Below average — CMS composite of the measures below.
A standard survey is most likely before around October 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 Sacred Heart Care Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Nursing staff were not adequately trained or educated on the identification and reporting of mechanical lift maintenance concerns, leading to the use of lifts missing essential rubber sling stoppers. Several staff members were unaware of the purpose of these stoppers and continued to use the equipment without proper safety measures, while only a minority had completed the required competency training. Facility policies requiring comprehensive orientation and ongoing training were not consistently followed, and an older, unchecked lift remained in use.
The facility did not ensure that an area was free from accident hazards and failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Surveyors observed environmental hazards and insufficient staff monitoring, increasing the risk of resident accidents.
A resident with multiple mental health diagnoses was admitted without completion of a required Level II PASARR, despite documentation and staff confirmation that the criteria were met. The facility's policy required this screening prior to admission, but it was not conducted as indicated.
A resident with PTSD and other mental health diagnoses was not comprehensively assessed for past trauma, and the care plan lacked individualized, trauma-informed interventions or identification of specific triggers. Staff interviews revealed a lack of awareness regarding the resident's PTSD and related needs, despite facility policy requiring trauma-based care plans.
The facility did not properly track or document employee illnesses, resulting in staff returning to work without clear evidence that their symptoms had resolved or that they were no longer contagious. Incomplete illness logs and inadequate oversight by the infection preventionist led to staff with gastrointestinal and respiratory symptoms working while potentially infectious, affecting the safety of all residents, staff, and visitors.
A resident with dementia and chronic illness receiving hospice care experienced discrepancies in liquid morphine and lorazepam counts. Despite an LPN reporting the issue, nurse managers and the administrator did not initiate an investigation or follow facility policy, attributing the discrepancies to spillage or evaporation. An investigation was only started after an anonymous note alleged narcotic diversion, but the facility could not provide documentation of a proper investigation.
A resident with dementia and chronic kidney disease, receiving hospice care and prescribed narcotics, had a discrepancy in their medication count identified by nursing staff. The RN in charge delayed notifying the administrator and the State Agency about the missing narcotics, contrary to facility policy and regulatory requirements that mandate reporting within 24 hours of an allegation of misappropriation.
The facility did not ensure accurate reconciliation and documentation of controlled substances for two residents receiving narcotic medications. Nursing staff recorded expected rather than actual amounts in narcotic logs, failed to consistently notify administration of discrepancies, and did not follow facility policy for resolving count issues. The consulting pharmacist was not informed of the discrepancies until after medication destruction, and routine reconciliation was not performed.
The facility failed to ensure an RN was on duty for a minimum of 8 consecutive hours on two specific dates. Both the DON and the administrator were unaware of the deficiency until a review of schedules and time card entries confirmed the lack of coverage. A policy for staff scheduling was requested but not provided.
The facility failed to provide comprehensive policies and procedures for their QAPI committee, affecting all 49 residents. The provided QAPI plan lacked details on identifying and correcting quality deficiencies, tracking performance, and other essential processes. Meeting minutes and additional documentation were also insufficient.
The facility failed to ensure appropriate hand hygiene and PPE use for four residents with indwelling catheters, did not complete contact source tracing during norovirus and COVID-19 outbreaks, and neglected to perform hand hygiene and PPE audits. The infection preventionist and director of nursing confirmed these deficiencies.
A resident with intact cognition and multiple medical conditions was found with medications at bedside without a self-administration of medications (SAM) assessment or physician's order. The LPN left the medications at the resident's request, assuming he would not touch them. Interviews with the RN and DON confirmed the lack of necessary documentation and the facility's policy requirements for SAM.
A facility failed to provide a resident with opportunities to participate in outdoor activities, despite her expressed desire and documented preferences. The resident's care plan did not include directions for walking outside, leading to her frustration and feelings of confinement. Staff interviews and activity records revealed limited facilitation of outdoor walks, contributing to the deficiency identified by surveyors.
The facility failed to provide a written bed hold policy to a resident or their representative at the time of hospital transfer. The resident, who had multiple diagnoses and required assistance with all ADLs, was hospitalized and returned to the facility without documentation of a bed hold notice being given. The DON confirmed the lack of communication regarding the bed hold, which was against the facility's policy.
