Lost Creek Rehabilitation And Nursing Center

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

A resident with multiple medical conditions, including a recent femur fracture, peripheral vascular disease, and muscle weakness, was admitted and required the use of a knee brace. Physician orders and the care plan indicated the need for skin assessments, monitoring for redness or open areas, and interventions to prevent skin breakdown, especially given the resident's risk factors. Despite these orders, there was no documented evidence that the facility staff consistently removed the brace and checked the skin under and around the device on a daily basis. The resident developed a skin tear on the right calf, which was initially treated with Steristrips and kerlix. Over the following days, the area worsened, becoming open and bleeding, and was later found to be a deep tissue injury that progressed to a stage four pressure ulcer. The wound was attributed to pressure from the knee brace, specifically where the dial of the brace contacted the skin. The wound ultimately required two surgical debridements and ongoing wound care. Interviews with the DON and ADON confirmed that the wound was caused by the brace and that additional padding could have been used to prevent pressure, but this was not done. Review of the facility's documentation and staff interviews revealed a lack of consistent monitoring and documentation regarding removal of the brace and assessment of the skin beneath it. The facility failed to follow best practices for prevention of medical device-related pressure injuries, such as daily inspection of the skin under devices and appropriate cushioning. This failure resulted in actual harm to the resident, who developed a severe pressure injury requiring extensive medical intervention.

Plan Of Correction

F 0686 Lost Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center wishes to have this plan of correction submitted as our written allegation of compliance. Preparation and/or execution of this plan of correction does not constitute an admission to nor agreement with, either the existence of, or the scope and severity of, any of the cited deficiencies or conclusions set forth in the statements of deficiencies. This plan is prepared and/or executed to ensure continuing compliance with regulatory requirements. Our alleged date of compliance is 6/27/25. F 0686 Treatment/Services to Prevent/Heal Pressure Ulcer: Resident #9 skin check was completed on 6/23/25 by the Director of Nursing, and no new skin areas of concern were noted. The wound is now improving, currently classified as stage IV, with wound doctor visits weekly. An initial audit was conducted on all residents with braces/splints on 6/23/25 by the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing, and no skin issues or areas of concern were noted. An audit was conducted to ensure daily skin checks were listed as a treatment on the TAR by the Director of Nursing on 6/23/25. All clinical staff were educated on the importance of removing any and all braces and/or splints with daily skin checks and performing complete skin checks with hygiene and bathing on 6/23/25 by the Director of Nursing. Education also included daily documentation of braces and/or splints removal and skin checks daily in a progress note and/or TAR. The Director of Nursing will conduct an audit 3 times per week for 4 weeks to observe all residents with splints and/or braces to ensure daily skin checks are being completed. The Director of Nursing will observe brace removal and review nursing documentation (progress notes and/or the TAR) to ensure it is being completed daily. Any unusual findings will be forwarded to the QAPI committee for prompt resolution. The Director of Nursing will monitor this area for compliance on an ongoing basis.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to ensure that Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) received the required 12 hours of in-service training annually, as mandated by federal regulations. During a review of employee files, it was found that two CNAs did not complete the annual in-service training hours. Specifically, the education files for these CNAs did not contain documentation showing completion of the required training for the relevant years. An interview with the staff member responsible for medical records confirmed that there was no documentation available to verify that the two CNAs had completed the 12-hour in-service requirement for the specified years. This deficiency was identified through a review of three CNA files, with two found to be non-compliant, potentially affecting all residents in the facility, which had a census of 39 at the time.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: F 0947 All nurse aides (#510 and #519) identified during the survey who had not completed the required 12 hours of in-service training for calendar year 2025 were immediately scheduled for and have now completed the missing training, including dementia care and abuse prevention modules. A facility-wide audit of all nurse aide training records for the past 12 months was conducted to identify any additional staff who were out of compliance with the annual in-service requirements. Any additional deficiencies found have been corrected as of 6/25/25. The administrator provided training to the HR director on 6/16/25 regarding requirements of CNAs to complete 12 CEUs annually. HR or designee will audit monthly for the next 3 months. Results of the audit will be provided to the QAPI committee for review and recommendation.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to ensure that quarterly care conferences were held in a timely manner and that the required interdisciplinary team (IDT), residents, and their families or representatives were included in the process. Multiple residents with varying diagnoses, including cognitive impairment, mental health disorders, and chronic medical conditions, were affected. Documentation revealed that care conferences were either not held at the required intervals, not attended by the full IDT, or did not include the resident and/or their representative, as required by regulation and facility policy. For several residents, care conferences were documented as occurring, but interviews with the residents and their families indicated they were not aware of or did not recall being invited to or participating in these meetings. In some cases, there was no documentation that residents or their families were invited, and no input or concerns from them were recorded. For one resident, no care conferences had been held since admission, and both the resident and their spouse confirmed they had never participated in such a meeting. Staff interviews confirmed that care conferences were sometimes held without the required nursing or aide staff, and that invitations to residents and families were not consistently documented or provided with adequate notice. The facility's policy required a seven-day advance notice for care conferences, with documentation of the date, time, method of contact, and input from the resident or representative if they could not attend. However, staff acknowledged that this process was not consistently followed, and that care conferences were often scheduled based on staff availability rather than resident or family participation. As a result, the facility did not meet regulatory requirements for timely, inclusive, and interdisciplinary care planning.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: F 0657 Care conferences were held with residents / sponsors for the following residents #10, #16, #35, #5, and #6 on or before 6/25/25. Social services or designee will review all current resident records by 6/25/25 to ensure that quarterly care conferences have been completed timely. If a care conference did not occur, one will be held by 6/25/25. The administrator provided education to the social services designee on 6/17/25 regarding the timely completion of quarterly care conferences, quarterly completion, and the requirement for IDT, resident, and sponsor involvement. The administrator or designee will audit 3 resident charts for the completion of timely care conferences weekly for 4 weeks to ensure timely completion and involvement of the resident, sponsor, and IDT. Results of the audit will be reviewed by the QAPI committee for further recommendations.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

