Below 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 Hudson Park Rehabilitation And Nursing Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility did not ensure resident dignity and proper care planning, as evidenced by the use of plastic utensils without documentation in care plans and a resident wearing ill-fitting clothing in common areas. Staff interviews confirmed the need for care plan updates and appropriate clothing for residents.
The facility failed to maintain cleanliness and proper maintenance across resident units, the basement, and facility grounds. Observations showed soiled floors, dusty window blinds, missing call bell light covers, and handwritten room numbers. Dining tables were grimy, and the grounds were littered with waste. The facility lacked documentation for routine checks on these areas.
The facility failed to provide an ongoing program of activities that met the interests and cognitive abilities of residents on two units. A resident with severe cognitive impairment was not provided with activities aligned with their preferences, and another cognitively intact resident was unaware of events they would have attended. Observations and staff interviews indicated infrequent visits from the activities department, and the facility's policy of offering activities seven days a week was not effectively implemented.
The facility did not adhere to professional standards for food service safety, as the dishwashing machine in the main kitchen was not reaching the required final rinse temperature, and various areas in the main kitchen and kitchenettes were found to be soiled with food particles and grime.
The facility failed to maintain an effective infection control program, with staff observed improperly using and discarding PPE. On Unit 2, a Resident Assistant wore gloves across multiple rooms without changing them, and another did not perform hand hygiene after glove removal. On Unit 5, soiled gloves were left on the floor, and aides handled soiled contents without washing hands or donning PPE in a room under Contact Precautions.
Handrails in two of four resident units were found to be loose and not securely attached to the walls, with a missing end turn piece in one area. This was observed during a survey and confirmed through interviews with maintenance and administrative staff.
A resident was observed self-administering medications without an assessment by an interdisciplinary team to determine their ability to do so safely, as required by facility policy. The resident, who was cognitively intact and had diagnoses including MRSA and psoriasis, had no documented assessment or care plan for self-administration of medications. A nurse confirmed that no residents on the unit were self-medicating.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment and identified as a fall risk was found with a significant head injury in their room. Despite facility policies requiring investigation of incidents and potential abuse, no root cause analysis or investigation documentation was provided. Interviews with staff revealed uncertainty about whether an investigation was conducted, indicating a deficiency in following required procedures.
The facility failed to update Comprehensive Care Plans for three residents. A resident with severe cognitive impairment experienced a significant fall, but their care plan was not revised. Another resident using oxygen after pneumonia had no care plan update for oxygen therapy. A third resident sustained a wound, but their care plan was updated 14 days later. The facility did not ensure care plans were revised based on changing needs.
A resident with cognitive impairment and a history of falls sustained a wound that was not properly monitored or treated, leading to an increase in size. The facility failed to document wound care and update the care plan in a timely manner, despite the resident's behavior of picking at the wound. The wound nurse's assessment was delayed, and the facility did not ensure proper tracking and intervention for the wound.
A resident with hearing deficits did not receive necessary assistance for hearing aid replacement and follow-up audiology visits. Despite being cognitively intact, the resident was observed to be very hard of hearing without any adaptive devices. Staff interviews revealed that the resident's hearing aid had been broken multiple times, and no functioning aid was provided since December. An audiology exam was scheduled but not documented, and the resident often refused care, leading to inadequate assistance.
Two residents in the facility did not receive oxygen therapy as prescribed by their physicians. One resident, with conditions including Parkinson's Disease and COPD, used oxygen without a physician's order, while another resident with COPD and pulmonary edema received less oxygen than prescribed. Staff interviews confirmed that oxygen therapy should follow physician orders, but the facility failed to ensure compliance.
The facility failed to protect residents from the misappropriation of their personal funds, leading to the theft of checks and subsequent forgery. A resident reported suspicious activity on their checking account, discovering that three checks were missing, two of which had been cashed without their authorization. The investigation revealed that the signature on the forged checks matched that of a CNA, who was subsequently terminated. Another resident also reported suspicious activity on their checking account, where a woman attempted to cash a check from their starter account. The investigation identified the woman as the same CNA.
