Average — CMS composite of the measures below.
Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
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 Nemasket Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A facility did not complete a required CORI background check on an agency nurse before her first day of work, as mandated by its abuse prevention policy. The administrator confirmed that such checks are required for all employees but could not provide documentation that the check was done for this nurse.
A resident with moderate cognitive impairment, dependent on staff for care, reported being physically abused by an agency nurse. The facility did not document interviews with the accused nurse or potential witnesses, and the accused was not notified or interviewed. The administrator could not provide evidence that a thorough investigation was conducted as required by facility policy.
The facility failed to follow proper sanitization practices in dishwashing, as observed by surveyors. Dietary aides did not submerge dishes in the sanitizing solution for the required one minute, instead quickly dipping them for less than five seconds. Interviews revealed inconsistencies in understanding the correct procedures, with the Food Service Director acknowledging the need to verify the correct sanitization time.
A resident with a history of bowel issues, including colonic ileus and sigmoid volvulus, did not receive appropriate bowel management as per hospital discharge orders. The facility failed to administer PRN medications, notify the physician of medication refusals, and maintain consistent documentation. Staff interviews revealed that the standard protocol was not adjusted to meet the resident's specific needs, leading to a deficiency.
A facility failed to maintain proper communication and documentation for a resident requiring dialysis. The resident's Dialysis Communication Book showed multiple instances of incomplete forms, missing vital information such as weight and vital signs. Staff interviews confirmed the forms were not completed as required, indicating a lapse in communication and documentation for a resident with end-stage renal disease.
Failure to Conduct Required Background Check Prior to Employment
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The facility failed to implement and follow its Abuse Policy by not conducting a Criminal Offender Registry Information (CORI) check on an agency nurse prior to her first day of employment. According to the facility's Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and Misappropriation Prevention Program policy, all employees are required to have a criminal background check before starting work, and the facility is not to employ anyone found guilty of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, or mistreatment. Review of the agency nurse's employee file showed no documentation of a CORI check being completed before her initial work date. During an interview, the administrator confirmed that a CORI check is required for all employees before employment and was unable to provide evidence that this had been done for the agency nurse.
Failure to Investigate Alleged Abuse According to Policy
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The facility failed to ensure a thorough investigation was conducted and documented after an allegation of physical abuse was made by a resident with moderate cognitive impairment who was dependent on staff for care. The resident reported that an agency nurse had hit their leg and face during a night shift. The facility's policy requires all allegations of abuse to be thoroughly investigated, but there was no documentation that the accused nurse or other staff present during the alleged incident were interviewed or provided written witness statements. Interviews confirmed that the accused agency nurse was never notified of the allegation, nor was she interviewed or asked to provide a statement. The facility administrator was unable to provide any documentation showing that the accused or potential witnesses were interviewed as part of the investigation. This lack of evidence indicates that the facility did not follow its own abuse investigation policy in response to the reported incident.
Improper Sanitization Practices in Dishwashing
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Summary
The facility failed to adhere to professional standards of practice for food safety and sanitation, specifically in the operation of the Three Bay Sink used for dishwashing. Observations by the surveyor revealed that Dietary Aides #1 and #2 did not submerge dishes and utensils in the sanitizing solution for the required one minute. Instead, they quickly dipped the items for less than five seconds before placing them on the shelf to air dry. This practice was contrary to the facility's policy and the instructions on the Array Ultimate Sanitizer product label, both of which specified a contact time of one minute for effective sanitization. Interviews with the Food Service Director (FSD) and dietary aides further highlighted the inconsistency in understanding and implementing the correct sanitization procedures. The FSD initially stated that items should soak for more than 30 seconds, while Dietary Aide #2 believed no soak time was necessary unless food was stuck. Dietary Aide #3 also indicated a brief dip was sufficient. The FSD later acknowledged the discrepancy between the in-service training provided to staff and the actual requirements, indicating a need to verify the correct sanitization time.
Failure in Bowel Management Protocol for Resident
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The facility failed to maintain professional standards of practice for bowel management for a resident, leading to a deficiency. The resident, who was admitted with diagnoses including failure to thrive, dementia, and constipation, had a history of bowel issues, including a moderate colonic ileus and a sigmoid volvulus. Despite hospital discharge orders emphasizing the importance of strict bowel monitoring and intervention if the resident did not have a bowel movement within two days, the facility did not implement these orders effectively. The facility's bowel management protocol was not followed, as evidenced by multiple instances where the resident went three to five days without a bowel movement, and PRN bowel medications were not administered. The nursing staff failed to notify the physician of the resident's refusal of medications and abnormal bowel sounds, and skilled notes were not consistently written to reflect the resident's health and functional status. The facility's electronic medical record system also had flaws, as it did not accurately track bowel movements, contributing to the oversight. Interviews with facility staff, including a nurse, unit manager, and the Director of Nurses, revealed that the standard protocol was not adjusted to accommodate the resident's specific needs, despite the hospital's recommendations. The staff acknowledged that the resident's condition required individualized care and more frequent monitoring, which was not provided. This lack of adherence to the prescribed bowel management plan and inadequate documentation led to the deficiency identified in the report.
Failure in Dialysis Communication and Documentation
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure proper communication and collaboration with the dialysis center for a resident requiring dialysis services. The facility's policy mandates ongoing communication and coordination with the dialysis center, including documenting pre-dialysis vital signs and weight, and ensuring that a communication form accompanies the resident to each dialysis session. However, the review of the resident's Dialysis Communication Book revealed multiple instances where the communication forms were incomplete, lacking essential information such as the resident's last weight and vital signs. Interviews with facility staff, including a nurse, a unit manager, and the Director of Nurses, confirmed that the communication forms were not completed as required. The staff acknowledged that the forms should have been filled out by the nursing staff before the resident's transfer to dialysis. The deficiency was identified for a resident with end-stage renal disease who was dependent on renal dialysis, highlighting a failure in maintaining the necessary communication and documentation to ensure safe and appropriate dialysis care.
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