Surveyors identified that the facility failed to ensure call lights were within reach for two residents, both of whom were care planned as being at risk for falls. For one resident with severe cognitive impairment and multiple diagnoses including dementia with agitation and paranoid schizophrenia, the call light was observed hooked to the privacy curtain and out of reach while the resident was lying in bed. The activity director confirmed that the resident uses the call light and verified it was not accessible at the time of observation. The resident's care plan specifically required that the call light be within reach and that the resident be encouraged to use it for assistance. For another resident, who was cognitively intact and had diagnoses including Parkinson's disease, muscle weakness, and difficulty walking, the call light was found lying on the bed and out of reach while the resident was sitting in a chair and expressing a need to use the bathroom. The activity director again confirmed the call light was not accessible. Facility policy required that call lights be within easy reach of residents when in bed or confined to a chair, but this was not followed in these instances.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to ensure that both the hard chart and the electronic medical record contained consistent and correct advance directive information for a resident. Specifically, the physician orders indicated the resident was a full code, while the hard chart documented the resident as Do Not Resuscitate Comfort Care Arrest (DNR CCA), and the care plan also reflected DNR CCA status. The Director of Nursing confirmed this discrepancy during an interview, verifying that the physician order was for full code, but the hard chart had a DNR CCA form signed by the physician. The resident involved was admitted with diagnoses including Parkinson's disease, muscle weakness, hypertension, other specified forms of tremor, and thrombocytopenia. The resident was assessed as cognitively intact, with a BIMS score of 15. Facility policy required that information about whether a resident has executed an advance directive be displayed prominently in the medical record, but this was not consistently done in this case, resulting in conflicting documentation regarding the resident's code status.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to provide required discharge and transfer notifications to residents, their representatives, and the Ombudsman for two residents. In the first case, a resident with diagnoses including diabetes type two, paraplegia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pain, and schizoid personality disorder was admitted to the facility and later transferred to the hospital following a change in condition and declining vital signs. Documentation showed the resident was transferred via emergency squad, but there was no evidence of a transfer summary or notification sent to the hospital, the resident, the resident's representative, or the Ombudsman during the relevant period. In the second case, another resident with a history of complications post femur fracture surgery, depression, and myeloma was admitted and subsequently discharged to the hospital after a syncopal episode and possible urinary tract infection. The transfer occurred after the resident was seen by an outside physician. Review of the medical records revealed no documentation of discharge or transfer notification to the resident, the resident's representative, or the Ombudsman. Interviews with facility staff, including a Managed Care Provider and the Administrator, confirmed that the required notifications and summaries were not completed or documented for either resident. The findings indicate that the facility did not meet regulatory requirements for communication and documentation during resident transfers and discharges.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: F 0628 Facility has provided resident #28 and #42 with transfer notices, as well as updated transfer log and sent to ombudsman. Administrator reviewed all transfer/discharges from 5/1/25 through 5/30/25 for corresponding notice of transfer/discharge. Administrator or designee will review discharged patients for the last 30 days to ensure they received a transfer/discharge notice. If they did not receive a notice, they will be issued one, this will occur on or before 6/25/25. Administrator provided education to social service designee on transfer/discharge notice requirements on 6/17/25. Administrator or designee will audit 3 discharge residents weekly x4 weeks to ensure proper notice of transfer/discharge. Results of audits will be reviewed by the QAPI committee for further recommendations.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to ensure that the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) was completed accurately for a resident with multiple psychiatric diagnoses. The resident was admitted with a history of bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, visual and auditory hallucinations, cognitive communication deficit, inadequate social skills, anxiety, and adult antisocial behavior. Despite these diagnoses and the use of several psychotropic medications, the PASARR completed for the resident only listed mood disorders and panic or other severe anxiety disorders, omitting other relevant diagnoses and all psychotropic medications. A review of the resident's Minimum Data Set (MDS) indicated the resident was cognitively intact, and current physician orders included multiple psychotropic medications for the management of their psychiatric conditions. During an interview, the Managed Care Coordinator confirmed that the PASARR did not include any psychotropic medications or additional diagnoses beyond mood disorder and panic or other severe anxiety disorders. The facility's policy requires coordination with the PASARR program to ensure accurate assessment and care planning for individuals with mental disorders, intellectual disabilities, or related conditions, but this was not followed in this case.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: F 0644 The facility will ensure the PASARR is completed accurately. PASARR for resident #10 has been updated by social service designee to include all diagnoses and antipsychotic medications. Social services or designee will complete a whole house audit to determine if PASARR is accurate by 6/25/25. Administrator will provide social service designee with education regarding PASARR process on 6/17/25. Administrator or designee will audit 3 PASARRs weekly for 4 weeks. Audit results will be reviewed by the QAPI committee for further recommendations.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to implement a baseline care plan that included all care concerns present at the time of admission for one resident. The resident was admitted with multiple significant diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with exacerbation, chronic ischemic heart disease, bacteremia, heart failure, chronic kidney disease stage four, atrial fibrillation, and obstructive sleep apnea. Upon admission, the resident had active physician orders for intravenous antibiotics (ampicillin sodium and ceftriaxone) to treat an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) infection, required the use of a wearable cardioverter defibrillator (life vest) with specific battery and placement checks, and had a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line with associated care instructions. A review of the baseline care plan dated the day of admission revealed that it did not address the PICC line, life vest, infection, or the administration of antibiotics, all of which were present and required care from the time of admission. The Director of Nursing confirmed in an interview that these care needs were present on admission and should have been included in the baseline care plan, but were not.