The facility failed to provide effective housekeeping and maintenance services, resulting in soiled floors, dirty windows, and unclean heater/air conditioning units across five resident units. Interviews revealed a lack of documented training or expectations for cleaning specific areas, and staff acknowledged the ongoing issues.
A resident with multiple health conditions was mistakenly given another resident's medications due to a nurse's distraction. The error was identified, and the resident was monitored, with no reported ill effects beyond initial fatigue.
A resident was mistakenly given a 50-microgram Fentanyl patch instead of the prescribed 12.5-microgram patch by an LPN who failed to check the label properly. The error was identified and corrected without adverse effects.
Deficiency in Resident Dignity and Care Planning
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that residents were treated with respect and dignity, as evidenced by the use of disposable plastic utensils in one of the dining rooms and the inappropriate clothing of a resident in common areas. During an observation, seven residents on the fourth floor were served meals with plastic utensils, and there was no documentation in the comprehensive care plans regarding the use of such utensils. Interviews with nursing staff confirmed that plastic utensils should be included in the care plans for safety reasons. Additionally, a resident with multiple sclerosis and other medical conditions was observed walking in the hallway with their pants falling down, exposing an incontinence brief. Despite the resident being cognitively intact and able to understand and communicate, staff did not intervene during these observations. The resident's care plan indicated a need for assistance with dressing, but staff interviews revealed that the resident was wearing ill-fitting clothing, which was not addressed by the facility.
Deficiencies in Housekeeping and Maintenance Services
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The facility failed to provide effective housekeeping and maintenance services across all four resident units, the basement, and the facility grounds. Observations revealed that the floors in the corridors and mechanical rooms were heavily soiled with dirt and dust, and dead flies were found in the corridor ceiling lights. Additionally, window blinds in several rooms were covered with a buildup of oily dust, and some corridor call bell light covers were missing. Room numbers for certain resident rooms were handwritten on the walls instead of having proper signs. The dining room tables on multiple floors were found to be soiled with food particles and grime on their undersides. The facility grounds were littered with paper waste, used surgical gloves, and plastic wrapping. The facility's document titled 'Enhanced Environmental Rounds' indicated that staff were responsible for cleaning windows, ensuring the functionality of the call bell system, and picking up trash around the facility grounds. However, there was no documented evidence that the facility routinely checked the cleanliness of the dining room tables' undersides or the basement and mechanical room floors.
Deficiency in Meeting Residents' Activity Needs
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The facility failed to provide an ongoing program of activities that met the interests and cognitive abilities of residents on two of four units reviewed. Resident #15, who has severe cognitive impairment due to vascular dementia and other mental health disorders, was not provided with activities that aligned with their preferences and cognitive abilities. Observations revealed a lack of activities on the dementia care unit, and interviews with staff indicated infrequent visits from the activities department. The resident's care plan specified a need for one-on-one visits and assistance with activities, but these were not consistently provided. Resident #91, who is cognitively intact, reported not attending activities due to a lack of interest and was unaware of certain events, such as an ice cream social, that they would have attended if informed. The activities director acknowledged that residents needed to express interest in activities to participate, but there was no clear process for ensuring residents who required assistance could attend. The facility's activities policy stated that activities should be offered seven days a week, but this was not effectively implemented, leading to a deficiency in meeting residents' activity needs.
Food Service Safety Deficiency in Kitchen and Kitchenettes
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The facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety, as observed during a Recertification Survey. The automatic dishwashing machine in the main kitchen was not functioning properly, with a final rinse temperature of 150 degrees Fahrenheit, contrary to the required 180 degrees Fahrenheit as per the machine's information plate. Additionally, various areas in the main kitchen, including the can opener holders, knife rack, kitchen floor, dry storage area, locker room floor, and mop buckets, were found to be soiled with food particles, dirt, or grime. Further observations revealed that the kitchenettes on the second, third, fourth, and fifth floors were also not maintained in a clean condition. The refrigerators, microwave ovens, cabinets, drawers, and sinks in these kitchenettes were soiled with food spills, particles, or a black build-up. The facility's undated Dishwasher Procedure document indicated that dietary staff were trained to monitor the dishwashing machine's final rinse temperature, yet this was not adhered to, contributing to the deficiency.
