Above average — CMS composite of the measures below.
A standard survey is most likely before around November 2026
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 Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina-florenc during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility did not obtain food from approved sources and failed to follow professional standards for storing, preparing, distributing, and serving food.
Facility staff did not consistently remove excessive lint from a dryer after each load, contrary to facility policy. Observation found lint accumulation in the lint trap baskets and on the walls below the dryer. The Laundry Specialist reported only cleaning the lint after every load if the linen was heavy, otherwise waiting until the end of the day. The DON was not aware of the dryer procedures, while the Director of Facilities confirmed lint traps should be cleaned after each load.
The facility did not establish or maintain an infection prevention and control program as required, resulting in a deficiency noted by surveyors.
Surveyors observed expired and non-sterile biologicals, including dressings and antimicrobial products, stored on a treatment cart. The DON confirmed these items were expired or no longer sterile, indicating a failure to remove outdated or compromised supplies as required by facility policy.
A resident with conditions including heart failure and insomnia experienced significant medication administration delays at an LTC facility. The facility's liberalized med pass structure was not followed, resulting in multiple medications being given late, as confirmed by the DON. Medications such as Digoxin and Mirtazapine were administered hours past the scheduled time, impacting the resident's care.
A resident with COPD and oxygen dependence was found in respiratory distress without his nasal cannula, and no staff was present to assist. The LPN on duty was aware of the resident's refusal of oxygen but did not document it or notify the physician. The DON later assessed the resident and found critically low oxygen saturation levels, highlighting a failure to follow the care plan and prioritize the resident's respiratory needs.
Non-Compliance with Food Procurement and Handling Standards
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to procure food from approved or satisfactory sources and did not store, prepare, distribute, or serve food in accordance with professional standards. This deficiency was identified during the survey process, indicating non-compliance with established food safety and handling protocols. The report does not provide further details regarding specific actions, inactions, or individuals involved in the incident.
Failure to Remove Excessive Lint from Dryer After Each Load
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that excessive lint was removed from one of three clothes dryers, as required by facility policy. Observation revealed that the lint trap baskets and the three walls below the dryer contained excessive amounts of lint. The facility's policy states that lint traps should be cleaned after every load, and laundry equipment should be maintained according to the manufacturer's instructions. During interviews, the Laundry Specialist admitted to sometimes cleaning the lint after every load only if the load was heavy, and otherwise waiting until the end of the day. The Director of Facilities confirmed that lint traps should be cleaned after each load, and the Director of Nursing was unaware of the procedures related to the dryers.
Failure to Implement Infection Prevention and Control Program
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. This deficiency was identified during the survey process, indicating that the required measures to prevent and control infections were not established or maintained as per regulatory standards. The report does not specify particular actions, inactions, or events involving individual residents or staff, nor does it detail specific instances of infection or lapses in protocol. The deficiency is based on the absence or inadequacy of a comprehensive infection prevention and control program within the facility.
Expired and Non-Sterile Biologicals Found on Treatment Cart
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that expired medications and biologicals were removed from and not stored with other medications and biologicals in use. During an observation of the treatment cart, surveyors found several expired items, including occlusive gauze strip overwraps, AMD antimicrobial sterile 2x2's, and a Plus Silicone Border Dressing, as well as opened and no longer sterile items such as Iodoform Packing and an occlusive gauze strip. These items were stored on the treatment cart in violation of the facility's policy, which requires routine inspection and removal of discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated medications and biologicals. The Director of Nursing confirmed the presence of these expired and non-sterile items during the survey.
Medication Administration Delays for a Resident
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to administer medications to a resident, identified as R26, in a timely manner, which constitutes a significant medication error. R26, who was admitted with diagnoses including systolic heart failure, atypical flutter, and insomnia, reported being woken up after her usual bedtime for medication administration. A review of the resident's Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Medication Administration Audit Report (MAAR) for July 2024 revealed that multiple medications were administered late according to the facility's liberalized med pass structure. These medications included Digoxin, Boudreauxs Butt Paste, Metoprolol Succinate ER, Apixaban, and Mirtazapine, with delays ranging from several minutes to several hours. The Director of Nursing confirmed the findings during an interview, acknowledging that multiple medications were given late. The facility's policy, as outlined in the Medication Pass Statement, specifies time frames for medication administration, which were not adhered to in this case. The late administration of medications occurred on multiple occasions, with specific instances noted for each medication, such as Digoxin being administered up to 4 hours and 15 minutes late and Boudreauxs Butt Paste being applied 9 hours and 16 minutes late. These repeated delays in medication administration highlight a failure to comply with the facility's established medication pass schedule.
Failure to Implement Care Plan for Resident's Oxygen Refusal
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to implement care plan interventions for a resident, identified as R20, who refused oxygen therapy. R20 was admitted with multiple diagnoses, including dependence on supplemental oxygen, COPD, and acute respiratory failure with hypoxia. The care plan for R20 included goals and interventions to manage his respiratory condition, such as administering medications, monitoring for respiratory distress, and ensuring continuous oxygen therapy. However, during an observation, R20 was found without his nasal cannula, in a tripod position, indicating respiratory distress, and no staff was present to assist him. LPN1, the nurse on duty, was informed of R20's condition but had not documented the refusal of oxygen or notified the physician or nurse practitioner. LPN1 acknowledged R20's noncompliance with oxygen therapy and stated that she had been busy assisting with lunch trays. Despite R20's refusal due to discomfort from the nasal cannula, LPN1 did not perform frequent oxygen saturation checks or take immediate action to address the resident's respiratory distress. The Director of Nursing (DON) was alerted to the situation and assessed R20, finding his oxygen saturation levels critically low. The DON expressed concerns about LPN1's failure to prioritize the resident's airway and breathing needs over other tasks. The Nurse Practitioner, familiar with R20's behavior, expected staff to monitor and report any changes in condition, which had not been done. The deficiency highlights a lapse in following the care plan and ensuring timely intervention for R20's respiratory needs.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethea Baptist Healthcare Center | 1.9 mi | ★★★★★ | 2 | 0 |
| Honorage Nursing Center | 2.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Faith Healthcare Center | 3.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 5 | 1 |
| Carlyle Senior Care Of Florence | 4.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 10 | 0 |
| Heritage Post Acute | 4.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 7 | 0 |
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