Plan Of Correction

F-0655 Baseline Care Plan Resident #96 Baseline care plan did not include instructions to provide effective and person-centered care on 6/10/25 by the Director of Nursing. An initial audit was conducted on all new residents on 6/10/25 by the Director of Nursing and all Baseline Care Plans were completed. All clinical staff were educated on 6/10/25 on baseline care plans needing to be completed on admission by the Director of Nursing. The Director of Nursing or Designee will conduct an audit on all new Residents for 4 weeks to ensure Baseline Care Plans reflect all minimum healthcare information needed to provide effective person-centered care. Any unusual findings will be forwarded to the QAPI committee for prompt resolution. The Director of Nursing will monitor this area for compliance on an ongoing basis.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

Surveyors found that the facility failed to ensure residents had the mental capacity to sign arbitration agreements and did not adequately explain these agreements in a manner or language the residents could understand. In one case, a resident with a BIMS score indicating severe cognitive impairment signed an arbitration agreement, despite the expectation that a power of attorney should have been involved. Interviews confirmed that the resident did not recall signing the agreement or understand its purpose. Another resident, who was cognitively intact according to their BIMS score, signed an arbitration agreement but could not recall if the agreement was explained or if they had signed it. This resident also did not understand what an arbitration agreement was. A third resident, also cognitively intact, misunderstood the arbitration process, believing it involved a judge and a court, and was unsure if they had signed such an agreement upon admission. Staff interviews revealed inconsistent practices in explaining arbitration agreements. The administrator stated that residents were told they did not have to sign if they did not understand, but typically had residents read the agreement themselves rather than providing a thorough explanation. The previous admissions director described explaining the voluntary nature of the agreement and the option to seek legal counsel, but would only involve a responsible party if the resident did not understand. The regional director confirmed that a resident with severe cognitive impairment should not have signed the agreement without the power of attorney.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: F 0847 Administrator or designee will review and explain the arbitration agreement to residents and/or sponsors of #9, #25, and #31 by 6/20/25. The administrator or designee will review the arbitration agreement log with identified residents to ensure choice and understanding by 6/20/25. RDO provided education to administrator on arbitration requirements on 6/5/25. Three new admissions will be audited weekly x4 weeks to ensure understanding and choice in regards to signing arbitration agreements. Results of audit will be provided to QAPI committee for review and recommendations.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

