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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Kendal On Hudson during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Two residents in an LTC facility were inadequately supervised, leading to safety deficiencies. One resident, with a history of falls, was repeatedly found without required floor mats, while another resident with dementia exited the facility undetected despite having a wander guard. Staff interviews revealed lapses in following care plans and safety protocols.
The facility did not complete the PASARR process for two residents with intellectual disabilities before admission, as their forms lacked the screener ID number. One resident had Alzheimer's/dementia and depression with moderately impaired cognition, while another had Conversion Disorder with seizures, dementia, and delusional disorder with severely impaired cognition. The facility's policy requires PASARR screening prior to admission, and the social worker acknowledged the oversight.
A resident with cognitive impairment and dependency for eating was fed by a companion not certified for hands-on care, contrary to facility policy. Observations during a survey revealed the companion fed the resident without facility staff present, and interviews indicated a lack of oversight and awareness among staff regarding the companion's actions.
A resident with Alzheimer's and muscle weakness was observed multiple times without footrests on their wheelchair, causing their legs to dangle. Staff interviews confirmed the resident was supposed to have footrests for safety and comfort, but they were not consistently used, leading to a deficiency in care.
A resident with chronic conditions was not provided with prescribed adaptive eating utensils during meals, leading to difficulty in eating. Despite a physician's order for built-up utensils, observations showed the resident without them on multiple occasions. Staff interviews revealed a communication breakdown, with the Certified Nurse Aide assuming utensils came from the kitchen and the Certified Dietary Manager unaware of the order.
A recertification survey identified deficiencies in food storage practices at the facility. Expired food items, unlabeled leftovers, and dented cans were found in the kitchen. The sous-chef and Dining Service Director acknowledged that these items should have been removed to ensure food safety.
Deficiencies in Accident Prevention and Supervision
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure adequate supervision and a safe environment for two residents, leading to deficiencies in accident prevention. Resident #18, who had a history of falls and major injuries, was observed multiple times without the required floor mats on either side of their bed, as specified in their care plan. Despite the facility's policy to use floor mats for residents at risk of falls, the mats were found folded behind a chair or on the wall, and the bed was in the highest position, contrary to safety protocols. Interviews with staff and the resident's son confirmed the absence of floor mats and the need for them due to the resident's fall history. Resident #74, diagnosed with dementia and exhibiting exit-seeking behavior, was able to leave the facility undetected, despite being on 15-minute checks and having a functional wander guard. The resident followed visitors out of the building and was found in a nearby hospital parking lot. The care plan for this resident included the use of a wander guard and regular monitoring to prevent elopement, but the alarm was not activated at the time of the incident. Staff interviews revealed a lack of awareness and documentation regarding the resident's increased exit-seeking behavior and the implementation of 15-minute checks. These incidents highlight the facility's failure to adhere to established safety protocols and care plans, resulting in residents being exposed to accident hazards and inadequate supervision. The lack of proper implementation and monitoring of safety measures, such as floor mats and wander guards, contributed to the deficiencies observed during the survey.
Incomplete PASARR Screening for Two Residents
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The facility failed to ensure that the Pre-Admission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) process was fully completed for two residents identified with intellectual disabilities prior to their admission. Specifically, the PASARR forms for these residents, dated in February 2024, were missing the screener identification number, which is a required component of the screening process. Resident #5 was admitted with diagnoses of Alzheimer's/dementia and depression, and had moderately impaired cognition as documented in the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated March 2024. Resident #14 was admitted with diagnoses of Conversion Disorder with seizures, dementia, and delusional disorder, and had severely impaired cognition as noted in the MDS. The facility's policy mandates that all residents must have a PASARR screen prior to admission, and the social worker acknowledged the oversight during an interview conducted on May 6, 2024.