The facility failed to consistently follow orders for the application of hand splints for a resident with limited range of motion. Despite care plans and provider orders, observations revealed that the resident did not have the hand splints on as required. Staff interviews confirmed the resident was supposed to wear the splints, and there were no documented refusals. The facility's policies did not mention the application of hand splints, contributing to the inconsistency in care.
A facility failed to change respiratory equipment weekly for a resident requiring respiratory care, leading to potential infection risks. The resident's care plan and orders lacked specific instructions for changing oxygen tubing and humidifier, and observations showed the equipment was not labeled with change dates. Staff confirmed the absence of required orders and documentation.
The facility failed to develop an antibiotic stewardship program that included protocols and a system to monitor antibiotic use for a resident prescribed prophylactic antibiotics. The resident had multiple diagnoses and was on Bactrim for infection prevention without an end date. The infection preventionist confirmed a lack of monitoring and follow-up, and the issue was not discussed in quality assurance meetings.
The facility failed to ensure the required and complete nurse staffing information was posted and readily available for residents and visitors. Additionally, the facility did not maintain staffing logs for the required 18 months, as confirmed by the RN responsible for scheduling and the DON.
The facility failed to submit accurate direct care staffing information for Quarter 1 of FY 2024, missing RN hours and 24-hour licensed nursing coverage on specific dates. The issue was due to errors in submission and a lack of timely reporting.
The facility failed to incorporate infection control data and performance improvement plans into its QAPI Plan. The provided QAPI document lacked specific details on infection control, and the Facility Assessment did not include documentation on tracking and trending infection control data. The administrator confirmed inconsistent formatting for tracking infection data, and additional requested documentation was not provided.
The facility failed to ensure the Medical Director's routine attendance at QAPI meetings as required. The MD was only present at one out of three reviewed quarterly meetings, despite being in-house weekly. No communication or updates were provided for the missed meetings.
Failure to Ensure Staff Competency and Mechanical Lift Safety
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The facility failed to ensure that nursing staff were appropriately trained and educated on identifying and reporting mechanical lift maintenance concerns, specifically regarding the presence and function of rubber sling stoppers on mechanical lifts. Observations and interviews revealed that several mechanical lifts in use were missing these rubber sling stoppers, which are intended to prevent slings from sliding off the support bar during resident transfers. Multiple staff members, including nursing assistants, LPNs, and RNs, demonstrated a lack of understanding about the purpose of the rubber sling stoppers and reported using lifts without them or improvising alternative methods, such as double looping the strap. Only 27 out of 88 nursing staff had completed the required competency checklist for mechanical lift use, and staff were allowed to continue using the lifts for resident transfers even if they had not completed the mandatory training. Further review showed that the facility's policies required comprehensive orientation and ongoing training for safe use of mechanical lifts, but these were not consistently implemented. The administrator was unaware if the facility had contacted the lift manufacturer for service evaluations and acknowledged that an older lift, not routinely checked for maintenance, was still in use. The facility's own assessment and policies emphasized the importance of staff competency and regular training in safe resident handling, but these standards were not met, resulting in staff being unprepared to identify or report equipment maintenance issues.
Failure to Maintain Accident-Free Environment and Adequate Supervision
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The facility failed to ensure that an area was free from accident hazards and did not provide adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Surveyors observed that the environment contained hazards that could lead to resident accidents, and staff did not implement sufficient measures to monitor or protect residents from these risks. This deficiency was identified based on direct observations and findings during the survey, which indicated lapses in maintaining a safe environment and in providing necessary supervision to prevent accidents.
Failure to Complete Required Level II PASARR for Resident with Mental Illness
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The facility failed to ensure that a required Level II Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) was completed for a resident with multiple mental health diagnoses. The resident was admitted with diagnoses including Personality Disorder, Suicidal Ideation, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Documentation, including the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and a Senior LinkAge Line report, indicated the resident had intact cognition, was able to communicate needs, and had a primary diagnosis of severe major depressive disorder. The documentation also confirmed that the resident met criteria for mental illness and required a Level II PASARR evaluation prior to admission. Despite the Level I PASARR being completed and indicating the need for a Level II PASARR, facility staff, including the assistant director of nursing (ADON), director of nursing (DON), and regional consulting registered nurse (RC-RN), confirmed that the Level II PASARR was not completed. The facility's policy required completion of a Level I PASARR for all new admissions and a Level II PASARR as indicated before admission, but this process was not followed for the resident in question.
