staff confirmed that items should be dated when opened, and facility policy requires all stored foods to be labeled and dated, but these procedures were not followed.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment, bladder incontinence, and on a daily diuretic requested to use the bathroom during a meal but was denied by a CNA, who told her she had to eat instead. This action did not promote dignity or respect the resident's rights, as required by facility policy.
The facility did not complete or properly document quarterly care plan conferences for two residents with COPD and moderate cognitive impairment, resulting in missed opportunities for resident and representative participation in person-centered care planning as required by facility policy.
A resident with multiple medical conditions was repeatedly observed with Tums at the bedside, despite lacking a physician order, a care plan for self-administration, or documentation authorizing self-administration. Facility policy requires assessment and documentation for self-administration, but these steps were not completed, and the resident's assessment indicated they did not wish to self-administer medications.
A resident with chronic wounds did not receive wound care and antibiotic treatment as ordered by the physician. Wound care orders were not consistently followed, unna boots were continued after discontinuation, and a skin culture was not obtained before starting antibiotics, contrary to facility policy. Documentation of antibiotic duration was inconsistent.
A resident with non-pressure wounds on both feet was observed with bandaged feet resting directly on the floor during wound care. The wound nurse removed dressings, cleansed one foot, and after the foot made contact with the floor, applied new dressings without re-cleansing. Facility policy required a barrier under the wound, which was not used, and the Infection Preventionist confirmed this as an infection control concern.
A room housing multiple residents was found to provide only 70.29 square feet per resident, falling short of the required 80 square feet. The facility had applied for but not received a variance waiver, and did not have a room variance policy in place. This deficiency was confirmed through interviews and documentation review.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment was involved in an incident where they mistakenly believed a CNA was a man and attempted to hit the CNA, resulting in skin tears. The resident's family alleged that the CNA may have exposed her breasts during the incident. The facility investigated and suspended the CNA but did not report the allegation to the state agency, contrary to their policy.
The facility failed to prevent and manage pressure injuries for two residents, leading to the development and worsening of pressure ulcers. Inconsistent and incomplete documentation and assessment contributed to the deterioration of the residents' conditions, resulting in hospitalization and severe complications.
The facility failed to provide adequate nutritional care for a resident, resulting in a 20% weight loss, a stage two pressure ulcer that worsened to an infected unstageable pressure injury, and hospitalization for sepsis, dehydration, and malnutrition. The facility did not have a care plan addressing the resident's nutritional needs, and there was a lack of timely notification to the physician, RD, or family about the resident's poor food intake and significant weight loss.
The facility failed to submit required direct care staffing information to CMS for the first fiscal quarter. The PBJ Staffing Data Report review revealed missing data for the specified quarter. The BOM indicated that outside staff are responsible for timely submission, but the facility's policy requiring quarterly submissions was not followed.
The facility failed to ensure accurate MDS assessments for four residents, leading to inconsistencies in documenting conditions such as pressure ulcers, tube feedings, edentulous status, and hallucinations. These inaccuracies were confirmed by the MDS Coordinator.
The facility failed to conduct timely care plan conferences and revisions for 9 of 12 residents, including those with cognitive impairments and significant weight loss. The facility's policies on care planning and weight assessment were not followed, leading to deficiencies in resident care.
The facility failed to ensure proper handling of tableware and hand hygiene during dining services. A staff member placed their thumb inside a resident's coffee mug while refilling it and did not perform hand hygiene after coming into contact with multiple residents. This was against the facility's policy and professional standards.
The facility failed to notify the physician and resident representative of significant weight loss and pressure ulcers for two residents. One resident experienced severe weight loss and developed a stage 4 pressure ulcer, while another resident had a 15.89% weight loss over six months without receiving the full prescribed enteral feeding. The facility did not follow its policies on weight assessment and condition changes.
The facility failed to provide a resident with restorative therapy services to prevent avoidable decline in range of motion and muscle atrophy. The resident, who had multiple severe diagnoses and was totally dependent on staff, showed no documentation of receiving restorative therapy during the current year. Staff interviews confirmed the resident should have been receiving these services but was removed from the program due to COPD, despite no observed shortness of breath during exercises.
The facility failed to provide adequate supervision and assistive devices to prevent falls for a resident with dementia and chronic instability, resulting in 14 falls over several months. Care plans were not consistently revised with effective interventions following each fall, contributing to repeated injuries.
