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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Wesley Health Care Center Inc during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to maintain an effective infection control program, resulting in a COVID-19 outbreak affecting 174 residents and 100 staff. COVID-negative residents were left with positive roommates, and isolation measures were inadequate, with open doors and contaminated equipment. Staff did not adhere to CDC guidelines, contributing to the outbreak.
The facility did not maintain food service safety standards in resident unit kitchenettes, with unclean surfaces and improperly labeled food items. Observations showed dirt and grime on machines and refrigerators, and open containers without dates. Interviews revealed unclear cleaning responsibilities between kitchen and housekeeping staff.
Two residents experienced a lack of dignity and timely assistance in an LTC facility. One resident, with chronic kidney disease, was left to soil themselves due to delayed staff response to call lights, causing embarrassment. Another resident, with dysphagia and cognitive impairment, was not assisted with meals in a dignified manner, as staff engaged in conversations instead of focusing on residents. Staff acknowledged these issues as dignity concerns.
A resident was admitted to the facility without a completed Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR), as required. The resident, who had prostate cancer with bone metastasis and difficulty walking, was admitted through hospice, but the necessary documentation was not provided. The facility's Admissions Coordinator was unaware of the missing PASARR until it was requested during a survey.
A resident's Comprehensive Care Plan for Respiratory Therapy was not updated to reflect their current status, as they were not using oxygen despite having an order for continuous therapy. Observations showed the resident was not on oxygen, and interviews revealed they felt it was unnecessary. Staff inaccurately documented oxygen use, and discussions to discontinue it had not led to care plan updates.
A resident with dementia, anxiety, and major depressive disorder was not provided with activities that met her preferences and cognitive abilities. Observations showed the resident was often left without assistance or engagement, such as being tucked under a dining room table with food spilled on her lap and no staff around to help, or sitting in a wheelchair in the hallway without any interaction, tearful, and calling out for help. Interviews with staff indicated a lack of adequate support for the resident's activity needs, with a registered nurse mentioning being alone on the floor and unable to provide assistance.
The facility failed to provide necessary respiratory care for three residents, as oxygen tubing was not properly dated and labeled, and one resident did not receive oxygen as ordered. Observations and interviews revealed inconsistencies in the documentation and administration of oxygen therapy, contrary to facility policy.
A resident with a history of serious medical conditions was not receiving prescribed continuous oxygen therapy, despite documentation indicating regular use. Observations showed the resident without oxygen, and interviews confirmed the resident had not used it for several days. A nurse acknowledged the discrepancy in documentation and mentioned discussions about discontinuing the oxygen, but no changes were made to the physician's order.
Inadequate Infection Control Leads to COVID-19 Outbreak
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Summary
The facility failed to establish and maintain an effective infection prevention and control program, leading to a significant outbreak of COVID-19. The outbreak began on July 11, 2024, and continued through the survey period, affecting 174 residents and 100 staff members. The facility did not adhere to its own infection control policies, as COVID-negative residents were left in the same rooms as COVID-positive roommates, resulting in the transmission of the virus to previously negative residents. Specific cases included Resident #627, who became COVID-positive after being left in the room with Resident #266, and similar situations occurred with Resident #73 and Resident #55. The facility also failed to implement proper isolation measures for COVID-positive residents. Observations revealed that doors to rooms with COVID-positive residents were left open, with only a plastic barricade in place, contrary to the facility's policy of keeping doors closed. This lack of proper isolation increased the risk of virus transmission within the facility. Additionally, mechanical lifts used in the facility were found to be contaminated and not properly cleaned, further compromising infection control efforts. Interviews with the Infection Preventionist and other staff members highlighted a lack of awareness and adherence to CDC guidelines. The Infection Preventionist admitted to not changing N-95 masks after caring for COVID-positive residents, contrary to CDC recommendations. Furthermore, there was a lack of proper signage and communication regarding transmission-based precautions, and staff were observed not wearing masks correctly. These deficiencies in infection control practices contributed to the widespread outbreak and transmission of COVID-19 within the facility.
Deficiency in Food Service Safety Standards
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that food was stored, prepared, distributed, or served in accordance with professional standards for food service safety in all eight resident unit kitchenettes. Observations during the recertification survey revealed that the kitchenettes were not clean, with food particles found on various surfaces such as toaster catch trays, counters, and microwave shelving units. Additionally, the juice and coffee machines, as well as the tops and seals of refrigerators and freezers, were covered with dirt and grime. Open containers of milk, cranberry juice, prune juice, and blueberries were found in refrigerators without open dates, and a plate of food was not labeled or covered. Interviews with the Nutritional Services Manager and the Director of Environmental Services highlighted a lack of clarity regarding cleaning responsibilities. The Nutritional Services Manager indicated that kitchenette food service staff were responsible for daily cleaning and signing off on logs, with weekly deep cleaning and audits. However, there was uncertainty about whether the kitchen staff or housekeeping staff were responsible for cleaning the tops of machines. The Director of Environmental Services believed that the kitchen staff were responsible for cleaning the tops of machines and refrigerators, indicating a need for coordination between departments to ensure regular cleaning.