Failure to Provide Trauma-Informed, Individualized Care Planning for Resident with PTSD
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The facility failed to comprehensively assess and implement individualized, trauma-informed care plan interventions for a resident with a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), among other mental health conditions. The resident's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment indicated intact cognition and the ability to communicate needs. The care plan identified potential for altered mood related to PTSD, major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, suicidal ideation, and personality disorder, but interventions were generic and did not address specific trauma triggers or utilize a trauma-informed approach. The care plan lacked identification of triggers to avoid potential re-traumatization and did not include individualized strategies based on the resident's trauma history. Interviews with the resident revealed that she is sensitive to loud noises due to past trauma and prefers staff to knock softly, but facility staff had not inquired about her trauma history or specific triggers. Several staff members, including the infection preventionist and a nursing assistant, were unaware of the resident's PTSD diagnosis or related triggers. The assistant director of nursing, director of nursing, and regional consulting registered nurse confirmed the resident's PTSD diagnosis and acknowledged the absence of a PTSD-specific care plan with related interventions. The facility's policy requires individualized trauma-based care plans to address past trauma, but this was not implemented for the resident in question.
Failure to Track and Document Employee Illnesses for Infection Control
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The facility failed to ensure proper tracking and documentation of employee illnesses to determine when staff were safe to return to work, as required by infection prevention and control protocols. Review of employee illness logs from May through July 2025 revealed incomplete documentation, with missing information regarding symptom resolution and clearance for return to work for two staff members: a certified nursing assistant and a dietary aide. Both staff members worked while symptomatic with gastrointestinal and respiratory illnesses, including strep throat and diarrhea, without clear evidence of when their symptoms resolved or if they met criteria for returning to work. The logs did not consistently record necessary details such as symptom resolution dates or confirmation that staff were no longer contagious before resuming duties. Interviews with facility staff, including the registered nurse and director of nursing, confirmed that the process for tracking and monitoring employee illnesses was inadequate. The infection preventionist or designee was expected to oversee employee health practices, including work restrictions and return-to-work criteria, but failed to ensure accurate tracking and surveillance. Facility policy required staff with communicable infections to avoid resident contact until they were no longer contagious, but this was not consistently enforced or documented. No resident outbreaks were identified during the review period, but the lack of proper tracking had the potential to affect all residents, staff, and visitors.
Failure to Investigate Alleged Narcotic Diversion
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The facility failed to implement its abuse prohibition policy in response to an allegation of misappropriation of a resident's property, specifically regarding the potential diversion of narcotic medications. A resident with dementia, bipolar disorder, and chronic kidney disease, who was receiving hospice care and prescribed liquid morphine and lorazepam, was found to have discrepancies in the counts of these medications. An LPN reported the morphine count was significantly off at the end of her shift and later noted a similar issue with lorazepam. Despite these reports, the nurse manager did not conduct a facility-wide narcotic count or initiate an investigation, instead attributing the discrepancies to possible spillage or evaporation after speaking with another nurse. The administrator was not informed of the issue until several days later and also did not initiate an investigation at that time, again attributing the discrepancies to spillage or evaporation. An investigation into the missing narcotics was only started after the administrator received an anonymous note several days after the initial report, which specifically alleged narcotic diversion and referenced inaccurate counts at the time of medication destruction. The facility was unable to provide documentation of an investigation into the incident, and the only evidence of follow-up was documentation of nurse training on narcotic counts, which did not include guidance on reconciling discrepancies. The facility's own policy required a thorough investigation into allegations of misappropriation, including interviews, documentation review, and a root-cause analysis, none of which were completed in this case.
