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Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Lexington Country Place during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Surveyors found that food service staff failed to follow sanitary procedures, including stacking wet dome lids, taking food temperatures incorrectly through plastic wrap, and not consistently practicing proper hand hygiene when changing gloves or tasks. These actions did not align with facility procedures or USDA guidelines, and staff interviews confirmed lapses in following required food safety practices.
Several residents with wounds or indwelling devices had active orders for Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP), but required EBP signage was not posted outside their rooms. Staff interviews confirmed reliance on signage to determine appropriate PPE, and facility policy expected immediate signage placement after EBP orders. The absence of signage led to a breakdown in communication of infection control requirements for staff and visitors.
Failure to Maintain Sanitary Food Preparation and Service Conditions
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Summary
Surveyors observed multiple failures in food preparation and service practices that did not meet professional standards for sanitation and safety. During kitchen tours and meal service observations, dome lids for resident plates were found stacked while still wet, with visible condensation and beads of water inside. Staff interviews confirmed that dome lids were sometimes dried with a towel or only briefly air-dried before being put away, contrary to the facility's written procedure requiring full air-drying to prevent contamination. During meal service, the Food and Beverage Director (FBD) was seen taking food temperatures by inserting a thermometer through plastic wrap covering the food, which is not consistent with USDA guidelines for accurate temperature measurement. Additionally, a significant discrepancy was noted when the puree chicken's temperature was first recorded as 168°F, but upon rechecking, it was only 119°F, prompting the FBD to request reheating. This indicates that food was placed on the tray line for service without confirming it had reached a safe internal temperature. Staff were also observed changing gloves and performing different tasks without proper hand hygiene, such as not washing hands after removing gloves and before resuming food handling. Interviews with staff and the FBD acknowledged the importance of hand washing and glove use to control bacteria, but also revealed that these practices were not consistently followed, especially when staff felt rushed. The DON and Administrator both stated expectations for safe food handling, accurate temperature checks, and proper hand hygiene, but these standards were not met during the survey period.
Failure to Post Enhanced Barrier Precautions Signage for Residents with Active Orders
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Summary
The facility failed to establish and maintain an effective infection prevention and control program, specifically regarding the implementation of Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) for five residents who had active orders for EBP due to wounds or indwelling medical devices. Observations conducted over several days revealed that none of these residents had EBP signage posted outside their rooms, as required to inform staff and visitors of the necessary infection control measures when entering or exiting the rooms. The absence of appropriate signage was noted despite the presence of active EBP orders in the residents' clinical records. The facility's policies on infection prevention and control, as well as EBP, were reviewed. The policy on transmission-based precautions did not describe EBP, and the EBP policy, while outlining the use of gowns and gloves during high-contact care activities, did not ensure that signage was consistently posted. Interviews with staff, including CNAs, the Staff Development Coordinator, the Infection Preventionist Nurse, and the Director of Nursing, confirmed that staff relied on signage to determine the required personal protective equipment (PPE) and that the lack of signage could result in staff and visitors not following proper precautions. Staff also indicated that the residents' precaution status was not always available in other documentation, such as the Kardex, making signage the primary method of communication. Further, the MDS Nurse, who often entered the EBP orders, stated she did not place signage and was unsure of the required timing for signage placement. The Infection Preventionist Nurse and Director of Nursing both stated their expectation that signage should be posted immediately after an order was received, but this was not consistently done. The Administrator also confirmed that signage should be posted as soon as possible after an order is received and that the nurse receiving the order is responsible for ensuring this occurs. The lack of EBP signage for residents with active orders constituted a failure to maintain a safe and sanitary environment and to prevent the transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Meadows Post Acute | 0.8 mi | ★★★★★ | 6 | 0 |
| Homestead Post Acute | 0.9 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Cardinal Hill Skilled Rehabilitation Unit | 1.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 8 | 0 |
| Cambridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | 1.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 6 | 0 |
| Mayfair Manor | 3.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 7 | 0 |
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