Infection Control Deficiencies in PPE Use and Disposal
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The facility failed to maintain an effective infection control program, as evidenced by multiple observations of improper use and disposal of personal protective equipment (PPE) by staff. On Unit 2, a Resident Assistant was observed leaving a resident's room, which was under Enhanced Barrier Precautions, while wearing gloves. The assistant then touched a clean linen cart, entered two other resident rooms, and returned to the original room without changing gloves. Additionally, another Resident Assistant removed gloves at the nursing station without performing hand hygiene. In a resident's room on the same unit, used surgical gloves were found discarded on a dresser. On Unit 5, similar deficiencies were noted. Soiled gloves and a plastic bag were left on the floor of a resident's room due to the absence of waste bins, as stated by Certified Nurse Aide #3. This aide was later seen handling soiled bags without washing or sanitizing hands. Certified Nurse Aide #4 also failed to perform hand hygiene after handling soiled contents and entered a room under Contact Precautions without donning appropriate PPE. These actions demonstrate a lack of adherence to infection control protocols, as outlined in the facility's policies and CDC guidelines.
Loose Handrails in Resident Units
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Handrails were not maintained on two of four resident units, as observed during a Recertification Survey. Specifically, the handrails were found to be loose and not securely attached to the corridor walls on the second-floor east corridor, fourth-floor east corridor, and outside a specific room. Additionally, a handrail end turn piece was missing from the handrail by another room. These deficiencies were identified during observations conducted on June 11, 2024, between 9:33 AM and 10:33 AM. The lack of secure handrails was confirmed through interviews with the Director of Maintenance and the Administrator, who acknowledged the issue and the need for further inspection and securing of the handrails throughout the facility.
Failure to Assess Resident's Ability to Self-Administer Medication
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The facility failed to ensure that an interdisciplinary team assessed a resident's ability to safely self-administer medication, as required by their policy. Specifically, a resident was observed self-administering betamethasone cream and had lubricant eye drops in their room without having been evaluated for their capacity to do so safely. The facility's policy mandates that residents may only self-administer medications if a physician, along with the Interdisciplinary Care Planning Team, determines they have the capacity to do so safely. The resident in question was admitted with diagnoses including sepsis due to MRSA, diabetes, and psoriasis. Despite being cognitively intact, there was no documented evidence in the resident's electronic medical record of an assessment for self-administration of medications, nor was there a physician order or care plan in place for this purpose. The Medication Administration Record indicated that the betamethasone cream was administered as ordered until a specified end date, but there was no documentation of administration beyond that date, and the eye drops were administered as ordered. A registered nurse confirmed that no residents on the unit were self-medicating and that an assessment would be completed if a resident wished to self-medicate.
Failure to Investigate Resident Fall and Injury
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The facility failed to thoroughly investigate or prevent further accidents for a resident who was found on the floor with a significant head injury. The resident, who had severe cognitive impairment and was identified as a fall risk, was discovered in their room with a large hematoma on the head. Despite the facility's policies requiring investigation of all incidents and potential abuse, there was no documentation of a root cause analysis or investigation into the incident. Interviews with facility staff, including a Licensed Practical Nurse, a Registered Nurse, the Director of Nursing, and the Administrator, revealed uncertainty about whether an investigation was conducted. The facility's policies on abuse prevention and incident reporting were not followed, as no investigation documentation was provided during the survey. This lack of investigation into the unwitnessed fall and significant injury represents a deficiency in the facility's adherence to required procedures.
Failure to Update Comprehensive Care Plans
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The facility failed to ensure that Comprehensive Care Plans were reviewed and revised based on changing goals, preferences, and needs for three residents. Resident #15, who had severe cognitive impairment and a history of falls, experienced a significant fall on 6/04/2024, but the care plan was not updated to address this incident. Despite several falls in the past months, the care plan had not been revised since 1/31/2024, and there was no documented evidence of a care plan modification for monitoring every two hours for falls. Resident #20, who was cognitively intact and had a history of Parkinson's Disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, was observed using oxygen without a corresponding care plan update. The resident self-applied oxygen following an episode of pneumonia, but the care plan for respiratory status had not been revised since 1/23/2024, and there were no orders for oxygen therapy documented in the Medication and Treatment Administration Reports. Resident #524, with severe cognitive impairment, sustained a wound on 5/22/2024, but the care plan was not updated until 6/05/2024, 14 days after the injury. The wound nurse was notified of the wound seven days after it was first observed, and the care plan was eventually updated to include interventions for the wound. The Director of Nursing stated that the care plan should be updated with treatment orders and interventions when a wound is identified.