The facility failed to maintain a medication error rate below 5 percent, as an RN crushed and administered extended-release medications to a resident, contrary to guidelines. This resulted in a medication error rate of 7.41 percent.
The facility failed to ensure complete and accurate records for two residents. One resident had inconsistent weight measurements and improper skin assessments, while another resident frequently lost dentures with no documented communication between the facility and the family.
The facility failed to provide the required minimum square footage per resident in a specific room. Despite having a waiver to accommodate three residents, an observation revealed that the room only provided 71.25 square feet per resident, falling short of the required 80 square feet per resident in double occupancy rooms and 100 square feet in single occupancy rooms. This measurement was verified by Maintenance.
The facility failed to ensure the resident call system was functioning in three of eleven room call systems observed. A resident's restroom call system was not functioning, and another room's call system pull cord was broken. Maintenance staff indicated that call system checks were not completed routinely and relied on staff to report malfunctions.
The facility failed to ensure at least 8 consecutive hours of RN coverage on three specific days within a review period. The DON confirmed the absence of RN coverage on these dates, and the facility's policy mandates RN services for at least eight consecutive hours every 24 hours, seven days a week.
Infection Control Lapses in Catheter Management and Hand Hygiene
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Surveyors identified failures in the facility’s infection prevention and control practices involving residents with Foley catheters and during personal care. For one resident on enhanced barrier precautions (EBP) due to a Foley catheter, signage outside the room indicated EBP was required. During observations, the resident’s catheter drainage bag was clipped to the wheelchair with the catheter tubing resting on the floor in the room and later in the dining room. A CNA emptied the catheter drainage bag while wearing gloves but left the catheter tubing dragging on the floor when exiting the room. Record review showed the resident had neuromuscular dysfunction of the bladder and prostatic hyperplasia, with physician orders for catheter care every shift and EBP due to the Foley catheter. Facility policy for emptying Foley catheters required standard precautions and aseptic technique, and the isolation policy required that protective equipment be maintained near the resident’s room for use when transmission-based precautions are implemented. The Infection Control Preventionist stated that catheter tubing should be kept off the floor whenever possible and that staff should don gloves and a gown when providing catheter care for residents on EBP due to a Foley catheter. In a separate observation involving another resident, a CNA assisted the resident to the restroom and removed a soiled brief while the resident was on the commode. After disposing of the soiled brief, the CNA removed their gloves and donned a new pair of gloves from a container without performing hand hygiene in between glove changes. The facility’s hand hygiene policy stated that hand hygiene is the primary means to prevent the spread of infections and required the use of alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water after removing gloves, as well as performing hand hygiene before applying non-sterile gloves. The Infection Control Preventionist confirmed that staff should perform hand hygiene before donning new gloves and between glove changes.
Failure to Offer and Document Annual Influenza Vaccinations
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The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to ensure that annual influenza immunizations were offered and documented for two residents who had provided consent. For Resident D, record review showed an immunization consent form signed and dated 7/16/25 indicating consent to receive the influenza vaccine. The immunization history showed the last influenza vaccine was administered on 10/27/21. There was no documentation in Resident D’s record that the influenza vaccine was administered, refused, or medically contraindicated during 2025. For Resident G, record review showed an immunization consent form signed and dated 10/30/25 indicating consent to receive the influenza vaccine. The immunization history showed the last influenza vaccine was administered on 10/7/19. Resident G’s record contained no indication that the influenza vaccine was administered, refused, or medically contraindicated during 2025. The facility’s policy stated that all residents would be offered vaccines unless medically contraindicated or already vaccinated, and that influenza vaccines could be administered per physician-approved protocol after assessment for contraindications. The ICP stated that, after consent, a physician’s order should be obtained and documentation of administration or refusal should appear in the record, and RN 7 reported there was no record that the influenza vaccine was offered to these two residents.
Unqualified Food Services Director
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The facility failed to ensure that the Food Services Director (FSD) met the required qualifications for the position. The FSD began her role on 6/30/24 but did not enroll in a food service manager course until September 2024, several months after starting the position. During interviews, the FSD stated she delayed enrollment because she was unsure which course to take. Documentation provided by the FSD confirmed that the required course had not yet been completed. The job description for the Director of Food Services, provided by the Regional Consultant Nurse, specified that the director should possess administrative and supervisory skills essential for the department, which the FSD had not yet demonstrated through completion of the required training.