Failure to Timely Report Missing Narcotics to State Agency
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The facility failed to report a potential misappropriation of a resident's property, specifically missing narcotics, to the State Agency (SA) within the required 24-hour timeframe after the allegation was made. A resident with diagnoses including dementia, bipolar disorder, and chronic kidney disease was prescribed morphine sulfate and lorazepam as part of hospice care. On the evening of 4/11/25, a nurse identified a discrepancy in the narcotic count for this resident and notified the registered nurse (RN)-B via email. RN-B responded to the email but did not initiate further action until the following day and did not inform the facility administrator until the afternoon of 4/14/25, stating she did not initially consider it a concern. The administrator confirmed that she was not made aware of the missing narcotics until 4/14/25 and did not report the incident to the SA at that time, as the investigation was still ongoing and not completed until 4/18/25. Interviews with other nursing staff indicated an understanding that missing medications should be reported to administration immediately and to the SA within 24 hours. The facility's policy also required all alleged violations of misappropriation to be reported to the administrator and appropriate authorities within 24 hours. The delay in reporting the missing narcotics constituted a failure to follow both regulatory requirements and facility policy.
Failure to Accurately Reconcile and Document Controlled Substances
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The facility failed to implement and follow policies and procedures to ensure accurate reconciliation of controlled substances, specifically narcotic medications, for two residents who were receiving morphine sulfate and Lorazepam. Documentation showed inconsistencies in the recorded amounts of these medications, with discrepancies between the amounts logged and the actual amounts present in the medication bottles. For one resident, the narcotic record indicated that 13 ml of morphine remained, but only 9 ml was physically present, and the log was adjusted to match the expected rather than the actual amount. Similar inconsistencies were found with Lorazepam, where the amount destroyed did not match the amount recorded as remaining, and no explanation was provided for the difference. Nursing staff, including LPNs and RNs, reported that narcotic counts had been off for some time and that they continued to document the expected amounts rather than the actual amounts present. Staff attributed discrepancies to possible spillage or evaporation and did not consistently notify nurse managers or administration when counts were incorrect. In some cases, staff relied on previous communications or assumptions rather than following the facility's policy, which required immediate notification and resolution of discrepancies before signing off on narcotic records. The consulting pharmacist was not made aware of the discrepancies until after the medications were destroyed, and routine reconciliation of narcotics was not performed by the pharmacist. The facility's own policy required that narcotics be counted at each shift change by two nurses, with immediate notification to supervisors if counts could not be reconciled. However, these procedures were not followed, and staff did not consistently document or address discrepancies as required.
Failure to Ensure RN Coverage for 8 Consecutive Hours
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The facility failed to ensure a registered nurse (RN) was on duty for a minimum of 8 consecutive hours per day on 10/7/23 and 10/21/23. A review of the facility schedule for the period from 10/1/23 through 12/31/23 revealed a lack of RN coverage for the required hours on these specific dates. During interviews conducted on 5/2/23, both the Director of Nursing (DON) and the administrator confirmed they were unaware of the deficiency until the review. The DON and the administrator verified the absence of RN coverage for the required hours through schedule and time card entries. A policy for staff scheduling was requested but not provided.
Lack of Comprehensive QAPI Policies and Procedures
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The facility failed to provide comprehensive policies and procedures for their Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee. During the entrance conference, the director of nursing provided a QAPI plan document that included various statements and guidelines but lacked detailed policies and procedures on the committee's responsibilities and processes. Specifically, the document did not outline how the committee would identify and correct quality deficiencies, track and measure performance, establish goals and thresholds, analyze underlying causes, develop and implement corrective actions, and monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of these actions. This deficiency had the potential to affect all 49 residents currently residing in the facility. During an interview, the administrator stated that QAPI meetings were held monthly and QA meetings quarterly, with various staff members in attendance. However, upon request for meeting minutes and additional documentation, only a handwritten copy of an Orientation Meeting Agenda was provided. The administrator mentioned that infection control information was tracked and trended by the Infection Control Preventionist (ICP) but was not included in the meeting minutes. Additionally, previous performance improvement plans (PIP) were discussed, but no comprehensive documentation was provided to reflect meeting minutes, performance improvement processes, attendance rosters, or the notification process for those not in attendance.