Failure to Monitor and Treat Resident's Wound
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The facility failed to provide resident-centered care and services in accordance with professional standards for Resident #524, who experienced a fall resulting in a wound that was not properly tracked, monitored, or treated. The resident, who had diagnoses including insomnia, depression, and acute respiratory failure, was observed with an uncovered wound on their right shin that had increased in size since the initial assessment. The wound was initially measured at 1.4 centimeters by 0.6 centimeters but was later observed to be approximately 7.62 centimeters long and 1.27 centimeters wide, indicating a lack of proper wound care and monitoring. The facility's policy required that any injuries from falls be documented with size and description, and that nursing staff continue to monitor for changes. However, the Treatment Administration Record showed that wound care and dressing changes were not documented as completed from the time of the fall until the survey observation. Interviews with nursing staff revealed that the resident had a behavior of picking at their skin and removing dressings, which contributed to the wound's deterioration. Despite this, the care plan was not updated until 14 days after the injury, and the wound nurse's assessment was delayed and not entered into the system in a timely manner. The Director of Nursing acknowledged that wounds should be documented and tracked for changes, and that the Wound Nurse should be notified and involved in the care plan updates. However, the facility failed to ensure timely and accurate documentation and follow-up on the resident's wound, leading to a significant increase in the wound's size and a lack of appropriate interventions to prevent further deterioration.
Failure to Provide Hearing Aid Replacement and Audiology Follow-Up
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The facility failed to ensure that a resident received proper treatment and assistive devices to maintain hearing abilities. Resident #58, who was admitted with a diagnosis of unspecified osteoarthritis, impacted cerumen, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, was cognitively intact and able to communicate. However, the resident was observed to be very hard of hearing and did not have a hearing aid or any other adaptive devices. The comprehensive care plan noted a hearing deficit and included an intervention to schedule a hearing consultant to replace the lost hearing aid, but this was not followed through. Interviews with staff revealed that the resident's hearing aid had been broken multiple times, and the resident had not had a functioning hearing aid since December 2023. An in-house audiology exam was scheduled for May 2024, but there was no documentation of the visit or consultation. The unit manager acknowledged the lack of follow-up on the audiology consult and obtaining a new hearing aid. Additionally, a certified nurse aide mentioned that the resident was extremely hard of hearing and often refused care, which contributed to the lack of assistance provided. The treatment administration record indicated an appointment for audiology as needed, but no documented consults occurred after the order date.
Failure to Administer Oxygen Therapy as Prescribed
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The facility failed to provide appropriate respiratory care to two residents, as observed during the Recertification Survey. Resident #20, who was admitted with diagnoses including Parkinson's Disease, diabetes mellitus, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, was found to be using oxygen therapy without a physician's order. Despite having a comprehensive care plan that required documentation of oxygen saturation as per physician orders, there were no orders for oxygen therapy documented in the Medication and Treatment Administration Reports for Resident #20. Similarly, Resident #98, who had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and acute pulmonary edema, was not receiving oxygen therapy as prescribed. The resident's care plan required oxygen therapy at a flow rate of 4 liters per minute, but observations showed the resident receiving only 2 to 3 liters per minute. Interviews with nursing staff confirmed that oxygen therapy should be administered as per physician orders, and any deviation could lead to adverse effects. However, the facility failed to ensure that the prescribed oxygen flow rates were maintained for Resident #98.