Failure to Consistently Implement Fall Prevention Interventions
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The facility failed to consistently implement fall prevention interventions for four residents identified as being at risk for falls. For one resident with a history of falls and a recent wrist fracture, the care plan required nonskid strips at the bedside, but these were not present during observation. The absence of this intervention was confirmed by both facility staff and a regional consultant. This resident's care plan also included other interventions such as ensuring the call light was within reach and the use of appropriate footwear, but the specific intervention added after the most recent fall was not in place. Another resident with dementia and repeated falls was care planned to have a motion sensor night light in the room to provide adequate nighttime lighting. However, during observation, the night light was not present, and this was confirmed by a qualified medication aide. The care plan for this resident had been recently revised following a fall, and the intervention was specifically identified as necessary by the interdisciplinary team. A third resident, who was moderately cognitively impaired and dependent on staff for transfers, was not to be left unattended in a wheelchair in the room, according to the care plan. Despite this, the resident was observed alone in the room in a wheelchair on multiple occasions. Staff confirmed that the resident should not have been left unattended. For a fourth resident with severe cognitive impairment and a history of falls, the care plan required the bed to be in the lowest position and a "call don't fall" sign in the bathroom. Observations revealed the bed was not in the lowest position and the sign was missing. Staff and a family member confirmed the bed was not kept in the lowest position, and documentation showed the sign was not in place.
Failure to Properly Label and Date Food Items in Kitchen Storage
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During a kitchen inspection, surveyors observed multiple food storage violations. In the reach-in freezer, a container of butter oil and four premade lunches were found without open or preparation dates. The spice cabinet contained numerous containers of spices and oils, all lacking open dates. In the dry storage area, a bin of flour, a bin of sugar, and a bag of panko breadcrumbs were also missing open dates. Additionally, in the walk-in freezer, an open bag of waffles was found exposed to air and not dated. An interview with a staff member confirmed that spices should be dated when opened. Review of the facility's current food receiving and storage policy indicated that all foods stored in refrigerators or freezers must be covered, labeled, and dated, and that dry foods stored in bins should be labeled and dated after removal from original packaging. These observations demonstrated that the facility failed to follow its own policy and professional standards for food storage, labeling, and dating.
Resident Denied Timely Toileting Assistance During Meal
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A resident with severe cognitive impairment and a history of bladder incontinence, who required substantial assistance for toileting and was prescribed a daily diuretic (Lasix), requested to use the bathroom during a dining observation. The certified nurse aide (CNA) present denied the resident's request, instructing her that she could not go to the bathroom because she had to eat. This interaction was directly observed by surveyors. Review of the resident's clinical record confirmed her diagnoses, care needs, and medication regimen, all of which increased her likelihood of needing prompt toileting assistance. Facility policy on dignity emphasized that residents should be treated with respect and allowed to exercise their rights, including prompt response to toileting requests. The staff's failure to allow the resident to use the bathroom as requested did not align with these expectations and resulted in a deficiency related to resident dignity and rights.
Failure to Complete and Document Quarterly Care Plan Conferences
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The facility failed to ensure that care plan conferences were completed quarterly and that residents and their representatives were included in the development and implementation of person-centered care plans. For one resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who was moderately cognitively impaired and required substantial assistance with activities of daily living, the clinical record did not show evidence of a care plan conference since January, despite a quarterly MDS assessment in March. Although documentation was later provided indicating a care plan conference in April, the resident's power of attorney reported not being invited or included since January. Similarly, another resident with COPD and moderate cognitive impairment, who required supervision for daily activities, had no record of a care plan conference since November of the previous year, despite a quarterly MDS assessment in February. Documentation for a care plan conference in February was provided after the fact, and the Social Services Director acknowledged that care plan conferences should occur every three months and be documented in the clinical record, but in these cases, conferences had been backdated or documented late. Facility policy requires quarterly review and resident participation in care planning, which was not followed for these residents.
Failure to Assess and Authorize Self-Administration of Medication
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A resident was observed on multiple occasions with a bottle of Tums at their bedside, indicating self-administration of medication. The clinical record review showed that the resident had diagnoses including cellulitis, diabetes mellitus, and obesity. The resident's Admission MDS assessment was incomplete, with sections on medication and functional abilities not filled out, though the resident was noted to be cognitively intact. There was no physician order for Tums or for self-administration of medication, and the comprehensive care plan did not address self-administration. A Self-Administration of Medication Assessment completed prior to these observations indicated that the resident did not wish to self-administer medications. The DON confirmed that no residents in the facility were authorized to self-administer medications. The facility's policy requires documentation and care planning for any resident deemed safe to self-administer medications, and mandates that unauthorized medications found at the bedside be removed. Despite these requirements, the resident continued to have access to Tums at the bedside without proper assessment, documentation, or authorization.
