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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at East Ohio Regional Hospital Long Term Care during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A resident with a history of cardiac issues and mild cognitive impairment exhibited stroke-like symptoms that were not promptly recognized by the LTC facility staff. Despite signs of altered mental status and lethargy, the staff delayed notifying the physician and failed to conduct thorough assessments. The resident was eventually sent to the hospital too late for effective stroke treatment, leading to hospice care and subsequent passing.
A resident with multiple health conditions experienced increased urinary incontinence due to diuretic therapy, leading to skin impairment. The facility failed to update the care plan to address the increased urination and did not implement timely interventions for the resident's skin condition. Despite ongoing redness and irritation, there were no documented assessments or new interventions, and the facility's urinary incontinence policy was not effectively applied.
A resident was injured when a hospitality aide lost control of her wheelchair, causing her to fall and sustain facial fractures. Another resident, left unsupervised in the bathroom despite being a fall risk, fell and suffered a head injury. Both incidents highlight failures in adhering to safety and fall prevention policies.
The facility failed to appoint a licensed administrator, affecting all 35 residents. During a survey, it was discovered that the identified administrator had left the position, and the facility had not appointed a new one. The DON and SSD were unaware of the departure, and the HR Director was in the process of finding an interim administrator. Facility documents were signed by the COO and HR Director.
The facility failed to ensure antibiotics were initiated only when appropriate, affecting a resident who did not meet the McGeer Criteria for a UTI. Despite awaiting sensitivity results, the resident was prescribed and received Augmentin, contrary to the facility's antibiotic stewardship policy.
Failure to Timely Identify and Respond to Acute Change in Condition
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to timely identify an acute change in condition and seek medical intervention for a resident, resulting in actual harm. The resident, who had a history of myocardial infarction, atrial fibrillation, and transient ischemic attack, exhibited stroke-like symptoms that were not promptly recognized by the nursing staff. On the morning of the incident, the resident was noted to have altered mental status, but the initial response was to obtain a urinalysis for a suspected urinary tract infection. Throughout the day, the resident's condition deteriorated, showing signs of lethargy, inability to answer questions, and difficulty swallowing, yet these symptoms were not adequately addressed. The nursing staff, including RN #502, failed to conduct a thorough assessment or notify the physician of the resident's worsening condition in a timely manner. Despite the resident's lethargy and inability to communicate effectively, the staff did not document any further monitoring or reassessment between the afternoon and late evening. It was not until the night shift, when RN #501 observed significant changes such as flaccidity on the right side and inability to swallow, that the resident was sent to the hospital. By this time, the resident was outside the window for effective stroke treatment. The hospital confirmed the resident had suffered a stroke, and due to the delay in intervention, the family opted for hospice care. The facility's policy on change in condition required prompt notification and documentation of significant changes, which was not adhered to in this case. Interviews with staff revealed a lack of urgency and misinterpretation of the resident's symptoms, contributing to the delay in appropriate medical intervention.
Failure to Address Increased Incontinence and Skin Impairment
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive and individualized plan of care for Resident #14, who experienced an increase in urinary incontinence and subsequent skin impairment. The resident, admitted with diagnoses including cerebral infarction, hemiplegia, type two diabetes mellitus, and peripheral vascular disease, was on diuretic therapy which increased urination. Despite this, the resident's care plan did not address the increased urination or additional personal care needs resulting from the diuretic medication. The resident's skin condition deteriorated, with redness and irritation noted in the perineal and coccyx areas, yet there was no evidence of updated interventions or documentation to address these issues. The facility's records revealed a lack of timely and necessary incontinence care for Resident #14. The resident's care plan included checking and changing disposable briefs every two hours, but this standard approach did not account for the resident's heavy urination due to diuretic use. Despite the presence of skin impairment, there were no documented nursing progress notes or assessments to address the moisture-related skin issues. The facility's policy on urinary incontinence was not effectively implemented, as evidenced by the absence of scheduled toileting or other interventions to manage the resident's incontinence. Interviews with staff, including the Director of Nursing (DON) and Registered Nurses (RNs), confirmed the lack of formal skin assessments and the absence of a wound care team. The DON acknowledged that Resident #14 had skin impairment related to moisture and immobility since admission, yet no additional interventions were considered or implemented beyond the use of Desitin paste. The facility's failure to conduct regular assessments and implement new interventions contributed to the ongoing skin impairment and lack of healing for Resident #14.