Failure to Provide Adequate Assistance with Eating
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The facility failed to ensure that a resident who was unable to perform activities of daily living received the necessary assistance for eating. Resident #1, who had diagnoses including osteoporosis, non-Alzheimer dementia, and anxiety, required staff assistance for eating as documented in their care plan. However, during the recertification survey, it was observed on two occasions that a companion, who was not certified to provide hands-on care, was feeding the resident without the presence of facility staff. The facility's policy stated that companions could assist with mealtime setup but were not permitted to provide personal care without proper certification. Interviews with facility staff revealed a lack of awareness and oversight regarding the companion's actions. Staff #1, the companion, admitted to feeding the resident when facility staff were unavailable, despite not receiving training from the facility. The Registered Nurse Manager and the former Director of Nursing confirmed that companions were not supposed to feed residents and that there was a system issue in identifying the credentials of agency staff. This deficiency highlights a failure in the facility's system to ensure that residents receive appropriate care from qualified personnel.
Failure to Ensure Proper Wheelchair Positioning
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The facility failed to ensure that Resident #19 received appropriate treatment and care in accordance with professional standards of practice, specifically regarding wheelchair positioning. Resident #19, who was admitted with diagnoses including Alzheimer's disease, anxiety disorder, hypothyroidism, and muscle weakness, required a wheelchair for mobility. Observations during the survey revealed that the resident was frequently seen sitting in a wheelchair without footrests, causing their legs to dangle. This was contrary to the facility's policy, which mandates functional, safe, and comfortable wheelchair positioning for all residents. Interviews with staff members, including a certified nurse aide, a registered nurse unit manager, an occupational therapist, and the Director of Rehabilitation, confirmed that Resident #19 was supposed to have footrests on their wheelchair for safety and comfort. The staff acknowledged the oversight, with one aide admitting to rushing and not attaching the footrests. The occupational therapist noted that all wheelchairs were equipped with leg rests and should be used unless an evaluation determined otherwise. The Director of Rehabilitation emphasized the importance of documenting and communicating any changes in residents' activities of daily living. Despite these expectations, the facility failed to ensure the proper use of footrests for Resident #19, leading to the deficiency noted in the survey.
Failure to Provide Adaptive Eating Utensils
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The facility failed to provide special eating equipment and utensils for a resident who required them, as per a physician's order. Resident #9, who had diagnoses including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lymphedema, and unspecified hearing loss, was observed multiple times without the necessary built-up utensils during meals. The physician's order dated November 13, 2023, specified the use of a 3-compartment plate and built-up utensils with all meals. However, during observations on April 30, May 1, and May 2, 2024, the resident was not provided with the required utensils, leading to difficulty in eating and spilling food. It was only on May 3, 2024, that the resident was observed using the built-up utensils and successfully consuming their meal. Interviews with staff revealed a breakdown in communication and process. Staff #3, a Certified Nurse Aide, mentioned that the resident had used built-up utensils in the past but had not received them recently, assuming they should come from the kitchen. Staff #4, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, confirmed that they had recommended the utensils and provided them to the kitchen, but was unaware of their current status. The Director of Nursing stated that orders should be communicated to the interdisciplinary team to ensure implementation, while Staff #5, the Certified Dietary Manager, indicated they had not received the order for the utensils. This lack of communication and process adherence resulted in the resident not receiving the necessary adaptive equipment as prescribed.
Deficiencies in Food Storage Practices
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Summary
During a recertification survey, the facility was found to have deficiencies in food storage practices that did not align with professional standards for food safety. Observations and interviews conducted during the kitchen tour revealed several issues: multiple food items, including country mustard, dill weed, and Coleman's mustard, were found with expired dates. Additionally, a white pepper container and arrowroot were missing opened and expiration dates. There were also two dented cans of black beans and a sliced cake in the freezer that was improperly labeled. The sous-chef acknowledged that expired goods should have been discarded and that the cake was incorrectly labeled. The Dining Service Director confirmed that expired products and dented cans should have been removed from inventory to ensure food safety.
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