Failure to Follow Physician Orders for Wound Care and Antibiotic Administration
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The facility failed to ensure that physician orders were followed for wound treatment and antibiotic administration for a resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and non-pressure wounds on both feet. Observations showed the resident with both feet wrapped in bandages and directly on the ground. Review of clinical records revealed that physician orders for wound care, including cleansing, application of oil emulsion, and specific wrapping techniques, were not consistently followed. Documentation indicated that unna boots were continued after the order for their use had been discontinued, and the prescribed wound care regimen was not administered as ordered on at least one occasion. Additionally, the facility did not obtain a skin culture prior to starting the resident on Cefdinir, an antibiotic, contrary to facility policy. The antibiotic was ordered for a specific duration, but there was inconsistency in documentation regarding the length of therapy, with no clear record of changes to the duration. The facility's policy required medication orders to be accurate and timely, but these standards were not met in this case.
Infection Control Lapse During Wound Care
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During wound care for a resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and non-pressure wounds on both feet, infection control practices were not followed. The resident, who was moderately cognitively impaired and required staff supervision for daily activities, was observed with both feet wrapped in bandages and resting directly on the floor without shoes or socks. Physician orders specified daily wound care, including cleansing the lower extremities, applying oil emulsion, and wrapping with gauze, as well as the use of enhanced barrier precautions due to the wounds. During a wound care observation, the wound nurse removed the dressings from both feet, cleansed the left foot, and then performed hand hygiene while the resident's left foot, now undressed, rested directly on the floor. The nurse then applied new dressings to the left foot without re-cleansing it after it had made contact with the floor. The facility's policy required placing a disposable cloth under the wound to serve as a barrier, but this was not done. The Infection Preventionist confirmed that allowing the resident's feet, covered only with absorbent dressings, to be in direct contact with the floor was an infection control concern.
Room Size Deficiency for Multiple Occupancy
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The facility failed to provide the required minimum of 80 square feet per resident in a multiple occupancy room, as identified in one of the 34 rooms reviewed. During the entrance conference, the Administrator in Training acknowledged that the room in question required a variance waiver to accommodate three residents, but the waiver had been applied for and not granted. Documentation provided by a Registered Nurse confirmed that the room measured only 70.29 square feet per resident. Additionally, the Regional Consultant stated that the facility did not have a room variance policy and was following federal regulations.
Failure to Report Alleged Abuse to State Agency
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The facility failed to report an allegation of abuse to the state agency after being made aware of the incident involving a resident. The resident, who had severe cognitive impairment and diagnoses including anxiety, bipolar disorder, and dementia with agitation, was involved in an incident where they mistakenly believed a CNA was a man and attempted to hit the CNA. The resident sustained skin tears to both hands during the altercation. The family of the resident alleged that the CNA may have exposed her breasts to the resident during the incident. The facility conducted an investigation and issued a 3-day suspension to the CNA involved, noting the complaint of alleged abuse from a family member. However, the Director of Nursing indicated that the allegation was found to be unfounded and was not reported to the state agency. The facility's policy requires all reports of resident abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft to be reported to local, state, and federal agencies and thoroughly investigated, but this procedure was not followed in this case.
Failure to Prevent and Manage Pressure Injuries
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The facility failed to provide effective services to prevent the development of facility-acquired stage two pressure injuries for two residents, Resident 46 and Resident 9, who were admitted without pressure injuries but were identified as being at risk. Resident 46 developed a stage two pressure injury on the coccyx that deteriorated to an unstageable pressure injury with infection, requiring hospitalization for intravenous antibiotic therapy and surgical debridement. The facility's documentation and assessment of the pressure injury were insufficient, with gaps in daily assessments and progress notes, leading to the worsening of the injury and subsequent hospitalization for severe sepsis and other complications. Resident 9, who had diagnoses including type II diabetes, dementia, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease, developed a facility-acquired stage two pressure ulcer on the left heel that deteriorated to a stage three pressure injury. The facility's records showed inconsistent and incomplete documentation of the wound's characteristics and measurements, indicating a lack of effective assessment and management of the pressure injury. Despite physician orders and care plans, the facility failed to adequately monitor and document the wound's progression, leading to its deterioration. The facility's policies on pressure ulcer treatment and documentation were not followed, as evidenced by the lack of complete and accurate records of the residents' conditions and wound assessments. The Director of Nursing acknowledged the deficiencies in documentation and assessment, noting that some evaluations were likely copied and pasted. The facility's failure to adhere to its own policies and provide consistent and thorough care contributed to the development and worsening of pressure injuries in both residents.
