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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Driftwood Nursing Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Late Transmission of MDS Assessments: The facility failed to transmit two residents’ MDS assessments to CMS within the required timeframe. Two MDS nurses confirmed the assessments were completed but sent late because they were also covering floor nursing and staffing duties, and leadership acknowledged the assessments were not transmitted in compliance with CMS requirements.
Failure to Provide Plain-Language Transfer Reason: A resident was transferred to the ER for evaluation of AMS, but the transfer/discharge notice listed only "AMS" as the reason without explaining the specific basis in plain language for the responsible representative. The Unit Coordinator confirmed the abbreviation was used in error and was not written in a way the representative could understand.
A resident meal tray was found stored in a biohazard room beneath signage stating food and utensils were not to be placed there. Staff confirmed the tray should not have been in the room, and interviews showed staff were trained to return trays to dietary, but an LPN reported second-shift staff frequently place trays in the biohazard room instead of returning them to the kitchen.
The facility failed to ensure sanitary conditions during food temperature testing. The cook used a thermometer to check various food items and wiped it on a towel instead of sanitizing it, risking cross-contamination. The cook was uncertain about specific training on sanitizing the thermometer, and the DM confirmed that training was informal without documentation. The Administrator expected thermometers to be sanitized between uses.
A resident was found to have an indwelling urinary catheter without sufficient clinical justification or documentation, contrary to the facility's policy. Staff interviews revealed uncertainty about the catheter's placement and lack of a proper diagnosis, with the DON confirming the deficiency. The facility's policy requires documentation and clinical necessity for catheter use, which was not met in this case.
A facility failed to follow its Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) policy during catheter care for a resident with an indwelling catheter. Despite the presence of a yellow dot indicating EBP, CNAs did not wear gowns as required. Interviews revealed that the CNAs were aware of the EBP requirements but failed to comply due to nervousness and forgetfulness. The resident had a diagnosis of Cerebral Infarction and a physician order for a urinary catheter.
A resident's credit card was misappropriated by a CNA who used it for unauthorized purchases at a spa, nail salon, and restaurants. The resident, with no cognitive impairment, discovered the charges through her son, who held power of attorney. The facility's investigation revealed the CNA had photographed the card and used it without consent, despite having no prior disciplinary issues. The incident occurred despite existing policies to prevent such exploitation.
A cognitively impaired resident experienced two falls due to inadequate interventions in their care plan. Despite the resident's memory issues, the care plan included instructions to use a call light and safety education, which were not suitable given the resident's cognitive limitations. Interviews with the DON and an RN confirmed the interventions were inappropriate, contributing to the deficiency.
Late Transmission of MDS Assessments
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The facility failed to transmit resident assessments to CMS within 14 days of completion for two sampled residents, Resident #23 and Resident #95. The facility’s MDS policy stated that comprehensive assessments must be transmitted electronically within 14 days of the care plan completion date and all other MDS assessments within 14 days of the MDS completion date. IQIES MDS 3.0 Final Validation Reports showed both assessments were submitted late, with the message that the submission date was more than 14 days. Resident #23 was admitted with a diagnosis including legal blindness, and Resident #95 was admitted with diagnoses including anxiety disorder. During interviews, two MDS nurses confirmed both assessments were completed but transmitted late, explaining they were unable to transmit them timely because of additional responsibilities, including floor nursing coverage and staffing duties during the holiday period. The former DON, current DON, and Administrator stated they expected all MDS assessments to be transmitted in accordance with CMS requirements and acknowledged that MDS nurses had been used for floor coverage.
Failure to Provide Plain-Language Transfer Reason
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Summary
The facility failed to provide the specific reason and basis for a hospital transfer in plain language for Resident #54. The resident was admitted on 12/3/25 with diagnoses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. On 1/6/26, a nurse's note documented that the resident was being transferred to the ER for evaluation of altered mental status (AMS), and a Notice of Resident Transfer or Discharge was completed with an effective date of 1/6/26 at 10:43 AM. The transfer/discharge notice listed the reason for transfer/discharge as AMS, but it did not further clarify the reason or present it in language and manner the resident's responsible representative could understand. The facility policy required the notice to include the specific reason and basis for transfer or discharge in a language and manner understandable to the resident and representative. During interview, the Unit Coordinator confirmed that AMS meant altered mental status and stated the reason was documented as AMS in error and was not explained in plain language. The Administrator stated she had been informed of the issue and expected forms to be completed accurately according to federal guidelines.
Meal Tray Stored in Biohazard Room
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The facility failed to maintain infection prevention and control practices when a resident meal tray was found stored in a biohazard room on the north wing near the nurse's station. The room was marked with a biohazard logo and secured with keypad entry, and the tray was observed placed beneath posted signage stating that food and utensils were not to be placed in the room. The tray contained a meal preference ticket identifying Resident #35 and indicated a dinner meal dated 1/27/2026. Housekeeping/Maintenance Staff #1 confirmed the tray should not have been in the biohazard room and stated he did not know who placed it there. Facility staff interviews showed that staff were trained not to place food trays or utensils in biohazard rooms and that trays were to be returned directly to the kitchen. The Infection Preventionist/RN stated this expectation was included in new-hire orientation and quarterly infection control and safety education. The North Hall charge nurse stated second-shift staff frequently place trays in the biohazard room instead of returning them to dietary, and that she checks the room daily for trays. Dietary staff stated the kitchen closes at 8:00 PM, the dietary door is locked after hours, and nursing staff have access to return trays, but they were unsure where trays were being placed after dietary staff leave for the day. The Administrator stated trays are expected to be returned to dietary and are not to be placed in biohazard rooms because it created an infection control concern and pest risk.