Failure to Protect Residents from Misappropriation of Funds
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The facility failed to protect residents from the misappropriation of their personal funds, leading to the theft of checks and subsequent forgery. Resident #1 reported suspicious activity on their checking account, discovering that three checks were missing, two of which had been cashed without their authorization. The investigation revealed that the signature on the forged checks matched that of Certified Nurse Aide #1, who was subsequently terminated and reported to the Office of the Professions. Resident #2 also reported suspicious activity on their checking account, where a woman attempted to cash a check from their starter account. The investigation identified the woman as Certified Nurse Aide #1, who had access to both residents' personal belongings. Resident #3 reported suspicious activity on their checking account, with two checks cashed without their authorization. The investigation could not conclusively associate this incident with Certified Nurse Aide #1, but the resident's family took over financial duties following the incident. The facility's policies on misappropriation of resident property and abuse prevention were not effectively implemented, leading to these incidents of theft and forgery. The facility's failure to secure residents' personal belongings and prevent unauthorized access by staff members resulted in significant financial losses for the residents involved. Despite the facility's policies and procedures, the incidents highlight a lapse in safeguarding residents' property rights and ensuring their protection from exploitation and misappropriation of funds.
Facility Fails to Maintain Clean and Safe Environment
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The facility did not provide effective housekeeping and maintenance services across five resident units, leading to unsanitary conditions. Observations revealed soiled floors in various resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, including black buildup in bathroom shower floor drains and mold-like substances on bathroom floors. Additionally, heater/air conditioning units were found to be soiled with dust, grime, and beverage drips in multiple resident rooms and the 5th-floor dining room. Windows in numerous resident rooms and corridors were also noted to be dirty, and wall paneling in some rooms was dusty. The mop buckets and wringers in use on the 4th and 5th floors were heavily soiled with black buildup, and the door tracks for elevators were soiled with black particles. These observations were made during two separate survey dates, indicating ongoing issues with cleanliness and maintenance in the facility. Interviews with staff confirmed that there was no documented evidence of training or expectations for cleaning specific areas, such as floor corners, heating/air conditioning units, wall paneling, wardrobes, windows, floor drains in showers, elevator door tracks, and mop buckets and wringers. The Interim Director of Housekeeping acknowledged the issues and mentioned that a new housekeeping director had been hired, and a schedule for deep cleaning and maintenance had been developed. The Administrator also confirmed that environmental cleanliness issues had been identified and that interdisciplinary rounding audits had begun to address these concerns.
Medication Administration Error Due to Nurse Distraction
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Summary
The facility did not ensure that each resident's drug regimen was free from unnecessary drugs, as evidenced by an incident involving Resident #3. Resident #3, who was admitted with diagnoses of diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, and heart disease with heart failure, was mistakenly administered another resident's medications. The error occurred when Licensed Practical Nurse #8 became distracted while preparing medications for Resident #9 and inadvertently gave Resident #9's medications, including Baclofen, Celexa, and Xeljanz, to Resident #3. This mistake was documented in a Nurse's Progress Note and confirmed through interviews with the involved staff members. Resident #3 reported feeling fatigued after receiving the incorrect medications, but their vital signs remained within normal limits. The Nurse Practitioner was notified, and Resident #3 was monitored for any adverse effects. The incident was reported to the unit manager and the Director of Nursing, who confirmed that the error occurred due to the nurse's distraction. Despite the error, there were no reported ill effects to Resident #3 beyond the initial fatigue.
Significant Medication Error Involving Fentanyl Patch
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The facility did not ensure that residents were free from significant medication errors, as evidenced by an incident involving Resident #2. Licensed Practical Nurse #6 mistakenly applied a 50-microgram Fentanyl transdermal patch to Resident #2, who was prescribed a 12.5-microgram patch. This error occurred because the nurse did not realize there were two residents on the unit using Fentanyl patches and failed to check the label properly. The resident reported feeling unusual and informed the floor nurse, who then confirmed the error and took corrective action by removing the incorrect patch and applying the correct dosage. The incident was reported to the Medical Doctor, and no adverse effects were noted for the resident. Interviews with the involved staff revealed that the error was due to a lack of proper verification and communication. Licensed Practical Nurse #6 admitted to not checking the labels thoroughly and being unaware that the Fentanyl patches were for different residents. The Director of Nursing confirmed that the nurse had been floated to the unit from another area and mistakenly grabbed the wrong patch. The facility's policy on medication administration requires that medications be administered in a safe and timely manner, with the individual administering the medication checking the label three times to verify the correct medication, dosage, time, and route of administration. This protocol was not followed, leading to the significant medication error.
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