Failure to Provide Adequate Nutritional Care
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The facility failed to provide adequate nutritional care and services for Resident 46, who experienced a significant weight loss of 20% over 35 days. The resident's clinical record indicated severe cognitive impairment and a high risk for dehydration and malnutrition. Despite these risks, the facility did not have a care plan addressing the resident's nutritional needs, and there was a lack of timely notification to the physician, Registered Dietitian (RD), or family about the resident's poor food intake and significant weight loss. The resident's weight was not consistently monitored, and there were errors in data entry that further complicated the situation. The facility also failed to conduct necessary nutritional risk assessments upon the resident's re-admission after hospitalization for psychiatric treatment. The resident's poor appetite and food intake were documented, but no effective interventions were implemented to address these issues. The resident developed a stage two pressure ulcer that worsened to an infected unstageable pressure injury, leading to hospitalization for sepsis, dehydration, and malnutrition. The facility's documentation and communication failures contributed to the resident's deteriorating condition, ultimately resulting in severe health complications and hospitalization.
Failure to Submit Direct Care Staffing Information to CMS
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The facility failed to electronically submit required direct care staffing information to CMS for the first fiscal quarter from 10/1/23 through 12/31/23. During a review of the facility's PBJ Staffing Data Report on 3/25/24, it was found that the data for the specified quarter was not submitted. In an interview on 3/28/24, the Business Office Manager (BOM) indicated that the responsibility for ensuring the timely submission of payroll-based journal information lies with outside staff. The facility's policy on reporting direct care staffing information states that staffing data should be submitted no less frequently than quarterly and no later than 45 days after the end of the reporting quarter. However, this policy was not adhered to, resulting in the deficiency.
Inaccurate MDS Assessments for Multiple Residents
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The facility failed to ensure the MDS (Minimum Data Set) Assessment was completed accurately for four residents. Resident 46's assessments contained multiple inaccuracies, including incorrect height measurements and inconsistent documentation of pressure ulcer risk and presence. Despite having a stage 4 pressure ulcer and undergoing surgical debridement, the resident's MDS assessments did not accurately reflect these conditions. Additionally, the resident experienced significant weight fluctuations that were not consistently documented in the MDS assessments. Resident 22's MDS assessment inaccurately indicated that the resident was receiving tube feedings, which was confirmed to be incorrect by the MDS Coordinator. Resident 5's MDS assessment failed to document that the resident was edentulous, despite observations confirming the resident had no teeth. The MDS Coordinator acknowledged this error during an interview. Resident 45's MDS assessment incorrectly stated that the resident had not experienced hallucinations, despite care plans and progress notes indicating otherwise. The MDS Coordinator confirmed that the resident did experience hallucinations, and this was documented in the care plan. These inaccuracies in the MDS assessments highlight a failure to ensure accurate and consistent resident assessments, which is critical for providing appropriate care and treatment.
Failure to Conduct Timely Care Plan Conferences and Revisions
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The facility failed to ensure care plan conferences were conducted in a timely manner every 3 months and revised with changes for 9 of 12 residents. Resident 8's clinical record showed a missed care plan conference in January 2024, despite being mildly cognitively impaired and requiring extensive assistance with transfer and mobility. The MDS coordinator confirmed the missed conference, and the DON indicated that care plan conferences should occur upon admission and with quarterly assessments. The facility's policy on care planning was provided but not followed as per the documented timeframes based on resident assessments. Resident 41's clinical record indicated care conferences were held on 4/12/23, 1/22/24, and 3/27/24, showing a gap in the quarterly schedule. Similarly, Resident 5's record showed only one care conference on 3/15/23 for the past year, despite moderate cognitive impairment and requiring extensive assistance. Resident 45's record also lacked timely care conferences, with the last one documented on 12/6/23. Resident 22's care conferences were held on 4/3/23, 10/20/23, and 3/27/24, indicating irregular intervals. Resident 4's clinical record lacked documented care plan conferences after 11/15/23, and Resident 34's record showed a gap between 9/26/23 and 3/20/24. Resident 46's record lacked care plan conferences after 10/16/23, and Resident 49's care plan was not revised despite significant weight loss and new orders. The DON confirmed that significant weight loss should be added to the care plan once identified. The facility's policies on weight assessment and care planning were provided but not adhered to, leading to deficiencies in timely and appropriate care plan revisions for the residents involved.