Surveyors identified deficiencies in the facility's infection prevention and control practices during care provided to two residents. For one resident with impaired cognition and a feeding tube, an LPN prepared for tube feeding care by donning a gown and gloves but failed to sanitize hands before applying gloves. Throughout the procedure, the LPN did not change gloves or perform hand hygiene at appropriate intervals, including after handling potentially contaminated items and before applying a new bandage. The LPN only changed gloves once, without hand hygiene between glove changes, and later confirmed that protocol required more frequent handwashing and glove changes, which were not followed. For another resident with multiple medical conditions and a wound on the right upper lateral calf, an RN performed wound care with a nursing student present. The RN followed some hand hygiene steps, such as washing hands and changing gloves at certain points, but failed to sanitize or change gloves after touching the box of dressings and before placing the dressing into the wound bed. Additionally, scissors used to cut the dressing were taken from the student nurse's pocket and were not sanitized before use. The RN acknowledged these lapses during an interview, confirming that the scissors were not cleaned and that gloves were not changed or hands washed before handling the wound dressing. These observations demonstrate that the facility did not consistently ensure proper hand hygiene, glove use, and equipment cleansing during resident care, as required by infection prevention and control protocols. The lapses were directly observed by surveyors and confirmed by staff interviews, affecting two residents reviewed for infection control practices.

Plan Of Correction

F 0880 Lost Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center wishes to have this plan of correction submitted as our written allegation of compliance. Preparation and/or execution of this plan of correction does not constitute an admission to nor agreement with, either the existence of, or the scope and severity of, any of the cited deficiencies or conclusions set forth in the statements of deficiencies. This plan is prepared and/or executed to ensure continuing compliance with regulatory requirements. Our alleged date of compliance is 6/27/25. F 0880 Infection Prevention & Control Resident #23 & #9 dressing changes were monitored by the Director of Nursing on 6/12/25, and all infection control standards were followed. An initial audit was conducted on all residents with wounds on 6/13/25 by the Director of Nursing and all infection control standards were met. All clinical staff were educated on infection prevention and control on 6/11/25 by the Director of Nursing, including handwashing and EBP precautions. The Director of Nursing or Designee will conduct an audit with staff 3x a week x 4 weeks to watch dressing changes. Any unusual findings will be forwarded to the QAPI committee for prompt resolution. The Director of Nursing will monitor this area for compliance on an ongoing basis.

Penalty

Inspection fine: $34,894

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to ensure that the results of the most recent survey were visibly posted and easily accessible to residents, family members, and legal representatives. During an observation in the front lobby, surveyors noted that three black letter holders were present on the wall between the business office and admissions office, containing a binder with a small label indicating 'survey results.' However, the binder was not easily identifiable as containing survey results unless someone was in close proximity to it, and there was no signage observed to indicate where the binder was located. An interview with the Administrator confirmed that there was no signage in the lobby or common area to direct individuals to the location of the survey results. This lack of visible posting and signage had the potential to affect all residents in the facility, as it did not comply with the requirement to make survey results readily accessible and to post notice of their availability in prominent and accessible areas. The facility census at the time was 39 residents. No specific residents or medical histories were mentioned in relation to this deficiency.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: F 0577 Facility will ensure there is a visible posting on where to locate the survey results. Posting was placed on 6/10/25 in a prominent location adjacent to the business office. No other required postings were identified as missing. Licensed administrator was educated on requirements of F0577 by RDO on 6/05/25. Administrator or designee will audit one time a week x4 weeks to ensure signage is in place. Audit results will be reported to QAPI committee for review and recommendations. F 0578 Lost Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center wishes to have this plan of correction submitted as our written allegation of compliance. Preparation and/or execution of this plan of correction does not constitute admission to nor agreement with, either the existence of, or the scope and severity of, any of the cited deficiencies or conclusions set forth in the statements of deficiencies. This plan is prepared and/or executed to ensure continuing compliance with regulatory requirements. Our alleged date of compliance is 6/27/25. F 0578 Request/Refuse/Dscntnue Tmnt; Formite Adv Dir Resident #27 code status was checked on 6/10/25 at 0900 by the Director of Nursing, and code status matched in hard chart and PCC. An initial audit was conducted on all residents on 6/11/25 by the Director of Nursing and all resident code status hard chart and electronic chart matched. All clinical staff were educated on checking code status on admission and with any code status change to ensure accuracy from hard chart to electronic chart on 6/11/25 by the Director of Nursing. The Director of Nursing or Designee will conduct an audit on all Residents initially and 2x weekly for any changes. Director of Nursing will also audit new admits and any return from hospital day of return or following day for any changes. Any unusual findings will be forwarded to the QAPI committee for prompt resolution. The Director of Nursing will monitor this area for compliance on an ongoing basis.