Failure to Implement Infection Control Measures
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The facility failed to ensure appropriate hand hygiene and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for four residents who required enhanced barrier precautions due to having indwelling catheters. Observations revealed that these residents did not have PPE carts or hand hygiene stations in or outside their rooms, nor was there signage indicating the need for enhanced barrier precautions. This failure was confirmed by the infection preventionist (IP) and the director of nursing (DON), who acknowledged that enhanced barrier precautions had not been implemented as required. Additionally, the facility did not complete contact source tracing during two outbreaks of norovirus and COVID-19. The IP admitted that she did not conduct in-depth contact tracing and could not provide documentation of any conversations with staff regarding the infection control process. The DON confirmed that source tracing should have been conducted starting with the resident identified with the infection and extending to all staff and other residents they had contact with. The lack of documentation indicated that these critical steps were not completed. Furthermore, the facility failed to perform hand hygiene and PPE audits to ensure proper technique during the outbreaks. The IP confirmed that these audits had not been conducted, and the DON stated that it was her expectation that such audits would be completed, especially during outbreaks, to ensure proper infection control practices. The facility's policies and procedures for enhanced barrier precautions, infection control audits, and source contact tracing were requested but not provided, further highlighting the deficiencies in their infection control program.
Failure to Complete SAM Assessment for Resident
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The facility failed to ensure a self-administration of medications (SAM) assessment was completed for a resident (R32) who was observed with medications at bedside. R32, who had intact cognition and required assistance with all activities of daily living, was found with a bottle of nasal spray and a medicine cup with four unidentified pills on his bedside table. The medications were identified as Quetiapine, Senna, and Sinemet (Carbidopa-Levodopa). The licensed practical nurse (LPN) confirmed that R32 did not have a current order for SAM and that medications should not be left in residents' rooms without the appropriate order and assessment in place. The LPN stated that R32 had asked her to leave the medications on his bedside table while he was in the bathroom, and she assumed he would not touch them despite not knowing him well enough yet. Further interviews with the registered nurse (RN) and the director of nursing (DON) confirmed that residents must have an order and assessment for SAM, and it should be care planned. Both verified that R32 did not have a current order or assessment for SAM, and it was not appropriate for medications to be left at the bedside without the necessary documentation. The facility's Self-Administration of Medications policy indicated that an initial assessment should be conducted before the initial care conference or sooner if requested, and a physician's order should be obtained for self-administration. The policy also required that the resident's ability to self-administer medications be reviewed at the quarterly care conference.
Failure to Facilitate Resident's Choice for Outdoor Activities
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The facility failed to provide opportunities for a resident to participate in activities of choice, specifically walking outside, despite the resident's expressed desire and documented preferences. The resident, who had medical diagnoses including coronary artery disease, hypertension, and anxiety, was cognitively impaired but able to express herself and understand others. Her care plan, last reviewed in March, did not include directions or identification of her interest in walking outside, even though it was noted as very important to her. The resident expressed frustration multiple times about not being able to go outside, feeling weaker, and likening her situation to being in a prison. Despite these expressions, the care plan lacked specific directions to address her interest in walking outside, and her activity participation records showed limited opportunities for outdoor walks. Interviews with staff revealed that while they were aware of the resident's desire to go outside, they had not consistently facilitated this activity. The activity aide mentioned that she had only walked with the resident in the gated courtyard and not outside the gated areas. The registered nurse confirmed that the resident could walk around the facility and had gone out on day leaves with family without issues. However, the family had requested that the resident not go beyond the nursing home doors due to concerns about her leaving unattended. Despite these concerns, the resident's care plan did not reflect her desire to walk outside, and her activity attendance records showed only four outdoor walks in a month, none of which corresponded with the times she expressed extreme frustration. The facility's policy on assessment and care plan development directed staff to complete a written assessment and evaluation of the resident before the care conference and to work with the team to initiate, develop, review, and update each individual's plan of care. However, the facility failed to adhere to this policy in the case of the resident, as her care plan did not include her expressed desire to walk outside, leading to her continued frustration and feelings of confinement. The lack of specific directions in the care plan and the limited opportunities for outdoor walks contributed to the deficiency identified by the surveyors.