Failure to Maintain Resident Dignity and Timely Assistance
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that residents were treated with respect and dignity, as evidenced by the experiences of two residents. Resident #6, who has chronic kidney disease and requires significant assistance with activities of daily living, reported being left to soil themselves due to staff not responding to call lights in a timely manner. This resident expressed feelings of humiliation and embarrassment, as they were often left without assistance for extended periods, sometimes resulting in soiling themselves to the point where urine reached their belly area. An observation confirmed that the call light for Resident #6's room was not answered for 27 minutes. Resident #33, who has dysphagia and severe cognitive impairment, was not assisted with their meal in a dignified manner. During a meal observation, staff were seen engaging in conversations with each other rather than focusing on the residents they were assisting. Resident #33 was observed chewing on their clothing protector, and other residents were seen reaching for food while staff were distracted. Interviews with staff, including a Certified Nurse Aide and a Licensed Practical Nurse, acknowledged that the lack of attention during meal assistance was a dignity issue for the residents.
Missing PASARR for Resident Prior to Admission
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that a Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) was completed for a resident prior to their admission. This deficiency was identified during a recertification survey, where it was found that there was no documentation of a PASARR being conducted for a resident who was admitted with diagnoses of malignant neoplasm of the prostate, secondary malignant neoplasm of bone, and difficulty walking. The resident was noted to be somewhat cognitively impaired according to the Minimum Data Set assessment. The deficiency was further highlighted during interviews with the facility's Admissions Coordinator, who acknowledged the absence of the PASARR and attributed it to an oversight. The resident was admitted through hospice from home, and the hospice admission personnel were responsible for sending the PASARR, which was never received. The Admissions Coordinator was unaware of the missing documentation until it was requested by the survey team, and efforts to retrieve it from the hospice team were unsuccessful.
Failure to Update Respiratory Care Plan
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that Comprehensive Care Plans were reviewed and revised in response to changes in a resident's condition. Specifically, for Resident #68, the care plan for Respiratory Therapy was not updated to reflect the resident's current respiratory status, as the resident was not using oxygen despite having an order for continuous oxygen therapy at 2 liters per minute via nasal cannula. Observations on multiple occasions revealed that the resident was not receiving oxygen, and the oxygen equipment was not in use, contrary to the documented orders and care plan. Interviews with Resident #68 indicated that they only used oxygen at night and felt they did not require it during the day, as they had no breathing issues. The resident reported not using the portable oxygen tank and had not been on oxygen for several days. A registered nurse confirmed that the resident had an order for oxygen but rarely used it, and the staff had been inaccurately documenting that the resident was on oxygen. The nurse also mentioned discussions about discontinuing the oxygen, but no changes had been made to the care plan or physician orders.
Failure to Provide Adequate Activities for Resident
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Summary
The facility failed to provide an ongoing program of activities that met the interests and cognitive abilities of Resident #80, who was diagnosed with dementia, anxiety, and major depressive disorder. The resident was severely cognitively impaired, as documented in the Minimum Data Set, and required assistance with all activities of daily living. However, the Comprehensive Care Plan lacked documentation of any activity preferences for the resident. Observations revealed that Resident #80 was often left without assistance or engagement, such as being tucked under a dining room table with food spilled on her lap and no staff around to help, or sitting in a wheelchair in the hallway without any interaction, tearful, and calling out for help. Interviews with staff indicated a lack of adequate support for Resident #80's activity needs. A registered nurse mentioned being alone on the floor and unable to provide assistance, while the Director of Nurses acknowledged that life enrichment should provide activities for all residents. The Life Enrichment director noted that the staff member assigned to the resident's floor was out sick, which may have contributed to the lack of activities provided. These observations and interviews highlight the facility's failure to ensure that Resident #80 received activities that supported her physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, as required by the facility's policy and regulations.
Deficiencies in Oxygen Administration and Documentation
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that residents received necessary respiratory care and services in accordance with professional standards of practice. Specifically, for three residents reviewed for oxygen administration, the supplemental oxygen tubing was not dated and labeled to reflect when the tubing was changed. Additionally, supplemental oxygen was not provided as ordered by the physician for one resident. These deficiencies were identified during observations, record reviews, and interviews conducted during the recertification survey. Resident #49, who was admitted with chronic respiratory failure and dependence on supplemental oxygen, was observed receiving oxygen therapy without proper documentation of tubing changes. The Treatment Administration Record indicated that the tubing was to be changed weekly, but there was no documentation of changes on specific dates. Interviews with nursing staff revealed inconsistencies in the labeling and documentation of oxygen tubing changes, which were supposed to occur during the night shift. Resident #53, with diagnoses of chronic respiratory failure and heart failure, also received oxygen therapy without proper labeling of the tubing. Observations showed that the tubing was not dated on multiple occasions, and interviews with nursing staff confirmed that the tubing should have been labeled according to facility policy. Resident #68, who had an order for continuous oxygen therapy, was not receiving oxygen as prescribed. The resident reported not using oxygen much since admission, and staff confirmed that the resident's oxygen saturation levels were above 95%, yet documentation inaccurately reflected that the resident was on oxygen therapy.
Failure to Maintain Accurate Medical Records for Oxygen Therapy
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain medical records in accordance with accepted professional standards for a resident who was prescribed continuous oxygen therapy. The resident, who had a history of sepsis, rhabdomyolysis, and paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, was observed multiple times without receiving the prescribed oxygen therapy. Despite the physician's order for continuous oxygen at 2 liters per minute via nasal cannula, observations on several occasions revealed that the resident was not using the oxygen, and the equipment was either disconnected or unplugged. The Treatment Administration Record inaccurately documented that staff verified the resident's oxygen use every four hours, although the resident reported not using the oxygen regularly and only wearing it at night. Interviews with the resident and a registered nurse confirmed that the resident had not been on oxygen for several days, and the nurse acknowledged that the documentation should have reflected the resident's actual oxygen use. The nurse also mentioned discussions about discontinuing the oxygen, but no changes had been made to the physician's order.
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