Failure to Sanitize Thermometer Between Food Items
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that food temperatures were tested under sanitary conditions during a kitchen observation. Specifically, the cook was observed using a thermometer to check the temperature of various food items, including macaroni and cheese, baked chicken, green peas, pureed chicken, and mashed potatoes. After each temperature check, the cook wiped the thermometer on a clean towel instead of sanitizing it, which could lead to cross-contamination. The cook had been using this method for six months and was uncertain if she had received specific training on sanitizing the thermometer. Interviews with the cook, Dietary Manager (DM), and Registered Dietitian revealed that the cook was expected to sanitize the thermometer by dipping it in a sanitizing solution and drying it between each food item. However, the DM acknowledged that training was often conducted informally through verbal instructions, and no official in-service documentation was available. The Administrator also expressed an expectation that kitchen staff sanitize thermometers between food items to prevent cross-contamination.
Failure to Justify Indwelling Catheter Use
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that an indwelling urinary catheter was clinically indicated for a resident. The facility's policy on the appropriate use of indwelling catheters requires that such catheters be used only when a resident's clinical condition necessitates it, with proper documentation to support the decision. However, for the resident in question, there was no documentation explaining when or why the catheter was placed, despite the presence of a physician order for a urinary catheter. The resident was admitted with a diagnosis of cerebral infarction, but there was no indication that this condition justified the use of a catheter. Interviews with facility staff, including LPNs and the DON, revealed a lack of clarity and documentation regarding the catheter's placement. The LPNs involved could not recall the diagnosis used for the catheter, and the DON confirmed the absence of a sufficient diagnosis for its use. The facility's Nurse Practitioner also acknowledged the issue, noting that urinary retention does not justify the use of an indwelling catheter. The lack of documentation and adherence to facility policy led to the deficiency identified by the surveyors.
Failure to Follow Enhanced Barrier Precautions During Catheter Care
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Summary
The facility failed to adhere to its Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) policy during catheter care for a resident with an indwelling catheter. The policy, dated 05/01/24, mandates the use of gowns and gloves to prevent the transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms. Despite the presence of a yellow dot indicating EBP on the resident's room, Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) were observed not wearing gowns during catheter care. Interviews with the CNAs revealed that they were aware of the EBP requirements but failed to comply due to nervousness and forgetfulness. The resident involved was admitted with a diagnosis of Cerebral Infarction and had a physician order for a urinary catheter. The facility's Director of Nursing confirmed that all staff had been educated on EBP and that personal protective equipment (PPE) was readily available. However, the CNAs admitted to not wearing gowns during the care, despite understanding the significance of the yellow dot and the availability of PPE supplies.
Misappropriation of Resident's Credit Card by CNA
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Summary
The facility failed to protect a resident's right to be free from misappropriation of property when a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) used the resident's credit card without consent. The incident involved a resident who had been admitted to the facility with diagnoses including Diabetes and Atrial Fibrillation. The resident, who had no cognitive impairment, discovered unauthorized charges on her credit card for services at a local spa, nail salon, and restaurants, which she had not visited or authorized. The misappropriation was discovered when the resident's son, who held power of attorney, reviewed the credit card statements and reported the suspicious charges to the facility's Registered Nurse and Administrator. The facility's investigation revealed that the CNA had taken a photograph of the resident's credit card and used it for personal purchases. The CNA had been employed at the facility for a short period and had no prior disciplinary actions in her personnel file. However, it was later discovered that she had a prior arrest for similar charges involving another vulnerable adult. The facility's policy on Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation was in place to prevent such incidents, but the misappropriation occurred nonetheless. The resident expressed shock and disbelief that her credit card had been used without her knowledge, as she had always kept it secure in her purse. The facility's failure to prevent this misappropriation highlights a lapse in safeguarding the resident's property, despite having policies intended to protect against such exploitation.
Inadequate Fall Prevention Interventions for Cognitively Impaired Resident
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Summary
The facility failed to develop appropriate interventions for a cognitively impaired resident after experiencing falls, which led to a deficiency in providing an environment free from accident hazards. The resident, who was moderately impaired in cognitive skills for daily decision-making, had two falls within a short period. The first fall occurred in the hallway, and the second fall happened in the resident's room while attempting to get into bed. Despite these incidents, the care plan interventions were not tailored to the resident's cognitive limitations, as they included instructions to use a call light and safety education, which the resident was unlikely to remember or comprehend due to cognitive impairment. Interviews with the Director of Nursing (DON) and a Registered Nurse (RN) revealed that the interventions were not appropriate for the resident's needs. The DON confirmed that the interventions developed after the falls were inadequate, given the resident's severe cognitive impairment and memory loss. The RN responsible for developing the care plan interventions acknowledged that the resident had memory problems and was oriented only to person, making it unlikely for the resident to remember to use the call light or understand safety education. The facility's failure to implement suitable interventions for the resident's cognitive condition contributed to the deficiency.
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