Failure to Provide Bed Hold Notice at Time of Hospital Transfer
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The facility failed to provide a written bed hold policy to a resident or their representative at the time of hospital transfer. Specifically, for one resident who was reviewed for hospitalization, the medical record lacked evidence that a bed hold notice was provided when the resident was transferred to the hospital. The resident, who had intact cognition and required assistance with all activities of daily living, had multiple diagnoses including schizoaffective disorder, heart failure, hypertension, peripheral vascular disease, renal failure, schizophrenia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The resident was hospitalized and returned to the facility, but there was no documentation of a bed hold notice being given at the time of transfer. During an interview, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated that it was expected for a bed hold to be initiated by the nurse when a resident was transferred out of the facility, and for the case manager or social worker to follow up. The DON confirmed that there was no communication found regarding a bed hold for the resident's hospitalization. The facility's Bed Hold Notice at the Time of Transfer policy required that residents and their responsible parties be fully informed about bed-hold policies and associated costs whenever a resident is hospitalized or on therapeutic leave. The policy also required documentation in the progress notes that the bed hold policy was sent with the resident or given/mailed to a family member, which was not done in this case.
Failure to Consistently Apply Hand Splints
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The facility failed to consistently follow orders for the application of hand splints for a resident (R15) with limited range of motion. R15's care plan and provider orders specified that white hand splints should be applied in the morning and removed at 3 pm daily. However, observations on multiple occasions revealed that R15 did not have the hand splints on as required. Interviews with various staff members, including an LPN, RN, and NA, confirmed that R15 was supposed to wear the splints and that there were no documented refusals from R15. Additionally, it was noted that R15's husband, who is also a resident, sometimes removed the splints, but staff would offer to reapply them if R15 was agreeable. The facility's policies on physical devices and activities of daily living did not mention the application of hand splints, contributing to the inconsistency in care. During observations, R15 was noted to have clenched hands with impressions from the thumbnail and powder in the hand creases, indicating a lack of proper splint application. R15's fingernails were also found to be excessively long, which could contribute to skin issues. Despite the care plan and provider orders, the facility staff did not consistently ensure that R15 wore the hand splints as required, leading to a deficiency in the resident's care. The director of nursing confirmed that R15 should have been wearing the hand splints if agreeable, but there was no clear explanation for the lapses in care.
Failure to Change Respiratory Equipment Weekly
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The facility failed to ensure respiratory equipment was changed weekly according to professional standards to prevent infection for a resident (R29) who required respiratory care. R29 had intact cognition and was independent with all activities of daily living, with diagnoses including dyspnea, anxiety disorder, depression, PTSD, and slow transit constipation. The care plan for R29 lacked interventions related to oxygen tubing, bubbler, or humidified oxygen, and the orders did not specify the frequency for changing these items. Observations over several days revealed that the oxygen tubing and bubbler lacked labels indicating when they were last changed, and the nasal cannula tubing was discolored and stretched out. R29 confirmed that she did not know when the tubing or humidifier was last changed and had to request staff to change the tubing when it became too loose. Interviews with staff, including a registered nurse and the director of nursing, confirmed that there was no order in the electronic medical record to change R29's oxygen tubing and humidifier bi-weekly. The staff also verified that the facility's policy required the tubing to be changed every two weeks and documented on the treatment administration record, but this was not done for R29. The director of nursing acknowledged the importance of changing the tubing and humidifier to prevent infection and confirmed that there should have been an order for the licensed nursing staff to complete these changes on a scheduled basis. A facility policy on oxygen tubing and humidifier changes was requested but not provided.
Failure to Develop and Implement Antibiotic Stewardship Program
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The facility failed to develop an antibiotic stewardship program that included protocols and a system to monitor antibiotic use. This deficiency was identified for a resident who was prescribed antibiotics prophylactically. The resident, who had intact cognition and required supervision/assistance with all activities of daily living, had multiple diagnoses including type 1 diabetes mellitus, cancer, hypertension, renal failure, anxiety disorder, Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia, encephalitis, and auditory and visual hallucinations. The resident's physician orders indicated the use of Bactrim for infection prevention related to kidney transplant status, but the order lacked an end date for antibiotic use. During an interview, the infection preventionist confirmed that the resident was admitted with orders for prophylactic antibiotics for chronic conditions and that these orders did not have an end date. The infection preventionist also stated that residents on prophylactic antibiotics were not monitored with infection monitoring charting or tracking, and there was no follow-up on the resident's prophylactic antibiotic use with the provider. Additionally, the prophylactic use of antibiotics was not reviewed or discussed at the facility's quality assurance and performance improvement team meetings. The facility's Antibiotic Stewardship Program policy aimed to monitor antibiotic use and ensure appropriate prescribing, but it was not effectively implemented in this case.