Penalty

No penalty information released

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to maintain emergency lighting in accordance with NFPA 101-2012 requirements. A review of the life safety documentation revealed that while twenty-three emergency lights were listed as "OK" on the emergency lighting log, the records did not indicate the duration of the monthly tests. Additionally, the section of the log designated for the required annual 90-minute test was not utilized. During an interview, the Regional Maintenance Director confirmed that the maintenance director was likely unaware of the specific testing requirements. This deficiency had the potential to affect 39 residents. The report also notes a failure to maintain cooking facilities in compliance with NFPA 101-2012 and related standards. The facility did not meet the requirements for protecting cooking equipment as outlined in the relevant NFPA codes. The observations and staff interviews indicated that the necessary fire protection and ventilation controls for cooking operations were not properly maintained, as required by the standards cited.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: K 0291 On 6/20/25, all 23 emergency lights were tested and found to be functional. All emergency lights will be appropriately tested and documented by the maintenance director or designee monthly. The administrator provided the maintenance director with education regarding emergency lighting requirements on 6/16/25. The maintenance director or designee will submit the emergency lighting log to the QAPI committee for review and recommendation for the next 3 months.

Penalty

No penalty information released

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

During a facility tour, surveyors observed a natural gas six-burner/griddle stove on wheels in the kitchen that was not equipped with chock devices to ensure proper alignment with the fire suppression system nozzles when the appliance was moved for cleaning or service. The absence of these chock devices meant that the required protection by the suppression system could not be guaranteed if the stove was not returned to its designated position after being moved. Additionally, the movable stove was not provided with a chain or restraint to prevent overextension of the gas line, as required by relevant NFPA standards. This lack of a restraining device could allow the gas line to be stretched or damaged during movement, which is not in compliance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and applicable codes. These deficiencies were confirmed through interviews with the Regional Maintenance Director and the Maintenance Director at the time of observation. The findings indicated that the facility failed to maintain its cooking facilities in accordance with multiple sections of NFPA 101, NFPA 54, NFPA 96, and NFPA 17A, potentially affecting all 39 residents in the facility.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: K 0324 The natural gas 6 burner griddle stove has been equipped with both chock devices and restraint to prevent over extension of gas line as of 6/20/25. There are no other natural gas moveable stoves in the facility. The administrator provided education to maintenance director on 6/16/25 regarding requirements NFPA 101 cooking facilities. The maintenance director or designee will audit the natural gas 6 burner griddle stove to ensure proper equipment and restraint weekly for the next 4 weeks. Results of the audit will be submitted to the QAPI committee for review and recommendations.

Penalty

No penalty information released

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

During a facility tour, surveyors observed that the designated smoking area in the courtyard gazebo did not have metal containers with self-closing cover devices available for emptying ashtrays. This observation was confirmed in interviews with the Regional Maintenance Director and the Maintenance Director at the time of the survey. The absence of these containers is a violation of NFPA 101-2012 Edition, Section 19.7.4, which requires that such containers be readily available in all areas where smoking is permitted. The deficiency was identified as having the potential to affect an undetermined number of staff and 39 residents in the event of an emergency. The report does not mention any specific incidents involving residents or staff at the time of the observation, nor does it provide details about the medical history or condition of any individuals involved. The finding is based solely on the lack of required fire safety equipment in the designated smoking area.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: K 0741 On or before 6/20/25, the designated smoking areas were equipped with self-closing cover metal devices. There are no other smoking areas on the property. The administrator provided the maintenance director with education regarding NFPA 101 smoking regulations. The maintenance director or designee will audit smoking areas for appropriate self-closing devices 3 times a week for 4 weeks. Results of the audit will be submitted to the QAPI committee for review and recommendations.