Failure to Ensure Proper Hand Hygiene and Tableware Handling
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The facility failed to ensure proper handling of tableware and hand hygiene during dining services. During an observation, a staff member was seen placing their thumb inside the rim of a resident's coffee mug while refilling it. Additionally, the same staff member did not perform hand hygiene after coming into contact with multiple residents while providing dining services. This included touching residents' shoulders, adjusting oxygen tubing, and serving meals without washing hands in between these tasks. During an interview, a registered nurse indicated that staff should not touch utensils or cups where a resident's mouth may come in contact and should perform hand hygiene after direct contact with residents or after passing every third tray. The facility's policy on preventing foodborne illness also mandates that hands be washed after direct contact with residents. The observations and interviews indicate a failure to adhere to these hygiene and sanitary practices, leading to the deficiency.
Failure to Notify Physician and Family of Significant Weight Loss and Pressure Ulcers
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The facility failed to notify the physician and resident representative of changes in a resident's medical status for two residents reviewed for weight loss. One resident, who had severe cognitive impairment and a stage 4 pressure ulcer, experienced significant weight loss over several months. Despite documented poor appetite and food intake, the clinical record lacked notification to the physician, Registered Dietitian (RD), or family about the weight loss. Additionally, a new stage 2 pressure ulcer was identified, but the family was not informed until the resident was hospitalized for sepsis due to the ulcer. The resident was later discharged back to the facility and admitted to hospice care. Another resident, who was moderately cognitively impaired and dependent on staff for eating and other activities, experienced a significant weight loss of 15.89% over six months. The resident did not receive the full amount of prescribed enteral feeding on multiple occasions, and there was no documentation of notification to the dietitian or physician. The Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that families should be notified of significant weight loss and that such notifications should be documented, but this was not done in this case. The facility's policies on weight assessment and intervention, as well as changes in a resident's condition or status, were not followed. These policies require immediate notification to the dietitian and physician for significant weight changes and prompt notification to the resident's representative for significant changes in the resident's condition. The failure to adhere to these policies resulted in a lack of timely medical intervention and family awareness of the residents' deteriorating conditions.
Failure to Provide Restorative Therapy Services
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The facility failed to ensure that a resident was provided with restorative therapy services to prevent avoidable decline in range of motion and progression of muscle atrophy. Resident 41, who had diagnoses including anoxic brain damage, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis, was totally dependent on two staff members for transfers, mobility, eating, and toileting. The resident's clinical record indicated limitations in range of motion and impairments in both upper and lower extremities but showed no documentation of restorative therapy services provided during the current year. Observations revealed that the resident had contracted hands and feet, and interviews with staff confirmed that the resident should have been receiving restorative nursing for range of motion but was removed from the program in December due to COPD, despite no observed shortness of breath during exercises. The facility's policy on Restorative Nursing Services, provided by the Director of Nursing, indicated that restorative goals and objectives should be individualized and resident-centered, but there was no evidence that these services were being provided to Resident 41. The lack of restorative therapy services and range of motion exercises for Resident 41 was a clear deficiency in the care provided, as it failed to prevent the avoidable decline in the resident's physical condition.
Failure to Prevent Falls and Update Care Plans
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The facility failed to provide adequate supervision and assistive devices to prevent falls for a resident with a history of dementia, chronic instability of the knee, and repeated falls. The resident experienced 14 falls over a period of several months, with varying degrees of injury. Despite the high fall risk identified in the resident's assessments, the care plans were not consistently revised with effective interventions following each fall. For instance, after the resident's fall on 9/11/23, the care plan was updated to encourage the resident to ask for assistance with getting items out of the closet, but no interdisciplinary team (IDT) note was made. Similarly, after a fall on 10/19/23, non-skid strips were added to the care plan, but again, no IDT note was recorded. This pattern of inadequate and inconsistent care plan updates continued throughout the resident's stay, contributing to repeated falls and injuries. The facility's Director of Nursing (DON) indicated that IDT meetings were held each business day to review falls and update care plans, but the documentation and implementation of these interventions were insufficient. The facility's policy on comprehensive person-centered care plans stated that assessments and care plans should be revised as residents' conditions change, but this was not effectively carried out for the resident in question.