Inadequate Supervision and Assistance Result in Resident Falls
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide adequate assistance to Resident #3 during staff-assisted mobility in a wheelchair, resulting in a fall with major injury. Resident #3, who was identified as a fall risk, was being transported outside in her wheelchair by Hospitality Aide (HA) #80. The aide's hand slipped from the wheelchair handle, causing the wheelchair to roll unattended down a slope. The resident attempted to stop the wheelchair with her feet, leading to her being thrust out of the wheelchair and sustaining multiple facial fractures and lacerations. The incident was witnessed by Activity Director (AD) #66, who observed the resident rolling away from the door and falling into a swing. The facility also failed to ensure fall interventions were in place for Resident #4, who was determined to be a fall risk. Resident #4 was left alone in the bathroom by State-tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) #81, despite requiring assistance with toileting. The resident attempted to stand and pull up her pants, resulting in a fall and a hematoma on her head. The resident was confused at the time due to a urinary tract infection and was later diagnosed with COVID-19. The facility's policy required residents to receive adequate supervision and assistance to prevent falls, which was not adhered to in this case. Both incidents highlight the facility's failure to adhere to its policies on resident safety and fall prevention. The improper transport of Resident #3 and the lack of supervision for Resident #4 resulted in significant injuries. The facility's policies, including backing wheelchairs down inclines and providing adequate supervision, were not followed, leading to these deficiencies.
Failure to Appoint Licensed Administrator
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to have a governing body or designated person functioning to appoint a qualified administrator licensed by the State of Ohio, potentially affecting all 35 residents. During the survey's entrance conference, the Director of Nursing (DON) and Social Services Director (SSD) identified Administrator #70 as the licensed nursing home administrator. However, an email sent to Administrator #70 revealed he was no longer in the position, with his last day being 05/15/24. An email from a staffing agency, dated 05/14/24, indicated Administrator #70 could not extend his contract past 05/17/24, which was forwarded to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Human Resources Director (HR Director) by SSD #57. The DON was unaware of Administrator #70's departure and stated she would contact the COO for any issues until a new administrator was appointed. The HR Director confirmed the absence of a licensed administrator and stated he was notified by the staffing agency on 05/14/24 about Administrator #70's last day. The HR Director had not received direct notification from Administrator #70 and had informed the COO. He was in the process of finding an interim administrator. SSD #57, despite forwarding the staffing agency's email, assumed Administrator #70 was still in position during the entrance conference. Facility documents, including the Summary of Complaint form and CMS 671 form, were completed and signed by the COO and HR Director.
Inappropriate Initiation of Antibiotics
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure antibiotics were initiated only when appropriate, as part of their antibiotic stewardship program. This deficiency affected one resident who was admitted with multiple diagnoses including hemiplegia, hemiparesis following a cerebral infarction, dysphagia, weakness, anxiety disorder, and uterovaginal prolapse. On a specific date, the resident was confused and complained of feeling hot, with a recorded temperature of 97.8 degrees Fahrenheit. A urinalysis with culture and sensitivity was ordered, and the results showed the presence of Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Proteus vulgaris group, each with colony-forming units between 50,000 and less than 100,000 per milliliter of urine. Despite awaiting sensitivity results, the resident was prescribed Augmentin for a urinary tract infection and received all 14 doses as ordered. The facility's infection control log and progress notes confirmed the administration of antibiotics. However, the resident's symptoms did not meet the McGeer Criteria for initiating antibiotics, which require specific signs or symptoms and a urine culture with at least one bacterium of greater than or equal to 100,000 CFU/ml. The Infection Preventionist confirmed that the resident's symptoms did not meet these criteria. The facility's policy on the Antibiotic Stewardship Program, which mandates monitoring compliance with evidence-based guidelines for antimicrobial prescribing, was not followed in this case. This deficiency was investigated under Complaint Number OH00153576.
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