Penalty

No penalty information released

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to ensure that all corridor doors were able to resist the passage of smoke and were provided with a suitable means for keeping the doors closed, as required by NFPA 101-2012 and NFPA 80-2010 standards. During a facility tour, surveyors observed a 20-minute fire-rated double-corridor door being held open by an unapproved chain with a magnet attached. This setup was not compliant with regulations, as the magnet on the chain could interfere with the door's latching mechanism and was not an approved device for holding the door open. The magnet, when the door closed, would swing on its chain and potentially interfere with the door's ability to latch properly. This deficiency was confirmed through interviews with the Regional Maintenance Director and the Maintenance Director, who acknowledged the findings at the time of observation. The improper use of the chain and magnet did not meet the requirement for corridor doors to have positive latching hardware and to resist the passage of smoke. The report specifies that this deficiency had the potential to affect 13 out of 39 residents in the facility. No additional details about the specific residents or their medical conditions were provided in the report. The deficiency was limited to the improper securing of a fire-rated corridor door, which did not comply with the required fire and smoke protection standards.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: K 0363 Chain and magnet on double corridor door modified to keep from impeding closure on 6/20/25. No other fire rated or smoke barrier doors found to be impeded from closing appropriately. Administrator educated maintenance director on NFPA 101 corridor doors on 6/16/25. Maintenance director or designee will audit all corridor doors weekly x 4 weeks. Audit results will be submitted to the QAPI committee for review and recommendations.

Penalty

No penalty information released

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to maintain fire and smoke barriers in accordance with NFPA 101-2012 Edition, Section 19.3.7.3 and Section 8.5.6.2. During a facility tour, surveyors observed multiple penetrations in smoke barriers that were improperly sealed with non-fire-rated, rubber-like materials. These penetrations included aluminum conduits and black pipes located in the interstitial spaces between the ceiling and drop ceiling above several 20-minute fire-rated double corridors leading into various halls, including the 100, 200, 300, and 400 Halls, as well as the Service Hall. Additionally, one 3-inch black pipe was found completely unsealed in the attic space above a fire-rated double corridor leading into the attic. The materials used to seal the other penetrations were not fire-rated and did not meet the requirements for restricting the transfer of smoke as specified by the referenced NFPA standards. The Regional Maintenance Director confirmed at the time of discovery that he was unsure of the type of material used to seal the pipes. These deficiencies were identified during direct observation and staff interviews, and the findings were confirmed by facility maintenance leadership. The report notes that these failures had the potential to affect all 39 residents in the facility, as the integrity of the smoke barriers was compromised by the use of improper sealing materials and the presence of unsealed penetrations.

Plan Of Correction

Tag: K 0372 Both the pipe and conduits between the ceiling and drop ceiling above the fire-rated double corridor leading into 100 hall, 200 hall, 300 hall, 400 hall, service hallway, and into the attic space were repaired with fire-rated caulk on or before 6/20/25. There was no other conduit or pipes found to have penetrations not properly sealed. Administrator educated maintenance director on NFPA 101 subdivision of building spaces - smoke barrier construction on 6/16/25. Maintenance director or designee will audit pipes and conduits for penetration monthly x 3 months. Audits will be submitted to the QAPI committee for review and recommendations. K 0372

Penalty

Inspection fine: $20,194

The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to ensure adequate supervision and safety measures during resident transfers, resulting in falls and injuries. Resident #10, who required extensive assistance for transfers due to conditions such as obesity and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, fell during a mechanical lift transfer conducted by a single staff member. The resident was supposed to be assisted by two staff members as per facility policy, but this was not adhered to, leading to a fall that resulted in a fractured left femur requiring surgery. The investigation revealed that the nurse aide involved was following the manufacturer's guidelines rather than the facility's policy, which mandates two staff members for such transfers. Resident #2, who had impaired cognition and was dependent on assistance for activities of daily living, fell out of bed when left unattended after the bed was elevated for incontinence care. The nurse aide had raised the bed to waist level and left the room to retrieve a lift, during which time the resident attempted to reach for items on the bedside table and fell, sustaining fractures to both femurs. The care plan for Resident #2 included keeping the bed in a low position and ensuring personal items were within reach, but these interventions were not followed at the time of the incident. Both incidents highlight a failure to adhere to established safety protocols and care plans, resulting in significant harm to the residents involved. The facility's policy required two staff members for mechanical lift transfers, which was not followed in the case of Resident #10. Similarly, the care plan interventions for Resident #2 were not implemented, leading to the resident's fall. These deficiencies were identified during the investigation of multiple complaints, indicating a pattern of non-compliance with safety and supervision standards.