Medication Error Rate Exceeds Acceptable Threshold
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The facility failed to ensure it was free of a medication error rate of greater than 5 percent, as observed during a medication pass for one of five residents. Specifically, two medication errors were observed during 27 opportunities for error, resulting in a medication error rate of 7.41 percent. During an observation, an RN crushed and administered Divalproex sodium ER and Gabapentin tablets to a resident, despite these medications being on the facility's 'do not crush' list due to their extended-release properties. The MDS nurse confirmed that extended-release medications and Gabapentin tablets should not be crushed because it affects how the medication is absorbed by the body. The director of nursing provided a 'do not crush' list from the facility pharmacy, which included both Divalproex ER and Gabapentin as medications that should not be altered. This oversight in medication administration led to the identified deficiency.
Incomplete and Inaccurate Resident Records
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The facility failed to ensure resident records were complete and accurate for two residents. For Resident 46, who had diagnoses including Alzheimer's Disease and a stage 4 pressure ulcer, the clinical record showed inconsistencies in weight measurements and skin assessments. The resident's weight was recorded while they were on hospital leave, and the Director of Nursing (DON) indicated these were likely data entry errors. Additionally, the resident developed a pressure ulcer that worsened over time, but the Nursing Skilled Evaluations and weekly skin assessments documented no skin issues, suggesting that the assessments were copied and pasted from one shift to the next without proper evaluation. For Resident 5, who had aphasia and required extensive assistance for daily activities, the clinical record indicated the resident had dentures but often lost them. During an observation, the resident was found without dentures and stated they could not eat well without them. The Social Services Director confirmed that the resident had been taken to get dentures multiple times but often lost them, and there was no documented communication between the facility and the resident's family regarding the lost dentures. The facility's Charting and Documentation policy required documentation to be objective, complete, and accurate, which was not adhered to in these cases.
Failure to Provide Minimum Square Footage per Resident
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The facility failed to provide the required minimum square footage per resident in room [ROOM NUMBER]. During an entrance conference interview, the Director of Nursing (DON) indicated that the facility had a room size waiver for this room to accommodate three residents. However, an observation on 3/27/24 revealed that the room, which measured 15 feet 10 inches long by 13 feet 6 inches wide, only provided 71.25 square feet per resident for three residents, falling short of the required 80 square feet per resident in double occupancy rooms and 100 square feet in single occupancy rooms. This measurement was verified by Maintenance on the same day.
Resident Call System Malfunction
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The facility failed to ensure the resident call system was functioning in three of eleven room call systems observed. Specifically, Resident 21's restroom call system was not functioning, and a sign was placed by the restroom door reminding the resident to call for assistance. Additionally, the call system in another room's restroom was not functioning, and the pull cord in a third room's restroom was broken. Maintenance staff indicated that call system checks were not completed routinely and relied on staff to report malfunctions. During interviews, it was revealed that Resident 21 occasionally transfers herself to the restroom, and Resident 152 had difficulty reaching the call system switch due to the broken pull cord. The facility's policy stated that the resident call system should remain functional at all times and be routinely maintained and tested by the maintenance department. However, this policy was not adhered to, leading to the deficiencies observed.
Failure to Ensure RN Coverage for 8 Consecutive Hours
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The facility failed to ensure at least 8 consecutive hours of registered nurse (RN) coverage during three days in the review period from 10/1/23 to 12/31/23. Specifically, RN coverage was lacking on weekends, as evidenced by the facility's daily staffing reports reviewed on 4/1/24, which showed no RN coverage on 10/1/23, 10/29/23, and 12/30/23. During an interview on 4/1/24, the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed the absence of RN coverage on these dates and was unable to provide any proof of RN presence. Additionally, the Business Office Manager (BOM) provided an undated facility policy that mandates RN services for at least eight consecutive hours every 24 hours, seven days a week, which the facility failed to meet.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
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| Riveroaks Health Campus | 8 mi | ★★★★★ | 8 | 0 |
| Waters Of Princeton, The | 9.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 24 | 0 |
| Oakview Nursing & Rehab | 10.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 7 | 0 |
| North River Health Campus | 13.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 5 | 0 |
| Premier Healthcare Of New Harmony | 15 mi | ★★★★★ | 28 | 0 |
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