Failure to Maintain and Post Accurate Nurse Staffing Information
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The facility failed to ensure the required and complete nurse staffing information was posted and readily available for viewing by the residents and visitors. On multiple occasions, the nurse staffing information was either outdated or missing. For instance, on 4/30/24, the nurse staff posting was not updated to reflect the current date until later in the day. Additionally, on 5/1/24, the nurse staffing information posted was dated 4/29/24, and the information for 4/30/24 was missing. This inconsistency in updating the nurse staffing information was confirmed by RN-B, who was responsible for overseeing scheduling. RN-B acknowledged that the current nurse staffing information was not reflective of the actual date and that there had been no updates to reflect staff call-ins or changes for 4/29/24. Furthermore, the facility failed to maintain the staffing logs for the required 18 months. RN-B stated that the staff posting information prior to 12/8/23 was unavailable and had not been retained because the facility was unaware of the need to retain this information for an extended period. The Director of Nursing (DON) also confirmed that she was unaware of the requirement to maintain nurse staff posting information for 18 months. A policy for the retention of staff schedules and nurse staff posting information was requested but not provided.
Failure to Submit Accurate Staffing Information
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The facility failed to submit complete and accurate direct care staffing information for Quarter 1 of fiscal year 2024. A review of the PBJ Staffing Data Report revealed that there were no registered nurse (RN) hours reported for the period from October 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Additionally, the facility was flagged for a lack of licensed nursing coverage 24 hours a day during this period. Upon further investigation, it was found that RN coverage was missing for eight consecutive hours on two specific dates, October 7 and October 21, 2023. The facility's records, including staff schedules and time card logs, were reviewed, and discrepancies were noted, particularly for the period from December 8 to December 31, 2023, as earlier postings had not been retained by the facility. Interviews with the Director of Nursing (DON) and the administrator revealed that the PBJ submission process was not timely and that the person previously responsible for this task was no longer on staff. Both the DON and the administrator were unaware of any days where there was a lack of RN coverage for eight consecutive hours or a lack of licensed nursing coverage for the entire 24-hour period. The administrator acknowledged that there was no official facility policy for PBJ submission, and the process was completed as outlined on the CMS website. The deficiency was primarily due to errors in submission and a lack of timely and accurate reporting of staffing information.
Inadequate Incorporation of Infection Control Data into QAPI Plan
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The facility failed to ensure that infection control data and performance improvement plans were incorporated into the facility-wide Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Plan. During the entrance conference, the facility provided a QAPI plan document that was last updated in 2021, which included various statements and principles but lacked specific details on infection control data and performance improvement plans. The Facility Assessment, last updated in 2022, mentioned preadmission screening and protocols for infection control but did not provide documentation on tracking and trending of infection control data or performance improvement processes. The administrator confirmed that QAPI meetings were held monthly and QA meetings quarterly, but the documentation provided did not reflect consistent tracking, trending, or contact tracing for infections and illnesses. During an interview, the administrator stated that infection control information was tracked and trended by the Infection Control Preventionist (ICP) during meetings, but there was no consistent formatting for this data. Additional documentation, such as meeting minutes, performance improvement processes, attendance rosters, and notification processes, was requested but not provided for review. This deficiency had the potential to affect all 49 residents currently residing in the facility.
Failure to Ensure Medical Director's Routine Attendance at QAPI Meetings
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The facility failed to demonstrate routine attendance and participation in the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) process by the Medical Director (MD). The QAPI Plan required the MD to be present at quarterly meetings. However, a review of the attendance rosters for meetings held on 6/28/23, 10/25/23, and 1/31/24 revealed that the MD was only present at the meeting on 10/25/23. The administrator confirmed that QAPI meetings were held monthly and Quality Assurance meetings quarterly, and that the MD was in-house weekly. Despite this, there was no evidence of the MD's attendance at the other two required meetings, nor was there any provided communication regarding the MD's absence or updates from the missed meetings.
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